Instructions for Shimmering Lights Earrings

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Techniques Used Basic Linking Technique (PDF) Opening and closing an ear wire

Tools Needed Round nose pliers Chain nose pliers Flush cutters

Step By Step Instructions

1. Make two of these units (the dangle):
   On a 1" silver head pin, place a Swarovski Sapphire 4mm crystal bicone. Make a simple loop at the end of the headpin.
   
2. Make two of these units (the main earring):
   On a 1.5" silver eyepin, place a silver bead cap, a sapphire faceted glass rondelle, and another silver bead cap. Make a simple loop at the other end of the eyepin.
3. Open the loop on one of the silver-filled Fancy Ear Wires. Attach one of the units you made in Step 2 above to the opened loop. Close the loop
4. Open the loop on one of the units you made in Step 1 above and hang it on the unit you made in Step 2 (the main earring). Close the loop.
   
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for the other earring.
   

CONGRATULATIONS! These beautiful earrings make a festive addition to any outfit, or make a cool gift!

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