Raindrop Earrings

These wire Raindrop Earring are unique, customizable and easy to make.

Supplies

You will need:

∙ Craft wire - I used 18 gauge - anything over this will we too big for ear-piercings.

∙ Pliers - Flat nose, round nose and cutting pliers

∙ Nail varnish or Acrylic paint

Step 1: Measuring Your Wire

Cut around 5.5 cm of wire don't worry if you have too much you can always make adjustments

Step 2: Making Your Raindrop Shape

Use the round nose pliers to bend the end of your wire into a raindrop shape. You can make whatever size you want according to your preference as long you have at least 1cm of wire left over.

Step 3: Flattening

To make your shape nice and secure use the flat nose pliers to press the end of the wire to the end of the raindrop.

Step 4: Cutting the Ends

The end of the earring must be a certain length. Short enough so it doesn't poke your head and long enough so you can put the earring in without it falling out.

Step 5: Adding the Color

Now that the base is finished you can start to add the color. You can add whatever color you wish but I have decided to go with the original blue. Use some nail polish around the rim then inside to create a "bubble". Let the nail polish dry so the "bubble" doesn't pop.

Step 6: Paint

If you don't want to use nail polish, you can use paint. I used acrylic paint. Add some paint to a bowl and only a little bit of water so it remains thick. Dip the base into the mixture to create a "bubble". As with the nail polish, Let it dry so the "bubble" doesn't pop.

Step 7: Finishing

Done! After they have dried they are ready to use. Remember to clean the ends with rubbing alcohol so your ears stay safe.

Hope this helps,

Jasmin