Let me provide a guide to create these intricate wire-wrapped earrings with garnets

Let me provide a guide to create these intricate wire-wrapped earrings with garnets:

Materials Needed:

  1. Wire:
    • 20-gauge oxidized sterling silver wire for frames
    • 26-gauge silver wire for weaving
    • 28-gauge silver wire for fine detail work
  2. Stones:
    • Large faceted garnet drops (2)
    • Small faceted garnet beads (2)
    • Tiny coral or red agate beads (6)
  3. Findings:
    • Sterling silver ear wires
    • Small silver spacer beads
  4. Tools:
    • Round-nose pliers
    • Chain-nose pliers
    • Wire cutters
    • Nylon jaw pliers
    • File for wire ends

Step-by-Step Instructions: Step 1: Create Hoops

  1. Form circles:
    • Shape two matching circles with 20-gauge wire
    • Create small loops at top for connection
  2. Add structure:
    • Form inner scrollwork pattern
    • Create graduated coils

Step 2: Build Detail Work

  1. Add wire wrapping:
    • Weave fine wire around frame
    • Create tight coils on lower section
  2. Form decorative elements:
    • Shape small spiral details
    • Add connecting loops for stones

Step 3: Add Stones

  1. Set garnets:
    • Wire wrap large garnet drops
    • Position small coral beads
  2. Create connectors:
    • Wire wrap small garnets
    • Form matching dangles

Step 4: Final Assembly

  1. Attach findings:
    • Connect ear wires
    • Add spacer beads
  2. Finish details:
    • Check symmetry
    • Secure all stones

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