| LATE NIGHT |
Join us for Late Night! Every second and fourth Wednesday night from 6-8pm, come in and bead, chat, snack and shop with friends! Late Night is free to attend, just call ahead to let us know you'll be coming. See you there!
| Wed Apr 25 | 6:00 PM | Wed Jun 13 | 6:00 PM | | Wed May 9 | 6:00 PM | Wed Jun 27 | 6:00 PM | | Wed May 23 | 6:00 PM | | |
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| BEADED TASSELS |
Ever wondered how to make beautiful, full beaded tassels? Debbie is going to share her trade secrets with you! Choose 3mm semiprecious rondels or Chinese crystals for a less expensive project with all the bling. Instuctor: Debbie. Approx 1+ 1/2 hours. $35 plus materials.
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| INTRODUCTORY CLASS: STRINGING |
Learn to design and make your own necklace or bracelet. This class will introduce you to all the different types of stringing materials and tools as well as how to attach a clasp. You will design and make one bracelet in the class using semi precious stones. Absolutely no experience necessary. Instructors: Staff. 2 hours; $40(includes all materials.
| Sun Apr 29 | 12:00 PM | | | | Mon May 7 | 11:00 AM | | | | Sun May 13 | 12:00 PM | | | | Wed May 23 | 6:00 PM | | |
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| INTRODUCTORY CLASS: WIRE WRAPPING |
In this class you will design and make 2 pairs of dangling earrings using semi precious stones. You will learn how to select the best wire for your project and two approaches to attaching beads so they dangle from your piece. No pre-requisites or experience is necessary to take this class, but we suggest that you take Introduction to Stringing first. Instructors: Staff. 2 hours; $40(includes all materials.
| Wed Apr 25 | 6:00 PM | | | | Wed May 9 | 6:00 PM | | | | Sat May 19 | 11:00 AM | | | | Mon May 21 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| INTRODUCTORY CLASS: KNOTTING WITH SILK |
Knotting not only protects delicate beads, but the knots can be used as a design element; knotting with leather is especially popular today. In this class you will make a 'tin cup' style necklace with large fresh water pearls, Swarovski bicones, and a sterling silver clasp. Basic stringing/crimping knowledge required. Instructors: Staff. 2 hours; $45(includes all materials).
| Fri Apr 27 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed May 16 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| STRETCHY BRACELET WORKSHOP |
Stretchy bracelets are so popular and you won't believe how easy they are to make! Let us help you get you started. We'll give you design tips, and show you the simple secret to creating unique stretchy bracelets. Instructor: Staff. 30 minutes. $35.00 plus tax. All materials are included.
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| KUMIHIMO |
Kumihimo is a Japanese braiding technique. You can braid multiple strands of cord, with or without beads. Our bracelet uses 6/0 seedbeads and there are lots of color options and patterns to make a bracelet to your liking! Finish it off with a cone and clasp. Knowledge of wire wrapping required. Instructor: Sandra. 3 hours. $35 (plus materials).
| Wed Apr 25 | 11:00 AM | | | | Fri May 11 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| STITCH OF THE MONTH - HERRINGBONE |
Stitch of the Month - Herringbone - Join us for the second month of stitch of the month workshops. This month we will be exploring Herringbone. This workshop will cover everything you need to pull off this stitch on your own and is offered twice, once on a weekday and once on a weekend. Towards the end of the month, we offer a project class that will put these skills to use. 2.5 - 3 hrs. Materials included. $40.
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| COUTURE STYLE EARRINGS |
With a little manual dexterity, you can look like you spent a fortune on these couture earrings. All you need is familiarity with beading tools, and in an hour, you'll walk out of the store with a pair of these earrings, in the color of your choice. Just make sure not to tell anyone how much you spent. Instructor: Debbie. 1 hour. $30 (includes materials - silver non-tarnishing craft wire, one strand of Chinese crystals, and plated earwires)
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| GEOMETRIC CRYSTAL COMPONENT WORKSHOP |
Pick crystals in any color to weave together among frame components. We love this style for incorporating the ombre trend that is all over the place currently. Perfect for beginners! Taught by Beads Staff. 1 hr. $20. Materials not included.
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| INTRODUCTORY CLASS: CUBE HERRINGBONE BRACELET |
Learn the flat herringbone stitch to create this versatile bracelet. This is an introductory class - no experience necessary. We've selected 4mm cube Miyuki beads for this class to make it a little easier to learn; after the class, you'll be ready to use any size seedbeads with this stitch. Instructors: Staff. 2 1/2 hours. $40 (plus materials)
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| GEMOLOGY 101 |
Curious about gemstones? Come spend an hour with our staff gemologist as we explain the basics of Gemology. We'll discuss crystal structure, how light affects stones, gemstone names and interesting facts about stones. Plus, see & touch all kinds of interesting gem and mineral specimens! Taught by Debbie Daum. FREE!
