Basic Beading 101:
Necklace and Bracelet

Price $25
Description:

Begin your beading experience in this fun filled, easy and informative class. You’ll learn how to make professional quality jewelry with design tips. Walk away with a necklace and bracelet that you designed!

Kits are available for this class.

Materials you need to purchase before the class:

Materials that we will provide for you:

Suggestions for Picking Your Materials:

• When picking out your beads have in mind whether you would like a pendant or if you would like the necklace to have the same pattern throughout. 
• If you would like a pendant, select the pendant piece first.  This is most often the largest piece of your necklace and will be the main focus. 
• After you have picked a centerpiece, pick a strand of beads that compliment the focal bead.
• After you have picked the strand of complimentary beads, select a few individual beads to add to the design.
• At this point you are ready to add any silver or gold spacers for accents. 
• After you have picked all of the beads, you will be ready to pick out your clasp.  You can pick from magnetic, lobster, hook and eye, spring clasp, toggle, and “s” hook. If you are unsure which would be best for your beads just ask.
  
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Basic Beading 102:
3 Set Earring Class

Price $25

Description:
These three sets of elegant earrings are just a drop in the ocean to the endless designs you can create after learning this easy technique. From crystals to stone beads to silver or gold accent beads, you can create sensational designs. Find your design voice and have fun.

Kits are available for this class.

Materials you need to purchase before the class:
 

We will provide:

Cutters
Flat nose pliers
Bead mats

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Beading 106: Knotted Pearl Bracelet & Dangle Earrings

Price $25
Descriptions:

Learn how to make classic knotted pearl jewelry.  The technique can also be used with beads of all sorts for interesting and unique jewelry

Kits are available for this class

Materials for both projects:

• 16 inch string of pearls
• A card of Bead Cord Natural Silk No. 3 with attached needle
• Thread Heaven
• Medium French wire, same color as your clasp and ear hooks
• G-S Hypo Cement with precision applicator
• Knotting tweezers or knotting tool

Materials for the Earrings:

• pair of ear hooks or wires to match the bracelet clasp
• instructor will supply 2 pearlized seed beads

Materials for the Bracelet:

• Clasp- suggested- Pearl Clasps, also known as fish hook clasps

Tips:

• If you are planning to also make the Knotted Pearl Necklace, buy at least two strings at the same time so the colors will match.
• When choosing pearls, make sure your thread will go through the holes.  Look at the size of thread they are strung on to get an idea of how small their holes will be.  If your holes are too small pick a smaller size thread. Thread should be small enough to go through the holes twice. But not too small; the knot needs to be bigger than the hole. Freshwater or glass pearls both work well with this project.

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Beading 107:
Double Daisy Chain Bracelets
Price: $25
Class Description:
Who knows how far back in pre-history bead weaving goes, so it has to be good for the creative side of you!  Once you learn how to weave the pattern for this modified daisy bracelet, you can make one from any kinds of beads or crystals you wish.  It is especially elegant with 3mm Swarovski crystals or with the smaller 5mm pearls.   Hint:  try making the 5mm Pearl bracelet first,  it is easier to see the pattern using larger beads.   But of course, Swarovski Crystals have way more bling :)
Materials needed for all bracelets:

7 1/4 inch bracelet with 3mm round Swarovski Crystals:

7 3/4 inch bracelet with 5mm oval Pearls:

Tools we will provide:

• Beading mats
• Design boards
• Scissors
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Beading 108:
Earrings for the Double D Bracelets
Price: $25
Class Description:
Who knows how far back in pre-history bead weaving goes, so it has to be good for the creative side of you!  Once you learn how to weave the pattern for these earrings, you can make them from any kinds of beads or crystals you wish.  They are especially elegant with 3mm Swarovski crystals or with the smaller 5mm pearls.   Hint:  try making the 5mm Pearl earrings first,  it is easier to see the pattern using larger beads.   But of course, the Swarovski Crystals have way more bling :)
Materials needed for all earrings:

Earrings with 3mm round Swarovski Crystals:

Earrings with 5mm oval Pearls:

Tools we will provide:

Beading 110:
Sidewinder Bracelet

Price $25 
Description:

This class will help broaden your horizons on beading ideas. You will discover that using beading wire and crimps can be even more exciting when you weave strands together to make this bracelet. Once you’ve learned the weave, try using different size beads. It’s amazing how different it looks.

Kits are available for this class.
Pre-requisite: Beading 101

Materials Students Need to Purchase:

Materials provided:

Beading 111:
Half Double Strand Necklace and Earrings

Price $25
Description:

In this class you will learn how to make a necklace that incorporates a double strand appearance as the focal portion of the necklace, along with a set of matching earrings. 

