Orchid Iris Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

Описание: Design the stunning Orchid Iris Earrings in this step-by-step tutorial. Blending RounTrio beads, halo beads, Delicas, and seed beads, this project creates elegant earrings with layered detail and customizable embellishment.

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This design combines structural weaving and decorative stitching, encouraging beaders to experiment with form, color, and finishes.

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
• RounTrio Beads - Metallic Violet | 6mm, 4 Beads
• Athenacast Halo Beads for Round 2-Hole 6mm Beads | Gold, 2 Beads
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Hot Pink 15/0, 1 Gram
• DB0134 Miyuki Delica Beads Opaque Purple Gray Rainbow Size 11/0, 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!

00:07 - Introduction – Overview of the Orchid Iris Earrings and kit mention.
00:26 - Materials – RounTrios, halo bead, Delicas, 15/0s, Dragon thread, ear wires.
01:01 - Starting the Base – Connecting halo and RounTrio with seed beads.
01:16 - Adding Bottom 15/0s – Thread path for four seed beads at the base.
02:07 - Bezel with Seed Beads – Encircling the halo bead with 10-bead segments.
03:16 - Switching to Brick Stitch – Adding Delicas above the 15/0s.
05:14 - Completing the Brick Stitch Circle – Joining the first and last Delica bead.
07:29 - Adding Picot Trim – Alternating 15/0s and Delicas to form decorative peaks.
09:41 - Building Eight Peaks – Continuing picot trim around the piece.
11:00 - Attaching Top RounTrio – Connecting the upper bead with seed beads.
12:31 - Outer Loops – Adding seed bead arches along the RounTrio.
13:42 - Adding Wire Guard – Securing thread for ear wire connection.
14:27 - Finishing Thread – Weaving down, tying knots, and trimming ends.
15:00 - Closing & Inspiration – Completed earrings and customization ideas.