Retired - Ithaca Earrings

PROJECT E2272
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
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.
  1. 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,

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.
Cymbal Bead Substitute for Honeycomb Beads, Maragas, Hexagon, Loop 6mm, 24K Gold Plt (4 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.
$3.90 / Package | SKU: BMB-0021
Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Opaque Turquoise Blue (30 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 30 Pieces.
$3.65 / Package | SKU: BCH-160
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.65 / Package | SKU: XCR-1288
Earring Findings, Long Earring Hooks 25mm, Gold Plated (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$10.15 / Package | SKU: FEA-3030
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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
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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