Jewelry DIY – How to make “Threader” Earrings

October 18, 2019

These sweet, petite earrings feature Rings & Things ear threads and 3mm Swarovski crystal XILION bicone beads. The featured jewelry is the perfect color for October. But don’t be limited to our pink color choice–there are dozens (and dozens) of colors to choose from–so why not make a rainbow of earrings?

*Makers Note: Sadly, in 2021 Swarovski left the DIY Market and no longer sells their crystal beads and elements to the general public. But not to worry, Rings & Things now sells sparkly Preciosa Crystals and their 4mm or 6mm bicone beads will work great for this project (just use fewer beads)! You can shop for Preciosa Crystals here:

https://www.rings-things.com/crystal/preciosa-bicone-rondelle-beads

Swarovski 5328 Beads Color and Shape Chart Sample Card

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Here are the suggested supplies:

Here are the tools you will need:

EURO TOOL Glitter, Four-Piece Set

4-piece 4.5″ Glitter Line™ EURO TOOL® basic jewelry tool set with roll-up purple pouch. Includes chain-nose pliers, flat-nose pliers, round-nose pliers and semi-flush side cutters. These comfortable pliers, with glittery PVC grips, have fine, precision ground tips, double-leaf springs, and box-joint construction.

Step-by-step how to:

String the beads onto the head pin. You can vary the number of beads to preference; I used 8 beads per head pin (about 3/4″ long). Repeat with the second head pin.

Use round-nose pliers to form a simple loop on the end of the head pin.

Form loops on both bead dangles and check to make sure the loop size matches.

Use semi-flush side cutters to cut off the excess head pin “tail”. To make a flat cut, the flat side of the cutter blades should face toward the loop.

Twist open the loop and attach it to the jump ring on the end of the ear thread. Twist the loop securely closed. Repeat with the second earring.

Rings & Things’ ear threads are stamped with the “925” quality mark on the earring post. (You may need a jewelry loupe to see the mark.)

“Scottish Heather” Ear Threads by Rings & Things’ designer Mollie Valente.

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New to jewelry-making? Be sure to check out our free online resources!

Visit Rings & Things Design Gallery for FREE birthstone-related jewelry projects.

Make things,

Mollie

www.rings-things.com

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2 Comments

  • Reply Rose November 13, 2020 at 5:22 am

    I’m more curious how to make the treader part

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