*Advanced Magical Floating Earrings - N2

Wish you could find a use for those beading wire scraps? Want a pair of earrings to go with the Magical Floating Necklace you made? In this class, you’ll learn at least 3 different designs of earrings created using the Magical crimping tools. Prereq. Magical Floating Necklace class.

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Rachel Stirling, instructor

*Aztec Bangle - N3

Make a statement with this unique, fun-to-wear bangle. Use a unique thread path to create this unusual peyote piece. Variations will be taught so you can add your own personality to the piece including a reversible focal pendant that can also be worn as a centerpiece on any necklace. Prereq. Basic knowledge of flat peyote.

Oct. 30 Sat. 10:00-1:00 $30.00

Paulette Baron, instructor/kit available for $50 payable to instructor on day of class

*“Beads Having a Party” Bracelet - N4

A project named by the instructor’s granddaughter! Use fiber techniques to incorporate all your leftover beads and add some new sparkle to make an eye-catching and fun bracelet.

Nov. 20 Sat. 2:00-5:00 $30.00

Mickey Kunkle, instructor

*Dandelions and Daggers - N5

Gather all your daggers, flowers, leaves and other top-drilled beads and learn how to make this awesome macramé bracelet. A fun and easy class, no experience needed, just lots of beads. Participants will learn how to build up the foundation, how to weave a toggle clasp and how to make a flower with stem on a macramé base.

Oct. 29 Fri. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Donna Barnako, instructor

*Dragonscale Bracelet - N6

Dragonscale is one of the most advanced, intricate chainmaille weaves out there! We will use aluminum jump rings in bright silver and a color of your choice to make this weave flashy and colorful – without breaking the bank. We will learn the weave and troubleshoot any problems in class so you can finish your bracelet at home. Prereq. This is an advanced class – students must be able to close jump rings flush and tight and have taken 2-3 previous chainmaille classes.

Nov. 27 Sat. 10:00-3:00 $50.00

Amy Sanders, instructor/$30 kit fee payable to instructor on day of class

*Fall Flight - N7

Using silk thread and a 3-strand clasp, make this whimsical 6-strand necklace. Bead tip technique shown. This is NOT the technique learned in the knotting class.

Oct. 18 Mon. 1:00-4:00 $30.00

Katie Taddeo, instructor

*Jewelry 101: Making a Business of Making Jewelry - N8

This workshop is geared towards helping the jewelry hobbyist and hand-crafter to start and run their own jewelry business. A practical, insightful crash course, taught by a seasoned jewelry handcrafter who has owned and operated her full-time jewelry business since 2006. You will learn EVERYTHING you need to know to get started, selling, managing production, marketing & sales, financial management and day to day operations -- including how to create your own website and sell online. You don't have to spend a lot of money to have a professional business and sell your designs.

Oct. 24 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $60.00

Andrea D’Ambrosia, instructor

*Mickey’s Interwoven Bracelet - N9

The instructor has re-invented an old class of hers using flexible beading wire instead of metal wire. This class is a good way to use the new metallic colors of flexwire available on the market today. Make a fabulous bracelet or two.

Sept. 25 Sat. 2:00-5:00 $30.00

Mickey Kunkle, instructor

*No Two Alike Again - N10

Come learn another way to wrap a cabochon. This technique is geared toward decoration that lies on the face of the stone, so larger cabochons are in order. There is no required kit fee, but the instructor will have square and half round wire as well as some stones available for purchase in the class. No prerequisite.

Oct. 20 Wed. 5:00-9:00 $40.00

Susan Lindsey, instructor

*Pearl Pizzaz - N11

Create sparkling rings with crystals and accented with a beautiful Swarovski pearl charm centerpiece. Using peyote stitch, make this elegant charm ring set. Wear all three rings together or mix and match the pieces. It is perfect touch to wear casually or on special occasions. For this class, students should be a little familiar with peyote stitch. Time will be spent learning the stitch in more depth. All levels welcome.

Sept. 26 Sun. 12:00-3:00 $30.00

Amy Katz, instructor/ Kit available for $40

*Rosary - N12

Mark a wire-wrapped rosary using semi-precious beads. Learn how to wire wrap and secure a divider.

