Gypsy Skirts Earrings Project Download

Description

Calling to mind the liveliness of a gypsy outfit, these earrings dance with the combination of neutral metals and differing textures. The pairing of a copper washer with pretty gemstones makes these earrings an eye-catching combination. Simple in design but powerful in appearance, these earrings complement any wearer.

Required Materials: 1″ copper washers, 28- or 26-gauge sterling dead soft wire, 16-gauge copper dead soft wire, 2-3mm gemstone rondelles, 7 – 8mm gemstone teardrops, 2″ sterling silver ball-end head pins, sterling rolo chain
Tools Needed: ball-peen hammer, flat-nose pliers, round-nose, flush cutters, 1500-grit sandpaper, plastic or rawhide mallet,1/16 drill bit, Dremel or other rotary tool, center punch
Originally Published: Step by Step Wire Jewelry, Feb/Mar 2011