9. Get your ear hooks, wire, tools, and beads together to start assembling the earrings.
Metal Clay Star Gold Earrings
By Tammy Powley, About.com Guide
8. Use a burnishing brush and some water to clean up your stars. You'll be amazed how bright the gold is at this point. You really don't need to polish them unless you'd prefer a high shine versus more of a matte finish.
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