Beginning Jewelry

Never made jewelry before? Want to? This is perfect for you. Learn the in's and out's of creating your own jewelry. You will make two bracelets and a pair of earrings in class, and have the knowledge to create much more.

Cost:$18.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
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Byzantine Bling Chain

This chain is another variation of the basic Byzantine link. It s amazing what you can do with one basic style! This one is perfect for dangling beads off of the side, or a great charm bracelet.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Deanna Kittrell
Prerequisite:Byzantine/Queen's chain
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Knotty Ladies

This whimsical gals are made of micro macrame square knots. You can make them in all body shapes, sizes and attitudes! Beads make up the head, hair, arms and legs. They make great gifts!

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Kris Buchanan
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Dutch Spiral With Bugles

A variation of the traditional Dutch spiral stitch as made popular by Gineke Root, this simplified version uses 2 colors of bugle beads and undulates as it spirals.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Kathi Quan
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Embellished Peyote Cabochon

Looking for a way to bead a cabochon even thought it doesn't have any holes to string through? In this class you will learn to surround a cabochon with tiny seed beads and Delica beads, then learn to form layers of embellishment to enhance the look.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Kathi Quan
Prerequisite:Seed bead stitching experience
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Tornado Spiral Lariat

What a difference a bead makes. Using a variety of beads, this lariat spirals around like a tornado using 11 or more different segments of beads. Changing the accent beads in this lariat makes each one you create a unique and different looking piece to wear.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Patsy Silva
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Tubular Ndebele Wave Necklace

This necklace uses the basic Ndebele stitch, and uses a variety of bead sizes to create the elegant undulations that give it its shape. It certainly looks more complicated than it is, and you won't want to stop with just one!

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Kathi Quan
Prerequisite:Seed bead stitching experience
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Wire Wrapped Rings 1

Have you ever made a ring out of wire? Here's your chance to learn. Using basic wire, students will learn to properly construct, fit, and embellish basic wire ring styles. Beginning wirework experience is helpful.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Elaine Yamada
Prerequisite:Beginning wirework
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Freeform Peyote Stitch Bracele

Using different colors and sizes of seed beads you will peyote stitch them together to make this show stopper  bracelet. It is the type of bracelet that will demand attention. Come in and see the examples as soon as possible.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Patsy Silva
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Giverny Bracelet

Monet s gardens at Giverny have lush foliage and flowers, all combining to make up an amazing feast for the eyes. This bracelet combines several techniques including right angle weave to achieve a bracelet that will garner attention.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Lettie Larson
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Business Of Beading 1 - Where To Begin

OK, made some jewelry, now you want to sell it. But to whom? This class covers tips for finding your niche to begin a strong customer base.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
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Caviar Bracelet

This decadent bracelet looks like tiny globes of caviar have been spilled over the top of it. The base is flat so it s easy to wear, and the top is made up of Japanese raindrop beads in various colors.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Lettie Larson
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Corsage Bracelet

This gorgeous bracelet has a bloom on it that dazzles with crystals on the tips. The entire bracelet is made using net stitch, and it quick and easy.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Patsy Silva
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Nefertiti's Bracelet

This basic flat Ndebele bracelet looks like something the Egyptian Queen would have worn. This class is perfect for students who want to learn Ndebele or for those who want to experiment with the stitch.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Lettie Larson
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Persian Chain

This exotic chain is light and airy, but don't let it's subtle look fool you. With it's roots in the mid east, it's the perfect chain for a bracelet that looks anything but handmade.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Deanna Kittrell
Prerequisite:Beginning chain making
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Magnificent Multistrand

Always admired those great multistrand gemstone necklaces in the expensive department stores and fancy catalogs? In this class we'll take you through the whole process from picking out your beads, planning the strands, stringing them, and finishing techniques. Don't miss this one!

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
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Chloe's Collar

This chainmaille necklace is simply a stunner. It is comprised mainly of a link that is derived from the Byzantine chain. Students will learn to attach half segments of chain to larger rings and create dangles.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Deanna Kittrell
Prerequisite:Byzantine/Queen's chain
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Beaded Donut

This lightweight donut is constructed using a tubular right angle weave technique and firepolish beads. It makes an excellent centerpiece to a necklace or just hang it on a chain.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Kathi Quan
Prerequisite:Right angle weave experience
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Business Of Beading 2 - Pricing Your Work

I know how much it costs me to make, how much should I sell it for? Learn to price your work, to keep customers coming back and to maximize your profit.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
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Orbital Chain

This chain is quite fascinating with its basic design altered by rings that orbit around the base chain. This one is best when made with heavy gauge rings, and beads can be added for additional flair.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Deanna Kittrell
Prerequisite:Beginning chain making
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Prong Set Pendant

Ever wonder how to set a stone with fancy prongs without taking a metalsmithing class? Well we ve got a class for you. Students will learn to set a stone in a pendant with wire. This is an advanced class, students must be proficient in making the wire wrapped cabochon.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Elaine Yamada
Prerequisite:Wire wrapped cabochon
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Dazzleberry Bracelet

This bracelet looks like you have berries around your wrist, only these berries are shiny! Although it makes an excellent necklace, it sits flat on your wrist for a comfortable fit.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Lettie Larson
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Flat Wire Cuff

This wire cuff is made of square wire which makes it shimmer like nobody's business. Using many pieces of wire, students will learn to secure the piece and make it one solid cuff. The finishing techniques you learn will be helpful in other wirework projects as well.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Elaine Yamada
Prerequisite:Wire wrapped cabochon
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Layers Of Beads

This necklace, a Nancy Eha design, is a variation of the net stitch. You'll learn were to begin and then to build up the beads keeping the piece light and airy. A center focal piece is surrounded by color.

Cost:$38.00
Instructor:Patsy Silva
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Balancing Acts

This necklace is can be very dainty or very large, depending on what beads you use, but either way, the trick here is in the balancing of the strands. Students will learn to design this asymetrically strung necklace so that it balances perfectly.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
Prerequisite:Beginning Jewelry
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Business Of Beading 3 - Marketing Your Work

Now that you have identified who your customer is and you are able to keep up with sales, what can you do to make more money? Selling strategies and inventive marketing ideas are the focus of this class.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
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Nautilus Earrings

Bring the feeling of the ocean inside with these beauties. Students will learn to create a base of heavy wire with finer wire coiling with beads on top of it in a cylindrical shape. This is a great piece to use as a centerpiece of a necklace as well.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Elaine Yamada
Prerequisite:Beginning wirework
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Wedding Knot

The wedding knot chain looks like the design in wedding knot quilts. The rings create a flexible chain that can be worked into a bracelet or longer for a necklace.

Cost:$28.00
Instructor:Deanna Kittrell
Prerequisite:Beginning chain making
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Beginning Wirework

In the mood to try something new? Wirework will take you in a different direction with your work. Learning the ropes in basic wirework will also give you the knowledge to go on to one of our more advanced classes. In this class, you will complete a bracelet.

Cost:$18.00
Instructor:Gretchen Schueller
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