Carnival Earrings Tutorial

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This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Carnival Earring" design. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

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Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Carnival Earrings Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials
  • Crescent Beads: Metallic Light Copper (~8 Pieces), Milky Pink Matte (~8 Pieces)
  • DiscDuo® Beads: White Lila Vega Luster (~2 Pieces)
  • 2-Hole Bar Beads: Persian Turquoise (~8 Pieces)
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0: Duracoat Galvanized Silver (~2 grams)
  • Earwires: Gold Plated (~1 Pair)
  • .006 Thread, Size 10 Needle, Thread Burner, Glue (optional), Beadonit Board (optional).
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials and cut approximately 2 feet of thread. Attach a stop bead to secure the end.
    Begin by assembling the outer layer using Crescent Beads and 2-Hole Bar Beads, securing them in place with Seed Beads 15/0.
    Insert the DiscDuo® Beads at the center, ensuring they are flanked by Crescent Beads.
    Progress by adding the second layer of Crescent Beads on top, creating a dimensional look.
    Decorate the outer edges with additional Seed Beads 15/0 for a detailed finish.
    Attach the Earwires to the top of the earrings by threading through the beads or using an 8/0 bead for support.
    Finalize your earrings by securing and trimming the thread.

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Carnival Earring" design. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials
  • Crescent Beads: Metallic Light Copper (~8 Pieces), Milky Pink Matte (~8 Pieces)
  • DiscDuo® Beads: White Lila Vega Luster (~2 Pieces)
  • 2-Hole Bar Beads: Persian Turquoise (~8 Pieces)
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0: Duracoat Galvanized Silver (~2 grams)
  • Earwires: Gold Plated (~1 Pair)
  • .006 Thread, Size 10 Needle, Thread Burner, Glue (optional), Beadonit Board (optional).
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials and cut approximately 2 feet of thread. Attach a stop bead to secure the end.
    Begin by assembling the outer layer using Crescent Beads and 2-Hole Bar Beads, securing them in place with Seed Beads 15/0.
    Insert the DiscDuo® Beads at the center, ensuring they are flanked by Crescent Beads.
    Progress by adding the second layer of Crescent Beads on top, creating a dimensional look.
    Decorate the outer edges with additional Seed Beads 15/0 for a detailed finish.
    Attach the Earwires to the top of the earrings by threading through the beads or using an 8/0 bead for support.
    Finalize your earrings by securing and trimming the thread.