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on “Prototype”:“I have never tried sterling in 12g but I use a lot in copper. I like…” read »
on “Capri Sands Necklace”:“Very nice use of recycled glass nuggets and chips. A beachy vibe that has inspired me…” read »
on “Prototype”:“Gorgeous Khristin.....I would keep this for myself too.…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“This is just precious....and a beautiful story!! What a lovely necklace you have created. I love…” read »
on “Tropical Breeze”:“You are on a roll! Great to see so many of your creations. I…” read »
- on “Tribute to my mom”:
“I like the star dangling from the moon. Reminds me of Venus and the moon,…” read »
on “Pyrite Rose”:“Great design. Love the rose.…” read »
- on “Turquoise Magnesite Drop”:
“Beautiful, beautiful!! Your colors and beautiful style bring to (my) mind vintage Native American beadwork,…” read »
- on “The Indomitable Mrs Malcolm”:
“Ditto, ditto, ditto! Outstanding design!…” read »
- on “New Bracelets”:
“The design and colors in your "Fly" bracelet are so soft and relaxing but the other…” read »
on “Prototype”:“Love the rustic, freeform wire wrapping! Those tiny Topaz beads are great laced in amongst…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Beautiful work! Pretty colors and pretty pendant!…” read »
- on “Tribute to my mom”:
“Beautiful color combination and a great design. What a wonderful way to remember your Mother.…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Spectacular pendant, fabulous color and terrific design. Love it! That is one brave little…” read »
- on “Tropical Breeze”:
“Summertime, summertime... I agree with Robin. Definitely meant to be worn with sun glasses,…” read »
- on “Prototype”:
“Hey you are moving up to the BIG time with wire! Love working with 12ga…” read »
- on “Tropical Breeze”:
“I love colorful pieces! So nice you could make a bracelet also. It takes…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Melody, I forgot to answer your question--those are tiny seed beads that I wired onto the…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. I truly appreciate all the kind…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Love the story and the necklace. We have a hummingbird visiting our honeysuckle flowers. …” read »
on “Prototype”:“Aww Thanks guys! K Ralston, I'll definitely take a look thank for the suggestion. 12 gauge…” read »
on “Prototype”:“This is such an exciting design. 12 gauge wire sounds hard to work with. Love love…” read »
- on “Tropical Breeze”:
“Such a cheerful and colorful necklace. I'm impressed by how much you get done too!…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Oh man this is awesome CC! Everywhere I look there's something beautiful and interesting. Love this…” read »
- on “Tribute to my mom”:
“Green and gold is such a winning combo. Beautiful tribute to your mom.…” read »
- on “FLOWERS OF AMETHYST”:
“What a beauty! Love the way you wrapped the pendant.…” read »
- on “Kai Necklace”:
“This is so beautiful! Love the bright colors with the pearls. Just so lovely.…” read »
- on “The Indomitable Mrs Malcolm”:
“Thank you so much Robin, I see so many pieces from other wire artists and I…” read »
on “Prototype”:“This is a great bracelet Khristen, and as soon as I saw it I thought of…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“What a sweet pendant. All the colors go so well together, but the birdie makes it…” read »
- on “New Bracelets”:
“Fly. I like that idea. Just the nicest bracelet Sweetjane.…” read »
on “Prototype”:“Beautiful.…” read »
- on “Tropical Breeze”:
“Terrific!…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Love everything about this piece, and the story just makes it more special.…” read »
- on “New Bracelets”:
“Thanks so much for your lovely comments!!…” read »
on “Just Fiddling Around”:“LRC- what a beautiful necklace! Carnelian and copper look so great together. So, as for the…” read »
- on “The Indomitable Mrs Malcolm”:
“Beautiful Khristin! I love the color combination and your talent in wiring- well you have it…” read »
- on “FLOWERS OF AMETHYST”:
“Beautiful job Hilda- I love the pendant! I’ve always wanted to try a tree of life…” read »
- on “Tribute to my mom”:
“Very pretty! Green is one my favorite colors- your mom would have loved it!…” read »
- on “Hummingbird’s Tree”:
“Awesome Crystal! I love your story too. We have hummingbirds migrating through- they buzz my head…” read »
Sparkling Lights Earrings
About this design:
These earrings can represent all the colors in your blooming garden, rainbows, or classic sparkling Christmas lights on the tree. Crystal is definitely a great option that will give you massive sparkle at a low cost. A couple other options are cubic zirconia and gemstone beads (that's what I chose!). I do recommend mixing the small sizes together, it adds interest and sparkle :) I recommend 2mm-4mm faceted beads in a large variety of colors & shapes. Select your beads from the individual products listed below or choose a multi strand!
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- round nose pliers and cutters
- 21 gauge wire
- ear wires, I like leverbacks
- 2 head pins
- 2mm, 3mm, 3.5mm, 4mm faceted round & rondelles in red, pink, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, blue, purple & clear
- 2 large Czech glass teardrops
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: You want to start by making a wire wrapped loop leaving around an inch of wire on the shorter tail end. Bend the wire wrapped loop down and begin stringing on your colorful beads. See Tip: Wire Wrap a Charm |
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Step 2: Loop your strung wire of beads and connect with the wire wrapped loop you made in step 1. Make sure you keep this loop on the inside of the loop of beads. See Tip: Wire Wrap a Bail on a Teardrop See Tip: Wire Wrap a Charm |
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Step 3: Once your connection is secure, create a larger wire wrapped loop on top. You can simply wire wrap a coil or you can wrap your wire back up and partially around your larger top loop. It's just a styling choice. See Tip: Wire Wrap a Charm |
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Step 4: Now it's time to wire wrap a teardrop charm to the inside loop. |
Buy Products from this Design
| 4.5" strand | $4.90 |
| 15-16" strand | $6.70 |
| 4.5" strand | $3.60 |
| Package of 10 | $2.07 |
| 15-16" strand | $7.40 |
| Package of 40 | $2.25 |
| 4.5" strand | $4.90 |
Czech Glass Amethyst Oil Slick Teardrop 16x6mm
BACK IN STOCK!
| 6" strand | $2.94 |
| Package of 40 | $2.34 |
| 7.5" strand | $4.14 |
| 15-16" strand | $13.90 |
| Package of 40 | $1.49 |
| 15-16" strand | $5.70 |
| 10 yd. spool | $5.18 |
| 15.5" strand | $8.90 |
| 8" strand | $4.90 |
| 15" strand | $5.90 |
| 6.5" strand | $4.14 |
Artistic Wire Tinned Copper 22 gauge, 15 yards
BACK IN STOCK!
| 15 yd. spool | $3.40 |
| 15-16" strand | $18.70 |
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