Have you always wanted to wear earrings for a costume or for fun but have never pierced your ears? Fortunately, making fake earrings is easy: just learn the basics and you can create any type.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Making Fake Hoop Earrings
Step 1. Get a notepad with spiral metal rings
If you can't find one, get some 20-24 gauge wire in the color of your choice.
Step 2. Use wire cutters to cut off a spiral
If you want to make two earrings, cut another one, so in the end you will have one or two metal rings. Make sure you also remove the "hooked" part from the end of the ring.
- If you have decided to use wire, cut a piece of wire between 2, 5 and 5 cm long with a wire cutter and wrap it around a pen or marker to give it the correct shape.
- Do not use scissors, otherwise you will blunt the blades.
Step 3. Consider threading a bead through the thread
To make a prettier earring, add a smaller one on either side of the larger one.
If you want to make a pendant, you can recycle a pendant from a necklace or bracelet instead
Step 4. Use round nose pliers to fold each end of the wire inward
Tighten the end of the wire with the pliers and fold it inwards: in this way the earring will be "softer" and more comfortable to wear. In case you have added decorations, these rings will prevent them from slipping off.
Step 5. Reshape the earring, if necessary
Use your fingers or a pen to reshape the earring into a round shape, keeping a small space between the two folded ends.
Step 6. Put it on
Widen it until it passes through the earlobe, then gently close it again until it remains stationary.
Method 2 of 3: Making Magnetic Earrings
Step 1. Choose two small objects of the same size that have a flat back to use as earrings
You can opt for beads, buttons or even zircons; the important thing is that they are about the same size as your lobes and not too heavy.
If you choose to use coat buttons or rhinestone earrings, pry off the pin or stalk using wire cutters. If you are a child, ask an adult to help you with this step
Step 2. Choose four small, round-shaped magnets
Make sure they are the same size and slightly smaller than your piece of jewelry. If you can, use earring-specific magnets, which can be found in the haberdashery department of fine art stores. If you can't find them, you can use any small round magnet: the classic black ones are the least painful to wear, but they are not very resistant; the silver ones, the so-called “rare earths”, are more resistant but also more painful for some people.
If you have particularly sensitive ears, that's better Not use silver “rare earth” magnets: they are too strong and could pinch your ears.
Step 3. Smear glue on the back of two magnets, keeping the others aside
Step 4. Press the two decorative elements against the glue, flat side
Position them so that you don't see the magnet sticking out from underneath. Since the magnets are round, it does not matter whether the decorations are facing up or down.
Step 5. Wait for the glue to dry
It shouldn't take more than a few minutes, but it's best to refer to the directions on the container for more specific information. Make sure you keep the magnets away from each other, so that they do not attract and stick together.
Step 6. Put on the earrings
Take one and place it on the front of the earlobe, then take one of the magnets that were kept aside and place it behind the earlobe. If the two magnets do not attract each other, turn the rear magnet a little. Once they are attached, let go and adjust the other earring.
Check yourself in the mirror and make sure both earrings are facing the same direction before showing them off in public
Method 3 of 3: Making Clip Earrings
Step 1. Choose two similar items with a flat back to use as earrings
It can be beads, buttons or even zircons; the important thing is that they are about the size of your lobes and not too heavy.
If you choose to use coat buttons or rhinestone earrings, pry off the pin or stalk using wire cutters. If you are a child, ask an adult to help you with this step
Step 2. Choose a pair of ear clip fasteners
There are two types: thin, with a metal rod, and wider, with a spherical shape. The thin ones are probably more discreet to wear but a little more painful, while the wider ones are less annoying and easier to decorate.
Consider purchasing clip earring pads: you can arrange them on the back of the earring to make it less annoying to wear
Step 3. Smear all-over glue on the front of the clip closure, making sure to cover it evenly
Do not apply glue directly to the decorative elements.
Step 4. Press the decorative object against the glue, from the flat side, making sure it is positioned in the right direction
Step 5. Wait for the glue to dry
It shouldn't take more than a few minutes, depending on the type of glue: for more specific information about drying time, see the label on the package.
Step 6. Put on the earrings
Open them and place them on the lobe, then close them. When you remove them, do not pull, otherwise you may damage them, but open the back first, then remove them.
Advice
- You can find clip-on ear clips in the haberdashery sector of fine art stores.
- Prefer plastic beads and buttons rather than glass or metal ones - they are lighter and more comfortable to wear. Materials such as glass or metal can rub the earlobe.
- Make your decorations with polymer clay, bake them, then glue them to the magnet or clip closure.
- Make several earrings and give them to your friends or family.
- In case you can't find a clip closure, cut a small piece of straw and drill a hole in the middle - it will be perfect as a closure.