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| GEMOLOGY 102 |
Ever wonder how to tell what stones you are looking at? How do we know if it is treated or natural, how to distinguish one type from another? Is it lapis or sodalite? Agate or jasper? Come spend an hour with our staff gemologist as we explore in more detail how to tell what stone is what. Be sure to bring your questions! Taught by Debbie Daum. FREE!
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| BEAD SOUP STATEMENT NECKLACE |
Created and taught by our very own Denise Topkis. This is a BYOB (bring your own beads) statement necklace. Use whatever you have left over or create a whole new design from scratch. This is an intermediate class with some knowledge of Wire Wrapping required. 1 - 2 hrs. $35, materials not included.
| Mon Apr 30 | 11:00 AM | | | | Thu May 31 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| SEA GLASS CAGED PENDANT |
A quick class that breaks down how to approach free form objects without drill holes to turn them into beautiful souvenirs of your time at the beach (or at the local craft store buying more sea glass than you needed!). You may bring your own sea glass. You can buy chain or beads to make your own necklace around the pendant after the class. 1 - 1.5hrs. Instructor: Iti. $35 including sea glass and wire.
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| UNWINDING BEAUTY |
This gorgeous, playful earring is so simple to make! Use Swarovski crystals and seed beads to create a color combination that is unique to your palette. No prior beadweaving experience is necessary to sign up for the class. Instructor: Staff. 2 hours. $35 (plus materials).
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| MR. B BRACELET |
This is an Advanced Beginner class. This is a very elegant bracelet, the crystals give this piece just the right amount of sparkle which makes this design ideal for a casual or black tie event. Created and Taught by Edwin Batres. 5 hrs. $65. Materials not included.
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| COLIBRI PENDANT |
Colibri Pendant NEW - This is an Advanced Beginner class. This pendant resembles the beauty and perfect shape of a humming bird’s tail. The colors of their tails are always beautifully vibrant, which has captured my attention and provided me with priceless inspiration whenever I have been blessed by their presence. Created and Taught by Edwin Batres. 5 hrs. $65. Materials not included.
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| BOHO BUGLES |
Perfect your simple loop technique while making these bohemian, funky earrings. Use 12mm bugle beads, size 11 seed beads and head pins to create this piece. Instructor: Staff. 1 & 1/2 hours. $35.00 (includes seed beads and head pins).
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| RUFFLES IN SPRINGTIME |
This is an Advanced Beginner class – knowledge of even count peyote necessary.
Dress up for the Red Carpet, or tone down for blue jean days.
Narrow or wide – your choice. This bracelet is very versatile, so let your creativity run wild.
The base is even count peyote and will be done prior to class so as to allow time for the fun part - the netting embellishment done in layers of seed beads and pearls (or Czech or rounds). Directions for the base will be given when students sign up. You’re going to love this one. Fun to make and exciting to wear. Taught with permission of designer by Guest Instructor: Marianne Olbermann. 2 - 3 hrs. $55. Materials not included.
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| INNER GLOW PENDANT |
This pendant has an inner glow that is eye catching. The pendant is composed of a lunasoft cabochon, Crescents, Superduos, round beads, seedbeads and Swarovski bicones. For the necklace you will learn Chenille stitch using a combination of 2 colors of seedbeads which will then be finished off with a beaded toggle made of Superduos and seedbeads. Previous experience with beadweaving is a prerequisite. Instructor: Carmelina Calabrese. 3 hrs. $50
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| MILUN BRACELET |
This bracelet works up beautifully. The combination of Zoli duos and 2-hole Cabs make a statement on any wrist. With some Zoli duos also being different colors on both sides, this can also be a reversible piece. Taught by guest instructor Carmelina Calabrese. This is an intermediate class, some knowledge of beadweaving is required. 2-3 hrs. $50, materials not included.
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| LUMINOUS SPARKLE RING |
This class is for the advanced intermediate beadweaver. This sparkling luminescent ring combines right angle weave with cubic right angle weave to form this elegant solid ring. Swarovski round and bicone crystals surround a Lunasoft cabochon adding just the right touch of glitz. It can be made in the size option of your choice (or both if you’re feeling ambitious!). You will make the face of the ring in the class and start on the ring band, finishing takes a little longer but all points will be covered and shown so you can finish the ring perfectly. Guest instructed by Carmelina Calabrese. 3 hrs. $55 not including materials.
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