Kits are available for this class.
Prerequisite: Beading 101 or Jewelry Design 1

Materials:

2 strands rectangular stone beads
1 strand 8 to 10mm round stone beads
1 package of 4mm Swarovski crystals
Clasp of your choice
Crimp beads
Crimp covers
Wire guards
.015 to .021 beadwire
Headpins, at least 1 ½ inches long
Eyepins, at least 2 inches long
Earwires
Bead stoppers

Note: If you get a lobster style clasp, be sure to get jump rings

Tools needed:
Crimping tool

All other tools will be provided.  If you prefer to bring your own tools, PLEASE label them!

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Beading 113:Crystal & Pearl Bracelet

Price $25
Description:

The silky softness of pearls combined with the sparkle of Swarovski crystals, what more could a girl ask for?  Come see how fun and easy it is to make this glittering treasure!

Kits are available for this class.
Prerequisite: Beading 101 or Jewelry Design 1

Materials:

1 strand top drilled or teardrop pearls
2 packages of 6mm round Swarovski crystals, 12 count
1 package of 4mm round Swarovski crystals
1 package of 3mm round Swarovski crystals
Clasp of your choice
.010 beading wire
1 crimp bead
Bead stoppers - optional but highly recommended

Note: This will make a 7 inch bracelet. 

Tools needed:
Crimping tool

All other tools will be provided.  If you prefer to bring your own tools, PLEASE label them!

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Beading 114:Embelished woven Bracelet Part 1

Class Description:
            You have so many possibilities with this bracelet!  Make it with Christmas or seasonal colors.  Make it with faceted crystals.  Or use round stone, glass, or metal beads.  Make it with your favorite colors.  Or give a gift in someone's favorite colors.  After you make one in class, branch out and make more, adding your own take on embellishments!   
           
Please take note:  this is part 1 of a 2 part project.  In this part you create the basis for part 2.  You must take part 1 first, followed by part 2, to complete your embellished bracelet.   Also, if it's hard for you to see small objects we recommend you bring your own magnifier.

Basic Materials:

• Fine French wire or wire guards
• Single loop box clasp or pearl clasp- pearl clasps are recommended as they have a safety hook
• 8lb Fireline, black or crystal color
• BeadSmith  needles package,  size 10/13
• GS Hypo Cement

Option 1- Using faceted crystals or beads (7" bracelet)

• main color- 134 of 4mm bicones or round faceted crystals
• color # 2- 31 of 4mm bicones or round faceted crystals
• color # 3- 46 of 4mm bicones or round faceted crystals
• embellishment beads- 10 of 6mm round faceted crystals- you can use all the same color, or some of color # 2 and some of color # 3
• seed beads to compliment your embellishment beads

OR- Option 2- Using round beads (7" bracelet)

• main color- 134 of 4mm beads- use either metal or stone/glass beads
• color # 2- 31 of 4mm stone/glass beads
• color # 3- 46 of 4mm stone/glass beads
• embellishment beads- 10 of 6mm round faceted stone/glass beads
• seed beads to compliment your embellishment beads

Tools we will provide:
Beading mats, Tape measure, Scissors
Note:  if you bring your own tools, please put your name on them

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Beading 115:Embelished woven Bracelet Part 2

Class Description:
            You have so many possibilities with this bracelet!  Make it with Christmas or seasonal colors.  Make it with faceted crystals.  Or use round stone, glass, or metal beads.  Make it with your favorite colors.  Or give a gift in someone's favorite colors.  After you make one in class, branch out and make more, adding your own take on embellishments!   
           
Please take note:  this is part 2 of a 2 part project.  In this part you will add the clasp and embellishments. You must take part 1 first, followed by part 2, to complete your embellished bracelet.   Also, if it's hard for you to see small objects we recommend you bring your own magnifier.

Basic Materials:

• Fine French wire or wire guards
• Single loop box clasp or pearl clasp- pearl clasps are recommended as they have a safety hook
• 8lb Fireline, black or crystal color
• BeadSmith  needles package,  size 10/13
• GS Hypo Cement

Option 1- Using faceted crystals or beads (7" bracelet)

• main color- 134 of 4mm bicones or round faceted crystals
• color # 2- 31 of 4mm bicones or round faceted crystals
• color # 3- 46 of 4mm bicones or round faceted crystals
• embellishment beads- 10 of 6mm round faceted crystals- you can use all the same color, or some of color # 2 and some of color # 3
• seed beads to compliment your embellishment beads

OR- Option 2- Using round beads (7" bracelet)

• main color- 134 of 4mm beads- use either metal or stone/glass beads
• color # 2- 31 of 4mm stone/glass beads
• color # 3- 46 of 4mm stone/glass beads
• embellishment beads- 10 of 6mm round faceted stone/glass beads
• seed beads to compliment your embellishment beads

Tools we will provide:
Beading mats, tape measure, and scissors
If you bring your own tools, please put your name on them

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Beading 116:Knotted Pearl Necklace
Price: $25
Description:

Learn how to make classic knotted pearl jewelry.  The technique can also be used with beads of all sorts for interesting and unique jewelry. 

