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Edition Project Grape Cluster Earrings

Tools & Supplies:
  • Chain-nose Pliers


  • Round-nose Pliers


  • CH6A (x28)
    6mm Rounds in Amethyst


  • A397E (x4)
    Emerald Leaves


  • SHP21 (x28)
    1" Headpins


  • SHP21.5 (X4)
    1.5" Headpins


  • SJ845 (X38)
    Jump Rings


  • SJSR965 (X8)
    Closed Rings


  • S353 (X2)
    Earwires

Step 1:  Assemble the grapes using one headpin for each and wrapping the excess wire around the base for extra security. Step 1

Step 2:  Create the main vine starting with a large closed ring, and alternating with jump rings. Use four closed rings. At one end, attach 3 grapes using jump rings. Step 2

Step 3:  Attach 4 grapes to the next large closed ring above the grapes already attached. Make sure 2 grapes are on each side for balance. Step 3

Step 4:  Continue up the vine adding 4 grapes to the next closed ring. Click to enlarge picture
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Step 5:  Attach an earwire using a jump ring to the top closed ring. Click to enlarge picture
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Step 6:  Attach the final 4 grapes to the top closed ring. Click for full picture
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Step 7:  For the leaves, use the longer headpins and wrap the excess wire around the base for security. Attach the leaves to the earwire loop using jumprings. Repeat the steps to make the matching earring.

Use this technique to make other similiar style earrings using flowers, leaves or teardrops. Make a matching necklace pendant for a complete set. The possibilities are only limited by your imagination!
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