Chelsea Drop Earrings Tutorial

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Sheryl has yet again created an amazing pair of earrings featuring the MiniDuo, a smaller SuperDuo bead. Use this DIY tutorial to learn how to use thread and needle to create a net of beads in this flourish shaped design. Project Length/Size: 2" Technique learned: Beadweaving

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Chelsea Drop Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • MiniDuo Beads - Turquoise Picasso, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Smokey Topaz AB, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Jet, 32 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm- Smokey Topaz, 2 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Translucent Eucalyptus, 24 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Labrador Full, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires
    Secondary Colourway:
  • MiniDuo Beads - Silver 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Amethyst 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Tanzanite 32 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette - Amethyst 2
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - White Ceylon 24 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte White ~ 1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - 2
  • Earwires -
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    If you're looking for a fun and creative beadweaving project, look no further than the Chelsea Drop earrings from PotomacBeads. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to create a net of beads in a flourish shape, using only a few basic beadweaving techniques. So grab your supplies and let's get started!
    Decide which color scheme you would like your earrings to be and collect the designer's suggested materials.
    Start by adding 4 of the Potomac crystals, each separated by a seed bead to about 3 feet of thread. Tie them up into a loop. Sew through the last seed bead with a size 10 needle. Create arches consisting of seed beads and rondelles.
    Watch Allie in the Chelsea Drop earrings tutorial to see detailed step-by-step directions to bead your earrings. You can expand this design to make a bracelet, or use as a beautiful matching pendant.
    These gorgeous earrings are absolutely stunning, and they are sure to make any outfit look even more amazing. The Chelsea Drop earrings are so versatile, you can wear them with anything from a casual outfit to a formal dress.
    If you are looking for a unique gift for a friend or loved one, these earrings are a great choice. They are sure to appreciate the thought and effort that went into making them, and they will cherish them for years to come.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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

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    Item Description

    Sheryl has yet again created an amazing pair of earrings featuring the MiniDuo, a smaller SuperDuo bead. Use this DIY tutorial to learn how to use thread and needle to create a net of beads in this flourish shaped design. Project Length/Size: 2" Technique learned: Beadweaving

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • MiniDuo Beads - Turquoise Picasso, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Smokey Topaz AB, 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Jet, 32 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm- Smokey Topaz, 2 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Translucent Eucalyptus, 24 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Labrador Full, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires
    Secondary Colourway:
  • MiniDuo Beads - Silver 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Amethyst 8 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Tanzanite 32 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette - Amethyst 2
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - White Ceylon 24 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte White ~ 1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - 2
  • Earwires -
  • Project Steps

    If you're looking for a fun and creative beadweaving project, look no further than the Chelsea Drop earrings from PotomacBeads. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to create a net of beads in a flourish shape, using only a few basic beadweaving techniques. So grab your supplies and let's get started!
    Decide which color scheme you would like your earrings to be and collect the designer's suggested materials.
    Start by adding 4 of the Potomac crystals, each separated by a seed bead to about 3 feet of thread. Tie them up into a loop. Sew through the last seed bead with a size 10 needle. Create arches consisting of seed beads and rondelles.
    Watch Allie in the Chelsea Drop earrings tutorial to see detailed step-by-step directions to bead your earrings. You can expand this design to make a bracelet, or use as a beautiful matching pendant.
    These gorgeous earrings are absolutely stunning, and they are sure to make any outfit look even more amazing. The Chelsea Drop earrings are so versatile, you can wear them with anything from a casual outfit to a formal dress.
    If you are looking for a unique gift for a friend or loved one, these earrings are a great choice. They are sure to appreciate the thought and effort that went into making them, and they will cherish them for years to come.