Engineer Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Learn how to create the elegant Engineer Earrings. Materials include Dragon Thread (size 6), size 11/12 beading needle, Drop Beads, 4mm Bicone Crystals, and Seed Beads. Click here for complete bead & jewelry-making supply lists: ➡️ https://www.potomacbeads.com/how-to/p... PotomacBeads Kits: ➡️ https://www.potomacbeads.com/kits/ Begins with ladder stitch, forming the earring's base. Adds five seed beads, creating a foundation for the fringe. Incorporates Drop Bads and 4mm Bicone Crystals into the fringe, enhancing the earring's aesthetic appeal. Emphasizes the importance of reinforcing stitches for durability. Concludes with attaching the earring wire and securing all threads. The designer's suggested colors & materials: • Potomac Crystal Oval Nugget Beads - Blue Green Rainbow 12x9mm, 2 Crystals. • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Peridot 4mm, 24 Beads. • Azuki Seed Beads - Silver-Lined Topaz Size 15/0, ~1 Gram. • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Premium 24k Gold Plated Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces. • Athenacast Earwires - Simple Ball 20x10.5mm | 21g Premium 24kt Gold Plated Brass, 2 Pieces. Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader! 00:00:00 - Introduction: Overview of the Engineer Earrings project and materials needed. 00:01:30 - Ladder Stitch Foundation: Demonstrating the ladder stitch to create the earring's base. 00:03:45 - Adding Seed Beads: Incorporating five seed beads to establish the fringe foundation. 00:05:20 - First Fringe Addition: Attaching the initial fringe with Drop Beads and Bicone Crystals. 00:07:10 - Continuing the Fringe: Repeating the fringe pattern across the base. 00:09:00 - Reinforcing the Structure: Strengthening the earring by retracing stitches. 00:10:30 - Attaching the Earring Wire: Connecting the earring wire securely to the beaded structure. 00:12:00 - Securing and Trimming Threads: Tying knots and cutting excess thread for a clean finish. 00:13:15 - Final Thoughts: Ally shares tips and variations for the Engineer Earrings. 00:14:30 - Conclusion: Encouragement to explore creativity and personalize the design.