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Showroom Crystal Earrings Tutorial

Create the Showroom Crystal Earrings, a stylish and high-end looking design that mimics prong-set jewelry. This project features a clever use of SuperDuos, Miyuki 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, and a 14mm Rivoli, encased using a technique that creates faux-prongs. Perfect for both beginners and advanced beaders, this tutorial shows how to use basic stitching techniques to form a bezel, add dimensional detailing, and attach a wire guard for earwires. Materials include DragonThread, beading needle, and optional wire guards. Personalize your earrings by changing bead colors or linking them into bracelets for a cohesive jewelry set.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Showroom Crystal Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • SuperDuo Beads - Silver Labrador Full 2.5x5mm, 16 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Montana 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Black Diamond 14mm, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm | 21g Premium Real Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Form the Base Circle: Use 4 SuperDuos and tie them into a ring using about 3 feet of DragonThread. Step up to the second hole of one SuperDuo. Add Second Row: Add a sequence of 11/0 seed bead – SuperDuo – 11/0 seed bead between each existing SuperDuo to form the outer ring. Create the First Prong: Add 5 x 11/0 seed beads exiting a SuperDuo to form a curved arc. Step up through the middle bead (3rd bead) and add 5 x 15/0 seed beads to create a pointed prong. Repeat Prongs: Repeat the prong structure three more times to form a full bezel with four prongs. Insert the Rivoli: Slide the 14mm Rivoli crystal into the center before tightening and reinforcing the prongs. Reinforce and Secure: Stitch around the prongs again to reinforce the fit and tighten the structure. Add Outer Embellishment: Between the 11/0 seed beads at each corner, add 9 x 15/0 seed beads to create decorative edges. Attach Wire Guard: At the top center, exit from a 15/0 bead and add: 1 x 11/0, up through the wire guard, down the other side, another 11/0, and back through the center bead. Reinforce this loop for durability. Finish: Weave in and tie off thread ends securely. Burn excess thread and attach the earwire.

    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"
    Showroom Crystal Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Create the Showroom Crystal Earrings, a stylish and high-end looking design that mimics prong-set jewelry. This project features a clever use of SuperDuos, Miyuki 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, and a 14mm Rivoli, encased using a technique that creates faux-prongs. Perfect for both beginners and advanced beaders, this tutorial shows how to use basic stitching techniques to form a bezel, add dimensional detailing, and attach a wire guard for earwires. Materials include DragonThread, beading needle, and optional wire guards. Personalize your earrings by changing bead colors or linking them into bracelets for a cohesive jewelry set.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • SuperDuo Beads - Silver Labrador Full 2.5x5mm, 16 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Montana 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Black Diamond 14mm, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm | 21g Premium Real Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Form the Base Circle: Use 4 SuperDuos and tie them into a ring using about 3 feet of DragonThread. Step up to the second hole of one SuperDuo. Add Second Row: Add a sequence of 11/0 seed bead – SuperDuo – 11/0 seed bead between each existing SuperDuo to form the outer ring. Create the First Prong: Add 5 x 11/0 seed beads exiting a SuperDuo to form a curved arc. Step up through the middle bead (3rd bead) and add 5 x 15/0 seed beads to create a pointed prong. Repeat Prongs: Repeat the prong structure three more times to form a full bezel with four prongs. Insert the Rivoli: Slide the 14mm Rivoli crystal into the center before tightening and reinforcing the prongs. Reinforce and Secure: Stitch around the prongs again to reinforce the fit and tighten the structure. Add Outer Embellishment: Between the 11/0 seed beads at each corner, add 9 x 15/0 seed beads to create decorative edges. Attach Wire Guard: At the top center, exit from a 15/0 bead and add: 1 x 11/0, up through the wire guard, down the other side, another 11/0, and back through the center bead. Reinforce this loop for durability. Finish: Weave in and tie off thread ends securely. Burn excess thread and attach the earwire.