Teacup Lotus Earrings

PROJECT PROJ-JB-E0034
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Intermediate
These beaded earrings feature interlocking rings of Czech glass Teacup beads and seed beads. The result is an intricate cluster of pretty beads that hangs from a TierraCast lotus flower earring post.
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.

These earrings can also be made just by making one single ring for a simpler design look.
  1. To make this pair of earrings, please watch the video: How to Make the Teacup Lotus Earrings. The video will show you how to make the design from start to finish. Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FEA-004 - Earring Posts, Lotus Flower w/ Ring 9.5x11.5mm, Silver Plated, by TierraCast (1 Pair)
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package(s).

  • FEA-1013 - Earring Backs, Medium Clutch 6mm, Silver Plated (50 Pairs)
    Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • FJR-5140 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100 pcs)
    Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

  • JSK-0413 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, Rainbow Olive (8 Gram Tube)
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package(s).

  • BCTC-1007 - Czech Glass, Domed Teacup Beads 4x2mm, Saturated Metallic Crocus Petal (2.5" Tube)
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package(s).

  • XCR-1275 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (50 Yards)
    Project uses 1 spool. You will need 1 package(s).

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
  • XTL-5450 - Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-3024 - Tulip Beading Needles Size #11 48.5x0.41mm - 4 Needles
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Vintage Look
Ingredients FEA-004, FEA-1013, FJR-5140, JSK-0413, BCTC-1007, XCR-1275,

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.
Earring Posts, Lotus Flower w/ Ring 9.5x11.5mm, Silver Plated, by TierraCast (1 Pair)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.
$3.87 / Package | SKU: FEA-004
Earring Backs, Medium Clutch 6mm, Silver Plated (50 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pairs.
$9.59 / Package | SKU: FEA-1013
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$2.39 / Package | SKU: FJR-5140
Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, Rainbow Olive (8 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.99 / Package | SKU: JSK-0413
Czech Glass, Domed Teacup Beads 4x2mm, Saturated Metallic Crocus Petal (2.5
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$3.49 / Package | SKU: BCTC-1007
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (50 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$11.49 / Package | SKU: XCR-1275
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
$25.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-5450
Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
$29.15 / Package | SKU: XTL-0373
Tulip Beading Needles Size #11 48.5x0.41mm - 4 Needles
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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