TRUNK SHOWS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Don't miss out. Mark your calendars now!
May 18th - 19th: The Bead Goes On will be bringing unusual items from all around the globe along with their Thai silver.
June 1st - 17th: A trunk show box of lucite in bright summer colors and fun shapes.
July (Date TBA): A trunk show box of gorgeous handmade Venetian beads from Italy.
August 10th - 12th: Primitive Earth, leather and chain specialists who will be showing off the new licorice leather and demos on working with leather all day.
Aug 31st - Sept 1st: One Good Bead! will be showing off handmade Kazuri beads from Africa along with other fair trade products.
Welcome!
Welcome to the Star's Beads website. 
Star's Beads has served the Washington, DC Metro Area for 15 amazing years. We're located at 139 A Church Street, NW, Vienna, Virginia about 12 miles from Washington, DC. (Get directions!) We offer 1200 square feet of glass beads, jewelry, freshwater pearls, crystals, seedbeads, and beading classes. We also offer a wide selection of clasps and chain through www.starsclasps.com.
Spring/ Summer 2012 Newsletter
Here's our newsletter about upcoming events and classes. In order to take classes, you must register. Registration begins Monday, May 14th at 10:00 AM.
Classes this Spring/ Summer
This term there are 77 classes, 31 are new! Star is offering the following classes this Spring Session:
Registration Begins!
Monday, May 14th at 10:00 AM.
There are three ways to register. Mail a check with a note designating the class(es) along with your phone number and return information, call 703 938-7018 to register by phone with a credit card, or come in person. A supply list will be given or mailed.
FREE SWAROVSKI BEADS!
Take Classes with Monica Han - our official Swarovski Ambassador! You will get complimentary beads from Swarovski in "A Glimpse of Spring" class (see N1).
CHAIN MAILLE RINGS ARE HERE
For those of you who are taking classes or making chain maille jewelry on your own, you can now find jump rings in a variety of colors, sizes, and gauges. Prices range from $1.59 to $3.49 for 50 rings.
THE FAMILY IS HOME
Some of you were following Star's 33-day cruise on Facebook. She wrote of the passengers' preparation to avoid pirates and her shore excursions in Asia and the Middle East. This was her second trip to Myanmar in four months, and she brought back more Burmese Jade. Check it out now on the front table.
Kay and John are taking a break from vending at trade shows except for the BIG Bead & Button Show in Milwaukee in June and for a brief family visit in Montana in July. Watch for new merchandise from Milwaukee.
CLASSES FOR TEENS
Due to popular demand Star's Beads is now offering classes for teens for the summer. See N6 and N7 for dates and times.
STAR'S CLASPS
All the clasps that you can find on www.starsclasps.com are now in the shop. Customers can receive the same discount as on the web. 20% off when you purchase $100 worth of clasps and/or chain.
Beading Table in the Shop!
Please feel welcome to bring your projects to the shop and bead at the table provided. Enjoy complimentary beading boards, tools, and help from the sales assistants whenever possible! Weekdays are better for more personalized attention from our personnel.
Materials for Classes
Besides the charges listed in this newsletter, most classes also require that the student purchase or bring supplies. A confirmation/supply list is given at the time of registration. The supply needs are included on that sheet. Some classes may also have a supply or kit fee. See below.
Supply and Kit Fees
As you can see from the class listings, many classes have a supply or a kit fee. These fees are payable to the instructor on the day of the class. Most of our instructors are not able to take credit cards for these fees, so we ask that you use cash or checks for payment. Your cooperation is appreciated!
Tools for Classes
We encourage students to purchase or bring their own tools for classes. However, we do have basic tools to loan out to students for use in class. Please arrange for this in the shop prior to the start of the class.
Latecomers
Traffic in our region can be awful! Please allow yourself plenty of time to get to class. Late arrivals make it difficult for our other students and instructors.
Snow Policy
When Fairfax Co. schools are closed, classes are cancelled unless notified otherwise. If it snows on a weekend, we will notify you early if class is cancelled.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 days prior to the class, a check for the cost of the class minus $5.00 will be given. A cancellation without 3 days notice can't be refunded.
This newsletter of classes has been compiled and scheduled by Beverlee Stafford. If you would like to propose a class, please contact her at bjsarlington@aol.com
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Contact Us
139 A Church Street NW
Vienna, VA 22180
Phone: 703-938-7018
Fax: 703-938-0541
Hours
OPEN 7 days a week!
Monday-Friday: 10:00am-6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm-4:00pm