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November 2009

Each class is only ONE SESSION ( 2 hours ) unless stated otherwise. Please see the bottom of this page for all registration details. Preregistration is required via phone or in person. Sorry, NOT via email. Please call us at the store to check for space availability. Classes fill up quickly!

Basic Beading Classes:

No experience? No problem! Don't know what a crimp is? Or do you know how to
crimp and wire wrap but don't know how to work with silk? Take a look here.
No beading experience is required for any of our Basic Beading Classes.

	Beginners Beading - Bracelet and Earrings $25.00 - A beginners class covering all the basics such as: crimping, looping, adding clasps, names of findings and selecting the correct stringing material. Create a simple drop earring and bracelet set to take home. This is more than enough learning to set you on your way to making many beautiful bracelets, necklaces and earrings. November 8, 12, 29
	NEW!! - Make-Your-Own Wire Findings $35.00* - Create your own findings with silver plated or copper wire! Learn to make loops, wrap loops, wrap a top-drilled (horizontally drilled) drop, create a hook clasp, and a 'S' clasp. Also, create several fantastic styles of simple earwires perfect for your specific projects and YOUR creativity! * Option to upgrade to Gold plated wire for an additional $5.00.
	Pearl Knotting $25.00 - Learn the simple, traditional method to knot pearls.Using silk thread, callottes and glass pearls, you'll learn from start to finish. This is a technique that is great for more than just pearls. Knot between any beads for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewelery. November 26
	Chandelier Earrings $25.00* - Learn to create the hottest earrings around!! Use delicate wire findings and faceted fire-polished Czech glass to make elegant, dangley chandeliers. Leave this class with beautiful earrings and the confidence to make many more! Choose from a huge assortment of chandelier forms in different metals. *Option to upgrade to Swarovski crystal for an additional $5.00 and / or sterling silver or gold fill ear wires for an additional fee. November 22
	Wire Wrapped Bangle $25.00 - Create a unique, one of a kind bangle using hard wire and beautiful Czech fire polished glass beads. BEAUTIFUL!!! Never-ending possibilities... Stack some Bangles. Amazing Earrings. Unique Pendants. November 19
	Wire and Chain Necklace and Earring Set $25.00* - Create a delicate necklace and earrings set using chain, wire findings and faceted fire-polished Czech glass. Use these skills to create an infinite number of pieces using the hottest trend - CHAIN! *Option to upgrade to Swarovski crystal for an additional $5.00 and / or upgrade to sterling silver or gold fill chain and / or ear wires for an additional fee. Sunday, November 1st
	2 Wire Wrapped Rings $25.00 - Start with 5 feet of straight wire and create a ring. And then a second one. This may be your introduction to wire wrapping, or perhaps not. You can choose your two beads from a selection in the store OR you can choose any beads in the store and receive your 15% Bead Student Discount T there is an option to upgrade to sterling silver or gold filled wire. Sunday, November 15th
	Swarovski Double-Stranded Loop Bracelet $60.00* - Wow!!! Swarovski Crystals! Learn a simple weave and create a beautiful, VERY SPARKLING bracelet. Originally done with base metal findings. You can easily adapt this technique and make a necklace! *Option to upgrade to sterling silver bead caps and clasp for the additional costs. Your 15% Bead Student Discount will be applied to any upgraded findings. This class is 2 1/2 hours. Call us to be notified of the next class dates.
	Double-Stranded Knotted Silk Bracelet $25.00 - Make a beautiful multitoned bracelet using silk, faceted fire-polished Czech glass, and semi-precious stone chips. Walk out knowing a technique that you can easily adapt into making a necklace. Call us to be notified of the next class dates.
	Double Stranded Knotted Silk Necklace with Pendant $40.00 - Like our Double-Stranded Knotted Silk Bracelet but it's a NECKLACE!! Make a beautiful multi-toned necklace using silk, faceted fire-polished Czech glass, and semi-precious stones. PLUS the cost of your pendant. YOU choose your pendant from a wide variety of shells, semi-precious stones, glass or bone. These pendant prices vary from $2.00 - $30.00. Your 15% Bead Student Discount will be applied to the pendant of your choice. Call us to be notified of the next class dates.
	Single Strand Knotted Silk Necklace w/ Pendant $25.00 - Make a contemporary necklace using knotted silk, semi-precious stones, glass and a pendant for a floating effect. This is a versatile design style with never-ending possibilities! PLUS the cost of your pendant. YOU choose your pendant from a wide variety of shells, semi-precious stones, glass or bone. These pendant prices vary from $2.00 - $30.00. Your 15% Bead Student Discount will be applied to the pendant of your choice. Call us to be notified of the next class dates.

