Bangles Galore – O2

Wear one or more of these brick stitch bangles, made with a clasp or beaded closure. Vary your colors and embellishments for elegance or whimsy.

June 22 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Linda Spiegel, instructor

Basic Peyote Bracelet - 03

Learn to do the flat peyote stitch and create a unique bracelet or necklace by rolling your stitches into cylinder shaped beads and stringing them into a design of your choice. This is a good class for beginners and others who want to learn an easy way to make beaded beads.

June 17 Tues. 1:00-4:00 $23.00

July 27 Sun. 12:00-3:00

Aug. 13 Wed. 6:00-9:00

Paulette Baron, instructor

Beaded Bracelet O4

Design possibilities abound when you know this technique. Make a peyote stitch base with a button and loop closure. Embellish with beads in color or theme of your choice.

June 21 Sat. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

Linda Spiegel, instructor

A Beading Primer – The All Inclusive Course - O5

In just five short weeks, get all the basics you need to start making all kinds of jewelry. A different project every week, lots of packed information about today’s hottest styles – whether it be beads, crystals, pearls, silver, semi-precious stones, etc – to incorporate into your designs. You will also learn about tools, design references, and get to know what is in your local bead store. (5 sessions)

June. 18 Wed. 6:00-8:00 & $100.00

June 25 Wed. 6:00-8:00 &

July 2 Wed. 6:00-8:00 &

July 9 Wed. 6:00-8:00 &

July 16 Wed. 6:00-8:00

Brenda Reagan, instructor/$25 kit fee payable to instructor at the first session

Beading Basics - O6

This class is geared to the beginner or to anyone who wants to learn the correct way to string and finish a beading project. Students will make a memory wire bracelet and a necklace using flexwire and crimps. The use of bead tips and bead cones for multi-strand necklaces will also be discussed and demonstrated, but students may have to finish those projects at home. Kit will include enough materials for bracelet and 3 necklaces.

June 15 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

July 6 Sun. 12:00-4:00

Aug. 17 Sun. 12:00-4:00

Sept. 7 Sun. 12:00-4:00

Beverlee Stafford, instructor/$24.00 kit fee payable to instructor on day of class

Beads and Ribbon – O7

Make a pretty and unique choker or cuff using right angle weave. “Ribbon” or ultra-suede cord is then woven through a bead-sewn frame. Good for beginners!

June 5 Thurs. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

Akiko Kimura, instructor

Curved Sieve Necklace - O8

This is a design from Japan. Fill a curved sieve with leaves, flowers and assorted beads. Braid a three-strand cord and attach cones and a clasp.

May 29 Thurs. 10:00-2:00 $40.00

Laura Beaty, instructor

Early Blooming Pin - O9

Using very fine gauge wire and 3 mm crystals, make a cute pin that you can put on your jacket or collar. You can make a smaller one for a ring or to embellish a pendant.

June 13 Fri. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Akiko Kimura, instructor

Earring Making - O10

Learn to design and make several styles of earrings. Begin with a simple earring and learn how to make a variety of designs, including a chandelier. Take home instructions for many other designs. Good for beginners.

July 2 Wed. 7:00-10:00 $30.00

Beverlee Stafford, instructor/$15.00 kit fee payable to instructor on day of class

Easy Wire Earrings O11

With a length of sterling silver or gold-filled half-hard wire, make a pair of ear wires to show off your favorite beads – you know those ones (amongst many) that you have wanted to use but never got around to… maybe they are left-over or strays.

June 6 Fri. 1:00-4:00 $30.00

Diane Dennis, instructor

Faceted Glass Bracelet and Earrings - O12

This class is geared toward the beginning bead artist who wants to learn and practice wire wraps. This technique is one of the basic skills used in beading. In class we will make at least 40 of them for this lovely bracelet and earrings.

