How Do You Convert Clip Earrings To Post Earrings?
If you have pierced ears, you may find a pair of clip-on earrings that you love and find to be stylish (vintage earrings were often in the form of clip-ons). While you can always take them to a jeweler to be converted into post earrings, if you don’t want to spend the money on a professional, you can convert the earrings yourself with the right tools and supplies. Apply adhesive remover around the base of the clip where it is attached to the back of the earring. Let the remover sit for a minute and dissolve the glue. Grip the base of the clip with your flat nose pliers and gently work one end of the jaw of the pliers under the clip as you turn and pull upward. Go slowly until the clip detaches so that you don’t damage the earring itself. Scrape and wipe away the leftover adhesive and adhesive remover with a clean rag and wipe the earring dry. Sand the back smooth with a piece of 50-grit sandpaper if there are any rough spots. Make sure the back of the earring is completely smooth and d
