To register for a class, please visit or call the store where
the class is being held. Washington 202-265-2323,
Baltimore 410-837-2323, Virginia 703-848-2323.
We offer a range of classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced students. Please scan the alphabetical list of links below to find areas of interest. Click on the class names, organized by type and level below, to get details about the class, the supplies needed, the teacher, times, dates and costs as well as pictures representative of the techniques or projects covered in the classes. For your convenience you can also view and download a .pdf calendar to see what classes are being offered in each store. Please note that class updates will not be reflected in the .pdf calendars.
To sign up for a class, call the store where the class is held with your credit card information, or prepay with cash, check or credit card in person at the store. Register early because space is limited! To keep classes small for individualized attention, we regret that we cannot allow refunds or date changes. Supplies must be purchased in advance. Classes start on time and no class time is allotted for shopping! Our store staff cannot provide child care. Please do not bring your children to class.
We post the schedule of classes for January and February by December 15; March and April classes by February 15; May and June classes by April 15; July and August classes by June 15; September and October classes by August 15, and November and December classes by October 15.
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ADVANCED
CHAINS & BEAD (MD)
This 2 hour
class will expand on techniques learned in Introduction to Chains. Students
will learn how to apply and combine various techniques for more complex and creative
results. This class will show you new ways to give your designs new impact.
Supplies: 1 ft. each of 4 different styles of chain with varying sizes 2mm-8mm; 1 package of 6mm jump rings; 1 package of 8mm jump rings; 1 package of 24ga wire, 1 clasp, 1 3to1 connector, 1 tube of size 11 seed beads; 40-60 assorted 4-6mm metal spacer beads; 13 8mm faceted rondels, 2 6mm beads, 2 18mm beads, 2 15mm beads, 1 35mm bead, 2 10mm elongated beads, 7 6mm rondel beads .
Prerequisite: Introduction to Chain
Cost: $45
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
ADVANCED
KNOTTING
Master the art of classic knotting
with the help of established techniques as well as some new methods. This
class will show how to use French wire(bullion), make continuous necklaces, string
floating beads on silk, and some methods for working with pendant and multistrand
jewelry. Students will also learn some troubleshooting tips. This is
a great class to take to increase your beading skills and improve your craftsmanship. There
is a lot to cover, so some experience with knotting is recommended.
Supplies: knotting tweezers, knot cutters, pack of twisted needles, Hypo cement. Components: beads of your choice (4-6mm recommended) for 16"-24"(fewer needed for a "floating design"); a light-weight pendant, if desired (e.g., gemstone, glass, or shell); 2 beadtips; a clasp; French wire; 2 cards of silk(size and color appropriate for beads).
Prerequisite: Knotting Experience
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Dawn Pietrusko)
Sunday, October 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday,
November 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
ADVANCED
WIRE (DC/MD/VA)
Class focuses on spirals,
findings, and settings. Learn to make fancy earwires, headpins, spacers, bead
caps. Create spiral chain and learn the wire wrapped loop technique.
Supplies:
(DC/MD): 2ft 18ga wire—sterling, gold filled or plated;
2ft 20ga wire—sterling, gold filled or plated; 8 beads 6, 8, 10mm with holes
to fit wire; round nose & chain nose pliers; wire cutters.
(VA):
2ft 22ga wire—sterling, gold filled or plated; 2ft 20ga wire—sterling,
gold filled or plated; beads 6, 8, or 10mm with holes to fit wire (these can be
any beads you want; they are used for practicing techniques, and not for making
a finished project.); round nose & chain nose pliers; wire cutters.
Note about wire: since this class does not produce a finished product,
you may want to use plated wire for practicing. However, many people like
to take what they've made in class (using precious metal wire) and incorporate
it into projects at home.
Prerequisite:
Beginning Wire class or previous wireworking experience suggested, but
not required.
Cost: $35
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
Sunday, December 6, 9:00
- 11:00am
Call (202) 265-2323 to register
Baltimore:
(Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session
Call (410)
837-2323 to register
Tysons Corner: (Jeni
Rico)
Sunday, December 13, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Call
(703) 848-2323 to register.
ANOTHER
CHAIN CLASS (NOT YOUR MAMA'S ROSARY) (MD)
Students
will learn to connect beads with wire to create a beaded chain using the wire
wrapped technique with a few fancy large rings and briolettes as accents.
We will take this time-honored rosary technique into the 21st century and adapt
it to make a unique piece of jewelry.
Supplies: 40-60 6-8mm rondels, 3 large rings or connectors around 15mm in size, 1 clasp, 10ft. 24ga wire, 3 brios any size, 15-20 larger and fancier accent beads to compliment the rondels.
Prerequisite:
Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads or Wire.
See examples and staff in the Baltimore store.
