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Willow Leaf Earrings Tutorial

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In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her Willow Leaf earring design using wire and select beads. The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 3mm - Aquamarine
  • Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 2.25mm - Labradorite
  • Miyuki Bugle 6mm - Matte Metallic Patina Iris, ~9 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold
  • Wire Round 20G - Gold Filled, ~4 Inches
  • Wire Round 28G - Gold Filled, ~4 Feet

    • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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    • Gemstones - Labradorite Faceted Round Beads 2.25mm

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    • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Gold 11/0

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    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Willow Leaf Earrings Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
    Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 3mm - Aquamarine
    Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 2.25mm - Labradorite
    Miyuki Bugle 6mm - Matte Metallic Patina Iris, ~9 Pieces
    Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold
    Wire Round 20G - Gold Filled, ~4 Inches
    Wire Round 28G - Gold Filled, ~4 Feet

    Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    If you're looking for a project that's both fun and stylish, look no further than these Willow Leaf earrings! This tutorial from PotomacBeads will show you how to coil wire to create these beautiful leaf-shaped earrings. You'll be able to wear these earrings with any outfit, making them the perfect accessory.
    Cut four inches of 20ga wire and four feet of 28ga wire. Wrap and coil the 28ga wire around the 20ga. Keep the coils tight, you can use your fingers to push them together as you go. Keep wrapping until you have three inches coiled.
    Bend the coiled section in the middle to form the bottom of your Willow leaf earrings. Wrap the ends of the wire together at the top and trim the short side. Coil another piece of wire to place in the center of the leaf.
    Create the veins of the leaf by adding beads to pieces of 28ga wire strung across the interior of the earring. Coil the wire at the top of the earring and loop it to add an earwire. Trim the wire ends flush with the pendant.
    Wire working is a great way to add a personal touch to your jewelry. With wire working, you can create earrings that are unique and stylish. Willow Leaf Earrings are a great way to get started in wire working. With a little practice, you can use the skills you learn to design earrings for any occasion.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her Willow Leaf earring design using wire and select beads. The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 3mm - Aquamarine
  • Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 2.25mm - Labradorite
  • Miyuki Bugle 6mm - Matte Metallic Patina Iris, ~9 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold
  • Wire Round 20G - Gold Filled, ~4 Inches
  • Wire Round 28G - Gold Filled, ~4 Feet

    • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
    Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 3mm - Aquamarine
    Gemstones Faceted Round Beads 2.25mm - Labradorite
    Miyuki Bugle 6mm - Matte Metallic Patina Iris, ~9 Pieces
    Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold
    Wire Round 20G - Gold Filled, ~4 Inches
    Wire Round 28G - Gold Filled, ~4 Feet

    Project Steps

    If you're looking for a project that's both fun and stylish, look no further than these Willow Leaf earrings! This tutorial from PotomacBeads will show you how to coil wire to create these beautiful leaf-shaped earrings. You'll be able to wear these earrings with any outfit, making them the perfect accessory.
    Cut four inches of 20ga wire and four feet of 28ga wire. Wrap and coil the 28ga wire around the 20ga. Keep the coils tight, you can use your fingers to push them together as you go. Keep wrapping until you have three inches coiled.
    Bend the coiled section in the middle to form the bottom of your Willow leaf earrings. Wrap the ends of the wire together at the top and trim the short side. Coil another piece of wire to place in the center of the leaf.
    Create the veins of the leaf by adding beads to pieces of 28ga wire strung across the interior of the earring. Coil the wire at the top of the earring and loop it to add an earwire. Trim the wire ends flush with the pendant.
    Wire working is a great way to add a personal touch to your jewelry. With wire working, you can create earrings that are unique and stylish. Willow Leaf Earrings are a great way to get started in wire working. With a little practice, you can use the skills you learn to design earrings for any occasion.