Retired - Mermaid Isle Earrings

PROJECT E2204
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
Dive into Caribbean waters with these summery statement earrings, complete with chain tassel tails.
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

By following the instructions below you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.
  1. Please watch our video: How to Make a Statement Earring with Honeycomb 2-Hole Beads. In this video you will see how to weave these earrings, add the tassel and finish it off with earring posts. The technique in the video shows a similar style simply follow along to make one unit instead of three.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCH-0187 - Czech Glass Laser Tattoo Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole 6mm, 30 Pieces, Laser Web Matte Green Turquoise AB
    Project uses 16 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • JSK-0059 - Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 141 'Ceylon Snowflake' 8 Gram Tube
    Project uses 1 Tube. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1065 - Silver Plated Stud Earrings Ball Post & Ring 6mm (10)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-1016 - Bullet Clutch Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic with Pad 7x11mm, 50 Pieces, Silver Tone
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • PTS-155 - Chain Tassel Pendant, Ball Link Threads with Bell End Cap and Ring 64mm, 2 Pieces, Silver Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 1 Spool. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece
Additional Information
Theme Summer, Spring, Boho
Ingredients JSK-0059, FEA-1065, FEA-1016, XCR-1280,
Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 141 'Ceylon Snowflake' 8 Gram Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.49 / Package | SKU: JSK-0059
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: FEA-1065
Earring Backs, Hypo Allergenic Bullet Clutch with Pad 7x12mm Silver (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$2.09 / Package | SKU: FEA-1016
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.95 / Package | SKU: XCR-1280
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)

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