Asymmetrical Wire Wrap Earrings

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Asymmetrical Wire Wrap Earrings

by Lynda Carson
(Spring Valley,CA)

Purple Swarovski Crystals

Wire wrapping small beads to an earring frame is very popular now and here is one of my favorite styles, inspired by some in a great book, The Earring Style Book, by Stephanie A. Wells.

It has wonderful photos and very clear tutorials. I love my public library!

The wire used in these two pairs is silver plated, 18 gauge for the earring frame and 26 for the wire wrapping. I think this style is perfect for Spring and Summer attire, from t-shirts and jeans to evening dress.

Once you get the technique, the possibilities are endless for clustering groups of beads within a framed space.

Lynda Carson
Fresh Baked Designs

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Asymmetrical Wire Wrap Earrings

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Silver Plated!!!!
by: DotBoo

They look live sterling silver to me, it shows that whatever material you use in a way does nothing to do with the crafting of the piece. Great Job!!!!!!!

Surprised!
by: Lynda Carson

Yes, I was surprised how easy this silver plated wire was to use in these larger pieces. I needed them work hardened in order to wire wrap on the beads without torquing the design. So after tapping the frames with a leather mallet, I decided to go for it and forged them to further harden and flatten the wire. Looks good to me and no scratches or base wire showing through.

It's a good option for larger pieces that require more wire, and I can keep my prices reasonable for customers.

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