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Re-Do Bird's Nest Earrings & Pendant Tutorial

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Twist 24 gauge, thin craft wire around beads to create a bird's nest pendant and pair of earrings. Pick birthstones to enhance and make your nest a personalized Mother's gift. Increase the gauge of the wire for a heavier look to use as an ornament or present topper. Technique learned: Wire Working

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Re-Do Bird's Nest Earrings & Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstones - Blue Banded Agate Round Beads 6mm, 6 Beads
  • Potomax Jeweler's Wire 24 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Copper, 6 Feet
  • Earwires With Balls - Premium Antique Copper Plating 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    1. Cut a 3 foot piece of 24 gauge Potomac Craft Wire and add on your 3-4 beads in 6mm or 8mm. 2. Create a triangle with your beads by twisted the wire together and then wrap the remaining wire around the outside of the beads. Continue to watch the Bird's Nest Earring video to see the exact amount of wire to leave on each end of the initial triangle. 3. When you have 1 inch of wire remaining, simply curl the ends around the short wire at the top. Make a coiled eye pin at the top of the pendant/earring to create a bail. Add an ear wire to the loop or a leather-finished necklace.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
    • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 20 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Premium Gold Plated 18 Feet

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Re-Do Bird's Nest Earrings & Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Twist 24 gauge, thin craft wire around beads to create a bird's nest pendant and pair of earrings. Pick birthstones to enhance and make your nest a personalized Mother's gift. Increase the gauge of the wire for a heavier look to use as an ornament or present topper. Technique learned: Wire Working

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstones - Blue Banded Agate Round Beads 6mm, 6 Beads
  • Potomax Jeweler's Wire 24 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Copper, 6 Feet
  • Earwires With Balls - Premium Antique Copper Plating 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    1. Cut a 3 foot piece of 24 gauge Potomac Craft Wire and add on your 3-4 beads in 6mm or 8mm. 2. Create a triangle with your beads by twisted the wire together and then wrap the remaining wire around the outside of the beads. Continue to watch the Bird's Nest Earring video to see the exact amount of wire to leave on each end of the initial triangle. 3. When you have 1 inch of wire remaining, simply curl the ends around the short wire at the top. Make a coiled eye pin at the top of the pendant/earring to create a bail. Add an ear wire to the loop or a leather-finished necklace.