Comments on: Face-Framing Wire Earrings Tutorial

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Mon, 18 May 2020 15:55:24 +0000

In reply to Connie Buchwald. Thanks, Connie!

By: Connie Buchwald

Connie Buchwald — Sun, 17 May 2020 18:10:53 +0000

Easy as pie

By: Sue Shade

Sue Shade — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 16:50:29 +0000

How fun!! Simple and sweet. Love these.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 00:43:59 +0000

In reply to Libby. Welcome Libby, and thanks so much for letting me know! That's wonderful to hear. I will enjoy thinking of you wearing your lovely new earrings! :)

By: Libby

Libby — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 00:23:34 +0000

Hello,
I am a retired jeweler and new to your site. Also new to working with other metals besides gold. I made these earrings today and they look great. I used all copper. Now I can’t wait to show them off. I will be keeping this pair!
Thank you for the renewed inspiration 🙂

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 02:46:43 +0000

In reply to Mary Z.

That’s fantastic, Mary Z – and lovely to hear. Just imagine the tools and supplies you’ll be playing with a year from now. 🙂

By: Mary Z

Mary Z — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 01:40:12 +0000

Rena, thanks to you I have been playing so much with wire. I now have three hammers, one which is a textured hammer and an array of wire, aluminum all sorts of wonderful things. I even bought a wig jig, which unfortunately, I am struggling with; it’s a metal “thing-a-ma-jig” and the pegs loosen up and flop all over. If you could give me a tip on how to use it or maybe even a better one to purchase. Thank you again for opening up another aspect in the world of jewelry making.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 21:21:31 +0000

In reply to Audry. Hi Audry! My dark earwires are sterling silver that has blackened (oxidized) naturally. Where I live, metals tend to tarnish quickly in the open air - so sometimes I just leave metal components out for a few weeks and they oxidize quite nicely!

By: Audry

Audry — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 19:43:18 +0000

The more I look at these, the more I’m liking them. Think I might give them a try…
One question though – what kind of wire did you use for your earwires? Any dark grey/black metal I’ve run across has been color-coated, like one might use for wire-wrapping(aluminum or copper underneath, very prone to scratching off at the slightest touch of the pliers. Grrr!). I would love, LOVE, to be able to get away from silver-toned earwires, but I’ve never heard of a darker wire that is safe. Can you please let me in on your secret???

By: Mary Z

Mary Z — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 02:19:57 +0000

I’ve been making these even though I really don’t know much about wire. The black 20 gauge I pounded/flattened loses its color to yhe silver underneath. I would like to use various color wire don’t know how to shoes wire that the color won’t come off. Can you give me a tip?

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 19:08:40 +0000

Ashley, thank you for your kind words. I’m glad to hear you’re finding so much helpful stuff here at JMJ! 🙂

I used 10mm jump rings for these earrings. I didn’t make them myself. I would guess these jump rings are about 20 gauge, but any sturdy ones will do for this project.

Although I used a hardware store hammer for this project (as shown above in the supply list), I usually use a dome-face chasing hammer for flattening wire (available at most jewelry suppliers who carry jewelry tools).

If I simply want to hammer-harden a finished wire project without flattening it, I use a plastic, rubber, nylon, or rawhide hammer.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 18:43:59 +0000

Gorgeous! I just found your site last week, and all I can say is thank you! I’ve been making earrings for several years, always with purchased findings, and have never quite worked up the nerve to experiment with wire. Seriously, the vast array of hammers, gauges, and “metalsmith lingo” is downright intimidating. But your tutorials are so beautifully done, starting to make sense(at last) to a very confused beginner.
I still have 2 questions, though. What size jump rings are you using here? Did you make them yourself, and if so, what type/gauge of wire did you use? And is there a “perfect” hammer to use for flattening/hardening in this type of project? Thanks so much!

By: Mary Z

Mary Z — Fri, 15 Aug 2014 01:37:54 +0000

I made these tonite and they are sweet and sexy!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sat, 02 Aug 2014 15:34:14 +0000

Thank you for the lovely compliments on this project! 🙂

Toni, first check your existing wire supplies in your craft room to see if you have any round wire – anywhere from 16 to 20 gauge – soft or half-hard.

I used copper and brass for these earrings, but you’re not limited to those metals.

If you don’t have round soft wire any of those gauges, you can purchase some from whichever suppliers you’ve used in the past for your wire stash.

