Oak Leaf Earrings & Necklace Beading Pattern

Learn how to make beautiful beaded oak leaves, using just two colors of seed beads in a fun square stitch design, and finish them as attractive fall earrings and/or a pendant necklace.  A great project for beaders of all skill levels, including beginners.

This simple beaded leaf necklace and earrings tutorial includes a detailed materials page, color information, a bead chart, over 100 high-resolution full-color photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment. Be sure to check out our “Mighty Little Acorn Earrings & Necklace” beading pattern for the perfect autumn set.

Finished Dimensions:

The finished beaded oak leaf earrings, made with size 15/0 seed beads, measures approximately  1.5" tall x 1" wide (3.8 x 2.5 cm), not including the earwires.  The size 11/0 seed bead oak leaf pendant measures a full 2" tall x 1.25" wide (5.1 x 3.2 cm).

Recommended Materials:

Earrings:

- #12 long beading needle
- 4 lb FireLine beading thread
- Size 15/0 seed beads x (2) colors
- 4 mm closed jump rings
- Earwires
- Flush cutter
- Chain nose or flat nose pliers

Pendant & Leather Necklace:

- #12 long beading needle
- 4 lb FireLine beading thread
- Size 11/0 seed beads x (2) colors
- 4 mm closed jump ring
- 2 mm round leather cord
- Fold over cord ends with rings
- End clasps
- GS Hypo Cement or clear nail polish (optional)
- Flush cutter
- Chain nose or flat nose pliers