Retired - Rain Dance Earrings

Name: Retired - Rain Dance Earrings
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: E8058
Availability: InStock

PROJECT E8058

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

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These wire wrapped earrings showcase a rustic rainbow of Czech glass etched seed beads. Nunn Design hoops, jump rings, and earring hooks lend a cohesive look to the design.

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 Wire Wrap Beads onto the Inside and Outside of a Hoop. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to create this design using 28 gauge craft wire, Czech glass etched seed beads, and Nunn Design components. First, you will see how to wire wrap 6/0 seed beads onto the outside of the hoop. Then you will see how to add 8/0 seed beads to the interior of the hoop. You will also see how to attach an earring hook using 6.5mm etched jump rings.

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

BCS-9051 - Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, 10 Grams, Etched Red and Amber
Project uses 30 beads. You will need 1 package.

BCS-9052 - Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, 10 Grams, Etched Orange/Black Stripes and Amber
Project uses 32 beads. You will need 1 package.

BCS-9050 - Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, 10 Grams, Etched Yellow/Red/Green Stripes and Amber
Project uses 28 beads. You will need 1 package.

BCS-9047 - Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, 10 Grams, Etched Green/Yellow Stripes and Amber
Project uses 24 beads. You will need 1 package.

BCS-9040 - Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 6/0 Round Seed Beads, 10 Grams, Etched Blue Turquoise and Amber
Project uses 32 beads. You will need 1 package.

BCS-9079 - Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, 10 Grams, Etched Violet and Amber
Project uses 18 beads. You will need 1 package.

PND-061 - Open Frame Pendant, Flat Round Hoop 34.5mm, Antiqued Gold, 1 Piece, by Nunn Design
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

WNT-2833 - Beadsmith Tarnish Resistant Gold Color Copper Wire 28 Gauge 40 Yards (36.5 Meters)
Project uses 10 feet. You will need 1 package.

FEA-01001 - Nunn Design Earring Findings, 27mm Earwire Hooks, 1 Pair, Antiqued Gold
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-2069 - Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Etched 6.5mm 17 Gauge (10)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

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	BCS-9051, BCS-9052, BCS-9050, BCS-9079, PND-061, WNT-2833, FEA-01001, FJR-2069,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Cut Jewelry Wire
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
How to Straighten Bent Wire and Head Pins
Product Guide: Choosing Wire for Wire Wrapping, Wire Looping, and Wire Jewelry
Product Guide: Using Gold in Jewelry
Seed Bead Size Chart
Wire Gauge Guide
Wire Wrapping 101: Wire Wrapping Tips for Jewelry Making

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.

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

             / Package | SKU: BCS-9051

Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, Etched Orange/Black Stripes and Amber (10 Grams)

            Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, Etched Orange/Black Stripes and Amber (10 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.

                $4.80
            
             / Package | SKU: BCS-9052

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Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, Etched Yellow/Red/Green Stripes and Amber (10 Grams)

            Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, Etched Yellow/Red/Green Stripes and Amber (10 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.

                $4.65
            
             / Package | SKU: BCS-9050

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Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, Etched Violet and Amber (10 Grams)

            Czech Glass, Bohemian Aged 8/0 Round Seed Beads, Etched Violet and Amber (10 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.

                $2.99
            
             / Package | SKU: BCS-9079

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Open Frame Pendant, Flat Round Hoop 34.5mm, Antiqued Gold, by Nunn Design (1 Piece)

            Open Frame Pendant, Flat Round Hoop 34.5mm, Antiqued Gold, by Nunn Design (1 Piece)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $4.99
            
             / Package | SKU: PND-061

Wire Elements, Tarnish Resistant Gold Color Copper Wire, 28 Gauge 40 Yards (36.5 Meters)

            Wire Elements, Tarnish Resistant Gold Color Copper Wire, 28 Gauge 40 Yards (36.5 Meters)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $10.99
            
             / Package | SKU: WNT-2833

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Nunn Design Earring Findings, 27mm Earwire Hooks, Antiqued Gold (1 Pair)

            Nunn Design Earring Findings, 27mm Earwire Hooks, Antiqued Gold (1 Pair)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.

                $1.29
            
             / Package | SKU: FEA-01001

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Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Etched 6.5mm 17 Gauge (10 pcs)

            Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Etched 6.5mm 17 Gauge (10 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.

                $2.99
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-2069