Cost:
$35
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
BAILS
AND CLASPS (VA)
Stretch your dollar
by creating your own clasps and bails. Learn how to make a variety of clasps and
extend your collection by making interesting focal pieces with left over beads.
Supplies:
1 pkg (5') 18ga wire; 1 pkg (5') 22ga half-hard wire; 10-20 beads of various shapes
and sizes including one briolette (top-drilled bead); chain nose and round nose
pliers; wire cutters.
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (703) 848-2323 to
register.
BASIC
COLOR THEORY FOR BEADERS (VA)
Learn how to
effectively use a color wheel to maximize the impact of your designs. The class
will be broken into two parts, each 90 minutes long. During the first portion
of the class, we will learn about the color wheel and design principles. We will
discuss different color combinations that would be effective with your beads.
The last 90 minutes will be spent in a group discussion, brainstorming possible
color combinations for the beads you've brought.
Supplies:
Chain nose pliers, round nose pliers, wire cutters, color wheel, beading mat or
other beading surface, and an assortment of beads - in a variety of colors (no
black, grey, or white, please).
Cost: $60
Tysons Corner: (Jenni
Moore)
No
Class Available This Session.
Call (703) 848-2323
to register.
BEADWEAVING
ON A LOOM (VA)
Learn the exciting loom-weaving technique and watch a
project come together before your eyes! In this class, you'll learn how
to graph out your own patterns, begin, work, and finish on-loom projects.
Pattern for small in-class project is supplied. Looms are not available
for class use, so please bring your own!
Supplies: 3 colors size 11 Japanese Delica seed beads (not Czech seed beads!), bobbin of size B Nymo in whichever color you prefer, #10 beading needles, beeswax, cutters, and a beading loom. Optional: needle threader.
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
No Class Available This Session.
Call
(703) 848-2323 to register.
BEADED
CHAIN ID BADGE OR EYEGLASSES HOLDER (VA)
Looking
for a more fashionable way to display your ID badge or keep track of your eyeglasses?
These projects make excellent gifts for the office. You will use basic wire techniques
and the wire wrapped loop to work beads into chain to create a versatile accessory
for your ID badge or glasses.
Supplies: 2 ft chain, 1 package
22 or 24 ga wire (use the largest ga that will fit through your beads) 6-10 beads
8mm or smaller, one larger focal bead 10mm or larger, lobster claw clasp, 1 ft.
16 ga wire.
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
Thursday, December 10, 6:00
- 8:00pm.
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
BEGINNING
PEYOTE STITCH (MD/VA)
This class is an introduction to peyote
stitch--an off-loom weaving technique. Using both even and odd count peyote, you
will be able to follow any chart you desire. After learning this basic peyote
stitch you will have the confidence to attempt a great variety of projects that
can occupy many cold winter nights!
Supplies: 2 contrasting colors of size
11º Delicas (avoid multi-colored tubes); Nymo D; #10 beading needles; needle
threader; beeswax; cutters.
Cost: $35
Baltimore:
(Donna Weiner )
No
Class Available This Session.
Tysons Corner: (Jeni
Rico) (Nicole
Swiger)
Sunday, November
8, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Wednesday, November 18, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Call (703)
848-2323 to register.
BEGINNING
WIRE (DC/VA) / GET WIRED (MD)
Learn basic wire manipulation to make
chains, clasps, and earwires. Set beads, wrap objects, and incorporate unique
elements into your jewelry. Learn about wire working tools and wire properties
as well. This is truly the best class for a first time wire-worker!
Supplies (Washington): 1 package or at least 2ft each of 18ga & 20ga
deadsoft SS, GF, copper, or plated wire; 2-3 beads to fit wire including 2 beads
for earrings; 1 donut or stone pendant top-drilled to fit wire; round nose &
chain nose pliers; wire cutters; file optional.
Supplies
(Baltimore): 1 package or at least 2ft each of 18ga & 20ga deadsoft SS
wire or GF wire; 5-20 beads to fit wire including 2 beads for earrings; round
nose & chain nose pliers; wire cutters; file optional.
Supplies (Tysons
Corner): 1 package or at least 2ft of 22ga wire - sterling, gold-filled, or
plated; 5-20 beads to fit wire; round nose & chain nose pliers; wire cutters;
file optional. Note about wire: since this class does not produce
a finished product, you may want to use plated wire for practicing. However,
many people like to take what they've made in class (using precious metal wire)
and incorporate it into projects at home.
Prerequisite: Introduction
to Beading class or experience with jewelry tools.
Cost: $35
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
Sunday, November 8, 9:00 - 11:00am
Call (202) 265-2323
to register
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
Sunday, October 17, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Saturday, November 14, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Call (410) 837-2323 to register
Tysons Corner: (Jeni
Rico)
Saturday, October 17, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Sunday, November 22, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Sunday, December 6, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Call (703)
848-2323 to register.