Have fun making these dangly earrings! 🙂

By: Toni

Toni — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 00:00:41 +0000

OMGRena! I love these! I always have a hard time choosing the correct width of wire. Ive so much purchased wire in my craft rm but none stay in shape for bracelets or earrings! Im working with wood pieces instead.
Would Love to make these earrings so where would I find the correct wire or should I say what do I ask for!?! =) Thank you in advance for your assistance and sharing your ideas.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 11:25:43 +0000

These look really amazing… I actually thought they were made from bra under-wires at first… ha, shows how much I know!

By: Sarah Ramberg

Sarah Ramberg — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 12:29:24 +0000

These are perfectly lovely- great tutorial, too!

By: Erica

Erica — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 00:05:35 +0000

So cute! I have some friends who would love these 🙂

By: Jill

Jill — Mon, 28 Jul 2014 03:08:44 +0000

Beautiful earrings! I love those colours together.

By: Cynthia Landrie

Cynthia Landrie — Fri, 25 Jul 2014 02:25:08 +0000

So pretty! Love the mixture of metals. And, as always, a great tutorial.

By: Bismah

Bismah — Fri, 25 Jul 2014 02:21:40 +0000

These are so beautiful and unique! Looks very easy to do! Shows great creativity and inspiration.

By: Meaghan

Meaghan — Thu, 24 Jul 2014 22:06:23 +0000

I really think I could save myself a lot of money if I could learn to make my own earrings. Great tutorial!

By: MariaElena

MariaElena — Tue, 22 Jul 2014 11:34:34 +0000

Another beautiful project! Love, love the earrings. Thank you for sharing! Have a great week! Maria

By: Kim

Kim — Tue, 22 Jul 2014 02:16:17 +0000

I love your swinging earrings they’re simply stunning! Your very talented and your tutorials are very well written. You make it look so easy to make.

Have a great week! Kim S.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sat, 21 Jun 2014 14:08:39 +0000

In reply to Michelle.

Hi Michelle, thanks for asking! The brass wire I used in these earrings is ordinary yellow brass (which sometimes has a greenish tinge, as in my photos above). It’s not coated, so there’s no outer layer to chip off.

Examples of the types of wire with an outer color that could chip away are plated wires (such as silver-plated, gold plated, etc.); colored wires such as some of the aluminum wires; and coated wires such as craft wires.

I hope this helps – and enjoy making your earrings! 🙂

By: Michelle

Michelle — Fri, 20 Jun 2014 22:40:55 +0000

Pretty! I’m wondering about the kinds of wire to use. I’m good with real copper and silver, but clueless about the colored wires like the cool green brass you used. How do I choose the right kind of colored wire so the color isn’t chipped away by hammering? Thanks for the inspiration!

By: Julia

Julia — Thu, 16 Jan 2014 18:05:04 +0000

Rena, I made these and LOVE them. Talking about inexpensive materials! (I make my own jumprings and ear wires, thanks to you!)
My neck is so short though, I ended up cutting all wires a little shorter because they were getting caught on my shoulder and clothing, and they worked out fine!
Cannot thank you enough for all of the tutorials and inspiration you provide!

By: Donna

Donna — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:55:56 +0000

Rena I love these earrings. I made a few pairs for a outdoor show I had. I also wore these earrings that day. I never make more than 5 pair of anything for a show and I could have sold more easily.
BTW one of my displays is a wire mesh trash can. I turn it upside down, place it on a cake plate that is on a turntable. The cake plate is to add heigth to the display, and the turntable ( or lazy susan) is so the whole trash can be used and easily veiwed by my customers. I get more comments on this particular display than on any of my others. I found this idea on your sight over a year ago.

By: Rups

Rups — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 19:49:16 +0000

I made it. It came out good.

By: Pat Gray

Pat Gray — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 13:50:45 +0000

These are adorable – can’t wait to give them a try!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 23:29:12 +0000

Thank you for all your lovely comments on this earring project!

Siobhan, I loved hearing how your earrings turned out! Also, I have to tell you that I too made a pair of these earrings for my sister’s birthday gift – earlier this month! 🙂 Maybe I should re-name these “Sister Earrings”. 🙂

By: Siobhan

Siobhan — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 23:20:43 +0000

These turned out perfectly and will make a great gift for my sister, whose Birthday is this week!
! I hammered, then burnished the wires in a tumbler before finishing. The irregular hammer marks and high polish achieved by burnishing really made them sparkle and dance in the light,
Thank you for your inspiring ideas and advice, I discovered your site by chance and I’m delighted with your great advice and ideas on all aspects of jewellery business…it’s wonderful!