Materials for the necklace:

• one 16 inch string of pearls if only taking the necklace class
• two 16 inch strings of pearls if also taking the bracelet and earrings class
• Clasp- suggested- Pearl Clasps, also known as fish hook clasps
• A card of Bead Cord Natural Silk No. 3 with attached needle
• Thread Heaven
• Medium French wire, same color as your clasp and ear hooks
• G-S Hypo Cement with precision applicator
• Knotting tweezers or knotting tool

If you are also taking the Bracelet and Earrings class, buy matching supplies now:

• Clasp- suggested- Pearl Clasps, also known as fish hook clasps
• pair of ear hooks or wires to match the bracelet clasp
• instructor will supply 2 pearlized seed beads

 
Tips:

• If you are planning to also make all three Knotted Pearl pieces, buy at least two strings at the same time so the colors will match.
• When choosing pearls, make sure your thread will go through the holes.  Look at the size of thread they are strung on to get an idea of how small their holes will be.  If your holes are too small pick a smaller size thread. Thread should be small enough to go through the holes twice. But not too small; the knot needs to be bigger than the hole. Freshwater or glass pearls both work well with this project.

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Beading 117:Wired Pendant Necklace

Price $25

Description:
In this class you will create a complimentary necklace for the wired pendant you made in Wire Working 107- the Wire Wrapped Pendant class.

Materials for the necklace:

Materials we will provide:

Suggestions for picking your materials:
Pick out beads that compliment your pendant rather than over power it.  You want the pendant to be the focal point of your necklace.  You will be using metal beads as accents in your necklace, to pick up on and compliment your pendant.  If you are not sure if you will want to use larger or smaller metal beads, bring both and try them to see which ones you like best.  It's always better to end up with extra beads etc than run out before you complete the look you want for your necklace.

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Beading 120:
Lantern Earrings

 Price $25
Prerequisite: Beading 101

These cute earrings and pendant can easily be made to match the Pyramid Bracelet, or can be worn to stand on their own.  However you choose to wear them, they will certainly get you noticed! 

Materials kits are available for this class.

Materials:

30 6 mm Swarovski bicone crystals - works best with 3 or 4 colors
26 sterling silver 3mm beads
4 sterling silver crimp tubes
4 sterling silver crimp covers
2 sterling silver ear wires
2 sterling silver wire guards
Nylon coated beading wire .012 to .015 diameter

Optional:
6 sterling silver 3mm corrugated beads

Tools Needed: 
Crimping Pliers
All others will be provide 

Note:  This project works best with bicone style Swarovski crystals, but can be made with round crystals or even glass bicone beads. 
Most items are sold in quantities of 10 or more.  Extra supplies purchased can always be used for future projects. 

Optional, you may choose to use a 8mm crystal for the inside of the lantern. 

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Beading 121:
Pyramid Bracelet
Price $25
Prerequisites: Beading 101
OR JD #1

Pyramid Bracelet Material List

1 3 strand SS clasp
6 SS wire guards
6 SS crimp tubes
6 SS 3mm round plain or corrugated beads
12 SS 3 hole spacer bars
66 6mm crystals  (example: red, white, green or all one color...)
12 4mm crystals
.014 nylon coated wire
Bead Stoppers

Tools Needed:
Crimping Pliers
All others will be provided
NOTE:  If you bring your own tools PLEASE label them.

Pyramid Earrings Material List

30 6 mm bicone crystals  (choice of colors to match bracelet)
20 SS 3mm beads
6 3mm SS corrugated beads
4 SS crimp tubes
4 SS crimp covers
.014 nylon coated wire

Tools Needed: 
Crimping Pliers
All others will be provide

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Beading 122:
Crystal & Pearl Necklace

Price $25
Description:

Pearls were once the gems of Royalty, found only rarely and thus very expensive.  Modern technology has led to the development of cultured pearls, thus making them more readily available and much more affordable, while still maintaining a high standard of quality.  In this class, you will make a stunning necklace out of pearls and Swarovski crystals.

Kits are available for this class. 
Prerequisite: Beading 101 or Jewelry Design 1

Materials:

3 strands top drilled or teardrop pearls
2 or 3 packages of 6mm Swarovski crystals, rounds and/or bicones 
4 packages of 4mm Swarovski crystals
1 pack of flat Czech glass spacers, 50 or 100 count
34 3mm spacer beads, these can be metal, glass, or crystal
2 sterling silver crimp beads
1 sterling silver clasp or toggle - if you opt for a lobster style clasp, make sure to buy jump rings
.012 nylon coated beading wire
Bead stoppers

Tools needed:
Crimping tool

All other tools will be provided.  If you prefer to bring your own tools, PLEASE label them!

