Inspired by classic Oscar de la Renta–style earrings, this project features a beaded center ball with a voluminous tassel or pendant detail. You’ll sew and wrap bead strands to create a rich, couture-style look.
🧵 Materials
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Seed beads (Charlotte beads work especially well)
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Thin beading thread
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Fishing line (for the beaded ball)
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Beading needle
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Narrow ribbon or thin cardboard strip
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Felt (optional, for volume base)
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Clip-on earring findings with holes
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Scissors
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Fabric glue (optional)
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Small pliers (optional)
💎 Pro Tips
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Use nylon or fireline for extra strength
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Match bead size carefully for symmetry
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Work under good lighting—this pattern needs precision
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Test-fit often while building the bead ball
💡 Tip: More strands = fuller tassel.
💡 The following step creates a neat, beaded “collar” around the tassel.
💡 This bead ball connects the tassel to the clip.
💡 More detailed about the bead ball
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