Learn the
basics - which tools to use and how to use them, experience the wire &
techniques to work it and practice, practice, practice to make it yourself,
we'll begin with basics, unless you've mastered them and go on to the next step
- findings, learn to work the wire so you're in control.
Kit: Copper
wire in 3 sizes, mandrel & beads.
Bring: Flush
cutters, jewelry pliers: extra-long round-nose, small round-nose, chain-nose,
and flat-nose.
Beginner:
Wireworking and Design (have used jewelry pliers).
$60 min 9/max 12
24-14 A Touch of Royalty
Saturday, 1:30-4:30
Susan Eaton
An elegant Czech crystal or pearl bracelet woven with complimentary seed beads in a basic pattern that can be adapted to almost any bead. Simple to create, yet stunning to wear!
Kit: 6mm Czech crystals, seed beads, thread, jump rings, wire/thread covers, clasp, instructions.
Bring: Size 12 needles.
All Levels: Stringing.
$55 min 3/max 15
24-15 Picasso Woman Pin
Saturday, 2:00-6:00
Leah Ready
Both process and project, this class will teach
students how to make a bead embroidered Picasso Woman Pin. Students will design
their pin and learn basic techniques of bead embroidery. Finishing
elements will be discussed.
Kit:
Bring:
Beginner: Bead Embroidery.
$60 min 5/max 16
24-16 Eye Fin Ring
Saturday, 2:00-6:00
Dustin Wedekind
This eye-catching ring combines several bead-on-bead
techniques for creating sculptural beadwork. Learn how to build a versatile
square-stitch bezel, then funk it up with flared fins and a firm band for
wearing.
Kit: Size 8, 11, and 15 seed beads, glass eye, needles
and thread. (Several fantastical combos to choose from.)
Bring: Bead mat or bowl, scissors.
Intermediate: Square Stitch and Herringbone.
$65 min 4/max 12
24-17
Toggle Earrings
Saturday, 2:00-5:00
Megan Savors
This earring may also be used as a custom toggle for
your strung necklaces!
Kit:
Bring:
Intermediate Beginner: Peyote Stitch
$45 min 3/max 12
24-18 Herringbone Your Way
Saturday, 9:00-11:00
Sonja Colt
Learn to
stitch herringbone spirals and straight tubes using an easy-start bead ladder.
Begin a project - necklace, lariat or bracelet - using your beads in your favorite colors, no Kit to buy. Be
guided in design and color selection, discuss finishing techniques and
embellishments, and gain confidence with starting and executing this
fascinating stitch.
Kit: n/a.
Bring: The
standard beading supplies, plus your stash of 11°s and or 8°s (no Delicas or
triangles, hexes okay), Nymo or Fireline thread.
Advanced
Beginner: Herringbone stitch
$29 min
6/max 11
24-19 Pearl Knotting
Saturday, 3:00-5:00
Jessica McCormick
Dig out the
pearl strands to create a beautiful, timeless wardrobe basic. Once you've learned the technique and
materials used, we offer two necklace designs to create in class. One project
is the classic look of hand tied silk knots between the pearls of your
choice. The second project offers
a more contemporary design but still incorporates the same skills so you can
always knot pearls the classic way.
Class contains ample instruction and practice but may need to complete
their project at home.
Kit: Clam
shells, clasp, 5mm jump rings, 1 card of silk (size 6), 41 Swarovski 6mm
crystal pearls, and T-pin
All Levels:
Stringing and Knotting.
$60 min 10/max 25
24-20 Wire Crochet Necklaces
Saturday, 11:30-1:30
Kelly McCormick
You do not
need to know how to crochet and the design capabilities are endless once you
have learned the basics. We give
you an option in the class between two different designs. At the end of this
class you will have a completed wire crochet necklace!
Kit: 16.5
grams of size 6° seed beads, 41 accent 8mm beads, 2 large-holed beads, clasp,
15-yard spool of 26-gauge artistic wire, crochet hook.
Bring:
Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutter.
All Levels:
Wire Crochet.
$60 min 10/max 30
25-01 Two Needle Appliqué
Sunday, 9:00-4:30
David Dean
Learn how to
bead almost any design using varied size beads. Patterns, colors, and technique
will be taught.
Kit
includes: backing material, patterns, written instructions, beads, thread,
needles, scissors, colored pencils, and beeswax.
Advanced
Beginner: Embroidery
$70 min 10/max 20
25-02 The Bat-Ended Screwt
Sunday, 9:00-4:30
Kate McKinnon
Learn how
simple Ndebele tube can be, and make a series of small Screwtlets. String a
bracelet, make a pair of earrings, or a double-batted bail, or make it all! You
have plenty of beads and findings to complete every facet of this project if
you like. Class includes a helpful session on designing with tubular beadwork,
how to crimp beautifully, and how to avoid design no-nos like sewing your
beadwork to the clasp.
