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on “Lost and Found”:“Thanks so much you all!!! It's always so much fun to find things you have forgotten…” read »
on “Lost and Found”:“I favor the carnelian, but all are so lovely. The resin earrings are very pretty.…” read »
on “Agate Nugget”:“Love it! Orange beads are so fun!…” read »
on “Lost and Found”:“I love the one with the red flower and orange nuggets! Beautiful!…” read »
on “Lost and Found”:“All four bracelets are exquisite in their own right I think. Jane you are really on…” read »
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on “Celestial Drop Earrings”:“These are fabulous. The choice of mixing gold & silver give these a modern look. …” read »
on “Autumn Leaves Begin to Fall”:“I have entered every description, that I can think of on the Fire Mountain website, without…” read »
on “Fall is Coming!!”:“Apparently I didn’t post my comment when I thought I did. I love the beaded portion…” read »
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- on “red and orange cat bracelet”:
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- on “Lady bug 2”:
“I love ladybugs. Have a bracelet from the sixties one of my grandmothers gave me. This…” read »
- on “Fall and teal charm bracelet”:
“The teals pop against the other colors. I too would wear this year round.…” read »
- on “Agate Nugget”:
“Jane this is one of my favorites of yours. Very well thought out.…” read »
on “Celestial Tarot Hand Earrings”:“Cool bewitching pair of earrings. How did you do the eyes?…” read »
- on “Agate Nugget”:
“This is a fantastic necklace for fall wear! On our first day of fall out expected…” read »
on “Inspired by Jane”:“I, too, just love it! I love how you find ways to put things together…” read »
on “Fall and teal charm bracelet”:“I love teal with fall colors. beautiful design…” read »
on “Freebies”:“Thanks for all your comments!! I'm not going to keep this ...but I have decided to…” read »
- on “Desert Winds Bracelet version 2”:
“WOW, your work is stunning, so professional! I’m afraid this is to complicated for this…” read »
- on “Lady bug 2”:
“OMG, another fabulous bracelet! Each bead was chosen with such thoughtfulness. It explodes with…” read »
- on “Fall and teal charm bracelet”:
“Love this bracelet and I would wear it year round.…” read »
on “Mismatched Brass Elephant Earrings”:“Thats a really good idea! Thank you!…” read »
on “Mismatched Brass Elephant Earrings”:“Looks good in brass. If you want to go the extra mile, you could replace the…” read »
on “Lady bug 2”:“This is a beautiful bracelet!…” read »
- on “Harry Potter Bracelet”:
“Beautiful design! The charm adds so much too. Very cool!…” read »
- on “Two More Necklaces”:
“Pyrite is one of my favorite stones, eyecatching necklaces!…” read »
- on “Goodbye to summer”:
“I agree with Jen. Very cute!…” read »
- on “Celestial Drop Earrings”:
“Love the mixed metals! Really cute…” read »
- on “Earrings for Debbie etc.”:
“Gorgeous earrings! My faves are the ones with the daggers too.…” read »
- on “Freebies”:
“Keep it. I love the focal with the heart and the chevron beads! Fabulous bracelet!…” read »
- on “Lunar Love Earrings”:
“I love these hearts and this design.…” read »
- on “Moonbeam Earrings”:
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- on “Lunar Love Earrings”:
“These are stunning! I have to make a pair.…” read »
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on “Freebies”:“Amazing bracelet Jane. Its beautiful.…” read »
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Fern Hoop Earrings
About this design:
The wonderful thing about TierraCast's natural pewter finish is there is no plating to get in the way of bending, curving, or otherwise manipulating. This project turns our Fern Links into hoops!
Skill Level: Beginner-intermediate (some metalsmithing experience recommended)
Finished Size: Approx. 1 1/4"
Designer: Tracy Proctor
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
2 Fern Link
4 Beaded 3mm Spacer
2 Gemstone 4-5mm Rondelle Bead (Turquoise shown)
2 Bead Bumpers, 2mm
2 1 7/8" pieces of Sterling Silver half-hard wire, 20g
Tip: If your ears are not sensitive, try 20g German style wire as a less expensive alternative.
Tools:
ring mandrel chain nose pliers round nose pliers flush cutters cup bur or emery board (optional) rawhide mallet (optional)
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Pick up 1 fern link and press firmly around ring mandrel between size 8 and 9 marks. The loops of the link should be about 7/8" apart. |
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Step 2: Adjust hoop shape slightly if needed to align loops. |
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Step 3: Curve 1 piece of wire around mandrel at size 8 mark. |
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Step 4: Use round nose pliers to curve 1 end up (to outside of curve) into a simple loop about 1/8" in diameter. |
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Step 5: Attach loop to wide end of curved fern link. |
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Step 6: String 1 spacer, 1 gemstone bead, and 1 spacer onto wire and slide them to loop. Place 1 bead bumper onto wire and slide down to beads to secure them in place. |
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Step 7: Use round nose pliers to make a curve in the other end of the wire 1/8" from the end. Adjust curve and length as needed for earring to open and close well. |
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Step 8: Use cup bur or emery board to gently file down sharp edges of wire end. |
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Step 9: Optional: place wire portion flat on a work surface and hammer lightly with a rawhide mallet if work hardening is desired. |
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On Jun 01, 2023 at 4:43 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Absolutely Awesome! The description says the links are plated, so I’m a bit confused. This is a unique way to use the links that is original & fresh!
On Jun 16, 2023 at 11:15 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Love the earrings. What a fun project.
On Jun 29, 2023 at 3:21 pm #
EARHEAD says:I’m going to try this one, they’re gorgeous and a must have!