I designed these earrings as part of the August 2019 Inspire My Creativity Challenge, where the theme was Back to School. I wasn’t sure what I wanted to share for this challenge - a binder cover, a pencil case, a cozy to put over my current pencil cup, something apple related… I mean the list could really go on and on, but nothing really grabbed my attention, then I came across some fun colorful paper clips at my local Dollar Tree, and this earring idea came to mind.

If you don’t crochet, you can still make these by replacing the crocheted strip with a small piece of soft 7 mesh plastic canvas, or some jewelry chain.

Materials:

• Small Amount of #10 Crochet Thread - I used Hobby Lobby’s Artiste Cotton Crochet Thread in Cloud
• 2.35mm Crochet Hook
• Tapestry Needle for Weaving in Ends
• 8 - 18 28mm Paper Clips - I got mine in a variety pack from the Dollar Tree
• 2 Earring Wires
• Optional, Jewelry Pliers

Materials Notes:
Yarn Alternative: Aunt Lydia’s Crochet #10 Thread.

Time Spent:
Smaller: about 15 minutes; Longer: Just under 30

Measurements:
Crocheted Strip: 1” (2”); Finished Length: 2” (3.25”)

Abbreviations:
SC - Single Crochet