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Mother of the Bride Earrings Tutorial

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Create stunning DIY "Mother of the Bride" earrings in this jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads! In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to use 4mm pearls, 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads, 3mm bugle beads, and crystal beads to craft elegant earrings. This tutorial covers basic and advanced beading techniques like right-angle weave and embellishments, perfect for both wedding accessories and everyday wear. All materials can be found on our website, and the tutorial is easy to follow even for beginner beaders!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Mother of the Bride Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm, 10 beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Amethyst AB 3mm, 8 beads
  • Czech Rose Petals - Purple Iris Gold 14x13mm, 2 beads
  • Miyuki Bugle - Silver Lined Gold 3mm, 8 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 11/0, 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Dark Mauve 8/0, 1 gram
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Premium 24k Gold Plated Plated Stainless Steel, 2 pieces
  • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm | 21g Premium 24kt Gold Plated Brass, 2 pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare your materials: Thread your needle with about 2 ft of size 8 white Dragon thread and prepare your 4mm pearls, 8/0 seed beads, 11/0 seed beads, and 3mm crystal beads. Create the base circle: String four 4mm pearls alternating with 8/0 seed beads. Drop them to the bottom of the thread and tie a double knot. Add crystal embellishments: Add a combination of 11/0 seed beads and 3mm crystals around the pearls to create a petal-like structure, reinforcing the design by pulling the thread tight. Tighten and reinforce: Sew through the 11/0 seed beads and 3mm crystals to pull the structure into shape, ensuring the tension is even. Start the right-angle weave: Incorporate 11/0 seed beads and bugle beads, following the right-angle weave pattern to form the earring's upper section. Attach the pearl drop: Add one 4mm pearl at the bottom of the design, linking it with the 11/0 seed beads for a seamless finish. Add ear wires: Attach the ear wires using wire guards for added strength, ensuring the earring is securely finished. Final touches: Reinforce the beading once more, tie off your thread at the back, and trim any excess.

    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"
    Mother of the Bride Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Create stunning DIY "Mother of the Bride" earrings in this jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads! In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to use 4mm pearls, 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads, 3mm bugle beads, and crystal beads to craft elegant earrings. This tutorial covers basic and advanced beading techniques like right-angle weave and embellishments, perfect for both wedding accessories and everyday wear. All materials can be found on our website, and the tutorial is easy to follow even for beginner beaders!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm, 10 beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Amethyst AB 3mm, 8 beads
  • Czech Rose Petals - Purple Iris Gold 14x13mm, 2 beads
  • Miyuki Bugle - Silver Lined Gold 3mm, 8 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 11/0, 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Dark Mauve 8/0, 1 gram
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Premium 24k Gold Plated Plated Stainless Steel, 2 pieces
  • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm | 21g Premium 24kt Gold Plated Brass, 2 pieces
  • Project Steps

    Prepare your materials: Thread your needle with about 2 ft of size 8 white Dragon thread and prepare your 4mm pearls, 8/0 seed beads, 11/0 seed beads, and 3mm crystal beads. Create the base circle: String four 4mm pearls alternating with 8/0 seed beads. Drop them to the bottom of the thread and tie a double knot. Add crystal embellishments: Add a combination of 11/0 seed beads and 3mm crystals around the pearls to create a petal-like structure, reinforcing the design by pulling the thread tight. Tighten and reinforce: Sew through the 11/0 seed beads and 3mm crystals to pull the structure into shape, ensuring the tension is even. Start the right-angle weave: Incorporate 11/0 seed beads and bugle beads, following the right-angle weave pattern to form the earring's upper section. Attach the pearl drop: Add one 4mm pearl at the bottom of the design, linking it with the 11/0 seed beads for a seamless finish. Add ear wires: Attach the ear wires using wire guards for added strength, ensuring the earring is securely finished. Final touches: Reinforce the beading once more, tie off your thread at the back, and trim any excess.