April - May 2016

Flat Even Count Peyote fs \ $25Thursday, April 7 (6-9pm) Join us as we learn one of the most basic off-loom beadweaving technique. The peyote stitch has been seen in Native American beadwork as well as Ancient Egyptian artifacts. It can be woven in an even count or odd count of beads per row, although this class will be focused on the more popular even count. This design features achevron pattern that’ll help you understand how to read apatterned graph. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

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Stoney Path Earrings \ $40Saturday, April 2 (10am-1pm)Learn to lay texture through the use of a rolling mill andfabricate these eye catching earrings. Basic fabricationtechniques, plus cold connection with two types of rivetsetting, plus patina and use of Gilder’s paste makes it a“chock full of fun” class. Bonus instruction will cover creating your own ear wires. Previous sheet metal experience is helpful but not required. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Erosion Gemstone Cuff \ $35Saturday, April 2 (2-5pm)Gemstones and metal sheet create a look of wear in Erosion Cuff. Water eddies underneath the cuff pull at the surrounding stones with a cold-connection techniquecalled couching. Students will form, texture, and connecttwo of earth’s elements in this cool cuff. Sheet metal experience is required. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

Basic Wire Working \ $35Wednesday, April 13 (6-9pm)Learn the secrets of wire working as we create the mostbasic design elements in handcrafted jewelry. Students will learn how to make jump rings, eye pins, caged bead, a clasp, and a cute charm. After linking them all together, you will leave with a professionally crafted bracelet, all created by you! Heavy gauge wire requires good handstrength. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Round About Bangle \ $25Saturday, April 9 (10am-12pm)Round and round we go with this bangle. Learn to moveheavy gauge wire and create a bangle armature. Pretty,large-hole freshwater pearls are fixed into place and looklike little moons set on an orbit. Students can expect tocomplete two bangles. Patina technique will be demon-strated. Good hand strength is a must to move heavygauge wire. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Crowned Jewel \ $55Sunday, April 3 (12-5pm) This Romanesque inspired piece features facetted jewelsstudded completely around the band with a clever snap closure for a seamless and perfect fit. Start with a quickand simple peyote band that will be embellished with radiant crystals and stiching that will crown your jewelsand make you feel like royalty. Peyote stitch experienceis required. Materials list.

by Wendy Remmers

It’s a Wrap Bracelet \ $25Wednesday, April 6 (6-8pm) Single, double, or triple wrap bracelets are still the ragetoday and we will be weaving them up using whatever type of bead inspires you, and your choice of wraps.Choose from gemstones, crystals, glass beads or mix them up. Students will also learn how to create a slide knot that will add strength and makes a nice design element. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Wendy Remmers

Crystalline Wave Bangle \ $35Saturday, April 9 (1-4pm) Graceful curves combine with woven wire and beautifulcrystals, gemstones or tiny pearls, makes for a lovely bangle. Students will learn to move medium gauge wire inopen spiral pattern repeats to form the bangle armature.Patina technique included. Previous wire working experience is helpful but not required. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Chain & Leather Magic \ $25Sunday, April 10 (10am-12pm) Wow! What an outstanding piece of jewelry. This chain and leather combination is a good example of how the whole can sometimes go way beyond the sum of its parts.The dazzling chain and soft leather are put together in away that defies description but after just a few hours ofclass time you’ll learn exactly how it’s done. All skill levelswelcome. Materials list.

by Sheilah Cleary

Bead Looming fs \ $25Sunday, April 10 (1-4pm)Allow me to introduce you to looming. During this class you will learn how to set up the loom, what materials areappropriate to use, and the technique of looming. Most importantly you will learn three different techniques for finishing, none of which involve sewing in the threads. Thisclass will also address several ways to add a clasp, and anadded bonus of learning how to graph your own designsfor the future. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.by Sheilah Cleary

Intro to Chainmaille \ $35Thursday, April 14 (6-9pm)Introduce yourself to the world of chainmaille in this com-prehensive workshop. We’ll discuss the importance of preci-sion sized jump rings, how to prepare and work with jumprings, type of pliers to use, and how to weave this simpleyet impressive Spiral Chain. From here you will have the skillsto advance to more complex chainmaille weaves and beyond.All skill levels welcome. Required jump ring kits avail-able in SS, SF, brass, copper, bronze. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

