PDF and closer look at the pattern: Beaded Blue Jay Earrings Shopping Guide
Learn how to make Blue Jay beaded earrings using brick stitch in this step by step seed bead tutorial from Sara and Diego of AWASKA featuring Cylin™ precision cylinder beads from John Bead. If you love bird bead patterns, bead weaving earrings, or brick stitch beadwork, this detailed project shows how to build a striking Blue Jay design using carefully placed rows of seed beads.
In this workshop, Sara and Diego guide you through the entire process of bead weaving the Blue Jay, starting with the head and continuing into the dramatic tail feathers that give the design its recognizable silhouette. Cylin™ beads provide the clean cylindrical shape that makes detailed bead weaving patterns possible, allowing colors to line up perfectly and giving the finished earrings a beautifully structured look.
Along the way you will also see several tools used by professional bead artists, including John Bead’s magnetic needle storage box, fine beading needles, bonded nylon thread, lever back earring findings, and wire guardians for a secure finish.
This nature inspired beadwork project is perfect for bead artists who enjoy brick stitch earrings, bird themed jewelry, and advanced seed bead designs.
Materials featured in this tutorial include
• Cylin™ beads in black, sapphire, blue zircon, cerulean, light blue, matte macaron blue, and chalk white
• Fine beading needles
• Bonded nylon thread
• Magnetic needle storage box
• Lever back earring findings
• Wire guardians
Cylin Beads
They are available at many local bead stores and online stores. Here are two Amazon links to get you started.
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4gh37iQ
Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/41IVlZ1
Michaels US: https://bit.ly/cylinbeads
Meet the designers – Awaska
Awaska is a family run design studio created by a Latin American couple Sara and Diego, whose journey through traditional weaving eventually led them to Canada. Their work is deeply inspired by nature, color, and cultural storytelling, blending ancestral techniques with a modern beadwork voice.
Every design reflects a love of detail, patience, and the quiet rhythm of making by hand. Through their beadwork, Awaska creates a meaningful bridge between heritage and the present day.
We are proud to collaborate with designers who bring this level of intention and heart to every project. Follow Awaska on social media to see more of their beautiful work and creative journey. www.awaska.ca
