This exclusive earring design includes natural pectin shell beads, nickel-free plated components and nickel-free plated earwires (good for most people with sensitive skin). Comes unassembled.  Techniques Used Opening and closing an earwire Basic Linking technique (PDF) or use the 1-step looper (see video on 1-step looper page) Tools Needed (not included) Chain nose pliers  and 1-step looper or Chain nose pliers and Round nose pliers and Flush cutters