DIY Ear Wires
Whether your style is boho-chic or totally elegant, these simple ear wires make it easy to DIY a look that’s all you. Check out this tutorial to make yours!
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Project Instructions
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Step 1
To make two ear wires at once, cut wire to about 4” and bend in half. Use chain nose pliers to pinch and flatten wire at bend. Tip: Keep wires as straight and neat as possible.
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Step 2
Use round nose pliers to form loop where halfway point is flat.
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Step 3
Use bail-making pliers to create curved shape of ear wire. Tail should barely extend past loop. Use flush cutters to trim excess length.
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Step 4
Use round nose pliers to give straight end of ear wire a slight bend.
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Step 5
Use flush cutters to cut the loop from step 3, creating two separate ear wires.
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Step 6
Use file to smooth down tips of ear wire. Tip: File gently in one direction only.
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Step 7
Place earring on small loop and close with round nose pliers.
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Items You Will Need
Quantities shown below are recommended
