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Classes on Jewelry Making

To register call 623-930-7395


2010 Class Schedule

Anyone Can Learn to Make Their Own Beaded Jewelry. Come See How Easy It Is To Get Started.

July 31, Saturday

 

BASIC BEAD CROCHET $45.00

Instructor: Vickie Brown 10:30-2:30PM

Viking Weaving is a type of wire weaving that dates back to the 8th century. In this class you will learn the basic technique while completing a bracelet.

 

August 5, Thursday

 

BEGINNING BEADING  $35.00

Instructor: Nancy Tripp 10:00-1:00pm
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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

August 7, Saturday

 

OPEN WORKSHOP WITH LANA MAY

Instructor: Lana May 12:00-3:00

$35.00 first 2 hours + $5 per additional project hour.

Everything from easy to advanced. Make rings, necklaces, earrings, purses, bouquets or toys; it depends on you. Lana will teach not only American beading techniques but Russian, Indian and Egyptian as well. Spend an hour or stay for the day.

 

VIKING WEAVING $35.00

Instructor: Doris Householder 12:00-4:00pm

Viking Weaving is a type of wire weaving that dates back to the 8th Century. In this class you learn the basic techniques while completing a bracelet.

 

August 12, Thursday

 

PEARL KNOTTING NECKLACE $30.00

Instructor: Nancy Tripp 10:00-1:00pm

Learn to knot a pearl necklace by properly tying knots on silk between pearls. Discover how to tell the best quality pearls and learn the various shapes, colors and types.

 

August 14, Saturday

 

RIGHT ANGLE WEAVE BRACELET

Instructor: Vickie Brown 10:30-2:30pm

 

BASIC WIRE WRAPPED BRACELET $35.00

Instructor: Francine Emrick 11:30-2:30pm

In this class you will learn the basics of wire wrapping and will create a delicate bracelet and earrings.

 

August 19, Thursday

 

BEGINNING BEADING  $35.00

Instructor: Nancy Tripp 10:00-1:00pm
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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

August 21, Saturday

 

VIKING WEAVING $35.00

Instructor: Doris Householder 12:00-4:00pm

Viking Weaving is a type of wire weaving that dates back to the 8th Century. In this class you learn the basic techniques while completing a bracelet.

 

August 28, Saturday

 

BASIC BEAD CROCHET $45.00

Instructor:Vickie Brown 10:30-2:00pm

Learn the method of crocheting with beads while making a bracelet or necklace. No previous knowledge in crocheting or beading necessary.

 

 

 

May 1, Saturday

 

OPEN WORKSHOPS

Instructor: Lana May & Albina Manning

12:00-3:00pm

 

You choice of Basic Wire Wrapping:Bracelet, Coiled Bangle, Netted Pendant, Herringbone Earrings, Tree of Life Pendant, Let's Make Flowers :) or Chain Reaction Earrings. PLEASE CALL FOR COST.
 

May 2, Sunday

 

BASIC BEADING (Beginner)  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

VIKING KNITTING $35.00

Instructor: Doris Householder

12:00-2:00

 

Viking knitting (or Viking weaving) is a type of wire weaving that dates back to the 8th Century. In this class you learn the basic techniques while completing a bracelet.

 

May 6, Thursday

 

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN LARIAT

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

 

If you are new to off-loom beading this class is for you. With a needle, thread and 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.

 

May 8, Saturday

 

WIRE WRAPPED CABACHON $45.00

Instructor: Francine Emrick

10:30 - 2:30

 

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

 

May 9, Sunday

 

OPEN WORKSHOPS

Instructor: Lana May & Albina Manning

12:00-3:00pm

 

You choice of Basic Wire Wrapping:Bracelet, Coiled Bangle, Netted Pendant, Herringbone Earrings, Tree of Life Pendant, Let's Make Flowers :) or Chain Reaction Earrings. PLEASE CALL FOR COST.

 

ST. PETERSBURG CHAIN LARIAT  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

 

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 numerous ways. We will discuss the many sizes and shapes of seed beads and the various choices of materials. 

 

May 12, Wednesday

 

NON-TRADITIONAL CHAKRA/CRYSTAL ENERGY MALA  $35.00

Instructor: Maryilyn E.

