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| BASIC STRINGING | Start designing and beading! The Basic Stringing Class includes an introduction to and hands-on experience with different types of beads, findings, stringing materials and tools. Learn the elements of jewelry design, the types of stringing materials, the different tools used in jewelry making, and how to string beads and attach a clasp. You’ll be on your way to creating your own fabulous jewelry. This is a great class for beginners.
Cost $35 plus tax (includes all materials) 1 1/2 hours. | | Sunday, July 27, 2008 | 10:30 AM | | Tuesday, July 29, 2008 | 11:00 AM | | Tuesday, August 19, 2008 | 11:00 AM | | Saturday, August 23, 2008 | 10:30 AM |
| | INTRODUCTION TO WIRE WORKING | The Wire Working Class is an introduction to working with metal wire in beaded jewelry. You will learn about the different types of wire, practice simple wire work wrap techniques and gain familiarity with tools that are essential for making many earring, necklace and bracelet designs. Manipulate silver wire to create 2 pair of earrings using semi-precious and pearl beads. Perfect if you want to design/make earrings.
Cost $35 plus tax (includes all materials). 1 1/2 hours. | | Tuesday, August 5, 2008 | 11:00 AM | | Saturday, August 9, 2008 | 11:00 AM | | Saturday, August 16, 2008 | 10:30 AM | | Sunday, August 24, 2008 | 10:30 AM |
| | KNOTTING WITH SILK | Traditional European knotting technique artfully protects delicate beads like pearls and semi-precious stones from rubbing against each other. In our Knotting with Silk Class you will learn how to use silk cord to enhance your jewelry designs. Select from an assortment of freshwater pearls, semi-precious stones and fine silk cord to create a hand-knotted necklace. Finish off your traditional creation with a sterling silver clasp. Basic stringing knowledge required.
Cost $40 plus tax (includes all materials) 2 hours. | | Saturday, July 26, 2008 | 2:00 PM | | Sunday, August 17, 2008 | 10:30 AM |
| | MULTI-STRAND | For more advanced beaders only; must be familiar with stringing and crimping. Learn how to design and make multi-strand necklaces and bracelets. This class will show different design approaches to multi-strand, how to measure and finish using cones and multi-strand clasps. You will select from black onyx or fresh water pearls, complemented by Swarovski crystals or daisy spacers, to make your own special triple strand bracelet with a cone and lobster claw clasp.
Cost $35 plus tax (includes all materials). 2 hours | | Saturday, July 26, 2008 | 11:00 AM |
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