Retired - Ithaca Earrings

Name: Retired - Ithaca Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E2272
Availability: InStock

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PROJECT E2272

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Intermediate

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These blue honeycomb earrings seamlessly integrate metal elements for an added flash of gold.

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.

To see how to complete this project from start to finish, please watch our video: How to Use Cymbals Bead Substitutes and Side Beads in Bead Weaving.

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

BMB-0021 - Cymbal Bead Substitute for Honeycomb Beads, Maragas, Hexagon with Loop 6mm, 4 Pieces, 24K Gold Plated
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BMB-0017 - Cymbal Bead Substitute for Honeycomb Beads, Galini, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 12 Pieces, 24K Gold Plated
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCH-160 - Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 30 Pieces, Opaque Turquoise Blue
Project uses 16 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1288 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006 Thick, 15 Yard Mini Spool, Crystal Clear
Project uses 1 Spool. You will need 1 package.

FEA-3030 - 22K Gold Plated Long Elegant Earring Hooks 25mm (50)
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-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers

Additional Information

Theme	Summer
Ingredients	BMB-0021, BCH-160, XCR-1288, FEA-3030,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving

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.

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: BMB-0021

Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Opaque Turquoise Blue (30 Pieces)

            Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Opaque Turquoise Blue (30 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 30 Pieces.

                $3.09
            
             / Package | SKU: BCH-160

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FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006

            FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006" Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yard Mini Spool)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $5.63
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1288

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Earring Findings, Long Earring Hooks 25mm, Gold Plated (25 Pairs)

            Earring Findings, Long Earring Hooks 25mm, Gold Plated (25 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.

                $8.88
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-3030