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Wire Frame Earrings Tutorial

This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make simple wire earrings using your choice of wire and Czech glass beads.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Wire Frame Earrings Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • 20 gauge wire (for the frame)
  • 26 gauge wire (for wrapping)
  • 6mm Swarovski crystals (turquoise) or beads of choice
  • Ear wires
  • Tools: Wire cutters, Round nose pliers, Needle nose pliers
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Cut a length of 20 gauge wire for the frame. Use 26 gauge wire for wrapping.
    Straighten the wire and measure it against the beads to determine the frame size. Leave extra space for adjustments.
    Bend the wire at both ends to create a simple frame shape, resembling an open paper clip.
    Wrap the 26 gauge wire around one end of the frame tightly to secure the beads.
    Thread the first bead onto the 26 gauge wire, positioning it within the frame.
    Continue adding beads, securing each with several tight coils of the 26 gauge wire.
    Once all beads are in place, finalize the frame by adjusting the wire ends and trimming any excess.
    Attach the ear wire by creating a loop at the top of the frame and securing the ear wire in place.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make simple wire earrings using your choice of wire and Czech glass beads.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • 20 gauge wire (for the frame)
  • 26 gauge wire (for wrapping)
  • 6mm Swarovski crystals (turquoise) or beads of choice
  • Ear wires
  • Tools: Wire cutters, Round nose pliers, Needle nose pliers
  • Project Steps

    Cut a length of 20 gauge wire for the frame. Use 26 gauge wire for wrapping.
    Straighten the wire and measure it against the beads to determine the frame size. Leave extra space for adjustments.
    Bend the wire at both ends to create a simple frame shape, resembling an open paper clip.
    Wrap the 26 gauge wire around one end of the frame tightly to secure the beads.
    Thread the first bead onto the 26 gauge wire, positioning it within the frame.
    Continue adding beads, securing each with several tight coils of the 26 gauge wire.
    Once all beads are in place, finalize the frame by adjusting the wire ends and trimming any excess.
    Attach the ear wire by creating a loop at the top of the frame and securing the ear wire in place.