| 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 Nov 28 | 6:00 PM | | | | Wed Dec 12 | 6:00 PM | | | | Wed Dec 26 | 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.
| Sat Nov 24 | 3:00 PM | | | | Thu Dec 6 | 11:00 AM | | | | Sat Dec 15 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Dec 26 | 6:00 PM | | |
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| INTRODUCTORY CLASS: WIRE WRAPPING |
In this class you will design and make a pair of dangling earrings (either 2-drop or 3-drop) 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 Nov 28 | 6:00 PM | | | | Sun Dec 9 | 12:00 PM | | | | Wed Dec 12 | 6:00 PM | | | | Thu Dec 20 | 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).
| Thu Nov 29 | 11:00 AM | | | | Fri Dec 14 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| SPARKLING SNOWFLAKE |
Our sparkling snow flake creates a winter wonderland. Made with Swarovski crystals, it twinkles as it moves. It's light enough for earrings, substantial enough for a pendant. Or make three for a set! Some beadweaving experience is required. Instructor: Staff. One hour. $20 (Iincludes all materials for one snowflake.)
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| FREE STRETCHY DEMO CLASS! |
Curious about how to make an elastic bracelet last? Come to this FREE class to learn everything you've ever wanted to know about strong stretchy bracelets! You won't make a project in this class, but you'll gain all the knowledge required to make beautiful, quality stetchy bracelets for years to come. Bring a friend!
| Sat Dec 1 | 2:00 PM | | | | Sat Dec 8 | 2:00 PM | | | | Sat Dec 15 | 2:00 PM | | | | Sat Dec 22 | 2:00 PM | | |
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| ROLO AND LEATHER BRACELET |
Just Google 'Rolo Cuff Bracelet' and you'll see that this is a new fad. This casual bracelet is made with rolo chain and 'distressed' Greek leather. Weave the two together, and finish it with a self-closing slider. The slider closing means it will fit just about anyone, so makes a great gift. Can also be made in a smaller version with C-Lon. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Instructor: Staff. 90 minutes. $25,(plus materials)
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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 (also makes a nice pendant). Just make sure not to tell anyone how much you spent. Instructor: Debbie or Denise. 1 hour. $30 (includes materials - silver non-tarnishing craft wire, one strand of Chinese crystals, and plated earwires). Pre-made forms or other beads extra.
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| WIRE CAGED PENDANT |
New Project Class. This is the answer to that cabachon you have that you'd love to turn into a pendant. Or beads that would benefit from some wire embellishing to create a unique pendant. Also the perfect answer to how to wear your favorite stones from our Crystal Energy Center! Learn to mold craft wire around the piece of your choice, and to create swirls and whirls, and add interest to any piece. Must have some wire wrapping experience. This is a fun, intermediate class. Instructor: Staff. 1.5 hours. $35 (plus materials)
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| SO FAUX TENNIS BRACELET |
Join us to have as much fun making this bracelet as you will have wearing it! We were inspired to create a piece with the stunning sparkle and clean design of a diamond tennis bracelet, but at a fraction of the price. Select Swarovski or Chinese crystals, and silver or gold seedbead 'prongs'. This is an introductory class - but hopefully not your very first project! Instructor: Staff. 2 1/2 hours. $35 (gold or silver seedbeads included; other materials extra)
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| GALAXY BRACELET |
Cup chain is a versatile rhinestone chain perfect for adding sparkle to your projects. This bracelet incorporates cup chain, rolo chain and leather to weave the cup chain into place. With an adjustable slide clasp, this makes an easy gift or stacking bracelet just in time to add to your fall/holiday arm stacks. $35. Materials not included.
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| FINGER WEAVING |
Wire woven pieces come in many forms, this is just another one to help build your wire working skills. Commonly, this type of a weave uses an inner form to build around but this one just uses your fingers to build. Fun and easy. Some previous wire working skills are recommended but not required. BYOW (bring your own wire, our sample uses 24g dead soft anti-tarnish craft wire) or pick your plating of choice day of the class. 2 hrs. $35. Materials not included.
