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Last updated: 26 APR 2007

 
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The 2007 Bead Bazaar class descriptions are listed blow in class-number order. Click a person's name to see a short biography of that teacher, if available.

You may view most of the actual class projects at meetings of the RMBS and at the Registration Desk at the Bazaar.

Please read "Kit" and "Supply List" information carefully!

Typically, for beading classes you might consider bringing scissors, beading pad or trays, needles, thread, worklight with extension cord, and magnifiers (if needed).


  28-01
Herringbone Sea Urchin Basket

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 9:00-4:00 (6)
Teacher: Carol Perrenoud
Cost: $65; Mandatory Kit Fee $28 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 5
Medium/Technique: Intermediate to advanced (Project class; some will finish and others can watch finishing)

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[ Herringbone Sea Urchin Basket by Carol Parrenoud ]

Class Description: The Sea Urchin Basket utilizes flat-circular and tubular herringbone weave with increasing and decreasing while incorporating Czech pressed glass pendants. Other variations will be discussed and shown.
Kit includes: Size 8 beads, Czech pressed glass pendands, PowerPro - 30 lb., size 10 milliners needle, curved needel, 2 Thimble-Its.
Supply List: Sharp scissors, bead dish, needle-nose pliers (bring if you already own or we can share), desk lamp, extension cord.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  28-02
Tarot Series - Hanged Woman (Doll)

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 9:00-4:00 (6)
Teacher: Connie Lehman
Class Level: All
Cost: $62.50; Mandatory Kit Fee $25 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 4 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Tarot Series - Hanged Woman (Doll) by Connie Lewhman ]

Class Description: Make a Beauty with some silks and bond with her as you embellish you/her with beads, sequins, crystals, silks. Learn Igolochkoy and beading techniqwues and applique.
Kit includes: Beading and sewing threads, silks, stuffing, beads, and use of Igolochkoy (Russian Needlepunch) needles in class. Igolochkoy needles are available for purchase.
Supply List: Students should being any beads, sequins, rocks, scraps of silk, old jewelry, and any of your stuff that would make good embellishment for yoiur doll. They should also bring beading needles, sharp scissors, head pins, bead dish, paper, and pencil.
Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

  28-03
Freeform Brick Stitch Bracelet

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 10:00-5:00 (6)
Teacher: Leah Henriquez Ready
Class Level: Intermediate level (a basic knowledge of brick stitch is helpful in this class)
Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $35 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 3
Medium/Technique: Dimensional Embroidery

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[ Over Hill and Dale Bracelet by Mary Timme ]

Class Description: Create an amazing bracelet that feels like magic on your wrist. Using a variety of seed beads, learn how to "take the step into space" and take creative chances.
Kit includes: Button with shank; accent beads; size 11, 15, and 8 seed beads; triangle beads, cubes, bugle beads, and squares.
Supply List: Students should being size 12 beading needles, sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, and SoNo thread or Fireline #6 (Fireline #6 is the same as a fishing line #6).
Number Signed Up So Far: 11

  28-04
Anemone Bracelet

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 10:00-5:00 (6)
Teacher: Sharon Rawson
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 2

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[ Anemone Bracelet by Sharon Rawson ]

Class Description: This bracelet is donbe in a variation of peyote stitch with a bead closure.
Kit includes: Delica beads, size 15 seed beads, 12mm center bead, Nymo, and needles.
Supply List: Bring sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, Thread Heaven or beeswax, and personal beading supplies.
Number Signed Up So Far: 0

  28-05
Create a Wire Wrapped Pendant

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Zelda Bailey
Class Level: All
Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $35 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3 THIS CLASS IS FULL

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[ Create a Wire Wrapped Pendand by Zelda Bailey ]

Class Description: Make a pendant by framing fused glass in gold or silver wire. Learn Master wire wrap pasics and develop your unique style.
Kit includes: Illustrated instruction book, sterling silver or 14k gold fill wire (student's choice), glass cabochon, polishing cloth, sharpie marker, work mat, ruler. Items provided for use in class-wire working tools, masking tape, and scissors.
Supply List: Students may bring their own wire wrap tools if they have them. Students should being work light, extension cord, magnifying glasses (if needed), and pen for note taking.
Number Signed Up So Far: 10 THIS CLASS IS FULL

