Herringbone Earrings - Herringbone Wire Technique - Wire Earrings - Jewellery Making Tutorial

Herringbone Earrings - Herringbone Wire Technique - Jewellery Making Tutorial
In this tutorial, I will show you how to create these elegant earrings. Creating a herringbone wrap around a bead and then going on to form the ear wire and add a charm too. This technique is great for making connectors too.
Techniques used;
Herringbone
Creating a simple loop
Forming an ear wire
Materials used;
0.8mm silver-plated copper wire approximately 20cm per earring
0.4 mm silver-plated copper wire approximately 30cm per earring
Rose Quartz beads in 8mm and 6 mm rounds
Wire Gauge???
Yes! I mostly use UK terms, as I’m from the U.K 🇬🇧. I do try to include US Terms but in case I miss them here they are 😊 Thank you 😊
0.25mm - 30 AWG
0.4mm - 26 AWG
0.6mm - 22 AWG
0.8mm - 20 AWG
0.9mm - 19 AWG
1mm - 18 AWG
1.25mm - 16 AWG
1.5mm - 14 AWG
2mm - 12 AWG
Tools required;
Flush cutters
6 step bailing pliers
Chain-nose pliers or narrow flat-nose
Round nose pliers
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[@maryfelton1333]

OMG!!!!!!! I was so ready to give up on ever learning to make a pair of herringbone earrings after trying half a day with someone elses' instructions. I am so glad that I kept looking for another video. Yours is the easiest one I found.I want to start right now but I have an appt but as soon as I walk in the door I will be getting started. For my USA sisters the gauges are 20 gauge and 26 gauge. LET'S GET STARTED

[@jariech87]

Thank you for the info. I’m trying too.

[@loritipton5800]

I ABSOLUTELY HATE WHEN THEY JUST ACT LIKE ANYONE WILL UNDERSTAND HOW TO TURN THE INSTRUCTIONS INTO GAUGES !!! WHAT THE HELL IS THE A FOR ?? JUST MAKE IT EASIER FOR ALL AND LIST UT IN YOUR DIRECTIONS. I WENT TO CLICK ON THE INSTRUCTIONS THEN GOT BEYOND FRUSTRATED BECAUSE SHE LISTED ALL AND PUT AN A IN FRONT IF EACH ONE.... WTH DOES THAT MEAN ! NOW I DONT EVEN WANT TO SEE HER VIDEO . DAMM JUST LIST BOTH SO WE DON'T HAVE TO GO BACK AND FORTH LIKE A YO YO!

[@caMpBeIIA]

Definitely the easiest to understand video on the herringbone wrap. 🙏🏻

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

I appreciate that! Thank you ☺️

[@ClairePom1]

I have never attempted wire wrapping a herringbone design as it always looked too complicated. However, your tutorial is so easy to follow and you make it look so easy. I also love your calming voice as you patiently explain your technique. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge 💜

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

I’ll so pleased you enjoyed my tutorial, thank you very much for watching 😁

[@kimberlyduncan4124]

That was very easy to understand and turned out beautifully !!! 💙😇💙

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you so much for watching, glad you enjoyed the tutorial 😊

[@purplejanew]

Best herringbone tutorial ever!!

[@disneygal200016]

This actually looks like something I could do! Thank you. 😊

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

You’re welcome 😊

[@RainForestSoul]

For anyone reading this in January of 2023, the 0.8 gauge wire US equivalent is 20 gauge round. This video doesn’t mention a hardness and all I could find was a medium temper. This was an issue for me and I saw that someone else had asked this question in the comments. I hope this answer is helpful.

[@judybirch4766]

Like the way you made these going to be my first attempt thank you

[@lunak2394]

You have to be the best instructor that I have seen on KZbin. The instructions are so clear, your voice is lovely and the earrings are gorgeous. Thank you so much.

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you very much, that’s so kind 😊

[@conniecopenhaver120]

The Herringbone style is the most beautiful and elegant design ever, and it is my favorite one by far more than any other!!! And, you certainly make it such an easy pattern to follow and successfully accomplish Katie, thank you for that!!!🐟🐠❤

[@loridennis4683]

Great tutorial! Thank you for sharing! I will be trying this tomorrow

[@tonyacampbell2150]

Love these, just made them for a friend!

[@kathykampas9814]

I am so thrilled you choose to do this earring and it is something I have wanted to do. I now feel it's possible. Thank you.

[@myway2653]

Beautiful

[@donnar9864]

How beautiful, clear and concise..

[@simonettamarata1825]

Graziosissimo. Complimenti

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you very much 😁

[@barbaralyons7887]

❤These are so pretty👏🌸😊

[@brendaboles3875]

Beautifully done!😊

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@reginahanson2186]

I love those! Thank you ❤

[@valwhitney6661]

This is the most beautiful herringbone design I’ve seen! Thank you❤️ Val

[@marthaspetla7156]

Wonderful directions. Thank you.

