DIY everything for earrings. DIY earrings

Do you like exclusive jewelry? Do you consider yourself a creative person?! Try to make original earrings with your own hands using various handicraft techniques! This amazing activity is so captivating that, before you even have time to rejoice at the new man-made masterpiece, another grandiose project is already brewing in your head. To get started, we offer you several interesting master classes and video lessons with step-by-step instructions, with the help of which you can make dozens of handmade earrings. Our ideas will be useful not only for beginners, but also for experienced craftswomen who have experienced a creative crisis. We hope we can inspire you and direct your thoughts in a creative direction.

Fantasy spider web earrings

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Let's make earrings from ready-made accessories

Homemade earrings using the ganutel technique

You can make these amazing earrings with your own hands literally out of nothing. With minimal costs, the end result will exceed all your expectations! The ganutel technique is an ancient type of Maltese needlework, preserved to this day in the monasteries of the Mediterranean, where nuns use thin spiral wire, silk threads, beads, pearls and beads to create elegant, outlandish flowers of unearthly beauty to decorate the altar.

The term “ganutel” apparently comes from the words “canutillo” (Spanish) and “canutiglia” (Italian), which in medieval Europe referred to a wire made of gold or silver twisted into a spiral. In Russian, this word has apparently turned into “gimp”. The ganutel technique is quite easy to learn. All you need to create your own masterpieces is perseverance and accuracy.

We will need:

thick and thin wire
iris knitting threads or silk threads for embroidery in different colors
wire cutters
scissors
ruler
ear wires
wire winder (we'll try to replace it with improvised means)
beads (optional)

Earrings using the ganutel technique step by step

Step 1: Making the base springs

Using wire cutters, cut off the required length of thick wire and carefully wind a thin wire onto it in a spiral. To speed up the process and give the product a professional look, you can use a wire winder. If we can’t get one, we’ll make a homemade one from a Kinder Surprise egg and a knitting needle with a curved end. The thickness of the knitting needle should be 2 mm. We pierce the egg right through with a knitting needle.

We take our winder in our left hand and thread the end of the wire into the ring of the knitting needle, as shown in the photo.

We fix the end of the wire on the ring and turn it several times so that the wire holds tightly and does not fly off during winding. The egg will act as a stopper. We wind the wire, pressing it tightly with your hand to the egg.

We wind the wire, pressing it tightly with your hand to the egg.

The length of the wrap depends on the size of the earrings. When you are satisfied with the length of the spiral, bite off the wire with wire cutters, leaving a small tip.

Step 2: Stretch the springs

We remove the resulting spiral from the knitting needle and stretch it a little, like a spring. Ideally, equal spaces should form between the curls, equal to the thickness of the thread.

We will no longer need the ends of the wire, so we can safely bite them off.

Step 3: Making the Frame

In order for our earrings to keep their shape well and not flatten, it is necessary to insert a frame wire inside the spiral, which should be slightly thicker than the wound wire.

Step 4: Create a Form

We decide on the shape of our earrings. The first thing that comes to mind is a circle. Why not?! After all, round earrings always look impressive. If desired, the base spring can be given a wide variety of shapes: oval, droplet, petal, heart, diamond, triangle. When you get a little more skilled, be sure to try making earrings using the ganutel technique in the shape of a peacock feather. We create a loop and twist the ends of the wire at the very base.

Step 4: Wrap thread around the base

Now we proceed to the most interesting stage of the work - winding the frame with threads. The color scheme is selected individually solely according to your taste and color. To create interesting bindings, you can wrap the warp in different directions, alternating threads of different colors. One turn of the wire spiral is one step. The simplest ways to wind thread on a wire frame, which are perfect for first experiments:

parallel winding

and winding “from the middle”

In just 5-10 minutes you will see the result of your work. Perhaps it will be something like this:

Finished earrings can be additionally decorated with beads, rhinestones, sparkles, and feathers. And, of course, don’t forget to attach earrings so that all this beauty can be worn.

It is unlikely that you will be able to stop at one model, and soon you will have your own collection of homemade earrings using the ganutel technique. Original handmade earrings are also an excellent gift. In addition to earrings, you can make a cute pendant using the same technique. Happy creativity!

