craftingeek:

« KNOT STUD EARRINGS FROM JEWELRY WIRE » 

For this project you will need:

• 18 gauge jewelry wire
• earring backs
• jewelry pliers
• jewelry nippers
• jewelry file

Wrap the wire around your rounded jewelry pliers in a haphazard manner. Just keep track of the number of times you go around to keep your earrings consistent. Remove from the pliers and using your fingers or the pliers themselves smash the knot to flatten out as much as you can. Cut off about an inch of wire and continue to make the second knot for the second earring.Take the wire and bend to form the post that will go into your earlobe.Trim the posts to be a standard earring size.Use your jewelry file to knock away any sharp edges. I was told that not everyone does this but that it is highly advisable. I went ahead and got an inexpensive set because I figure it’s better to be safe than sorry.

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craftingeek:

« KNOT STUD EARRINGS FROM JEWELRY WIRE » 

For this project you will need:

• 18 gauge jewelry wire
• earring backs
• jewelry pliers
• jewelry nippers
• jewelry file

Wrap the wire around your rounded jewelry pliers in a haphazard manner. Just keep track of the number of times you go around to keep your earrings consistent. Remove from the pliers and using your fingers or the pliers themselves smash the knot to flatten out as much as you can. Cut off about an inch of wire and continue to make the second knot for the second earring.Take the wire and bend to form the post that will go into your earlobe.Trim the posts to be a standard earring size.Use your jewelry file to knock away any sharp edges. I was told that not everyone does this but that it is highly advisable. I went ahead and got an inexpensive set because I figure it’s better to be safe than sorry.

SOURCE:http://dreamalittlebigger.squarespace.com