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Next Meeting:  Monday DECEMBER 19 @  7:00 PM

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Techniques Night - Choose from classes below
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EASY WIREWRAPPED GEMSTONE NUGGET NECKLACE
Learn how to wire wrap an irregular gemstone nugget using the pinch and twist method. The class also teaches you how to scroll wire and make a simple bail. No prior wire experience is necessary. A small selection of nuggets will be offered as well as fine silver plated wire. A leather
necklace cord will also be provided.  

Bonus : Once you learn this method, you can also use it for sea glass projects in the future.


What to bring:
 Chain nose pliers
 Round nose pliers
 Flush cutter
 Nylon jawed pliers (optional)
Class kit fee : $20 / $15 for members
Teacher: Pearl Blay

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MOTOCHIC BRACELET
Kit cost: $17 / $12 for members
Teacher: Cindy Goldrick


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EASY-PEASY FLAT SPIRAL (STITCHED) BRACLET
So easy my 82 yr old mother (who has never picked up a beading needle) finished one in an evening! It will make a beautiful Christmas present. There will be various colours to choose from.  You will be provided with 6mm glass pearls, 4mm bicone crystals, seed beads, Fireline and needle, clasp and findings. All you need to bring is a smile.
Kit cost: $15 / $10 for members
Teacher: Lin Chapman


Upcoming Meetings: 
Monday December 19th - You know it will be a celebration! Pot Lunch – finger food. It's Techniques Night (how exciting!) Details coming soon!

Note: Items for kits are purchased by the instructor on your behalf based on your registration.  If you cannot attend and you have registered, please contact the events coordinator ASAP to discuss how your kit items should be handled or to allow anyone on a waiting list to have an opportunity to attend.  If no cancellation notice is given, kit fee payment may be required.  

General Meeting Information:
  • Held the third Monday of each Month
  • 7:00 - 9:00 pm
  • They are held at The Hampton Inn & Suites (beside Galaxy Cinema) 725 Imperial Road North Guelph, Ontario Canada  map
  • Meetings consist of announcements, old and new business, show & tell of member’s work, the evenings’ program, and socializing. 
  • The program can include anything from: hands-on mini-workshops from invited artists, guest speakers, demonstrations, trunk shows, road trips or informal gatherings. 
For more information about our Program or meetings, please contact
the Events Coordinator.
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For more information about our Program or meetings, please contact
the Events Coordinator.
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