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Surf the Wave Earrings Tutorial

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If you are longing for the smell of the ocean and the feeling of sand on your toes, then this is the tutorial you need! Manifest summertime with Deborah's Surf the Wave beaded earring design. Join her as she teaches us step by step how to use glass fossil shell beads, Czech rounds, Gekko beads and seed beads to make this pair of earrings! Technique Learned:
  • Beadweaving The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Glass Fossil Shell Beads - Crystal Picasso Silver Wash, 2 Pieces
  • Czech Round Beads 4mm - Aztec Gold, 12 Beads
  • Gekko Beads - Jet, 12 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Gilt Lined Opal, ~1 Gram
  • Earwires, 2 Pieces

    • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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    • Czech Round Beads - Aztec Gold 4mm | Pack of 100

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    • Gekko Beads - Jet 3x5mm

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    • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 11/0

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    • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gilt Lined Opal 8/0

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    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Surf the Wave Earrings Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Glass Fossil Shell Beads - Crystal Picasso Silver Wash, 2 Pieces
  • Czech Round Beads 4mm - Aztec Gold, 12 Beads
  • Gekko Beads - Jet, 12 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Gilt Lined Opal, ~ 1 Gram
  • Earwires, 2 Pieces

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    If you love summer and the beach, you're going to love this PotomacBeads Tutorial by Deborah! Her Surf the Wave beaded earring design is the perfect accessory for your summer wardrobe.
    Gather up your Czech glass fossil shell beads, Czech rounds, gekko beads, Miyuki seed beads and earwires. Use a size 10 or 12 beading needle and about an arm span of thread per earring. Put a stop bead on your thread.
    Watch the Surf the Wave earring tutorial to see the step-by-step directions to decorate around the fossil shell bead with seed beads and embellishments.
    Use six seed beads to create a loop. Reinforce the loop by threading through the beads another couple times so that it can hold the weight of the wave earring. Add the earwire.
    The PotomacBeads Surf the Wave Earrings are a stunning accessory that will show off your skills as a beader. They are perfect for wearing out to the beach or anytime you wish you were at the beach! These earrings are made with high quality materials and feature a beautiful design. They are sure to make a statement and add a touch of style to any outfit.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers
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    Item Description

    If you are longing for the smell of the ocean and the feeling of sand on your toes, then this is the tutorial you need! Manifest summertime with Deborah's Surf the Wave beaded earring design. Join her as she teaches us step by step how to use glass fossil shell beads, Czech rounds, Gekko beads and seed beads to make this pair of earrings! Technique Learned:
  • Beadweaving The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Glass Fossil Shell Beads - Crystal Picasso Silver Wash, 2 Pieces
  • Czech Round Beads 4mm - Aztec Gold, 12 Beads
  • Gekko Beads - Jet, 12 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Gilt Lined Opal, ~1 Gram
  • Earwires, 2 Pieces

    • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Glass Fossil Shell Beads - Crystal Picasso Silver Wash, 2 Pieces
  • Czech Round Beads 4mm - Aztec Gold, 12 Beads
  • Gekko Beads - Jet, 12 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Gilt Lined Opal, ~ 1 Gram
  • Earwires, 2 Pieces

    • Project Steps

    If you love summer and the beach, you're going to love this PotomacBeads Tutorial by Deborah! Her Surf the Wave beaded earring design is the perfect accessory for your summer wardrobe.
    Gather up your Czech glass fossil shell beads, Czech rounds, gekko beads, Miyuki seed beads and earwires. Use a size 10 or 12 beading needle and about an arm span of thread per earring. Put a stop bead on your thread.
    Watch the Surf the Wave earring tutorial to see the step-by-step directions to decorate around the fossil shell bead with seed beads and embellishments.
    Use six seed beads to create a loop. Reinforce the loop by threading through the beads another couple times so that it can hold the weight of the wave earring. Add the earwire.
    The PotomacBeads Surf the Wave Earrings are a stunning accessory that will show off your skills as a beader. They are perfect for wearing out to the beach or anytime you wish you were at the beach! These earrings are made with high quality materials and feature a beautiful design. They are sure to make a statement and add a touch of style to any outfit.