Want to make trendy ear rings from A to Z? Here's a tutorial on how to make your own earrings using different-sized, intertwined hoops.
There's nothing very complicated about creating these dangling earrings, you just need to know the brazing technique. In the video, I show you my tips for making the right gestures and soldering rings correctly.
The base of these earrings is made from ready-made, customizable hoop earrings available from Perles & Co. We simply add the closed rings we've soldered on top.
To find out the right length of wire to cut, multiply the diameter of the rings you want to make by the number PI, i.e. 3.14 + the diameter of the wire. For example, if you want to make a ring with a diameter of 18 mm, you'll need to calculate 18 mm x 3.14 + 2 = 58.5 mm. The length of wire to be shaped will therefore be 58.5 mm.
To make these multi-hoop earrings, I used 50 cm of silver wire (*not 1 m as mentioned in the video), which is more than enough to make the pair of earrings.
Please note, however, that if you're just starting out in traditional jewelry-making, I'd advise you to practice on affordable metals such as brass. Once you've mastered the technique, you can move on to more precious and expensive metals like925 silver.
When the earrings are finished, I've chosen to hammer the rings to achieve a nice finish, but you can also wear your earrings as they are.
Mastering jewelry-making techniques requires patience and practice. If you're just starting out, it's normal not to achieve a flawless soldering result the first time. Learning to create jewelry requires practice and practice. Don't get discouraged!
Finally, don't forget to wear gloves, a smock and a finger guard to protect yourself from overheating.
Cut the silver wire.
To find out the correct length of wire you need to cut to make the rings, multiply their diameter by the number PI, i.e. 3.14 + the diameter of the wire. For example, if you want to make a ring with a diameter of 18 mm, you'll need to calculate 18 mm x 3.14 + 2 = 58.5 mm. The length of wire to be shaped will therefore be 58.5 mm.
Stitch the wire back together so that it can be worked.
Then shape with a triboulet.
The two ends of the ring must be touching. If not, you'll need to file straight.
Cut small straws. Apply borax to the rings and place the small pebbles between the two ends you want to solder.
Heat the whole ring with a soft flame to start with, then concentrate on soldering. Reposition the small straw if it's out of place.
If there are burrs, remove them with the file. Finish with small brushes.
We'll now make the top ring: as before, cut the desired length of wire, anneal the metal and shape the ring.
Thread the three soldered rings into the top ring, then solder this ring as before.
The ring must be well rounded before you insert the three rings, as you won't be able to shape it later.
Put in the freezer.
Remove any burrs by grinding the ring. Polish before sliding onto the creole.
Your earring is finished!
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