June 8 Sun. 12:00-3:00 $30.00

July 23 Wed. 6:00-9:00

Linda Lumbert, instructor/$29.00 kit fee payable to instructor on day of class

Free-Style Wire Wrap Necklace - O13

The advantage of this class is that you can use your leftover beads and can finish a necklace in class. Variations to this design will be taught in class. You can even make a ring using this technique.

May 27 Tues. 10:00-2:00 $40.00

Akiko Kimura, instructor

Hand Woven Treasure Bracelet - O14

Learn a cord weaving technique with your fingers that will create a variety of necklaces or bracelets from simple to complex; from a few beads, charms or your favorite buttons to hundreds of pieces. The instructor says that this is an addictive and easy way to make a bracelet. The results are unbelievable.

June 26 Thurs. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Laura Beaty, instructor

Intro to Viking Knit - O15

One of the oldest known forms of knitting, Viking Knit is a looping technique done without needles. Viking knit is painless and simple but gives you elegant options for jewelry. Can be used alone or as a chain to hang a pendant.

Aug. 17 Sun. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

Mickey Kunkle, instructor

Knotting Between Beads - O16

Learn classic knotting between beads and a professional way to attach a clasp. This method is appropriate for pearls and semi-precious beads. Complete a necklace of semi-precious 8mm beads in class.

July 5 Sat. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

July 12 Sat. 2:00-5:00

Lisa Norris instructor

Knotting with the Tri-Cord© Knotter - O17

A chance to try out knotting with the Tri-Cord© knotter. Using 8 mm. or smaller beads, practice using the Tri-Cord© knotter to create a necklace. Students must bring the Tri-Cord© knotter to the class. All levels are welcome, but some experience with knotting is preferred.

July 16 Wed. 1:00-4:00 $30.00

Lisa Norris, instructor

Lisa’s Beaded Bead - O18

Looking for the perfect bead but cannot find it? You can make a bead to match an outfit or accent other beads. Knowledge of peyote helpful, but not necessary.

July 16 Wed. 5:00-9:00 $40.00

Lisa Norris, instructor

Loops and Chains - O19

Practice makes perfect! Here is a class to improve your basic wire working skills for making loops and wrapped loops. We will make a necklace out of bead links – including a beaded loop with wire-wrapped connection. Keep it short or add chain for a long necklace suitable for layering with other necklaces.

Sept. 6 Sat. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

Beverlee Stafford, instructor

Magical Floating Necklace - O20

Intrigued by the new Magical crimping tool but want help in making it work? You’ll learn how to make a floating beaded necklace where the crimps look like 2mm beads instead of smashed tubes. Good for beginners, but all levels welcome!

June 1 Sun. 10:00-12:00 $20.00

June 7 Sat. 11:00-1:00

Rachel Stirling, instructor

Needless Markup Necklace - O21

As seen in a certain catalog for $1,000 +, you can make this pearl, crystal, and crocheted fine silver wire necklace for less than $50.00!

Aug. 17 Sun. 1:30-4:30 $30.00

Mickey Kunkle, instructor/kit fee $30.00 payable to instructor on day of class

No-Two Alike Wire Wrapping 1 - O22

Learn to wrap a cabochon with square and 1/2 round wire to make a pendant. Finish two or three projects. See the teacher's designs at www.raptelegance.com. This is the prerequisite for all other wire classes taught by this instructor.

June 15 Sun. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

July 5 Sat. 10:00-4:00

Aug. 3 Sun. 10:00-4:00

Susan Lindsey, instructor/class kit fee $25 required to make 2 pendants; payable to instructor on day of class

No-Two Alike Wire Wrapping 2 - O23

Learn to wrap a faceted gemstone with square and ½ round wire to make a pendant. You will finish two or three projects. Prereq. No Two Alike Level I. See teacher’s designs at www.raptelegrance.com. Prereq. No-Two Alike Level 1. (2 part class)

July 30 Wed. 6:00-9:00 & $60.00

Aug. 6 Wed. 6:00-9:00/p>

Susan Lindsey, instructor/$4 fee for gemstone in setting payable to instructor on day of class. Sue will also have wire and gemstones available for purchase – or bring your own.

