| 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 Jun 13 | 6:00 PM | | | | Wed Jun 27 | 6:00 PM | | |
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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.
| Mon Jun 4 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Jun 13 | 6:00 PM | | | | Sat Jun 23 | 11:00 AM | | |
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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.
| Sun Jun 10 | 12:00 PM | | | | Mon Jun 18 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Jun 27 | 6:00 PM | | |
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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).
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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).
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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 Jun 2 | 2:00 PM | | | | Sat Jun 16 | 2:00 PM | | |
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| FREE CORK LEATHER BRACELET CLASS |
Join us for this free workshop to learn how to make this easy bracelet to add to your arm candy. Summer-ready colors, findings and glue combine to create this quick and easy project, also perfect for gifting! 20 mins. Materials not included.
| Sat Jun 9 | 2:00 PM | | | | Sat Jun 23 | 2:00 PM | | |
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| STITCH OF THE MONTH - BRICK STITCH |
Join us for the third month of stitch of the month workshops. This month we will be exploring Brick stitch. This workshop will cover everything you need to pull off this stitch on your own and is offered twice. 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.
| Wed Jun 6 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Jun 20 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| BRICK STITCH BRACELET COMPONENT |
This class will bring all your brick stitch skills to bear in making a component you can slide onto any cording to make a bracelet or choker of your choice. We recommend taking the Brick Stitch “Stitch of the Month” but you can jump into this class with a basic knowledge of beadweaving. $35. 1.5 hrs. Materials not included.
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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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| 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.
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| SHAMBALLA BRACELET |
Whether your personal style is earthy or glitzy, or somewhere in between, we'll teach you to the techniques needed to make shamballa your own. You'll select your beads, then discover it's "knot" all that hard to finish this project. NEW! Learn to shamballa with fancy links. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Please arrive 5 minutes early to select your materials. Instructors: Staff; 2 hours; $35 plus materials.
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| MALA MAKING BASICS |
Learn how to make your own mala necklace. These meditation beads can be made in various set lengths. Get all you need to know about how to make & use a mala, what a guru bead is for, and why they are so popular these days. Instructor: Iti. 2 hours. $35 plus materials.
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| CHAINMAILLE EARRINGS |
In this class you will learn the ancient techniques of Box and Byzantine Chain Maille to make 2 pairs of earrings. Jump rings and Ear wires included but the rest of the design is up to you! Instructor: Iti. Class length 1-1.5 hrs. $40 not including all materials.
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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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| ODD COUNT PEYOTE BUSINESS CARD HOLDER |
this pattern by Susan Sassoon will be guest instructed with permission by Pat Riesner. Make an extra special impression when you present your business cards in this beautiful beaded business card holder. Two drop peyote works up quickly and provides a beautiful texture for the case with endless pattern possibilities. The case is constructed using 2-hole superduo beads that act as a hinge and help form the structure of the case that will allow it to hold a stack of cards securely without squeezing them. This pattern includes instructions for a basic single color design as well as a graph for multicolored geometric patterns and a blank graph to create your own patterns.
This is an intermediate level class, some knowledge of odd count peyote is helpful.
This class will be split over 2 sessions as it takes time to work up. Some in between construction at home will be completed before the second session. $50 first session, $45 for the second. Materials not included.
| Sun Jun 10 | 11:00 AM | | | | Sun Jun 24 | 11:00 AM | | |
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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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| KARLOZ THE FISH |
Karloz The Fish is a fun articulated pendant whose body moves in any direction. Karloz certainly seems to come alive when it is worn. This class has been created and will be guest instructed by the talented Edwin Batres. This is for the advanced beadweaver. $60. 3 hrs. Materials not included.
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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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| TWO IN ONE REVERSIBLE BRACELET |
This is an Advanced Beginner class. Create a stunning reversible bracelet using a variation of the herringbone stitch. Herringbone stitch is also known as Ndebele, in tribute to its origins with this South African tribe. One project with two unique looks; each side is a bracelet in itself. Some experience with beadweaving is required. Guest instructed by Marianne Olbermann. 3 hour class. $55 not including materials.
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| SUMMER JEWELS |
In the colors of daylilies, hydrangeas or sunflowers, or a colorful mixture of all, this bracelet becomes a summery jewel. 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. Do the flowers in birthstone colors and you've got a great birthday present! This class is guest instructed by Marianne Olbermann. 2-3hrs. $55. Materials not included.
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| DAYA BRACELET |
Using a combination of single and double hole beads, weave this beautiful bracelet to be a focal for any outfit. Taught with permission of the designer, talented weaver and guest instructor Carmelina Calabrese will take you under wing to create your own arm candy. 3 hrs. Materials not included. $50.
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