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Beading 123:
Copper Clusters

Price $25
Description:

Copper has been used in jewelry making for thousands of years.  Come see how fun and easy it is to make this charming choker out of copper and stone beads. 

Kits are available for this class.
Prerequisite Beading: 101 or Jewelry Design 1

Materials:

36 beads of your choice, preferably in 4 different colors.  Choose beads that compliment copper.  You may use different sizes, or you can have them all the same size.  These beads will make the clusters.
10 copper spacer beads with holes large enough to fit all 4 bead wires through. 
1 large copper toggle
1 package Extra Large/3mm gold plated crimp beads.  The crimps need to be large enough to fit 8 bead wires.
1 package of 4mm copper crimp covers
Soft Flex Medium Copper Nylon Coated Wire. 
Bead stoppers
Mighty Crimp Tool

Note: This will make a 16 inch necklace.  For a longer necklace, use more bead clusters and spacer beads.

All other tools will be provided.  If you prefer to bring your own tools, PLEASE label them!

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Wire Working 101: Intro to Wire Working

Price $25
Description:

In this class you will learn about the differences in wire gauges and hardness, the tools used for most wire working, with the focus of the class being on learning and perfecting the techniques of simple and wire wrapped loops. You will learn how to make beaded links which are used to make earrings, necklaces and bracelets. You will also learn how to make a hook & eye clasp.

Kits are available for this class

Materials:

For the earrings:

Tools needed for the class:

Tools will be provided, but you may opt to bring your own. If you do choose to bring your own tools, PLEASE label them!

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Wire Working 102
Ear Wires, Earrings, & Fancy Headpins

Price $25
In this class you will learn how to make your own ear wires, which can easily be customized to match your favorite outfits or make truly unique pieces of jewelry.  You will also learn how to make fancy headpins, which can be used either to make ear wires or unique beaded dangles for earrings or necklace charms. 

This class focuses on 22g and 20g sterling silver wire because it doesn’t have a coating that is easily marred or scraped off like the colored copper. 

Kit are available for purchase for this class in limited quantities.

Materials List:

Note, the wire listed will make 2 sets of ear wires, and 3 sets of headpins.  If you wish to make more components, please buy additional wire.

Tools provided for classroom user are:
Round nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Chain nose pliers
Wire cutters
Nylon jaw pliers
Chasing hammer and anvil

Students are encouraged to bring their own tools, but we ask that you label them. 

Optional tools recommend but not provided are:
Flush cutters
Thing-A-Ma-Jig
Ball point pen or mechanical pencil
Small file to remove the sharp edges off the ear wires

Wire Working 103
Cascading Lariat Necklace

Price $25
Description:

Create an easy to make and easy to wear sensational necklace that can be made in so many different ways. As you choose what suits you, whether it’s a cascading effect or a cluster, the end result will be your masterpiece.

Kits are available for this class

Materials you will need to buy:

• 3 feet Sterling Silver Chain
• 40 – 50 beads of your choice sizes 3-8mm
• 40 – 50 1-2inch Sterling Silver headpins

Materials we will provide:

• Tools
• Beading Mats

Wire Working 104:
Crystal Embelished chain necklace

Price $25
Description:

Jewelry has long been a favored form of personal expression.  Come see how easy it is to make a one of a kind piece of jewelry out of a few easily obtainable materials.  Due to the individual nature of stone beads, your finished necklace will be a unique original. 

Kits are available for this class.
Prerequisite: Wire Working 101

Materials:
2 or 3 feet of sterling silver link chain.  The chain needs to have links that you can thread wire through.
1 foot 22 gauge sterling silver wire, soft
Open jump rings or split rings
Lobster clasp
At Least 20 sterling silver headpins or ball pins, 1 ½ inch or longer. 
1 strand of large beads, about 12 to 15mm in length.  You will need 1 for the pendant, but can use more if you’d like.
2 packages of 6mm Swarovski bicone crystals, colors to match bead
1 package of  4mm Swarovski bicone crystals, colors to match bead. 
Sterling silver beads, 4 to 8mm in size
Small sterling silver daisy spacers

Note, you may use more crystals if you like, but you will need a number of pins equal to the number of crystals you use.  The example necklace is 20 inches long, but yours can be any length you like.  Keep this in mind when buying your chain.

Tools needed:
Chain nose pliers - will be provided
Round nose pliers - will be provided
Wire cutters - will be provided, but it is recommended to invest in a good pair of bead nippers.           

NOTE:  If you bring your own tools PLEASE label them.

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Wire Working 105 - Crystal Wrapped Hoop Earrings

Price $25
Description:
Pre-requisite: Wire working 101

Learn how to make your own hoop style earrings and add your own personal twist by adding crystals in your favorite colors. Customize them to your favorite outfit, your favorite holiday, or as a gift.

This is an easy class, but it does involve manipulating heavier gauge wire.