By: Rose, that Jewelry lover...

Rose, that Jewelry lover... — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:12:45 +0000

Rena, oh, I AM soon going to take that hammer out and try your projects. So fun.

By: Debi @ Adorned From Above

Debi @ Adorned From Above — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:59:31 +0000

These are beautiful. You always make such beautiful jewelry.
Debi and Charly

By: Theresa

Theresa — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 18:57:14 +0000

I used to have a pair of earrings like this that I adored, but I lost one. Thank you so much for such a well written tutorial, I am going to replace those pair of earrings in the near future!

By: BeColorful

BeColorful — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 19:57:22 +0000

These are similar to an earring I wore yesterday but I love that yours are one of a kind and handmade. Such an easy to follow tutorial. Thanks for sharing on BeColorful.
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By: Susie @Bowdabra

Susie @Bowdabra — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 03:43:37 +0000

Thank you so much for stopping in and sharing your inspirational craft with our Crafty Showcase last week! You rock!

We can’t wait for you to stop in and share more of your ideas with us. The Crafty Showcase is open from Friday midnight until Thursday noon!

Thanks for the inspiration!
Susie @Bowdabra

By: Christine

Christine — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:13:43 +0000

Stunning!!! I want earrings like that!

Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer… From Dream To Reality!

By: Marti

Marti — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 03:59:33 +0000

These look great! Thank you for sharing them at SHOW-licious Craft Showcase!

Marti

By: Bethany

Bethany — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:24:52 +0000

These are gorgeous!! Thanks so much for sharing at Wednesday’s Adorned From Above Blog Hop.
Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
Bethany @ Whistle and Ivy

By: kelly

kelly — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:43:54 +0000

wow! very cool, great job!

By: Diann @ The Thrifty Groove

Diann @ The Thrifty Groove — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:19:26 +0000

These turned out great. I would buy thhese earrings if I saw them at a store.

By: Diana Rambles

Diana Rambles — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 16:50:20 +0000

Pretty!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 03:26:01 +0000

Thanks for sharing your lovely earrings. They are so pretty and unique…although I don’t think I could keep them safe from the little hands in my house!

By: Michelle L

Michelle L — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 03:45:39 +0000

Wow, what a beautiful design. I really adore the color contrast, and the tutorial is perfect. thanks, Rena!

By: tanya

tanya — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 18:42:55 +0000

These re gorgeous!!! I love the colors! Thanks for sharing at One Creative Weekend!

By: Erin

Erin — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:25:27 +0000

Wow. Those are so cool! I love working with wire, but haven’t done it for awhile and I’ve never done anything this awesome. Thanks for creating such a brilliant tutorial. I’m definitely pinning this and, hopefully, coming back to it very soon!

Thanks again!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 06:28:22 +0000

These are so cool – it inspires me to try some earring making!

By: Christine

Christine — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:55:19 +0000

These are so simple and pretty. I’m bookmarking this page so that I remember to make these earrings as Christmas gifts next year. Thank you for the beautiful inspiration!

By: Beth

Beth — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 22:24:29 +0000

These are super cute!!! Gonna try some tonight.

By: Cathy

Cathy — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:20:01 +0000

This are going on my “list” of things to create after Christmas! I need to restock at the gallery where I have my work and these would be a great addition!

Thanks for sharing Rena!

By: Leanne

Leanne — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 18:42:42 +0000

Love the earrings in various colors. I’ve made very similar earrings in sterling for a while now, sometimes with three wires, sometimes with two. I’ve never started with curved wire, however – the curve always comes for me during the hammering. Do you do something to keep the curve under control?

By: zoraida

zoraida — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 13:20:19 +0000

These are great – I pinned them on one of my boards on Pinterest.

By: Maria Hansford

Maria Hansford — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 18:58:59 +0000

Simple and so amazing! The color and direction variation make of this earrings a dynamic piece. Love them!

By: Lynda

Lynda — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 18:17:28 +0000

Love these swinging earrings, Rena. Your tutorials are always so visual and clear that all levels of jewelry makers would be successful. Thanks!