Pearl Earrings - O24

Make three different earrings using pearls of different sizes. Learn to wire wrap, add crystals to a chain, and add on chandelier components and add a swirl wrap.

July 25 Fri. 3:00-6:00 $30.00

July 30 Wed. 6:30-9:30

Katie Taddeo, instructor

Pinwheel Flowers - O25

Learn a variation of flat peyote to create unique 3-dimensional twisting, curling flower petals using seed beads of various sizes, shapes and colors. Use it as a centerpiece for a necklace or alone as a brooch. This design won second place in 2005 Bead Dreams! Prereq. Basic knowledge of flat peyote.

Aug. 1 Fri. 2:00-6:00 $40.00

Paulette Baron, instructor

Pretty in Pearls Bracelet - O26

Simple, but not plain. Once you learn this versatile style, you can design with beads, crystals or charms. Make it longer, and it becomes a stunning necklace.

June 20 Fri. 2:00-5:00 $30.00

Linda Spiegel, instructor

Seed Bead Swag Necklace - O27

Love the look of a swag of seed beads but are overwhelmed by the thought of stringing it? Learn how to incorporate many seed bead strands into a necklace without stringing each seed bead by hand. Good for beginners.

Aug. 24 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Rachel Stirling, instructor

Spiny Urchin Bracelet - O28

Embellish a flat peyote bracelet with fire polished crystals that finishes with a magnetic clasp that can be worn with jeans or evening attire. Prereq. Knowledge of basic peyote stitch.

Aug. 1 Fri. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

Paulette Baron, instructor

Spiral Rope Necklace with Pendant - O29

Spiral rope is an instant gratification bead project. Hang a pendant of your choice in the middle if you wish. Good for beginners.

July 27 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Lisa Norris, instructor

Star Book – O30

This charming book can be filled with pictures, mementos, poetry, etc, and enhanced with paints, stickers, and stamps for a lovely book. Its charm is enhanced upon opening the book and seeing the star unfold. Must see to believe.

Sept. 10 Wed. 6:00-9:00 $30.00

Helen Jones, instructor/kit fee $20.00 payable to instructor on day of class

Sterling Slide with Lampwork Bead - O31

This delicate slide is made by wrapping, coiling, spiraling and forging sterling silver wire to enhance a beautiful lampwork bead. It can slide onto a stiff chain or collar or can be the focal piece for a beaded necklace. Prereq.: This is an advanced beginner-to- intermediate class requiring familiarity with basic wire wrapping techniques.

June 6 Fri. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

June 14 Sat. 2:00-5:00

Aug. 2 Sat. 10:00-1:00

Sally Stevens, instructor/kit fee $50 for silver; $40 for copper, payable to instructor on day of class

Twist Multi-Strand Necklace - O32

Did you ever wonder how those “twisty” necklaces that you see in the catalogs keep their permanent twist? Learn the secret in this class. Using flex wire and crimps, you can make a 3 to 6 strand necklace with a permanent twist.

June 25 Wed. 7:00-10:00 $30.00

Aug. 3 Sun. 1:00-4:00

Sept. 6 Sat. 2:00-5:00

Beverlee Stafford, instructor

V-Shaped Collar Necklace - O33

The shape of this necklace is flattering to all. The necklace is beaded using right angle weave with a single thread, double needle technique. Enjoy learning this simple, versatile technique while making a unique necklace.

June 21 Sat. 2:00-5:00 $30.00

Linda Spiegel, instructor

Waved Pearl Necklace - O34

String tiny beads onto Supplemax© and wave them around a 8mm pearl. This is a simple, but elegant design. This is a popular design in Mikimoto© pearls and can be seen in pearl boutiques in Japan.

