I've been experimenting with some earring designs using wrapped wire, stones and crystals. I've been working through various design patterns and writing instructions including gauges of metal and lengths to cut. This way, if I make these in sterling, I will get maximum use of my silver wire. I was out of town recently and trying to make earrings and I didn't have any jump rings. I decided to use pieces of wrapped wire to pull the various components of the earrings together. I connected the pearls to the main part of the earrings and also the top with one piece of wire. Sometimes the lack of supplies will make you think and then you have something that's a bit different. I think I will run with this design and say adios to the jump rings for the moment!
I desire to make beautiful things, but I'm also aware of prices. I will be making these in a silver coated copper wire and copper wire. The stones around the edge are actually crystal rondelles and I did use real fresh water pearls for the drops. Your eyes will be drawn to the focal stone and if that's real, there is the feeling that these are more expensive.
I will be making these in sterling as well and I have found a source for some ruby, emerald, tanzanite and tsavorite beads that will look great with these. The prices on the better stones I will buy are good, so you can have something in sterling with actual gemstones and it will still be affordable.
Thanks for looking.
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