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Studio is open for anyone who would like to
bead with us...have a cup of tea and relax.
(We
call it the "Zen Zone"!) Add your autograph
to our "Artists Wall"--once you have made a
piece of jewelry here, you are part of our
beading family!
Want to take a particular class but you are
busy when it is scheduled? Not a problem!
If you and 3 or more of your friends would
like to schedule a private class, we are
happy to do that. The cost is the same.
Payment is required at the time of
registration.
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The Netted Necklace
Have you seen and admired netted necklaces but have
been too intimidated to try it yourself?? Let
our instructor show you how easy it can be to
create beautiful jewelry with the age-old art of
netting. You choose the color combinations from our
vast selection of Seed Beads and Bugles and make a
necklace during this 3 hour class.
3
hours, $25.00
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Even-Count Flat Peyote Bracelet
The Peyote Stitch is the basis for so many
variations when making jewelry, so here's the place
to start. We will teach you all there is to know
about this stitch, then introduce you to many other
projects that you can make. Let's start by making a
bracelet in your choice of colors and pattern during
this 2 hour class.
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Wire Working 101
There's more to making jewelry than stringing
beads...here's a great introduction to wire
working. We will teach you the basics
using free-hand techniques as well as working with a
jig. And...you get to keep the jig! Create a
bracelet during this 2 hour class.
2 hours, $30.00 |
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Chain Maille
A
fascinating art form, Chain Maille has been around
for centuries. Using genuine Sterling Silver rings,
we will create a stunning bracelet during this 3
hour class. Be prepared to be awed by what you
make!
3 hours, $35.00
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BEADING 101:
Let us show you what you need to know
about designing and creating beautiful handmade
jewelry! Tools, materials, and techniques will be
explained and you will complete the necklace or
bracelet of your choice during this 2 hour session.
This in-depth class will give you the knowledge you
need to be able to make your own
custom-designed jewelry for yourself and as gifts.
2 hours, $25.00
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WIRE WRAPPING A CABACHON
Learn all about the tools and materials used
in this fascinating art form, and create a
wire-wrapped pendant made with your choice of
crystal or semi-precious stone cabachon. All
materials and use of our tools included in class
fee, and you'll receive a handout with directions to
take home--once you have mastered these simple
techniques you can wire-wrap just about anything--a
coin, a special bead, a healing stone...
use your imagination!
2 hours, $35.00
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EARRINGS FOR EVERYONE!:
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about
creating beautiful, elegant or whimsical earrings!
We'll discuss the wire-wrapping method of finishing
earrings as well as other techniques, tools of the
trade and materials used. You will design and
complete a pair of drop earrings during the class
and have to opportunity to make more if you desire.
Discover how to make simple drops to more
complicated chandelier earrings--we'll cover it all! |
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SPIRAL STITCH BRACELET
Have you seen the beautiful spiral stitch pieces in
our store?
They look so intricate and complicated that most
folks wouldn't
even consider trying one...until now!
It really is quite simple to learn and the results
are stunning.
Your choice of beads, of course, and we use a
respectable size 8 Miyuki seed beads--not the teeny,
tiny ones!
You can make lovely necklaces, bracelets, purse
handles,
curtain tie-backs, anklets--SO many uses!
2 hours, $25.00
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DOUBLE SPIRAL STITCH BRACELET
A whizz with a needle and
beads, our instructor will show you this slightly more compllicated
design while you create a bracelet in your choice of
colors. What a stunning look! Pre-requisite for this
class is the Spiral Stitch Bracelet Class.
3 hours, $25.00
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Kumihimo
Bracelet
The art of Japanese Braiding...as taught by our resident
expert . You will receive FREE a Kumihimo disc to take home so that you can continue
to create--because once you learn how, you will want
to make many more! We have 58 colors you can
combine--the hardest part is choosing which ones!
3 hours, $25.00
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Crocheting with Beads
If you have basic knowledge of crocheting,
Our Instructor
will take you to a new
level--adding beads to your work and creating a
gorgeous multi-strand necklace during this 2 part
class! Day One you will learn how to crochet with
beads, and Day Two you will learn the techniques
needed to finish your creation. Each class is two
hours. All materials are included, of course, in
your choice of colors!
Two-part class, 2 hours each, $35.00
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The Beaded Flower Pin/Pendant
Take wire working to a whole new
level with this adorable Beaded Flower Learn to work
in 3D as you create this beautiful pin or pendant in
your choice of colors. The center is a genuine Swarovski Crystal from Austria!
3 hours, $25.00
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N'debele Stitch Chakra Bracelet
Celebrate our 7 major Chakras with this colorful
bracelet in the N'debele Stitch from Africa.
Create this
beautiful bracelet that will go with everything in
your wardrobe!
3 hours, $25.00
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Dichroic Glass Pendant
Dichroic Glass... layers of fused glass in splendid
colors, textures and patterns--such depth, such
beauty. Our instructor and glass artist will teach
you all about working with a kiln, and help you
design and create a one-of-a-kind pendant in your
choice of colors. Ask us about the "Open Studio"
sessions we will be holding monthly so that you can
continue to create gorgeous jewelry using our kiln!
2 hour class, $30.00
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THE BEADED CUFF BRACELET
Everyone who sees these lovely bracelets in the
store has the same reacion when they put it on..it
feels so soft and smooth on their wrist! Step out of
your box and discover that there are other shapes of
seed beads besides round--this stitch uses cubes and
drops. Quick to learn and easy to do, you will
choose the color combination of the bracelet you
will create. We have SO many choices!
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CHEVRON BRACELET
A new class recently offered and VERY popular is the
Chevron Bracelet Class. The
design, using seed beads in your choice of colors,
is easily learned and works up quick. You will be
amazed at the compliments you receive when you wear
it--be sure to tell 'em you made it yourself!
2 hours, $25.00
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The Bubble Bead Bracelet!
Nothing serious about this adorable bracelet--choose
whimsical or elegant colors to go with your favorite
outfit! Using Drop Beads, Our instructorwill
show you how it's done. Quick and easy, you can make
them in a rainbow of colors--you choose!
2 hours, $25.00
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OPEN STUDIO
Why take classes to learn to work with glass if you
don't have the $1,000 studio set up at home?! Here's
the answer--put your new found knowledge to work
during our once a month Open Studio. We have tons of
beautiful glass for sale, Our instructor will
be here to help you design and cut your glass. Make
what you want--we will fire your creations in our
kiln!
2 hours, $10.00
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Brick Stitch Earrings
Learn this fascinating stitch and there will be no
stopping you...earrings for every occasion! Be
prepared to work with seed beads, and the detail you
will achieve is incredible.
Learn fringing as well!
2 hours, $25.00
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