How to make original earrings from paper clips

Such a luxury as ordinary paper clips can probably be found in any home. Sleight of hand and a little imagination will help you turn a couple of banal paper clips into an exclusive decoration. To make original and stylish triangular earrings, we will need threads, scissors, epoxy glue, hot glue or Moment Crystal glue, earrings and actual metal clips. The technology for creating hand-clip jewelry with your own hands is outrageously simple. By varying the color of the thread and the weaving method, you can create an exclusive pair of earrings to match any outfit. This is not sold in stores, so you can rest assured that your creation is unique. And you won’t have to be upset if you lose a paperclip earring, because you can always make a duplicate in a matter of minutes.

We take the most ordinary paper clip and, with the help of a couple of simple manipulations, turn it into a triangle. The illustration shows the disconnect points. In principle, if you wish, you can try to give the paper clip any other shape, for example, a heart, but the easiest and most organic way is to transform the paper clip into a triangle. To ensure that there are no gaps in the base, we fasten the edges of the triangle with epoxy or hot glue.

Using hot glue or Moment Crystal glue, glue the thread to the paper clip. After 10-15 minutes, when the glue has dried, we wrap the thread around the paperclip, and then wrap the triangle in any convenient way, purposefully or randomly forming an earring ornament. We also fix the end of the thread with glue.

We attach the earrings and our masterpiece is ready to be tried on! Horizontal stripes are perfect for a neat, classic look. Fantasy meshes will also look impressive. If you pre-string small beads or beads onto a thread, your collection of handmade jewelry will be replenished with a pair of glamorous pendants. By experimenting with colors and the method of winding threads on a triangle base, you can make original sets of pendants in various styles, ranging from classic and ethno to avant-garde. Triangular earrings made from paper clips are a great accessory for boho clothes!

DIY earring ideas

Fantasy spider web earrings

Elegant and sexy, hoop earrings almost never go out of style. And if they leave the fashionable Olympus for some time, it is only in order to return even more spectacularly. Large hoop earrings, called congo, apparently got their name from the country of the same name, whose residents obviously love to decorate themselves with these colorful accessories. And they do it right! Hoop earrings are a universal accessory that will suit any face shape and any hairstyle, be it playful curls, glamorous curls, a strict bun on top or a ponytail. Either way it will be very sexy.

If you approach the matter creatively, ordinary ring-shaped earrings can be decorated in a very unusual way. One of the most beautiful ways is to crochet openwork webs on rings. To make original spider web earrings with your own hands, you don’t have to be an experienced knitter. It is enough to have basic crocheting skills.

To work, we will need a round base for earrings or familiar old ring-shaped earrings that could use a creative upgrade, iris or Maxi threads, and a 0.5-0.75 hook. For glamorous decor, beads and beads can be useful.

We tie the base for the earrings with a single crochet. We knit the second row in the same way with a single crochet. Well, then everything depends solely on your imagination and desire. You can knit a neat openwork mesh (1st/n, 2 in/p), or deliberately rough large-format holes ((1st/n, 5 in/p). Don’t forget to reduce each subsequent row by 1-2 arches. We finish knitting connecting columns. We cut off the end of the thread and hide it in the knitting. In general, be creative! Vary the color of the threads and patterns, and you will always look original and stylish!

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Video tutorial: how to crochet simple earrings

Video tutorial: beaded earrings “Red Phoenix”

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Earrings “Birds of Paradise” using kanzashi technique

Luxurious earrings made of natural peacock feather

Spectacular earrings using the ganutel technique

Earrings “Molecules”: to make these elegant earrings you will need 24 medium-sized pearl beads, fishing line and a special base for earrings

Earrings “Molecules”: sequence of connecting beads

Earrings “Molecules”: how to attach earrings and hide unnecessary elements

Transparent pearl earrings made from a plastic bottle

Let's make earrings from ready-made accessories

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Homemade earrings using the ganutel technique

We will need:

thick and thin wire
iris knitting threads or silk threads for embroidery in different colors
wire cutters
scissors
ruler
ear wires
wire winder (we'll try to replace it with improvised means)
beads (optional)

Earrings using the ganutel technique step by step

Step 1: Making the base springs

We take our winder in our left hand and thread the end of the wire into the ring of the knitting needle, as shown in the photo.

We wind the wire, pressing it tightly with your hand to the egg.

The length of the wrap depends on the size of the earrings. When you are satisfied with the length of the spiral, bite off the wire with wire cutters, leaving a small tip.

Step 2: Stretch the springs

We remove the resulting spiral from the knitting needle and stretch it a little, like a spring. Ideally, equal spaces should form between the curls, equal to the thickness of the thread.

