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Chai Earrings
by TierraCast on 03/30/23
Our tiny Star of David charms are perfect with the Chai charms in these delicate earrings. Glass beads add a bright pop of color!
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Honey Bee Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 03/30/23
I've always had an admiration for bees. These little pollinators play a very important role taking care of our plants and crops. I'm always excited...
Earring Collection
by nutkitten on 03/28/23
A collection of earrings.
Components: All - fishhooks and jumprings
01 - 20g and 26g silver wire, Orange flat facetted crystal beads.
02 - 20g and 26g gold wire, blue crystals.
03 - 20g copper wire, 26g red wire and red facetted teardrop beads.
04 - 20g and 26g gold wire and orange crystals.
05 - 20g gold wire, 26g purple wire, bead caps, purple pearl beads and purple crystals.
Amethyst Clusters
by sweetjane on 03/27/23
I went crazy going thru a whole drawer of beads. And...found a bunch of lost treasures. One was the other of a pair of Czech teardrops.
Components: Czech teardrops, Amethyst, FWP, silver earwires
The Earrings & Bracelet in Progress
by Little Round Chick on 03/26/23
Here are the ear rings, Pam.
I've include a photo of the ear rings with the necklace. After watching this set for a while I've decided to do a...
I've include a photo of the ear rings with the necklace. After watching this set for a while I've decided to do a...
Components: 8mm rhyolite beads, hand made copper triangles, niobium ear wires, bracelet: 14ga & 24ga copper wire, strawberry quartz, green garnet, Czech glass
Amanita Earrings
by FromTheBunker on 03/23/23
I had all sorts of brass bead caps, but no teardrops at all, and was inspired to create my own mushroom garden. So i ordered some beads, and made...
Groovy Blooms Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 03/23/23
For these groovy earrings I attached the chain to the clutch so it will sway freely behind the larger flower. I love this style idea, it adds a...
Another Earring and More Presents
by sweetjane on 03/22/23
Another experiment with Copper blanks and patina. Plus...the pink bracelet is for Holly and the last bracelet is for Debbie.
Components: Copper gypsy hoops, Green Fluorite, Czech glass, gold balls, Rhodonite bunny, gold toggle, assorted charms, brass connector, Lapis, Swarovski crystals, brass toggle.
New Earrings
by sweetjane on 03/20/23
I had received some gemstone drops from Nancy and made an Amethyst pair and a Lapis pair. The Abalone pair I bought from LB. The last pair was an...
Components: Amethyst drops, silver and gold Y connectors, Lapis, Abalone feathers...LB, Green Agate ?, copper blanks, Green Fluorite leaves.
Cosmic Tulip Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 03/09/23
For some reason when I looked at the tulip beads I immediately thought long dangly earrings. I wanted them to be fringy but dainty, they turned out...
Sunlit Coral
by R Fulton on 03/08/23
These matte gold coral pieces called my name and I knew they would make great earrings.
Components: Matte gold coral focal, Czech glass fire polished rondelles, gold jump rings, gold earwires
Star Light Star Bright
by sweetjane on 03/07/23
I just fell in love with these polymer clay stars, they are lovely as earrings.
Components: PC earring charms, Swarovski crystals, Aquamarine and sterling earwires
Ear Rings and Random Stuff
by Little Round Chick on 03/05/23
These are the ear rings that go with the bone and spring necklace plus some other parts with with cloths pin springs, a close up of the reclaimed...
Components: Bone, glass and stone beads, stainless steel ear wires, clothes pin springs, some fun reclaimed beads and ice plant
Under the Weather earrings
by FromTheBunker on 03/05/23
Super simple earring to put together when you are feeling puny.
Components: I use fire polished rounds, 3&4 mm, and Lakeside and Fall day nuggets. I am setting up for a destash and made jewelry sale in April, and will sell these earrings for a buck a pair. Half the fun of these are sorting through the nuggets to find"almost" pairs.
Happy trio!
by jdtt on 02/25/23
This was a class at my local bead store. The kit included all the silver components, and then you could choose the beads, from a large selection,...
Components: Links from a chain, various two hole tila beads/ bricks, 24g silver wire (20 g on the middle pair because I messed up and did not have more wire at the recommended size!), earring hooks
New Earrings
by sweetjane on 02/22/23
Just a couple of new earrings I made...not feeling too creative today. I'm trying to put together something...but its not happening.
Components: Brass tulip, Flourite leaves, brass butterflies, Turquoise Impression Jasper..I think, c-koop enameled flowers, Magnesite, copper and brass earwires
Coastal Catch Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 02/16/23
These beachy styles are ready for vacay! Adorable Czech glass shells are the perfect size for embellishing earrings.
Butterflies are Free
by Wilde Olive on 02/12/23
I love the ornate details on the Tierracast Festoon and thought the addition of the butterfly wings would show it off!
