May is a month of celebrations – some very serious, such as Mother’s Day, and Cinco de Mayo, and some that are just plain wacky – such as ‘Star Wars’ Day (May the Fourth Be With You.) Late-May celebrations includes Victoria Day in Canada and Memorial Day in the United States. The best part is enjoying a long weekend with friends and family.
To be honest, I’m finding that May is racing by; June seems to be right around the corner. Join me by living in the present and enjoying what is here and now – including upcoming classes with visiting instructor Jean Power! (BTW, there are limited spaces in Jean’s classes.)
Here are the classes and open sessions scheduled May 21 – 31:
Wednesday, May 22
FREE Open Bead Night
Facilitator: Pamela Kearns
6:00 – 8:00pm
Come and work on your project in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
Thursday, May 23
FREE Afternoon Bead Tea
Facilitator: Pamela Kearns
1:00 – 3:00pm
Be among the first to see the new weekly products!
Peyote Boot Camp: Odd Count Peyote
Instructor: Pamela Kearns
5:00 – 9:00pm
So you’ve learned even-count peyote stitch are now ready for the sister stitch: odd-count peyote or perhaps you’ve been intimidated by the odd-turn? Come on out and I’ll remove the scariness!
Stitch Meditations – Exploring the Zen of Fibre, Thread and Beads
Instructor: Anne Marie Desaulniers
6:00 – 9:00pm
Learn to make a series of small art pieces that include recycled items, forgotten projects, fibre, hand and bead embroidery.
Friday, May 24
Introduction to Crochet de Luneville/ Tambour Embroidery, Class 2: Mini Rose Motif
Instructor: Catherine Sequalino Poitier
5:30 – 9:00pm
Learn how to follow a drawing using a legend showing which supplies are used in specific areas. Use the finished motif as an applique on your own T-shirt or a brooch.
Saturday, May 25
NEW Staggered Byzantine Bracelet
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
10:00am – 1:00pm
Discover how to use the classic Byzantine weave to create this impressive bracelet!
NEW Easy Gemstone Stacking Ring
Instructor: Christine Woollacott
10:00am – 5:00pm
Learn how to make rings with sterling wire and added gemstone accents – perfect for beginners!
Foxtail (Full Persian) Bracelet
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
2:00 – 5:00pm
This classic chain is round and flexible and a building block for several advanced-level weaves!
Sunday, May 26
Whimsical Freeform Peyote: Beaded Beads
Instructor: Anne Marie Desaulniers
11:00am – 4:00pm
Stretch your skills by working intuitively to cover a wooden bead with different sizes and shapes of seed beads for a one-of-a-kind component!
NEW Line Folding Sheet Metal
Instructor: Liz Kennedy
12:00 – 3:00pm
Explore line fold forming metalwork to create links, pendants, earrings and more!
Monday, May 27
Happy Hour Torching
Facilitator: Carol Cooper
5:00 – 9:00pm
This is the perfect time for you to come by and work on your lampwork projects or practise your skills!
Wednesday, May 29
FREE Open Bead Night
Facilitator: Amanda Pittman
6:00 – 8:00pm
Work on your projects over coffee and conversation!
Thursday, May 30
FREE Afternoon Bead Tea
Facilitator: Pamela Kearns
1:00 – 3:00pm
Schedule yourself dedicated time to work on your projects!
NEW Chain Stitch Beaded Crochet Necklace/ Wrap Bracelet
Instructor: Gillian Clarke
6:00 – 9:00pm
Versatile and fun to do – once you know the basic method you can get as creative as you like by changing the beads or the cord, making multiple strands and using different clasps!
Friday, May 31
NEW Crashing Waves Necklace
Instructor: Jean Power
10:00am – 5:00pm
The swirling & undulating design on the Star is inspired by crashing waves & sea foam whilst the rope is beaded in sand colours and its shape is inspired by the sand dunes Jean walks on in Cornwall!
FREE Meet and Greet with Jean Power
6:00 – 7:30pm
In addition to bringing kits and tutorials, Jean will discuss her journey in beading complete with samples. All are welcome – bring a friend!
Click on the class/session name for complete details including course description and applicable fees. You can also click on the instructors’ names to see other classes they are teaching.