Wrecking Ball Earrings Tutorial

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  • Wrecking Ball Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Watch out because these beaded earrings are coming in like a wrecking ball with crystals taking center stage in this beadweaving design! To make your own Wrecking Ball Earrings, you'll take a hand at bezeling around smaller-sized Potomac Crystal Rivolis with 15/0 Miyuki Delica Beads. Hit your Bead Mat or BeadOnIt Board to weave a project together that will leave you falling head over heels!

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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 12mm - Jet, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 8mm - Jet, 2 Piece
  • Miyuki Delica 15/0 - Rootbeer AB, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~1 Gram
  • Wire Guards - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Earwires - Antique Brass, 2 Pieces
  • Step-By-Step Instructions

    Start by threading a size 12 needle with .006 thread.
    For the 8mm Rivoli, string 22 15/0 Delica beads; for the 12mm Rivoli, use 34 beads.
    Form a loop by sewing back through the first few beads, creating the foundation for the peyote stitch.
    Add beads in a peyote stitch pattern, increasing the rows and tightening the beads around the Rivoli.
    Switch to 15/0 seed beads for additional rows, ensuring a snug fit around the Rivoli.
    Attach wire guards at the top of the bezel for hanging.
    Create a chain using a square stitch and attach it to the bezel.
    Finish by attaching the earwire to the wire guard.

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