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Ancient Portal Earrings Tutorial

We welcome designer Dena Johnson as a contributor to the Potomacbeads channel. Dena likes using her creativity to escape from her stressful day job. We love when our community members share their talents and inspire others! Project Length/Size: 2" Technique Learned: RAW

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Ancient Portal Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • QuadBow - White Baby Blue Luster, 4 Pieces
  • PieDuo - White Lila Vega Luster, 4 Pieces
  • DiscDuo - Aluminum Silver, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle - Alexandrite AB, 12 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Bayberry, 32 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Eggplant, 48 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Labrador full, 38 Pieces DragonThread 0.006" White (one arm span), 64" Wire Guard - Silver, 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials and tools listed. Start with QuadBow beads, adding them to your thread along with the specified seed beads and DiscDuo beads following the tutorial's guidance. Incorporate PieDuo beads, alternating with seed beads, to create the earring's structure. Use the circular netting technique to connect the beads, ensuring the pattern is consistent and secure. Add Potomac Crystal Rondelles for embellishment, following the pattern. Finish the earrings by attaching the wire guard and ear wire, ensuring all beads are securely fastened and the thread ends are hidden.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Ancient Portal Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    We welcome designer Dena Johnson as a contributor to the Potomacbeads channel. Dena likes using her creativity to escape from her stressful day job. We love when our community members share their talents and inspire others! Project Length/Size: 2" Technique Learned: RAW

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • QuadBow - White Baby Blue Luster, 4 Pieces
  • PieDuo - White Lila Vega Luster, 4 Pieces
  • DiscDuo - Aluminum Silver, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle - Alexandrite AB, 12 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Bayberry, 32 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Eggplant, 48 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Labrador full, 38 Pieces DragonThread 0.006" White (one arm span), 64" Wire Guard - Silver, 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials and tools listed. Start with QuadBow beads, adding them to your thread along with the specified seed beads and DiscDuo beads following the tutorial's guidance. Incorporate PieDuo beads, alternating with seed beads, to create the earring's structure. Use the circular netting technique to connect the beads, ensuring the pattern is consistent and secure. Add Potomac Crystal Rondelles for embellishment, following the pattern. Finish the earrings by attaching the wire guard and ear wire, ensuring all beads are securely fastened and the thread ends are hidden.