  28-06
Peyote Clinic

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Nancy Zellers
Class Level: All
Cost: $50 and includes all materials
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3

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[ Peyote Clinic by Nancy Zellers ]

Class Description: Learn on of the most useful stitches in beadweaving. Make samples of tubular and flat peyote and learn about various threads, beads, waxes, etc., and how to read a chart.
Kit includes: Five grams of each seed and Delica beads, thread, needle, vellux beading pad, and a 12-page booklet "Pocket Peyote."
Supply List: Students will need to bring sharp scissors.
Number Signed Up So Far: 4

  28-07
Polymer Clay Beads for Beginners

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 10:00-1:00 (3)
Teacher: Mary Alicea
Class Level: Beginner
Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 8 people; Min. 2 THIS CLASS IS FULL

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[ Polymer Clay Beads for Beginners by Mary Alicea ]

Class Description: In this class we will be making basic beads with polymer clay. We will go over the skinner blend and use rubber stamps, paints, powders, gold foil, etc.
Kit includes: Storage box, tissue blade, roller, baby wipes, choice of clay, hand-outs. This will be a very fun intro to polymer clay bead making and its various uses.
Supply List: Students should bring their imagination, anything they may have from their stash of polymer products, and any tools (if they have them). The teacher will provide handouts, a selection of clay, paints, rubber stamps, findings, etc. CLAY CANNOT BE BAKED AT BAZAAR -- you will have instructions in your take homne kit to bake!
Number Signed Up So Far: 8 THIS CLASS IS FULL

  28-08
Aught Ring

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Dustin Wedekind
Class Level: All
Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $5 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 5

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[ Aught Rings by Dustin Wedekind ]

Class Description: Sample a range of seed bead sizes to peyote stitch in a smoothly shaped finger ring, then use the ring as a foundation to sculpt a variety of embellishment.
Kit includes: Size 15-2 seed beads in selected colorways, 2 needles, and 2 threads.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors and bead dish or mat.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  28-09
Fabergé Beaded Beads

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Nikia Angel
Class Level: All
Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 4

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[ Faberge' Beaded Beads by Nikia Angel ]

Class Description: Using a versitile technique developed by the artist, students will cage large beads with crystals, pearls, and faceted glass beads to create beautiful beaded beads.
Kit includes: Three 4mm Swarovski crystals, 12-14mm glass beads, Czech firepolish, glass pearls, bneedle, thread, bead box, and mat.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors, paper, and pencil.
Number Signed Up So Far: 4

  28-10
Simply Floating Necklace

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 10:00-1:00 (3)
Teacher: Karey Grant
Class Level: All
Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $35 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 3

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[ Simply Floating Necklace by Karey Grant ]

Class Description: Create a multi-strand pearl floating necklace using pearl knotting techniques. Elegant and timeless, this proves that a little goes a long way!
Kit includes: Pearls (enough to make a 6-strand project), silk, glue, cones, clasp, and tool use.
Supply List: Student should bring optional accent beads such as turquoise nuggets.
Number Signed Up So Far: 4

  28-11
Embellish Your Wire Wrap Pendant

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Zelda Bailey
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3

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[ Embellish Your Wire Wrap Pendant by Zelda Bailey ]

Class Description: Basic wire wrap is beautiful, but techniques learned in this class add extra sparkle and interest. Try all the techniques and leave with a booklet and samples for future inspiration.
Kit includes: Illustrated instruction book, sterling silver and 14k gold fill wire, key ring, beads. For use in class, wire working tools and masking tape will be available.
Supply List: Students may bring their own wire wrap tools if they have them. Students should being work light, extension cord, magnifying glasses (if needed), and pen for note taking.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  28-12
Creative Peyote Pearl Bracelet

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Sonja Colt
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 13 people; Min. 1

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[ Creative Peyote Pearl Bracelet by Sonja Colt ]

Class Description: Take home a finished colorful and unique bracelet that is done in peyote stitch with a flair. This distinctive technique gives you many possibilities for variety in your own creations.
Kit includes: Pearls, seed beads, big-ey needle, clasp, French wire, and Nymo.
Supply List: Students should being size 12 beading needles, sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, clear nail polish, and Thread Heaven.
Number Signed Up So Far: 6

