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Call Us in Brooklyn, New York | (866) 504-2702
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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. 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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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.
February 7, Sunday at 1pm
February 17, Wednesday at 5pm
February 20, Saturday at 4pm
March 1, Monday at 5pm
March 6, Saturday at 4pm
March 9, Tuesday at 5pm
March 14, Sunday at 1pm |
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.
February 6, Saturday at 1pm
February 8, Monday at 5pm
February 10, Wednesday at 5pm
February 14, Sunday at 4pm
March 7, Sunday at 1pm
March 8, Monday at 5pm
March 20, Saturday at 4pm
March 23, Tuesday at 5pm
March 29, 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
February 13, Saturday at 4pm
February 16, Tuesday at 5pm
February 21, Sunday at 1pm
February 26, Friday at 5pm
March 13, Saturday at 1pm
March 15, Monday at 5pm
March 21, Sunday at 4pm
March 31, Wednesday 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
February 7, Sunday at 4pm
February 11, Thursday at 5pm
February 23, Tuesday at 5pm
February 27, Saturday at 1pm
March 3, Wednesday at 5pm
March 7, Sunday at 4pm
March 20, Saturday at 1pm
March 26, Friday at 5pm
March 30, Tuesday 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.
February 6, Saturday at 4pm
February 15, Monday at 5pm
March 2, Tuesday at 5pm
March 6, Saturday at 1pm
March 11, Thursday at 5pm
March 22, Monday at 5pm,
March 28, Sunday at 1pm |
Wire Wrapped Rings Level 1: $35. Difficulty: Intermediate 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.
February 5, Friday at 5pm
February 14, Sunday at 1pm
February 24, Wednesday at 5pm
March 4, Thursday at 5pm
March 5, Friday at 5pm
March 14, Sunday at 4pm
March 18, Thursday at 5pm |
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Rings Level 2: $40. Difficulty: Advanced 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
February 19, Friday at 5pm
February 22, Monday at 5pm
February 27, Saturday at 4pm
February 28, Sunday at 1pm
March 12, Friday at 5pm
March 25, Thursday at 5pm
March 27, Saturday at 4pm |
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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.
February 12, Friday at 5pm
February 13, Saturday at 1pm
February 25, Thursday at 5pm
February 28, Sunday at 4pm
March 16, Tuesday at 5pm
March 19, Friday at 5pm
March 27, Saturday at 1pm
March 28, Sunday at 4pm |
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.
February 9, Tuesday at 5pm
February 21, Sunday at 4pm
March 10, Wednesday at 5pm
March 21, Sunday at 1pm |
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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.
February 4, Thursday at 5pm
February 20, Saturday at 1pm
March 13, Saturday at 4pm
March 24, Wednesday 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.
February 5, Friday at 3pm
February 8, Monday at 3pm
February 19, Friday at 3pm
February 22, Monday at 3pm
March 5, Friday at 3pm
March 19, Friday 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.
February 12, Friday at 3pm
February 15, Monday at 3pm
February 26, Friday at 3pm
March 12, Friday at 3pm
March 26, Friday 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
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