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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: 
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)
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, 3 hours, $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)
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, 3 hours, $30 (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)
BEADED BRA
These small beaded bras are not wearable but they are whimsical pieces of art. Learn how to create shape with the brick stitch, which can be used in other sculptural projects. Instructor: Kim Humphrey
One session, 3 hours, $30 (Includes hangar, all other materials extra, 10% off)
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)
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)
TURKISH ROUND
A round weave that is fun to work and looks great as a bracelet or necklace. Prerequisite: Experience with Box or Byzantine chain required. Instructor: Ellen Black.
One session, $35 (Kit: $22 for brass jump rings for one bracelet, clasp and other materials extra, 10% off)
FULL PERSIAN
A round weave that is fun to make and looks great as a bracelet or necklace. Prerequisite: Experience with Box or Byzantine Chain. Instructor: Ellen Black
One session, $30 (Kit: $20 for brass jump rings for one bracelet, clasp and other materials extra, 10% off)
BOX AND BYZANTINE CHAINS
Get two chains in one with this class! Learn the Box chain, and with a slight variation you can turn it into the Byzantine chain. Instructor: Ellen Black
One session, $35 (Kit: $33 for brass jump rings for two bracelets, clasp and other materials extra, 10% off)
EUROPEAN SIX IN ONE
This weave makes a compact cuff style bracelet. Additional rows can be added to make the piece wider. It can be challenging, so other chain maille experience is helpful. Instructor: Ellen Black.
One session, $35 (Kit: $28 for brass jump rings to make a bracelet, clasp and other materials extra, 10% off.)
JAPANESE WEAVE
This weave makes geometric patterns, and with simple changes offers many design variations. You will begin work on a star burst pattern. Prerequisite: Experience with Byzantine or other chain maille weave required. Instructor: Ellen Black
One session, $35 (Kit: $33 for brass jump rings, clasp extra, 10% off.)
NEW! 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)
ROSARY/BEAD LINKS AND CHAIN NECKLACE
Make a personalized rosary for yourself or as a unique gift for someone else. Or, apply the same skills to make a contemporary necklace with lengths of chain linked together with beads on wire. Instructor: Pamela Webster
One session, $30 (Materials extra, 10% off)
NEW! BANGLE BRACELET
Construct this bangle bracelet from wire and size it perfectly to your wrist. Make the charm and a swan clasp for the perfect finish. Instructor: Patricia Capotosto
One session, $35 (Materials extra, 10% off)
WIRE WRAPPED PENDANTS
Learn versatile wire wrapping techniques to wrap a stone, cabochon, or other item with a large flat surface. Instructor: Rachel Samuels
One session, $30 (Includes wire, other materials extra, 10% off)
EGYPTIAN SPIRAL BRACELET
A classic design with a new twist that lays beautifully on the wrist. Some previous wire work experience is recommended. Instructor: Patricia Capotosto
One session, $35 (Materials extra, 10% off)
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