CREATE YOUR OWN CLASS FOR KIDS
We can schedule a class for your group of 4 or more kids on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays during shop hours. Classes are 1 ½ hours and the cost is $15 per person, which includes all materials. Basic Stringing (ages 6 – 12), Hemp Necklace (ages 10 – 12), Criss-Cross Seed Bead necklace (ages 8 – 12), and Beaded Bowls (ages 8 – 12) are among the offerings. Payment for 4 persons is required at time of booking.
CREATE YOUR OWN CLASS FOR ADULTS
If there is something else you’d like to learn or if the dates don’t work for you, please let us know – we will schedule a special class for your group of four or more. Bring friends together and have fun beading! (Minimum 4 students, maximum 8.) A payment for 4 students is required at time of booking.
In addition to the classes that are scheduled, these classes may also be scheduled for your group:
SAN CLEMENTE LINKS
The chain is created with peyote stitch links of rectangles and circles. The rectangles use increases and decreases and a layer building technique that creates a sturdy link. The toggle is built in and a couple of Swarovski crystals are the finishing touch. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of peyote stitch. Instructor: Doris Weinbaum
One session, $35 (Materials extra, 10% off)
RIVOLI BEZELS
Start with a gorgeous Swarovski crystal rivoli and create your own bezel with seed beads. Add some accent beads and a peyote stitch loop and you have a pendant that can be worn on a chain or incorporated into a beaded necklace. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
ORGANIC FINGER-WOVEN BRACELET
Create a bracelet rich in color and texture using the basic figure-eight weave. Learn tips and techniques for adjusting the shape and density to match your personal taste. Instructor: Carol Hamlin Faure
One session, $35 ($10 material fee, to be paid to teacher – please bring cash or check, other materials extra, 10% off)
RUSSIAN LACE CHAIN
Using a netting stitch that incorporates a pearl or a teardrop bead, make a delicate choker necklace. Instructor: Debra Stephens
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
PATCHES OF COLOR BRACELET
Using a traditional macramé stitch with thin cord and glass cube beads, create a gorgeous bracelet that lays beautifully on the wrist. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, $40 (Class fee includes use of tools and all materials needed to make the bracelet.)
SEA NETTLES NECKLACE
Kim writes: “I have always been fascinated with jellyfish. These amazing creatures of the sea move with the currents of the ocean with their long graceful tentacles drifting beneath them. When I saw a large group of jellyfish floating past the boat I was in, it almost seemed like each one was connected to the next one by their tentacles. This formation of the drifting jellyfish is what gave me the inspiration for the necklace. I have named the necklace after a type of jellyfish called Sea Nettles.”
Pearls and crystals are woven together to create oblong beads. These oblong beads are connected together with long strands of seed beads, pearls and crystals to make the necklace strand. The center piece of the necklace has a large three dimensional diamond shaped pendant constructed with pearls and round crystals. The closure at the end of the necklace is a lovely flat button made up of seed beads and pearls. A loop of beads slips over the button to secure the necklace around your neck. The necklace has a fluid feel to it and drapes beautifully around the neck. Instructor: Kimberly Stathis
Skill level: Intermediate. Prerequisite: Need to have reasonable experience with off-loom beading.
One session, $90 (Materials extra, 10% off)
Minimum five students.