Components: Tierracast Festoon link
Czech crystal chain
Resin butterfly wings
Czech crystals
Copper chain
Copper leverback earring findings
Starburst Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 02/09/23
These earthy earrings with handmade batiked bone beads and rustic ceramic patina spikes create a modern silhouette that I love.
Island Calypso Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 02/02/23
Shell + tumbled glass = beach vibes! With just these few components you get a high impact design. Easy wire-wrapping adds the perfect finishing touch.
On an Earring Kick
by FromTheBunker on 01/26/23
Thecred earrings feature rectabgle cane beass, and funky 1970's vintage India beads.
Starry night earrings feature Zola octagons with the addition...
Starry night earrings feature Zola octagons with the addition...
Rhyolite
by Little Round Chick on 01/26/23
Rhyolite and brass are perfect companions as you can see in this group of ear rings. They are simple designs and were all made in one day. It took...
Components: Rhyolite, hand made red brass ear wires, various brass spacers
Sun Disc earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 01/26/23
This large sun shape lends drama and texture to these eclectic pair of earrings.
Asymmetrical Drop Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 01/26/23
I really like the new shapes of African brass and how they play so well together. I wanted share the idea that you can make a pair of earrings more...
Elissos Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 01/26/23
I wanted to find a creative way to use the patinaed bail, I loved it paired with the African brass beads.
Disc earrings.
by FromTheBunker on 01/24/23
I used Zola acetate discs, 30 mm, in Tide Pool.. I wire wrapped small charms for added interest.
Components: 2 30 mm acetate discs, jump rings, head pins, 6 mm fire polished, Toho seed beads, earwires
Fantasy Fuscsia earrings
by FromTheBunker on 01/24/23
Fantasy Fuscsia earrings. Easy to put together, funky and elegant at the same time.
Components: Earwires, 8 mm round beads, jump rings, Czech large trumpet flowers, bendable bead caps, paddle headpins.
Hip & free
by Sweet Melissa on 01/24/23
While I was making these, I was trying to fit my design into the loop, but then I asked myself "why"? I then decided to let the chain dangle below.
Components: Antique silver hammered teardrop loop #65457, Czech glass amethyst AB fire polished round 6mm #11134, Toho Ceylon Smoke round 8/0 seed bead #11589, Toho metallic iris purple round 8/0 seed bead #11579, Antique Silver Paddle Headpin 2" 21 guage.#56822
Love Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 01/23/23
I used my favorite styles of heart beads to make some earrings full of love.
Solstice
by Sweet Melissa on 01/12/23
I love the tribal design on the beads in the middle. In the right light you can see that they're actually burgundy. They remind me of winter. My...
Components: Pearls, glass beads, silver
Mod Fringe Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 01/12/23
Long earrings are on trend. These fabulous paddle sets are a blank canvas for you embellish with any type of beads or charms, you could even...
Lightweight earrings
by FromTheBunker on 12/30/22
Super light dangle earrings, using Magatama pastels, and fringe bead neon brights.
Components: The Magatama were easier to make, the fringe beads are 2 mm. Much harder to handle! Though good therapy for my arthritic fingers.
I used 5 mm jumprings for the Magatama version, and 4 mm for the fringe. 1 or 2 beads per link... these have 10 links each, with a blank link for attaching the earwire.Real easy, but not real quick to do, you could vary this by using a seed bead instead of the Magatama/fringe bead. Whip some up quickly for a flashy party look!Happy New Year!!
Telstar Earrings and variations.
by FromTheBunker on 12/29/22
Ball cluster earring, with dozens of tiny charms on a head pin. I have made many variations of these. They look great on, and are very light, less...
Components: 3 and 4 mm beads, any beads. I used faceted rounds, funky India beads, 6 mm hearts, and mini bell flowers. For a larger pendant use 6 to 8 mm beads on a longer headpin.
My version...
by FromTheBunker on 12/23/22
of the Pleides earrings featured here.
Components: I used a Toho mix called Forest Floor, copper metal components. I think they turned out well!
Red and Gold
by K Ralston on 12/08/22
Maybe I deserve some new earrings just for me. These big golden rondells are a favorite from my extremely disorganized stash. Just trying to get...
Components: Gold and red rondells in various sizes. Bead caps, multiple types. Resin sparkly things (lol), head pins, 24 guage wire, ear wires.
Frozen Drop Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 12/08/22
These luminous lampwork teardrops have a beautiful confetti pattern. I thought the best way to showcase these beads were to hang them in a pair of...
New Beads from Nancy
by sweetjane on 12/07/22
These were the first beads that caught my eye from all of her beads.
Components: Lampworked beads, gun metal beads, not sore about the other beads, silver rope toggle
Newest Earrings
by sweetjane on 12/06/22
I'm playing catch up in my shop with earrings...I love these little millefiori beads. I plan on using them in bezels, as well.
