What supplies did you use to make the earrings?
Bronze-colored metal "shells" from Michael's Crafts. Rhinestones and superglue from WalMart. I do not have a real bead store in my hometown.
What techniques did you use to make the earrings?
Simple: use round-nose pliers to slightly open loop of earwire and insert metal "shell"
(1)Choose a subject in which you are interested. For example, collecting seashells at the beach brings back great family memories. (2)Visit your local bead store and see what is available. I like to vist the clearence sale first. (3) Think about how you can make something something "different". Consider the "Altered Art" idea and how to can change the orignial or traditional idea or intended use for the finding.
Tips and Tricks
- use flat-nose pliers to hold rhinestones and
- use superglue to attach rhinestones to metal shells
What do you think make these earrings so special?
I have great memories of vacationing at the beach and collecting seashells.
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http://www.artfire.com/users/sandraoglethorpe
