Introduction to Bead Stringing
Cost $30.00 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This is the first class a new beader should invest in taking. Learn all about the many kinds of beads and stringing materials and tools. You'll make a beautiful Swarovski crystal and sterling silver bracelet. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
July 27, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
July 29, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
July 31, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 3, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 5, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 8, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 11, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 13, Friday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 14, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 17, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 19, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 22, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 25, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Introduction to Wire Wrapping
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Learn the technique used in all kinds of fashion jewelry, connecting chains, beads and dangles. You’ll create a sparkly pair of Swarovski crystal and sterling silver earrings and a stylish gemstone pendant, and you’ll walk away with an understanding of how to work successfully with hard wires. All materials included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
July 25, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
July 28, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 10, Tuesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 15, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 24, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 26, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Cord Knotting
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This class teaches the traditional technique of knotting between pearls and beads, using both tweezers and an awl. You will complete an 18 inch "Tin Cup" style necklace to take home, and you'll leave with an understanding of how to make and repair classic pearl pieces.
July 24, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
Metal Stamping
Cost $35 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
You've seen it in all the beading magazines! Now you can learn to do it yourself! Create custom stamped charms using metal stamps and sterling silver, brass and copper blank charms. You'll never be stuck looking for that perfect charm again, when you can make anything you like!
July 25, Sunday 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Steve Meier
Wire Crochet Necklace
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Pearls and sparkling Swarovski crystals float on this elegant multi-strand necklace made of delicate crocheted wire. You won't believe how easy this technique is to learn, and how quickly you can complete a fantastic piece! You do not need to know how to crochet to take this class, but it is strongly recommended that you know how to wire wrap. All classes use only the kits and the materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
July 30, Friday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Introduction to Working with Leather
Cost $40 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Learn the basics of working with leather in stylish, fashionable ways. Explore different methods of finishing and decorating as you complete three different leather and sterling silver bracelets. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, no excaptions.
August 6, Friday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Pre Chain Maille Cha Cha Bracelet
Cost $75 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Get ready to learn all of our exciting chain maille weaves by taking this fun and easy pre-chain maille class. Learn how to use two pairs of pliers to open and close jump rings flawlessly. Leave with a completed, gorgeous sterling silver and Borosilicate glass drop bracelet. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 7, Saturday 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
Cord Knotting
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This class teaches the traditional technique of knotting between pearls and beads, using both tweezers and an awl. You will complete an 18 inch "Tin Cup" style necklace to take home, and you'll leave with an understanding of how to make and repair classic pearl pieces.
August 12, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Sidewinder Bracelet
Cost $45 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
You'll want this gorgeous Swarovski crystal and seed bead bracelet in every color! Learn about stitching with Fireline, tying off and adding thread and connecting clasps as you explore the Sidewinder pattern. This class is perfect for beginners! This project may not be completed in class. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 15, Sunday 11:30PM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Cindy or Robynne
Copper Flower Chain Maille Bracelet
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Chain Maille
Learn to make twisted copper flowers that are linked together with straight copper rings. This is an ideal first chain maille class as all spiral chains are built on this pattern.
August 17, Tuesday 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Instructor: Betty Ott
Right Angle Weave
Cost $40 (materials included)
Level: Intermediate
Treat yourself to a splash of glamour! The student will learn the basics of using the right angle stitch and make a lovely bracelet of Swarovski crystals and pearls. Must have experience working with nymo thread prior to taking this class. This project may not be completed in class. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 20, Friday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Metal Stamping
Cost $35 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
You've seen it in all the beading magazines! Now you can learn to do it yourself! Create custom stamped charms using metal stamps and sterling silver, brass and copper blank charms. You'll never be stuck looking for that perfect charm again, when you can make anything you like!
August 18, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Cindy Buzanoski
Intro to the Torch: Making Headpins & Pinning Elements
Cost $40 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Silver Smithing/Intermediate Wire Working
This fun and easy introduction to working with fire teaches the basic elements of working with a small butane torch to make ball end headpins. We'll discuss fueling the torch and lighting it, safely handling sterling silver in fire, and using sterling silver's natural melting properties to secure elements through pinning procedures. You'll finish an interchangeable wire wrapped bail. You must be very comfortable working with wire to take this class. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions.
August 27, Friday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Copper Flower Chain Maille Bracelet
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Chain Maille
Learn to make twisted copper flowers that are linked together with straight copper rings. This is an ideal first chain maille class as all spiral chains are built on this pattern.
