| LATE NIGHT |
Join us for Late Night! First Wednesday night each month 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!
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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. Instructor: 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.
| Mon Jun 24 | 11:00 AM | | | | Sat Jul 6 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Jul 10 | 6:00 PM | | | | Sun Jul 14 | 12:00 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 Jun 26 | 6:00 PM | | | | Sun Jul 7 | 12:00 PM | | | | Sat Jul 20 | 11:00 AM | | | | Wed Jul 24 | 6:00 PM | | |
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| SIMPLE CHARM CHOKER |
Great class for beginners! String Chinese crystals in your choice of colors, add a charm of your choice and finish it off with a Sterling silver clasp. We'll teach you how to use your bead board to set up your pattern to make this piece fit you & your personal style. $35 INCLUDES ALL MATERIALS. Taught by Staff. 1 hour.
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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. Instructors: Staff. 2 hours; $45(includes all materials).
| Thu Jun 20 | 11:00 AM | | | | Mon Jul 15 | 11:00 AM | | |
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| BASIC KUMIHIMO CORDS |
A great introduction to the Japanese braiding technique of Kumihimo. Choose your colors, grab a disc and findings kit, we will show you the basics of Kumihimo. Make a beautiful and sturdy necklace that you can add a pendant to. Taught by Staff. $35 plus materials, allow 2 hours.
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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 some materials - non-tarnishing craft wire and plated earwires). Pre-made forms or other beads extra.
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| LIQUID SILVER BRACELET |
This sleek bracelet uses peyote stitch and a slide clasp to create a light catching adornment for the wrist. You can use any beads you like and made it as wide as you please. Some knowledge of peyote is helpful, but this class is appropriate for beginners. $35 plus materials. 2 hrs.
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| AUDREY EARRINGS |
Another beautiful pattern gifted to us by the talented Jill Wiseman. Create a simple seed bead and crystal bezel around a rivoli to make a versatile pair of earrings that are sure to wow! Taught by: Staff. Approx. 2 hours. $35 plus materials. Appropriate for advanced beginners/intermediate level bead weavers.
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| BEGINNER CLASS: SPIRAL ROPE BRACELET |
This is an introductory beadweaving class - no experience necessary. We'll start with a little background on the types of beads, stringing and tools used for beadweaving, then teach you the spiral rope stitch. You'll weave fire-polished beads with size 8/0 and 11/0 to create a bracelet. Finish it with a plated toggle. This is a great stitch for making necklaces as well. Depending on how quickly you work, you may not finish in class, but you'll learn everything you need to finish the project at home. Instructor: Staff. 2 hours. $35.00 (plus materials).
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| SHELLS MACRAME |
Cowrie shells are HOT for the summer! Use our beautiful matte finish cowrie shell connectors to create this trendy summer bracelet. No experience required! Taught by Staff. approx 1-1.5 hours. $35 plus materials.
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| BEGINNER 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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| MINI PETAL EARRINGS |
A miniature version of our Elizabethan Flower bracelet componants! We've sized all the beads down to create these adorable little earrings-- appropriately sized for kids to wear! Make them dangle or glue the base onto a post for a cute stud earring. Make a dozen & string them together to make a delicately stitched bracelet. Some bead weaving experience preferred, but this class is ok for relative beginners. Taught by staff. $35 plus materials, allow 1.5 hours.
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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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| BASICS OF BEAD CROCHET |
Learn how to bead crochet and how to make this versatile necklace. Made with Japanese seedbeads, you can select a single color or multiple colors. We've purchased a special magnetic clasp that works perfectly with this design. You will not complete the necklace in this class. Prerequisite: some beadweaving experience. (Sorry - no lefties in this class.) Instructor: Pat Riesner. 3 hours. $50 (includes crochet hook, thread and seedbeads for 5" practice piece made in the class; excludes seedbeads and clasp for the final necklace made at home.)
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| SUPERDUO STATEMENT EARRINGS |
Make this funky, statement earring using Superduo beads and size 11 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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| GEM DRAGON BRACELET |
New! From Edwin Batres of ACL Patterns & More. Stunning new dragon head component made from recycled coffee -- part of ACL's exclusive Cafe Collection. Learn to weave a sleek bracelet of Gem Duo scales to complement your dragon head! (This is not the same pattern sold on the ACL website). Approx. 4 hours. $60 plus materials. Edwin will bring the dragon head clasps. Full materials list provided upon paid registration.
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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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| "SOUPER" WRAP BRACELET |
It's cold here so why not make some soup, Bead Soup that is!!! Bring your stash, especially those 2-hole beads, to make this "bead soup" wrap bracelet. Purchase additional beads for focals or to add some bling. The soft flex, metal button, and crimps are on us. Instructor: Staff. Fee: $20. Approx 1 1/2 hours.