CHAIN,
SUEDE & BEADS NECKLACE (MD)
In this class, students
will learn tricks & techniques to incorporate several materials to create
a trendsetting multi-strand masterpiece.
Supplies: 5 ft. 22- gauge wire, 2ft. cable chain, 2ft. large link chain; 1 package 6mm jump rings, 1 pendant or donut/pie, 10-20 assorted beads, bead caps, or space beads; 1 multi-strand clasp
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads class.
Cost: $40
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call
(410) 837-2323 to register.
CHAIN,
WEAVE W/SUEDE & BEADS NECKLACE (MD)
Another
great design idea: Build an intricate combination of chain and suede to
create a softer, yet textured design.
Supplies: 5 ft. 24- gauge wire, 30-50 assortment of 4-6mm beads, bead caps, spacer beads; 30-50 headpins, 2 ft. long short chain, 2 ft. suede, 1 clasp, 1 pendant (optional).
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads class.
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
CHAINED
ROSARY / CHAINED NECKLACE (VA)
Learn how to construct
a sturdy and beautiful chained rosary. You will learn how to handle the tools,
bend the wire, connect beads to chain to form the decades, join them, and attach
them to a rosary center and crucifix. Prior experirence with bending wire for
earrings is helpful but not necessary. Rosary techniques can be adapted to making
necklaces, bracelets, anklets and more. Students are welcome to take this class
and use the techniques to make a Y-style drop necklace during class rather than
a rosary.
Supplies for Rosary: 59 6mm or 8mm beads (or 53 beads and 6 accent beads), crucifix, rosary center, 60 eyepins or 5ft. 20- or 22 gauge wire. Wire, 4 split rings or open jump rings, 1ft chain to match other metal parts (will need to be cut into 14pices of 3 links each during class), round nose pliers, wire cutters.
Supplies for Necklace: same as above, but with a piece to use as a pendant rather than a crucifix and a connector piece with three loops rather than the rosary center. Also, please bring a clasp for the back of the necklace.
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Chelle Mohaber)
No Class Available This Session.
Call
(703) 848-2323 to register.
CHAINMAIL
BRACELET (VA)
As an introduction to the ancient art
of chainmail, students will learn two weaves: the boxchain (also called
Queen's Link) and its variant, the Byzantine. These two patterns are both
elegant and popular as jewelry weaves. Students will also learn the proper
way to open and close jump rings. Making jump rings "from
scratch" will
be discussed but not demonstrated.
Supplies:
108 smooth open jump rings, 5mm outer diameter (OD), made of 20gauge (.032”) wire;
52 twisted open jump rings, 5mm OD, .032” total diameter (smooth jump rings may also be
used if twisted are not available); 3 smooth open jump rings, 4mm OD, 20gauge wire, for attaching clasp;
Toggle clasp or clasp of choice; EITHER two chain nose pliers
or one chain nose pliers and one bent chain nose pliers; 2 Paper clips or pieces of scrap wire for holding the ends of your chain and for manipulating
jump rings; awl (optional) for manipulating jump rings
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Patti Feit)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
CLASSIC
KNOTTING (DC/MD/VA)
Learn how to make a classic knotted necklace
for a timeless look. Knotting also buffers precious gemstone beads and pearls
against wear, and protects them from loss in case the necklace breaks. Take this
class and save money if you have heirloom knotted necklaces that need restringing.
We will also discuss and demonstrate making a "floating bead" necklace.
Supplies: 2 beadtips; clasp; any beads you'd like to use; Hypo Tube (beadtip)
cement; tweezers; knot cutters; card of appropriately-sized silk cord, beading
mat or other beading surface. Stretch the silk for 24 hours before
class by hanging it over a door with a weight (shoe, scissors, etc.) attached
to each end.
Cost: $30
Washington: (Kathleen
Manning)
Sunday,
October 18, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, November
15, 9:00 - 11:00am
Call (202) 265-2323 to register
Baltimore:
(Dawn Pietrusko)
Sunday,
November 1, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Sunday, December
6, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Call
(410) 837-2323 to register
Tysons Corner: (Sylvia
Butler)
Sunday, November 15, 4:00 - 6:00pm
Sunday, December 20, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Call
(703) 848-2323 to register.
CROCHET
WITH BEADS NECKLACE (MD)
Learn how
to combine the crochet technique with beading and create a simply elegant necklace.
Supplies: Size 2 griffin silk on card in a color to compliment your
bead choice; one tube of size 6º seed beads; 34 freshwater pearls 4mm or
6mm; 34 4mm faceted beads; 2 bead tips; 1 toggle clasp; bead cement; a fancy headpin;
one larger bead to be used as the center.
