[Jewelry making - Article 00361] - Re: [Orchid] [Source] Earring Findings, non pierced

[Judy Willingham]

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Hi Judy,

    I'm revealing my age here, but I think you are describing "chicken
    earrings"; so named for those too chicken to get their ears pierced.
    :-) I used to make them as well before I got brave enough to be
    pierced! Instead of the coils connected by a "U"-shaped wire, I
    melted scrap silver into 5 - 6 mm balls and plunged the wire ends
    into the molten balls, then shaped the "U." Tension holds them in
    place. If a stud look is desired, solder an inch long wire to the
    back of a decorative design, stone head, etc. Put the ball on the
    other end, shape and work harden the "U" - voila' ! 

    Judy in Kansas, who has refilled the bird feeders and water dish
    more frequently with the cold temps and snow cover. Beautiful, but
    makes life more difficult for our feathered friends.

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