11:00-2:00pm

 

A new class for The Bead Museum. Each participant will have the opportunity to discuss and design a piece that speaks to areas they wish to address. If you are looking to address stress in your professional life you will want to design a piece around that issue. We will discuss the energy of assorted gemstones, crystals, beads, etc., as well as which metal will best support you and  your crystals. Looking at Chakra energy will play a key role in the development of your piece.

 

May 13, Thursday

 

BASIC BEADING (Beginner)  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

May 16, Sunday

 

BASIC BEADING (Beginner)  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

May 19, Wednesday

 

OPEN WORKSHOPS

Instructor: Lana May & Albina Manning

12:00-3:00pm

 

You choice of Basic Wire Wrapping:Bracelet, Coiled Bangle, Netted Pendant, Herringbone Earrings, Tree of Life Pendant, Let's Make Flowers :) or Chain Reaction Earrings. PLEASE CALL FOR COST.

 

May 20, Thursday

 

ST. PETERSBURG CHAIN LARIAT  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

 

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 numerous ways. We will discuss the many sizes and shapes of seed beads and the various choices of materials. 

 

May 23, Sunday

 

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN LARIAT

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

 

If you are new to off-loom beading this class is for you. With a needle, thread and 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.

 

May 27, Thursday

 

BASIC BEADING (Beginner)  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

BASIC BANGLE BRACELET $45.00

Instructor: Francine Emrick

4:00-7:00pm

 

Learn to make a basic bangle bracelet using a focal bead of your choice. Two feet of 20 gauge square and 2 feet of 20 gauge half round wire will be used for this project. Bring a focal bead any accent beads you would like to use. Chain and round nose pliers and a wire cutter will be used.

 

May 30, Sunday

 

BASIC BEADING (Beginner)  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

June 5, Saturday

 

VIKING KNITTING $35.00

Instructor: Doris Householder

12:00-2:00

 

Viking knitting (or Viking weaving) is a type of wire weaving that dates back to the 8th Century. In this class you learn the basic techniques while completing a bracelet.

 

June6, Sunday

 

OPEN WORKSHOPS

Instructor: Lana May & Albina Manning

12:00-3:00pm

 

You choice of Basic Wire Wrapping:Bracelet, Coiled Bangle, Netted Pendant, Herringbone Earrings, Tree of Life Pendant, Let's Make Flowers :) or Chain Reaction Earrings. PLEASE CALL FOR COST.

 

June 10, Thursday

 

BEAD PENDANT $45.00

Instructor: Francine Emrick

10:30-1:00pm

 

Wire wrap a focal bead to make a beautiful pendant

 

June 13, Sunday

 

OPEN WORKSHOPS

Instructor: Lana May & Albina Manning

12:00-3:00pm

 

You choice of Basic Wire Wrapping:Bracelet, Coiled Bangle, Netted Pendant, Herringbone Earrings, Tree of Life Pendant, Let's Make Flowers :) or Chain Reaction Earrings. PLEASE CALL FOR COST.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 2010

 

BEADOLOGY (History of Beads) $425.00

Instructor: Sindi Schloss

6:00-9:00pm

 

Knowledgeable and well respected gemologist, Sindi Schloss, offers this amazing course in which you will learn definitions and bead nomenclature; about organic and inorganic beads; glass techniques; history; trade networks; purpose/uses of beads; symbolism; among many other interesting facts. This is the ultimate short course about beads! Past students rave about Sindi and her knowledge. Make note this class fills up quickly.

 

March 5, Friday

 

KUMIHIMO BRACELET  $35.00

Instructor: Amanda Jeffrey

1:30-4:30pm

 

Learn to use Japanese braiding techniques with beads and materials.

 

March 7, Sunday

 

OPEN WORKSHOP  $35.00*

Instructor: Lana May

12:00-4:00pm

 

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. Redo one of Lana's patterns or design your own with Lana's guidance. *$35.00 for first two hours, $5.00 for each additional hour per project.  Class is for all levels!

 

BASIC BEADING

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm
 

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

March 11, Thursday
 

SPIRAL LARIAT (STAIRCASE)  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30

 

If you are new to off-loom beading this class is for you. With a needle, thread and 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.

