Classes on Jewelry Making

Classes are listed in Chronological Order
To register call 623-930-7395

BASIC BEADING       $30.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney or Billie Jacobs

Learn basics of bead stringing, crimping and design.  Use materials you select from your personal stash or from the Museum Store. 
Design and finish a necklace, earrings, or bracelet to wear home.  

Tuesday, September 16     10:30     -            1:30

Wednesday, September 24 11:30 - 2:30

Wednesday, October 15 10:30 - 1:30

Thursday, November 6 10:30 - 1:30

BASIC BEAD RING       $35.00

Instructor: Francine Emrick

Learn to make a basic ring with a bead to wear home.  An additional variation will be taught, so bring extra beads and enough wire to make 3 or 4 rings.    

Saturday, September 13 10:30 - 1:30

Sunday, October 26 11:30 - 2:30

Wednesday, November 12 10:30 - 1:30

WIRE AND BEAD NECKLACE $45.00

Instructor: Francine Emrick

Learn basic wire skills. Combine decorative elements with beads to make a beautiful necklace.  Finish this piece with a unique hook and eye.  

Saturday, October 11 10:30 - 2:30

Saturday, November 8 10:30 - 2:30

Wednesday, December 10 1:00 - 5:00 

WIRE WRAP PENDANT      $45.00

Instructor:  Francine Emrick

Wrap a cabochon with square wire to create a stunning pendant.  Some experience with wire is helpful.  Bring chain and round nose pliers and cutter.   

Sunday, November 2 11:30 - 3:30

Tuesday, November 18 11:30 - 3:30

 ADVANCED FREE-FORM PEYOTE      $95.00

Instructor:  Sandy Donnelly

Free-form…no rules, set yourself free!  Create a unique bracelet letting your whims be your guide.  Basic knowledge of Peyote stitch required.  (9 hours total in a 2-part class)

        Thursday, September 18     12:30     -     4:30and

Saturday, September 27 12:30 - 4:30

Saturday, October 11 11:00 - 4:00and

Sunday, October 19 11:00 - 4:00

Sunday, November 9 11:00 - 4:00and

Saturday, November 22 12:30 - 4:30

BEADED KNITTED PURSE

$65.00 (Includes Frame Kit)

Instructor:  Doris Householder

Learn how to knit with beads while creating a unique and practical mini purse. No previous experience required.  
Project will not be completed in class.  (7 hours total in 2 part class)

Saturday, November 1 1:00 - 5:00 and

Saturday, November 8 1:00 - 4:00

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN LARIAT
$35.00

Instructor:  Linda Sweeney

If you are new to the off-loom bead weaving, this class is for you.  With a needle, thread, and a few seed beads you will learn what one single stitch can do.  The possibilities are plentiful. Learn to vary the pattern for different effects for your next project.

Wednesday,  September 17 10:00 - 1:00

Wednesday,  October 1 10:00 - 1:00

Saturday,  October 18 10:00 - 1:00

Wednesday,  November 19 10:00 - 1:00

St. Petersburg Chain Lariat
$35.00

Instructor:  Linda Sweeney

A good project for the new off-loom bead weaver.  Using seed beads and fire-polished crystals you will create a rope that can be worn many ways.  We will discuss the many sizes and shapes of seed beads and the various choices of materials.

Wednesday,  September 17 2:00 - 5:00

Wednesday,  October 1 2:00 - 5:00

Saturday,  October 18 2:00 - 5:00

Wednesday,  November 19 2:00 - 5:00

WIRE WRAPPED BRACELET       $25.00

Instructor:  Albina Manning

Create a delicate bracelet with wire wrapped beads. 

Sunday, September 14     11:00     -            1:00

Sunday, September 28     11:00     -            1:00

Saturday, November 8                     10:30  -  12:30

FRENCH BEADED FLOWER  $35.00

Instructor:  Albina Manning

Students will learn the French Technique for beaded flowers. Make one flower or a brooch in class. 

Sunday, September 14 1:00 - 4:00

Saturday, November 8 1:00 - 4:00

VICTORIAN BEADED FLOWER $35.00

Instructor:  Albina Manning 

Using Victorian techniques students will make beautiful flowers that may be arranged as a brooch or bouquet.

Sunday, September 28 1:00 - 4:00

Saturday, November 15 10:30 - 2:30 

NETTED PENDANT        $35.00

Instructor:  Albina Manning 

Learn a new technique.  Adorn a cabochon with wire netting.  A handmade wire-wrapped bail with coils completes the pendant.  A stunning addition to your jewelry collection. 

Saturday, September 20 10:00 - 1:00

Saturday, October 18 10:00 - 1:00 

FRAMED PENDANT         $50.00

Instructor:  Albina Manning 

For only 15.00 dollars more continue designing your wire netted pendant by finishing with a decorative wire border and adding beads of you choice. 

Saturday, September 20 10:00 - 2:30

Saturday, October 18 10:00 - 2:30 

PEACOCK ENAMEL with PMC

$60.00 + $55.00(Kit Fee)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

Add a dose of color to your wardrobe with brightly hued enamel pendant. Learn to use the combined power of metal clay, enamel, and heat to replicate the metalworking technique of cloisonné. 

Saturday, September 13 10:00 - 5:00pm

Saturday, November 22 10:00 - 5:00pm 

ETERNITY LINK BRACELET CLASS with PMC

$60.00 + $55.00(Kit Fee)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

This is a piece of art that you wear. The chunky silver links will be textured by your custom made stamp and then assembled to create a never ending link bracelet. If time permits we can also add stones for that extra bling factor. 

