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By following the instructions below, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring. For instruction on how to use Pinch Bail Earring Findings, please watch our video
here.
- Begin by carefully prying open the pinch bail earring. Open it just enough to fit the bead in.
- Slide the bead in between the prongs of the bail.
- Carefully pinch the bail closed.
- Open the loop of the earring hook with your pliers, the same way you would a jump ring. Loop it around the loop of the bail finding. Close the loop.
- All done.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- SWC-0882 - Austrian Crystal, 5000 Round Beads 8mm, 8 Pieces, Rose
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FCO-9375 - Pinch Bail for Pendants, Ribbon Shaped, 37mm, 2 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-3015 - Silver Plated Fishhooks Earring Hooks (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose