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How to make a pair of triangle statement earrings!
Here’s how to make a cute pair of statement earrings, these are such a fun design that pack a bold punch with their size and colours. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make these earrings:
1: Eight pieces of wire all the same length. I used 0.8mm copper wire.
Here’s a pre-made eye pin option if you don’t feel like making them yourself: https://tidd.ly/3WCad6D
2: Four statement beads. I used these polymer clay beads I made. Here’s a polymer clay bead tutorial for you.
3: Some accent beads. I used these timber beads.
4: A pair of earring hooks. If you don’t have any, you can find tutorials that show you how to make your own here, here and here.
5: Some flat nose pliers and round nose pliers. You will also need your cutting pliers if you are not using pre-made eye pins.
Follow these steps to make your amazing triangle statement earrings:
1: Bend the end of each wire to form a right angle using the flat nose pliers.
2: Loop the end of each wire using round nose pliers.
3: Add beads to two of the wires, these will form the bottom of your triangles. I added some statement beads to each of these wires.
4: Bend the ends of the beaded wires to form another right angle.
5: Loop the end of the wire using the round nose pliers. This will secure the beads in place.
6: Repeat steps 3-5 for two more of the pins, these will be used to attach the triangles to the earring hooks.
7: Add your accent beads to the four remaining wires to create four solid beaded pins, secure the beads in place as you did in steps 4 and 5.
8: Now it is time to start assembling your earrings, Add one of the solid beaded wires to one of the accent beaded wires.
9: Add a second solid beaded wire to the first accent beaded wire, so you have one statement beaded wire with two solid beaded wires attached.
10: Add a second statement beaded wire to the earring, attaching each end to each of the solid beaded wires to form a triangle shape.
11: Repeat steps 8 to 10 for the second earring.
12: Attach each of the earring hooks to the triangle forms. Once both earring hooks are attached your earrings are finished and ready to wear out! How will you style yours?
Here are the finished earrings!
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Here’s how to make your own Shepard hook earring findings using a wig-a-ma-jig!
I’ve already shown you how to make your own earring findings, here and here. But I haven’t shown you a way to make more traditional earring hooks from scratch. These simple Shepard hook earrings findings are made using some 0.8mm thick wire and a special contraption designed for wire-work called a ‘Wig-a-ma-jig’! Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make your Shepard hook earring findings:
1: Some cutting pliers to cut your wire to length and trim any excess.
2: A pair of flat nose pliers to do some extra shaping to your earring hooks if required.
3: A Wig-a-ma-jig tool with pegs to create the shape for your earring hooks.
4: A needle file for smoothing the ends of your earrings, some sandpaper can be useful for getting a smooth finish as well.
5: Some wire. I used some copper wire in this demonstration but I suggest using sterling silver wire as it is a more suitable material for sensitive piercings. I used two pieces of copper wire about 0.8mm in diameter and about 8-10cm long. You will have some excess at the end that you will need to trim.
Follow these steps to make your earring hooks:
1: Arrange the Wig-a-ma-jig pins in the following formation, this will form the shape of your earring. The first peg is the bottom loop of the earring hook, the large top peg forms the arch of the earring and the last peg helps make the ‘kick’ at the end of the earring where it goes through your piercing.
2: Place the wire between the first two pegs as indicated in the picture below.
3: Take the long end of the wire and shape it around the large peg to form an arch
4: Loop the short end of the wire around the first smaller peg to form a circle shape, there will be some overlap at the end of the wire.
5: Kink the end of the wire underneath the last peg, there will be a lot of excess wire that will be trimmed later. You can see this pictured in the image above.
6: Take the wire shape off of the pegs. Do this carefully so as not to bend it out of the shape you just made.
7: Use the cutting pliers to trim the excess wire from the end of the earring and the loop overlap.
8: File the ends you just trimmed so they are smooth and won’t poke anyone wearing your earrings.
9: Repeat steps 2-8 for the second earring ensuring that the match.
Once I had both earrings made, I did some small adjustments on them using my flat nose pliers to make sure they sat flat and were a nice shape, once I was happy with how they looked, these new earring findings were ready to use in a new earring creation! Below is a picture of the finished set of earring hooks.
Making your own jewellery findings is a great way to elevate your jewelry designs and have them feel even more unique and special. What will you attach to your hand made Shepard hook earring findings?
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Tips to elevate your handmade pieces!
I love jewelry, I love looking at it, I love making it, and I love wearing it. But there are some parts of jewelry that I don’t love. I can’t stand it when a piece is uncomfortable and scratchy to wear, and I also can’t stand poorly constructed jewelry that looks like it will fall apart after two wears, so I thought it would be fun to share with you some things to look out for so that you always make strong, comfortable jewels that you will enjoy for years to come.
