The classes that we offer are as follows:
(Paid in advance - 72 hour notice for cancellations or rescheduling)
*If you do not already have your beads, plan on arriving at least 1/2 before your class start time to choose your beads.
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Basic Stringing - $25.00In this class you will learn to identify the basic beading tools and their functions, how to layout your design, string and finish the necklace. Once you learn this technique you will be able to make necklaces and bracelets. Most commonly used materials are semi-precious stones, Czech glass beads or Swarovski crystals. 1-1/2 Hours. |
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Basic Earrings - $25.00Learn to make three different pairs of earrings using your choice of beads with headpins, eye pins and chain. |
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Chandelier - $30.00Create these stylish and trendy earrings. Makes a great gift too! Compare to designs costing over $80.00 in stores! They look amazing when made with Swarovski crystals. Many styles of chandelier available from gold vermeil to Turkish sterling. |
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Wire Wrapping - $30.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings or Chandelier Earrings)In this class you will be working with wire. You will learn to make individual loops and link them together. Learn to create tight evenly spaced metal wraps. 2 Hours. |
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Wire Cuff - $40.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings, Chandelier Earrings and Wire Wrapping)Learn to create the frame of a wire cuff and wrap it with beads of various styles, shapes and colors. Perfect for those left over beads. 2 Hours. |
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Woven Pendant $40.00
(Pre-requisite: Earring/Chandelier, Wire Wrapping, Branch)Learn to weave beads using wire onto a round component creating a beautiful pendant. This pendant will look elegant on a simple chain or coordinate beautifully on a beaded necklace. The possibilities are endless! 2 Hours. |
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Tree of Life $40.00
(Pre-requisite: Earring/Chandelier, Wire Wrapping, Branch, Woven Pendant)Create the symbolic Tree of Life with beads wrapping it onto a round component. Tree of Life is the embodiment of love, life, and faith. 1.5 Hours. |
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Branch Out! - $40.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings, Chandelier Earrings and Wire Wrapping)Learn to twist wire creating branches of beads. This design can be used to create beautiful pendants and chandelier earrings. 2 Hours. |
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Ring in the Beads! - $40.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings or Chandelier Earrings and Wire Wrapping.)Learn to create and design a ring wrapping different shapes and colors of beads, finishing with a beautiful design of different textures. 1.5 Hours |
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A Stone in the Nest - $40.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings or Chandelier Earrings and Wire Wrapping.)Create a single-stone ring nestled into a nest of wrapped wire. This ring will be that cocktail ring all your friends will want! 1.5 Hours |
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Herringbone Weave - $30.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings or Chandelier Earrings and Wire Wrapping.)Learn to wrap a bead using the Herringbone Weave technique. This technique can also be used to create necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. 2 Hours |
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Tassle Pendant - $30.00Create a pendant stringing several strands of beads through a focal bead. A great way to use that one artistic bead you have no idea what to do with! 2 Hours. |
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Knotting - $35.00In this class you will learn to make knots in between beads to create spacing. This technique is not just for pearls! Very pretty with Swarovski crystals and a popular wedding piece for both the bride and bridesmaids. 2 Hours. |
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❤ R.A.W. Heart ❤ $30.00Make a Heart pendant for your special person! 2 hour class teaches this modified right angle weave (RAW) technique to produce a Swarovski Crystal heart. $30.00 (does not include materials). 2 Hours. |
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Three-to-One Swarovski Necklace - $35.00An interesting technique that uses 3 different sizes of Swarovski crystals and creates a gorgeous sparkling piece! 2 Hours. |
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Chain Necklace & Earrings - $30.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings or Chandelier Earrings)Learn to make a pair of earrings and a necklace using sterling silver or gold chain. We highly recommend taking the Wire Wrapping class first if this is your first experience using wire. 2 Hours. |
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Bezel the Pendant - $35.00
(Pre-requisite: Earrings/Chandelier, Wire Wrapping)You will learn to create a bezel for a focal bead by wrapping wire on a second piece of wire. The pendant can be hung on a beaded necklace, chain, or leather/suede. 2 Hours |
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Connect the Jump Rings - $40.00
(Pre-Requisite: Earrings/Chandelier, Wire Wrapping, Bezel Pendant)You will learn to create a base shape for beads by connecting jump
Rings with wire. This design can be strung on a beaded necklace or chain as a pendant. Make a pair and attach them to earrings! (Only one base will be made in class.) This design and technique was learned from Eni Oken. 2.5 Hours. |
Class Schedule:
Classes are offered on an appointment basis. We offer classes Tuesday – Friday from 11:30am – 3:00pm. Classes on Saturday are offered at 11:00am and 2:00pm only. Please call to make an appointment. If you do not have beads, we recommend arriving at least 1/2 hour earlier then the class start time to choose your beads.
Classes must be paid in advance.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, we require 72 hours minimum advance notice to avoid losing your payment. Most classes are full and we turn customers away, especially on Saturdays. If you cancel the day of the class, we do not have time to contact the customers we turned away.
NOTE:
The class fee does not include the cost of materials as every artist chooses different beads. However, we offer the use of our tools during the class at no additional charge. Most people spend $10 - $20 in beads & materials.
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