How to Use an Earwire Blank

Make an Earring with an Earwire Blank

Skill LevelBeginner

TechniqueWire-Working

Time1-3 Hours

Learn how to add a bead to an earwire blank and finish it with a loop for attaching dangles. author signature

These earwires are a hot innovation for creative beaders. Make your earwires stand out by adding any bead you choose.

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String a bead of your choosing on the earwire.

Make a 90 degree bend in your earwire just below the bead. This bend can be in line with the wire or off to the side, depending on where you want your finished loop to face.

With your round nose pliers, make a simple loop with the tail of the wire.

You now have a completed earwire. Add charms, dangles, even chandelier components as you like

Add a bead by creating another simple loop with a bead on a headpin and you have a simple, fun earring

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