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the class is being held. Washington 202-265-2323,
Baltimore 410-837-2323, Virginia 703-848-2323.
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Prerequisite: Introduction to Chain
Baltimore: (Dotsie
Mack)
No Class Available This Session
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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: Knotting Experience
Baltimore: (Dawn Pietrusko)
Saturday, June 5, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, August 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323..
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).
Virginia: (Sylvia Butler)
Saturday, June 26, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Sunday, July 25, 2:00 - 4:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323
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: Beginning Wire class or previous wireworking experience suggested, but
not required.
Washington: (Kathleen
Manning)
No Class Available This Session
To register call (202) 265-2323
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: 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.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session
To register call (410) 837-2323
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: 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.
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
Sunday, July 18, 4:00 - 6:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323
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:
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.
ANOTHER
CHAIN CLASS (NOT YOUR MAMA'S ROSARY) $35
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads or Wire.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
BEADED CHAIN ID BADGE OR EYEGLASSES HOLDER $35
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
No Class Available
This Session.
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
Prerequisite: No prerequisite, although some basic bead weaving and embroidery experience is helpful.
Baltimore: ( Lynne Hammel)
No Class Available This Session
To register call (410) 837-2323
Learning to do bead embroidery can be one of the most expressive, liberating and satisfying methods of beadwork that you can do. It is like painting with beads, forms create themselves; patterns develop and evolve naturally with the beads. There are very few rules and boundless opportunities. You will be surprised how easy it is to create a fabulous one-of-a- kind cuff bracelet. This class will cover the basics of bead embroidery, foundation, design and use of focal beads and stitches to create a beaded cuff bracelet.
Supplies: brass cuff, 2 inch wide, #10 and #12 beading needles, Fireline #6, crystal or smoke, focal bead(s) or cab, delicas, Czech seed beads, Japanese seed beads or other
beads/stones, E-6000 glue. Instructor will provide necessary foundation and ultra suede.
Baltimore: (Donna
Weiner )
No Class Available
This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323
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.
Tysons Corner: (Nicole
Swiger)
Saturday, June 12, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Thursday, June 24, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Saturday, July 10, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Saturday, August 7, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
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 11 Delicas (Czech seed beads won't work due to their irregularity), bobbin of Nymo D, #10 Beading Needles, Beeswax, Cutters, Bead Mat.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Beading class or experience with jewelry tools.
Washington: (Kathleen
Manning)
Sunday, June 6, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, August 15, 9:00 - 11:00am
To register call (202) 265-2323.
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: 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.
Baltimore: (Katie Poore)
Sunday, June 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, July 17, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Saturday, August 7, 2:00 - 4:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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: 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.
Tysons Corner: (Jeni
Rico)
Saturday, July 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 14, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Sunday, August 29, 4:00 - 6:00pm
To register call (703)
848-2323.
Learn basic wire manipulation to make chains, clasps, and earwires. Master the art of wire wrapping 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: 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.
CHAIN,
SUEDE & BEADS NECKLACE $40
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads class.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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
CHAIN,
WEAVE W/SUEDE & BEADS NECKLACE $35
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads class.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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).
CHAINED
ROSARY / CHAINED NECKLACE $35
Tysons Corner: (Chelle Mohaber)
Saturday, June 12, 3:00 - 5:30pm
Saturday, August 21, 4:00 - 6:30pm
To register call (703) 848-2323
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.
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
Sunday, August 1, 9:00 - 11:00am
To register call (202) 265-2323.
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.
Baltimore:
(Dawn
Pietrusko)
Sunday, June 6, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, July 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, August 8, 11:00am - 1:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Tysons Corner: (Sylvia
Butler)
Sunday, July 18, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Sunday, August 15, 3:00 - 5:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
CROCHET
WITH BEADS NECKLACE $35
Baltimore: (Dawn Pietrusko)
Sunday, June 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, July 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
ELEGANT
WIRE-WORKED ORNAMENTS $35
Tysons Corner:
No Class Available This
Session.
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
Baltimore: (Kimone Kocica)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
Saturday, July 31, 2:00 - 4:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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 supply: 1ft. heavy
cable chain to design a necklace instead of a bracelet.