Kits are available for this class

Materials you need to purchase before the class
• 1 foot 16 gauge sterling silver wire, preferably half hard round, but soft will work
• 1 foot 20 gauge round half hard sterling silver wire, OR 1 foot 22 gauge round half hard wire
• 5 feet 24 gauge round half hard sterling silver wire
• 2 packs 4mm Swarovski crystals - you will need at least 24 crystals
• Thing-A-Ma-Jig

Tools:
Students need to provide their own Jigs
We will provide the basic classroom tool kits, chasing hammers, and anvils.

Students may wish to bring their own tool kits, but please remember to label your own tools!

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Wire Working 106 - Celtic Spirals Cuff Bracelet
Price - $25
Prerequisite: Wire Working 101

Description:

This Celtic inspired design is relatively simple to make. While this bracelet can be made from sterling silver, gold filled, natural copper, or colored copper wire, it IS made from heavier gauge wire and will require some hand strength in manipulating the wire.

Materials kits will be packaged from sterling silver wire.

Materials needed:
4 feet of 16 gauge wire
6 feet of 24 gauge wire

Tools:
Basic classroom tool kits, as well as chasing hammers and anvils will be provided
Students may wish to use their own tools, but we ask that you label your own tools.

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Wire Working 107 - Celtic Spirals Cuff Bracelet
Price - $25

Description:

You can wire wrap almost any kind of stone to make a pendant.  When you are starting out it will be easier for you to use smooth, regular shaped stones.  They can be either drilled (have a hole through them) or undrilled (cabochons.) 
Later on if you want to, you can use the skills you learn in this class to wrap a larger stone that you found on a walk in the Grand Canyon or someplace really neat like that.
Materials for the pendant:

• a larger stone, at least 35mm long, that really appeals to you
• a spool of 18g Beadcraft copper wire, natural color, tarnish resistant
• a spool of 22g Beadcraft copper wire, natural color, tarnish resistant
• 3mm round copper beads- 3-5 for your pendant, more for your necklace

Suggestions for your first project:

Use copper wire for your first pendant.  When you feel confident enough, branch out into using silver or gold wire.  Copper wire is much more forgiving of multiple bendings when you change your mind.  Silver and gold are more brittle and break after the third bend.  18g and 22g copper wire can be used for all sorts of projects and are a good material to keep in your beading toolbox.  For instance, using your Thing A Ma Jig, you can make ear hooks from the 22g wire.

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Wire Working 108:
Valentine's Necklace
Price $25

Description:

Do you want to create something truly unique for yourself or that extra special someone?  If so, then this is the class for you! 

Kits are available for this class. 
Prerequisite: Wire Working 101

Materials:
2 or 3 feet of sterling silver heart link chain. 
Open jump rings or split rings
Sterling silver heart clasp, lobster claw style
At Least 7 packages of sterling silver headpins, 1 ½ inch or longer, 24 gauge. 
At Least 11 packages of 4mm Swarovski crystals, various shades of pink

Tools needed:
Chain nose pliers - will be provided
Round nose pliers - will be provided
Wire cutters - will be provided, but it is recommended to invest in a good pair of bead nippers.            

NOTE:  If you bring your own tools PLEASE label them.
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Wire Working 109:
Duet Bracelet & Earrings
Price $25

Description:

In This class you will learn two easy methods to make your own chains. You will also learn to make your own earring findings. Take this class with a friend or family member for double the fun!

It is recommended that you take Wire Working 101 before taking this class.

Complete instructions are handed out during class.

KITS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL CLASSES

Materials List:

Beadcraft copper wire, natural color, tarnish resistant:
4ft of 18 gauge
1ft of 20 gauge

1 copper toggle, bright color
20 copper jump rings, bright color, size 5mm, 6mm or 7mm

1 strand of larger beads
1 strand of smaller beads that are complimentary to the larger beads

We recommend you purchase the Thing-A-Ma-Jig

Tools we will supply:
Basic tool kit
Design boards
Chasing hammer and anvil.

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Wire Working 110:
Pendant, Necklace & Earrings
Price $25

NECKLACE
Metallics Softflex wire, copper color, size Fine
2mm round copper beas – 2 pkgs of 20 each
Copper toggle – 1
Copper plated wire guards – 2
Copper crimps
Copper crimp covers – 2
5mm round copper beads 1 pkg of 10 or more
Stone beads of your choice – look at the sample showcase for ideas
(if you are also making the Duet bracelet you can use stones bought for that class)

PENDANT
Large stone bead – see above for selection
3” copper head pins – 2
5mm round copper bead – 1

EARRINGS
Beadcraft copper wire, natural color, tarnish resistant: 1ft of 20 gauge
(you can buy already made copper ear wires but still need the copper wire)
5mm copper open jump rings - 4

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Wire Working 111:
Spring Blooms Necklace & Bracelet

Price $25
Description: How would you like to have a custom designed set of jewelry for your favorite outfit?  Would you like to design a necklace to match your unique personality, or create something eye catching for a special friend?  Then this class is for you!  Come join us to see how you can use colored wire and crystals to make fun, unique, and dazzling jewelry.

