A How-to: Wire-Wrapped Seed Bead Hoop Earring Tutorial

In this video, you'll learn how to wrap beads around a hoop earring finding using fine craft wire. To save some time, We only show how to wire-wrap 11 beads onto the hoop finding. But keep in mind, you can wire-wrap the beads completely around the hoop as well.
UPDATE: I mention in here to cut 8-12 inches of wire to begin. But if you want to wrap the entire hoop with beads, I recommend cutting 18-24 inches of wire, then scale back as needed.
The materials you'll need for this project include:
- 28ga Wire
- Headpins
- 4mm Jump Rings
- Seed Beads
- Focal Beads or Charms
- Hoop Findings
- Earring Hooks
The tools you'll need for this project include:
- Flush or Wire Cutters
- Chain Nose Pliers
- Round Nose Pliers
Visit our website at www.fireflycarrboro.com for more information!

[@LindaMadisonPR]

I am a newbie to the jewelry making world and I greatly appreciate this tutorial.

[@fireflycarrboro]

Beading is so much fun, endless possibilities - glad this helped! Happy Beading!

[@chachiej22]

It’s beautiful!

[@fireflycarrboro]

Thank you!

[@lifewithgrace508]

These are so cute. I just had to try and they are so cute

[@fireflycarrboro]

That's great! Thanks for sharing - Happy Beading!

[@marisolrivera-shore625]

Can you please show us how you make the hoop earing with the barrel knot? Loved the video🙂

[@marshajackson343]

What do you do if you don't have 28 gauge wire but you have 26 instead

[@angelahumphries4350]

Is there ANY way to open the hoop ear ring to actually bead the hoop?- I keep bending mine so badly trying to get them a part

[@fireflycarrboro]

Hi Angela!
On this particular hoop, there is no way to open it to string the beads on. However, you can find open hoops that you can easily thread beads on that you finish off using a simple pair of chain nose pliers. These types of hoops thread through your ear and then lock into place once on. You can also create your own hoops out of wire, and thread your beads on that way before finishing.
Unfortunately we do not sell the "openable" hoops on our website just yet. We do have them in-store if you're local. Or we can ship to you. I can send you a picture if you'd like through private message. Our store email is [e-mail]
Hope this info helps!

[@lindagatchell8079]

Hi, do those hoops open at the top so you can put a bead right onto the wire? Or are those wires closed & used just to bead around the outside of? TIA

[@fireflycarrboro]

These are just closed wires. But there are some that will open that you can physically string beads on. I don't sell them, unfortunately - but they do exist!