Class Policies
- Registration and pre-payment is required to save your spot.
- If you need to withdraw from a class for which you are registered, please give 24 hours notice in order to receive a refund or credit.
- Our Basic Bracelets class has all materials included, but for most classes, you will need to purchase your own materials.
- Materials are available at The Bead Gallery at a 15% discount to class participants. Be sure to mention that the purchases you are making are for a class so we can be sure to give you your discount.
- Classes will run if there are two or more people enrolled. If you are the only person enrolled in a class, we will offer the class to you as a private lesson at private lesson rates. If you do not with to take a private lesson, we will issue you a credit or refund.
Classes
Beading Classes
Schedule June, July, August 2008
Classes are divided into #1 classes, which are suitable for any level of beading expertise, including beginner, and #2 classes, which are more suitable for those with some experience. The Bead Gallery staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have about classes.
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#1 - Basic Stringing $35 Materials Included Instructor: Joy
Learn basic stringing and finishing techniques. You will learn two (2) different methods for securing crimps while you make both a necklace and a bracelet.
Tue 06/10 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tue 07/01 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tue 08/05 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
#1 - Easiest Ladder Stitch BraceletInstructor: Faith
Just in time for summer! This is the perfect project to take to the beach or pool or to work on during a long car ride. It packs up small, is ridiculously easy to make, and always turns out to be your favorite, most elegant bracelet.
Thu 06/12 5 - 7 p.m.
#1 - Pearl Knotting - (Traditional Pearl Knotting on Silk) $35 Materials ExtraInstructor: Joy
Create a traditionally knotted pearl necklace on silk, tying a knot between each pearl and finishing by attaching a clasp using French wire. Then learn how to make a "floating pearl" necklace with knotted pearls and exposed silk thread, finishing with bead tips to attach a clasp.
Sat 06/21 12 - 3 p.m.
Tue 07/29 5 - 8 p.m.
Tue 08/19 5 - 8 p.m.
#1 - Spiral Rope Bracelet $25 Materials ExtraInstructor: Joanne
Get acquainted with bead weaving with this simple, yet versatile technique. You will learn how to create a colorful spiral bracelet that is as fun to wear as it is to make.
Sun 06/22 12 Noon - 2 p.m.
Sun 08/10 12 Noon - 2 p.m.
# 1 - Peyote Tubes Bracelet $25 Materials ExtraInstructor: Joanne
Learn the basics of this traditional beadwork technique as you weave your own beads to create a bracelet that includes crystals and Bali silver. This session is an excellent introduction to seed bead weaving, and takes less time than many other seed bead classes to complete.
Sun 06/22 3 - 5 p.m.
Sun 08/10 3 - 5 p.m.
#1 - Braided Leather Lariat $25 Materials ExtraInstructor - Autumn
You will come away with lots of ideas about what to do with leather when you combine suede, wood, chain and beads to make this hip bohemian lariat.
Thu 06/26 5 - 7 p.m.
Thu 08/07 5 - 7 p.m.
#2 - Free-form Brick Stitch $25 Materials ExtraInstructor: Joanne
Brick stitch is a technique that lends itself naturally to freeform work. In this session, participants will use beads of various sizes, shapes and colors, to fashion a one-of-a-kind freeform bracelet. Knowledge of brick stitch is not required; however some bead experience is helpful.
Sun 06/29 12 Noon - 2 p.m.
Sun 08/24 12 Noon - 2 p.m.
#2 - Free-form Peyote $25 Materials ExtraInstructor: Joanne
Expand on your beadwork knowledge and experience the joy of projects without patterns. Weave various seed beads together with larger accent beads into creation that is uniquely your own. You will learn to blend together different sizes, shapes and colors of beads, and to create large open spaces for a visually enticing look. This session is designed for those who have experience in basic peyote stitch.
Sun 06/29 3 - 5 p.m.
Sun 08/24 3 - 5 p.m.
#1 - Crystal Disco Balls $25 Materials ExtraInstructor: Faith
Create sparkling "beaded beads" from Swarovski crystal, then use them to make earrings, pendants, or a bracelet.
Thu 08/14 5 - 7 p.m.
Private classes
Private beading are also available. The rates for private lessons are as follows:
| One Hour: | $20 | Two Hours: | $40 |
| One & 1/2 Hours: | $30 | Three Hours | $60 |