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on “Yes, I can!”:“This is a stunning bracelet! I would love this as a gift!!!…” read »
on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:“What a sweet piece with such a refreshing vibe! It does look the the fishie…” read »
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“Jogi, you have a great way of highlighting these inspirational focals with all of the colorful…” read »
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on “Angel”:“A lovely thoughtful gift in every way, right down to the easy clasp. She’ll love…” read »
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“Kye, I really like the darker wire & jumprings--they add such depth to the piece. …” read »
on “Angel”:“Kye !! Wow this is so so beautiful, I just adore her wings.....your mom will cherish…” read »
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on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:“I love this! I love fish so you had me there! Of course the…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“What a fun and unique necklace. The design is perfect for the colorful African beads. I'm…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Another beautiful and inspirational bracelet. I really like the rustic nature of the ceramic focal mixed…” read »
on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:“Wonderful mix of beads...very aquatic!! plus, the fish lobster is so cute!…” read »
on “Yes, I can!”:“Wonderful mix of elements. I really like how it would work well with everyday jeans and…” read »
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“Oooooh! Oooooooooh! Was all I could think and say for several minutes when I first…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“What a fun necklace Kimberly. Love the colors and the African trade beads. And your…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
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- on “Butterfly Bush”:
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- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Another great bracelet Jogi!! I know I wouldn't be alive today if it were not for…” read »
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“This is what jewelry making is all about...making fun and happy pieces. This is definitely a…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
“What could be better than a beautiful necklace with a storyline? It's so much fun following…” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“CC I just noticed you used stainless steel jump rings. That makes your flower even more…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“I love the "chunky" feel of your beautiful necklace! balanced with some delicate open strings.…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“Very bright and happy. Lots of interesting stuff in here. I especially like the metal bead…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“These porcelain pieces have been great to work your pieces around. Lots of interesting beads to…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
“Definitely a sense of the aquatic. I love how you have arranged it asymmetrically with the…” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“So bright for Spring and with the positive words. The chain mail work adds much interest.…” read »
- on “Blu Haiku”:
“Copper and the blues go well together. When a piece gets snapped up before it even…” read »
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“Amen! A favorite verse and one that you have beautifully highlighted! Isaiah 54:10 has been a…” read »
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“Love the colors, love the beads, just love the whole necklace! I love the African…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Amen !!! Absolutely beautiful and wonderful message ...one we need to be reminded of sometimes ....Pam…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
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Thin Spike Earrings
About this design:
A simple, polished silhouette is created by setting the thin spike focal into a cord end. Turquoise is my favorite color in every shade, so using these was a no brainer. These will match just about everything I own :)
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
2 thin spike focals 2 5mm cord ends 2 earwires
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Mix your epoxy. |
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Step 2: Using a toothpick or headpin dab your epoxy into the cap. Don't add too much, you don't want it to ooze out! |
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Step 3: Place your focal into the cap. Twist the focal in the cap to evenly spread the epoxy around. If any epoxy comes out, quickly wipe it away before it dries. |
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Step 4: Once your epoxy has set, it's time to hook on your ear wires. You will need to select ear wires that have a larger loop to accommodate sliding through the hole on the cap. A trick I used to make the loop more cooperative (shown in first image) is to use pliers and gently squeeze on the center of the loop. Then bend your loop to the side to slip the wire through the hole in your cap. |
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Tiger Eye Thin Spike Focal 5x42-46mm
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On Apr 18, 2019 at 12:23 pm #
Ramah K says:absolutely LOVE this design!!!!!
On Jun 07, 2019 at 5:00 pm #
KaraBControl says:Where can we get the caps?
On Jul 10, 2020 at 4:55 pm #
LisaK says:Nice earrings