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2024 BEAD RETREAT
We are doing it again! Calling all Intermediate level bead weavers: join us May 3-5, 2024 for our Spring Bead Retreat! 3 published instructors, brand new projects (created just for us!), food, raffles, goodie bags, and fun all included! (Kits not included, but also not required). Click HERE for all the details! $395 for the entire 3 days (sorry, single day sign ups not permitted). Space is limited, reserve your spot now!
Fri May 3   10:00 AM          
Sat May 4   10:00 AM          
Sun May 5   10:00 AM          
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; $45 (includes all materials.)
Wed Apr 3   11:30 AM         Sun Apr 14  12:30 PM
Sat Apr 6   11:30 AM         Sun Apr 21  12:30 PM
Thu Apr 11   11:30 AM         Sat Apr 27  11:30 AM
BEADWEAVING BASICS - PART 1
Come learn Bead Weaving Basics, the art of weaving jewelry with just a needle, thread, and beads. In this comprehensive, 2 PART intro class you will learn about the best stringing materials, beads, and needles to use for your projects; how to read a bead weaving pattern, and the three variations of the most basic stitch: even-count peyote, two-drop peyote, and odd-count peyote. You will make your own bracelet: in PART 1 you will learn the stitches, then choose one to make your breaclet, where you will finish this step at home. In PART 2 you will learn to embellish the band you started, and attach a clasp. Taught by Sandra. Practice materials included (final project materials extra). 3 hrs each session. $45 for part 1. Attendance at both sessions required.
Sat Apr 6   11:30 AM          
BEADWEAVING BASICS - PART 2
THIS CLASS IS THE SECOND HALF OF BEADWEAVING BASICS. In this session you will take the band you beaded at home and learn different ways to embellish the edges, plus how to attach the clasp of your choice. Allow 3 hours, taught by Sandra. PREREQUISITE: PART 1. $40
Sat Apr 13   11:30 AM          
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; $45(includes all materials.)
Mon Apr 1   11:30 AM         Thu Apr 25  11:30 AM
Sat Apr 13   11:30 AM         Sun Apr 28  12:30 PM
Wed Apr 17   11:30 AM          
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 stretchy bracelets for years to come. Stay after to practice your new skills if you like. Bring a friend! Approx. 20 minutes. Taught by Kim.
Sat Apr 20   2:00 PM          
INTRODUCTORY CLASS: BRICK STITCH EARRINGS
In this beginner level class you will learn how to do decreasing brick stitch as well as ladder stitch, and how to read and follow a pattern. Add another stitch to your beadweaving repetoire! We will use 1.8 cube beads for this project, to make it easier to see. Allow 2-3 hours. Taught by Sandra. $45 plus nominal materials.
Fri Mar 29   11:30 AM          
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. Instructors: Staff. 2 hours; $45(includes all materials).
Wed Apr 10   11:30 AM          
Fri Apr 26   11:30 AM          
COUTURE STYLE EARRINGS OR PENDANT
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 little you spent! Instructor: Debbie or Denise. 1 hour. $35 (includes some materials - non-tarnishing craft wire and plated earwires). Pre-made forms or other beads extra.
Mon Apr 8   11:30 AM          
ROYAL RIVOLI EARRINGS
These earrings work up so quickly you will want to make a pair for everyone you know! A 14mm rivoli is easily encased in bugles with a crystal accent. Good for relative beginners, the pattern is quite easy to follow. $35 plus some materials. Includes seed beads, fireline & plated earwires. Allow about 1 hour to complete.
Tue Apr 23   11:30 AM          
Sat Apr 27   2:30 PM          
MARINA PENDANT WITH CARMELINA CALABRESE
Another NEW design from Carmelina! In this class you will learn to encase a large pearl using right angle weave, double RAW and double CRAW, which makes the pendant more solid. This pendant is made using crystal pearls, bicones and seed beads. The pendant is double sided so that you can wear it on the side with crystals for a dressier look and for a more casual look on the pearl side. The class is for the intermediate bead weaver, PREREQUISITE: must know right angle weave. $70 plus materials. Allow at least 3 hours.
Sun Apr 7   12:30 PM          
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!
Sat Mar 30   1:00 PM          
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. Option to make it with smaller beads as well. Instructor: Staff. 2 hours; $35.00 (plus materials).
Thu Apr 18   11:30 AM          
UFO'S WITH EDGAR LOPEZ
Do you have an "Un-Finished Object" Edgar Lopez project? Taken classes with him but never got back to work on the pattern, and now you've forgotten what to do? Don't worry, Edgar is here for you! Join us on a Sunday afternoon, Edgar will be here to assist you with any of his previously taught projects, even if you didn't take the class with us. Please call to register & let us know which projects you will be working on so Edgar can be prepared for you. He is offering this FREE of charge, but we'd love to have eveyone chip in a bit directly to him, day of.
Sun May 19   12:30 PM          

To register for any class, you must call to pre-pay and check availability: 914-644-8191. We don't take reservations via email or from the website because the attendance books are kept at the front desk, and only prepaid reservations are recorded. So please telephone during store hours to sign up for any class.

      ALL CLASSES MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED AND PRE-PAID

Materials for classes will always be available for purchase on the day of the class. When attending a class with us, we kindly request that you support our shop by not using beads purchased elsewhere.



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