HUNGARIAN LACE NECKLACE
A vintage design in netting stitch using seed beads and briolettes creates a delicate necklace that sits beautifully around the neck and is perfect for either summer or the holidays. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, 3 hours, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
FIRECRACKER BEADED BEAD
Whether you use vibrant colors or keep them subtle, this design by Yoshi Marubashi (www.yoshiesjewel.com) creates a bead that captures the eye! Prerequisite: working knowledge of peyote stitch, and please note that you must arrive with some beadwork completed before the class, so be sure to register in advance to get the instructions. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, 1 1/2 hours, $15 (Materials extra, 10% off)
LAVA LAMP BEADED BEAD
This fun beaded bead designed by Wendy Ellsworth (www.ellsworthstudios.com)
uses tubular herringbone for a versatile design. Once you get the basics, you’ll have fun experimenting with the many possible variations. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, 1 1/2 hours, $15 (Materials extra, 10% off)
DUTCH SPIRAL NECKLACE
A spiral design that works off peyote stitch and incorporates a variety of beads to create interesting variations in color and texture. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
OGLALA LACE
Learn the traditional Oglala Sioux lace bead netting stitch while making this necklace that curls and twists gracefully on your neck. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, 3 hours, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
SPIRAL ROPE CHAIN
A great introduction to seed beading, this spiral rope is easy to make, strong and flexible. Instructor: Debra Stephens
One session, 3 hours, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
DOUBLE SPIRAL ROPE CHAIN
(shown here with a rivoli bezel pendant)
A variation of the spiral rope chain, this design goes one step further and makes a thicker rope using two colors of beads. Instructor: Debra Stephens
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
DANCING LADY PINS
Create these unique “dancing lady” pins using free-form brick stitch. You will use increasing/decreasing techniques and beading around larger beads to create these delightful shapes. Prerequisite: working knowledge of brick stitch. Instructor: Kimberly Humphrey
One session, 5 hours, $50 (Materials extra, 10% off)
BEADED BUTTON/CABOCHON BROOCH
Turn a favorite button or cabochon into a stunning brooch by couching seed beads in concentric circles and adding a decorative edging. Instructor: Debra Stephens
Two sessions, 6 hours, $60 (Materials extra, 10% off)
BALL AND CHAIN BRACELET
Learn to make Crystal Eyes compact ball beads from Swarovski crystals and Japanese cylinder beads that appear to float on your wrist connected by fine chain. Beginning seed beaders are welcome, although some seed beading experience is helpful. Instructor: Sue Jackson
One session, 6 hours, $75
KNOTTED PEARL BRACELET
Knot two strands of pearls that will be attached to a one-of-a-kind sterling silver vintage button clasp with clam shells. Finish this bracelet by covering the clam shells with Crystal Eyes bands made with seed beads, crystals and pearls for a beautifully elegant bracelet that can be worn with jeans or to a formal event. Knotting and seed beading will both be taught in this class. No previous experience necessary. Instructors: Sue Jackson and Wendy Hubick
One session, 6 hours, $75 (Materials extra, 10% off. A selection of clasps will be available for purchase from instructors – no discount on these clasps.)
TUBULAR MESH NECKLACE
Learn how to work with this wire ribbon that can be stretched to create ruffled edges, strung through beads, or filled with beads. Have fun exploring the possibilities! Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
GRANDMOTHER’S NECKLACE
Using seed beads, bugles and small glass beads, construct little bead people to represent all the children or grandchildren in your family. Strung on a necklace, it makes a thoughtful customized gift for a mother or grandmother – perfect for birthdays or Mother’s Day! Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, 3 hours, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
NETTED NECKLACE
A great introduction to the netting stitch, this light and airy necklace can be the basis for many variations. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
LADDER STITCH EARRINGS
Learn an easy ladder stitch beading technique using glass seed beads. Add a picot edging if desired. Create your own unique pair of earrings; with additional components, the possibilities are endless. Make your own quick, easy, stylish and original gifts! Instructor: Doris Weinbaum
One session, $35 (Includes ear wires, seed beads, needle and thread for 1 pair – other beads and components are extra, 10% off)
LOOPS AND DROPS NECKLACE
Add a new dimension to a necklace by using wire to create loops and drops off a single strand. Prerequisite: Basic Stringing. Instructor: Debra Stephens
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
PEARL GRAPE CLUSTER PENDANT
Create a beautiful pendant that resembles a cluster of grapes with pearls and sterling silver wire. Suspend the pendant on a fine silver chain closed with a lobster clasp. Instructors: Sue Jackson and Wendy Hubick
One session, $40 (Materials extra, 10% off)
HELEN’S HOOPS
A clever design of a hoop earring with embellishments. Great for beginners. Instructor: Patricia Capotosto
One session, $35 (Materials extra, 10% off)
NEW! SUDDEN IMPACT NECKLACE
This necklace features five multi-layered rings with a tiny rivoli as the center for a burst of color. Each ring is made up of three colors of seedbeads, which gives the rings dimension and interest. The ring is made using a right angle weave stitch. A tiny bezeled rivoli is sewn into the center of the ring creating a star pattern and embellished with crystals. Each of the five rings is connected together with links made up of seed beads, crystals and a matching bezeled rivoli to form the center piece of the necklace. An embellished peyote ribbon is attached to each end of the center piece. The closure at the ends of the peyote ribbon consists of a tiny embellished bezeled rivoli on one side of the ribbon and a loop of beads on the other side of the ribbon. Prerequisite: This is an intermediate/advanced class – students must know peyote stitch and right angle weave. Instructor: Kimberly Stathis
One session, $90 (Materials extra, 10% off) $65 kits will be available to buy directly from instructor (kits include everything except 6 lb. test Fireline).
CRYSTAL EYES CATERPILLAR BRACELET
Create a beautiful bracelet that fits the wrist and resembles a jeweled caterpillar. Seed bead experience is preferred. Instructors: Sue Jackson and Wendy Hubick
One session, $75 (Materials extra, 10% off)