In this DIY wire wrapped earring tutorial, you'll learn how to create elegant teardrop earrings inspired by the traditional Chinese pipa knot. I'll guide you through using a ring mandrel, basic wire weaving techniques, and no earring tutorial would be complete without crafting some basic French ear wires. These versatile earrings can be made with copper or any metal of your choice and customized with your favorite beads, offering limitless design combinations. While you're joining me today, please like and subscribe for more great handmade jewelry tutorials!
Wire
18g dead soft wire - 12" x2
24/26g - 2-3" x2
20g - 2" x2
🛠Tools & Supplies
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📖 Chapters
00:00 Intro & Welcome to the Jewelry Tutorial
01:30 Jewelry Tools & Supplies
02:50 Beginning to Make the Earrings
05:00 Making the Teardrop Loops
07:20 Making the 2nd Teardrop Loop
10:03 Making the 3rd Teardrop Loop
15:13 Making the "hook" for the wire wrapped bead
16:36 Wire Wrapping Your Bead of Choice
21:26 Making French Ear Wires
25:20 Final Thoughts Until Next Tutorial Tuesday!
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