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Copper and Pearl DIY Earrings

06/02/2016 by Adrianne Surian 10 Comments

Hey friends!  I’ve got another fun DIY jewelry project for you to check out today!  These copper and pearl DIY earrings are simple to make and suitable for beginner makers who enjoy working with wire.  This project is instant gratification – you can make these earrings in under ten minutes! – and they’re a great accessory for those of you out there who love natural beauty.

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

I’ve partnered with Happy Mango Beads as today’s project sponsor to share this tutorial with you, and I’ve left click-able links below if you love this look and want to do some shopping for the supplies!  Here’s what you’ll need:

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

From Happy Mango Beads:

  • 2 – 9mm Irregular Potato Pearl Beads (available in lots of colors)
  • 2 – 14mm Copper Pewter Oval Beads (also available in a silver finish pewter)
  • 2 – 52mm Copper Headpins (also in pewter)
  • 2 – Antiqued Copper Finish Earring Wires (or silver plated if you prefer)

Other Supplies and Tools:

  • 2 – 4mm coordinated jump rings
  • Round Nose Pliers
  • Chain Nose Pliers
  • Flush Cutters

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

First, slip the pearl bead inside the center of the copper bead, aligning the holes.  Stack the two beads onto a decorative head pin.

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

Next, grip the head pin above the bead with your round nose pliers.  Wrap the wire end of the pin around one side of the pliers, forming a loop.

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

Now, wrap the wire end around the pin between the loop and the top of the bead in neat coils.  Trim any excess wire away with flush cutters, and press the trimmed end down with pliers if necessary – sometimes it sticks out slightly after cutting.

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

Finally, twist open a small jump ring, and connect the earring wire to the beads through the loops on each piece.  Twist the jump ring closed again to finish your earring.  All that’s left is to repeat the steps to make a pair!

Copper & Pearl DIY Earrings | happyhourprojects.com

I love the warm look of the copper finish in these earrings, but if you prefer a lighter look, check the links in the supply list above because these components are also available in a classic silver tone pewter as well!  That’s part of what’s great about making DIY earrings – you can change up the colors to match your own style.

Thanks for checking out today’s DIY jewelry project and I hope you enjoyed it!  See you guys again soon!

Adrianne Surian

Filed Under: Earrings, Fashion, Featured, Jewelry, Tutorials Tagged With: 10-minute project, accessories, beads, charms, copper, CraftyAnthology, DIY, earrings, fashion, Happy Mango Beads, jewelry, pearls, wire

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Comments

  1. Tabitha

    06/28/2016 at 11:15 pm

    DOH, they are sold out of the copper oval rings! I have bookmarked the site and will keep checking back. I MUST make these! I’ve recently fallen in love with this copper color and love these earrings! Thanks for sharing :)

    p.s. I recently bought a stamp set and have started the journey of making jewelry! Thanks for your videos on youtube :)

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  2. Ron Leyba

    06/08/2016 at 11:23 am

    This is so amazing Adrianne. So love your unique design. Very nice!

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  3. Bree

    06/07/2016 at 5:49 pm

    These are beautiful! You always have such pretty pieces.

    Reply
  4. Jenn

    06/07/2016 at 10:53 am

    Oh, I really like theses. I just recently started wearing earnings again after about five years.

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  5. Crystal

    06/07/2016 at 7:43 am

    Those are gorgeous. If my ear wasn’t ripping I would totally wear those.

    Reply
  6. cindy

    06/03/2016 at 9:03 pm

    I love them there some thing i can wear with every thing

    Reply

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Hello, and welcome! I'm Adrianne, an artist, author, designer, and blogger in mid Michigan. I work from home, chase my two kids, and this once-city-girl is learning how to care for chickens and adjusting to life out in the country. I have a compulsion for daily creativity... sometimes it's jewelry-making, paper crafting, metal stamping, mixing and baking, or giving new life to recycled items. But with 2 young kids, time is short! My goal here at Happy Hour Projects is to share projects and tips that you can do in an hour or less. The ideas you find here are designed to add a little creativity in your day, no matter how much (or how little) time you have!

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