Retired - Persia Pink Earrings

Name: Retired - Persia Pink Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E8066
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT E8066

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

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Glistening metallic 11/0 seed beads are stitched in rows around a brightly stained wood bead in this striking earring design. Fluted 6mm metal beads frame the bead work for an exotic touch.

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.

Please watch the video: How to Add Rows of Seed Beads to Wood Beads. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to make these earrings using Miyuki 11/0 round seed beads, 13mm wood beads, and 6mm metal beads. First you will see how to secure the wood bead using simple wire loops on 22 gauge craft wire. Next, you will see how to string rows of seed beads onto a wood bead using Fireline beading thread and a loom work needle. Finally, you will see how to finish off the earring using a headpin and earring hook. The video offers additional design ideas, as well as tips on how to use bead aligners with this technique.

As specified in the video, I used 2 inches of 22 gauge Artistic Wire (WCR-2230) to secure the wood bead with simple wire loops while stringing on the seed beads.

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

BWD-1052 - Dyed Wood Beads, Smooth Large Hole Round 14mm, 20 Pieces, Fuchsia Pink
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

DMRR-0188 - Miyuki Round Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 8.5 Gram Tube, #188 Metallic Purple Gold Iris
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

BMB-6666 - 22K Gold Plated Fluted Round Metal Beads 6mm (50)
Project uses 4 beads. You will need 1 package.

FHP-3028 - 22K Gold Plated Ball Head Pins 22 Gauge 2 Inch (x20)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FEA-6707 - 22K Gold Plated Earring Hooks Kidney Wires 36mm (10 Pairs)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
Project uses 6 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3021 - Tulip Loom Work Beading Needles 90x0.5mm - 3 Pack
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
XTL-0034 - Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Theme	Summer, Boho
Ingredients	BWD-1052, BMB-6666, FHP-3028, FEA-6707, XCR-1285,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop
Intro to Beading 101: Getting Started with Jewelry Making
Product Guide: Using Gold in Jewelry
Seed Bead Size Chart
Stringing 101: Bead Stringing Basics

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.

Dyed Wood Beads, Smooth Large Hole Round 14mm, Fuchsia Pink (20 Pieces)

            Dyed Wood Beads, Smooth Large Hole Round 14mm, Fuchsia Pink (20 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $2.29
            
             / Package | SKU: BWD-1052

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

             / Package | SKU: BMB-6666

Head Pins, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (20 Pieces)

            Head Pins, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (20 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $6.09
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-3028

Earring Findings, Kidney Wire Hook 36mm, Gold Plated (10 Pairs)

            Earring Findings, Kidney Wire Hook 36mm, Gold Plated (10 Pairs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pairs.

                $4.84
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-6707

FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)

            FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $6.65
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1285