Cost: $35
Baltimore:
(Dawn Pietrusko)
Sunday, October 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, November 8, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Sunday,
December 13, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
ELEGANT
WIRE-WORKED ORNAMENTS (VA)
You will make at least four different
wire-worked ornaments in this three-hour class, plus get ideas for many more.
Simple but elegant, the ornaments will make a great addition to your holiday décor.
Use the techniques to make more as gifts! This class is great for those who want
to expand on their wire-working experience, or those who have never worked with
wire before.
Supplies: at least 1ft 16ga wire; 5ft 18ga wire;
at least 2ft 22ga wire, 1 small- to medium Swarovski hanging chandelier crystal;
beads in assorted shapes and colors—some holes to fit 18ga wire; 6-12 headpins;
at least one tube size 6º seed beads in colors to complement larger beads.
Optional tools: wire cutters; round nose pliers; chain nose pliers; hammer; anvil.
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Jenni
Moore)
Sunday, December 6, 3:00
- 5:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323
to register.
EARRINGS
(MD)
Take your skills to another level with this earring class. You
will turn wire, chain and beads into several pairs of stylish earrings.
Supplies: 1 package 22ga wire, 2 briolettes, 1 package 4 or 6mm Swarovski crystals, 1 foot cable chain 2-4mm, 12-14 headpins, 2 earwires
Cost: $30
Tysons Corner: (Kimone Kocica)
Sunday, October 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
FABULOUS
EARRINGS (VA)
Explore wire-working techniques to create three fun and
colorful pairs of attention-grabbing earrings. Learn easy steps to create
earrings you thought were beyond your reach. Make them for yourself or as
gifts!
Supplies: 1 ft S/S or G/F small link chain, 1pkg (5 ft) 24ga wire to match, 6 earwires, 30-36 4mm Swarovski crystals or Czech glass beads, 30-36 4-6mm beads of your choice (in matching or complementary colors), 40 headpins, 4 flat 3-hole spacers, wire cutters, round and chain nose pliers.
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
Saturday, December 12, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Call (703)
848-2323 to register.
GARDEN
OF GLASS BRACELET (MD)
This gorgeous bracelet with
a garden theme is delightful to string, full of beady bobbles and loaded with
color. See the example at the Baltimore store.
Supplies: 1yd SoftFlex; 4
crimps; Fireline size D; 1 tube 8º Delicas; 10-12 8-10mm glass beads; 6 15mm
beads, 20-30 glass leaves or daggers; 40 6mm tulip-style glass beads; 20 4mm Swarovski
crystals; 5-10 6mm Swarovski crystals; 1 strand 4mm pearls; various colors 11º
seed beads; 20 6mm round glass beads; 50 4mm rondel glass beads; 2 50-bead strands
of 3-4mm faceted glass beads; wide-eye needle.
(Optional) 1ft. heavy
cable chain to design a necklace instead of a bracelet.
Cost:
$40
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
INTERMEDIATE
BEADING (MD)
You have learned the very basics in the Introduction
to Beading; now take it to the next level and learn how the pros do it.
In this class you will construct an 18" necklace using crimps with a crimping
tool and crimp covers. You will also expand your earring making techniques
by learning to wrap headpins for a more secure connection.
Supplies: Enough beads to fill 17" of cord, making sure to include accent and focal beads to ensure a complete design, 1 yard of Soft Touch Cord (diameter of cord depends on beads chosen); 2 precious metal crimps; 6 precious metal headpins; 2 earwires, extra beads for earrings, crimping pliers, 1 clasp
Prerequisite: Introduction to Beading
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Katie Poore)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
INTRODUCCIÓN
DE JOYERÍA (DC)
Aprenda acerca de las herramientas y los
materiales que se utilizan para hacer joyería. Cree unos aretes básicos
con alfileres y cuentas. Cree un collar de 18 pulgadas enhebrado en alambre y
aprenda como rematarlo. Estas técnicas básicas le ayudaran a lanzarse
a diseñar y crear joyería en apenas dos horas.
Materiales: Un estuche básico (puede adquirirlo en la caja) y suficientes cuentas en los colores y estilos que más le gusten para completar 18 pulgadas de alambre. El utilizar cuentas más grandes y hacer un diseño sencillo para este primer proyecto le dará más tiempo para concentrarse en las técnicas. Para los aretes, traiga unas cuentas adicionales que tengan el hueco suficientemente grande para que entren en los alfileres.
Costo: $30
Tysons Corner: (Adriana Jokisch-Sagrera)
No
Class Available This Session.
Llame al (703) 848-2323 para
inscribirse.
INTRODUCTION
TO BEADING (DC/MD/VA)
Learn about tools and materials. Construct basic earrings with headpins
and beads. Create an 18" necklace on cable wire and learn how to finish with
crimps. These techniques will launch you confidently into the world of bead stringing
and design in just two hours.
