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Rio Earrings Tutorial

Say hello to Anna in today's newest free beading and jewelry-making tutorial from PotoamcBeads! She shows you how to create the beautiful and versatile Rio Earrings. Inspired by materials included in Bead Box, subscribe today and get tons of materials for tons of options to create amazing accessories. Technique Learned:
  • Fringe
  • RAW
  • Ladder
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Rio Earrings Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Tubelet Beads - Aluminum Silver, ~12 Pieces
  • Czech Round 4mm - Aztec Gold, ~30 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls 6mm - Half Silver, ~12 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 4mm - Light Sapphire AB, ~12 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Frosted Opaque Glazed Rainbow Shamrock, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Dusty Orchid, ~1 Gram
  • Earwires, 1 Pair
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and materials listed.
    Start with Ladder Stitch: Use Tubelet beads to create the base using a ladder stitch.
    Add Fringe: Construct the fringe at the bottom using a combination of seed beads, Czech rounds, disco balls, and bicones.
    Build the Top with RAW: Use right angle weave technique to build the top section of the earrings.
    Form the Loop: Create a loop at the top for attaching the earwire.
    Finish and Attach Earwire: Secure the thread, trim excess, and attach the earwire to complete the earrings.

    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"
    Rio Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Say hello to Anna in today's newest free beading and jewelry-making tutorial from PotoamcBeads! She shows you how to create the beautiful and versatile Rio Earrings. Inspired by materials included in Bead Box, subscribe today and get tons of materials for tons of options to create amazing accessories. Technique Learned:
  • Fringe
  • RAW
  • Ladder
  • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Tubelet Beads - Aluminum Silver, ~12 Pieces
  • Czech Round 4mm - Aztec Gold, ~30 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls 6mm - Half Silver, ~12 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 4mm - Light Sapphire AB, ~12 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Frosted Opaque Glazed Rainbow Shamrock, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Dusty Orchid, ~1 Gram
  • Earwires, 1 Pair
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and materials listed.
    Start with Ladder Stitch: Use Tubelet beads to create the base using a ladder stitch.
    Add Fringe: Construct the fringe at the bottom using a combination of seed beads, Czech rounds, disco balls, and bicones.
    Build the Top with RAW: Use right angle weave technique to build the top section of the earrings.
    Form the Loop: Create a loop at the top for attaching the earwire.
    Finish and Attach Earwire: Secure the thread, trim excess, and attach the earwire to complete the earrings.