Upcoming Classes & Events:

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Please help. Some of our classes are starting a little late and we could use your help. Have your beads selected in advance and arrive 30 minutes before class to make any necessary color adjustments and to get your self situated in your classroom space. This will help get the classes off to a great start. Thank you!
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November 2008


Class:  Banded Stretch Bracelet

When:  Thursday, November 6th

Time:  6:30-8:30pm

Cost:  $25.00

Teacher:  Linda Flores


 

You will learn the basics of stretchy cording along with simple loops in this class.  You will use 4mm and 6mm beads and combine them to make a very cool looking bracelet.  The techniques used are very easy but, it will take just a bit of time to put it together.  Every time I wear my bracelets I get many compliments from men and women because the bracelet is unique yet simple.  This will make a great gift idea! 

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Class: Sparkling Crystal Pendant

When:  Friday, November 7th

Time:  6:00-8:30pm

Cost:  $25

Teacher:  Shannon Ruiz


You will enjoy making this Sparkling Crystal Pendant using a right angle weave stitch and combining 15/0 seed beads and 4mm crystals.  This pendant is easy to make but, doesn't look like it!  You'll want one in every color!  String it onto a necklace by adding a 4mm crystal.  Shannon will show you in the class how to very simply string it onto a necklace.  

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Class:  Simply Elegant

When:  Sunday, November, 9th

Time:  12:30-3:00pm

Cost:  $25.00

Teacher:  Shannon Ruiz

 

This simple to make bracelet may not be made with diamonds but with crystals this bracelet looks elegant and sparkles just the same.  This bracelet is back by popular demand.  All prior class participants have really enjoyed making this gorgeous design and even shared it with their friends.  They have found it easy to make and follow.    

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Class: Basic Polymer Bead

When:  Saturday, November 15th

Time:  2:00pm-5:00pm

Cost:  $30.00 + supplies (est. $2.75 per color desired)

Teacher:  Erlinda Mersino

 

Erlinda has been working with Polymer Clay for many years and now we are going to be fortunate enough to have her teach us some great basics about this fun and versatile clay.  The clay is very affordable and you do not need any expensive kilns or supplies to complete your projects.  The colors or vibrant and the finishes can be matte or shiny.  This will be fun and very useful to enhancing your style of beading and making your pieces one of a kind by adding your own hand made beads!     

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Class:  Christmas Tree Earring

When:  Saturday, November 15th

Time:  11:00am-1:00pm (walk in any time during these hours to make the earrings).

Cost:  Free Open House Project + your supplies and crystals

Teacher:  Ellen Purcell

 

These are the cutest Christmas Earrings you've ever seen.  They are made with Swarovski Crystals and are very nice looking.  Join us this day from 11am - 1pm to learn to make these simple earrings.  More sets of supplies are available if needed for additional gifts.

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Class:  Christmas Spider

When:  Sunday, November 23rd

Time:  1st Class - 1:00pm - 2:00pm

           2nd Class - 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Cost:  $15.00

Teacher:  Sheryl Brakey


The spiders are back!  This is a great class for young and old alike.  I would say a good minimum age would be around 7 yrs.  They make great collectable ornaments and are great gift ideas for everyone at work!

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Saturday after Thanksgiving: 

Bring your Friends and Family

September 29th, 2008

10:30am to 6:00pm

Sale Day and Holiday Open House


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December2008

Class:  Cascading Earring

When:  Thursday, December 4th

Time:  6:30pm-8:00pm

Cost:  $15.00

Teacher:  Linda Flores

 

These earrings are elegant and fun!  You can make them for great gifts or you can make them to wear for those festive holiday parties.  Wear them with jeans and a t-shirt and they will complete the outfit!  You will be using simple loops and three graduating sizes of crystals to make these great earrings.  This class is a beginner class for making earrings.

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Class:  Decorative Diamond

When:  Saturday, December 6th

Time:  11:00-2:30pm

Cost:  $35.00

Teacher:  Shannon Ruiz

 

Once again, back due to demand!  This is a stunning bracelet.  This bracelet uses a right angle weave stitch for the base, then embellishing for the top and sides.  You may use crystals, pearls, glass or stone beads to create many different combinations.  Select your choice of 4mm beads, 2mm beads and size 11/0 seed beads to complete this great bracelet!  This is a popular class so register in advance!

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Class: Faux Stone & Coin Collection - Polymer Clay

When:  Saturday, December 13th

Time:  11:00am-1:30pm

Cost:  $30.00 + supplies

Teacher:  Erlinda Mersino


Learn how to make beads or pendants that look just like stones.  You will also, have fun learning to make old looking coins out of polymer clay.  Your colors can be vibrant and vivid or earthy and dark depending upon your style and color choice.  You will also touch on how to make color recipes for duplicating your results in the future.  This is another great basic class in polymer clay.  This clay is affordable, easy to work with and does not require expensive kilns or torches.

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Class:   Lacy Wildflower Pendant

When:  Sunday, December 14th

Time:  1:00pm-2:30pm

Cost:  $15.00

Teacher:  Shannon Ruiz 

 

This frilly wildflower pendant is easily made by using peyote stitch, 4mm crystals, and size 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads.  Once you learn to make this pendant you will want to make a whole wildflower garden.  This pendant is beautiful and combines well on leather, suede or beads!

 

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There will be no more classes through the month of December to allow time and space for you,   your family and friends to come by and finish making your Christmas Gifts.  There are many items to make from cell phone i.d. tags, to necklaces, and ornaments, etc.  Please join us and we can help you complete your last minute but, still very special hand made gifts!


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Closed For Christmas

We will be closed for Christmas Thursday, December the 25th and Friday, December the 26th We will open on Saturday the 27th. Bring your guests by for a special beading day together!

 

 

 

 

 

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Call and schedule your classes today!



*Remember you can come in during shop hours and we can help you make beautiful handmade gifts.  We will help you with the basic techniques during shop hours and you will enjoy the creative designing.  Feel free to spend hours with us and create while you are here.  No experience is needed!

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