Supplies: Basic Class Kit
(available at the register) and enough beads in colors and styles you like to
fill 18" of cord. Larger beads and a simple design for your first effort
will save stringing time, allowing more time in class to concentrate on techniques.
For earrings, bring a few extra beads with holes large enough to fit on headpins.
Cost: $30
Washington: (Kathleen
Manning)
Sunday, October 25, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, November 1, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday,
November 22, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, December
13, 9:00 - 11:00am
Call (202) 265-2323 to register.
Baltimore:
(Dotsie Mack)
Saturday,
October 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, November
7, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday, November 14,
11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday, November 21, 11:30am
- 1:30pm
Saturday, December 5, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday, December 12, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber/Amy Allen)
Thursday,
October 15, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Sunday, October
25, Noon - 2:00pm
Monday, November 2, 12:00
- 2:00pm
Saturday, November 7, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Thursday, Nomember 12, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Saturday,
November 21, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Sunday, November
29, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Saturday, December 5, 4:00
- 6:00pm
Sunday, December 13, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 1:30 - 3:30pm
Wednesday, December 23, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
INTRODUCTION
TO CHAINS & BEADS (MD)
Add versatility
and style to your designs. In this class you will create a necklace and
bracelet using two diffrent techniques to attach chain to beads.
Supplies: 12-18 inches of assorted beads, space beads and bead caps; 2 ft. chain, 2 crimps, 2 crimp covers,
1 yard Soft Touch, 5 ft. wire, 2 clasps.
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from the Introduction to Beading or Wire.
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call
(410) 837-2323 to register.
INTRODUCTION
TO CHAIN MAIL JEWELRY (MD)
Students will learn the age-old
art of European chain mail and its derivations. You will complete multiple samples
during the class: box chain, European 4-in-1, Byzantine chain, and Turkish chain.
These different patterns will be invaluable in jewelry design.
Supplies:
300 8mm jumprings; large clasp; 2 split rings; chain nose pliers.
Cost:
$35
Baltimore: (Patrick Ober)
No Class Available This
Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
INTRODUCTION
TO CHAIN MAIL JEWELRY (VA)
Students will learn the age-old
art of European chain mail and its derivations. You will complete multiple samples
during the class: box chain, European 4-in-1, and Byzantine chain. These different
patterns will be invaluable in jewelry design.
Supplies:
300 8mm jumprings; chain nose pliers, jumpring opener (optional).
Cost:
$35
Tysons Corner: (Patti Feit)
No
Class Available This Session.
Call (703) 848-2323
to register.
JAPANESE
CHAIN MAIL (MD)
This class
teaches students three types of Japanese Chainmail: Japanese 3in1, 4in1, and 6in1.
These types of chain lend themselves to charm bracelets and wide cuff bracelets.
They have many attachment points for beads or other objects.
Supplies:
2 pairs of needle- or flat nosed pliers; 200 4mm jumprings; 120 6mm jumprings
(gold or silver tone)
Cost: $35
Baltimore:
(Patrick Ober)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
JUST
EARRINGS (MD)
In this class, you will make several pairs of earrings
using chandelier parts, chain, and different shaped beads. Come learn all
the tricks when it comes to making fancy earrings.
Supplies: 2 feet of chain cut into one inch increments, 2 briolette shaped beads, 14-20 4mm Swarovski crystals in complimentary colors, 6 6-8mm pearls, 6 4mm Swarovski crystals to compliment the pearls, 6 earwires, 2 chandelier parts, 1 package of 24 or 26 gauge wire.
Cost: $30
Baltimore: (Kimone Kocica)
Sunday, December 6, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Call
(410) 837 - 2323 to register.
KID'S
WIRE-WORKED GIFTS(9 YEARS+) (VA)
Make
handmade gifts for the special people in your life. You will learn basic wire-working
techniques including making earrings and hammering and wrapping wire for ornaments.
You will make at least three gifts. Your parents can do some shopping in the mall
while you work!
Supplies:
A minimum of three feet of 18g wire and 10 feet of 22g wire; 4 earwires; 7 headpins; 2 eyepins; one tube of size 6 seed beads in a green color; one tube of size 6 seed beads in a "snowy" color; assorted 4-8mm beads in shapes and colors to fit headpins and 22g. wire
optional tools: wire cutters, round nose pliers, chain nose pliers, wire-workling hammer, anvil or bench block
Cost: $35
Tysons Corner: (Jenni Moore)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
LARIATS
(DC)
Want to make a unique versatile necklace to wear or give
as a gift? Make your own lariat that can be worn in a variety of ways.
Learn about the various styles and techniques for making lariats. Instructions
will be provided on other styles and the materials you will need to make them.
