Timeless Teardrops Project Download

Description

Create these chain maille earrings that aren’t just quick to create, they’re stylish too! Add a touch of elegance with beautiful pearls, but make these earrings stand out with the complex chain maille weave. Prepare to fall in love with this unique earring project!

Required Materials:

• 18-gauge, 3.5 mm ID, sterling silver jump rings
• 18-gauge, 7.0 mm ID, sterling silver jump rings
• Sterling silver ear wires
• 6mm Swarovski pearl beads
• 26-gauge silver wire
• 1 paper clip
• Flat-nose or chain-nose pliers
• Crimping pliers

Technique: Chain Maille

Originally Published: Step by Step Wire Jewelry April/May 2012