Create these 1920s-style crystal earrings using 4mm Potomac Crystal Bicones along with size 8 and size 11 Miyuki Japanese seed beads. These earrings are sure to bring the roaring vibes back to swinging life as they dangle from your ears.
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In this DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads, you will learn how to create the Angel Fan Earrings, a pair of 1920s-style crystal earrings. The tutorial is designed to inspire your creativity and help you become a more proficient beader. Here's what you will learn:
•The materials needed for the project, including 4mm Potomac Crystal Bicones, size 8 and size 11 Miyuki Japanese seed beads, a wire guard, and an ear wire.
•How to start the project with a ladder stitch to create the base of the earring.
•The process of herringbone stitch with a twist, adding beads in between for a unique design.
•How to connect the wire guard and ear wire to the beaded piece.
•Tips and techniques for creating a professional-looking finish.
Technique learned: Beadweaving
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
•Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Indicolite 4mm, ~ 22 Beads
•Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
•Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Dark Bronze 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
•Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Rose Gold Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
•Leverback Earwires - 18mm Premium Antique Brass Plated. 2 Pieces
Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!
00:00 - Introduction
00:38 - Step 1: Gathering materials
02:45 - Step 2: Beginning the herringbone stitch with a twist
06:12 - Step 3: Continuing the herringbone stitch
10:12 - Step 4: Finalizing the beading
13:01 - Step 5: Connecting the wire guard and ear wire to the beaded piece.
16:36 - Outro: Final thoughts
17 май 2024
