Giving Thanks To Our Bead Stash

General In-Studio Class we outline Course outline: Not only are Hoops are a classic must-have, but they will be playing centre stage in 2022 jewellery trends. Start by learning to create the wire connector and advance to using medium to heavy gauge wire and mandrels to create the double (dua-hoop-la). We will use a chasing hammer and bench block to work-harden hoops. These Dua-Hoop-La earrings are lightweight and very comfortable to wear. PLEASE JOIN ME TO FIND OUT WHAT ALL THE HOOP-LA IS ABOUT! On your own, it will be easy to vary the look by using different types of … ...

Course outline: These awesome shoulder-duster earrings are sure to get attention! Flowing beaded tail feathers and and rich blues and greens are stitched into this handsome pair of exotic peacock earrings. A definite must for those who love to wear long, fringey earrings! Type of class: Virtual. A few days prior to the class you will be sent an email containing the class instructions and the electronic link to the Zoom class. Once these instructions have been sent, refunds and cancellations will not be permitted. Skill level: Intermediate or Intrepid Beginner. Prerequisite: Basic bead weaving skills and comfort with basic … ...

General In-Studio Class we outline Course outline: Participate in a mind-bending process, that will introduce you to the pleasures of slow, meditative stitching on a 3-D object (in this case a 100% wool ball). You will end up with a decorative, display object, made out of scraps, that is suitable for either gift giving, or the start of a personal collection. Add a hanging ribbon, or do as I do, and just pile multiple orbs in a bowl, for an eye-catching display. This workshop comes with a warning though, because the process is quite addicting! Don’t worry if you have … ...

General Virtual Class web outline: Course outline: Flat Spiral creates a substantial statement bracelet that lends itself to lots of variations! In this class you’ll learn how to do flat spiral – and then create a second row of beading! During class you will see how you can use this technique for additional designs. Note: the bracelet will not be finished during class time, but you will have all of the information to finish the project at home. You will also have the instructor’s contact information should you have questions, etc. Type of class: Virtual. A few days prior to … ...

General Virtual Class web outline: Course outline: Do you have a wonderful stone donut or other pendant with a centre hole, but not sure how to incorporate a bail? Join Pamela Kearns to learn how to do triangular peyote and turn two triangles into a bail! You’ll see the technique done using different pendant styles as well as receive some patterns that you can use and personalize. Type of class: Virtual. A few days prior to the class you will be sent an email containing the class instructions and the electronic link to the Zoom class. Once these instructions have … ...

General In-Studio Class we outline Course outline: Are you ready for some nice weather? Let’s have some fun and paint our way to “Weathered Links” using permanent, fast drying patinas. We will use a small paint brush to apply a layered trio of colour to the chain links of the bracelet and the toggle clasp, in a free-form style, to create a weathered patina. A final coat of sealant will be applied to protect the patina. Painting metal jewellery may become a bit addictive, but so much fun and may provide you a little change of pace. Embellish with a … ...

Course outline: Bracelets options are almost endless and can be designed around a pattern, theme, or composed of random tiles. In this class we will create a bracelet of linked tiles, incorporating connecting links into each tile. This creates a more graceful appearance and is a step up from simply punching holes in a tile and connecting with jump rings, and reduces the number of jump rings needed. We will construct a toggle compatible with the bracelet design.  (You can use bronze or copper clay. The bracelet in the photo is white bronze.) Design, measurement and construction of bracelet links, … ...

General Virtual Class web outline: Course outline: If you have already mastered the tubular chenille rope you might want to really challenge yourself by conquering the flat chenille design. This is an intermediate to advanced level class, but well worth the effort with a high level of satisfaction at accomplishing this challenging design. Type of class: Virtual. A few days prior to the class you will be sent an email containing the class instructions and the electronic link to the Zoom class. Once these instructions have been sent, refunds and cancellations will not be permitted. Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced Prerequisite: A … ...

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