Combining Tutorials

by Judy Larson
These cute snowflake earrings were made using a combination of the leftover Argentium 24-gauge scrap sheet from one of the Snowflake Christmas Ornaments from 2022 and the Negative Space tropical leaf earring tutorial. They are a good reason to never throw away scrap, and to always be thinking ahead - which I almost never do - lol!
Instructions
That sounds like a great way to personalize gifts for your grandchildren! And nice save on the last six snowflakes planning ahead definitely helps, but sometimes the little mishaps lead to creative solutions.

The combination of the 24-gauge outlines with the textured 26-gauge background and jump rings sounds like it would give the earrings nice depth and detail. Do you add any patina or polish to the texture to make the snowflakes pop? Also, do you finish them with ear wires or posts? Would love to hear how you finalize the look!
Judy Larson's Combining Tutorials - , General Education, , I needed nine snowflakes for the design
Judy Larson's Combining Tutorials - , General Education, , cutting out the first three snowflakes
Judy Larson's Combining Tutorials - , General Education, ,  cutting the 24-gauge outlines apart
Absolutely that subtle border left around the snowflake shapes really helps define the design while keeping a delicate look. And I totally agree about patina! It's amazing how a little darkening can bring out all those intricate details, especially on something as naturally flat as a snowflake.

Doming them a bit sounds like a brilliant move it adds that extra dimension and really plays with light and shadow to showcase the pattern. Did you dome them before or after applying patina? And what kind of patina did you use liver of sulfur or something else?

Also, I love that you check with the recipient before adding patina it's such a thoughtful touch! How did your friend like the finished earrings?
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Judy Larson's Combining Tutorials - , General Education, , Filing and refining the edge and a quick tumble were all that was needed

Materials

24 Gauge Dead Soft Argentium Silver Sheet - 6 Inches
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26 Gauge Dead Soft Argentium Silver Sheet - 6 Inches
H19-26SM6
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6mm Round Sterling Silver Snapset for Faceted Gemstone - Pack of 2
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Sterling Silver Jump Ring Open (.025) 22ga. (OD) 4mm (ID) 2.68mm - Pack of 10
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Tools

Basic Sawing Kit
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  • Category: General Education
  • Technique(s): General Education