{"id":14839,"date":"2011-12-22T03:15:49","date_gmt":"2011-12-22T11:15:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/?p=14839"},"modified":"2013-08-15T17:13:56","modified_gmt":"2013-08-16T00:13:56","slug":"vol-043-4-polymer-clay-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/vol-043-4-polymer-clay-tutorial\/14839\/","title":{"rendered":"Fancy Rose Earwires Technique | Polymer Clay Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Fancy<\/a>Video #235:<\/span> “Please do show us all how you make ear wires, and please include some variations for the more advanced.” ~Martha-R<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

As everyone here should know, I am always asking for feedback about what topics to cover in my upcoming video tutorials. This week, as I was reviewing all of the archived comments, one theme jumped out at me… and it was earwires!<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

I love the look of “special” earwires. Handmade ones show that you really care about the design of your jewelry; they also make earrings much more interesting! This can also be a money-saver (depending on what you normally use.).<\/span> ~Phaedrakat<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Yes.. Yes.. Yes.. please Cindy make a video tutorial. I just spent more money at Michael’s last night buying earwires as I have lots of beads and clay ideas to make earrings with. I have enjoyed starting to make my own findings to match my clay treasures, it makes the whole process complete.<\/span> ~Sam-M<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Learning the wire work for me has become a natural extension of what I do with polymer clay. Unique findings like the ones you create, Cindy, accent the beauty of the beads. Just think how different these beads would look with plain ole store bought (and probably expensive) findings.<\/span> ~Elizabeth-S<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Would love to learn how to make the wires for earrings. Another way to make the earrings all mine. I have always bought the earring wires, so yes please put this on your list of to do items. <\/span> ~Peggy-B<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Love your earrings. I began making earrings last summer and right away got into simple wire projects, so I’m torn about using video time to make earwires. Selfishly I feel, been there, done that – they’re easy to learn on your own. But the unselfish part of me thinks you should if others want to see it because it is so easy and everyone should be able to make them if they wish. It’s really nice not to have to depend on what the stores sell.<\/span> ~Rose-M<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I’m with Rose. Ear wires are easy to do, but you may have a special twist that I don’t use. I love the look of your copper findings.<\/span> ~Freda-K<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

As an experienced wire artist I am always interested in Cindy’s presentations. She does a wonderful (and valuable) job of teaching and demonstrating. I look forward to her great earwire tutorials!<\/span> ~Carolyn-F<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I found a catalog and started making my own earwires from it this past week. But, Your tip, Cindy, to use a permanent marker is great. I kept wondering how in the world did they get so round, Just the simplest things.<\/span> ~Brenda-M<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Thank you Cindy for your earwire tutorials. <\/span> ~Corinne-L<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Yes! I would love to learn to make my own earwires. <\/span> ~Sherry-L<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I like the idea of making my own earwires, and vote yes for making different styles of earwires too. <\/span> ~Lisa-W<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

So…<\/em> coming up tomorrow (Friday, December 23, 2011) <\/span>in the Vol-043-4 members video at the Polymer Clay Tutor Library<\/a>, I’m going to teach you how to make your own handmade Fancy Rose Earwires to compliment your next earring project.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Please Note:<\/strong><\/span> A general prerequisite for all of my weekly tutorials is that you have a good understanding of the polymer clay basics, including: conditioning clay, using a pasta machine, clay blade and other simple tools, making Skinner Blends or Teardrop Blends, baking clay, as well as sanding and finishing. If you need help in these areas, my Polymer Clay Beginners Course<\/a> will get you up to speed quickly. There is also plenty of free information on this blog. Use the search box at the top of the page to find articles on specific topics.<\/span><\/p>\n

Supplies & Tools: Video-043-4 Fancy Rose Ear Wires:<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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  • 20 gauge wire. You will need 1 foot per pair of earrings in any wire or your choice. Make sure to use a lead free wire that is safe for putting in your ears. Good choices are Gold, Gold Filled, Silver, Silver Filled, Niobium, Bronze, Copper or high quality Enamel Coated Wire.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Flush Cutters (Jewelry Grade).<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Round Nose Pliers (Jewelry Grade).<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Chain Nose Pliers, Flat Nose Pliers or Nylon Pliers (Jewelry Grade).<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Ruler.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Wire Rounder, Cup Burr, Metal Jewelry File or Nail File.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sharpie Pen (large or small), or other round object for forming the earwire.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The full version of the Vol-043-4 Fancy Rose Earwire <\/em>video will be posted in the Polymer Clay Members Library on Friday December 23, 2011.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Here’s a sneak peak…<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n