  28-13
Dragon's Treasure Bracelet

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Nancy Zellers
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $40; Optional kit fee is $50 (2 color choices)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Dragon's Treasure Bracelet by Nancy Zellers ]

Class Description: This bracelet is made with sparkling Delicas. Brick stitch tube beads are banded with gold or silver and linked with treasure ladders. Hidden clasps keep the dragon's hoard safe and secure.
Supply List: Students should bring size 10 and 12 needles, sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, and Thread Heaven.
Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

  28-14
Beaded Victorian Locket

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 1:00-5:00 (4)
Teacher: Janet Kay Skeen
Class Level: All
Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 8
Medium/Technique: Bead Embroidery / Blanket Stitch

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[ Beaded Victorian Locket by Janet Key Skeen ]

Class Description: In this class, the student will learn how to make a peyote stitch bezel around dainty flat black glass stones, some funky filler stitches, and a beaded flower. Last, there is a bit of fringe and an edge stitch.
Kit includes: Two pieces of ultra suede, flat black glass cabochons, accent beads, seed beads, needles, and silamide thread. Does NOT inlcude neck piece beads.
Supply List: Bring sharp scissors.
Number Signed Up So Far: 6

  28-15
Beaded Soup Tins

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Dustin Wedekind
Class Level: All
Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $5 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 5

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[ Beaded Soup Tins by Dustin Wedekind ]

Class Description: Transform unbeadable metal tins into unbeatable colorful containers with the use of double-sided tape, needle, and thread.
Kit includes: Tin, tacky tape, needle, thread, and beads.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors and a bead dish or mat.
Number Signed Up So Far: 4

  28-16
Spring Flower Earrings

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Ann Severine
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $12 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 2 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Spring Flower Earrings by Ann Severine ]

Class Description: Based on the Saraguro, Ecuador, Flores design, Spring Flowers Earrings are perfect for greeting spring. You will find many other uses for these sweet bead flowers.
Kit includes: Size 11 seed beads, sterling earwires, 2 size 12 beading needles, Nymo D thread bobbin, and assorted beads for embellishment.
Supply List: Student should being everything listed in the kit if bringing your own beads, plus sharp scissors and a beading mat.
Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

  28-17
Crystal Blue Persuasion Bracelet

Day: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Nikia Angel
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $26 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 4

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[ Crystal Blue Persuasion Bracelet by Nikia Angel ]

Class Description: Using a versatile new technique, students will construct a delicate and sparkly bracelet. Students will also learn a beaded toggle closure with peyote tube.
Kit includes: Swarovski crystals, glass pearls, druks, Delicas, needle, thread, bead box, and mat. Kits are available in 3 color choices.
Supply List: Student should being sharp scissors, beeswax, pen, and pencil.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  29-01
Fantasy Necklace

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 10:00-4:00 (5)
Teacher: Shawn Janecek
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $45 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 8 people; Min. 4

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[ Fantasy Necklace by Shawn Janecek ]

Class Description: This is a wonderful and popular necklace with mixed basic bead stringing with fancy fringes and an eye candy center to make your friends so envious!
Kit includes: Head pins, French earwires, clasp, Softflex, crimps seed beads, and a variety of Czech glass accent beads.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, and magnifier glasses (if needed).
Number Signed Up So Far: 6

  29-02
Saraguro Flores Necklace

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 9:00-3:00 (5)
Teacher: Ann Severine
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $60; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 2

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[ Saraguro Flores Necklace by Ann Severine ]

Class Description: The Flores necklace was designed in Saraguro, Ecuador, and features blended colors in either brights or pastels. The student will learn the Saraguro netting technique used in all their designs.
Kit includes: Total of 60 grams of size 11 seed beads in 15 colors, 2 size 12 beading needls, and neutral colored Nymo D thread.
Supply List: Students should bring all items in kit, if you are bringing your own beads (a main color, 3 shades of green, and a minimum of 4 colors for flowers), plus everyone should bring sharp scissors and a bead mat.
Number Signed Up So Far: 13

  29-03
Ruffled Netted Choker

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 10:00-5:00 (6)
Teacher: Sharon Rawson
Class Level: All
Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $12 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 2

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[ Ruffled Netted Choker by Sharon Rawson ]