New Twist Swirls & Curls \ $65Saturday, April 16 (10am-5pm)Swirls & Curls is a unique new peyote stitch spiral thatuses a variety of beads in four different sizes. This neck-lace is made in three separate sections which allows forgreater flexibility and more creativity when deciding onyour section lengths. The center swirl section may be made longer for a far more dramatic appearance. All ofthese design options will be covered in class. Peyotestitch experience is required. Materials list.by Sheilah Cleary

Foxtail Rope \ $35Saturday, April 23 (2-5pm)For chainmaillers who want just a touch of challenge toyour weaving, try your hand at this foxtail rope design.Weaving in three-tones will make it easier for your first try at it, but if you choose to weave in one-tone, I’ve gotsome tips to help keep you on track. Intermediate chainmaille experience is required. Required jump ring kits available in SS, SF, copper, brass, bronze orthree-tone combinations. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

Flora Charm \ $25Wednesday, April 27 (6-8pm)The flora theme has been a popular subject in beading butthis one is quick and easy and so much fun to make. All ittakes are some SuperDuos, seed beads and a few crystalsand you’re ready to weave. Although not very evident, thereis a built in bail that is hidden behind one petal and caneasily accommodate a beaded rope necklace or nearly any other neckpiece. Basic bead weaving experience is helpful but not required. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

Katherine \ $25Wednesday, April 20 (6-8pm)Great for any beginner to beading or if you just want towork with two-hole beads. You will be using a netting stitchto weave these jeweled connectors that can be easily madeinto a cute pair of earrings, or with a little more work, acool bracelet. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Jennifer Soltero

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Mehndi Gemstone Earrings \ $35Sunday, April 24 (10am-1pm) ORWednesday, May 18 (6-9pm)Traditionally, Mehndi tattooing is a beautiful art expressedon the hands, arms and feet of Hindu brides. Kat bringsthe ancient Sanskrit lotus theme into play with wire andgemstone rondelles. Students will make a pair of lovely earrings and will also receive bonus instruction on makingear wires. Previous wire working experience is helpfulbut not required. Materials list.by Kat Clark

Knotting Basics \ $25Sunday, April 17 (10am-12pm)There’s no comparison to an elegantly and professionallyknotted necklace or bracelet. Knots protect and secureyour most treasured pearls or beads, and enables yourpiece to drape so naturally. Learn how to choose and work with silk threads and finish with clamshell beadtips.All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Andrea Morris

Byzantine Chains \ $35Thursday, April 28 (6-9pm)The classic and popular Byzantine chain pattern will be our emphasis as we create either a continuous rope chain or a segmented version that perfectly frames sparkling crystal beads. You get to choose. Basicchainmaille experience is required. Required jump ringkits available in SS, SF, copper, brass, bronze andtwo-tone combinations. Materials list.

by Wendy Remmers

The Catch \ $45Sunday, April 17 (1-5pm)Catch all kinds of fun beads like SuperDuos and rondellecrystals in this net inspired bracelet. Its seamless appear-ance gives the illusion that it’s a roll-on bangle style bracelet,but no it isn’t. Can you see catch? There’s a hidden mag-netic clasp in there somewhere and you’ll soon know how to weave this up using basic netting stitches. Basic beadweaving experience is required. Materials list.

by Wendy Remmers

Craft Show Success \ $45Thursday, April 21 (6-9pm)One of the most successful ways to sell your handmadejewelry is through local and regional craft shows. Learnhow to select the shows that best fits your business, howmuch inventory to bring, what’s the best booth size for you,how to design and layout your booth and how to displayyour jewelry. This class will help you boost your sales andprovide valuable marketing and sales tips!

by Scott Remmers

Spiraling Peanuts \ $35Saturday, April 23 (10am-1pm)Cute little peanut shaped seed beads will be woven togetherwith traditional seed beads, using a tubular herringbonestitch. See how these peanut beads will add texture andsome dimension to this rope style bracelet. Basic beadweaving experience is helpful but not required. Materials list.

by Gwen Duyao

Gemstone Pod Pendant \ $35Sunday, April 24 (2-5pm)Learn to shape silver, copper or brass sheet into a lovelypod shaped form. Then texture and emboss to your heart’scontent. A gorgeous flat gemstone bead takes centerstage, along with pretty side-drilled pearls or beads andcrystals for embellishment. Any embellishment beads can beused in this design. Scale is key. Bonus instructions usingGilder’s paste will be covered. Metal fabrication skillshelpful but not required. Materials list.by Kat Clark

