Bright as a Button Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

Tune in for a new way to use table-cut buttons! Grab some IrisDuo beads, Miyuki size 8/0, 11/0, and 15/0 seed beads, Potomac Crystal Rounds 4mm, and some jump rings. Stitch up a pair for all your friends!

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Learn a new way to use a table cut button in this PotomacBeads tutorial. Bright as a Button Earrings shimmer and shine like little stars from your ears.

1. Put a stop bead onto about an arm’s span length of thread. Bring the needle up through the back of the cup button. Add 13 seed beads, bring the needle around and back up the same hole in the button so the beads sit in one of the button’s ridges. Repeat 3 more times to line half the button.

2. Watch the Bright as a Button Earring tutorial to follow along with Dena as she guides you through the process of making these DIY earrings. Using IrisDuos and Potomac crystals.

3. Bring the thread to the back of the project by the stop bead and tie off. Add a jump ring to one of the outer 8/0 beads. Add an earwire to the ring.

Bright as a Button Earrings can also be made as a pendant. Switch up the colors and you’ll have a festive ornament for the tree.

Technique learned: Beadweaving

Project Length: 2 1/4"

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, 352 Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Matte Champagne 11/0, 48 Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 8/0, 48 Beads
IrisDuo Beads - White 7x4mm, 16 Beads
Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Smokey Topaz AB 4mm, 18 Beads
Table Cut Buttons - Opaque White Travertine, 2 Pieces
BeadTec DragonThread – Cry, 96"
Jump Rings - Open 5mm 20G Premium Antique Copper Plated Brass, 2 Pieces

Secondary Colorway:
Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Opaque Dark Orchid 15/0, 352 Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads - Dyed Blush Silver Lined Alabaster 11/0, 48 Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads - Matte Silver Lined Light Blush 8/0, 48 Beads
IrisDuo Beads - Crystal Etched Sliperit 7x4mm, 16 Beads
Melon Beads - Opal 4mm, 18 Beads
Table Cut Buttons - Opaque Lila Travertine, 2 Pieces
BeadTec DragonThread – Cry, 96"
Jump Rings - Open 6mm 18G Premium 99.9% Silver Plated Brass, 2 Pieces

Secondary Colorway:
Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, 176 Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads - Opaque Turquoise Green 11/0, 24 Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 8/0, 24 Beads
IrisDuo Beads - White Champagne Luster 7x4mm, 8 Beads
Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Smokey Topaz AB 4mm, 9 Beads
Table Cut Buttons - Opaque Jade Travertine, 1 Piece
BeadTec DragonThread – Cry, 48"
Jump Rings - Open 5mm 20G Premium Antique Copper Plated Brass, 1 Piece

Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

00:00 - Intro: Overview of the project and materials needed.
00:30 - Starting with 15/0 Seed Beads: Preparing the button and beginning beadwork.
03:47 - Adding Crystal 15/0s: Incorporating crystals into the design.
05:15 - Working with IrisDuo Beads: Placement and stitching techniques.
07:50 - Zig Zag Pattern: Creating a zigzag pattern with crystals.
09:28 - Adding More Seed Beads: Enhancing the design with additional seed beads.
13:33 - Reinforcing the Design: Techniques for strengthening the earring structure.
15:28 - Attaching the Earwire: Final steps to prepare the earrings for wear.
18:46 - Outro: Final thoughts and additional project ideas.