[@eleanorrose6492]

Love your work katy x

[@SAstonFamily]

Gorgeous!! ~ Heather

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Glad you enjoyed the tutorial 😊

[@barbigriz]

I love this so much! Thank you for sharing! 😊❤

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you for watching, I also have this video using the same technique with tube shaped beads kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKasomR9fsh-i5o

[@llisamccabe1664]

Katie these are stunning! I can't wait to make these! And you are an excellent instructor.. very clear and very complete. Just beautiful 💜

[@Luis-dr2io]

Muy lindo!!! Gracias!

[@lindascrofano5120]

I have watched a number of herringbone tutorials and yours is the most understandable. I'm confident that I can create these based on this tutorial. Thank you!

[@sueellens]

Your instruction is so very clear. Thank you. These are beautiful earrings.

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Glad you like them!

[@eugeniaflores4611]

It’s sooo beautiful 😊❤

[@Aineb1039]

These have to be my favorite earrings of all earrings I have ever seen. I think they are so beautiful. I love them. You have exquisite taste.

[@valeriehutzell1166]

Thank you for this tutorial. I finally got it!

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Great 😁 that is for watching

[@lindasmith1015]

Great instructor and a beautiful earring! Thank you for explaining so well how to make this plus your up close demonstration was awesome. I’m going to make a pair!

[@RainForestSoul]

These are beautiful. I’m planning to get into jewelry making hopefully to make enough to afford a home which I do not currently have. I’ve just subscribed and liked this video. Thank you so much for demonstrating the herringbone technique.

[@annh3599]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[@katl1313]

Thank you, really clear tutorial

[@carlaschexnider5093]

Looks nice, I just hope I can do that.thanks for showing us.

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

You are so welcome

[@lizadundua6796]

Thank you so much for such a good tutorial, totally loving it xx

[@helenmarkwell183]

Thank you for sharing your video ❤

[@MeMe-fw8ij]

This is a gorgeous earring - I'm so glad I found this project.

[@KYATKAT]

these are stunning earrings. thank you :)

[@kiwirose935]

Earlier in the year I made some herringbone shungite earrings for my friend's birthday - she loves them so much she never takes them off. Now, thanks to your video, I've made her a new pair (for Xmas) as per yours - I think she's going to love them! Thank you so much - your explanations are clearer than any I've seen previously too. Think I'll make myself a pair today too - or remake my favourite ones into your herringbones. Just beautiful. 👌💕

[@linawidhy]

Thank you for a Clear explaination . I am beginner where still learn about size of wire etc. Your herringbone earring design is beautiful n easy to follow. I made one already n I love it. Thank you ❤️Warm regards from Taiwan 🇹🇼

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank very much for watching 😊

[@ginaskrobosinski49]

Best video ever on this 😮

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

That’s so kind, thank you very much 😊

[@rockymountainlady]

New subscriber here! Not only do I adore your work, but your voice is also very soothing and precise. I am hearing impaired, and my hearing aids don't respond to certain voice tones so it's going to be a pleasure...comfortable pleasure to learn from you. Glad youtube finally showed me your videos!

[@candicekramer2177]

Wonderful explanations

[@vickycobain1635]

Lovely clear demo.Will have to try this pretty design.

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you! 😊

[@melaniecharlton7121]

Beautiful💕

[@janetmurray8366]

Wow they look easy, watch this space, keep up your demo's Katie xx

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

I'm looking forward to seeing your earrings soon xx

[@LadyPthelakes]

Very beautiful design Thank You

[@janelockwood3726]

These look very effective thank you will be adding these to my collection xx

[@ashleycreations1976]

Wao so beautiful earrings ma'am 👌thank u so much for such a good tutorial 🙏 Love from 🇮🇳

[@evelynflores3137]

Nice earrings I like 👍😍

[@unknownangel3101]

Thank you so much, enjoyed your tutorial and subscribed! Anna UK. 👍👍👍❤️

[@sutela2060]

Wauw so beautiful 😍❤️ I have been so inspired by you, so I will start to try maling earrings and so🙏 thanks a lot

[@brendaowen06]

I will definitely try to make these a very good tutorial XX

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you xx

[@cherylharris2895]

Beautiful!!!

[@victoriablackwell1339]

I love it so much. Thank you for showing us how to do it. I am going to subscribe. 😁

[@veronnebuissereth5792]

Beautiful,thank you for sharing

[@kymtaute1018]

Wow you make it look so easy and neater than other herringbone style . I was pulling my hair out because all others a loop was bigger than the other or the twist was uneven.

[@MasterLeo-007]

nice and gourgeous

[@chocolatedeluxe75]

Lovely!

[@TGV570131]

Great content. So beautifully explained 👏❤

[@sagievy]

Beautiful earrings and excellent explanation! Thank you so much!

[@flyingsquirrel5213]

Such a beautiful pattern - eager to give it a try.

[@Fabstitching]

Amazing💕😍

[@globalfusion96]

lovely,thank you.

[@macsrock2010]

Pretty design.I like the closeups. Can really see what you are doing.

