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Bohemian Earrings Tutorial

Perhaps you'd like to wander into Brick Stitch?!? Enjoy an adventure as you design your own version of Allie's Brick Stitch-styled Bohemian Earrings with a burst of floral in the middle! These unconventional beaded earrings can use up many beads in your stash; however, Allie chose to work with a mixture of Czech Pearls 6mm, Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads 1.5x2mm, alongside both 11/0 and 15/0 Miyuki Seed Beads. Be inspired to step outside the norm with this unique beadweaving project!!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Bohemian Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Perfect Form Drop 17x26 - Gold, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Light Coral Red, ~34 Beads
  • Czech Pearl 6mm - Choco Shiny, 2 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Champagne, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Seafoam Luster, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guard - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwire - Gold, 1 Pair
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather up the suggested Miyuki seed beads, Potomac crystal rondelles and pearls. Use the designer's recommended colors or choose your own.
    Using a size 12 needle, tie the thread to the top of the drop form. Start with a brick stitch to create the outer row of beads. Follow the easy step-by-step tutorial to make these beautiful bohemian style earrings.
    When completed, reinforce the thread through the top loop. Figure out which is the front of your earring and tie the thread at the back. Burn the thread ends with your burner. Make sure the earrings are mirror images of each other. You're now ready to wear your lovely Bohemian 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"
    Bohemian Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Perhaps you'd like to wander into Brick Stitch?!? Enjoy an adventure as you design your own version of Allie's Brick Stitch-styled Bohemian Earrings with a burst of floral in the middle! These unconventional beaded earrings can use up many beads in your stash; however, Allie chose to work with a mixture of Czech Pearls 6mm, Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads 1.5x2mm, alongside both 11/0 and 15/0 Miyuki Seed Beads. Be inspired to step outside the norm with this unique beadweaving project!!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Perfect Form Drop 17x26 - Gold, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Light Coral Red, ~34 Beads
  • Czech Pearl 6mm - Choco Shiny, 2 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Champagne, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Seafoam Luster, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guard - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwire - Gold, 1 Pair
  • Project Steps

    Gather up the suggested Miyuki seed beads, Potomac crystal rondelles and pearls. Use the designer's recommended colors or choose your own.
    Using a size 12 needle, tie the thread to the top of the drop form. Start with a brick stitch to create the outer row of beads. Follow the easy step-by-step tutorial to make these beautiful bohemian style earrings.
    When completed, reinforce the thread through the top loop. Figure out which is the front of your earring and tie the thread at the back. Burn the thread ends with your burner. Make sure the earrings are mirror images of each other. You're now ready to wear your lovely Bohemian earrings!