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Beading Classes
All beading classes are one session each. Classes include the findings necessary to make each project, but not the beads. You are welcome to bring your own beads, or to purchase them at our store. We have all the necessary tools available for your use.
10% off all purchases on day of class!
Class fee is required at time of registration. All materials may be purchased on day of class.
Classes are kept small, 4 students maximum. Please make a reservation, as we can not accommodate walk-ins.
Please give us at least 2 days notice if you must cancel. Refunds are not given on registration costs. You may reschedule or have equal value in store credit. No refunds are given for no-shows or same-day cancellations.
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**Featured Class:
Domino Pendants -- $25.
September 19, Sunday at 12pm
Difficulty: Beginner 2 hours
Special One-time only workshop with special guest teacher, with Diana Gonzalez of The Craftaholic's School of Art & Creativity.
Do you like turning something old and boring into fabulous, wearable
art? If so, you might like to know how to create your own altered
domino-beaded pendant. This is a fun altered art project for both
pros and beginners, using old dominoes, paints or ink pens, beads and
cording. You will also need a drill to make your altered domino-beaded
pendant. Draw your own artwork, or use mixed media to create a unique work of art that is wearable!
**All materials are included, but feel free to bring your own if you have something that you would like to work with. |
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Crimping (Necklace/Bracelet)-- $35.
Difficulty: Beginnger 1.5 hours
This class will show you how to attach clasps to strung beads. You will learn a simple and secure way of crimping. In this class you will create a floating crimped bracelet or necklace. The price of this class includes 18" of soft flex wire, 1 base metal lobster clasp and jump ring, and base metal crimps. The cost of beads is not includted, but you are welcome to bring your own.
August 28, Saturday at 5pm
August 31, Tuesday at 5pm
September 2, Thursday at 5pm
September 4, Sunday at 2pm
September 16, Thursday at 5pm
September 18, Sunday at 5pm
September 22, Wednesday at 5pm
Septeber 27, Monday at 5pm |
Earrings Level 1 -- $35. Difficulty: Beginner 1.5 hours
This class will show you how to attach your earring designs onto ear wires. You will learn the "hangman's noose" wrap which is one of the basic staples in jewelry design. The cost of this class includes headpins and base metal earwires. Beads not included.
September 1, Wednesday at 5pm
September 4, Saturday at 2pm
September 9, Thursday at 5pm
September 12, Sunday at 5pm
September 20, Monday at 5pm |
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Earrings Level 2 -- $40. Difficulty: Intermediate 2 hours
Take the wire wrapping technique you learned in Earrings Level 1 and use it to make a pair of Briolette drop earrings with a cluster top. The cost of this class includes headpins and base metal earwires. Beads not included. Prerequisite: Earrings Level 1
September 3, Friday at 5pm
September 11, Saturday at 5pm
September 14, Tuesday at 5pm
September 19, Sunday at 5pm |
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Hoops -- $40. Difficulty: Advanced 2 hours
Fashion a pair of sassy beaded hoops completely out of wire. You will learn to make the hoop base and then wrap tiny beads all around the outside. Experience working with wire is essential. Wire to make one pair of hoops is included. Beads are not included. Prerequisite: Earrings Level 1
August 28, Saturday at 2pm
September 5, Sunday at 5pm
September 13, Monday at 5pm
September 25, Saturday at 2pm
September 30, Thursday at 5pm |
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Knotting --$35. Difficulty: Intermediate 2 hours
Learn the knotting technique and how to attach the thread to the clasp using beadtips. Now make a fully fashioned necklace with secure and decorative knots between each bead. Cost includes thread, needle, bead tips and clasp. Beads not included but feel free to bring your own.
August 26, Thursday at 5pm
August 30, Monday at 5pm
September12, Sunday at 2pm
September 17, Friday at 5pm
September 23, Thursday at 5pm |
Wire Wrapped Rings Level 1: $35. Difficulty: Beginner 1.5 hours
Learn to make beautiful and stylish wire wrapped rings with a center bead of your choosing. This is a good basic technique to develop into many other styles. Cost includes all the wire to create two rings. Beads not included.
August 27, Friday at 5pm
September 7, Tuesday at 5pm
September 18, Saturday at 2pm |
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Rings Level 2: $40. Difficulty: Intermediate 2 hours
Apply the skills you
learned in Level 1 Wire Wrapped Rings to
make more intricately patterned cluster rings. Cost includes the
wire to create two rings. Beads not included. Prerequisite: Rings Level 1
August 25, Wednesday at 5pm
September 24, Friday at 5pm
September 26, Sunday at 5pm |
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Wire Cuff Bracelet: $40. Difficulty: Advanced 2 hours
Get creative with this one of a kind wire cuff bracelet. We will wire wrap an assortment of stones to the base to make this bold bracelet. Experience working with wire is helpful.
August 29, Sunday at 2pm
September 4, Saturday at 5pm
September 10, Friday at 5pm
September 28, Tuesday at 5pm |
Peyote Stitching -- $40. Difficulty: Beginner 2 hours
This class will teach you how to do an even count flat peyote stitch, the easiest variation. It is also known as the "Gourd Stitch." You can use this stitch for necklaces, bracelets, or as a base for embellishments. In the class you will also learn how to add more thread and a clasp. Cost includes stringing material for one bracelet. Beads are not included.
September 11, Saturday at 2pm
September 21, Tuesday at 5pm
September 26, Sunday at 2pm
September 29, Wednesday at 5pm
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Square Stitching: $40. Difficulty: Intermediate 2 hours
This class wil teach you how to do a basic square stitch, also know as the "beaded ladder." This is a strong tight stitch with a clean edge that can be used for necklaces, bracelets and as a base for embellishments. In this class you will also learn how to add thread and a clasp. Cost includes stringing material for one bracelet. Beads are not included.
August 24, Tuesday at 5pm
August 29, Sunday at 5pm
September 6, Monday at 5pm
September 8, Wednesday at 5pm
September 25, Saturday at 5pm |
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Kid's Class #1 -- $25. Difficulty: Beginner 1.5 hours
This is an
activity for kids (age 6-10) and parents to do together. Supervision
is required. Children will make a necklace with a few large
centerpiece beads or charms on leather or satin cord. Cost includes
cord and clasp. Beads are not included.
August 27, Friday at 3pm
September 1, Wednesday at 3pm
September 10, Friday at 3pm
September 16, Thursday at 3pm
September 24, Friday at 3pm
September 30, Thursday at 3pm |
Kid's Class #2 -- $25. Difficulty: Intermediate 1.5 hours
Here is a class for older kids (age 10 +) who are ready to work on their own. We will guide the kids through the process of making a bracelet or necklace. Instruction includes learning how to crimp a clasp onto the end of a bracelet or necklace. Cost includes 18" soft flex string, 2 base metal crimps, and a base metal lobster clasp. Beads are not included. Your child can be as elaborate or as simple as your budget allows.
August 26, Thursday at 3pm
September 3, Thursday at 3pm
September 9, Thursday at 3pm
September 17, Friday at 3pm
September 23, Thursday at 3pm
September 29, Wednesday at 3pm |
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Private Lessons -- $45 per hour Do you have a special project
in mind that you can't figure out how to accomplish? Do you need a
little extra help or personal attention refining your technique? Do
you want to talk about design elements and how to play with shapes,
color, and balance? We are available for private lessons to focus on
your special needs. Just let us know what interests you and we can
discuss the details. |
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