Retired - Victorian Wreath Earrings

PROJECT E654
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Intermediate
A quick and easy bead weaving project is the focal point of these pretty earrings. The flower shaped wreath compliments the flower themed ornate brass filigree connector link well and provides an elegant and
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.

NOTE: You will also need a single seed bead different from the ones you are using in this project to act as a stop bead. This bead will hold your thread in place and will be removed at the end of making the wreath.
  1. Remember to double all the directions below to make your matched pair of earrings.
  2. Please watch the video: How to Bead Weave a Flower Shaped Wreath.
  3. Cut a 3 foot length of Wildfire beading thread. Thread a size 10 needle onto one end of the thread. Following what you learned in the video, make a flower shaped wreath using 6 Czech fire polished glass 3mm beads in round matte metallic, 6 Czech fire polished glass 4mm round beads in purple iris, and Miyuki Delica 10/0 seed beads in matte metallic green/pink.
  4. When you have finished the wreath, please tie off your thread and remove your stop bead as shown in the video: How to Tie Off and Add New Thread in Bead Weaving.
  5. Open a jump ring and connect it through one of the "petals" on your flower shaped wreath and the loop on one end of your antique brass ornate flower connector link. Close the jump ring.
  6. Take your Vintaj arched ear wire and open the clasp in the back - slide the top loop of your ornate brass connector link onto the ear wire. Also slide on one Miyuki Delica 10/0 seed bead in matte metallic pink/green.
  7. Enjoy your lovely new earrings!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCP-33200 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Matte Metallic Gold (50)
    Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-3439 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 4mm Round Purple Iris (50)
    Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • DBM-0380 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads 10/0 Matte Metallic Green/Pink DBM0380 8 GR
    Project uses 72 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-8601 - Antiqued Brass Ornate Flower Connector Link 21.5mm (2)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-6651 - Vintaj Natural Brass Medium Arched Ear Wire 26mm (1 Pair)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5470 - Antiqued Brass Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (x100)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-8936 - Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .008 Inch - Black- 50 Yd
    Project uses 6 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0106 - BeadSmith Cordless Thread Zap II Thread Burner Tool
  • XTL-3004 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Assortment So Handy
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
Additional Information
Theme Christmas
Ingredients BCP-33200, BCP-3439, DBM-0380, FJR-5470, XCR-8936,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Matte Metallic Gold (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$1.59 / Package | SKU: BCP-33200
Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 4mm Round Purple Iris (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$1.89 / Package | SKU: BCP-3439
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 10/0 Size, Matte Metallic Green/Pink DBM0380 (7.2 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8 Grams.
$10.65 / Package | SKU: DBM-0380
Antiqued Brass Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$7.79 / Package | SKU: FJR-5470
Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .008 Inch - Black- 50 Yd
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$11.99 / Package | SKU: XCR-8936
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Cordless Thread Zap II Thread Burner Tool
English Beading Needles Assorted Variety Pack
$4.20 / Package | SKU: XTL-3004
Fiskars 5 Scissors for Beading Cord
$5.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-5700

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