In this video, I teach you how to easily make professional looking french ear wires from sterling silver wire. I am not an expert or a professional but love sharing my love of making with others.
Supplies needed for this project:
I am providing links to the products that you will need for this project. If you already have these items, great! If not, please consider purchasing them through my links as it can help me to fund future project tutorials! I receive a small cut if the orders linked from my site and I use that to purchase supplies that I will use in other tutorials.
Supplies:
- Measuring tool (ruler, etc.)
- Hot pickle solution (one cup vinegar, one cup water, 1 tsp salt in slow cooker on high)
- Bowl of water
- Flush Cutters – [Order]
- 20 gauge half hard silver wire – [Order]
- Rotating Annealing Pan – [Order]
- Micro Torch – [Order]
- Helping Hand tool – [Order]
- Small slow cooker (Once used for this, it will not be safe to use with food again) – [Order]
- Stainless steel shot – [Order]
- Rock Tumbler – [Order]
- Bail making Pliers – [Order]
- Round Nose Pliers – [Order]
- Copper Tongs – [Order]
Warning: This project can be unsafe. This is not an activity for a child and should only be done in a well ventilated space, free of any flammable objects. Please use all proper PPE and take care of yourself while making jewelry.