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Mar 30, 2011

DIY Skull Fringe Earrings

Iosselliani Long Fringe Skull Earrings $198.  Sold out at most online retailers
I first spotted these amazing Iosselliani earrings in a Refinery29 post. I knew immediately I had to make them. Several months ago I bought two small skull charms. 
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Try as I might I just couldn't find a satisfactory way to incorporate them into a piece of jewelry. I even tried chain earrings, but didn't care for outcome. Little did I know it was because I was missing a large gem between the chain and the skull. Seriously, this makes all the difference. This DIY was super simple, quick, and cheap as I already had all the necessary pieces, minus the black chain. Since I used what I had my version is a little different. The stones are purple faceted oval cabs in brass oval settings, my tassels are shorter, and my chains don't have the ombre effect. I originally tried to create the look with spray paint but the paint wouldn't hold to the chain. Bust! For only spending $1 though I'm very happy with the outcome. 
Finished earrings
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4 comments:

  1. Nice work! BTW, enjoyed your comment about skirt length!

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  2. Thanks! They were fun to make.

    *Your blog is one of my daily must reads. I love all the mini history and pop culture lessons you include in your posts.

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  3. Anonymous4/02/2011

    Oh wow! Those earrings are so cool, they are definitely my taste, they are as edgy as they are lovely!

    Cess O. <3
    The Outfit Diaries

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  4. Got a question for you and am not finding your email. Can you email me? wbjewelry at hotmail dot com.

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