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Mermaid Tail Earrings in Miami Splash

PROJECT E2329
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
The soft Bondeli colors of the Czech Glass 2-Hole Ginko beads resemble the beautiful scales of a mermaid's tail in these bead woven earrings.
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 Make a Pair of Earrings with the Ginko 2-Hole Beads and Cymbal Bead Endings. Follow along with the weaving technique shown in the video and the placement of the colors as seen in the project photo.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCG-120 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Bondeli Matte Orange
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCG-127 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Bondeli Matte Purple
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCG-125 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Bondeli Matte Mint
    Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCG-126 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Bondeli Matte Coral
    Project uses 8 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCG-124 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Bondeli Matte Blue Raspberry
    Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1017 - Bullet Clutch Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic with Pad 7x11mm, 50 Pieces, Gold Tone
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-01142 - Gold Filled Stud Earrings Ball Post & Backs (1 Pair)
    Project uses 1 Pair. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-522 - Cymbal Bead Endings fit 8/0 Round Beads, Lakos IV, 18mm, 2 Pieces, 24kt Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • JSO-0277 - Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 #PF557 'Galvanized Starlight' 8g
    Project uses 16 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 1 Spool. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3025 - Tulip Beading Needles Size #12 47.5x0.35mm - 2 Needles
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0117 - BeadSmith Ultra Thread Zap, Battery Operated Thread Trimmer, 1 Piece
Additional Information
Theme Summer
Ingredients BCG-120, BCG-127, BCG-125, BCG-126, BCG-124, FEA-1017, FEA-01142, FCO-522, JSO-0277, XCR-1280,
Useful Techniques & Learning Guides
Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring

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.
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Orange (10 Grams)
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Orange (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$4.90 / Package | SKU: BCG-120
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Purple (10 Grams)
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Purple (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$4.65 / Package | SKU: BCG-127
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Mint (10 Grams)
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Mint (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$5.69 / Package | SKU: BCG-125
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Coral (10 Grams)
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Coral (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$3.99 / Package | SKU: BCG-126
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Blue Raspberry (10 Grams)
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Bondeli Matte Blue Raspberry (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$5.69 / Package | SKU: BCG-124
Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic Bullet Clutch with Pad 7x11mm Gold Tone (25 Pairs)
Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic Bullet Clutch with Pad 7x11mm Gold Tone (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: FEA-1017
Earring Posts, Stud with Ball & Ring 4mm, Gold-Filled (1 Pair)
Earring Posts, Stud with Ball & Ring 4mm, Gold-Filled (1 Pair)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.
$9.95 / Package | SKU: FEA-01142
Cymbal Bead Endings fit 8/0 Round Beads, Lakos IV, 18mm 24kt Gold Plated (2 Pieces)
Cymbal Bead Endings fit 8/0 Round Beads, Lakos IV, 18mm 24kt Gold Plated (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$6.95 / Package | SKU: FCO-522
Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 #PF557 'Galvanized Starlight' 8g
Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 #PF557 'Galvanized Starlight' 8g
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$3.47 / Package | SKU: JSO-0277
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
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Tulip Beading Needles Size #12 47.5x0.35mm - 2 Needles
Tulip Beading Needles Size #12 47.5x0.35mm - 2 Needles
$11.49 / Package | SKU: XTL-3025
The Beadsmith Ultra Thread Zap, Battery Operated Thread Trimmer (1 Piece)
The Beadsmith Ultra Thread Zap, Battery Operated Thread Trimmer (1 Piece)
$14.09 / Package | SKU: XTL-0117
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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Great Design. Very Popular With Customers.

This is a great design (thank you Kat) and I've made dozens of them. My customers love these earrings and I sell a lot of them. Once you get the hang of how to make them, you can't stop putting more color combinations together and making more.

TIP: I use Trilene Sensation 4lb thread in 0.008in, color is low vis green. It's extremely strong, doesn't stretch out and it's practically invisible.