Stones And Findings: How To Make An Earring Hoop From Wire

Stones And Findings: How To Make An Earring Hoop From Wire


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You'll find it surprisingly easy to form an earring hoop, the foundation for classic bangles and other earring styles Enlarge You'll find it surprisingly easy to form an earring hoop, the foundation for classic bangles and other earring styles

Our example uses a Sterling Silver Earring Beading Hoop, and a set of chain nose pliers. Making the Earring Hoop Earring hoops come circularly shaped, with a loop at one end and a straight tip at the other. To make a simple clasp so that the earring can be closed and re-opened with ease, all you need to do is use the tip of the chain nose pliers to bend the straight edge.


If you make a sharp right angle about a centimetre from the end, pointing upward, you will have created a simple hook. This change is simple, but goes a long way in making all the difference between a hoop and an earring! for more how to videos and articles visit www.stonesandfindings.com/jewelry-making-articles