August 28, Saturday 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Instructor: Betty Ott
Introduction to Bead Stringing
Cost $30.00 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This is the first class a new beader should invest in taking. Learn all about the many kinds of beads and stringing materials and tools. You'll make a beautiful Swarovski crystal and sterling silver bracelet. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
July 27, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
July 29, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
July 31, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 3, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 5, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 8, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 11, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 13, Friday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 14, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 17, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 19, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 22, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 25, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Introduction to Wire Wrapping
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Learn the technique used in all kinds of fashion jewelry, connecting chains, beads and dangles. You’ll create a sparkly pair of Swarovski crystal and sterling silver earrings and a stylish gemstone pendant, and you’ll walk away with an understanding of how to work successfully with hard wires. All materials included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
July 25, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
July 28, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
August 10, Tuesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 15, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 24, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
August 26, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Cord Knotting
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This class teaches the traditional technique of knotting between pearls and beads, using both tweezers and an awl. You will complete an 18 inch "Tin Cup" style necklace to take home, and you'll leave with an understanding of how to make and repair classic pearl pieces.
July 24, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
Metal Stamping
Cost $35 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
You've seen it in all the beading magazines! Now you can learn to do it yourself! Create custom stamped charms using metal stamps and sterling silver, brass and copper blank charms. You'll never be stuck looking for that perfect charm again, when you can make anything you like!
July 25, Sunday 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Steve Meier
Wire Crochet Necklace
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Pearls and sparkling Swarovski crystals float on this elegant multi-strand necklace made of delicate crocheted wire. You won't believe how easy this technique is to learn, and how quickly you can complete a fantastic piece! You do not need to know how to crochet to take this class, but it is strongly recommended that you know how to wire wrap. All classes use only the kits and the materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
July 30, Friday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Introduction to Working with Leather
Cost $40 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Learn the basics of working with leather in stylish, fashionable ways. Explore different methods of finishing and decorating as you complete three different leather and sterling silver bracelets. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, no excaptions.
August 6, Friday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Pre Chain Maille Cha Cha Bracelet
Cost $75 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Get ready to learn all of our exciting chain maille weaves by taking this fun and easy pre-chain maille class. Learn how to use two pairs of pliers to open and close jump rings flawlessly. Leave with a completed, gorgeous sterling silver and Borosilicate glass drop bracelet. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 7, Saturday 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Instructor: Sarah Meier
Cord Knotting
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This class teaches the traditional technique of knotting between pearls and beads, using both tweezers and an awl. You will complete an 18 inch "Tin Cup" style necklace to take home, and you'll leave with an understanding of how to make and repair classic pearl pieces.
August 12, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Sidewinder Bracelet
Cost $45 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
You'll want this gorgeous Swarovski crystal and seed bead bracelet in every color! Learn about stitching with Fireline, tying off and adding thread and connecting clasps as you explore the Sidewinder pattern. This class is perfect for beginners! This project may not be completed in class. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 15, Sunday 11:30PM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Cindy or Robynne
Copper Flower Chain Maille Bracelet
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Chain Maille
Learn to make twisted copper flowers that are linked together with straight copper rings. This is an ideal first chain maille class as all spiral chains are built on this pattern.
August 17, Tuesday 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Instructor: Betty Ott
Right Angle Weave
Cost $40 (materials included)
Level: Intermediate
Treat yourself to a splash of glamour! The student will learn the basics of using the right angle stitch and make a lovely bracelet of Swarovski crystals and pearls. Must have experience working with nymo thread prior to taking this class. This project may not be completed in class. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 20, Friday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Metal Stamping
Cost $35 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
You've seen it in all the beading magazines! Now you can learn to do it yourself! Create custom stamped charms using metal stamps and sterling silver, brass and copper blank charms. You'll never be stuck looking for that perfect charm again, when you can make anything you like!
August 18, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Cindy Buzanoski
Intro to the Torch: Making Headpins & Pinning Elements
Cost $40 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Silver Smithing/Intermediate Wire Working
This fun and easy introduction to working with fire teaches the basic elements of working with a small butane torch to make ball end headpins. We'll discuss fueling the torch and lighting it, safely handling sterling silver in fire, and using sterling silver's natural melting properties to secure elements through pinning procedures. You'll finish an interchangeable wire wrapped bail. You must be very comfortable working with wire to take this class. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions.
August 27, Friday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Trina Babb
Copper Flower Chain Maille Bracelet
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Chain Maille
Learn to make twisted copper flowers that are linked together with straight copper rings. This is an ideal first chain maille class as all spiral chains are built on this pattern.
August 28, Saturday 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Instructor: Betty Ott