Supplies: Your choice of two or more focal beads, crimp beads, seed beads, various accent beads in crystal and/or stone, and approx. 2 yards of 0.014 (fine) Soft Flex.
Cost: $35
Washington: (Adriana Jokisch-Segrera)
No Class Available This Session.
Call
(202) 265-2323 to register.
MAKE
YOUR OWN ROSARY OR PRAYER BEAD STRAND
Want to make a unique
versatile necklace to wear or give as a gift? Make your own lariat that
can be worn in a variety of ways. Learn about the various styles and techniques
for making lariats. Instructions will be provided on other styles and the
materials you will need to make them.
Supplies:
Catholics: 53 8mm "Hail Mary" beads
(all the same), 6 10mm or larger "Our Father" beads (all the same),
caps and ornamental beads as desired to decorate the Our Father beads (raid your
bead stash for miscellaneous chips and small round beads), 1 tube coordinating
11/0 seed beads, 1 tube coordinating 8/0 seed beads, 6 coordinating crimp tubes,
6 coordinating crimp covers, 2 yards Soft Touch Medium, 1 crucifix or cross, 1
center medal with three holes.
Anglicans/Episcipalians:
28 8mm beads, 5 10 mm (or larger) "invitatory and cruciform"beads, caps
and ornamental beads as desired for decorating the larger beads (raid your bead
stash for miscellaneous chips and small round beads), 1 tube coordinating 11/0
seed beads, 1 tube coordinating 8/0 seed beads, 3 coordinating crimp tubes, 3
coordinating crimp covers, 2 yards Soft Touch Medium, 1 crucifix or cross. (If
you happen to be an Episcopalian and didn't know there was such a thing, I'll
bring along some suggested prayers.)
"Earth Rosary " Or
Nondenomination Rosary: 52 8mm "seasons" beads, 4 10mm or larger
separating beads, caps and ornamental beads as desired for decorating the larger
beads (raid your bead stash for miscellaneous chips and small round beads), 1
tube coordinating 11/0 seed beads, 1 tube coordinating 8/0 seed beads, 3 coordinating
crimp tubes, 3 coordinating crimp covers, 2 yards Soft Touch Medium, 1 crucifix,
cross, medallion, or amulet of your choice.(You should be able to suspend your
medallion or amulet from a loop of SoftTouch wire.)
Cost: $40
Washington: (Anne Madison)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
MULTI-STRANDS
(DC/MD/VA) Washington:
Building on skills learned in Introduction to Beading, students will
learn many finishing techniques for multi-strand necklaces and bracelets.
Students may bring as many projects as they like; however, all have to be unfinished
and strung on SoftTouch prior to class, using Bead Stoppers to keep beads in place.
Time is alotted during class to purchase finishing pieces.
Supplies:
multi-strand projects strung on SoftTouch, Bead Stoppers.
Baltimore
and Tysons Corner: Building on skills learned in Introduction to Beading,
learn measurement, design and finishing tips and techniques for two kinds of multi-strand
necklaces or bracelets. Three or more strands of beads must be strung onto SoftTouch
prior to class. Leave at least 4" of cord beyond the beads to adjust length
and finish professionally.
Supplies:
2 cones; single-strand clasp; 2" headpin; 2 crimps for each strand;
1ft 22ga wire; Optional: 3" large-hole chain.
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Beading class.
Cost: $35
Washington:
(Kathleen Manning)
No
Class Available This Session.
Call
(202) 265-2323 to register.
Baltimore: (Dotsie
Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register
Tysons Corner: (Amy
Allen)
Sunday, November 8, 4:00 - 6:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
PERSIAN
CHAIN MAIL (Advanced Class) (MD)
This
class offers techniques in single-strand chains and one pattern of flat sheet
links. Single strand chains lend themselves to charm and bangle bracelets while
the flat sheet connections ca be used for boxes, baskets, and bags. The flat sheet
looks like no other type of chainmail and can be used for 3-D objects. In this
class you will learn: Persian, Persian 3-in-1, and 6-sheet.
Supplies:
300 silvertone 8mm jumprings; 300 goldtone 8mm jumprings; 2 pairs of chain nose
pliers.
Cost: $35
Baltimore : (Patrick
Ober)
No Class Available
This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
SPARKLING WITH SWAROVSKI
BRACELET (MD)
Learn the basic right-angle
weave technique to create this beautiful attention-grabbing cuff bracelet. One
color or two, each creation is simply stunning! This is a great way to learn and
gain confidence in this versatile technique. Most students will complete project
in class. Perfect for spring. See examples at the Baltimore store.