Components: Czech etched teardrops, Millefiori charms, sterling earwires, vintage tin and copped charms, mosiac turquoise etc., copper earwires. Last is my next door neighbor Hazen. She's already gotteh her Christmas from me. I gave her a pair of pink snowflake boots, an Elmo cardigan sweater...she loves elmo...and some books
Fireside Teardrop Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 12/02/22
The rich holiday red of Czech glass teardrops and the soft sparkling green chrysoprase really make a statement when paired together.
Rudolph Earrings
by Andreap at Lima on 12/02/22
These earrings are a simple, wearable way to show your holiday cheer. I usually see these antlers paired with crystal or Czech glass but I really...
Chatter
- dolllady aka Pam on “Wolf: the Pathfinder”:
“Beautiful wolf necklace! The color of the beads go very well with with the title.…” read »
- sweetjane on “Amethyst Clusters”:
“Thanks you all...I really like these earrings. But..I really like cluster earrings.…” read »
- sweetjane on “A few Necklaces”:
“Thanks to everyone for your comments!! I like the Kyanite necklace...but I really like the GGS…” read »
- sweetjane on “Wolf: the Pathfinder”:
“Great necklace....I love it!! The pendant is great, and the beads you used are perfect.…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Crystal Crescent Necklace”:
“This is a very pretty necklace!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Rainbow Sacred Heart Bracelet”:
“This is a very pretty brace!et. I had a chuckle on myself. I thought…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Honey Bee Earrings”:
“These are truly as sweet as honey!!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “A few Necklaces”:
“Beautiful necklaces! I agree with K and Nancy, the kyanite necklace should sell quickly!…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “A few Necklaces”:
“That kyanite is such a unique color. The way the light plays across it makes…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “A few Necklaces”:
“I love kyanite and agree with K that the first necklace will likely sell. Mother's Day…” read »
- K Ralston on “A few Necklaces”:
“I can tell you that if you put this first necklace in your shop it will…” read »
- Stingray on “Earring Collection”:
“It won't let me comment! These are all really cool.…” read »
- Hagin S on “What's Your Mood Ring”:
“Really good stuff. Love em…” read »
- Andreap at Lima on “Cosmic Tulip Earrings”:
“Thank you!…” read »
- Andreap at Lima on “Groovy Blooms Earrings”:
“Thank you all for your kind words!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Earring Collection”:
“Oh my! They are all beautiful and unique. The purple hot air balloons would…” read »
- Melody F on “Purple Bliss”:
“Just noticed these. I really like the pendant with all the swirly things at the…” read »
- K Ralston on “The Earrings & Bracelet in Progress”:
“Nice set. You obviously put a great deal of work into these. I especially like the…” read »
- K Ralston on “Amethyst Clusters”:
“I like the soft color of these teardrops.…” read »
- K Ralston on “Some New Bracelets”:
“Sweetjane bracelets are the best.…” read »
- K Ralston on “Earring Collection”:
“Beautiful earrings. I'm especially fond of the red ones.…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “Earring Collection”:
“Great use of colors and techniques. I especially like the design of the last pair.…” read »
- Althea A on “Earring Collection”:
“WOW! Absolutely gorgeous earrings! They are all so beautiful it’s hard to pick a favorite but…” read »
- sweetjane on “Some New Bracelets”:
“Thanks so much everyone for your comments!! I really love making bracelets!!…” read »
- Alissa U on “Dragon Necklace”:
“Delightful & original!…” read »
- nutkitten on “Some New Bracelets”:
“These are all beautiful!…” read »
- nutkitten on “Dragon Necklace”:
“Thank you Moonshan
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- Alissa U on “Wildflower Fields Necklace”:
“Gorgeous - I’ld happily wear that one ! (Not OCD enough to make one - maybe…” read »
- moonshan on “Dragon Necklace”:
“I absolutely love The Green Dragon!…” read »
- moonshan on “Dragon Necklace”:
“I absolutely love The Green Dragon!…” read »
- moonshan on “Dragon Necklace”:
“I absolutely love The Green Dragon!…” read »
- moonshan on “Dragon Necklace”:
“I absolutely love The Green Dragon!…” read »
- moonshan on “Dragon Necklace”:
“I absolutely love The Green Dragon!…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Some New Bracelets”:
“The black and white is my favorite. Its gorgeous.…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Some New Bracelets”:
“Gorgeous bracelets! Each bracelet has its own character, color scheme and outstanding colors.…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “Some New Bracelets”:
“Fine collection of bracelets. You make so many of them ... do you do it…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Amethyst Clusters”:
“Ooooh so pretty! These colors play so well together! Of course they are my favorite…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “Amethyst Clusters”:
“Very versatile ear rings for Spring! The color reminds me of the spring flowers that…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “The Earrings & Bracelet in Progress”:
“I agree with Althea, but you are the person seeing it right in front of you…” read »
- Althea A on “The Earrings & Bracelet in Progress”:
“I love the earrings and necklace set. I don’t really think that the eye pins are…” read »
