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Mirror Mirror Earrings Tutorial
Use the latest Halo for IrisDuo beads to create simple crystal earrings. The Halo bead combined with the crystal, seed beads and woven together with size 15 seed beads creates a jeweler's style of bezeled earrings. Join Allie as she shows how simple and quick these Mirror Mirror Earrings are to make. In this DIY jewelry-making tutorial titled "Mirror Mirror Earrings" by PotomacBeads, you will learn how to create elegant and simple earrings using Halo beads for IrisDuo. The tutorial is led by Allie, who guides you through the process with step-by-step instructions. Here's what you will learn:
Introduction to the Mirror Mirror Earrings and the materials needed.
How to sew through the bottom hole of the IrisDuo and the Halo on the exterior to create a base for the earrings.
Techniques for beadweaving using various beads and stitches to create a decorative design.
How to add more beads in a specific pattern, emphasizing the importance of sewing through both the IrisDuo and the Halo.
The option to turn the earrings into a ring by using the same technique.
How to add a wire guard for added stability and fix a broken bead.
Opening a loop in the jewelry project using pliers and adding additional beads.
Securing the thread, tying off the project, and burning the thread ends for a neat finish.
Attaching an ear wire to complete the earrings.
Encouragement to experiment with different colors and designs for a personalized touch.
Technique learned: Beadweaving
Step 1: Choose Your Materials
Step 1: Choose Your Materials
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- Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel | Pack of 100
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- Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm | 21g Premium Real Silver Plated Brass | Pack of 36
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Step 2: Watch the
Video Tutorial
Step 2: Watch the
Video Tutorial
Mirror Mirror Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials: Halo Bead for IrisDuo - Rose Gold, 2 Pieces Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Fuchsia 4mm, 8 Beads IrisDuo Beads - Silver Labrador Full 7x4mm, 2 Beads Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~ 1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, ~ 1 Gram Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces Secondary Colorway: Halo Bead for IrisDuo - Antique Brass, 2 Pieces Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Cobalt Opal 4mm, 8 Beads IrisDuo Beads - Vintage Copper 7x4mm, 2 Beads Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Dark Blue Iris 15/0, 1 Gram Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces
Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps
Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps
Quick Project Steps
Quick Project Steps
Start with one IrisDuo and one Halo bead per earring.
Sew through the bottom hole of IrisDuo and Halo, adding seed beads and a crystal bicone.
Repeat the bead addition on the opposite side, ensuring to pass through both IrisDuo and Halo.
Add more beads to create a decorative bezel around the Halo, using different seed bead colors for contrast.
Secure the design with a wire guard for stability, hiding the knot at the back.
Attach the earwire to complete the earring.
Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors
Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 6: Choose Your Next Project
Step 6: Choose Your Next Project
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Item Description
Use the latest Halo for IrisDuo beads to create simple crystal earrings. The Halo bead combined with the crystal, seed beads and woven together with size 15 seed beads creates a jeweler's style of bezeled earrings. Join Allie as she shows how simple and quick these Mirror Mirror Earrings are to make. In this DIY jewelry-making tutorial titled "Mirror Mirror Earrings" by PotomacBeads, you will learn how to create elegant and simple earrings using Halo beads for IrisDuo. The tutorial is led by Allie, who guides you through the process with step-by-step instructions. Here's what you will learn:
Introduction to the Mirror Mirror Earrings and the materials needed.
How to sew through the bottom hole of the IrisDuo and the Halo on the exterior to create a base for the earrings.
Techniques for beadweaving using various beads and stitches to create a decorative design.
How to add more beads in a specific pattern, emphasizing the importance of sewing through both the IrisDuo and the Halo.
The option to turn the earrings into a ring by using the same technique.
How to add a wire guard for added stability and fix a broken bead.
Opening a loop in the jewelry project using pliers and adding additional beads.
Securing the thread, tying off the project, and burning the thread ends for a neat finish.
Attaching an ear wire to complete the earrings.
Encouragement to experiment with different colors and designs for a personalized touch.
Technique learned: Beadweaving
Designer's Material List
The designer's suggested colors & materials: Halo Bead for IrisDuo - Rose Gold, 2 Pieces Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Fuchsia 4mm, 8 Beads IrisDuo Beads - Silver Labrador Full 7x4mm, 2 Beads Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~ 1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, ~ 1 Gram Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces Secondary Colorway: Halo Bead for IrisDuo - Antique Brass, 2 Pieces Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Cobalt Opal 4mm, 8 Beads IrisDuo Beads - Vintage Copper 7x4mm, 2 Beads Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Dark Blue Iris 15/0, 1 Gram Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces
Project Steps
Start with one IrisDuo and one Halo bead per earring.
Sew through the bottom hole of IrisDuo and Halo, adding seed beads and a crystal bicone.
Repeat the bead addition on the opposite side, ensuring to pass through both IrisDuo and Halo.
Add more beads to create a decorative bezel around the Halo, using different seed bead colors for contrast.
Secure the design with a wire guard for stability, hiding the knot at the back.
Attach the earwire to complete the earring.
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