Supplies:
200 4mm Swarovski bicones crystals (for two-color variation: 120 in one color;
80 in another color); 1 tube 11º seed beads (either Japanese delicas or Czech)
in color to match crystals; small magnetic clasp; 1ft cable- or figure-eight chain;
1 spool Supplemax .25mm (.010”) 50m clear; big-eye or twisted wire needle;
beading pad. Needle puller (rubberized Dritz Quilting) will be provided for use
in class.
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Alaina
Jenkins)
No Class Available
This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
SPIRAL
CHAIN STITCH (MD)
Learn the art of spiral.
The spiral stitch is easy to master and has tremendous design possibilities. Come
and have fun learning this amazingly versatile stitch.
Supplies:
2 complimentary colors size 8º seed beads; 6 5-6mm accent beads;
clasp of your choice; Nymo size D; #10 beading needles; needle threader; beeswax.
Cost: $30
Baltimore: (Donna Weinner)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
SPIRAL
PEARL BRACELET (MD)
This class will teach
you to construct a unique stylish chain using handmade wire connections in combination
with any bead your heart desires. See examples in the Baltimore store!
Supplies:
4 feet 20ga sterling silver wire; 14 22ga sterling silver headpins; 14 6mm dterling
silver closed jumprings; 14 5mm beads.
Cost:
$40
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available
This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
SWAROVSKI
CRYSTAL BRACELET (MD) Learn to make
a stunning bracelet from basic materials and Swarovski crystals. Your wrist
will be so happy and glittery after this two-hour class! You will be practicing
two techniques in this class.
Supplies: 1 yard of .019 Soft Touch, 4 precious metal crimps, 60 6mm Swarovski bicone crystals, 120 6mm jump rings, 160 4mm jump rings, 1 two-strand clasp.
Prerequisite: You will be practicing two techniques in this class. Helpful if you have learned the basics to beading.
Cost: $40
Baltimore: (Cas Webber)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
SWAROVSKI
CRYSTAL RING (MD)
Learn to create a fun and
flirty ring that shouts "style" using Swarovski crystal beads in a variety
of colors. This ring is easily constructed and is a great project for experienced
beaders and beginners alike.
Supplies: 8 8mm Swarovski bicones; 15 6mm Swarovski bicones; 10 4mm Swarovski bicones; 25 precious metal headpins; 1 ring form.
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads or Wire.
Cost:
$30
Baltimore: (Jo Mirsky)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
TEENS
BASICS IN BEADING (MD)
A class specifically designed for the teen
who wants to learn more about beading. In this class you will construct
an 18" necklace and a pair of earrings. You will learn about, construct
with and finish pieces using beading tools. This class is open to ages 12-16.
Supplies: Enough beads for a 16" necklace and earrings, Basic Class Kit.
Cost: $30
Baltimore: (Kimone Kocica)
Sunday, November 1, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Call
(410) 837-2323 to register.
TUBULAR
NDEBELE HERRINGBONE AND FRINGE NECKLACE (MD)
Can't thread a needle
- there are tools for that if need be, so come thread with me. We will be
working with a 2-3 foot long thread to create a gorgeous statement piece, so you
can say -- Thank you, I made it myself. Off-loom weaving of Tubular Herringbone
and Fringe beading techniques will be taught in this 4 hour class. You will
go home with written instructions with diagrams. In the instructions are
hints for maintaining a consistent tension and how to modify the design to suit
your personal preferences. We will form herringbone into a tube as a necklace
base. Then to that base, we will attach 3 different sytles of fringe. The
finished product is a collar-style necklace. You will learn all of the skills
to complete the necklace. PLEASE NOTE: You will not be able to
finish the project in class. Other necklaces, some with semi-precious stones,
will be on display as examples of design options. Bring a snack, something to
drink and your sense of adventure! Coffee shop is just around the corner! We
will take a brief break and resume promptly.
Supplies: 2-3 tubes size 6 Seed Beads, 2 tubes size 8 Seed Beads, 1/2 strand medium sized pearls, 1/2 strand large sized pearls, 25 small tooth shaped beads, 75-80 daisy spacers, clasp, Fireline #6 - crystal or smoke, #12 Needles - beading or sharps, bead mat highly recommended. Bring your cutters/scissors, too. All supplies are available at the store.
Cost: $65
Baltimore: (Pam Jefferies)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
TWISTED
WIRE & BEADED CHAIN (MD)
In this advanced
class you will learn to make your own beaded chain, but with an added twist: you
will also learn to make some of the beads for the design!
Supplies: 5-10 8mm beads, 10-20 bead caps t ofit beads, 5-10 ft. 24ga wire, 5-10 ft. 20ga wire, 1 clasp,
2ft. chain, Coiling Gizmo, Hammer, Anvil.
