The Celtic Cage design represents an original variation of the Helm weave in which a straight chain is joined in the round to resemble a Celtic knot. Once they are linked together, sterling jump rings and black onyx beads give these earrings a timeless appeal.
Required Materials: 18-gauge sterling (0.04", 1.024mm diameter) 6mm ID jump rings (48), 18-gaugeg sterling (0.04", 1.024mm diameter) 3.5mm ID jump rings (32), 22-gauge sterling (0.0254", 0.65mm diameter) 2mm ID jump rings (18), 8mm round black onyx beads (2). See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: Flat nose pliers, chain nose or bent nose pliers, scrap wire or twist tie, earwires (2). See project for complete list
Originally Published: Step By Step Wire JewelryApril/May 2010