Prerequisite: Wire Working 101
Materials kits are available for this class

Materials:
1 roll of 20 gauge copper wire - colored or natural color
4 packs of 8mm Czech glass rondelles in 4 different colors to match or compliment your wire
4 packs of round 6mm Swarovksi crystals in 4 colors to match or compliment your wire (10 per pack, total of 34 crystals used in sample)
4 packs of round 4mm Swarovski crystals in 4 colors to match or compliment your wire (20 per pack, total of 17 used in sample)
Thing-A-Ma-JIG
Optional, 18 gauge wire for the clasp
If you want more color, get additional colors of Czech glass and crystals
You may opt to use 20 gauge sterling silver or gold filled wire.  Sample necklace is roughly 24 inches long, so please plan to use at least 5 feet of wire.
Thing-A-Ma-JIG is needed to make this project.  If you have it already, please bring it.  If you don't have one, you will need to buy it.  
Tools:
Wire cutters
Chain nose pliers
Round nose pliers
Hammer and Anvil

Classroom tool kits will be provided, but if you prefer to use your own tools, please label them!

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Wire Working 113:
Linked Heart & Bracelet Earrings

Price $25

This cute and charming bracelet is sure to get you noticed.  While the display is all one color, you can easily make it with colored wire for a truly unique look.  This adorable bracelet can easily be made longer for an anklet or necklace, or you can use it as a base for a charm bracelet. 

Prerequisite: Wire Working 101

Materials kits are available for this class.

Materials:
6 feet of 16 gauge round soft sterling silver wire (product code H)
2 feet 18 gauge round soft sterling silver wire  (product code I)
Ear wires 
18 gauge sterling silver open jump rings


Tools:
Classroom tool kits will be provided
Chasing hammers and anvils will also be provided

If you prefer to use your own tools, please label them!

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Wire Working 114 - Easy Link Chain Necklace and Earrings

Price $25

In this class you will learn how to make “easy link” connectors, which will then be used to make your very own chain necklace.  Add in some beaded links and dangles, and you have your very own unique and individual design.  You can further customize your look by using colored copper wire to match or accent your beads.  This is a fun and easy project!

Prerequisite: Wire Working 101

Materials kits are available for this class.

Materials:
1 foot 16 gauge round soft sterling silver wire  (product code H)
3 or 4 feet 22 gauge round sterling silver wire (product code K)
6 or 7 feet of 18 or 20 gauge soft round sterling silver (product code I or J) wire OR 4 or 5 rolls of 18 or 20 gauge colored copper wire in different colors
Fancy bead caps, enough so that you have 2 per bead
1 strand beads of your choice - make sure the holes are large enough for 22 gauge wire to pass through.  You will need at least 9 beads for this project.
Ear wires
18 gauge sterling silver open jump rings

Tools that will be provided:
Wire cutters
Round nose pliers
Chain nose pliers
Chasing hammer and anvil 

If you prefer to use your own tools, please label them!

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Wire Working 115:
Chain Maille Bracelet

Price: $25

Description:
Chain Maille has been around for centuries, starting out as medieval armor, but in recent years has been a popular technique in jewelry making. This bracelet is one of the easiest forms of chain maille, using two colors to define the pattern.

Materials:
150-170 5mm 22g silver jump rings
111- 126 5mm 22g gold jump rings
1 three loop slider clasp

Provided:
Chain nose pliers
Bent nose pliers
Bead mat

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Wire Working 116:
Getting to Know Your Jig

Price $25

Description:
Now that you’ve bought a wire shaping jig, you want to know how to use it.  This class will answer that question and cover some more hints and tips.  In this class you will also lean how to make your own wire components and then assemble them into your very own piece of jewelry. 

Prerequisite:
Wire Working 101 is strongly advised.

Materials kits are available for this class.

Materials:
Thing-A-Ma-Jig or a wire shaping jig
A roll of 20 gauge copper practice wire
1 pack of 6mm or 8mm round Swarovski crystals
8 feet of soft round sterling silver 18 gauge wire

Tools:
Wire cutters
Chain nose pliers
Round nose pliers
Classroom tool kits will be provided, but you will need to supply your own wire jig.  If you prefer to use your own tools, please label them! 

Note:  The sample necklace is 18 inches long.  If you want a longer necklace, buy an additional foot of wire.

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Wire Working 117:
Serpentine Coil Links

Prerequisites: W101

Price $25
Description:

Impress your friends with your jewelry making talents!  Learn the technique for making and connecting the coil links and you can make a bracelet, earrings, even a necklace!  Learn with copper wire in any color and once you have mastered the technique, try making it in precious metal for a stunning and unique piece of jewelry.