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| FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS BRACELET |
This versatile bracelet can work up as a bangle or be made with a magnetic clasp. Perfectly in time for the holidays, it can be made in any colorway. It uses a combination of superduos, 11’s, 15’s and 4mm bicones. Maybe you’ll get bit by the bug and make one for each season! This pattern was a holiday gift to us by the talented Jill Wiseman (taught with permission by our staff). 2-3 hrs. $35 plus materials.
| Sat Nov 24 | 11:00 AM | | | | Mon Dec 3 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Dec 12 | 4:00 PM | | |
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| MACRAME WITH LINKS |
A modern twist on a classic stitch! In this class you will learn how to use a basic macramé knot to complement a focal link piece. We've jazzed up the slider clasp as well, so you can make this simple bracelet fit anyone with ease. Beads staff. 90 minutes. $35 (Includes knotting cord in your choice of color.)
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| CHAN LUU INSPIRED SINGLE WRAP BRACELET |
By now, you've probably seen these gorgeous bracelets gracing many a wrist and likely own a few yourself. Come in and learn how to do a short version as a single wrap using leather, fireline, firepolished crystals and a button. Design it to your liking and take your skills home to make the multi-wrap styles we all love so much.
1.5-2hrs. Instructor: Staff. Leather and fireline included in cost of class, only beads and button are extra. $35.
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| OMBRE 'FIRE' BRACELET |
This stylish bracelet is made with 4mm fire polish beads, accented with seedbeads. The four colors bleed from one side to the other in purples or blues or whatever palette you like. No prior beadweaving experience is necessary to take this class. You should finish the bracelet during the class. 2 hours. Instructor: Beads Staff. $35 (plus materials)
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| TREE OF LIFE |
Open to beginners but some wire wrapping skill is advisable. Learn to distinguish different gauges of wire to create an open form and twist wire to create a tree within in. Adding beads is optional and you can scale it up or down as you please. Wire is included, additional beads/chain extra. Can be made to any length you prefer or even adapted to make earrings. $40. 2 hrs.
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| ELIZABETHAN |
Use two needle right angle weave to create this stunning, timeless bracelet. Swarovski crystals or Chinese crystals are featured alongside 8mm pearls. Size 11 seed beads create an interesting pattern on the top and size 8 seed beads are used along the back to make this bracelet reversible for any occasion. Instructor: Staff. 2 hours; $35.00 (plus materials).
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| SUPERDUO STATEMENT EARRINGS |
Make this funky, statement earring using Superduo beads and size 8 seed beads. Too big for you? Mini duos are a great alternative for this pattern and will create a smaller earring. No experience necessary. Instructor: Staff. 2 hours; $35.00 (plus materials).
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| LADY LOLA |
Lady Lola uses cabochons and chatons to create a beautifully three-dimensional, regal bracelet, perfect for summer. This project is for the intermediate/advanced beadweaver. Created and guest instructed by the talented Edwin Batres. $60. 3 hrs. Materials not included.
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| KILIM CUFF |
Crescent beads and pinch beads create the look of a woven tapestry. Demi rounds complete the textured look. Another beautiful design by TrendSetter artist Carole Ohl. Taught by Marianne Olbermann. 2-3hrs. Materials not included. $55.
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| WIRE CROCHET |
Create a fabulous multi-strand necklace using thin wire, a crochet hook, and your creativity. The unique look is determined by the selection of stones, crystals, and pearls. Match your colors to the flowers of summer, the foliage of fall, or to any palette you desire. This technique lends itself to numerous variations once you have the foundations from this class. Knowledge of crochet not necessary! Guest instructed by Marianne Olbermann. 2.5-3hrs. $55. Materials not included.
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| POINSETTIA BRACELET |
In the rich jewel colors of the holidays or the warm hues of autumn, this bracelet sparkles and delights. Ladder stitch and a cross-weaving technique create this bracelet from clasp to clasp. Perfect for beginners and a relaxing project for more advanced beaders. A wonderful gift for the holidays, for birthday and mother’s gifts when done in birthstone colors. This class is for the advanced beginner/intermediate beadweaver. Guest instructed by Marianne Olbermann. 2.5-3hrs. $55. Materials not included.
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