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Radiant Starburst Earrings Tutorial

The stars will always shine upon you when wearing the breathtaking Radiant Starburst Earrings by Tereza from PotomacBeads. Besides looking exceptional, these earings do not require a lot of varied materials. They are comprised of Miyuki Round and Delica Seed Beads, Half Tilas, Dome Beads and Chatons. This a great peyote and herringbone stitched project for any leftover beads in your stash! Technique Learned: Peyote

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Radiant Starburst Earrings Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials: Dome Beads 10x6mm - Hartford Green, ~2 Pieces Potomac Crystal Chaton SS39 (8mm) - Aqua, ~2 Pieces Miyuki Half Tila - Metallic Green Iris, ~24 Pieces Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Matte Nickel Plated, ~1 Gram Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Matte Dark Sea Foam, ~0.5 Gram Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Dyed Eucalyptus, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Smoke Grey Luster, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Picasso Chartreuse, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Matte Opaque Sea Foam, ~0.5 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Sea Foam, ~0.5 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Picasso Chartreuse Matte, ~0.5 Gram Leverback Earrings - Stainless Steel, ~1 Pair

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Begin with Peyote Stitch: Start by bezeling the dome bead with peyote stitch, creating a circular base and covering the sides.
Expand with Herringbone Stitch: Build the earring's body around the bezel using herringbone stitch, adding layers and texture.
Bezel the Chaton: Create a bezel for the chaton using peyote stitch, then attach it to the top of the earring.
Assemble the Earring: Connect the bezelled dome and chaton, then attach the earwire to complete the earring.
Customize Your Design: Adjust the design to use leftover beads or add personal touches like a tassel for a longer earring.

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"
Radiant Starburst Earrings Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

The stars will always shine upon you when wearing the breathtaking Radiant Starburst Earrings by Tereza from PotomacBeads. Besides looking exceptional, these earings do not require a lot of varied materials. They are comprised of Miyuki Round and Delica Seed Beads, Half Tilas, Dome Beads and Chatons. This a great peyote and herringbone stitched project for any leftover beads in your stash! Technique Learned: Peyote

Designer's Material List

The Designer's suggested colors and materials: Dome Beads 10x6mm - Hartford Green, ~2 Pieces Potomac Crystal Chaton SS39 (8mm) - Aqua, ~2 Pieces Miyuki Half Tila - Metallic Green Iris, ~24 Pieces Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Matte Nickel Plated, ~1 Gram Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Matte Dark Sea Foam, ~0.5 Gram Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Dyed Eucalyptus, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Smoke Grey Luster, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Picasso Chartreuse, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Matte Opaque Sea Foam, ~0.5 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Sea Foam, ~0.5 Gram Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Picasso Chartreuse Matte, ~0.5 Gram Leverback Earrings - Stainless Steel, ~1 Pair

Project Steps

Begin with Peyote Stitch: Start by bezeling the dome bead with peyote stitch, creating a circular base and covering the sides.
Expand with Herringbone Stitch: Build the earring's body around the bezel using herringbone stitch, adding layers and texture.
Bezel the Chaton: Create a bezel for the chaton using peyote stitch, then attach it to the top of the earring.
Assemble the Earring: Connect the bezelled dome and chaton, then attach the earwire to complete the earring.
Customize Your Design: Adjust the design to use leftover beads or add personal touches like a tassel for a longer earring.