Kit:
High-quality seed beads in a variety of cuts and colors, Nymo beading thread,
size 12 beading needles, a handmade fine silver clasp, beading wire, crimps,
and ear wires. (Five color-ways available)
Bring:
Beading mat, sharp scissors, reading glasses and personal light source.
Advanced
Beginner: Herringbone, Stringing, and Design.
$100 min 8/max 25
25-03 Setting Non-Firable Stones in Metal Clay
Sunday, 9:30-5:00
Dana Lea Peters
Many stones,
like Turquoise and Amber, cannot handle the heat when you fire Metal Clay. This technique allows you to include
many more stones into your own distinct jewelry, beads, and findings. Projects
will be created and fired in class, enabling you to go home with your creations
in hand.
Kit: Silver
Clay for your finished project, bezel wire, stone cabochon, Clay keepers, work
surfaces and finishing supplies, and Dana's book Just The
Facts.
Bring:
Previous metal clay piece if possible, interesting textures or clay/cookie cutters.
Advanced
Beginner: Metal Clay and Metalsmithing (have created at least one Metal Clay
project).
$140 min 4/max 12
25-04 Knotless Netted Treasure Pouch
Sunday, 9:30-12:30
Ann Severine
Knotless
netting is a simple needle-and-thread technique. Use waxed linen thread and a
tapestry needle. Embellishments add interest and the pouch can hold a special
treasure. You will also learn 4-strand braiding for the neck cord. You may
prefer to make a tiny bowl.
Kit: 20
yards of 4-ply waxed linen thread, size 18 tapestry needle, assorted small
beads and charms.
All Levels:
Knotless Netting
$42 min 3/max 15
25-05 Curiously Beaded Tin
Sunday, 9:00-12:00
Dustin Wedekind
This fun project will teach you how
to cover anything with beads, using needle, thread, and double-sided tape.
Kit: Size 8° and 11° seed beads, adhesive
sheet, metal tin, needle and thread.
Bring: Beading mat and scissors.
All Levels: Freeform
$35 min 4/max20
25-06 Ring Fling: Peyote 101
Sunday, 9:00-11:00 [not shown]
Caryn Canyon
Learn
time-honored peyote stitch while creating a beautiful unique rings. We will
explore numerous ways to embellish and bedazzle our fingers.,
Kit: Delica
seed beads, needles, thread, embellishments.
Bring:
Scissors.
Beginner:
Peyote stitch.
$35 min 5/max 8
25-07 Circular Brick Bracelet
Sunday, 9:00-1:00
Leah Ready
Students will create circular brick medallions that
will then be connected and embellished.
Kit:
Bring:
Advanced Beginner: Brick Stitch.
$65 5/16
25-08 Peyote Scallopini Bracelet
Sunday,
9:30-1:30
Nikia Angel
se
even-count peyote stitch to create an undulating, textural masterpiece. Choose
from a series of colors, sizes, and shapes of beads to create a unique piece of
wearable art!
Kit: Czech
fire-polish, Swarovski crystals, assorted seed beads, bead mat, reusable bead
box, needles, and thread.
Intermediate:
Peyote Stitch and Design.
$70 min 4/max 12
25-09 Beadazzled Necklace
Sunday,
9:30-1:30
Kelly Wiese
Right-angle-weave,
peyote stitch, picots and a new technique are all used to create this sparkly
necklace.,
Kit: Size
11° and size 15° Japanese seed beads, 2mm and 3mm Swarovski crystals, 4mm druk
beads, clasp bead, needles and thread.
Bring:
Scissors, bead mat, Thread Heaven, task lamp.
Intermediate:
Peyote and Right-Angle-Weave.
$59 min 3/max 12
25-10 Wire-Wrapped Pendant
Sunday, 9:00-1:00
Zelda Bailey
Make a
pendant by framing fused glass in gold or silver wire. Master wire-wrapping basics; develop
your unique style. For Beginners
and those already familiar with wire working. Wear your creation the same day!,
Kit:
Illustrated instruction book, sterling silver or 14k gold-filled wire (your
choice), glass cabochon, polishing cloth, sharpie marker, work mat, ruler.
May bring,
but not required: wire working tools; working light with extension cord;
magnifying glasses, pen.
All Levels:
Wireworking
$80 min 3/max 10
25-11 Chainmail Jewelry II
Sunday, 10:00-2:00
Rex and Gena Brown
You will
choose two projects to do in class, in the colors of your choice. All materials
and tools will be provided and you can take home instructions and supplies to
make more.
Kit: Case,
pliers, and enough rings for two projects.
Beginner:
Chainmail
$65 min 1/max15
25-12 Beginning Peyote Clinic
Sunday, 9:00-12:00
Nancy Zellers
Learn one of
the most versatile stitches in beading plus the answers to lots of questions
for beginning beadweavers. We'll talk about beads, threads, waxes, needles and
more. Learn to read a bead chart.
Make SAMPLES of flat and tubular peyote. A great start to your beading career.
