ALL BEADING BASICS CLASSES ARE FREE!!!
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CLASS INFORMATION
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CUSTOM CLASSES ALSO AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT!
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Beading Basics: Learn
the basics of stringing and attaching a clasp using dependable
construction techniques. You’ll also receive an overview of
tools and stringing materials. Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind
necklace or bracelet (or both, if you have time). As always, you
may use in-store tools, bring your own, or purchase them. All
beads, findings and stringing materials are available in small
quantities so you can buy only what you need for the project.
This is a fantastic class for people who would like to try beading for
the first time without any investment in tools or excess materials.
CLASS FEE: FREE; You pay only for supplies, approximately 1 ½ - 2 hours long
(Supply costs start from about $15 per piece on up, depending on what materials are chosen.)
Basic Chandelier Earrings: Learn
how to use your pliers to make loops on headpins and eyepins and attach
earwires to create a pair of dangly chandelier earrings. As
always, you may use in-store tools, bring your own, or purchase
them. All beads, findings and stringing materials are available
in small quantities so you can buy only what you need for the
project. This class is suitable for beginners.
CLASS FEE: $10 + Supplies, approximately 1 hour long
(Supply costs start from about $5 per piece on up, depending on what materials are chosen.)
Intro to Flat Peyote Stitch: Learn
the basics of one-drop, even-count peyote stitch technique and begin
work on a bracelet. Most will need to finish the piece at home as
this technique is beautiful but time-consuming. This class is
recommended for beaders who have at least a bit of beading experience and who
are comfortable working with small seed beads and Delicas.
CLASS FEE: $20 + Supplies, approximately 2 hours long
(Supply costs start from about $10 per piece on up, depending on number of colors and clasp chosen.)
Tubular Peyote Stitch:
Learn how to use one-drop, odd count peyote stitch to create a
tubular peyote stitch bracelet. Most will need to finish the
piece at home. This class is recommended for beaders who have a
least some beading experience and who are comfortable working with
small seed beads.
CLASS FEE: $20 + Supplies, approximately 2 hours long
(Supply costs start from about $10 per piece on up, depending on number of colors chosen.)
Intro to Wire Wrapping: Create
a wire-wrapped stone pendant. You’ll learn to make wire
loops, wrapped loops, spirals, and how to secure a stone in place. You
may also add beads to your wire as embellishments if you choose.
This class is suitable for intermediate beaders and dexterous beginners.
CLASS FEE: $20 + Supplies, approximately 2 hours long
(Supply costs start from about $5 per piece on up, depending on wire, stone and beads chosen.)
Floating Pearls or Crystals Necklace: This
technique gives the illusion that your beads are "floating". Use
pearls, crystals, or whatever you like to create a necklace. This
technique creates an elegant, delicate look that is perfect for bridal
jewelry. This class is suitable for beginners.
CLASS FEE: $20 + Supplies, approximately 2 hours long
(Supply costs start from about $10 per piece on up, depending on beads chosen.)
Beaded Wine Charms Workshop: Come make a set of
beaded wine charms! Learn how to attach dangles to the charms by
using headpins and making a loop at the top. Make them as ornate
or as simple as you like!
FREE! You Just pay for supplies! Takes approximately 1 hour.
(Supply costs vary based entirely upon the beads you choose to make the charms.)
Coraling: Learn
this beautiful technique and create a necklace or bracelet. The
technique is called coraling because it looks like branch coral.
Most people will need to complete the project at home.
CLASS FEE: $20 + Supplies, approximately 2 hours long.
(Supply costs start from about $10 on up depending on beads chosen.)
Dangles Bracelet:
Use stone beads, glass beads, Swarovski crystal beads or a combination of the three to make an
eye-catching bracelet that showcases all of your favorite beads. Most will find that they need to complete the project at home.
CLASS FEE: $20 + Supplies, approximately 2 hours long.
(Supply costs start from about $20 on up depending on beads chosen.)
Basic Wire Techniques:
Learn how to make a simple loop, a wrapped loop and a spiral.
These are highly versetile techniques you can use to make
earrings, bracelets, pendants, dangles and much more.
CLASS FEE: $15 + Supplies, approximately 1.5 hours long.
Embellished Wire-Wrapped Beads: Learn how to make these popular focal components using stone and Swarovski Crystal Beads. Beginners welcome!
CLASS FEE: $15 + Supplies, approximately 1.5 hours long.
PLEASE NOTE:
CUSTOM CLASSES
ARE ALSO AVAILABLE! If you'd like to learn a technique that you
don't see listed, would like to learn a technique you do
see listed at a different time, or just prefer to have one-to-one
instruction, call and make an appointment for a custom class! Rates are
$10 per hour of instruction plus supplies.
CLASSES ARE DESIGNED FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN 14+. However,
exceptions will be made for younger beaders with some experience or
those who are accompanied by a responsible adult. If you’re
not sure if a class is appropriate for you or your child please call
and ask.
ALL MATERIALS MUST BE PAID FOR IN FULL BEFORE USE.
PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF IF YOU HAVE BROUGHT YOUR OWN TOOLS OR MATERIALS.
