Jewelry Design by WigJig!
These earrings were made using a small five pointed star pattern. The ear wire itself was made with 20G 1/2 hard gold-filled wire and was decorated with 22G Orchid Artistic Wire to match the wire used in the star. (We strongly recommend against using Artistic Wire to make an ear wire as the chemicals in the wire coating are not suitable for use inside a pierced ear.) The star itself was made with 20G Orchid Artistic Wire wrapped to hold its shape with 26G Gold Artistic Wire. The wire wraps here add strength and decorative appeal to this piece. This combination of purple and gold was once considered royal colors by some ancient civilizations. Today, thanks to Artistic Wire, and free jewelry making instruction by WigJig, anyone can dress like royalty. Lens content provided by WigJig - jewelry wire, jewelry tools, jewelry supplies, free jewelry making instruction, and beads! Find free instructions for making this jewelry project, and many more at the WigJig website!
What You'll Need
Tools Required:Round Nose Pliers
Flush Cutter
Chain Nose or Bent Chain Nose Pliers
Nylon Jaw Pliers
WigJig Cyclops or Electra with 5-12 metal pegs
30 minutes of free time
Supplies Required:
Ten inches of 16, 18 or 20G wire per star (1/2 hard wire will work best if available.)
12 inches of 24G or 26G wire
Jewelry Skills Required:
Use of WigJig to make wire components
Ability to wrap fine gauge wire around larger wire tightly.
For FREE step-by-step instructions on making these Orchid Star Earrings, click here to visit our project page at WigJig University!
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