We will no longer need the ends of the wire, so we can safely bite them off.

Step 3: Making the Frame

In order for our earrings to keep their shape well and not flatten, it is necessary to insert a frame wire inside the spiral, which should be slightly thicker than the wound wire.

Step 4: Create a Form

Step 4: Wrap thread around the base

parallel winding

and winding “from the middle”

In just 5-10 minutes you will see the result of your work. Perhaps it will be something like this:

Finished earrings can be additionally decorated with beads, rhinestones, sparkles, and feathers. And, of course, don’t forget to attach earrings so that all this beauty can be worn.

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How to make original earrings from paper clips

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DIY earring ideas

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Fantasy spider web earrings

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Video tutorial: how to crochet simple earrings

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Video tutorial: beaded earrings “Red Phoenix”

One day, while flipping through a magazine, I came across a photo of actress Scarlett Johansen wearing homemade earrings in her ears. I wanted to repeat them and present a master class:

Having closely examined the photograph, it became clear that the silver beads were wire twisted into a “ball”.

For these earrings you will need the following tools: Ruler, round nose pliers, side cutters, duckbills, needle files and 2 pliers.

Wire thickness 1.0 cm, 0.8 cm, 0.6 cm.

Not too large chain, four drop-shaped blue glass beads, 4 drop-shaped pendants.

Additional tools of different diameters.

For earrings, cut 2 pieces of 8 cm long from the 1.0 mm wire using side cutters.

Use a file to process the ends so as not to scratch your ears.

Use the round nose pliers to make a loop.

Holding the loop, bend the wire using the “platypus” method.

Make two identical spirals. The tails are 4.5 cm.

And use pliers to bend the ends a little.

We got these bows or earrings.

Cut 15 cm of wire 0.6 cm thick. Wind it onto a stick or toothpick.

Unwind the spiral.

And form a ball from such twisted wire so that it does not fall apart; pass the free end through the future bead several times.

Use pliers to trim so that the bead is round.

If there is no wire, you can use silver beads with a diameter of 0.8 cm.

There are 6 beads wound on, which is exactly how many you will need for the earrings.

Let's make a ring on which the glass bead and pendant will hang. Cut 12 cm of wire 0.8 cm thick. Wrap it around a round object (here a bottle of mascara) with a diameter of more than 1.0 cm. Leave one end longer.

Thread a bead and a pendant into the resulting ring. Hold the long end of the wire with pliers, wrap the short end 2-3 times, cut off the excess.

Place a ball of bead on the rod. Using pliers.

This is what should happen. Let's call this a block.

Make 4 of these blocks...

Attach oval rings to the earrings by threading them through the center.

Disconnect 12 links from the chain. Attach the fifth link to the shvenza ring. Attach wire beads to the ends of the chain, loosening the links. Attach another piece of 4 links to the bead on a short chain. And now, by unbending the links, attach a block to the free ends of the chains.

The earrings from the photo are ready, all that remains is to put them on in a worthy manner.

I decided not to stop there and made it with green drops.

This is an option with ready-made beads.

And an evening option.

Rich results from the master class: how to make earrings with your own hands. I called the collection of earrings “Scarlett”.

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Spectacular earrings became popular with the spread of Art Deco style in clothing and interior design in the first half of the 20th century, which strives for clear and concise lines, simplicity of execution and bright color shades.

Tassel earrings continue to be a trend in fashion shows; when chosen correctly, they allow you to create a unique look and give a special charm to their owner. Stylish and fashionable jewelry is easy to make with your own hands. Accessories, necessary materials and special tools for the job can be purchased at any sewing store.

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How to make tassel earrings with your own hands: master class

The basis of the decoration is the earring to which the pendant is attached. As a rule, earrings have decorative elements and a long tassel, for which different materials are selected - beads, beads, rhinestones, semi-precious stones, threads and leather.

The earrings are attached to a loop, which is held in the lobe due to its curved shape and due to its own weight. For light models, clips in the form of studs (studs) are provided. Expensive gold items are fastened using an English clasp; it is the most reliable and safe.

Tassels can be of different lengths - reaching up to the shoulders or even lower. They usually don't come in small sizes. The design of the jewelry takes the form of a lush bundle of threads, a composition of several tassels or beaded threads. The elongated shape of accessories can visually lengthen the neck line and correct an oval or square face.

Material requirements

To make the product look beautiful, you need to choose the right threads for the tassels. First of all, they must be bright, durable, have a soft shine, and keep their shape when finished.