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Treetop Gemstone Pendant Necklace \ $35Saturday, May 7 (1-4pm)Spring has sprung and little birdies are singing! Learn tomake this whimsical pendant necklace using wire workingtechniques and sheet metal work to create an adorablebirdie charm. Students will learn how to make wire linkedbeaded chain plus some basic fabrication techniques. Previous wire wrapping experience is helpful but notrequired. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Captured Stone Pendants \ $35Saturday, May 14 (2-5pm)Captured Stone Pendant is a very simple looking design,but is an excellent way to learn a bunch of techniques. Students will cut and texture sheet metal, learn to strategi-cally place and notch edges, custom make and rivet set awire bail, and do some wire wrapping. Phew! A flat stonebead or cab works best in this project. Previous sheetmetal work experience is helpful but not required. Materials list.by Kat Clark

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Gypsy Treasures \ $35Saturday, April 30 (1-4pm)Using the netting stitch, create this scoop neck focalband that moves freely to fit nearly every neck size. Embellish with side-drilled gemstones and glass leaves, or something similar from your box of treasures. Also,make a chain linked necklace, accented with casted beads and charms. Basic bead weaving experience is required. Materials list.

by Jennifer Soltero

Fancy Kites \ $25Wednesday, May 4 (6-8pm)Big bold jewelry is in fashion and this geometric design will be fun to dangle from your ears. Using a square stitchtechnique, you’ll be creating blocked segments that can be made into earrings, but also easily translates into a fashionable bracelet to match. All skill levels welcome.Materials list.

by Jennifer Soltero

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Arabesque Chandeliers \ $35Saturday, May 14 (10am-1pm)Learn to wire up these beautiful “light as a feather” chandelier earrings using teardrop shaped stones or crystals. Learn to use various sized bail forming pliers to make precision wire components and even your own ear wires. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

Beading Fundamentals \ $35 (includes all materials)Saturday, April 30 (10am-12pm)New at beading? This class is especially designed for you.Learn the basics on beads, findings, stringing materials,tools, and how to get started in the wonderful world ofbeading. You’ll make a bead strung bracelet using all the latest findings and tools to ensure that you develop a solid foundation and get you on your way. All skill levelswelcome. Includes all materials.

by Wendy Remmers

Twinkling Stars \ $55Sunday, May 1 (12-5pm) It’s pretty evident that the focus of this design is the twinkling, or bling factor, seen in the various facettedbeads and stones featured in this bracelet. The stunningcenterpiece is the rhinestone studded hook and ring claspthat is front and center. Also, the captured crystal orb that peeks through this regal rope makes quite a statement. Learn how to size your piece for a custom fit. Peyotestitch experience is required. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

Personalize It! \ $15Sunday, May 8 (10am-12pm) OR (2-4pm)Personalized jewelry is trending these days as well as jewelry that is meaningful or conveys a message. In thisclass you’ll have the opportunity to personalize your jew-elry. Students are encouraged to send in their photos to be reproduced and incorporated into a pendant, charm, orbracelet. It’s a great time to make a memorable Mother’sDay gift! All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Wendy Remmers

Jeweled Phoenix \ $35Wednesday, May 11 (6-9pm)From the ashes rises the jeweled Phoenix, fiery and majestic! Learn to encase a small crystal chaton, embellish it with netting stitches, and finish with a flat peyote stitched ring band. Previous peyote stitch experience is required. Materials list.

by Jennifer Soltero

Twist Counter Twist \ $65Sunday, May 15 (10am-5pm)Twist & Counter Twist is a most unique and inventive kumihimo braid. When properly completed, it will seem as though strands of interior beads are caged inside of an exterior braid. You will then learn how to add somecoraling and frothy fringing for a super fringe effect. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Sheilah Cleary

Double Spiral Stitch fs \ $25Thursday, May 12 (6-8pm)If you’ve already conquered the traditional Spiral Stitch, try your hand at the Double Spiral. Learn how to createtwo spirals at a time to give you this cool rope effect. One benefit of this stitch is that the spirals tend to stay intact better, as opposed to the regular spiral stitch thatneeds to be manually spiraled. It makes a beautiful braceletand necklace too! Regular spiral stitch experience isrequired. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

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Swivel Bails \ $25Saturday, May 7 (10am-12pm)If you’ve ever wanted to get your feet wet in metal work-ing, this is the class for you. Swivel Bails is a cool way tomake statement pieces with just a piece of sheet metal anda nice stone donut or large hole bead. Because it swivels,the pendant looks great in any direction. Experienced students can expect to make at least two bails in class.Previous metal working experience is helpful but notrequired. Materials list.by Kat Clark

