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Nested Pearl Earrings Tutorial

Combine 4mm pearls with 6mm pearls to get a fun pair of DIY earrings. Crystals are added into this pearl design to add additional shine and depth. Create the Nested Pearl Earring with thread and needles with a netted style of beadweaving. Project Length: 30mm Technique learned: Beadweaving

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Nested Pearl Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Pearls 6mm - Moonstone, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls 4mm - Cloud Blue, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Emerald AB, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Labrador Full, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces Second Colorway:
  • Potomac Pearls 6mm - Sand, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls 4mm, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 2mm - Rose AB, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Labrador Full, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above. Start with 6mm Pearls: Thread four 6mm pearls onto your thread, tying a knot to form a square. Add Seed Beads: Place a 15/0 seed bead between each pearl for spacing. Incorporate Crystals: Create a pattern around each pearl using 3mm crystal bicones and 15/0 seed beads. Add 4mm Pearls: Introduce 4mm pearls to the exterior, creating a nested effect. Finish with Hardware: Attach wire guards and earwires to complete the earrings.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Nested Pearl Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Combine 4mm pearls with 6mm pearls to get a fun pair of DIY earrings. Crystals are added into this pearl design to add additional shine and depth. Create the Nested Pearl Earring with thread and needles with a netted style of beadweaving. Project Length: 30mm Technique learned: Beadweaving

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Pearls 6mm - Moonstone, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls 4mm - Cloud Blue, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Emerald AB, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Labrador Full, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces Second Colorway:
  • Potomac Pearls 6mm - Sand, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls 4mm, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 2mm - Rose AB, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Labrador Full, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above. Start with 6mm Pearls: Thread four 6mm pearls onto your thread, tying a knot to form a square. Add Seed Beads: Place a 15/0 seed bead between each pearl for spacing. Incorporate Crystals: Create a pattern around each pearl using 3mm crystal bicones and 15/0 seed beads. Add 4mm Pearls: Introduce 4mm pearls to the exterior, creating a nested effect. Finish with Hardware: Attach wire guards and earwires to complete the earrings.