Virginia: (Chelle Mohaber)
Friday, June 11, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Friday, July 23, 6:00 - 7:30pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
Looking for something different to do with your mates after work? Hammer out stress from the day and unwind your mind as you get instant gratification with this bracelet that is distinctively yours. We will make uniquely shaped links in several sizes using wire working and hammering techniques. We will join these links with a short length of beads and finish with a handmade clasp.
Supplies: Students can use sterling or plated wire, 2 feet of 18-gauge wire,1 yardd of professional quality beading wire, 2 crimp tubes, 5-10 beads assorted sizes (2-12mm), 2-5 charms or dangles
Virginia: (Nicole Swiger)
Sunday, June 13, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Saturday, July 24, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Saturday, August 7, 10:30am - 12:30
To register call (703) 848-2323
Learn two stitches while making one bracelet! This bracelet looks challenging, but in no time you will have mastered the versatile ladder and herringbone stitches and created this intricate modern bracelet. the 4x4 Japanese cube seed beads give a unique look to this bracelet, but are easy to learn with due to their large holes and uniformity! Adapt these techniques to make a wider bracelet or necklace.
Supplies: 1 bobbin of Nymo B, #10 beading needles, 1 tube of size 8 Czech seed beads, 1 or 2 tubes of Japanese 4x4 cube seed beads, cutters, a single-strand clasp, bead mat.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Beading
Baltimore: (Katie Poore)
Saturday, June 19, 11:30 - 2:30pm
Saturday, July 10, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Saturday, August 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323 to register.
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; 2 crimp covers; 2-6 precious metal headpins; 2 earwires, extra beads for earrings, crimping pliers, 1 clasp
Virginia: (Sylvia Butler)
Sunday, August 8, 3:30 - 5:30pm
To register call (410) 837-2323 to register.
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; 2 crimp covers; 2-6 precious metal headpins; 2 earwires, extra beads for earrings, crimping pliers, 1 clasp.
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
Sunday, June 27, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, July 11, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, July 25, 9:00 - 11:00am
Sunday, August 29, 9:00 - 11:00am
To register call (202) 265-2323.
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.
Baltimore: (Dotsie
Mack)
Saturday, June 12, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday, June 26, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday, July 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, July 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, July 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 7, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
Sunday, June 20, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Saturday, June 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Thursday, July 1, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, July 3, 4:00 - 6:00pm
Tuesday, July 20, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Sunday, July 25, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Saturday, July 31, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Tuesday, August 3, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 7, 4:00 - 6:00pm
Sunday, August 15, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Friday, August 20, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Saturday, August 28, 4:00 - 6:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
INTRODUCTION TO CHAINS & BEADS $35
Prerequisite: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from the Introduction to Beading or Wire.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
INTRODUCTION TO CHAIN MAIL JEWELRY $35
Baltimore: (Patrick
Ober)
No classes scheduled this session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Baltimore: (Patrick Ober)
No classes scheduled this session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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)
Baltimore: (Kimone Kocica)
Saturday, July 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 21, 2:00 - 4:00pm
To register call (410) 837 - 2323.
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.
KIDS INTRO TO BEADING (ages 6 – 12) $25
Virginia: (Chelle Mohaber)
Saturday, June 19, 11:00am - 12:00noon
Tuesday, June 29, 12:00 - 1:00pm
Saturday, July 17, 3:00 - 4:00pm
Saturday, August 21, 3:00 - 4:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323
Here’s an introduction to beading class geared towards our younger beaders. Students will make a professional quality bracelet or necklace in class. Just because our students are young, doesn’t mean they have to use low quality stringing materials and techniques. By nature kids can be rougher on jewelry so, we will make bracelets or necklaces that will last!
Supplies: 1 Yard of professional quality beading wire, 2 crimp tubes, 1 clasp set, assorted beads to make a 16-18 inch necklace or a 5-8 inch bracelet.
*** Our sales associates will help you measure your children’s wrists and necks to determine how many beads you will need. If your child is making a necklace, the beads MUST be larger than 6mm. Please allow at least 1 hour before class to choose all the beads and supplies you will need.**
Prerequisite in all locations: Introduction to Beading class.