Nov. 3 Wed. 6:00-9:00 $30.00

Nov. 8 Mon. 1:00-4:00

Katie Taddeo, instructor

*Serpentine Twist - N13

Create a necklace that twists and turns in an elegant and sculptural way. Add accent “rings” of crystals for the perfect touch. This peyote stitch and basic right angle weave piece is unique to its creator and no two necklaces are exactly the same. To participate in this class, students should have a good knowledge of flat peyote stitch and tubular even-count tubular peyote stitch. Theses stitches will be reviewed but not taught in class. Class Level: Intermediate.

Oct. 23 Sat. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Amy Katz, instructor/ Kit available for $80

*Shaggy Loops Bracelet - N14

The shaggy loops weave is simple and elegant, making it great for both beginner and advanced chainmailler. A simple chain of jump rings, with extra rings attached makes a lovely bracelet that ripples and sways with movement. You can leave it plain or add beads for even more glitz!

Sept. 26 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Amy Sanders, instructor/$35 (approx.) kit fee payable to instructor on day of class

*Stained Glass Star - N15

This holiday inspired project will liven up any home or tree. Students learn how to cut, grind, wrap and solder pieces of glass to form a hanging or free standing star. Prior glass cutting experience recommended.

Nov. 12 Fri. 10:00-1:30 $35.00

Kim Joy, instructor/$30.00 supply kit payable to instructor on day of class

*Stained Glass Triptych - N16

Using clear glass and pictures and photos create a unique gift for yourself or someone else. A triptych is a 3 panel display and we will make a two sided triptych. Bring photos and pictures or use some available in class. See sample for ideas. Prior glass cutting experience is helpful.

Dec. 17 Fri. 10:00-1:30 $35.00

Kim Joy, instructor/$30.00 supply kit payable to instructor on day of class

*Steampunk Style - N17

Learn to etch, rivet, shape, texture, patinate, torch and cut out metal while making a linked bracelet or watchband with a little steampunk style. Students will work with copper and brass sheet metal and wire which they will cut, shape and etch and then embellish and rivet with watch parts and other “steampunk” elements.

Nov. 19 Fri. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Donna Barnako, instructor/$25 supply fee payable to instructor on day of class.

*Swarovski Christmas Trees - N18

Make these cute Christmas trees out of Swarovski crystals while learning how to make and dangle wire wrapped loops from chain. Perfect for holiday gifts or to wear at a holiday party. Great for beginners!

Dec. 8 Wed. 1:00-3:00 $20.00

Rachel Stirling, instructor/$20 kit fee for bracelet and earrings

*Tennis with a Twist - N19

Create a sparkly tennis bracelet with crystals and pearls using peyote stitch and right angle weave techniques. Give a classic style a new twist forming links to achieve the “look.” To participate in this class, students must have a good knowledge of tubular even-count peyote stitch. The stitch will be reviewed but not taught in depth in class. Level: Intermediate.

Dec. 12 Sun. 12:00-4:00 $40.00

Amy Katz, instructor/Kit available for $60

*That Dagger Earring - N20

Make a dynamic earring using dagger beads, crystals and chain.

Dec. 13 Mon. 2:00-5:00 $30.00

Katie Taddeo, instructor

*The Love Knot - N21

Start with a gorgeous crystal of your choice, form a bezel of beads around the crystal. Make a ‘knot’ of seed beads and connect the crystal. Create a necklace strap of twisted Ndebele (herringbone) and work a self embellished clasp or complete your necklace with a purchased clasp. Feel free to work with one color or several, it’s your necklace and your option. Preque. Must know the peyote and be familiar with the Ndebele stitch.

Oct. 23 Sat. 10:00-4:00 $60.00

Diane Dennis, instructor

*Wrap That Chunk - N22

This is the class for those of you who have crystals or tumbled stones or rough stones that you want to turn into pendants. Bring you favorite chunks, or get a couple from the instructor. Learn two ways (or more if time allows) to wrap those irregular stones to make them elegant pendants. No required kit fee. The instructor will have square wire and half round and some stones available for purchase in the class. No prerequisite.

Oct. 6 Wed. 5:00-9:00 $40.00

Susan Lindsey, instructor