Kensington Earrings

Name: Kensington Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: PROJ-JB-E0044
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT PROJ-JB-E0044

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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These beaded earrings are an elegant addition to your wardrobe and are easy to wear with anything from jeans to formal attire. If you wanted, you could create more beaded sections and make a dramatic statement. For a matching set, see the Kensington Bracelet.

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.

You can make this design with either gold or antiqued brass findings, both would look lovely.

To make this earring design, please watch the video: How to Make the Kensington Beaded Earrings. The video will walk you through the process step-by-step.
Make two earrings to complete your pair. Enjoy!

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

BCP-10336 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 4mm Round - Metallic Bronze (50 pcs)
Project uses 14 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

BCP-33200 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Matte Metallic Gold (50 pcs)
Project uses 4 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

BCTC-1016 - Czech Glass, Domed Teacup Beads 4x2mm, Milky Amethyst (2.5" Tube)
Project uses 14 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

DRH-0027 - Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, 7.8 Grams, #703 Matte Mauve Mocha
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package(s).

JSK-0159 - Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 1703 'Gilded Marble Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package(s).

DB-1493 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #1493 Opaque Creamy Nectarine (2.5" Tube)
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package(s).

XCR-8935 - Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .006 Inch - Black - 50 Yd
Project uses 40 inches. You will need 1 package(s).

FJR-5240 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)
Project uses 4 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

FEA-301 - Earring Findings, Circle Ear Wire with 3mm Bead 19mm, 14k Gold-Filled (1 Pair)
Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package(s).

FHP-5219 - Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5032 - The Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
XTL-5450 - Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire (1 Piece)
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
XTL-3024 - Tulip Beading Needles Size #11 48.5x0.41mm - 4 Needles

Additional Information

Theme	Vintage Look
Ingredients	FEA-301, FHP-5219, FJR-5240, XCR-8935, DB-1493, JSK-0159, DRH-0027, BCTC-1016, BCP-33200,

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.

Earring Findings, Circle Ear Wire with 3mm Bead 19mm, 14k Gold-Filled (1 Pair)

            Earring Findings, Circle Ear Wire with 3mm Bead 19mm, 14k Gold-Filled (1 Pair)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.

                $5.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-301

Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)

            Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 24 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $3.77
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-5219

22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)

            22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $3.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5240

Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .006 Inch - Black - 50 Yd

            Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .006 Inch - Black - 50 Yd
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $10.29
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-8935

Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #1493 Opaque Creamy Nectarine (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #1493 Opaque Creamy Nectarine (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

                $4.47
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-1493

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Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 1703 'Gilded Marble Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube

            Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 1703 'Gilded Marble Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $4.15
            
             / Package | SKU: JSK-0159

Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, 7.8 Grams, #703 Matte Mauve Mocha

            Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, 7.8 Grams, #703 Matte Mauve Mocha
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.4 Gram Tube.

                $5.19
            
             / Package | SKU: DRH-0027

Czech Glass, Domed Teacup Beads 4x2mm, Milky Amethyst (2.5

            Czech Glass, Domed Teacup Beads 4x2mm, Milky Amethyst (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $2.99
            
             / Package | SKU: BCTC-1016

Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Matte Metallic Gold (50 pcs)

            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