BEADS’N MORE

1840 Town Park Blvd. – Suite J

Uniontown, OH  44685

Phone:  330/899-8611; Fax: 330/899-8612

E-mail: beadsnmore@sbcglobal.net

Website:  www.beadsnmore.biz

 

JANUARY & FEBRUARY, 2010 CLASS SCHEDULE


INSTRUCTORS:  Alyson Allen, Estelle Goodnight, Shelley Gross (Guest teacher from Lakewood, Ohio), Sharon Stalnaker, and Vicki Star

 

 

Please note that there are several classes (description and cost at the end of this class schedule) that can be taught at any time for one or more people.  All you need to do is arrange a day and a time.

 

 

 

IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION

 

  • Please make reservations for classes no later than one week in advance of scheduled class date.
  • Class fee is due at the time of reservation.  A 24-hour notice is required for class cancellation; registration fees will be refunded in the form of a store credit, IF 24-HOUR NOTICE IS GIVEN.
  • Please plan on arriving at least 30-45 minutes before scheduled class time to pick out your supplies.
  • Four and five hour classes include a lunch break.  There are several places in the plaza to choose from.

 

 

FOR THOSE TAKING CLASSES, BEADS ARE 25% OFF FOR JANUARY AND FEBRUARY AS LONG AS THEY ARE PURCHASED THE DAY OF CLASS


 

Dutch Spiral Bracelet – Saturday, January 16, 10:30-1:30 pm - $35.00 plus supplies – Vicki Star –  Create a delightful spiraling bracelet using the technique taken from the Dutch book Kralen Geregan tot Sieraden, by Gineke Root.  We will use a variety of fun beads such as drops, triangles and Czech or Japanese seed beads.  Skill level:  Beginner




 

Comanche Earrings – Thursday, January 28, 6:00-9:00 pm - $35.00 plus supplies – Vicki Star -- Learn a traditional Native American technique using modern day beads. Make them with size 11º seed beads in traditional colors, make them with tiny size 15º beads for more detail, or make them with Japanese Cylinder beads for a modern look.  We’ll also discuss fringing techniques and pattern  options. Craft them as small as you like, or bead up a pair of Shoulder Dusters - Vicki will show you how to make the perfect pair for you!  Skill level: Beginner - Knowledge of basic brick stitch is helpful, but not necessary.



 

All Ruffled Up – Saturday, January 30, 10:30-1:30 pm - $35.00 plus supplies – Shelley Gross – This bracelet was born one night while Shelley was playing with her beads and experimenting with different sizes.  Put it on your wrist and people will notice!  The gentle ruffle is achieved by using different size beads that can be all one color or different colors in three sizes using Peyote stitch.  Skill level:  Beginner




Bling It On Ring – Saturday, January 30, 2:30-4:30 pm - $25.00 plus supplies – Shelley Gross – This ring made entirely of 4mm Swarovski crystal bicones is a great introduction to 3-D right angle weave.  Quick to work up and bold – this ring is not for the faint of heart.  Prerequisite:  Knowledge of single-needle right-angle weave.  Skill level:  Intermediate




Fast, Fun & Fancy Earwires & Headpins – Thursday, February 4, 6:00-8:00 pm - $25.00 plus supplies – Vicki --  Want to make a pair of earrings but you’re out of earwires and your fave bead store is closed?  Vicki will show you how to make your own from a few inches of wire.  We’ll learn at least 3 styles of earwires, and several kinds of headpins.  Skill level:  Beginner




 

Royal Peyote Rings -- Thursday, February 11, 6:00-9:00 pm, $35.00 plus supplies – Vicki Star – Using tubular Peyote stitch, we’ll bead a sweet ring, or three.  Vicki will cover sizing, bead finishes, pattern repeats and edging techniques.  Class includes several patterns and blanks for making your own.  Skill level:  Beginner



 

Lariat – Saturday, February 13, 10:30-1:30 pm, $35.00 plus supplies – Shelley Gross – This versatile lariat was inspired by a photo of Shelley’s great-grandmother.  A variation of Right Angle Weave and multiple-sized rounds make this a great necklace for everyday wear.  If you are adventurous, it also makes a great belt.  Skill level:  Beginner




Ndebele (Herringbone) Crown Bead Pots, Thursday, February 18, 6:00-9:00 pm, $35.00 plus supplies – Vicki Star – Make a pair of tiny crown-shaped nesting vessels out of tubular Ndebele (Herringbone) stitch.  You’ll learn both circular (flat) and tubular Herringbone, as well as increasing; and, you should complete at least one vessel in class.  Skill level:  Intermediate.  Student should be familiar with basic beading techniques.  Knowledge of Herringbone/Ndebele stitch not necessary.






Flower Fields Wrist Lei, Thursday, February 25, 6:00-9:00 pm, $35.00 plus supplies – Vicki Star – Gather your collection of delicate flower beads and create a spectacular Lei for your wrist.  You can use any shape beads to form a fringed delight – no flowers necessary, just use your favorite beads!  This bracelet is easy to make and fun to wear.  Skill level:  Beginner





3-D Beaded Bangle Bracelet, Saturday, February 27, 10:30-3:30 pm, $45.00 plus supplies – Shelley Gross – Three-dimensional Right Angle Weave is what makes this bangle so much fun.  Three layers of Right Angle Weave and three colors of round beads are used to create the 3-D effect.  It can be made as a bangle or using a clasp closure.  Prerequisite:  Knowledge of Single-Needle Right Angle Weave.  Skill level:  Intermediate.



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Additional Classes that Can Be Scheduled at Any Time and Samples Seen on the Website:

 

Peyote Tubes - $25.00 (2 hours)

 

THE Bracelet - $25.00 (2 hours)

 

Beaded Elegance - $35.00 (3 hours)

 

Baby Beaded Elegance - $35.00 (3 hours)

 

Flat Spiral - $35.00 (3 hours)

 

Bumps-In-The-Road - $35.00 (3 hours)

 

Peyote Bezeled Cabochon - $35.00 (3 hours)

 

Herringbone Twist - $35.00 (3 hours)

 

Bead Embroidery – $45.00 per student (4 hour class for 2 or more people with a lunch break)