Retired - Ombre Window Earrings in Jelly Bean

PROJECT E7066
Designer: Rachel Zaimont
Skill Level: Advanced
Brick stitch works up into a modern, geometric shape with a peek-a-boo window in these striking earrings. The design is set off by graduated shades of pink created with our exclusive Miyuki Delica ombre palette in Princess Pink, and finished with Austrian crystals. Expand your bead weaving skills!
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. If you're new to brick stitch, you can watch our videos on how to do brick stitch bead weaving and how to make increases and decreases in brick stitch to get started.
  2. To see how to make these earrings from beginning to end, please watch our video on how to bead weave an ombre window earring. In this video you'll learn how to create a hexagon shape with an interior window using brick stitch, how to weave in your thread tails, how to attach the earring hook and how to create and attach three Austrian crystal crystal dangles at the bottom. You'll also learn more about Beadaholique's exclusive Miyuki Delica ombre seed bead palettes.
  3. Enjoy your earrings!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • DB-1338 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Silver Lined Dark Pink Dyed DB1338
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • DB-2116 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0, 7.2 Grams, Duracoat Opaque Light Carnation Pink DB2116
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • DB-234 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Baby Pink Ceylon DB234
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • DB-420 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Gram Tube, #420 Galvanized Pink Dyed
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 10 feet. You will need 1 package.

  • SWBI-14098 - Austrian Crystal, #5328 Bicone Beads 4mm, 24 Pieces, Indian Pink
    Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-5215 - 22K Gold Plated Head Pins - 22 Gauge/1.5 Inches (50)
    Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-3071 - 22K Gold Plated French Wire Earring Hooks 22mm (25 Pairs)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5452 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
Additional Information
Ingredients DB-2116, DB-234, DB-420, XCR-1280, FHP-5215, FEA-3071, FJR-5452, PRES-5328-INP4,

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.
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0, Duracoat Opaque Light Carnation Pink DB2116 (7.2 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 gms tube.
$5.89 / Package | SKU: DB-2116
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Baby Pink Ceylon DB234 (2.5
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$3.77 / Package | SKU: DB-234
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #420 Galvanized Pink Dyed (2.5
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$7.87 / Package | SKU: DB-420
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
Head Pins, 1.5 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$4.27 / Package | SKU: FHP-5215
Earring Findings, French Ear Wire Hook 22mm, Gold Plated (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$4.84 / Package | SKU: FEA-3071
22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.07 / Package | SKU: FJR-5452
You will need 6 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: PRES-5328-INP4
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.49 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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