These wire earrings are actually the result of some experimentation gone wrong … but I can’t say that I am sorry because I love how they came out! I originally was experimenting with Tunisian crochet with wire but wasn’t liking how it was coming out, so I fastened off and just started fiddling with the piece I made. And when I rolled it up I really liked the look of it! So I sat back down and made these earrings, but this time I just stuck to basic crochet stitches.
Crochet Wire Teardrop Earrings
Here’s what you need:
- 30 gauge silver wire
- a pair of ear wires
- D hook
- 2 crimp beads
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this free pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
(Make 2)
Ch 16.
Row 1: Work 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn — 15 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as st), work 1 sc in each st across, turn — 15 sts.
Row 3: Repeat Row 2.
Fasten off leaving a tail of approx. 6 inches.
Now is the fun part! Roll the piece into a long skinny strip and then gently fold to make a tear drop shape. Use the tail to join the ends together. Add a crimp bead to the tail. Weave tail through the ear wire and back through the crimp bead. Flatten crimp bead to secure tail. Cut tail right after crimp bead or weave it into the earring.
I wish I could post a picture on this comment … I am so happy with this pair of earrings. Really quick and satisfying to throw together and the fine silver wire (0.99) I used, catches the light beautifully. Thank you so much for sharing. I used a 3mm hook (closest to D) and they turned out a bit shorter than what they appear in your photo, (but still beautiful), so will use 3.5mm or 4mm next time.
I meant to add that I am in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 😉… I wish I had seen the comment about using a draw plate before making them up, as this would have been a great idea – I got one when I was making Viking knit. I’ll just have to make some more 😁
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So adorable! I wish I knew how much fine silver wire to use though.so I could order the right amount. I suppose I could make them with copper first to determine how much to use since copper is less expensive. Thanks for sharing this beautiful pattern! 🙂
Should I buy dead soft or half hard wire? I love the earrings and think this would be a good project for me to try crochet wire.
You should work with dead soft wire because it will work harden as you crochet with it. If you start out with half hard wire, it can work harden even further and become too hard and brittle which can lead to breakage before your project is completed. Good luck! 🙂
I’d forgotten I was here a few years ago until I noticed my comment. I’d like to mention that I did make a pair using copper but I don’t know how much wire I used. I recently bought a set of Bead Smith draw plates and they made a HUGE difference in the appearance. It looked messy to begin with but after pulling it through the draw plate, the size was condensed and uniform. I added 2 beads and they are very beautiful now but, unfortunately, I need to make another pair in copper so I can pay attention to how much fine silver to buy because I really want to make a necklace to hang my enhancer on. I highly recommend using a draw plate. You will not be disappointed!
Adorable. I have been wanting to try wire crochet. I also want to try to add some small sparkly beads to the wire. Thanks for the great tutorial.
So happy you like it, Karen!
Gorgeous and Lovely! Thanks so much for linking up on Hookin On Hump Day!
Those are really cute! I seriously have to combine my two passions and do some wire crochet! Thanks for the inspiration!
It is so much fun!
Hello. I have been crocheting beaded bracelets for all of my granddaughters and I came across your lovely earring pattern. I have some wire that I just couldn’t figure out what to do with. You are a genius!!! Thanks for sharing all your lovely ideas and recipes with all of us. You are my favorite!!! Happy 4th of July!! Jeanine
My pleasure, Jeanine! I am so glad you enjoy it 🙂
Oh, my! I love these earrings. The drop shape make them look so elegant ♥ Ana BC
Thanks, Ana 🙂
OMG I LOVE these! I’m whipping some out this weekend too!
Your earrings are beautiful – they’re perfect to wear with any outfit. I love your crochet hook too. 🙂
Thanks, Debi!
Hi Kara, this earrings are so beautiful!
Hope you have a good week!
Hugs from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
http://www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com
You too, Ana!
I am making some this weekend!
I was looking for a simple pattern and size suggestion to try my hand at wire crochet. And your earrings are my style; I like the sparkle and seeming random curl and interweave of the wire. People will wonder how I tied all those intricate knots, and with wire.
So glad you want to give them a try! I absolutely love them and wear them so much. Enjoy!