dome shaped earringswire& Jewelry Making Tutorial Series T2
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Published By DIY Beading Club
Introduction
Here's one way how to spruce-up your plain wire spirals.
Side in some seed beads, pearls and round beads and make the spiral glittery as it can be.With this tutorial, you can learn essential wirework techniques
that you can use on making wire jewelries.The earring design is unlimited because you can use any type and size of beads.
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who loves to learn this basic wirework technique.It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear, close-up photos at each step.
Additionally, you can ask me question you have on the tutorial.
No more getting stuck and frustrated on a confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern.
You can also watch a video tutorial to learn a few more tips and tricks.
Materials and tools needed:
Materials Needed
2 x 21 gauge wire measuring 8 inches
2 x 0.6cm round beads
2 x 0.4cm round pearl beads
size 11 seed beads
2 jump rings
2 ear wires
Tools Needed
Round nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Wire cutters
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1:
Cut 8 inches 21ga wire and bend the wire at 0.3cm mark.
Step 2:
Using the round nose pliers, grip the tip of the bent part of the wire and turn your wrist towards you.
Make a full turn until you make a loop.
Step 3:
Slide in a 0.6cm round bead.
Step 4:
Fill the wire with 11/0 round seed beads up to 6 inches from the round bead.
Step 5:
Slide in a 0.4cm pearl. Measure 1cm after the pearl and bend the wire 90 degrees like so.
Note:Leaving 1cm gap from the pearl will provide the seed beads some space and prevent cracking once you make the spiral.
Step 6:
Flip the wire and bend the loop at the other end, pressing it onto the round bead.
Step 7:
With your thumb and forefinger, carefully turn the round bead inward and wrap the beaded wire.
Continue wrapping and form a spiral until you reach the pearl.
Step 9:
Tilt or bend the pearl upward and then bend the extended wire 90 degrees like so.
With the extended wire make a loop using your round pliers and cut off excess wire.
Adjust the loop if necessary, making sure it's placed on top of the pearl.
Step 10:
Attach a jump ring onto the loop followed by your ear wire.
Step 11:
Repeat from start and create a pair. Adjust the spiral if necessary and push the bead upward to from the dome shape.
You're done!
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