Graceful Ginko Earrings in Mint

PROJECT E2355
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
Minty and fresh, these gold earrings feature Cymbal earring posts and 2-hole Ginko beads.
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.
  1. To see how to complete this project from start to finish, please watch our video: How to Make Earrings Using the Cymbal Earring Posts. In this video you will see how to create two bead woven components and link them together with jump rings.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCG-125 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Bondeli Matte Mint
    Project uses 8 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-212 - Cymbal Earring Posts for Ginko Beads, Polykarpos, 2-Hole Leaf 7.5x8mm, 1 Pair, 24k Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-00119 - Cymbal Beads Substitute for Ginko Beads, Vlasios, 2-Hole 7.5x7mm, 4 Pieces, 24k Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-707 - Cymbal Bead Endings for Ginko Beads, Kastro, 10x7mm, 2 Pieces, 24k Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-704 - Cymbal Bead Endings for Ginko Beads, Karavos, 10x7mm, 2 Pieces, 24k Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1017 - Bullet Clutch Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic with Pad 7x11mm, 50 Pieces, Gold Tone
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 1 Spool. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5250 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
  • XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Spring, Delicate
Ingredients BCG-125, FEA-212, BMB-00119, FCO-707, FCO-704, FEA-1017, XCR-1280, FJR-5250,

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.
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Mint (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$5.49 / Package | SKU: BCG-125
Cymbal Earring Posts for Ginko Beads, Polykarpos, 2-Hole Leaf 7.5x8mm, 24k Gold Plated (1 Pair)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.
$4.49 / Package | SKU: FEA-212
Cymbal Beads Substitute for Ginko Beads, Vlasios, 2-Hole 7.5x7mm, 24k Gold Plated (4 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.
$3.99 / Package | SKU: BMB-00119
Cymbal Bead Endings for Ginko Beads, Kastro, 10x7mm, 24k Gold Plated (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$2.35 / Package | SKU: FCO-707
Cymbal Bead Endings for Ginko Beads, Karavos, 10x7mm, 24k Gold Plated (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$3.69 / Package | SKU: FCO-704
Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic Bullet Clutch with Pad 7x11mm Gold Tone (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: FEA-1017
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.95 / Package | SKU: XCR-1280
22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$4.87 / Package | SKU: FJR-5250
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
$29.15 / Package | SKU: XTL-0373
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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