Let me provide a guide to create these intricate wire-wrapped medallion earrings with larimar stones:
Materials Needed:
- Wire:
- 18-gauge sterling silver wire for frame
- 24-gauge silver wire for coiling
- 26-gauge silver wire for scrollwork
- Stones:
- Round larimar cabochons (2)
- Small silver beads for accents
- Findings:
- Heavy-duty leverback earring findings
- Jump rings for connections
- Tools:
- Round-nose pliers
- Chain-nose pliers
- Wire cutters
- Mandrel or dowel for coils
- File for wire ends
Step-by-Step Instructions: Step 1: Create Frame
- Form circles:
- Shape matching outer circles
- Create inner bezels for stones
- Add support:
- Create prong settings
- Form stable structure
Step 2: Add Coiled Elements
- Create texture:
- Wrap wire tightly around frame
- Form even coils around bezel
- Build depth:
- Layer coiled sections
- Create dimensional effect
Step 3: Create Scrollwork
- Form spirals:
- Shape matching scroll patterns
- Create symmetrical design
- Add details:
- Place silver bead accents
- Create balanced pattern
Step 4: Final Assembly
- Set stones:
- Secure larimar cabochons
- Check setting stability
- Finish earrings:
- Attach leverbacks
- Check symmetry of pair