Retired - Biloba Earrings

Name: Retired - Biloba Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E8036
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E8036

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

Save to Wishlist

Printer Friendly PDF
(if available)

Lusterous 2-hole Ginko beads form the petals of this floral earring, lined with 15/0 Toho seed beads and Minos par Puca beads. The design surrounds an iridescent Austrian crystal pearl.

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.

Please watch the video: How to Make the Biloba Earrings Featuring Ginkgo Beads. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to bead weave this design using 2-hole Ginko beads, Minos par Puca beads, and Toho 15/0 seed beads.

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

BCG-100 - Czech Glass Matubo, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Crystal Violet Rainbow
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCT-0204 - Czech Glass Minos par Puca, Cylindrical Beads 2.5x3mm, 120 Pieces, Pastel White
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

SWP-6076 - Austrian Crystal, 5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 6mm, 50 Pieces, Pearlescent White
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

JSO-0211 - Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 27BDF 'Silver Lined Frosted Teal' 8g
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

FEA-6700 - Silver Plated Earring Hooks Kidney Wires 25mm (10 Pairs)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

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

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair

Additional Information

Theme	Summer, Spring
Ingredients	BCG-100, JSO-0211, FEA-6700, FJR-5454, XCR-1280,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Product Guide: Using 2-Hole Beads in Jewelry Making
Seed Bead Size Chart

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 Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Crystal Violet Rainbow (10 Grams)

            Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Crystal Violet Rainbow (10 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.

                $2.95
            
             / Package | SKU: BCG-100

Sold out

Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 #27BDF 'Silver Lined Frosted Teal' 8g

            Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 #27BDF 'Silver Lined Frosted Teal' 8g
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $3.85
            
             / Package | SKU: JSO-0211

Earring Findings, Kidney Wire Hook 25mm, Silver Plated (10 Pairs)

            Earring Findings, Kidney Wire Hook 25mm, Silver Plated (10 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.

                $4.45
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-6700

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

FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)

            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