Freeform Peyote \ $35Sunday, May 22 (10am-1pm)Take your peyote stitch skills to the next level where thereare no roadmaps but rather a free flowing stitching experi-ence that will result in a unique piece every time. It is agreat time to let you creativity flow and incorporate allkinds of beads to add color and texture. If you’re worriedabout being in charge of your own design, don’t worry,there are no wrong designs. Previous peyote stitch experience is required. Materials list.by Jennifer Soltero

Secret Saturday Sampler \ $65 (includes all materials)Saturday, May 28 (12-5pm) We all love a little mystery, especially when it rarely disap-points. The hint is that this particular project has somethingto do with bead weaving. Just bring yourself, and perhapsyour reading glasses, because everything else is included.Basic bead weaving experience is required. Includesall materials.

by Wendy Remmers

Diagonal SuperDuos \ $35Wednesday, May 25 (6-9pm)Create diagonal rows of color with the popular two-holeSuperDuo beads, while using the peyote stitch technique.Color can play a large part in this design and you’d be surprised at how quickly this bracelet will look with differentcolor ways. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

by Gwen Duyao

UFOs with Jennifer \ $25Sunday, May 22 (2-5pm)UFOs: UnFinished Objects, aka “projects,” that you’re itching to get done. Here’s your opportunity to get yourJennifer projects completed in this 3-hour class, where she will help you get back on track or refresh you on atechnique. Bring any “Jennifer” project and get them done!Only Jennifer projects will qualify for this UFO class.Must bring all materials and written instructions toclass.by Jennifer Soltero

Climbing Vine Bangle \ $35Saturday, May 21 (2-5pm)This gorgeous bangle is a free form interpretation of aclimbing vine, highlighted with delicate berries. Students willlearn how to weave heavy gauge wire into a bangle arma-ture and embellish it with round beads. A combination ofpearls and crystals or gemstones work well. Multiples arethe rage today so make a bunch and wear them stackedhigh! Previous wire working skills are helpful but notrequired. Good hand strength is a plus. Materials list.by Kat Clark

Sea Nettle Earrings \ $35Saturday, May 21 (10am-1pm)Learn to form and texture metal discs to create these ethereal, jelly fish earrings. Dapping and texturing metal is the primary technique learned in this design. Bead embellished stringing wire forms the long “tentacles” and completes the earring. Bonus instruction includes making custom ear wires. Previous metal working experience is helpful but not required. Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Vertebrae Bracelet or Ring \ $35Sunday, May 29 (10am-1pm)Choose to create a bracelet or ring, or perhaps both, using this sinuous chain design. It looks beautiful in one or two tone and will be much easier to execute initially as a bracelet. The small jump rings used for the ring makes itjust a tad more difficult to see and handle. Basic chain-maille experience is required. Required jump ring kitsavailable in SS, SF, copper, brass, bronze or two-tonecombinations. Materials list.by Wendy Remmers

Serpent Chain \ $35Thursday, May 26 (6-9pm)Inspired by the half persian and GSG, this Serpent Chaincombines both styles and weaves into a robust and stylin’chain. This tightly woven bracelet will test your skills and will require precision with inserting and closing rings.Basic chainmaille experience is required. Requiredjump ring kits available in SS, SF, copper, brass,bronze or two-tone combinations. Materials list.

by Wendy Remmers

Gemstone Hinged Bangle \ $35Sunday, May 29 (2-5pm)Learn to move heavy gauge wire to form a hinged banglearmature. This simple design can be easily customized to highlight a few gorgeous gemstone beads or shards,pearls and various beads types or found objects. Goodhand strength is helpful to move heavy gauge wire.Materials list.

by Kat Clark

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Crowned Jewel 12-5p Flat Even Peyote fs 6-9p Round About Bangle 10a-12pCrystalline Wave Bangle 1-4p

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Chain & Leather Magic 10a-12pBead Loomin g fs 1-4p

Intro to Chainmaille 6-9p New Twist Swirls & Curls 10a-5pBasic Wire Working 6-9p

Knotting Basics 10a-12pThe Catch 1-5p

Craft Show Success 6-9p Spiraling Peanuts 10a-1pFoxtail Rope 2-5p

Katherine 6-8p

Mehndi Gem Earrings 10a-1pGemstone Pod Pendant 2-5p

Byzantine Chains 6-9p Beading Fundamentals 10a-12pGypsy Treasures 1-4p

Flora Charm 6-8p

Stoney Path Earrings 10a-1pErosion Gemstone Cuff 2-5p

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