This is an easy jewelry DIY for how-to make my Victorian Filigree Drop Earrings.
At the time I made my Floating Hearts Hot Air Balloon Dangle Earrings, I was out of the silver plated professional grade jump rings that I like to use so I put in an order from CanterburyLane on Etsy to get some more in so I could work the Reversible Hot Air Balloon Dangle Earrings I shared last week.
While I was there, I decided to search “emerald” to see what I could find to put together a pair of earrings for the upcoming (at the time) St. Patrick’s Day.
This easy DIY is what I came up with!
This easy DIY is what I came up with!
Materials I Used:
- 2 8mm Glass Faceted Beads in Emerald
- 2 Emerald Green Antique Brass Filigree
- 2 8mm Silver colored Glass Pearls (Found mine at JoAnns)
- 2 Filigree Bead Caps for 8-12mm Beads in Antique Brass
- 4 26mm 1″ 20 Gauge Antique Brass Eye Pins
- 2 20mm French Hook Fishhooks in Antique Brass
- Round Nose Pliers – I keep one in each hand
Time Spent:
I put together this pair of earrings in less than 30 minutes.
Measurements:
I don’t remember how long these earrings were – since they sold before I did this post. I forgot to get the measurements, but I am going to guess about 3″.
Tutorial Notes:
For Earring Loops: Always open towards you and not side to side.
If you aren’t sure how to form a Basic Loop, I have a Forming a Basic Loop tutorial for you!
When I bought the eye pins, I didn’t think they were going to be as strong as the jump rings that I like to buy from CanterburyLane. I was expecting to be able to create Wrapped Loops with them, not just the basic loop. I do have a Forming a Wrapped Loop tutorial. Next time I make this pair of earrings, I will be using different eye pins so I can use this technique instead.
For Bead Cap: String the bead cap first, fancy side facing away, and then the bead. Flat bead cap over bead. Create basic loop.
Tutorial:
Here is my second layout. Before I create the pieces, I like to lay everything out to make sure I have all the supplies need and to brainstorm layout. Then, once all loops are looped and such, I make another layout to ensure I like the idea before assembly.
Now assemble! I started with the large filigree piece, and then attached the bead cap section, and then the emerald loop on the top. Lastly, you’ll add your earring wire.
Enjoy your new earrings! While hanging from your ears, the emerald pieces will glow with the light coming from within it.
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Wow you made such beautiful earrings!
Thanks Julie! One of my favorites so far.
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These earrings are beautiful. Great tutorial!
Thanks, Sylvia!
Very pretty!
Michelle
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Thanks, Michelle!
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Yay! Thank you!
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These are stunning, and the fact that you made them is even more impressive. Well done.
Thanks so much, Anita! I have fun making my own jewelry.
Wow, lovely job on the earrings! These are my style too- I love a vintage-looking style. I am impressed at your craftiness, as I know it is time-consuming to make jewelry, with my eyesight it would take some skill and patience. Very pretty!
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jess xx
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The style definitely was a little out of my comfort zone, but I am so proud of how they turned out. Thanks, Jess!
I have a clamp on light at my table where I do a lot of my crafting, and it really helps to see things. They also sell lighted magnifying glasses that clamp on as well. If you decide to try jewelry making, maybe that’s something to put on your wish list? And you should! It’s so fun, and I find it therapeutic.
What beautiful earrings! They make such a fun statement! 🙂
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Thanks, Mica!
Very nice: thanks for sharing this with us at the #TrafficJamWeekend Linky Party.
These are beautiful Alexandra! This will be one of my features at this Saturday’s link party!
Thanks so much, Roseann! I appreciate the support.
I don’t think I have the patience to make jewelry, but man, oh man, these earrings are drop-dead gorgeous…..such a beautiful vintage look!
Thank you so much, Verna! Earrings are my favorite accessory, and I have a lot of fun making them.