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Cup Button Stud Earrings Tutorial

Create elegant stud earrings using cup buttons. These earrings are versatile, quick to make, and can be customized for various occasions. Use cup buttons, E6000 adhesive, post earring backs, bead caps, pearls, and a needle for excess glue removal. Learn how to attach the cup buttons to post backs, embellish with bead caps, and secure pearls for a polished look. Experiment with different cup button finishes, bead caps, and decorative additions for unique designs.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Cup Button Stud Earrings Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Cup Buttons - Jade Picasso, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Pad Posts for Earrings | 6mm, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Bead Caps Filigree Flower Design 5mm - Premium Antique Brass Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Freshwater Pearls A Grade Round 3-4mm White/Natural, 2 Pearls
  • E6000 Adhesive .18 Fl oz
  • Potomac Crystal Rose Montees - Crystal | SS12, 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather Materials: Cup buttons (2). Post earring backs (2). E6000 adhesive. Bead caps (2). Pearls or crystals (2). Needle or wire (for cleaning excess glue). Prepare the Post Back: Add a small dollop of E6000 adhesive to the flat pad of the earring post. Press the post firmly onto the back of the cup button and allow it to set for a few minutes. Apply Glue Inside the Cup Button: Use E6000 to coat the inside of the cup button lightly. Ensure the glue is evenly spread for secure attachment of the next components. Attach the Bead Cap: Insert the bead cap into the cup button, aligning it with the button’s curvature. Press gently to secure it in place. Add the Pearl or Crystal: Apply a small amount of glue inside the bead cap. Place a pearl or crystal on top of the glue and press lightly. Allow to Dry: Let the earrings sit upright to dry. Use a thread, counter gap, or any stable surface to ensure the earrings dry in place. Clean Excess Glue: Use a needle or wire to remove any visible glue from around the edges for a neat finish. Finalize the Design: Once dry, check the alignment of all components. Your Cup Button Stud Earrings are ready to wear or gift!

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Cup Button Stud Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Create elegant stud earrings using cup buttons. These earrings are versatile, quick to make, and can be customized for various occasions. Use cup buttons, E6000 adhesive, post earring backs, bead caps, pearls, and a needle for excess glue removal. Learn how to attach the cup buttons to post backs, embellish with bead caps, and secure pearls for a polished look. Experiment with different cup button finishes, bead caps, and decorative additions for unique designs.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Cup Buttons - Jade Picasso, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Pad Posts for Earrings | 6mm, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Bead Caps Filigree Flower Design 5mm - Premium Antique Brass Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Freshwater Pearls A Grade Round 3-4mm White/Natural, 2 Pearls
  • E6000 Adhesive .18 Fl oz
  • Potomac Crystal Rose Montees - Crystal | SS12, 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: Cup buttons (2). Post earring backs (2). E6000 adhesive. Bead caps (2). Pearls or crystals (2). Needle or wire (for cleaning excess glue). Prepare the Post Back: Add a small dollop of E6000 adhesive to the flat pad of the earring post. Press the post firmly onto the back of the cup button and allow it to set for a few minutes. Apply Glue Inside the Cup Button: Use E6000 to coat the inside of the cup button lightly. Ensure the glue is evenly spread for secure attachment of the next components. Attach the Bead Cap: Insert the bead cap into the cup button, aligning it with the button’s curvature. Press gently to secure it in place. Add the Pearl or Crystal: Apply a small amount of glue inside the bead cap. Place a pearl or crystal on top of the glue and press lightly. Allow to Dry: Let the earrings sit upright to dry. Use a thread, counter gap, or any stable surface to ensure the earrings dry in place. Clean Excess Glue: Use a needle or wire to remove any visible glue from around the edges for a neat finish. Finalize the Design: Once dry, check the alignment of all components. Your Cup Button Stud Earrings are ready to wear or gift!