Please note: Wire Working 101 is a pre-requisite for this class.

Materials you will need to buy:

• 45ft 18g copper wire
• 6in 20g copper wire for earwires- or- buy already made ear wires
• 2 4mm round copper beads- optional for the earrings
• copper toggle clasps for bracelet and necklace
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Materials we will be providing:

• Bead mats
• Tools (Wire cutter, round nose pliers, chain nose pliers)

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Wire Working 118
Memory Wire Bracelet, with Earrings

Prerequisites: W101

Price $25
Description:

Bracelets with Bling! Impress your friends with your jewelry making talents! Make bracelets and earrings to go with your favorite holiday outfit, or for your family and friends! A quick and easy class J After this class, if you want to you can also buy necklace sized memory wire and make an entire matching set!
Please note: Wire Working 101 is not required for this class, but it is a good idea to take it before taking any other wire working classes.

Materials you will need buy: see showcase sample for ideas-

4 complementary strands of Czech glass beads, or other beads of your choice-as below
Color A-14 faceted Czech glass beads, 14mm diameter- this is the main color
Color B-13 faceted Czech glass beads,6mm diameter, to compliment the 14mm beads
Color C-13 faceted Czech glass beads, 6mm diameter, to compliment both of above
Color D-2 faceted Czech glass beads, 6mm diameter, the same color as the main beads
1 package bracelet size memory wire, gold or silver color, to go with the color beads you select for your bracelet.
20 gold or silver color filigree beads, 7mm diameter
18 gold or silver color washers, 6mm diameter
24 gold or silver color fancy beads, 4mm diameter
4 gold or silver color head pins, 2 ½ to 3 inches long
1 pair gold or silver color ear hooks or wires

Suggested tools purchase:

Hard Wire Cutter-if you love making memory wire jewelry this is a must have tool memory wire is so hard it will ruin your regular wire cutters.

Materials we will be providing:

Bead mats and beading tools kits
Hard Wire Cutter

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Wire Working 119
Festive Wire Charm Bracelet

Cost: $25, excluding materials
Prerequisite: Wire Working 101

This charming bracelet is relatively simple to make, and can easily be customized to match a favorite outfit.  Make it out of your favorite colors for an everyday addition to your wardrobe. 

This class involves working with heavier gauge wire and a wire shaping jig.  Please be aware that Wire Working 101 is required as a prerequisite. 

Kits are available for purchase for this class in limited quantities.

Materials List:
10 feet of 18 gauge wire - sample is shown in two colors of copper
2 packs of 6mm round Swarovski crystals - total of 14 crystals shown in sample
Thing-A-Ma-Jig or other wire shaping jig.

Please note that a jig is required for this class.  This is a recommended tool for those serious about wire shaping. 

Tools provided for classroom use are:
Round nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Chain nose pliers­
Wire cutters
Nylon jaw pliers

Students are encouraged to bring their own tools, but we ask that you label them. 

Note: Preassembled Kits will contain enough materials to assemble the example shown.  Students are responsible for purchasing extra materials in order to accommodate any changes or embellishments they wish to make.  Students wishing to make a larger bracelet are responsible for purchasing additional materials.­­ 

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Wire Working 120
Wire Wrapped Stone Rings

Cost: $25, excluding materials

Class available in December

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Jewelry Design 1
First, the Basics

Jewelry Design 2
Price $25

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Jewelry Design 3
Double Strand Necklace
Price $25

Multiple strand necklaces are extremely popular.  In this class you will learn how to design and make a double strand necklace.  Unleash your creativity and find out how fun and easy it is to create colorful masterpieces!
Materials kits are available for this class.

Materials:

1 strand faceted drop style beads, tip or side drilled
2 strands of beads to match or compliment the faceted drop beads
Sterling silver, silver plated, gold plated, or vermeil spacer beads, 4 to 6mm in size, 36 or more
4mm round Swarovski crystals, at least 3 packs of 20 count
6mm round Swarovski crystals, at least 2 packs of 10 count
Wire guards Sterling silver, silver plated, gold plated, or vermeil clasp
Crimp beads
Crimp covers
Nylon coated bead wire, .015 diameter. 
Bead stoppers

Tools needed:
Crimping tool

All other tools will be provided.  If you prefer to bring your own tools, PLEASE label them!



Note: These materials will make an 18 inch inner strand and a 20 inch outer strand.  For longer necklaces you may need to purchase additional materials.  The matching bracelet was made with extra beads after completing the necklace. 

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Jewelry Design 4
Creative Concepts

Price $25

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Jewelry Design 5

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Bead Weaving 101
Daisy Chain

Description
Beginner Level
Fun, easy and adorable daisy designs. This is a perfect beginners project. Start with
 this simple friendship bracelet, later  make a necklace to match.

Materials
Bead pad
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (flower color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (stem color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (center of flower color)
Clasp
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose contrasting colors, this will make weaving through you design much easier.
Use white thread for lighter colored beads and black thread for darker colors.

