Create // Painted Diamond Earrings

creative index: painted clay earrings

It's been awhile since I've done anything crafty. I was feeling inspired this weekend and decided to step away from the computer for a little bit and make something fun. I dug out some polymer clay and made a super fun pair of earrings. I love simple, clean lines and geometric shapes and these painted diamond earring just might be a new favorite.

Wanna make your own? Here's the how to:

creative index: painted clay earrings

Supplies You'll Need:
Polymer Clay // Hook Earrings // Razor Blade // Needle Nose Pliers // Toothpick // Tape // Paint // Paint Brush

creative index: painted clay earrings

Here's What You Need To Do:
Roll out your clay nice and thin. // Cut out 2 diamond shapes. Mine are approx. 2.25"x1.75" // Use a toothpick and poke a hole in the top point of the diamond. // Place on a baking sheet (with some wax paper) and bake at 275 for about 25-30 minutes. //  When cool, tape off edges with tape and paint inside triangle (2-3 coats). // While paint is still wet, carefully peel off tape and let dry. // When paint is completely dry, fit the earring hooks through the holes and crimp shut.

creative index: painted clay earrings
creative index: painted clay earrings
creative index: painted clay earrings

That's it! Now you have a new, super fun pair of earrings! :)

UPDATE: If you want to see how they look on, check out this photo I snapped on Instagram!

Helpful Notes + Tips:
// Work on a clean surface! The clay will pick up any little pieces of dirt/dust/etc...
// Make sure your shape isn't too thick. The earring hooks/jump rings won't close around it.
// I baked my at 275 for about 25 minutes. Your time might vary depending on your clay and/or oven.
// If you want them to dangle a little more, add a jump ring through the earring and then attach to the earring hook.


You can see my other clay tutorials here and here.

14 comments:

  1. Awesome!! Those are earrings are so fresh!

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  2. Really beautiful earrings and blog! lovely!
    I'm an enthusiastic DIYer from Barcelona, would you like to follow each other on bloglovin'?
    Big kisses
    Marta

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  3. super cool DIY! i love those designs a lot, they are super adorable! <3

    would you like to follow each other?
    A
    xx
    http://epiquemoi.blogspot.com

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  4. So awesome!! I want to see you wearing these for length sake. These are really clever!
    Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Thanks, Shon! I will try and post a pic on instagram soon! :)

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  5. These are extremely cool!!!

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  6. Jessica, I am OBSESSED with this diy!! I haven't used clay in ages, but wow is this a great project :) Great photos too.

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  7. Love them! I just got some polymer clay this weekend, and I'm excited to make something! I don't wear earrings much, but I checked out your other clay DIY's - I think I'm going to make the necklaces!

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    1. Post/email me pics if you make them! I'd love to see! :)

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  8. These are soooo cute! I want to make heart shaped ones! Like.. RIGHT NOW! As in..I'm going to Michaels after work and buying all this stuff! So fun!

    ♥,


    Janette

    Janette Lane Blog

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    1. Oh, hearts sound cute! I want to see if you make them!! :)

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  9. Nice information dear. Some more interesting stuff about Wearing Diamond Earrings

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  10. Nice! I really like those earrings! :)
    Alexandra: alexandrahappycolours.wordpress.com

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