Create beautiful butterfly-inspired earrings, using LeafDuo beads, IrisDuo beads, and crystals. Learn the tools and materials needed, such as Dragon Thread, 15/0 seed beads, LeafDuo beads, IrisDuo beads, and crystals. Master step-by-step techniques like shaping butterfly wings, decorating edges, and adding wire guards for durability. Experiment with bead colors, sizes, and embellishments to create unique styles, with or without antennae.
Gather Materials:
Collect LeafDuo beads, IrisDuo bead, 2mm bicones, 15/0 seed beads, Dragon Thread, wire guards, and your beading tools.
Create the Butterfly Wings:
Thread two LeafDuo beads with their tips facing inward, separated by seed beads. Repeat for the bottom wings, ensuring symmetry.
Form the Wing Structure:
Tie the beads into a secure loop using Dragon Thread. Adjust to maintain the shape of the butterfly wings.
Add Embellishments:
Decorate the wings by threading through the second hole of each LeafDuo bead. Add three 15/0 seed beads between each connection for a detailed finish.
Attach the Butterfly Body:
Place the IrisDuo bead at the center of the design. Secure it by threading through its holes and reinforcing the connection with additional seed beads.
Reinforce the Design:
Add wire guards at the top of the design for durability. Secure all thread paths by reinforcing and tightening the connections.
Finalize the Earrings:
Trim excess thread and attach earring hooks or findings. Test the stability of the design before wearing.
Learn how to create beautiful and artistic RounDuo Bangle Stacker Bracelets in this DIY jewelry-making tutorial. Using RounDuo or RounDuo Mini beads paired with 11/0, 15/0, and 8/0 seed beads, this video will guide you through each step, from selecting materials to finishing with a clasp or continuous bangle design.
Learn how to create beautiful and artistic RounDuo Bangle Stacker Bracelets in this DIY jewelry-making tutorial. Using RounDuo or RounDuo Mini beads paired with 11/0, 15/0, and 8/0 seed beads, this video will guide you through each step, from selecting materials to finishing with a clasp or continuous bangle design. Perfect for both beginners and advanced beaders, this project allows for endless creativity with color combinations. Shop the materials needed and follow along to create your own unique bracelet!
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03-22-25
The tutorials that you give are absolutely wonderful and so appreciated. I am able to look at them again and again until I’m able to figure out how to complete the item. Thank you so much for sharing these patterns with us for free.
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Clare S.
03-21-25
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03-21-25
Amazing selection, high quality, and even better tutorials.
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03-21-25
Still can't find the draping pearls kit or tutorial!!!
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03-21-25
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03-21-25
Reviews indicate supplies may not be complete. I was hoping to ship this to another address but didn’t see that option available. So I’ll need to pay two shipping fees.
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03-21-25
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David M.
03-21-25
Found it extremely difficult to bring up “oval clasp”. Searched the whole site and would key in “oval clasp” and wouldn’t come up. Was ready to cancel order out of frustration.
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03-21-25
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Create beautiful butterfly-inspired earrings, using LeafDuo beads, IrisDuo beads, and crystals. Learn the tools and materials needed, such as Dragon Thread, 15/0 seed beads, LeafDuo beads, IrisDuo beads, and crystals. Master step-by-step techniques like shaping butterfly wings, decorating edges, and adding wire guards for durability. Experiment with bead colors, sizes, and embellishments to create unique styles, with or without antennae.
Gather Materials:
Collect LeafDuo beads, IrisDuo bead, 2mm bicones, 15/0 seed beads, Dragon Thread, wire guards, and your beading tools.
Create the Butterfly Wings:
Thread two LeafDuo beads with their tips facing inward, separated by seed beads. Repeat for the bottom wings, ensuring symmetry.
Form the Wing Structure:
Tie the beads into a secure loop using Dragon Thread. Adjust to maintain the shape of the butterfly wings.
Add Embellishments:
Decorate the wings by threading through the second hole of each LeafDuo bead. Add three 15/0 seed beads between each connection for a detailed finish.
Attach the Butterfly Body:
Place the IrisDuo bead at the center of the design. Secure it by threading through its holes and reinforcing the connection with additional seed beads.
Reinforce the Design:
Add wire guards at the top of the design for durability. Secure all thread paths by reinforcing and tightening the connections.
Finalize the Earrings:
Trim excess thread and attach earring hooks or findings. Test the stability of the design before wearing.
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