Advanced Beading Classes: Our Advanced Beading Classes require each student to have taken either our "Beginners Chandelier Earring Class" OR our "Beginners Wire and Chain Necklace and Earrings Class" prior to enrolling; OR have the equivalent beading experience. You must be comfortable using all three hand tools and know how to 'Loop' confidently. This will ensure you have a successful and enjoyable time in our Advanced Classes.
	ADVANCED - Chain Drop Wire Wrap Earrings - Fine Wire Work $40.00 - Upgrade! Learn wire wrapping- the most secure method to attach beads to chain, wire, or other beads. Make beautiful earrings using sterling silver or gold filled wire and chain. Dangle Swarovski Crystals, and attach a crystal drop using the "wrapping" method. This technique is just what you need to tackle that next beading project. From bracelets to earrings, to necklaces, your projects will look fabulous with the "wrapping" technique. Maximum 5 students. Call us to be notified of the next class dates.
	ADVANCED - Peyote Stitch Amulet Bag - with Japanese Delicas $70.00 - This is a TWO-PART class with Arvita running the show. She's a fantastic teacher that we have come in to teach this amazing class. The first 2 1/2 hour class, you will choose one of three patterns for your piece, choose your colors, learn to start the peyote stitch TWICE, learn the weave, and you'll learn how to break-out and replace wrong beads in your pattern. Then it's homework time! Between Part One and Part Two (generally 3 - 4 weeks) you will finish the tubular bag portion of your piece. In Part Two (also 2 1/2 hrs.) you will return with any questions or concerns (i.e. I made a mistake in my pattern. How do I get that bead out?). You will learn how to finish the bag using Swarovski Crystals and glass dagger beads. You will also learn various methods of doing a strap - flat or tubular stitch? Your choice. This class is very much individually driven ...and so much fun! Some students even meet back here at the store to do their "homework" together! Maximum 5 students per class for this one! Call us to be notified of the next class dates.

THE FINE PRINT: CLASS INFORMATION / REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

WHEN? Sundays 11:30 - 1:30pm or Thursdays 5:30 - 7:30pm

Check the date that the class falls on to see if it's a Sunday class or a Thursday class.

WHERE? At our fantastic store of course...

See our address, directions and a map on our "Contact" page

1. Basic Beading Classes require no previous knowledge or experience!!!!

2. The Advanced Beading Classes require students to take either the Chandelier Earring Class OR the Wire and Chain Class PRIOR to enrolling.

3. All classes require a minimum of 3 people to attend with a maximum of 7.

4. All tools required will be provided at the store (and are available to purchase).

5. All classes require FULL PAYMENT IN ADVANCE by Visa or M/C over the phone or in person with Visa, M/C, Cash or Interac.

6. ALL CLASSES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.If you cannot attend send a friend or another beading addict in your place.

7. Receive 15% discount off all regular priced beads and findings you buy in the store at the time of your class.

8. One group may book out an entire class and pay for 7 students. You choose which class we teach!

9. Excellent opportunity for: employee team-building, a bridal party, a stagette-day-event, or even a birthday group!

10. For 12 years of age and older. We can certainly flex on this one should the young person have some beading skills to start!

11. Register early to secure a seat…classes fill up QUICKLY!