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on “Sari Silk Gift Wrap”:“really cute!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“Thanks for the great comments. This is a peyote stitch so each row only adds 1/2…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“That is really awesome!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“The black background for this piece really makes the vivid owls really pop! Thanks for all…” read »
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“Yes, thanks for sharing, Phoenix! They are very protective of their food sources, aren’t they?…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“Beady--Pure artistry!! This is wonderfully playful & would be so enjoyable to wear! I…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“I watched the video--precious! Adding red glass beads would definitely draw them. Thanks Phoenix…” read »
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“Thank you all so much for your sweet comments. KR - I designed the owls using a…” read »
on “Follow The Directions”:“So pretty! Love the colors.…” read »
on “Hummingbird Swing”:“Check out the bird supply store: Duncraft.com to watch a video of hummers using a…” read »
on “Follow The Directions”:“Thanks so much for all the comments!! I'm happy with this necklace and that I was…” read »
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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“How amazing is this. I always wonder how in the world someone puts something like this…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“I've never heard of a hummingbird swing. It's so sweet. Will they use it? Even if…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Your bracelet is wonderful. Yellow and grey. Who knew they could be so beautiful together? I'd…” read »
on “Follow The Directions”:“Lovely blue necklace!…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Very cute. VERY artistic!! How do you do all this? And is your…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Fresh Baked, I like the idea of a fairy swing, and if the birdie guys want…” read »
- on “Follow The Directions”:
“When I saw this I guessed it would be yours, Sweetjane, and it was. Very…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“You made me smile! What wonderful energy in this piece! Are you sure you…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“This looks so difficult. Did you have a pattern for the owls at least, or were…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“So adorable! I love the rich colors and different owl types. How creative and fun!…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Absolutely darling!! What a fun piece of art to wear!!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“This is so cute!…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Lovely work. Love all of the different beads and the colors are wonderful. So fun also.…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Close-ups of the upside down owls on either side of the center. …” read »
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“As always - more photos. …” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Such fun. I tried making a swing for my hens when they were little but it…” read »
- on “Stranger's Earrings”:
“Wow KR - those are long. Beautiful work. Sorry to hear about your problem Bev.…” read »
on “New year”:“The square bead is Lampwork glass. The same as most of the others. Seed beads in…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Gotta love Pinterest, friends! I saw some hummingbird swings posted on there and thought they…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Ditto! Complete success! So glad you were able to get it posted. I…” read »
- on “New year”:
“It looks great from what I can see...I especially like your touches of sari silk.…” read »
on “Hummingbird Swing”:“This is fabulous and so sweet!!! Thank you for sharing your inspirational swing!…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Successful attempt!!! I like the textures and whimsy in this piece.…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Love this!! Our little hummy is still in his leafless tree again this winter. …” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“This is too cute! I'll have to make one of these for my little buddies…” read »
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Beaded Hemp Tassel Earrings
About this design:
These earrings feel very beachy to me, like little bits of treasure that washed up on some sandy shore. This is the time of year, here in Michigan, that we all start thinking about going somewhere sunny and warm :)
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- 2 - 12" lengths of hemp
- 2 - 12" lengths of dark hemp
- 14 - 7" lengths of hemp
- 2 - Czech glass large hole beads
- 2 - Vintaj large hole faceted round 8mm beads
- 2 - Vintaj large hole faceted round 9.5mm beads
- 14 - 6/0 seed beads
- 1 - pair of ear wires
- 1 - adhesive (hypo cement)
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Gather 7 of the 7" lengths of hemp and tie together in the middle using 1 of the 12" lengths of matching hemp. |
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Step 2: Make the tassel using the darker 12" length of hemp to wrap the tassel together. |
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Step 3: Using the 12" hemp length from Step 1, tie on the earwire to the top of the tassel. Trim off tails leaving 8-10mm. |
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Step 4: String beads onto the tassel, securing with overhand knots and a touch of adhesive. Tie additional overhand knots onto the strands that do not get strung with beads. |
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| Package of 2 | $0.90 |
| Package of 2 | $0.95 |
| Spool | $0.95 |
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On Jan 22, 2015 at 2:49 pm #
Crystal Canary says:How fun are these?! I really feel your beach-theme….now, where do I find a beach in AZ? Maybe we’ll head over to CA this summer! Great idea!
On Jan 22, 2015 at 4:39 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Very cute! I actually love the background druzys!
On Jan 22, 2015 at 5:15 pm #
pearlsandme aka Monica says:They must be miniature landing lines, or whatever those boat ropes are called… Lovely color combo, love those Czech beads. I could certainly use some sun, beach or no beach, so even AZ might work, CC!
On Jan 23, 2015 at 7:30 am #
Asia says:Just love them, so much fun
On Jan 25, 2015 at 3:46 am #
P Orr says:Ugly earrings.
On Jan 27, 2015 at 2:05 pm #
bridgesp says:I think that are beautiful and different. Me, myself, am going to make them longer!!!!!!!!!!!!