Black Walnut Shell Earrings

I like these because they have little faces.

Supplies

earring hook findings

jewelry wire .034"

black walnuts

Step 1: Split the Nut

Use a knife or chisel and a hammer.

Step 2: Dig Out the Meat and Wash the Shells

This can be a little tedious. I use a pick to fish the pieces out.

Step 3: Bandsaw the Back Off

Be careful doing this...Leave about ¼" thick.

Step 4: Sand the Back.

Just to clean up the saw marks.

Step 5: Drill a Tiny Hole

Ideally use a bit similar in size to your jewelry wire.

Step 6: Push in Some Wire

Then cut it off the roll leaving about an inch...

Step 7: Glue the Wire in the Hole

Use super glue and some accelerator.

Step 8: Bend the Wire Into a Loop

Using a round pliers bend half of the loop. Then cut off all but enough to finish the loop. Then finish the loop.

Step 9: Add the Earring Hook

It's best to use a hook that can close. These earrings are lightweight and can fall off easily without.

Step 10: Done.