Here are my tips for making long-lasting, professional looking and comfortable jewelry:
1: Make sure you tuck away the ends of the tiger-tail wire. I usually achieve this by running the wire through a few of the beads at each end of my beaded designs so that it doesn’t poke out. You can also use a crimp cover which covers any sharp ends of the wire. You can see some examples below.
2: Avoid using elastic in your designs. Elastic might be easy to put on and take off (and in some cases, is the only appropriate option in terms of accessibility). Unfortunately, this accessibility comes with a trade off, elastic tends to wear out quickly, and you can find your beautiful bracelet scattered all over the floor at the most inopportune moment. I suggest making your beaded jewels with nylon beading thread or tiger-tail wire for a longer life span. I’ve got a post about the pros and cons of different beading materials here.
3: Pull your wire tight at each end of your beaded pieces. I’ve noticed with the trend towards beaded jewelry in recent years, beaded tiger-tail necklaces are being sold with large loops at each end. This loose loop can catch on things and lead to breakages. I also personally think it looks sloppy and makes your work seem less polished.
4: Try to use precious metals! I spent a long time making jewelry using findings made from base metals. While these materials are cheaper and great for when you’re starting out, I think investing in fine metals such as sterling silver, is a great way to elevate your designs and make them seem more polished and professional.
Here are some sterling silver materials you can buy and use in your designs:
5: I don’t always follow my own advice, but when you are making beaded pieces with pearls, it can pay to spend some extra time knotting your beading thread between each pearl. This technique not only protects the pearls, it also stops you from losing them all in the case of a breakage! I have’t made a pearl knotting tutorial yet, but I think there will be one on the way soon so keep an eye out.
So there you have it, a few tips and tricks to elevate your jewelry making to that next level! Please note that this post contains affiliate links.
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Here’s how to make a special pair of earrings using earring findings and beaded thread…
Here are some fun earrings you can construct at home! This is a great way to use the pieces of copper or brass that you created patina on using our salt and vinegar patina tutorials as well as some of your fave beads. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make these earrings:
1: A pair of brass earrings with drilled holes or charm loops, I used these ones I made a while ago.
2: Some nylon beading thread. I used two scrap pieces about 30cm long.
3: A beading needle with a thin loop of thread attached to it.
4: Beads. I used these purple and blue glass seed beads.
5: Jump rings. I used two copper jump rings.
6: Scissors.
7: Super glue.
8: Pliers.
Follow these steps to make your cute pair of earrings:
1: Close both of the jump rings using your pliers.
2: Fold one of the pieces of thread in half and loop it around the jump ring.
3: Tie some additional knots to secure the thread to the jump ring.
4: Pull the thread through the loop at the bottom of the needle.
5: Begin adding beads to the string in your chosen pattern.
6: Continue adding beads until you have a length you like, I made mine about 7cm long.
7: Tie a knot at the end of the thread to secure the beads onto the thread.
8: Tie the end of the thread onto the jump ring to form a loop, thread it through the jump ring and tie a couple of knots to secure it.
9: Trim the excess thread using scissors.
10: Add a dab of superglue to both knots to secure them.
11: Repeat steps 2-10 for the second beaded loop.
12: Open the jump rings and thread them through the earring findings. Close the jump rings using your pliers to secure them in place.
Now your earrings are finished and ready to wear! How fun is this design?
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How to make a long pair of triangle dangle earrings!
It’s no secret that I really like making triangle shaped jewelry. Triangles are easy to construct using eye pins, and their angles add striking geometric features to your jewelry collection! These earrings feature three triangles each for a cool look. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make this pair of triangle dangle earrings:
1: A set of pliers. I used my cutting pliers and round nose pliers most of the time. Flat nose pliers are handy to have around too.
2: Eighteen eye pins.
3: Six small jump rings.
4: A pair of larger jump rings.
5: A pair of earring findings.
6: Beads. I used some cute green glass seed beads.
Follow these steps to make your own pair of cute triple triangle dangles:
1: Add four beads to one of the eye pins.
2: Add one of the small jump rings.
3: Add another four glass beads.
4: Secure the beads in place by looping the end of the eye pin using your round nose pliers.
5: Repeat steps 1 to 4 for another pin.
6: Set the first pins with the jump rings aside.
7: Bead another four eye pins, this time skipping the step where you add the jump ring. These pins will just have beads.
8: Now attach two of the beaded pins to one of the pins with a jump ring to form a chain.
9: Attach the last pin on the chain to the loop at the other end of the first pin, this will form your triangle shape.
10: Repeat steps 8 and 9 to make another triangle with a jump ring pin on the top.
11: Set your first two triangles aside.
12: Now bead the rest of your eye pins like you did in step 7.
13: Form the pins into four more triangle shapes using the steps you performed in steps 8 and 9.
14: Now you can attach the triangles together.