June 13 Fri. 5:00-7:00 $20.00

Akiko Kimura, instructor

What to Do with Left-Overs - O35

Have those left-over beads? Can’t think of anything to do with them? Has your mother, aunt, friend given you cherished beads? Come for three hours and learn to design with an instructor. You will be given ideas, suggestions, color hints and leave with a new look for those old or left-over beads. This class will be limited to 6 students. Good class for beginners!

Aug. 6 Wed. 6:30-9:30 $30.00

Katie Taddeo, instructor

WigJig Class - Level 1 - O36

Learn how to use a WigJig to make your own chandelier earring forms, pendants, necklace components and more. The WigJig is an innovative tool that allows you to reproduce shapes in wire. Use different colors and sizes of wire to embellish your bead jewelry. These skills will add a new dimension to the jewelry-making techniques you already enjoy. Prereq. Basic wire working (earring class or ability to make consistent eye loops).

May 26 Mon. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Memorial Day Holiday!

Karen Ray, instructor

WigJig Class - Level 1 & 2 - O37

This new class is geared to both the beginning and more advanced wire students. Want to learn some new tricks or just practice? This class is for the beginner and/or for the student who has already taken Level 1 and wants help with making certain designs or techniques. More advanced techniques will be shown to those who have mastered the basics in previous classes. Prereq. Basic wire working (earring class or ability to make consistent eye loops).

June 7 Sat. 1:00-5:00 $40.00

Karen Ray, instructor

A Wire Primer -O38

This four-week series will teach you all the wire basics. Learn the differences in wire and how to manipulate and hammer. Learn to make wire-wrapped loops, clasps, ear hooks, components for earrings and necklaces and much more. For the beginner. (4-part class)

Aug. 20 Wed. 6:00-8:00 & $80.00

Aug. 27 Wed. 6:00-8:00 &

Sept. 3 Wed. 6:00-8:00 &

Sept. 10 Wed. 6:00-8:00

Rachel Stirling, instructor

Wire Works - O39

This is the basic wire class that should be taken first to enable you to get the most from the other wire classes. Make a complete necklace while learning to work with wire of various kinds and the correct use of hand tools. Learn to make jump rings, figure-8s, spirals, bead caps, several clasps, and a variety of other components. Learn many creative ways to use coils, bead wraps, and also learn to cage an interesting bead or stone. Bring six beads (size 10 mm. or larger) to class.

May 24 Sat. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

June 21 Sat. 10:00-4:00

Aug 23 Sat. 10:00-4:00

Betty Bacon, instructor/$7.00 supply fee payable to instructor on day of class

Wire Wrapped Bracelets - Level 1 - O40

Learn to create wire wrapped bracelets with wire only and with wire and gemstones. Prereq. No Two Alike Level 1

July 6 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Susan Lindsey, instructor/supply fee $12 for gemstones in settings; wire packages, bracelet mandrel and mallet also available. Fees payable to instructor on day of class.

Wire Wrapped Bracelets - Level 2- O41

Learn to create wire wrapped bracelets – one braided wire bracelet; two cabochon bracelets. Wire and cabochons available on request. See her designs at www.raptelegance.com. All materials needed available for purchase from instructor or Star’s Beads, or bring your own. Prereq. No Two Alike Level 1.

July 20 Sun 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Sue Lindsey, instructor

Wire Wrapped Rings - O42

Learn to create in wire wrapped ring holding a cabochon, and a wire wrapped ring with a bead wrapped ring shank and a faceted stone, and a 6mm round gemstone ring Prereq. NO TWO ALIKE LEVEL I. LEVEL II preferred but not required. See her designs at www.raptelegance.com.

June 22 Sun. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Susan Lindsey, instructor/supply fee for ring 3 - $4-$8 for gemstone in setting, depending on gemstone size, payable to instructor on day of class. Sue will also have ring sticks, ring sizers and mallet available for purchase, as well as appropriately sized wire for each ring.