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Port Charles Earrings Tutorial

The Port Charles Earrings tutorial guides viewers through the creation of lightweight yet bold earrings using IrisDuos, RoundTrio beads, 4mm bicones, and seed beads in various sizes (15/0, 11/0). The design layers beadwork in a floral, symmetrical layout and finishes with a secure wire guard loop for hanging. These earrings are fun to make, easy to personalize with different colors, and light enough for all-day wear. The tutorial demonstrates how to assemble the earring in a logical flow—from the structural layout to detailed embellishments—while reinforcing each section for durability. The piece can also be adapted into a pendant or charm, making it versatile and approachable for beginner to intermediate beaders.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Port Charles Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • IrisDuo Beads - Ancient Gold 7x4mm, 14 Beads
  • RounTrio Beads - Aztec Gold | 6mm, 2 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Light Rose 4mm, 12 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Athenacast Earwires Leverback - 18mm Premium Antique Copper Plated Brass, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium Antique Brass Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Create the Main Frame: Start with a stop bead. Pick up: IrisDuo (hole 1) → 4mm bicone → IrisDuo (hole 1) → 4mm bicone → Repeat to make a loop of 6 IrisDuos and 6 bicones. Form into a circle and reinforce by going around again. Add Spacers Between Beads: Between each IrisDuo and bicone, add: 1 × 15/0 seed bead. Reinforce to tighten the structure. Add the Centerpiece (RoundTrio): Exit a center point between two IrisDuos. Stitch through center hole of the RoundTrio bead. Attach using 11/0 and 15/0 beads on each side to anchor and balance it. Reinforce around the center bead 2–3 times. Add Bead Details Around the Frame: Exit top hole of an IrisDuo. Add: 15/0 → 11/0 → 15/0, then stitch into next IrisDuo. Repeat around to create decorative loops. Create the Bottom Drop Component: Pick up: IrisDuo (hole 1) → bicone → IrisDuo (hole 1) → form a small ring. Add 15/0s and 11/0s between beads for embellishment (same as above). Secure a small decorative center bead in the drop using seed beads. Attach Bottom Drop: Stitch the top IrisDuo of the drop component to the bottom IrisDuo of the main frame. Reinforce the connection by passing through multiple times. Add the Wire Guard: Exit top IrisDuo. Add: 15/0 → 11/0 → wire guard → 11/0 → 15/0. Stitch back into the IrisDuo to form a strong loop. Reinforce and attach earring hook through the wire guard. Secure and Finish: Tie off thread using half-hitch knots between beads. Stitch away from knots before trimming or burning ends.

    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"
    Port Charles Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    The Port Charles Earrings tutorial guides viewers through the creation of lightweight yet bold earrings using IrisDuos, RoundTrio beads, 4mm bicones, and seed beads in various sizes (15/0, 11/0). The design layers beadwork in a floral, symmetrical layout and finishes with a secure wire guard loop for hanging. These earrings are fun to make, easy to personalize with different colors, and light enough for all-day wear. The tutorial demonstrates how to assemble the earring in a logical flow—from the structural layout to detailed embellishments—while reinforcing each section for durability. The piece can also be adapted into a pendant or charm, making it versatile and approachable for beginner to intermediate beaders.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • IrisDuo Beads - Ancient Gold 7x4mm, 14 Beads
  • RounTrio Beads - Aztec Gold | 6mm, 2 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Light Rose 4mm, 12 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Athenacast Earwires Leverback - 18mm Premium Antique Copper Plated Brass, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium Antique Brass Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Create the Main Frame: Start with a stop bead. Pick up: IrisDuo (hole 1) → 4mm bicone → IrisDuo (hole 1) → 4mm bicone → Repeat to make a loop of 6 IrisDuos and 6 bicones. Form into a circle and reinforce by going around again. Add Spacers Between Beads: Between each IrisDuo and bicone, add: 1 × 15/0 seed bead. Reinforce to tighten the structure. Add the Centerpiece (RoundTrio): Exit a center point between two IrisDuos. Stitch through center hole of the RoundTrio bead. Attach using 11/0 and 15/0 beads on each side to anchor and balance it. Reinforce around the center bead 2–3 times. Add Bead Details Around the Frame: Exit top hole of an IrisDuo. Add: 15/0 → 11/0 → 15/0, then stitch into next IrisDuo. Repeat around to create decorative loops. Create the Bottom Drop Component: Pick up: IrisDuo (hole 1) → bicone → IrisDuo (hole 1) → form a small ring. Add 15/0s and 11/0s between beads for embellishment (same as above). Secure a small decorative center bead in the drop using seed beads. Attach Bottom Drop: Stitch the top IrisDuo of the drop component to the bottom IrisDuo of the main frame. Reinforce the connection by passing through multiple times. Add the Wire Guard: Exit top IrisDuo. Add: 15/0 → 11/0 → wire guard → 11/0 → 15/0. Stitch back into the IrisDuo to form a strong loop. Reinforce and attach earring hook through the wire guard. Secure and Finish: Tie off thread using half-hitch knots between beads. Stitch away from knots before trimming or burning ends.