15: And now you can attach three triangles together using the small jump rings, make sure you have the first triangle you made at the top.
16: Repeat step 15 for the other set of triangles.
17: Now you can attach an earring to each of the earrings, slide one of the bigger jump rings through the ring at the top of each triangle and through the loop on the earring finding. Close the jump ring to secure the earrings in place. Repeat this for the other earring.
So now you can wear your triangle earrings! Super cute and fun. What color will you make yours in?
Here are some other triangle earrings you can make:
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How to make a super simple pair of earrings! These are perfect for people who don’t like heavy earrings.
These earrings are really cute! Turn lightweight beads into some pretty little dangles, perfect for people who can’t bear the weight of heavy statement earrings but still want to look cute! Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You will need the following tools and materials to make your earrings:
1: Pliers. I used my round nose pliers (middle), flat nose pliers (right) and cutting pliers (left) to make these earrings.
2: Two head pins.
3: A pair of earring hooks.
4: A pair of beads. I used these recycled timber beads.
Follow these steps to make your little dangling earrings:
1: Add each of the beads to the head pins.
2: Bend the head pins to form a right angle.
3: Trim each pin so there is approximately 1cm left coming out of the top of the beads.
4: Form each pin into a loop to secure the beads onto the pins.
4: Open up each loop slightly and then attach each beaded pin to each of the hooks.
Now they’re finished and ready to wear! Super cute, lightweight and fun!
Here are some other simple, lightweight earrings you can make:
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Here’s how to make some fun earrings… these mega hoops are super cute!
I think these earrings are pretty fun! You make some beaded mega hoops, link them together, and then thread them onto some hoop findings for a funky statement look. These earrings are such a statement they’ll add some fun to your next zoom outfit or real life party! please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make your mega hoops:
1: Pliers. I used round nose pliers and cutting pliers.
2: Bracelet sized memory wire cut into four pieces.
3: Beads. I used these red painted wooden beads.
Follow these steps to make your mega hoop earrings:
1: Take one of the pieces of memory wire and create a loop at one end using the round nose pliers.
2: Add beads to the wire until you’ve got about 1cm left of the wire without beads.
3: Loop the other end of the wire using the round nose pliers but don’t close the loop.
4:Thread the open loop through the first loop you made and then close it. This will secure the beads onto the wire and create a circle shape.
5: Repeat steps 1-3, before you attach the end loops together, thread the new circle through the first one.
6: Close the second beaded circle and set it aside.
7: Repeat steps 1-6 for the second set of hoops.
8: Add each of the beaded hoops you just made to each of the hoop earring findings.
Now your fun mega hoop statement earrings are ready to wear! So fun and eye catching!
Click here to find some other fun earring tutorials to make at home!
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How to make some dangling star threader earrings!
Threader earrings are really cool! This design uses some cute glass star-shaped beads for an adorable effect. Please note that this tutorial features affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make your star embellished threader earrings:
1: Pliers. I used my flat and round nose pliers.
2: Two threader earrings with charm connectors at one end.
3: Four eye pins the right length for the beads you are using.
4: Two small head pins.
5: Six star beads, three matching pairs.
Follow these steps to make your star threader earrings:
1: Add two beads to each of the head pins.
2: Bend the top of one pin to form a right angle.
3: Loop the top of the pin using the round nose pliers to secure the bead in place.
4: Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other bead.
5: Add another bead to one of the eye pins and repeat steps 2 and 3 to secure the bead on the pin.
6: Open one of the loops on the eye pin and attach it to one of the head pin charms you made.
7: Add another bead to a pin in the same manner and attach it to the other two so that you have a chain of three stars.
8: Repeat for the other three beads so that you have two little star chains.
9: Attach each of the star chains to each of the threader earring findings using your flat nose pliers to open and close the jump rings.
10: Now your star threader earrings are finished and ready to put on. Perfect for some zoom earring fun!
If you like this design here are some other treader earring tutorials:
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How to make some chunky chain loop earrings!
I think chain loop earrings are really cool! This DIY uses lightweight chunky curb chain to loop from the front to back of your ears. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make this pair of earrings:
1: Pliers. I used my flat nose pliers and round nose pliers.
2: Two charm post earrings with butterfly backs.
3: Two short pieces of chain, approximately 8cm long.
4: Four jump rings.
Follow these steps to make your chain loop earrings
1: Open one of the jump rings and slide it through the charm loop on one of the earrings.
2: Attach one end of a chain to the open jump ring.
3: Close the jump ring to secure the chain onto the earring.
4: Add another jump ring to the other end of the chain.
5: Secure the other end of the chain to the butterfly clasp by sliding the jump ring through and closing it using your pliers.
6: Repeat steps 1-5 for the second earring.
Now you can wear them (or give them to someone special)! 😉
Here are some other chain loop earring tutorials: