Moroccan Tile Earrings Tutorial

Time to get rocking with Marissa Vallejo's Moroccan Tile Earrings! Her elaborate earrings design demonstrates a distinctive way to weave together a well-known Potomac Exclusive - the QuadBow & PieDuo Beads! With just enough Potomac Crystals to add a hint of sparkle, these beaded earrings are going add both brightness and boldness to any occasion!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Moroccan Tile Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • QuadBow Beads - Vintage Copper, 8 Beads
  • PieDuo Beads - Vintage Copper, 4 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Teardrop 6x8mm - Blue Zircon AB, 2 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls 6mm - Blue Zircon AB, 2 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Blue Zircon AB, 4 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Metallic Light Bronze, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Frosted Opaque Glazed Rainbow Peacock, 8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Rootbeer Lined Topaz, 8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Metallic Light Bronze, ~1 Gram
  • Leverback Earwires - Antique Brass, 1 Pair
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start by threading approximately 3.5 feet of thread through one needle, attaching a stop bead.
    Connect the QuadBow beads by weaving through them, adding 8/0 seed beads between each connection.
    Incorporate 11/0 seed beads around the QuadBow beads to stabilize the structure.
    Add PieDuo beads at the top and bottom of the earring design for a decorative touch.
    Insert an earwire at the top of the earring design.
    Embellish the bottom of the earring with a Potomac Crystal Teardrop.
    Secure the thread by tying off the ends.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Time to get rocking with Marissa Vallejo's Moroccan Tile Earrings! Her elaborate earrings design demonstrates a distinctive way to weave together a well-known Potomac Exclusive - the QuadBow & PieDuo Beads! With just enough Potomac Crystals to add a hint of sparkle, these beaded earrings are going add both brightness and boldness to any occasion!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • QuadBow Beads - Vintage Copper, 8 Beads
  • PieDuo Beads - Vintage Copper, 4 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Teardrop 6x8mm - Blue Zircon AB, 2 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls 6mm - Blue Zircon AB, 2 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Blue Zircon AB, 4 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Metallic Light Bronze, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Frosted Opaque Glazed Rainbow Peacock, 8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Rootbeer Lined Topaz, 8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Metallic Light Bronze, ~1 Gram
  • Leverback Earwires - Antique Brass, 1 Pair
  • Project Steps

    Start by threading approximately 3.5 feet of thread through one needle, attaching a stop bead.
    Connect the QuadBow beads by weaving through them, adding 8/0 seed beads between each connection.
    Incorporate 11/0 seed beads around the QuadBow beads to stabilize the structure.
    Add PieDuo beads at the top and bottom of the earring design for a decorative touch.
    Insert an earwire at the top of the earring design.
    Embellish the bottom of the earring with a Potomac Crystal Teardrop.
    Secure the thread by tying off the ends.