Subtle Sparkle Earrings Tutorial

These earrings are extremely light weight, but provide a lot of impact.

Created by: Rita Hutchinson

Designer Tips
Cut chain to desired length. I used two sections of 2" and two sections of 2.5"
To easily cut chain to equal lengths, run a pin or wire through the last link of desired length chain and of remaining chain section, hold upright and easily see which link to cut.
Add bead and bead cap to head pin, and wire wrap directly to chain. I used "messy" wrapped loops on these dangles.
Twist open loop on earwire and add chain dangles and acetate drop in desired order; close loop by twisting shut.
For basic wire-wrapping instructions and more, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).

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1 dozen (use 2 beads) #05-040-06-24 Swarovski 5040 Briolette Beads, (Rondelle) 6mm - Jet
1 dozen (use 2 beads) #05-040-06-150 Swarovski 5040 Briolette Beads, (Rondelle) 6mm - Golden Shadow
1 pair #34-063-41 Bronze Niobium Earring Hook Findings
1 pair #33-960 Wire Keepers, white
1 ten (use 4 caps) #88-100-01-0 Vintaj Natural Brass Bead Caps, Daisy, 6mm
1 foot (use 9") #40-011-001-6-FT Antique Brass Color Cable Chain by the FOOT, 2.2mm
1 hundred (use 4 pins) #37-091-20-6 Antiqued Brass Plated Ball End Head Pin, Thin, 2"

Tools

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