Beads and thread combine in this
stunning jewelry duo. The lace pattern of these earrings and bracelet is
reminiscent of traditional Celtic knots. The small circles in the earrings and
cuff are created with short-rows worked within longer
rows.
Finished Size: Cuff : about 2" wide and 7" long; earrings: 21⁄4" wide and 21⁄4" long.
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread Size 10 (100% mercerized cotton; 350 yd [320
m]/3 oz [85 g]): #487 dark royal, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Coats &
Clark.
Yarn Weight: #0 - Lace
Hook: Size H/8 (1.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: 130 size 11° gold seed beads; sewing needle; fabric stiffener; parchment paper;
pliers; 2 gold fishhook earrings; 1 round end toggle clasp; 2 small jump rings.
Gauge: Cuff : 2 reps = 2" wide by 2" long in st patt; one earring motif = 21⁄4"
square.
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet Accessories, 2010