There are lots of ways to make earrings.If you put an earring hook on it, you can turn it into earrings.The fabric earrings are popular.They are cute and shabby.There are lots of ways to make them, from using plain fabric to lace to fabric-covered buttons.You will end up with something cute and unique if you choose any of the methods.
Step 1: You can make your template out of thin cardboard.
A simple shape can be drawn on a piece of cardboard.The great starter shapes are circles, triangles, hearts, and leaves.Use a sharp pair of scissors or a craft blade to cut the shape out.
Step 2: Attach the double-sided interfacing to your fabric.
Place your fabric on the ironing board.The face-down is on top.The manufacturer's instructions tell you to iron it.There is a shiny side and a matt side.It should be shiny-side down.The brand will be different.You will need to use a low-heat, no-steam setting to iron the interfacing.
Step 3: Attach the pieces of the fabric together.
The pieces should be bigger than the template.Don't cut it into your final shape just yet.
Step 4: The backing should be removed.
Remove the double-sided backing from your fabric pieces.You should now have four small pieces of fabric, with the right-side on one side and the glue on the other.
Step 5: Two pieces of fabric should be fused together.
Place your fabric scraps on the right sides facing out.Put the stack on the ironing board and iron it.With the remaining fabric scraps, repeat this step.The right side of the stiff fabric should be on both sides.Follow the instructions from the manufacturer.You can iron it for a little longer if you use the same heat setting.
Step 6: Once the fabric scraps are cool, trace your template onto them.
The fabric scraps will be very hot and flimsy at first, but will stiffen as they cool.Once they cool down, trace your template onto them.If your fabric is light-colored, use a pen to trace the template.If the fabric is dark, use chalk.You can either save the template for another project or discard it.
Step 7: Use a pair of scissors to cut the earrings.
Cut just inside the lines that you wear.You don't have to worry about the lines showing.You don't need to worry about the fabric being torn.
Step 8: To punch a hole in an earring, use a thumbtack.
You can use a pushpin or a thick needle if you don't have thumbtacks at home.If you want to make statement earrings, you should make a larger hole and put a small accessory into it.This method is used for earrings.Attach the top of each earring to a blank post earring if you don't like hook earrings.
Step 9: An earring hook has a twist.
To open the loop at the bottom of the earring, use a pair of needle nose pliers.If you pull the loop open, you will warp it.It's like opening a door.It's a good idea to put a jump ring first.The earring hook needs to be kept intact.Use the same technique to open a jump ring.
Step 10: Attach the earring hook to the hole.
You can close the loop by twisting it shut.Pinch the loop shut with your needle nose pliers if there is a small gap.Add the earring hook if you want to add a jump ring.The same technique is used to close the jump ring.
Step 11: There is embroidered bridal lace fabric.
Don't worry about the color, you can always paint it.You should look for a design that appeals to you.The trim section of a fabric store would be a good place to find lace.
Step 12: Cut the lace to the shape you want.
Most lace has a floral design on it.Some may have a scrolled design.You can find a section of the design you use best by taking a look at your lace.To remove it, use a pair of fabric scissors.Cut through the mesh around the design.Don't cut across an embroidered design.Cut out two designs, one for each earring.
Step 13: The lace can be painted with fabric stiffener.
Place the pieces of lace on a smooth surface, such as a sheet of wax paper, plastic wrap or foil.Paint one side and let it dry.Paint the other side after flipping the lace over.Adding some "weight" to the lace will help it stiffen.If you don't have a fabric stiffener at home, use a decoupage glue.
Step 14: If you want, you can paint the lace.
You can use a variety of paints for this.Water it down first, and apply it in several thin layers if you are using fabric paint.You won't lose the embroidered design if you do this.Let it dry, then paint the other side.
Step 15: Let the lace dry.
This could take a few minutes to several hours depending on the products you used.Refer to the label on the bottle of stiffener for more specific instructions.
Step 16: An earring hook can be opened.
A pair of needle nose pliers can be used to open an earring hook.The metal can be weakened if the loop is pulled open.
Step 17: The earring hook goes through the lace.
The top of your design should be where you want it to be.Close the loop you just opened through the lace.
Step 18: The earring hook needs to be closed.
To seal the lace inside, use your needle nose pliers to twist the loop back shut.If there is a small gap between the end of the loop and the earring hook, pinch it shut with your nose plies.
Step 19: The fabric store has an aluminum cover button kit.
If you don't have a button cover tool in your kit, you will not be able to put the buttons together.You have the option to choose any size kit.
Step 20: You can trace a circle onto your fabric with the included template.
There is a template on the back of most button cover kits.To trace the template onto your fabric, use a pair of scissors and a pen or pencil.One circle per button is required.The plastic template is inside the package.If your kit is one of those, use that instead.
Step 21: The circle of fabric should be cut out.
The edges will be tucked inside the button.
Step 22: The tool should be pressed into the fabric.
There are two parts to the cover button kit: a large squishy part and a small hard plastic part.The large squishy part is what you are looking for.Put the fabric over the squishy part.
Step 23: The button should be pressed into the tool.
Make sure you put the button into the tool.Be careful as the fabric may shift while you are doing this.You will have to adjust the fabric if it shifts.There should be an equal amount of fabric around the button.
Step 24: The edges of the fabric should be put into the button.
If the fabric looks bulky, don't worry.You'll need to hold the fabric in place with your finger.
Step 25: The button should be placed on top of the fabric.
There are two types of backs for button cover kits: a smooth back and a back with a shank.The smooth back is what you should choose.If your button kit only came with the backings, use a pair of needle nose pliers.
Step 26: To assemble your button, use the other part of the button maker.
Take the plastic part of the button maker.Make sure that the fabric is tucked under it by pressing it on top of the button backing.Push it down.As the button comes together, you should feel a slight thump.Try hitting the plastic part with a hammer or mallet if you don't feel the thump.
Step 27: Attach an earring post to the button.
Place a large amount of glue on the front of a blank earring post, then press the post against the back of the button.If some glue leaks out, don't worry.
Step 28: Wait for the earring to dry before making a second one.