Three dimensional owl earrings are created from copper, and the heads are hand-sawed and moveable! I've applied two enamel colors in brown and gray on the bodies and a peach tone to the head. I've added little eyes too. These earrings are adorable and perfect for any bird or nature lover. Your choice of hand-made sterling silver hoops or lead and nickel-free antique copper lever-back ear wires.
The copper shapes are carefully cleaned and prepared in order to accept the enamel. Then, I apply multiple layers of enamel, which is finely powdered glass. The layers of enamel are fused to the copper on both sides in a 1500 degree kiln. This firing process is repeated several times. Finally, the edges are sanded to expose the copper. And voila .... a vibrantly colored pair of enamel earrings which will make a great gift for yourself or a loved one.
The earrings with sterling hoops measure .5" wide x about 1.5" long from the top of the ear wire. Copper ear wires are slightly shorter in length.