Crystal Bauble Bracelet: The Crystal Bauble Bracelet is one of those pieces that you see and say, "I have to have that!". It's sparkley, it's trendy and it's a super technique to add to your repertoire of jewelry making abilities.
Basic Stringing Techniques: Learn how to make your own custom strung jewelry! This workshop is designed for the novice beader....but even if you aren't a beginner, you are sure to learn something new. You will learn about the required materials/tools, how to professionally assemble your piece and attach a clasp. These techniques will be applied in the creation of your own bracelet or necklace.
Date: 1/28 (Sat) Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Level: All Levels Cost: $35.00 + materials
Spades Necklace: Take your single strand necklace skills to the next level when you learn how to create this multi-strand necklace with single strand center front focal. The focal section will be created using Czech glass spades. Spades are beads that have a soft point on one end and interlock when strung together. They give the necklace or any piece that they are incorporated into, a textural look.
Hand Knotted Pearls (Clam Shell Bead Tip Technique): Ever wanted to learn how to hand knot a strand of pearls but thought the technique would take years to master? You wouldn't be alone. In actuality, hand knotting pearls is very EASY! Yes, EASY and you can learn how in this one session workshop. This workshop will focus on the clam shell bead tip technique for applying a clasp.
Date: TBA Time: 3 hrs. Level: All Levels Cost: $65.00 (includes all materials & tools - (1) 16" strand 5 mm - 5.5 mm white fresh water pearls, gold filled or sterling silver findings, silk thread, stringing needle and awl.)
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Fabulous Finishes: Once you've strung a piece of jewelry, what's the best way to finish it? In this class you'll learn various finishing techniques including when & how to use wire protectors, loop crimps, cones, cord endcaps, clamshell bead tips, extenders, crimp covers and memory wire endcaps. You'll leave with a sampler containing a variety of finishes that you can refer to when working on future projects.
Date: TBA Time: 4 hrs. *Pre-Requisite: Participants should know how to attach a basic clasp with crimp beads to a bracelet/necklace prior to taking this class. Cost: $45.00 (includes materials)
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Magnetic Wrap Bracelet: In this workshop you'll learn how to create this fabulous magnetic wrap bracelet. Your bracelet will be made with magnets and crystals in your choice of colors. What's neat about this bracelet is that there is no clasp. It's held together entirely by magnets. Not only will you have fun wearing this bracelet, you'll also have fun wrapping it on and off!
Date: TBA Time: 2.5 hrs. Level: All Levels Cost: $45.00 (includes materials for one bracelet)
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Personalized Pendants: See how easy it is to work with these fun metallic frames/connectors and Art Gel glaze. Learn how to create fashion forward pendants and bracelets that express your personal style.
Date: TBA Time: 1/2 hr. Level: This demo is appropriate for all ages & levels Cost: FREE DEMO
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Designer Inspired Rings: Learn how to make these sharp looking rings in this fun and informative workshop. You'll create your signature ring in sterling silver. These rings also make great gifts!
Date: TBA Time: 2 hrs. Level: All Levels Cost: $45.00 (includes materials for one ring)
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Floating Bead Necklace: In this necklace, stations of beads appear to "float" along the beading wire. This is a great technique to use when you want to incorporate a specialty beading wire into your design. Also great when you don't want to fill an entire strand of wire with beads.
Teachers/Grads/Bridesmaids Gift Ideas - FREE DEMO: The warm weather gift giving season is here! So if you need some hand-crafted gift ideas, we've got a great FREE DEMO for you. Join us and learn how to make a variety of simple, unique, hand-made gifts.
Date: TBA Time: 1/2 hr. Level: This demo is appropriate for all ages & levels Cost: FREE DEMO
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Simple Elegant Holiday Gifts - Jewelry: Need some gift giving ideas? In this demo you'll see how to assemble a variety of simple and elegant jewelry pieces that any gift recipient would be sure to love.
Date: TBA Time: 45 min. Level: All Levels Cost: FREE DEMO
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Multi-Strand Wire Necklace: Learn how to work with specialty colored beading wire when you create this simple, elegant multi-strand necklace. Makes a great gift!
Date: TBA Time: 1/2 hr. Level: All Levels
Cost: FREE DEMO
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Fringe Bead Bracelet/Necklace: If you love that chunky, trendy, textural look in a bracelet or necklace, then this class is for you. Comprised of rows and rows of bead fringe, this bracelet/necklace is both fun to make and wear. This is a great technique to use to incorporate an eclectic mix of beads into one-of-a-kind pieces. Project might not be completed during class time.
