Ombre Window Earrings in Ultra Violet

Name: Ombre Window Earrings in Ultra Violet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E7065
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT E7065

Designer: Rachel Zaimont

Skill Level: Advanced

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Brick stitch works up into a modern, geometric shape with a peek-a-boo window in these striking earrings. The design is set off by graduated shades of purple created with our exclusive Miyuki Delica ombre palette in Ultra Violet, and finished with Austrian crystals. Expand your bead weaving skills!

Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

By following the instructions below you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.

If you're new to brick stitch, you can watch our videos on how to do brick stitch bead weaving and how to make increases and decreases in brick stitch to get started.
To see how to make these earrings from beginning to end, please watch our video on how to bead weave an ombre window earring. In this video you'll learn how to create a hexagon shape with an interior window using brick stitch, how to weave in your thread tails, how to attach the earring hook and how to create and attach three Austrian crystal crystal dangles at the bottom. You'll also learn more about Beadaholique's exclusive Miyuki Delica ombre seed bead palettes.
Enjoy your earrings!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

JK-0072 - Exclusive Beadaholique Designer Palette, Miyuki Delica Seed Bead Mix, 11/0 Size, 28.8 Grams, Ultra Violet Ombre
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
Project uses 10 feet. You will need 1 package.

SWBI-1495 - Austrian Crystal, 5328 Bicone Beads 4mm, 24 Pieces, Tanzanite
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FHP-5415 - Silver Plated Head Pins 1.5 Inches 24 Gauge (X50)
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-3070 - Silver Plated French Wire Earring Hooks 18mm (25 Pairs)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5454 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece
XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex

Additional Information

Ingredients

JK-0072, XCR-1285, FHP-5415, FEA-3070, FJR-5454, PRES-5328-TAN4,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Awareness Ribbon Colors and Meanings
Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
Brick Stitch Bead Weaving Patterns
How to Create a Simple Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Seed Bead Size Chart

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.

Exclusive Beadaholique Designer Palette, Miyuki Delica Seed Bead Mix, 11/0, Ultra Violet Ombre V2, 4 Color Set

            Exclusive Beadaholique Designer Palette, Miyuki Delica Seed Bead Mix, 11/0, Ultra Violet Ombre V2, 4 Color Set
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = Pack/4 Tubes.

                $26.99
            
             / Package | SKU: JK-0072

FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)

            FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $6.65
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1285

Head Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Head Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $3.75
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-5415

Earring Findings, French Wire Hooks 22mm, Silver Plated (25 Pairs)

            Earring Findings, French Wire Hooks 22mm, Silver Plated (25 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.

                $3.19
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-3070

Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50 pcs)

            Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5454

PRESTIGE Crystal, #5328 Bicone Bead 4mm, Tanzanite (1 Piece)

            PRESTIGE Crystal, #5328 Bicone Bead 4mm, Tanzanite (1 Piece)
        
You will need 6 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $0.21
            
             / Package | SKU: PRES-5328-TAN4