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Nifty Navette Earrings Tutorial

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Discover the art of beading with our detailed tutorial on creating stunning jewelry pieces at home. Learn the intricacies of a unique stitch technique, and follow our step-by-step guide to bring your beading project to life. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and creative minds looking to add a personal touch to their jewelry collection.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Nifty Navette Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • QuadBow Beads - White Lila Luster, 4 beads
  • Potomac Crystal Navettes (In Settings) - White Opal 7x15mm, 2 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Flame Red AB 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Dark Mauve 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 beads
  • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 beads
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all your materials and tools. Prepare your workspace with a bead mat and organize your beads. Thread your needle and tie a knot at the end of your beading thread. Follow the specific stitch technique to create the base of your project. Add layers or details to your project by incorporating different sizes and colors of beads. Finish your piece by attaching clasps and findings, securing the ends of your thread.

    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"
    Nifty Navette Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Discover the art of beading with our detailed tutorial on creating stunning jewelry pieces at home. Learn the intricacies of a unique stitch technique, and follow our step-by-step guide to bring your beading project to life. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and creative minds looking to add a personal touch to their jewelry collection.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • QuadBow Beads - White Lila Luster, 4 beads
  • Potomac Crystal Navettes (In Settings) - White Opal 7x15mm, 2 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Flame Red AB 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Dark Mauve 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 beads
  • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 beads
  • Project Steps

    Gather all your materials and tools. Prepare your workspace with a bead mat and organize your beads. Thread your needle and tie a knot at the end of your beading thread. Follow the specific stitch technique to create the base of your project. Add layers or details to your project by incorporating different sizes and colors of beads. Finish your piece by attaching clasps and findings, securing the ends of your thread.