Class Description: This is a new way of doing netting, neither vertical nor horizontal, but in rounds. Can be completed as done in class or embellished.
Kit includes: 8 colors of size 11 seed beads, thread, needles, and clasp.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, Thread Heaven or beeswax, and personal beading supplies.
Number Signed Up So Far: 0

  29-04
Daisy Lace Bracelet

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 10:00-1:00 (3)
Teacher: Nancy Zellers
Class Level: All
Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Daisy Lace Bracelet by Nancy Zellers ]

Class Description: Make a pretty seed bead and crystal bracelet based on the easy daisy chain stitch with a bit of embellishment.
Kit includes: 25 4mm round crystals, 6 grams of size 11 seed beads, 1 shank button, thread, and needle.
Supply List: Bring sharp scissors and a bead dish or mat.
Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

  29-05
String Quartet Collar

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Melanie Potter
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $55 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 8

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[ String Quartet Collar by Melanie Potter ]

Class Description: This collar is created by string a group of 4 beads along five layers. You will also learn to professionally finish this piece with a clasp and clam shells.
Kit includes: Pearls or faceted pressed glass, 15 grams of size 15 seed beads, gold fill or sterling clam shells and clasp, thread, and needle.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors, flexible tape measure, beeswax, and bead dish or mat.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  29-06
Spiky Bracelet

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Leah Henriquez Ready
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $25 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 6

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[ Spiky Bracelet by Leah Henriquez Ready ]

Class Description: Create a bracelet that's an attention grabbing and lush mass of fringe with focal beads peeking through.
Kit includes: Button with shank, 10 focal beads, crimp beads, Beadalon, 4mm-6mm crystals, 1 color size 8 seed beads, 3 colors of size 11 seed beads.
Supply List: Students should bring size 12 beading needles, sharp scissors, Fireline #6 (Fireline #6 is the same as fishing line #6), and crimping tool (optional). The teacher will bring her tools.
Number Signed Up So Far: 2

  29-07
Herringbone Three for All

Day: Sunday, April 29, 20046
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Sonja Colt
Class Level: Beginner to intermediate
Cost: $32; Mandatory Kit Fee $10 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3

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[ Herringbone Three for All by Sonja Colt ]

Class Description: Learn a different ladder start for herringbone stitch, then 3 stitches -- tube, spiral, and twisted ribbon. Just a slight variation exists among them. This is a foundation for strting your own projects.
Kit includes: Various sizes and colors of seed beads and thread.
Supply List: Students should bring size 12 beading needles, sharp scissors, bead dish or beading mat, and Thread Heaven.
Number Signed Up So Far: 7

  29-08
Found Object Bracelet or Necklace

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 9:00-1:00 (4)
Teacher: Janet Kay Skeen
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $25 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 2

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[ Found Object Bracelet or Necklace by Janet Kay Skeen ]

Class Description: In this class wel will do the basic stringing technique, learning the correct way to use crimps, and make a bracelet using a variety of "stuff." Got an old class ring lieing around? Some nuts and bolts, pop bottle caps, or other found objects? Bring them and learn how to incorporate them into a piece of unique jewelery. This technique may be used for a necklace, if you prefer.
Kit includes: Jump rings, soft flex, bead for button, thread, wire, variety of accent beads (large and small), lock and key for closure, and some good junk.
Supply List: Students should bring their tools of they have them, such as pliers, crimp tools and cutters, sharp scissors, some junk out of your stash to share with other students that might include odds and ends of beads, stuff you find on the street, and your sense of humor. Teacher has tools for everyone to use as well.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  29-09
Tubular Herringbone Sea Urchin Bracelet

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Carol Perrenoud
Class Level: All (will not complete project in class)
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $40 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 4

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[ Tubular Herringbone Sea Urchin Bracelet by Carol Perrenoud ]

Class Description: This tubular herringbone bracelet incorporates Czech pressed glass into the weave and is a FUN party bracelet that will start conversations AND make you look thin!
Kit includes: 11 seed beads, Czech pressed glass tiny daggers and drops, spectra fiber, millners needle, magnetic clasp, 2.5" safety chain, crimp beads, and 10" softflex wire.
Supply List: Sharp scissors, bead dish, clear nail polish, and crimp pliers (if you already have them, otherwise we can share). Don't forget your beading glasses!
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  29-10
Spring Thaw