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Bead Weaving 102
Ladder Stitch

Description
Beginner Level
 A simple design with dramatic effect. Learn this method of the ladder stitch and create your own  imaginative  pieces.  This is a great beginner project  that is delicate and dressy.

Material
Bead mat
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (main color)
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (accent color)
1 strand size 6mm bead
Clasp
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose contrasting colors, this makes weaving through your beads much easier.
 For your 6mm bead you can use anything from glass to stone. Diamond, round , or cut  work real well. 
Then choose seed bead colors that compliment your 6mm bead selection.

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Bead Weaving 103
Pansy Bracelet

Description
Beginner Level
Get excited about the endless possibilities working with seed beads!  Learn this fun loop pedal design using size 11 seed beads. You will also learn how to add a clasp using thread, tie off and hide your thread.

Material
Bead mat
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (flower color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (center of flower)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (stem color)
Clasp
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose colors that are high in contrast, this makes weaving through your design much easier. 
Use white thread for lighter colored beads and black thread for darker colors.

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Bead Weaving 104
Zig Zag Net Bracelet

Description
Intermediate Level
This is a Native American bead weaving design  made from a double zigzag pattern. Learn this basic design then  use it as a stepping stone to incorporate into other projects.

Material
Bead mat
Scissors
Size D Nymo beading thread
Size 10/13 beading needle
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (main color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (accent color)
2-strand Clasp
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose contrasting colors, this makes weaving through your design much easier.
Choose white thread for lighter color designs and black thread for darker colors.

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Bead Weaving 105
Keepsake Ornament

Description
Intermediate Level
This cute keepsake ornament is a great addition to your holiday decorations or to make as a gift. Learn how to increase and decrease your beads to enclose an object. You will also be learning the basics of making a dangle that can be incorporated into a number of projects.

Material
Bead pad
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (main color)
1 hand or tube size 11 seed beads (accent color)
1 strand 6mm bead
1 strand 8mm bead
1 miniature Christmas ornament
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Pick out your ornament first , then choose beads to go with your color scheme.
Choose contrasting colors, this will make weaving through you design much easier.
If  your ornament will be exposed to sunlight avoid beads that fade, such as color lined or dyed beads.
Your 6mm and 8mm can be any shape as long as there is a hole from top to bottom. If you use a drop shape with the hole going through the side, the drop will have to hang on the bottom of you dangles.

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Bead Weaving 106
Leafy Vine Earrings

Description
Beginner Level
Fun and cute earrings. In this class you will be learning how to weave in and out of your  base row. The base row in this design is the vine.

Materials
Bead mat
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (vine color)
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (leaf color)
2 Earring wires
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose contrasting colors, this will make weaving in and out of your design much easier.
Choose white thread for lighter colored beads and black thread for darker colors. Or choose a thread color that matches one of your bead colors.

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Bead Weaving 107:
Leafy Vine Necklace

Description
Intermediate Level
I recommend taking the Leafy Vine Earring class before signing up for this one. You will be learning how to weave in and out of a base row. The base row in this design is the vine.

Material
Bead mat
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (vine color)
1 hank or tube size 11 seed beads (leaf color)
Clasp
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose contrasting colors, this will make weaving through your design much easier.
Choose white thread for lighter colored beads and black thread for darker colors. Or choose a thread color that matches one of your bead colors.

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Bead Weaving 108
Snowflake

Description
Intermediate Level
This is an intermediate  class. If you have not done seed bead work, I recommend starting with the beginner classes. We will be weaving in and out of this design on every row. I will also be showing you how to stiffen you project to keep it from drooping.

Material
Bead mat
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11(main color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (accent color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (accent color 2)
Clear fingernail polish

Tips
This design can be done with 2 colors, the 3rd color is optional.
Choose contrasting colors, this will make weaving in and out of your beads easier.
Your thread will be showing in this design, so choose white for lighter colored beads, black for darker colors or a color that matches one of  your bead colors.                                                                          

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Bead Weaving 109
Double Daisy Vine bracelet

Description
Intermediate Level
This is an intermediate class. I recommend taking the 101 daisy chain class before signing up for this one. We will be starting with the vine in the center of this design first, then weaving in and out of the vine to add the daisies.

Material
Bead mat
Scissors
Size 10/13 beading needle
Size D Nymo beading thread
1 hank or tube seed  beads size 11 (vine color 1)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (vine color 2)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (flower color)
1 hank or tube seed beads size 11 (center flower color)
Clasp
Clear finger nail polish

Tips
Choose contrasting colors, this will make weaving in and out of your design much easier.
I like using a dark green and light green for the vine or can go with one color. I will leave that up to you.
Your thread will be showing in this design, so choose white thread for lighter colored beads, black for darker colors or a color that matches your flower color.

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