Earrings are the main part of earrings; with their help, the accessory is inserted into the ears, so you need to take the material from which they are made very seriously. Ear wires made of medical steel, silver or copper are best suited. Nickel and cobalt alloys can be hazardous to health.

The wires differ in design:

hooks— they are a curved wire, held by the weight of the earring;
loops– have a round or oval shape, equipped with a lock;
carnations– fixed at the back, the base is decorated with rhinestones or decorative elements;
clips– you don’t need to pierce your ears to secure it.

DIY thread tassel earrings: master class

First way

The simplest decoration option can be made from silk threads.

The following materials are required for work:

scissors;
silk threads of different shades;
accessories - beads, hooks for earrings, hat;
pliers, wire cutters;
transparent glue moment;
thin wire.

Silk threads are cut into 20 cm pieces and folded in half. The prepared sections are fixed in the center, tied with thread and the excess ends are cut off. The wire is threaded through the cap, its inner part is lubricated with glue and the head of the brush is secured. The bead is strung on a wire, the end of which is bent into a small hook using pliers. Excess parts of the wire are removed with wire cutters. The hook for the earring, in turn, is hung on the hook from the cup. The tassel fringe is trimmed and the product is ready.

Second way

To make a tassel, you will need a piece of cardboard with a side of 10 cm, on which silk or any other thread is wound. Approximately 200 revolutions are made, after which the thread is cut.

A floss thread 15 cm long is passed under the wound threads, pulled together and tied in a double knot, on the other side of the cardboard the bundle is carefully cut with scissors.

The next stage is the formation of the brush. Stepping back about 0.5 cm from the knot, wrap the top of the tassel with floss. After several turns, a knot is made and the thread is cut. Glue is applied to the winding and a rhinestone ribbon is secured on top in two turns.

Decorative insert. A jewelry pin is threaded onto the bead, the tip of which is bent at a right angle. Using pliers, the rod is folded into a loop, and the excess part of the pin is removed with wire cutters. The insert with the bead is attached to the tassel by the loop and the earring is put on. You can make the earrings more decorative by tinting the thread fringe black with an alcohol marker. To do this, press the brushes tightly with a ruler and, stepping back about 4 cm from the end, paint the fibers of the threads on both sides.

Master class on making jewelry from cord

Necessary materials:

thin orange cord;
golden cord;
accessories – rings, earrings;
scissors;
glue moment.

The orange cord is cut into pieces of 10 pieces, 18 cm long. The prepared cords are threaded into a ring, to which the hook is attached.

The formed tassel in the upper part is wrapped with a gold cord, at a distance of 8 mm. The end of the cord is fixed with glue.

Finished products must be trimmed with scissors so that the length of the threads is the same.

Bead brush earrings: master class

For work you will need the following materials:

beads, beads;
pin with ring;
decorative hat;
nylon thread 110 cm;
bead needle.

Take a special needle and string beads to a length of 5 cm. Pass the last bead and thread the thread through all the beads in reverse order. The resulting thread for the brush is secured to the ring of the pin.

20 strands of beads are collected in this way and attached to a pin. A decorative cap is put on the resulting tassel. A bead is strung on top of the pin and the tip of the rod is bent into a ring using pliers. The earring is attached to the tassel, and the earring is ready.

Leather tassel earrings: master class

Materials and tools:

thin genuine leather;
cord end;
decorative elements;
accessories - ear wires;
glue;
disk knife;
ruler, scissors.

Cut out rectangular pieces of leather of the required size, cut them into thin noodles with a circular knife. You should leave 1.5-0.5 cm at the edge of the part, depending on the size of the brushes.

Roll the strip of skin cut into noodles into a tube and secure it in the cap with glue. A hook is attached to the finished brush. The earring can be decorated with any bead or decorative element made of beads.

What can you wear with tassel earrings?

Such accessories are more suitable for everyday clothes: sundresses, jeans, suede or leather jackets, shorts, etc. Jewelry looks good with retro-style suits, ethnic motifs or art deco. Clothing can be of a simple cut with complex draperies.

For the look you choose to be perfect, the shape of the jewelry must match the main lines of the clothing. For example, earrings with single tassels resemble a triangular shape, so an A-line silhouette would be more appropriate in an outfit. Chandelier earrings suggest full skirts, flared pants and peplums. The flat shape of the tassels in the decoration corresponds to the straight lines of the costume.