Saturday, September 27 10:00 - 5:00pm 

CHAIN MAIL- CELTIC VISIONS WEAVE
$50.00 (Includes Materials))

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

A more advanced technique that requires a comprehensive understanding of the weaving process. Don’t be scared! I’ll guide you through and you’ll amaze yourself.  

Thursday,  October 23 5:30 - 8:00pm

CHAIN MAIL - Japanese weave
$50.00 (Includes Materials)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

Let me introduce you to the Japanese technique with a gentle project.  This weave is so versatile you can build it into anything or just make them in a string for a beautiful addition to your collection.  We will be working with multiple sizes, types of metals and colors.

Thursday,  November 13 1:00  - 4:00pm

POLYMER CLAY: Turtle Class      

$50.00 (Includes Materials)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

Turtles!!!  You gotta love those sweet faces, and they are a symbol for good luck. We will learn how to make some basic color blends and construct these guys piece by piece. Portions of the proceeds from this class go to benefit the Leatherback Turtle Foundation.  They are one of the oldest animals on the planet and in 20 years they will be gone.  

Thursday, November 13 5:30 - 8:00 

POLYMER CLAY: Covered Vessel

$50.00 (Includes Materials)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica

This class will show you how to create a wonderful functional piece, be it a pencil holder, business card holder, salt n pepper shaker.  That’s half the fun.  We will be sculpting this into a work of art.  

Thursday, November 20 1:00 - 5:00  

POLYMER CLAY: Roses Parade

$50.00 (Includes Materials)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

One of my all time favorite flowers, Roses.  Big one, little ones and lots of ways to work them into your work.  We’ll even make some earrings that you can wear immediately.  Because these are so small and delicate, we will try to bake them in class.  Otherwise you will need to bring a small box to transport your treasures home.

Thursday, November 20 5:30 - 8:00

CHAIN MAIL EARRING  

$50.00 (Includes Materials)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

This class will use a number of techniques and it is helpful if you have a beginning understanding of the chain mail process.  We will make multiple earrings based on the box, Byzantine, flourette, harlequin, and parallel weaves. 

Thursday, December 4 12:00 - 3:00 

POLYMER CLAY: Christmas Ornament       

$50.00 (Includes Materials)

Instructor:  Sheila Merica 

Not your typical cane type decorations.  We will make some fabulous ornaments using the sculpting techniques.  Spirals to make snowflakes, leaves to create a framed winter wonderland.  Roses or other flowers.  It will be sort of a free flowing based on student requests. 

Thursday, December 4 4:00 - 8:00 

BEADED CABACHON       $75.00

Instructor:  Billie Jacobs 

For intermediate & advanced beaders.  Framed with beads, cabochons take on a new elegance.  You’ll benefit from Billie’s years of experience.  (7 hours total in a 2-part class) 

     Tuesday, September 30     10:30           -            2:30 and

Saturday, October 4 10:30 - 1:30

HAVE IT YOUR  OWN WAY PEYOTE STITCH       $45.00

Instructor:  Billie Jacobs 

Start with a basic peyote bracelet then let your imagination run wild as Billie shows you how to add on and elaborate. Some experience with peyote stitch is required.  

Friday, September 26 10:30 - 2:30

Friday, October 10 10:30 - 2:30

Sunday, November 16 11:30 - 3:30 

INTRO TO BEAD CROCHET       $45.00

Instructor:  Vickie Brown 

Learn to crochet with beads and make a lovely rope necklace or bracelet.  This is a technique class and project will not be completed in class.  Beads need to be pre-strung prior to class.   

Saturday, September 13 10:30 - 2:30

Saturday, October 4 10:30 - 2:30

Saturday, November 1   10:30 - 2:30 

TRIUMPH BEADED COLLAR         $65.00

Instructor:  Lana May 

Create a stunning beaded collar using netting technique. 
Project will not be completed in class.  
Maximum class size: 10    

Saturday, October 11 10:30 - 3:30

OPEN WORKSHOP WITH LANA MAY       
$35.00 for first 2 hours +$5 per additional hour per project 

What is taught in the open workshop?

Lana May teaches easy to advanced bead weaving. You can start by doing rings, necklaces, earrings, purses, bouquets, toys; it depends on you.  In the course of the class, Lana can show you not only the American beading techniques but Russian, Indian, and Egyptian as well.  Come and work for an hour or two or spend the whole day!

What can you make?

Choose a sample from Lana’s works, and she will give you the pattern and explain it in detail OR just bring your beads and she will help design a project that fits your personality!

Tuesday, September 9 10:00 - 5:00

Saturday,  September 20 10:00 - 5:00

Sunday, September 28 11:00 - 4:00

Tuesday, October 7 10:00 - 5:00

Sunday, October 26 11:00 - 4:00

Tuesday, November 4 10:00 - 5:00

Saturday, November 15 10:00 - 5:00

Sunday, November 23 11:00 - 4:00

Learn to make the stunning Tennessee Summer necklace from Tatiana Van Iten.  One day only. Space is limited, reserve your space today.  Only $50 (does not include materials).  One day workshop Wednesday, November 5.  Please call The Bead Museum Store for more details. 623-930-7395.

Look for more upcoming guests on our Jan. - Mar. calendar: Don Pierce, Jean Campbell, Diane Fitzgerald, and Eleanor Wiley

Want to learn more about the artistic, historical and cultural significance of beads?  Our Education Department offers fun programs with craft activities appropriate for ages 10-100+!  Click here for a listing.