[@liliufreitaslopes6881]

Wonderful👏👏👏👏👏

[@jrbidwell6773]

You have very easy to follow videos. I'm making this one next. :)

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you very much for your lovely comment :)

[@sarahajslcksnqoxjbfoao]

Amazing!!! Super clear tutorial- thank you :)

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you 😊

[@isabelsilva1607]

😍 beautiful

[@EliasSantotocino]

Beautifullllll🎉

[@eleanorrose6492]

Hi Katy ur work is so nice ..when useing wire with tools ...how do I stop the pliers from marking my very thin wire plz thank you x I keep getting small dints in my wire love x

[@narsil8756]

Your tutorial is awesome 👍 But you should lock the focus of your camera 🙈😘

[@que2shing720]

pls let me know how long to be used for the 0.8 mm base wire, tks

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Approximately 15 cm of the 0.8mm wire. You could also use 0.9mm wire.

[@brendaowen06]

I really enjoyed the tutorial i have made something like these but a long time ago and without the extra bead top and bottom i will try my best to make these xxx

[@terraryzin975]

Love this! Great instructional video!

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Linda Wakeen thank you 😊

[@susanklein5249]

Thank you. I’ve been looking for a herringbone tutorial and yours is fantastic. What is the American equivalent for 0.8 and o.4?

[@sandrineblanchard4669]

merci pour votre tuto si bien expliqué. les boucles d oreilles sont élégantes j adore

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Thank you very much 😊

[@peggyhart5729]

I love this video! I am going to start today trying to make these gorgeous earrings. I am having trouble with understanding the measurements of the 20 gauge wire. I think the 26 gauge is 30 centimeters. Could somebody let me know the correct length of each wire?

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Details and wire conversions are in the details under the video. Thanks for watching 😊

[@peggyhart5729]

@@katieparkerjewellery7277 thank you Katie. I have that information and wrote it down. What I need to know is how long the wire is. I need to know length of the shorter wire and I think I heard 30 cm long on second wire. I love your work! I watch you everyday.

[@carilangley9824]

What does AWG mean in measurements please?

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

AWG stand for American Wire Gauge

[@napnaps7393]

Beautiful!!! But that blurring hurts my eyes 😂

[@dianepaige3880]

Question: 8mm wire converted into gauge is what gauge?

[@annettedue703]

Thank you for the tutorial, do you use half-hard wire for the base and soft wire for the wrapping? Best regards from Denmark

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Yes that will work fine

[@debbiebridges6350]

what is the length of the 0.8mm wire did you use?

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

About 15 to 18cm 😊

[@susan1948utube]

I love these earrings, but I can not understand what you are saying when you give the size of the wire to use. Could you answer in writing please?

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

Yes, I mostly use UK terms as I’m from the U.K. In my most recent videos I do try to include US Terms too. Here are all the conversions. Thank you 😊 0.25mm - 30 AWG 0.4mm - 26 AWG 0.6mm - 22 AWG 0.8mm - 20 AWG 0.9mm - 19 AWG 1mm - 18 AWG 1.25mm - 16 AWG 1.5mm - 14 AWG 2mm - 12 AWG

[@susan1948utube]

@@katieparkerjewellery7277 Sorry, but what are the 2 wire sizes for the Herring bone earrings?

[@katieparkerjewellery7277]

@@susan1948utube 0.4mm and 0.8 mm they are written in the description under the video

[@susan1948utube]

@@katieparkerjewellery7277 thanks, I looked but didn't see it there.

[@tawandaenigma372]

I have watched the same 4 seconds of video at least 50 times trying to figure out how this piece gets flipped around. 2:35 - 2:39. I am so lost and confused about she goes from bead on tail side, and on the left with working wire on the bottom to "what I want it to do is come from the top" ... She flips it around somehow and has the bead above the wrap, with the working wire "coming from the left, over the top of base wire and "from the top" to begin wrapping. I have wasted more wire trying to get this configuration and finally gave up assuming it must be error on my part or hers. It's a real shame because I love this earring but simply can't figure out that little flip around that happens at 2:37. : ( However many times I try and do it over and over again, I seem to have the exact opposite of what she has, but exactly the same every time.

[@nylabrookes]

Don't know if you figured this out but I see where the confusion would be. What she is saying is once you trace the wire along the bead wrap 2x. Then flip, trace the otherside of the bead again and cross the wire over the top of the base wire (3:45) mark. The wrapping wire should always go over the top of the base wire to wrap. DO NOT pull the wrapping wire under the base wire and wrap. Cross the wrapping wire over the top of the base wire and wrap next to the first wrap 2x flip and repeat. So just make sure you all ways place the wrapping wire crossing over the base wire when you flip. Trace the bead with the wire and repeat until you have 5 wraps. Hope this is helpful to you or someone else having the same question.

[@Galactic_Empire_Ruler]

I’ve tried making herringbone earrings several times and mine always look horrible 😂

[@z.startedafire]

i wish you could say inches, and gauges instead of mm :(

[@opinion297]

Earrings are beautiful You have a cliché problem with your videos. When you are doing a particular step your video gets blurry and we are unable to see what you did. This happens often.

[@sharonDnc]

Saying "9.8" instead of the guage is 😕

[@mawi1172]

Would it be so hard to just say the gauges? 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@1daizie]

Beautiful!! Thank you!!!

[@uyo-obongjoshua4806]

Beautiful