The Redwoods Earrings

PROJECT E848
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Intermediate
These pretty hoop earrings feature an inset of chevron peyote stitch bead weaving done in wonderfully warm harvest colors.
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. Begin this project by making a swatch of chevron peyote to fit inside the hoop earring. You will be creating a swatch that is 3 columns wide and 40 rows long. To do this, please follow the pattern on this page and watch the video: How to Flat Odd-Count Peyote Stitch. Start with 6 feet of thread on your needle.
  2. You will also need to see the video: How to Tie Off and Add New Thread in Peyote Bead Weaving. This video will show you how to tie off and weave in your thread tails.
  3. Once you have your swatch of bead weaving made and the ends all tied off and woven in, you will need to glue it into the earring finding.
  4. Take a toothpick or small piece of wire to use as an applicator, open your glue, and spread glue into the channel of the earring hoop. Make sure to spread it across the entire inset channel surface. You want good glue coverage but you do not want it to be too thick or lumpy that it will seep through your bead weaving. Lay your piece of bead weaving into the glue in the channel of the earring hoop. Press into place. Let dry.
  5. Let your earring dry overnight and then enjoy wearing them!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • DB-2291 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Gram Tube, #2291 Frosted Opaque Glazed Dark Green
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • DB-2284 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0, 7.2 Gram Tube, #2284 Frosted Opaque Glazed Cream Yellow
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • DB-2287 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0, 7.2 Gram Tube, #2287 Frosted Opaque Glazed Burnt Orange
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • DB-2288 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Gram Tube, #2288 Frosted Opaque Glazed Red
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-08000 - Nunn Design Channel Earring Finding, 28.5mm Hoop, 1 Pair, Antiqued Gold
    Project uses 1 pair. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-8916 - NYMO Nylon Beading Thread Size D for Delica Beads Golden Yellow 64YD (58 Meters)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
Additional Information
Theme Autumn
Ingredients DB-2291, DB-2284, DB-2287, DB-2288, FEA-08000, XTL-1054, XCR-M2GD,

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.
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #2291 Frosted Opaque Glazed Dark Green (7.2 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 Gram Tube.
$6.49 / Package | SKU: DB-2291
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0, #2284 Frosted Opaque Glazed Cream Yellow (7.2 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 Gram Tube.
$6.49 / Package | SKU: DB-2284
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0, #2287 Frosted Opaque Glazed Burnt Orange (7.2 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 Gram Tube.
$6.49 / Package | SKU: DB-2287
Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #2288 Frosted Opaque Glazed Red (7.2 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 Gram Tube.
$6.49 / Package | SKU: DB-2288
Nunn Design Earring Findings, Hoop 28.5mm, Antiqued Gold (1 Pair)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pair.
$12.49 / Package | SKU: FEA-08000
E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$2.09 / Package | SKU: XTL-1054
NYMO Nylon Beading Thread Size D for Delica Beads Golden Yellow 64YD (58 Meters)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool .
$2.45 / Package | SKU: XCR-M2GD
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
/ Package | SKU: XTL-5700

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