There's nothing like adding a touch of sparkle to your outfits by creating a unique pair of DIY earrings with PureCrystal cabochons. PureCrystal cabochons are high-quality crystals made in Europe. They're ideal for designing DIY costume jewelry that's both sparkling and chic. It's the perfect opportunity to create your own jewelry worthy of your favorite brands, but at a lower cost and with your favorite colors!
Green is in the spotlight this year, and we present the shade Pine Green. This elegant green is reminiscent of nature and goes perfectly with cooler days, adding a refined touch to your outfits.
Two other irresistible shades are also on offer: Crystal Mango, a warm, vibrant shade reminiscent of the last glimmers of Indian summer, and Crystal Orchid, a soft, sophisticated violet. These shades can personalize and transform even the simplest outfits: white blouses, mohair sweaters or little autumn dresses...
The cabochons are attached to the earrings in two ways: the drops are glued into specific settings, while the studs themselves are claw-set. To close the prongs, you'll need flat-nose pliers, which can be simple or nylon-tipped. Nylon-tipped pliers allow you to close the prongs without scratching the cabochon.
In this tutorial, I'll take you through the simple step-by-step process of making these crystal earrings. The only technique you'll need to master is how to open and close the rings. Indeed, the most common mistake made by beginners in jewelry-making is to spread the rings instead of rotating the ends, which has the effect of deforming the rings. Follow our video on this technique to perfect the opening and closing of jewelry rings.
The drop-shaped cabochons will be glued into pendant settings with jewelry glue.
Place the smallest cabochons in the earring claw crimps, holding the cabochon firmly under your thumb and leaving only the claw you wish to flatten visible. Take a fine pair of flat-nosed pliers and press gently on the prong. Don't let the pliers slip, or your cabochon will be scratched, so remember to protect its surface.
Open a ring and slide in the stud earring, pendant and gold leaf, then close the ring.
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