2017 BEAD SHOW CLASSES

Ocean Waves Bracelet GD335-1,2
with
​Marilyn Gardiner
​

Description: A perfect name! You can almost smell the salt in the air and hear the seagulls as you watch the tide go out. Can you see the waves?
Skill Level: Beginner Plus
Students will learn: The focus will be on learning the Ocean Waves chain mail weave. We will discuss tools, resources, and develop basic chainmail skills.
Pre-requisites: Completion of a couple of previous projects.
Students bring: Magnifiers for close-up work. Pliers designed for chain mail will be provided for class use, but you may wish to bring your personal tools.
Kit materials: Step-by-step, illustrated instructions, 2 main sizes of jump rings, and a co-ordinating toggle clasp. Makes up to a 9″ bracelet. All rings are saw-cut and polished.
Fees:
$35 class fee + $74 Argentium Sterling bracelet  = $109
$35 class fee + $28 Copper bracelet = $63
 
TO REGISTER USE THIS INK:
http://marilyngardiner.com/classes/classesgrbs-2017/

Introduction to Bead Embroidery with
Sue Henry
​

Bead embroidery is the stitching of beads to a fabric or felt-like backing. While the basic stitches are relatively simple, the results can be spectacular. This technique allows you to easily incorporate found objects, cabochons, and other components into your work with beautiful and totally unique results.

In this project we will learn how to capture a beautiful Laborite cabochon with a seed bead bezel to a firm fabric base.  Then we will use several embroidery stitches to frame and embellish the stone.   Additional details can be added such as fringe.  Once done we will line the piece with an attractive leather or ultra-suede backing and bead embroider the edge.  Also in class we will discuss the materials used and best practices used in this technique. 
Some experience with bead-weaving would be an asset but not required.  
Kit Fee ($15) includes:
•      Laborite cabochon           
•      Assorted seed beads, fire polish beads, glass pearls, and crystal beads
•      Base and backing materials
•      Thread and needles
•      Instructions
TO REGISTER CONTACT: suehenry@rogers.com

Kinetic Links Necklace
​WITH
​CINDY GOLDRICK

Description: Learn how to make a fun oversized statement necklace using new and upcycled beads on steel wire.
Skill Level: Beginner
Students will learn: Using the “Now that’s a Jig!” Students will create steel wire components featuring large holed beads. The beads will move freely on the “barbells” to create movement.
Pre-requisites: none
Students bring: Large hole beads (to fit 20 gauge wire), bench block and hammer, pliers (2 pair of flat nose), Now that’s a Jig!, rawhide or nylon hammer.
All tools will be supplied by the teacher for student use.
Kit materials: Steel wire, 16 gauge
Fees:
$35 class fee + $5.00 steel wire, 16 gauge
Beads for sale $1.00 - $3.00 each (optional)
TO REGISTER CONTACT:
​cegoldrick@gmail.com