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
VINTAGE
STYLE CLUSTER BRACELET (MD/VA)
Create a fun burst of color
and dimension with this vintage inspired bracelet. Learn how to make your own
decorative headpins by use of a simple kitchen torch and how to oxidize silver
to achieve an antique finish. See a sample cluster bracelet on display at
the Tysons store for inspiration.
Supplies: 1’ large link ss
chain; 10 ft SS wire (26, 24, or 22 ga) to make 60 decorative headpins (more wire
may be purchased to make additional headpins for thicker cluster look); clasp
to match; 100 or more assortment of 2-12mm sized crystals, pearls, firepolished
glass, silver, or other beads to fit wire (additional beads and a variety of shapes
and sizes will make a thicker and more interesting bracelet); wire cutters; round
nose pliers; chain nose pliers; kitchen torch and butane (may be purchased
at William Sonoma or any kitchen store). All other supplies provided.
Suggested Prerequisite: Beginning Wire class, but not required.
Cost: $40
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This
Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register.
Tysons
Corner:
Sunday, October 25, 3:00 - 6:00pm
Call
(703) 848-2323 to register.
WIRE
RINGS (MD/VA)
Explore the art of wire wrapped
rings using sterling silver wire, beads and your own creativity. Students
will use a ring mandrel to create at least 3 different style rings. See
examples on display at the Tysons store for inspiration. See example in Baltimore
store.
Supplies: 1 ft 14 ga SS wire; 2 ft 18 ga ss wire; 5 ft 22 ss
wire; 5 ft 24 ga wire; 10 – 20 decorative SS headpins; an assortment of 2-12mm
sized crystals, pearls, firepolished glass, silver, or other beads to fit wire;
wire cutters; round nose pliers; chain nose pliers; ring mandrel and file optional.
Suggested Prerequisite: Beginning Wire class, but not required.
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available
This Session.
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
WIRE
RINGS (DC)
Explore the art of wire wrapped
rings using sterling silver wire, beads and your own creativity. Students
will use a ring mandrel to create at least 3 different style rings.
Supplies:
1 ring mandrell; 1 package each of plated wire or copper, 14 gauge, 18 gauge,
and 22 gauge;
2-4mm beads; 1-6mm bead to fit 22gauge wire; 6-8 glass or crystal beads.
Suggested
Prerequisite: Beginning Wire class, but not required.
Cost:
$35
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
No Class Available This Session.
Call (202) 265-2323 to register.
WIRE
WRAPPED CUFF BRACELET (MD/VA)
Learn new ways of working
with precious metal wire in just two hours. You will create a chic cuff bracelet
embellished with beads. This is not for the faint of heart! There will be lots
of noise and hammering going on as you learn to put the hammer and anvil to good
use constructing a sturdy cuff.
Supplies: 2 ft of 14 ga SS or GF wire,
5 ft of 24 ga SS or GF wire, an assortment of 2-6mm crystals, pearls, silver,
gold, glass or gemstone beads (more variety will make a more interesting bracelet),
wire cutters, chain and round nose pliers, bench block or anvil, chasing hammer.
Teacher will provide bracelet mandrel
Suggested Prerequisite: Basic
wire experience or basic wire class suggested.
Cost: $35
Baltimore: (Cas Webber)
No
Class Available This Session.
Call (410) 837-2323 to register
Tysons Corner: (Amy Allen)
Sunday,
November 29, 4:00 - 6:00pm
Sunday, December
20, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
WONDERFUL
WIRE CROCHET (VA)
Learn the basics of how to
crochet with wire. In class, you will create a woven necklace with strands of
crocheted wire and beads.
Supplies: Large variety of beads
in sizes 4-10mm that coordinate with each other or work in a color scheme (no
large-holed beads!); 15 yd spool of 28ga wire in a color to complement beads;
2ft 22ga wire; 2 small plain cones (20x6mm); clasp of your choice; round-nose
pliers; chain-nose pliers; wire cutters. Crochet hook will be provided for use
during class.
Cost: $45
Tysons Corner: (Jeni
Rico)
Sunday, November 1, 3:00 - 6:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
WOVEN
METAL AND BEADS BRACELET (VA)
Using wire and
beads we will create a free-form woven wire bracelet. This bracelet is meant to
look organic and handmade—perfectionists beware. This class will help students
get comforable with wire working and become less afraid of the medium. We will
learn hammering techniques as well as wire loops and wrapping. Beads are optional,
but bring an assortment of coordinated beads that fit on the thinner wire, if
you plan to use them.
Supplies: (Students can choose sterling
or plated wire.) 1-2 ft 14 or 16-gauge wire 10 ft of 22 or 24 g wire(half hard
if using sterling), chain nose pliers, round nose pliers, wire cutters, chasing
hammer, anvil, assortment of beads 4-16mm (optional).
Cost:
$35
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
Saturday, October 24, 10:30am
- 12:30pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
