Beginner's Guide to Crafting Earrings
For most women, earrings are an everyday essential. Much
like an engagement ring or wedding band, a gal often feels naked when they've
rushed out the door and forgotten to put their earrings in. The awesome thing
about earrings is that they are versatile - they can easily dress up an outfit,
adding sophistication when needed or giving you a fun and flirty look when
wanted.
There are countless design styles, colors and options to
choose from when purchasing earrings. But, the best part is, if you're even the
tiniest bit crafty you can create your own custom earrings that are
one-of-a-kind.
If you’re asking yourself where to even begin with making
your own earrings, we've got you covered. Here’s a list of beginner-friendly
tips on the tools, wholesale
gold filled jewelry supplies and fun extras needed to get started.
Basic Tools
Wire cutters,
chain nose pliers and round nose pliers
Supplies
*An assortment
of beads. These can be pricey, but you can slowly grow your collection over
time by watching out for sales, deals and thrift shop finds that you can
dismantle and use for parts.
* Charms added
to earrings can really make a fun statement piece. Just like beads, start with a
few and collect more over time.
*Ear findings,
including ear posts, wires, lever backs, pearl posts, headpins and jump rings.
Depending on the design, in as little as 5 minutes you
could have a new pair of earrings you can wear immediately. Found a new top and
need the perfect earrings? No problem! Whip up an awesome pair that will have
you receiving tons of compliments.
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