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| WICKER BASKET BRACELET |
CzechMates Crescent beads take center stage in this textured and dimensional bracelet designed by TrendSetter Anna Lindell. The combination of 2-hole beads and seed beads results in a weighty and comfortable bracelet resembling a braided wicker basket! For Intermediate/Advanced weavers only. If not completed in class, students will have the ability to finish on their own. For bangle lovers, directions will be included. Instructor: Marianne Olbermann. Approx. 3-4 hours. $60 plus materials.
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| LEATHER BLING BRACELET |
Rhinestones, leather and macrame may seem like an odd trio, but you just have to see this bracelet to appreciate the combination. A perfect beginner’s project to learn a basic macrame technique using cup chain, seed beads, and flat leather. Taught by Marianne Olbermenn. Approx. 3 hours. $50 plus materials.
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| DIAMANTE BRACELET SET |
A brand new creation by Carmelina Calabrese! Use storm duos, 2-hole cabochons, round beads and seed beads to create a snazzy component around a chaton. You will create individual components that are then attached in a diamond shape to form a bracelet or individual components can also be made as earrings, the possibilities are endless! Advanced beginner/ Intermediate level. $55, allow 3 hours.
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| ROSA BLU NECKLACE |
Learn to encase a Lunasoft Cabochon and Chatons with a netted bezel using seed beads and Swarovski crystals which will all be connected with a right angle weave necklace that combines 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads to make tiny diamond shapes. You will also make 3 dangles on the bottom of your netted cabochon with drops at the bottom to add a little bit more sparkle to this fun eye catching necklace. Intermediate level beadweaving experience required. Designed and taught by Carmelina Calabrese. $60 plus materials. Allow 3-4 hours.
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| TOTALLY TUBULAR GEMS |
In this class you will learn to master the tubular herringbone stitch! Add a gemstone connector and some finishing touches for a beautiful and sturdy bracelet. Perfect for a little casual bling! Taught by Sandra. $35 plus materials. Allow 2-2.5 hours.
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| RIVETING ENAMELS |
Kieu Pham Gray is coming! Learn enameling and cold connections in one class. You will learn to torch fire enamel on copper and use transparent enamels on silver to create true colors. After firing all the pieces, you will rivet them together. Students will finish at least one pendant. Beginner level. 3 hours, must be at least 18 years old. Taught by the illustrious Kieu Pham Gray! Class fee:$75, Materials fee (kit) $40.
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| WISHES: INTERLOCKING RINGS |
Kieu Pham Gray is coming! Learn to solder interlocking rings to create this classic ring design. Students will have the choice of making a mixed metal ring or all sterling silver ring. Students who work quickly may have time to make 2 rings. Additional tools may be purchased from the instructor. Taught by the famous Kieu Pham Gray! Beginner level, 3 hours. Must be at least 18 years old. Class fee:$75, materials fee: $30.
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| FILLIGREE 101 |
Kieu Pham Gray is coming! Create delicate works of art with filligree. We will bend, twist and turn sterling silver stock to create an intricate pendant. Students will be challenged to put their creativity to action while continuing to fine tune your skills. Pre-requisite: must have some soldering experience and experince wirh wire working. Intermediate level, 4 hours. Taught by the famed Kieu Pham Gray! Must be at least 18 years old. Class fee:$90, materials fee:$75.
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| STAMP IT UP! |
Kieu Pham Gray is coming! Join this fast growing trend of metal stamping. Students will learn how to create personalized charms for any occasion. Students will have enough time to finish at least 3 pieces. Beginner level, 90 minutes. Taught by the renowned Kieu Pham Gray! Must be at least 14 years old. Class fee:$45, materials fee:$35
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| SET FOR ROYALTY |
Kieu Pham Gray is coming! Create a setting fit for royalty. This introductory stone setting class will add another dimension to your glasswork or any stone. Students will have the opportunity to customize a pendant design to thier liking. (Dichro cabachons will vary). Additional tools and materials may be purchased from the instructor. Pre-requisite: must know how to solder with sterling silver. Intermediate level, 4 hours. Taught by the illustrious Kieu Pham Gray! Must be at least 18 years old. Class fee:$90, materials fee:$65.
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| COPPER LILLIES |
Kieu Pham Gray is coming! Turn simple copper discs into beautifully formed petals to make a pair of earrings or pendant. Learn to form the petals and patina them with a torch. Additional materials and tools may be purchased from the instructor. Beginner level, 3 hours, must be at least 16 years old. Taught by the indomitable Kieu Pham Gray! Class fee:$75, materials fee:$35 (includes kit & chain supplied by store).
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