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Daily Wire Tip Feb. 7: Finishing Ear Wire Ends

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Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip for
February 7, 2011

Question:

I am just getting started and would like to make some earrings (I have plenty of wire). How do I finish off the ends, so you can insert the wire into the ear lobe? Do I file the ends? Thanks!

-Barbara in Richmond, Virginia

Answer:

Hi Barbara, congratulations on your new venture! Ear wires can be rounded by using a file, an emery board, or a cup burr. We have a helpful video tutorial here on the blog, where WS Faculty member Sonja Kiser demonstrates How to Remove Wire Burrs.

Answer contributed by Dale “Cougar” Armstrong

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