 

BEADOLOGY (HISTORY OF BEADS)  $425.00

Instructor: Sindi Schloss

6:00-9:00pm

 

Knowledgeable and well respected gemologist, Sindi Schloss, offers this amazing course in which you will learn definitions and bead nomenclature; about organic and inorganic beads; glass techniques; history; trade networks; purpose/uses of beads; symbolism; among many other interesting facts. This is the ultimate short course about beads! Past students rave about Sindi and her knowledge. Make note this class fills up quickly.

 

March 14, Sunday

 

 

OPEN WORKSHOP  $35.00*

Instructor: Lana May

12:00-4:00pm

 

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. Redo one of Lana's patterns or design your own with Lana's guidance. *$35.00 for first two hours, $5.00 for each additional hour per project.  Class is for all levels!

 

March 17, Wednesday

 

NON-TRADITIONAL CHAKRA/CRYSTAL ENERGY MALA  $35.00

Instructor: Maryilyn E.

11:00-2:00pm

 

A new class for The Bead Museum. Each participant will have the opportunity to discuss and design a piece that speaks to areas they wish to address. If you are looking to address stress in your professional life you will want to design a piece around that issue. We will discuss the energy of assorted gemstones, crystals, beads, etc., as well as which metal will best support you and  your crystals. Looking at Chakra energy will play a key role in the development of your piece.

 

March 18, Thursday

 

BASIC BEADING  $35:00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm
 

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

BEADOLOGY (HISTORY OF BEADS)  $425.00

Instructor: Sindi Schloss

6:00-9:00pm

 

Knowledgeable and well respected gemologist, Sindi Schloss, offers this amazing course in which you will learn definitions and bead nomenclature; about organic and inorganic beads; glass techniques; history; trade networks; purpose/uses of beads; symbolism; among many other interesting facts. This is the ultimate short course about beads! Past students rave about Sindi and her knowledge. Make note this class fills up quickly.

 

March 20, Saturday

 

FASHION PEARL NECKLACE  $30.00

Instructor: Amanda Jeffrey

1:30-4:30pm

 

Learn to knot a pearl necklace the way they do at Tiffany's by properly tying knots on silk between pearls. Discover how to tell the best quality pearls and learn the various shapes, colors and types of pearls.

 

March 21, Sunday

 

BASIC BEADING  $35:00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm
 

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 or bracelet to wear home.

 

March 24, Wednesday

 

OPEN WORKSHOP  $35.00*

Instructor: Lana May

12:00-4:00pm

 

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. Redo one of Lana's patterns or design your own with Lana's guidance. *$35.00 for first two hours, $5.00 for each additional hour per project.  Class is for all levels!

 

March 25, Thursday

 

ST. PETERSBURG CHAIN LARIAT  $35.00

Instructor: Linda Sweeney

12:00-2:30pm

 

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 numerous ways. We will discuss the many sizes and shapes of seed beads and the various choices of materials. 

 

BEADOLOGY (HISTORY OF BEADS)  $425.00

Instructor: Sindi Schloss

6:00-9:00pm

 

Knowledgeable and well respected gemologist, Sindi Schloss, offers this amazing course in which you will learn definitions and bead nomenclature; about organic and inorganic beads; glass techniques; history; trade networks; purpose/uses of beads; symbolism; among many other interesting facts. This is the ultimate short course about beads! Past students rave about Sindi and her knowledge. Make note this class fills up quickly.

 

March 26, Friday

 

CLASSIC PEARL NECKLACE  $30.00

Instructor: Amanda Jeffrey

1:30-4:30pm

 

This class is very different from the Fashion Pearl Class. In it you make a magic needle and tie correct knots using silk between the pearls. You will learn to start and finish the necklace as they do in the best pearl and jewelry stores.

 

March 27, Saturday

 

WIRE CROSS PENDANT

Instructor: Francine Emrick

10:30-1:00pm

 

Learn to make a beautiful cross. Lovely to share. Bring 1 foot each of 20 gauge square and half round sterling silver wire. Chain nose, round nose pliers and wire cutters will be  used. 

 

March 28, Sunday

 

 

 


 


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.

 
 
   
 
 
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