SuperDuo Medallion Earrings

PROJECT E8049
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Intermediate
This sunburst earring design is bead-woven using Czech Glass 2-Hole SuperDuo beads with Cymbal Bead Substitutes and Bead Endings. Miyuki round 11/0 seed beads add a bright metallic accent.
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 the video: How to Make the SuperDuo Medallion Earrings with Cymbal Bead Findings. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to bead weave this design using Czech glass 2-Hole SuperDuo beads, Cymbal Bead Substitutes and Bead Endings, as well as how to attach an earring hook.
By purchasing the supplies for this project, you will be able to make two pairs of earrings!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCT-511 - Czech Glass SuperDuo, 2-Hole Beads 2x5mm, Turquoise (8 Grams)
    Project uses 40 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-0044 - Cymbal Bead Substitute for SuperDuo Beads, Vitali, 2-Hole 5x2mm, 12 Pieces, Antiqued Silver Plated
    Project uses 8 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-537 - Cymbal Bead Endings fit Superduo Beads, Kolympos, 6.5mm, 4 Pieces, Antiqued Silver
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FEA-3025 - Silver Plated Long Elegant Earring Hooks 25x16.5mm (50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • DMRR-4212 - Miyuki Round Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 8.5 Gram Tube, 4212 Duracoat Galvanized Dark Berry
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
    Project uses 18 inches. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Yoga, Summer
Ingredients BCT-511, BMB-0044, FCO-537, FEA-3025, DMRR-4212, XCR-1285,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
SuperDuo 2-Hole Czech Glass Beads, Turquoise, 2x5mm, 8g Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8 Gram Tube.
$2.79 / Package | SKU: BCT-511
Cymbal Bead Substitute for SuperDuo Beads, Vitali, 2-Hole 5x2mm Antiqued Silver Plated (12 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 12 Pieces.
$4.25 / Package | SKU: BMB-0044
Cymbal Bead Endings fit Superduo Beads, Kolympos, 6.5mm Antiqued Silver (4 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.
$1.79 / Package | SKU: FCO-537
Earring Findings, Long Elegant Hooks 25mm, Silver Plated (25 Pairs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pairs.
$7.57 / Package | SKU: FEA-3025
Miyuki Round Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #4212 Duracoat Galvanized Dark Berry (8.5 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8.5 Gram Tube.
$4.05 / Package | SKU: DMRR-4212
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.65 / Package | SKU: XCR-1285
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
$29.15 / Package | SKU: XTL-0373
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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