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 10:00-1:00 (3)
Teacher: Tamera Drake
Class Level: All
Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $87 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 5 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Spring Thaw by Tamera Drake ]

Class Description: The beautiful lampwork beads blend with crystals, pearls, vintage Lucite, and more to create this bracelet.
Kit includes: Lampwork beads, pearls, crystals, Lucite, toggle, head pins, and wire.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, ruler, paper, pencil, round-nose pliers, and flat-nose pliers.
Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

  29-11
Orange Julius Necklace

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 9:00-12:00 (3)
Teacher: Susan Bartlett
Class Level: All
Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $35 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 5

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[ Orange Julius Necklace by Susan Bartlett ]

Class Description: Seed beads are braided into a chain for a focal section of Lucite, crystals, and more for the perfect spring necklace.
Mandatory Kit: Beads, crystals, Lucite, wire, and all other necessary materials.
Supply List: Students should being sharp scissors, chain-nose pliers, and crimp pliers.
Number Signed Up So Far: 1

  29-12
Circular Chevron Lace Beads

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Melanie Potter
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $85 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 9

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[ Circular Chevron Lace Beads by Melanie Potter ]

Class Description: Create 3-D beaded beads with Circular Chevron stitch. Build a strung frame for petals that flow along the frame's surface. Learn professional string techniques to create a necklace with your beaded beads.
Kit includes: 3 colors of size 11 seed beads, 3 colors of size 15 seed beads, decorative beads, Swarovski crystal roneellas, gold fill or sterling finishing beads for ends of necklace, gold fill or sterling safety clasp, crimps, Beadalon stringing wire, thread, dowel to bead around, and a reusable carrying case.
Number Signed Up So Far: 3

  29-13
Melon-Fringed Beaded Beads

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 1:00-4:00 (3)
Teacher: Ann Scheer
Class Level: Intermediate
Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $21 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 4 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Melon Fringed Beaded Beads by Ann Scheer ]

Class Description: Create self-supporting Beaded Beads with contoured fringe in various color choices to use as focal beads for necklaces and bracelets. Design and size variations will be discussed.
Skill Level: Students need to be familiar with peyote stitch.
Kit includes: Complete instructions, delicas, needle, and thread to complete 2 beaded beads.
Supply List: Students should bring sharp scissors, bead dish or mat, beeswax, a task light (if needed), and an extension cord. Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

  29-14
Lentil Herringbone Bracelet or Broach

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 1:00-4:00 (3)
Teacher: Carol Perrenoud
Class Level: All
Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $45 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 5

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[ Lentil Herringbone Bracelet or Broach ]

Class Description: The flattened shape of lentil beads accentuates the overall pattern of herringbone weave. You will start a bracelet and be shown finishing techniques for the bracelet and broach.
Kit includes: Size 8 seed beads, Czech pressed glass lentil beads (enough to make bracelet and broach), spectra fiber thread, milliners needle, flat sterling silver clasp, pin back, ultra suede, and plastic.
Supply List: Sharp scissors, bead dish, pencil or pen, clear nail polish, desk lamp, and extension cord.
Number Signed Up So Far: 12

  29-15
Beginning Bead Stringing

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 1:00-4:00 (3)
Teacher: Betsy Ellis
Class Level: Beginner to advanced
Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 9 people; Min. 2

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[ Beginning Bead Stringing by Betsy Ellis ]

Class Description: Learn how to make a bead and chain necklace and earrings and how to use the plastic-coated filament wire and crimps. Most students will complete this project in class.
Kit includes: All materials, including beads, chain, findings, and string materials. Students will also have use of tools.
Supply List: Everything for this class is furnished, but if you need magnifier glasses, bring them.
Number Signed Up So Far: 4

  29-16
Spring Pastel Garden Necklace

Day: Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hours: 2:00-5:00 (3)
Teacher: Susan Bartlett
Class Level: All
Cost: $45; Optional Kit Fee $45 (payable to teacher)
Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 5 THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

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[ Spring Pastel Garden Necklace by Susan Bartlett ]

Class Description: This is a beautiful double-strand pearl and bead necklace accented with vintage Lucite beads and a garden cluster focal point.
Kit includes: Beads, wire, and other materials for necklace.
Supply List: Students need to bring sharp scissors, crimp pliers, flat-nose pliers, and round-nose pliers.
Number Signed Up So Far: - THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED