Country Beads

Wire Work
2018-08-26 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-07-29 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-06-10 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-05-19 10:30 - 12:30 UTC | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Working with wire is one of the most useful skills to develop for jewellery making. In this hands-on class, you will learn wire looping and the more intricate technique of wire wrapping. For making earrings, mixing beads with chain, or wiring stones, this class is a must!

Crochet Beading
2018-08-25 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-06-17 10:30 - 12:30
Learn to make beautiful, delicate designs with cord and beads using crochet techniques. You will leave with a gorgeous piece that can work as a multi-wrap bracelet or a necklace. The skills taught in this class can be used to make bracelets, necklaces, and more!

Macrame Bracelet
2018-08-19 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-07-28 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-06-03 10:30 - 12:30
Learn to make the stylish bracelets you see all over social media! Using macrame knots for a sliding closure, this is a versatile technique to learn. Pick from an assortment of coloured cords along with faceted metal or blingy crystal beads to create your personalized look. Leave with a bracelet you love and the inspiration to do more!

Pearl Knotting
2018-08-18 10:30 - 12:30
Pearl knotting Class
Learn the simple and traditional method of knotting for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewellery. Using silk thread, nylon, fresh water pearls and Gold Filled findings you will create a beautiful pearl knotted necklace.

Basic Beading
2018-08-12 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-07-21 10:30 - 12:30
Want to make your own jewellery? This is where to start! We cover all the basics including tools, stringing material, findings and how to put it all together. Leave with a completed project and the confidence for future creations.

Mala Knotting
2018-08-11 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-07-22 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-06-02 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-05-13 10:30 - 12:30
Learn the simple and traditional method of knotting for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewellery. Using silk thread, nylon, or waxed linen with natural wood, you will create a beautiful mala-style necklace.
This technique can be utilized for a variety of classic and contemporary styles.

Stone Wrapping
2018-08-05 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-06-30 10:30 - 12:30
This class is focused on creating a decorative pendant using wire. This is a very useful technique, as it can be adapted to a centerpiece that has no hole. Bring in your own piece to wrap, or use one of ours, and leave the class with a necklace of your own design. The skills shown in this class can be used on rings as well; time permitting, we will demonstrate this adaptation.

Leather Woven Bracelet
2018-08-04 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-07-15 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-06-16 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-05-27 10:30 - 12:30
Learn one of the most popular bracelet styles first created by top LA jewellery designer Chan Luu. With faceted beads suspended between leather cords, and a button closure — this is a stunning look! Take home the loom, a finished bracelet, and the confidence to create more.

Square Stitch
2018-07-14 10:30 - 12:30
Learn to weave beautiful glass delica beads using square stitch to make a beautiful fringe pendant. This technique is highly adaptable and can be used to make earrings, rings, bracelets, and more.

Pearl Knotting Class
2018-07-08 10:30 - 12:30
Learn the simple and traditional method of knotting for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewellery. Using silk thread, nylon, fresh water pearls and Gold Filled findings you will create a beautiful pearl knotted necklace.

KITS DAY (No Class)
2018-07-07 00:00
Sorry! No Class today.

CANADA DAY (Closed)
2018-07-01 00:00
Sorry! We’ll be closed Canada Day.

Bead Wire Cuff
2018-06-24 10:30 - 12:30
Create a unique beaded cuff using wire and glass beads. This technique allows you to play with shape and colours to create a one-of-a-kind cuff design.

Fringe Earrings
2018-06-23 10:30 - 12:30
Fringes are fun and lively accesories during all seasons. In this class, you’ll learn how to mix & match materials such as leather, chain, cord and beads to make a lovely pair of stylish earrings. Learn all you need to know, from basic construction to the details of designing a personal, fashionable look.

Beginners Beading
2018-06-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-05-20 10:30 - 12:30
