Basic Bead Stringing
In this introductory class, learn basic bead stringing and crimping techniques as you create a beaded lariat necklace. You'll also create a "bonus" necklace strung on sheer ribbon. This is a great first class for those new to beaded jewelry making. Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $35, includes beads and materials to create your necklaces and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner
Offered:
Wednesday, August 13 from 6:30-9:00 pm

 



Wireworking I & II
Create beautiful jewelry made with wire and beads! In Wireworking I, we'll cover using pliers and wire cutters, discuss materials and help you master the simple loop, the basic building block of wireworking. Students will complete one pair of earrings.  In Wireworking II, students learn the more wire-wrapped loop and applications of the wire-wrapped loop. Students will complete one pair of a more complicated style of earrings. Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $65 for both Wireworking I and Wireworking II, a two-part class.  Fee includes beads and materials to create two pairs of earrings and use of tools.
Skill level: Beginner

When registering, please indicate the dates you prefer for Wireworking I and Wireworking II:

Wireworking I is offered:
Wednesday, August 20 from 6:30-9:00 pm

Wireworking II is offered:
Wednesday, August 27 from 6:30-9:00 pm

Knotting with Silk
Learn how to beautifully and effectively apply knotting techniques to your bead stringing projects. This technique provides a unique look for strung pearls and precious stones and prevents loss of stones in the case of silk breakage. Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $50, includes beads and materials to complete your knotted necklace and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner
Offered:
TBD

Silver Wire Hammering
Take your wireworking skills to the next level by learning how to create shapes and forms by bending and hammering sterling silver wire. Create an eclectic and unique pair of earrings with hammered wire wrapped with beads. Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $45, includes beads and materials to create a pair of earrings and tool use.
Skill level: It is suggested that you take Wireworking I & II before this class.
Offered:
TBD




Crochet with Wire 
Make delicate and unique necklaces and bracelets by crocheting wire and adding a variety of beautiful beads. Wire crocheting techniques and bead layout and design will be covered.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $50, includes a crochet hook, beads and materials to complete a crocheted necklace.
Skill level: All levels
Offered:
Saturday, August 2 from 1:30-4:00pm (Kristin E)


Cocktail Ring 
Learn how to apply the wire wrapping technique by creating a fun, bubble cocktail ring.  Making these rings is a great way to use up leftover beads from your jewelry projects and each one you create is unique.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $30, includes beads and materials to complete one ring and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner
Offered:
TBD




Chain Lariat Necklace 
Create a stylish, no-clasp necklace with dangling beads.  Students will use the basic loop technique to attach beads to sterling silver chain.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $30, includes beads and materials to complete one necklace and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner (Suggested pre-requisite: Wireworking I)
Offered:
Currently offered as part of our Wine & Craft series







 

Alluring Illusion Necklace 
Create a necklace with beads that look like they're floating on air as we teach you the crimping technique.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $35, includes beads and materials to complete one necklace and use of tools.
Skill level: Beginner
Offered:
TBD




Cascading Necklace 
Learn how to beautifully and effectively apply knotting techniques to your bead stringing projects. This technique provides a unique look and prevents loss of stones in the case of silk breakage.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $35, includes beads and materials to complete one necklace and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner
Offered:
TBD








Pretty Pendant Necklace 
Choose a pendant or center stone to showcase on a double-strand necklace.  Mix and match bead colors to create endless possibilities.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $35, includes beads and materials to complete one necklace and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner
Offered:
Currently offered as part of Wine & Craft series



 

Memory Wire Bracelet 
Learn how to work with memory wire to create a bracelet that you can wear without worrying about attaching a clasp.  Choose a monochromatic color scheme or go wild - you get to pick the beads to make your own creation.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $25, includes beads and materials to complete one bracelet and tool use
Skill level: Beginner (children ages 7 and up welcome)
Offered:
TBD





Luscious Long Necklace 
Create a necklace that you can wear in various ways - wear it as a double strand, longer length necklace.  Wrap it around thrice and it's a smaller length triple strand necklace.  Wrap it several times around your wrist and you have a gorgeous bracelet to show off.  Limited to 8 students.
Fee: $30, includes beads and materials to complete one necklace and tool use.
Skill level: Beginner (children ages 7 and up welcome)
Offered:
Currently offered as part of our Wine & Craft series



Bride & Bridesmaids Jewelry
Looking for custom-made jewelry for you or your bridesmaids?  Book a one hour private consultation with one of our jewelry experts, and we'll help you develop some great ideas for your wedding.  You can choose to make the jewelry yourself, book a party with the girls at our studio to create it together with the help of an instructor, or let us custom make the pieces for you.  Feel free to bring in magazine clips of pieces you like and/or let us walk you through samples in our store.  Please Note: Consultations are for informational purposes only; they do not include instruction or custom-making of jewelry on-site.
Skill level: All Levels
Fee: There is a $10 registration fee, which you will get back in store credit at the time of your appointment to use on a future supplies purchase.