Pattern - Earring Projects/Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch Earrings

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Color-blocking takes this basic beading technique and turns it on its head. Use Miyuki Seed Beads in contrasting colors to create a bold design. Technique learned: Brick Stitch The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Dark Blue Iris 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Mix Wheatberry 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 24kt Gold Plated Brass, 2 Beads
  • Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Gold, 2 Beads
  • Earwire Earring Backs - Small 3.5x3mm Silicone Clutch, 2 Beads
  • BeadTec DragonThread - Black (Smoke) Size 6 50 Meter Spool, ~6 Feet
  • BeadTec Beading Needles Size 10, 1 Piece
  • Optional: Glass Accent Bead, 2 Beads
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
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    Pattern - Earring Projects/Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch Earrings

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    These Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch Earrings from PotomacBeads are the perfect way to add a little spice to your life. With bold colors and a unique design, these earrings are sure to turn heads! So go ahead and dare to be different! 1. Add a pair of 11/0s onto the thread. Put on another pair of 11/0 and pass the thread back up through the first pair to form two columns. Bring the needle back down through the second column and add another pair of 11/0s to form another column. Continue until you have 9 columns. 2. Let Anna guide you through building up the rows using brick stitch in the Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch Earrings tutorial. You will have a triangle shape when finished. Repeat to make another triangle. 3. Attach the two triangle pieces to form a diamond. Add a wireguard at the top and a crystal to the bottom for a little extra sparkle if you choose. If you're looking for a way to add a little extra interest to your outfit, why not try some Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch earrings? They're easy to make, and you can have fun experimenting with different color combinations. PotomacBeads has a great selection of beads in all different colors, so you're sure to find the perfect ones for your earrings. And if you're new to brick stitch, don't worry - it's a very simple stitch to learn. So why not give it a try? You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own beautiful earrings. Project Length: 2" Technique learned: Brick Stitch

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Color-blocking takes this basic beading technique and turns it on its head. Use Miyuki Seed Beads in contrasting colors to create a bold design. Technique learned: Brick Stitch The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Dark Blue Iris 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Mix Wheatberry 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm 21G Premium 24kt Gold Plated Brass, 2 Beads
  • Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Gold, 2 Beads
  • Earwire Earring Backs - Small 3.5x3mm Silicone Clutch, 2 Beads
  • BeadTec DragonThread - Black (Smoke) Size 6 50 Meter Spool, ~6 Feet
  • BeadTec Beading Needles Size 10, 1 Piece
  • Optional: Glass Accent Bead, 2 Beads
  • Designer's Material List

    Project Steps

    These Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch Earrings from PotomacBeads are the perfect way to add a little spice to your life. With bold colors and a unique design, these earrings are sure to turn heads! So go ahead and dare to be different! 1. Add a pair of 11/0s onto the thread. Put on another pair of 11/0 and pass the thread back up through the first pair to form two columns. Bring the needle back down through the second column and add another pair of 11/0s to form another column. Continue until you have 9 columns. 2. Let Anna guide you through building up the rows using brick stitch in the Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch Earrings tutorial. You will have a triangle shape when finished. Repeat to make another triangle. 3. Attach the two triangle pieces to form a diamond. Add a wireguard at the top and a crystal to the bottom for a little extra sparkle if you choose. If you're looking for a way to add a little extra interest to your outfit, why not try some Harlequin 2 Drop Brick Stitch earrings? They're easy to make, and you can have fun experimenting with different color combinations. PotomacBeads has a great selection of beads in all different colors, so you're sure to find the perfect ones for your earrings. And if you're new to brick stitch, don't worry - it's a very simple stitch to learn. So why not give it a try? You might be surprised at how easy it is to make your own beautiful earrings. Project Length: 2" Technique learned: Brick Stitch