Go home with plenty of beads and information to practice on your own.
Kit: Delica
and seed beads, thread, needle, beading mat and 12-page booklet Pocket
Peyote.
Bring: Small
scissors, reading glasses if needed, task lamp.
Beginner:
Peyote stitch.
$47 min 3/max 15
25-13 Found Object Necklace
Sunday, 10:00-12:00
Betsy Ellis
Create
wire-wrapped links using an assortment of beads, charms, found objects then
connect them together using jump rings to make a necklace.
Kit: Beads,
charms, found objects, wire, and use of tools.
All Levels:
Wireworking.
$48 min 3/max 10
25-14 Swizzle Bracelet
Sunday, 1:00-4:00
Janet Kay Skeen
This is a
easy to make yet fancy spiral to make as a bracelet or necklace.The stitch
is netting, but with a "twist"..
Kit: Size
8 and 11 seed beads, lentils, needle and thread, beading wire, crimps, and a
silver toggle.
Bring: Preferred
thread if other than Nymo.
All Levels:
Netting,
$55 min 3/max 15
25-15 Vintage Victorian Ring/Pendant
Sunday, 1:00-5:00
Megan Savors
The
glamorous look of the Victorian Era....with a modern twist! Join Megan Savors
as she takes you through the basics of Bead Embroidery while creating a
fabulous ring or pendant. Students will receive instructions for both the
pendant and the ring, but will begin only one project in class.
Kit: Size
11° cylinder beads, 15° seed beads, 12mm Swarovski crystal rivoli, 3mm
Swarovski crystal bicones, microsuede, Lacy's Stiff Stuff, thread, and
findings.
Bring: Bead Mat or Dish, Task Lamp.
Intermediate:
Peyote and Brick Stitch
$65 min 3/max 12
25-16 Just The Beginning -- Part 2
Sunday, 1:00-4:00
Phyllis Kaplan
Learn the basics
- which tools to use and how to use them, experience the wire & techniques
to work it and practice, practice, practice to make it yourself, we'll begin
with basics, unless you've mastered them and go on to the next step - findings,
learn to work the wire so you're in control.
Kit: Copper
wire in 3 sizes, mandrel & beads.
Bring: Flush cutters, jewelry pliers:
extra-long round-nose, small round-nose, chain-nose, and flat-nose.
Beginner:
Wireworking and Design (have used jewelry pliers).
$60 min 9/max12
25-17 Beaded Heart
Sunday, 2:00-5:00
Karen Laman
The Beaded
Heart utilizes a beaded bead technique that was inspired by the beautiful beads
of Rhonda Fisher,
Kit: Several
sizes and colors available.
Bring: 4-lb
Fireline and size #12 beading needles.
All Levels:
Beadweaving
$40 min 3/max 8
25-18 "Unbeweaveable" Paper Beads
Sunday, 2:00-4:00
Kippi von Duhn
Learn
different techniques of how to make durable paper beads of different sizes and
shapes, igniting the creative fibers within you! You will leave with piece(s)
of jewelry made from your own handmade beads and a low-cost means of creating
beautiful jewelry.
Kit: Acid
free color patterned paper, toothpicks, quilling pens, various types of glue,
rhinestones, glitter, funplastic, polymer clay, ribbon, findings, crazy
scissors, paper cutter, fans, crazy hole punchers, beading thread, wire,
handouts and more... You may select the colors and types of materials you want
to use.
Bring:
Munchies/beverages to share.
All Levels:
mixed media.
$35 min 4/max 20
25-19 Beginning Polymer Clay
Sunday, 1:00-5:00
Mary Moore
Play and get
to know the polymer-clay medium, learning the basics of the brands and their
capabilities. Techniques covered include making a "Natasha" bead,
simple bulls-eye cane, and bi-cone beads.
Kit: Clay,
tissue blade, tile work surface, and container.
Bring:
Imagination and whimsy.
Beginner:
Polymer Clay
$37 min 4/max 12
25-20 Rocks and Knots
Sunday, 2:00-5:00
Linda McGill
Make two single-wrap or one
double-wrap bracelets using half-hitch and square knots to encase stone or
glass beads in leather cording. Several color choices will be available. Accent beads make it unique. Bring
something special if you wish and we will do our best to incorporate it into
the design).
Kit: Various stone and glass beads,
leather, needles, thread, accent beads.
Bring:
Scissors, beading surface (bead mat or dishcloth) and a smile.
Beginner:
Stringing and Knotting.
$50 min 1/max 14
25-21 Pearl and Crystal Elegance
Sunday, 2:00-5:00
Susan Eaton
Simple pearl bracelet of right-angle-weave with a touch of 3mm crystals to add sparkle.
Kit: 6mm pearls, 3mm crystals, seed beads, thread, jump rings, wire/thread covers, clasp, instructions.
Bring: Size 12 needles.
Beginner: Stringing and Knotting.
$45 min 3/max 15
