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BASIC STRINGING

An introduction to necklace design and bead stringing. Learn about methods of design and the types of stringing materials available, then use flexible wire and crimp beads to complete a single strand necklace. Instructor: Debra Stephens

One session, $30 (Includes stringing material, beads extra, 10% off, or choose from pre-selected beads for $20)

  • Tuesday, March 16, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
  • Thursday, April 15, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
  • Saturday, May 8, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
  • Monday, June 7, 6:30 – 9:30 pm


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BASIC EARRING DESIGN

Use ear wires, head pins, and eye pins to make three pairs of unique earrings. Learn to make both a simple loop and a wrapped loop for a professional and secure finish. Perfect for beginners. Instructor: Debra Stephens

One session, $40 (Includes all materials for 1 pair of earrings with basemetal wires and 2 pair earrings with sterling wires)

  • Monday, March 8, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
  • Thursday, April 8, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
  • Monday, May 3, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
  • Tuesday, June 22, 6:30 – 9:30 pm


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KNOTTING

Learn how to knot with an awl and finish a necklace using either French wire or clamshells to attach a clasp. Beads can be knotted continuously or in a “floating” presentation. A pendant may also be added. Prerequisite: Basic Stringing highly recommended for design purposes. Instructor: Kim Humphrey

One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off, or choose from pre-selected beads and materials for $10)

  • Tuesday, April 20, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
  • Thursday, June 24, 6:30 – 9:30 pm

From ordinary glass beads…

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to an interesting ethnic piece:

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From a broken strand of pearls…

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to a Swarovski crystal and pearl necklace and bracelet:

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See another sample in A Note From Doris.

REINVENT YOUR JEWELRY

By popular demand, we are continuing to offer this class every third Friday.  Many people are wanting to take it more than once!

Bring in the jewelry you no longer wear (because it is either broken or out of style) and remake it. From an old strand of beads or pearls, with a few new bead additions and a new clasp, you can have a brand new piece of jewelry! You will be helped with design ideas and construction.    Instructor: Kate Linne

One session, $10 (Yes, only $10! But materials are extra and advance registration is still required.)

Held on the third Friday of each month. Go to Trattoria 225 (225 Harrison) when you are done, wear your jewelry, show your Bead in Hand receipt, and get a free glass of house wine.   Make this a Girls’ Night Out!

  • Friday, February 19, 6-8 pm
  • Friday,  March 19, 6-8 pm
  • Friday, April 16, 6-8 pm
  • Friday, May 21, 6-8 pm
  • Friday, June 18, 6-8 pm

felted beadmakingNEW CLASS! FELTED BEADMAKING

A new class that is two classes in one!  Start out at Pamela Penney Textile Arts and make your own felt beads with wool roving, learning both needle-felting and wet felting techniques.  The next week, pick up your beads at Bead in Hand and incorporate them into your own one of a kind necklace using additional glass seed and accent beads, flexible wire and a basemetal clasp.  You’ll learn both felted beadmaking skills and basic beading skills in this two part class!  Instructors: Pamela Penney and Kate Linne

Two sessions, $60 (Includes all materials)

  • Thursday, April 15, 6:30-8:30 pm at Pamela Penney Textile Arts (130 Harrison St.) and Thursday, April 22, 6:30-8:30 pm at Bead in Hand (145 Harrison St.)

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KUMIHIMO – GETTING STARTED

Learn the basics of this Japanese weaving technique using beads to create a finished piece that looks just like bead crochet, but so much easier!  Instructor: Rose Hanley

One session, $35 (Materials extra, 10% off)   Students will be required to string beads onto cord in advance. Details will be provided when you register.

  • please watch for a new date!