Who knew facets and prongs would make such a great combination. Some may even say . . . they complement each other just like peanut butter and jelly. Use those faceted beads you found lying around the house and get to work wrapping those beads into a trendy set of earrings. You can also add a pearl for a beautiful embellishment!
Required Materials: (a) 22-gauge square half hard wire, 23" (b) 24-gauge square half hard wire, 12" (c) 21-gauge half round wire, 34" (d) 14mm x 18mm rectangular faceted beads, 2 (e) 4mm Swarovski™ or natural pearls, 2.
Tools Needed: Flat nose pliers, chain nose pliers, round nose pliers, flush cutters, ruler, and an ultra-fine Sharpie.
Originally Published: Step by Step Wire Jewelry, June/July 2010