Intro to Bead Stringing
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
This is the first class a new beader should invest in taking. Learn all about the many kinds of beads, 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 26, Monday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
June 27, Tuesday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
July 30, Friday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 3, Tuesday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 8, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Heidi Inskeep
August 9, Monday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 17, Tuesday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 21, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Lezli Goodwin
August 22, Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Instructor: Heidi Inskeep
August 23, Monday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 26, Thursday 10:30AM - 12:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 27, Friday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 31, Tuesday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
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 31, Saturday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Lynda Bogle
August 11, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Bailey DeGraff
August 12, Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Mary Brown
August 18, Thursday 10:30AM - 12:30PM
Instructor: Lezli Goodwin
August 21, Saturday 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Instructor: Lynda Bogle
August 25, Wednesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Bailey DeGraff
Kid's Class: Introduction to Beading
Cost $20 (materials included)
Level: Beginner Kids
Keep those kids busy making beautiful beaded jewelry! They'll learn how to design and string a fantastic piece using either sparkly glass beads or coco wood "surfer" beads and sterling silver. Each child will select a charm or focal bead to use in their piece. This is the perfect first class for a budding jewelry designer. Ages 6-14. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 10, Tuesday 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
August 14, Saturday 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
Intro Hemp Bracelet
Cost $30 (materials included)
Level: Beginner
Organic and youthful, knotted hemp jewelry is all the rage! Learn the basics of micro-macramé knotting with this traditional hemp and cane glass bracelet with button closure. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions. Project colors may vary according to availability.
August 15, Sunday 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Lezli Goodwin
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: Bailey DeGraff
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 20, Friday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
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 24, Tuesday 10:30AM – 12:30PM
Instructor: Kate Stanley
Jen's Pind Chain Maille Bracelet
Cost $90 (materials included)
Level: Expert Chain Maille
Learn the richly patterned chain maille weave that is legendary among jewelry designers. You must have instructor's permission to take this class. Project may not be completed in class. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions.
August 26, Tuesday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Mary Brown
PMC ID Bracelet
Cost $85 (materials included)
Level: Beginner PMC
Learn to make personalized, one of a kind pieces in this fun bracelet class! You'll create a personalized identification bracelet with fine silver Precious Metal Clay -- stamp in a name, symbols or anything your heart desires. You'll also make an adorable unique charm to dangle from the clasp. We'll fire the PMC pieces in Bead World's kiln, patina and polish them any way you like, and finish the bracelet with sterling silver chain and a clasp. It makes a fantastic gift, but you'll want to make it for yourself! There will be an extended break (1 1/2 to 2 hours) while your projects are firing in the kiln.
August 28, Saturday 10:30AM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Bailey DeGraff
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 29, Sunday 2:30PM – 4:30PM
Instructor: Lezli Goodwin
Inverted Round Chain Maille Bracelet
Cost $130 (materials included)
Level: Expert Chain Maille
Learn Luxurious, heavy and oh so chic! This inverted round bracelet looks so expensive your friends won't believe it! You must have extensive chain maille experience to take this class. Project may not be completed in class. All materials are included. All classes use only the kits and materials provided, with no exceptions.
August 30, Monday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Instructor: Mary Brown