Sea Dreaming Earrings

PROJECT PROJ-DF-E0002
Designer: Deb Floros
Skill Level: Intermediate
In this project, you will be combining bead frames, charm chain, sea glass inspired seed beads, and charms to create a dreamy beach-inspired pair of 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.

This versatile design can be made with any 8/0 seed beads and charms of your choice.
  1. To make this design, please watch the video: How to Make a Sea Themed Seed Bead and Bead Frame Earring by Deb Floros. In the video, you will learn how to make this project from start to finish including how to make loops, how to add the beads into the frames, and how to attach the chain, charm, and earring hook. Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • JSB-8RG-5002F - Toho RE:Glass Seed Beads, Round Size 8/0, #5002F Matte - Transparent Brown, (2.5" Tube)
    Project uses 12 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • JSB-8RG-5004F - Toho RE:Glass Seed Beads, Round Size 8/0, #5004F Matte - Transparent Green, (2.5" Tube)
    Project uses 12 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • JSB-8RG-5013F - Toho RE:Glass Seed Beads, Round Size 8/0, #5013F Matte Transparent Blue, (2.5" Tube)
    Project uses 12 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • CHX-2005 - Charm Chain, Shell 7mm, Matte Gold Plated, by the Inch
    Project uses 1 inch. You will need 1 package(s).

  • FCO-305 - Open Bead Frame, Rectangle with Drilled Through Hole 7x17mm, Matte Gold Tone (2 Pieces)
    Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • FCO-306 - Open Bead Frame, Rectangle with Drilled Through Hole 8x26mm, Matte Gold Tone (2 Pieces)
    Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • PNT-182 - Pewter Charm, Starfish 13mm, Antiqued Gold Plated, By TierraCast (2 Pieces)
    Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • FEA-007 - French Ear Wire, with 1.5mm Ball End 27x11mm 14K Gold-Filled (1 Pair)
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package(s).

  • WCR-4598 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, Gold Color (10 Yard Spool)
    Project uses 1 spool. You will need 1 package(s).

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-L52L - The BeadSmith Casual Comfort Round Nose Pliers
  • XTL-5450 - Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire (1 Piece)
Additional Information
Theme Summer, Nautical
Ingredients FEA-007, FCO-306, FCO-305, WCR-4598, JSB-8RG-5002F, JSB-8RG-5004F, JSB-8RG-5013F, CHX-2005, PNT-182,

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.
French Ear Wire, with 1.5mm Ball End 27x11mm 14K Gold-Filled (1 Pair)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.
$5.09 / Package | SKU: FEA-007
Open Bead Frame, Rectangle with Drilled Through Hole 8x26mm, Matte Gold Tone (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$4.54 / Package | SKU: FCO-306
Open Bead Frame, Rectangle with Drilled Through Hole 7x17mm, Matte Gold Tone (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$3.49 / Package | SKU: FCO-305
Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, Gold Color (10 Yard Spool)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.99 / Package | SKU: WCR-4598
Toho RE:Glass Seed Beads, Round Size 8/0, #5002F Matte - Transparent Brown, (2.5
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2.5" Tube.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: JSB-8RG-5002F
Toho RE:Glass Seed Beads, Round Size 8/0, #5004F Matte - Transparent Green, (2.5
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2.5" Tube.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: JSB-8RG-5004F
Toho RE:Glass Seed Beads, Round Size 8/0, #5013F Matte Transparent Blue, (2.5
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2.5" Tube.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: JSB-8RG-5013F
Charm Chain, Shell 7mm, Matte Gold Plated, by the Inch
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By The Inch.
$5.19 / Package | SKU: CHX-2005
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: PNT-182
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
$25.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-5450
The BeadSmith Casual Comfort Round Nose Pliers
$8.39 / Package | SKU: XTL-L52L

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