Almost every woman pays great attention to the details of her image, namely jewelry. The most popular element are earrings. If you want to add a certain amount of personality, make your own earrings. They will be a great gift for a friend or child. Almost nothing limits your imagination, and you can use absolutely any materials for your work. Most often, jewelry is made from beads, polymer clay, beads, etc.

Required materials and tools

In order to make your work easier, it is important to prepare the tools with which you will form your product. You will also definitely need various types of accessories. It can be purchased at almost any craft store. And of course, select the materials that will allow you to express your imagination.

Earrings can be made from:

In order to string beads or beads, stock up on wire. Use clamps and plugs to secure. A required element is hooks. Pay attention to their quality, because you will put them in your ears. You may also need metal rings and other fasteners for beads.

To make it easier to create earrings with your own hands, select the appropriate tools. These include various tweezers, stacks, scissors and pliers. A hot glue gun may also come in handy.

Beads

The simplest and most affordable option is to make your own beaded earrings. If the size of the product is supposed to be small, it will be enough to use leftover material, which is probably found in every home. You can create stunningly beautiful jewelry from beads, despite the fact that this material is one of the most affordable and easiest to work with.

Here are a few basic ideas for earrings:

Beads

You can very easily create earrings from beads with your own hands.

One pair may only need a few beads. These elements can be of different sizes, and they can additionally be combined with beads and other materials. Depending on the stylistic bias, it is fashionable to use different materials.

For example, plastic beads are more suitable for children's jewelry. For glamorous and elegant models, you need to take samples that imitate pearls and precious stones.

For ethnic motifs, it is worth looking for models of beads made of wood or openwork metal. For earrings with an unusual texture, you can make the details yourself from polymer clay, although it will be quite difficult to get the same dimensions.

They can be connected using fishing line, wire, ribbons and rings. You can even use crochet elements. In general, it all depends on your imagination.

Feathers

In order to make simple but very beautiful earrings, you can use feathers as the main decorative element. You can buy suitable ones at a handmade store, but you shouldn’t take ordinary bird feathers from the street, as you can catch a serious illness.

In order to make a decoration you need to use clips to fix the feather. As additional elements, you can use beads and beads, metal rings and blanks for earrings, or a simple chain. Using threads you can make a miniature dream catcher.

Ribbons

Satin ribbons and organza are very popular elements for homemade jewelry.

How to make earrings from them with your own hands? If you use the kanzashi technique, you can get by with just ribbons. However, most often they are combined with beads. The ribbon can serve as a fastening for elements or as a decorative detail, for example, a bow on top.

To prevent the edges from unraveling, be sure to burn the ribbon on fire. If you want to make a fringe out of it, then burn only one edge, and unravel the material from the second.

Lace

Earrings made of lace look very elegant and unusual. To make them yourself, you can buy a small piece of fabric or lace ribbon. This is the simplest option, but it can be a little expensive.

But all you need to do is select an element that is suitable in shape and size, cut it out of the overall composition and secure it to a hook using a metal ring.

To prevent the lace from looking lonely, you can decorate it with beads, small beads or adhesive rhinestones. At the same time, there is no need to be zealous so as not to turn a laconic decoration into a motley composition oversaturated with details.

You can also make earrings from handmade lace. To do this, you need to use weaving techniques, for example, macrame or tatting, etc. For work, take thin but strong threads. For convenience, draw a template on paper and place it on a pillow with needles, around which the lace element will weave.

Polymer clay

In order to make earrings from polymer clay directly with your own hands, you will need high-quality material. You can buy a set of polymer clay at a craft supply store. Depending on the manufacturer and composition, different samples of polymer clay may differ in price several times.

Working with it is no more difficult than with plasticine. First, knead the material well. In order to form earrings from polymer clay, you can give it the shape of a flower, ordinary beads, berries, and other figures. If you don’t know what to come up with, you can look at a ready-made idea. These earrings are sold among other jewelry. This is an excellent option for both children and youth, as well as adult women, because you can make anything out of plastic.

The finished dried product needs to be fired, for example, in the oven. In order to fix the hooks, you can insert the wire into the wet clay or make holes in it, into which, after firing, you will insert the fasteners.

Cold porcelain

You can also try making earrings with your own hands from a material similar to polymer clay samples - cold porcelain. The original material is sold in art stores, but it costs a lot, so most often its analogue is cooked at home. To do this, you need to mix PVA glue grade D (with plasticizers) and corn starch with soda in equal proportions.