BohBow Earrings Tutorial

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In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make her simple "BohBow" earring design using Potomac Bead Company's new "BowTrio" metal bead.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

BohBow Earrings Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • BowTrio metal beads (18x4mm, three-hole)
  • Large hole pearls (9mm)
  • Matubo beads (8/0 and 6/0 seed beads)
  • Lever back ear wires
  • 20 gauge jump rings
  • Chinese knotting cord (0.8mm)
  • Super New Glue
  • Scissors
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Thread zap or thread burner
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Chinese Knotting Cord: Cut a 10-inch piece and apply Super New Glue to the ends to stiffen.
    Add Matubo Beads: String an Aztec gold 6/0 seed bead, followed by turquoise Matubo beads on each side.
    Incorporate BowTrio Beads: Face the beads inward and thread the cord through the holes, starting from the top and moving to the center.
    Add a Large Hole Pearl: Thread the cord through a 9mm pearl, crossing in the middle to create a "harp" effect.
    Finish the Earrings: Loop the cord through the bottom hole of the BowTrio beads and add an 8/0 seed bead to each end. Tie a knot and trim.
    Attach Ear Wires: Use a jump ring to connect the ear wire to the top of the earring.
    Create the Necklace: Follow a similar process, adding charms and tassels for a complete look.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make her simple "BohBow" earring design using Potomac Bead Company's new "BowTrio" metal bead.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • BowTrio metal beads (18x4mm, three-hole)
  • Large hole pearls (9mm)
  • Matubo beads (8/0 and 6/0 seed beads)
  • Lever back ear wires
  • 20 gauge jump rings
  • Chinese knotting cord (0.8mm)
  • Super New Glue
  • Scissors
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Thread zap or thread burner
  • Project Steps

    Prepare the Chinese Knotting Cord: Cut a 10-inch piece and apply Super New Glue to the ends to stiffen.
    Add Matubo Beads: String an Aztec gold 6/0 seed bead, followed by turquoise Matubo beads on each side.
    Incorporate BowTrio Beads: Face the beads inward and thread the cord through the holes, starting from the top and moving to the center.
    Add a Large Hole Pearl: Thread the cord through a 9mm pearl, crossing in the middle to create a "harp" effect.
    Finish the Earrings: Loop the cord through the bottom hole of the BowTrio beads and add an 8/0 seed bead to each end. Tie a knot and trim.
    Attach Ear Wires: Use a jump ring to connect the ear wire to the top of the earring.
    Create the Necklace: Follow a similar process, adding charms and tassels for a complete look.