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (202) 265-2323
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: Bring strands pre-strung on SoftTouch to be combined and finished in class, bead stoppers.
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323
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.
Tysons Corner: (Sylvia Butler)
Sunday, July 25, 4:30 - 6:30pm
To register call (703) 848-2323
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.
Baltimore : (Patrick
Ober)
No classes scheduled this session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
This
advanced 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.
Baltimore: (Donna Weinner)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Baltimore: (Dotsie
Mack)
No
Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
STERLING SILVER BANGLE BRACELET $40
Virginia: (Jeni Rico)
Saturday, July 31, 11:00am - 1:30pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
In this class, we will use 16ga wire and a butane kitchen torch to create 4-5 bangle bracelets. By hammering and/or adding beads, you can add some more interest to your bracelets. All silver cleaning supplies are provided for use during class. Please note that the butane torch and refill are NOT provided - they can be purchased ahead of time at Williams-Sonoma, Target, Home Depot, Amazon.com, or other retailers.
Supplies: 3 feet Sterling Silver 16ga wire, variety of beads to fit on 16ga wire, butane kitchen torch, butane refill, wire cutters, chain nose pliers. Optional: hammer, anvil.
SWAROVSKI
CRYSTAL BRACELET $40
Prerequisite: You will be practicing two techniques in this class. Helpful if you have learned the basics to beading.
Baltimore: (Cas Webber)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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: Helpful if you have practiced techniques from Introduction to Beads or Wire.
Baltimore: (Jo Mirsky)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Baltimore: (Kimone Kocica)
No classes scheduled this session.
To register call (410) 837-2323 to register.
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.
TUBULAR NDEBELE HERRINGBONE AND FRINGE NECKLACE $65
Baltimore: (Pam Jefferies)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Virginia: (Nicole Swiger)
Saturday, July 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323
Tubular peyote stitch is an exciting beading technique using seed beads. After learning the basic even-count peyote stitch, students will master the technique of stitching delicas around a cylindrical tool to make a bracelet. The bracelet will be a spiral design in two contrasting delica colors. Students will attach a clasp and take home their own dazzling new bracelet. The tubular peyote stitch technique can be adapted for other projects such as beaded beads, fringe, or whatever your creative mind can dream up.
Supplies: Cutters, Beeswax, beading mat, size 10 needles, 2 tubes of Japanese Delicas size 11 in contrasting colors, single strand clasp, yard of soft touch, 2 crimp tubes, two bead caps to fit ends of bracelet (these can be purchased during or after class so that you can fit them to the bracelet), crimp covers optional.
TWISTED
WIRE & BEADED CHAIN $35
Baltimore: (Dotsie Mack)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
VINTAGE
STYLE CLUSTER BRACELET $40-$45
Suggested Prerequisite: Beginning Wire class, but not required.
Baltimore: (Dotsie
Mack)
Saturday, August 28, 2:00 - 4:00pm
To register call (410) 837-2323.
Cost: $40 for a 2 hour class
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.
Tysons Corner: (Jeni Rico)
Sunday, June 27, 12:00 - 3:00pm
Sunday, August 8, 12:00 - 3:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
Cost: $45 for a 3 hour class
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.
Baltimore: (Dotsie
Mack)
No
Class Available This Session.
To register call (410) 837-2323
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.
Tysons
Corner: (Jeni
Rico)
Saturday, August 28, 11:00 - 1:00pm
Call (703) 848-2323 to register.
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.
Washington: (Kathleen Manning)
No Class Available This Session.
To register call (202) 265-2323.
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 mandrel; 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.
WIRE
WRAPPED CUFF BRACELET $40
Suggested Prerequisite: Basic wire experience or Beginning Wire class suggested.
Baltimore: (Cas
Webber)
No Class Available This Session
To register call (410) 837-2323.
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.
Tysons Corner: (Sylvia Butler)
Saturday, July 15, 5:00 - 7:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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
Tysons Corner: (Jeni
Rico)
Sunday, June 13, 3:00 - 6:00pm
Saturday, July 24, 11:00 - 2:00pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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.
Tysons Corner: (Chelle
Mohaber)
Saturday, August 14, 4:00 - 6:30pm
To register call (703) 848-2323.
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).
