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By following the instructions below, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.
- This chain is very specific to this design. The smaller hole of the teardrop will always be facing up.
- For this project you will need four lengths of chain: 2", 1.5", 1", and 1/2".
- With the large end of the teardrops facing down, attach one "x" charm to the bottom of each 1/2" and 1.5" chain lengths.
- With the large end of the teardrops facing down, attach one "o" charm to the bottom of each 1" and 2" chain lengths.
- Open one 4mm jump ring and attach the top of each chain in this order: 2", 1.5", 1", and 1/2". With all four chains around the loop, add the silver heart earring finding before closing the jump ring.
- Add one silver plated earnut backing to the silver plated heart earring post.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- PND-9574 - Lead-Free Pewter, Round Alphabet Charm Lowercase Letter 'x' 13mm, 1 Piece, Silver Plated
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 4 packages.
- PND-9565 - Lead-Free Pewter, Round Alphabet Charm Lowercase Letter 'o' 13mm, 1 Piece, Silver Plated
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 4 packages.
- FEA-1075 - Silver Plated Stud Earring Posts Heart With Loop 6mm (5 Pairs)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-1013 - Silver Plated Earring Backs (Earnuts) Med. (100)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5454 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- CHA-98830 - Silver Plated Teardrop Krinkle Chain 2mm Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 12 inches. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
- XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex