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Beading Classes

New Beading Classes Every Month!

All class fees must be paid in advance to be confirmed. Please visit the store or call in your request and payment. Classes subject to change without prior notice. Check this website foir latest updates.

To take advanatge of these prices, please confirm your class in advance. Any one registering for classes on the day of will pay an additional $10 per class. So, sign up now and enjoy these special rates!





Sunday, October 12 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Fireworks Crystal Cuff - Beginner Friendly. By Linda Gettings

Love those Swarovski crystal shapes? Don't know quite how to use them? This wonderful bracelet is a perfect way that is simple to do but gets the attention of everyone you meet! Very beginner friendly. Square stitch and interesting embellishing techniques you can use for other applications. And as usual, I will have tons of tips and additional ideas to share with all of you.

Class Cost: $45.00

Supply List-
4mm cubes
Swarovski 4mm crystals in 1 or two colors
3 or 5 of the square crystals
Needle
Thread

Come early & meet with Linda before the class begins. She will answer your questions and assist with supplies, beads, tools, colors, etc.





Saturday, October 18 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Macrame Pendant By Dottie Hoeschen

This pendant will show off a favorite bead and can be strung on whatever you like. Some knotting experience would be helpful, so know how to tie a square knot when you come to class.

Class Cost: $45.00

Supply List –

S-Lon cord
Focal bead (between 3/4 and 1 1/4 inch tall)
1 accent bead (6-10mm)
3 smaller accent beads (size your choice)
8° seed beads
12 small spacers
Optional bead caps for the focal bead
Macramé' board
Quilting pins (or "T" pins)
Scissors

Dottie will be at the store before the class begins to assist with supplies, and any questions you may have.





Sunday, October 26 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Herringbone Triangle & Seed Bead Cuff - For Beginners. By Dottie Hoeschen

Learn tubular herringbone with this deceptively simple bracelet that is suitable to all levels, from beginner to advance. Seed beads, accent beads, spacers, and a clasp are all you need to create this lovely bracelet. It works up fast, too, and you might finish in class.

Class Cost: $45.00

Supply List
8° Triangle seed beads in two colors
Accent beads
Spacer Beads
A toggle or lobster claw clasp.
Thread
Needle #10 or #12
Scissors
Beading Matt

You pick the colors you want, but be sure to choose colors that you like and will wear. The store has all the supplies and beads you need. Dottie will be in early to assist with buying beads & answering your questions.





Saturday November 1 - 1pm-3pm - AND- Wednesday, November 12 - 5pm-7pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Floral Wrapsody Bracelet - Beginner Friendly. By Marianne Olbermann

Encircle beads with wire to form various flowers then connect it all with wire-wrappd loops. Pearls, gemstones and crystals all turn out beautiful bracelets (think holiday gifts!). You will learn the basics of wire-wrapping and the use of appropriate tools; this is a basic skill that will enable you to move on to a myriad of other wire projects. This pattern also makes a great pair of earrings or necklace.

Class Cost: $45.00

Supply list-
41 round gemstones, pearls, metal or crystals 4-5mm
The sample bracelet uses the following count:
Color 1: 18 Color 2: 17 Color 3: 6
6mm-8mm pearls, gemstones or crystals in any shape
Clasp, your preference
Spool of 26 gauge wire
Tools needed: round nose and chain nose pliers, wire cutters

Marianne is available before class begins to help with supplies and answer your questions.





Saturday, November 15 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Russian Leaf Cuff - Beginner Friendly. By Linda Gettings

I love the Russian Leaf but was looking for a little more stability, so…I came up with a different thread path to do this. You will love this little twist to Russian Leaf!


Supply List-
4mm seed cubes
Size 11 Seed beads & drops

Cost: $45.00

Linda is available before class begins to help with supplies and answer your questions.





Sunday, November 16 - 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Tapered Hedges - Beginner Friendly. By Pat Riesner. Back by popular demand!

Oh what a feeling! After you make this elegant and luxurious feeling bracelet you will want to make one in every color. You will learn even count Peyote stitch and all the embellishments that go with it.

Class Cost: $45.00

Supply List-
6 lb Fireline
Size 12 beading needle
4mm cube beads
# 11 seed bead
3mm swarovski crystals
1 button or Clasp
Scissors

Pat is available before class begins to help with supplies and answer your questions.





Sunday, December 7 - 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Swarovski Crystal Heart - Beginner Friendly. By Pat Riesner

You will be the envy of everyone with this beautiful Swarovski crystal heart. Make it in one color or combine colors. You can make it small 4mm or large 6mm. But once you make this you will be making them for the most unique Holiday gifts.

Class Cost: $45.00


Supply List-
73 Swarovski crystals, either 4mm or 6mm
Red or blue permanent marker
Beading tweezers
Scissors
Beading Mat
Sterling Neck Chains

Pat is available before class begins to help with supplies and answer your questions.





Sunday, December 14 - 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Cost: $45.00

 

Copper Wire Crochet Necklace - Beginner Friendly. By Marianne Olbermann

Copper Wire Crochet Necklace - Not your Grandma’s crochet!!

Create a fabulous multi-strand necklace using thin wire, a crochet hook, and your creativity. The unique look is determined by the selection of stones, crystals, and pearls. Attach a pendant with wire crochet bail, if desired. The possibilities are endless!

Class Cost: $45.00

List of Supplies:

- Combination of 125-150 stones, crystals, pearls, nuggets, large seeds, charms, etc. Different shapes, materials, sizes, finishes (matte/shiny), etc. will enhance the beauty of your necklace; beads should be 8mm and smaller. You basically want a “bead soup” in a color palette of your choice.
- Copper clasp
- 28 gauge spool of copper wire
- Crochet hook Size 5/F or 6/G

Marianne is available before class begins to help with supplies and answer your questions.