Viking Knit Beaded Earrings

Put your viking knitting skills to good use with this tutorial for Viking Knit Beaded Earrings. Would you have guessed that viking wire weaving could be used to create such a contemporary piece of jewelry? This technique has been in use for centuries, but creative jewelry designers are still discovering new ways to make viking knit jewelry. The basic viking knit is used to form the body of the hoop, and a core wire runs through the center to help the hoop keep its shape. Rich, jewel-tone beads add a very luxurious touch to these intricately woven wire earrings.

Project TypeMake a Project

Bead TypeCrystal, Metal, Seed

Time to CompleteIn an evening

Bead Technique UsedChainmail/Wirework

Bead Project TypeEarrings