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Workshop PhotoSterling Concentricity Earrings

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at bead shows and local bead stores. She has been teaching at larger venues around the country since 2015. She specializes in traditional wire wrap design and loves to see her students succeed in her classes. She... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Fees: $87

You will make both pairs of these fun earrings in this class. The concentric circles offer all the beauty of hoop earrings and the teardrops move and turn within each graduating size. You will learn the proper technique to create movement in your own earrings. We will use sterling silver with a touch of gold-filled wire to create these... Read More

Workshop PhotoBasic Introduction to Silver Metal Clay, Fine Silver Jewelry

Instructor: Inez Flaugh
Inez Flaugh has always loved creating beautiful things with her hands and has dabbled in just about every media out there. Her love of glass and making jewelry is what started Inez down the path in Metal Clay. She took an Introduction to Metal Clay class in 2012 and her head exploded with ideas of... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Fees: $90

Learn the basics of working with silver metal clay while making your own beautiful pendant and/or earrings. In this class you will be working with Art Clay Silver to create your own unique Fine Silver jewelry using the following skills: Rolling and texturing the clay, refining and drilling to prevent breakage and setting 2 mm CZ(s) to... Read More

Workshop PhotoScratch ‘em Up Fine Silver Earrings

Instructor: Despina “Espie” Buoncristiani
Despina Buoncristiani, aka “Espie” has been intrigued with jewelry making since she was a teenager, taking apart old necklaces and creating new pieces with the vintage beads that were harvested. As an adult, with her graphic design background, it seemed a natural progression for her to... Read More

Skill Level: All- Metal clay and torching experience helpful but not required.
Dates/Times: July 26, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $125

Join me to create a one-of-a-kind pair of Fine Silver dangle earrings, which you will design your own custom texture for! This is a technique you will love to use over and over again. Once your components are constructed they will be refined and put into the kiln to fire. Once fired, you will construct your earwires and connecting loop... Read More

Workshop PhotoWIRE SCULPTURE PENDANT

Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou has been a practicing artist and teacher for over 40 years as well as a professional craftsman and jewelry designer who has been selected as an “Illustrious Artist” in addition to being the recipient of numerous awards at art shows and national competitions. Her work has been... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $135 » no refunds after June 1, 2019

You may have learned how to wrap a cabochon but now you can take it to the next level – you can learn how to do free form sculpting with wire to create elegant and distinctive pieces of jewelry. The final piece can be stand alone as a stunning pendant or you can go on to incorporate it into a necklace for a truly spectacular effect.... Read More

Workshop Photo3D Butterfly Pin

Instructor: Jennifer Shibona
Jennifer has been beading most of her life and for the last fifteen years or so teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 26, from 9:00am to 4:00pm
Fees: $145

Create your very own 3D Butterfly out of beads, fabric, bead foundation and wire. The ... Read More

Workshop PhotoAmazing Pendant using Micro-Chasing…Pushing and Pulling Metal-it’s Easier than it Sounds!

Instructor: Dutch Stowe
Dutch Stowe has been making jewelry for over 15 years and teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 26, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $86 » Workshop

Micro Chasing is based on two ancient techniques, Repousse and Chasing. Simply put, it’s a method of creating wonderful dimension and detail in metal by pushing and pulling it back to front and front to back. The classic European technique for this is complicated and requires many specialized tools-we will not be doing that in this... Read More

Workshop PhotoDULCE' TRES

Instructor: Phyllis Martin
http://Www.sewbeadazzled.com Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Fees: $40 » kit fee $65 payable in class

OH! It's a double-sided bling with thee rows of pearls and three rows of crystals, all captured in two different sizes of seed beads! And oh, look at the finish...!The Techniques learned in this class are Ladder Stitch & Herringbone, along with different finishing techniques. ... Read More

Workshop PhotoLets Face it! Copper Electroformed Pendant

Instructor: Terry Henry
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Fees: $135 » plus materials fee due in class - Materials Fee: $75-$95

Mountain Robbins Art Studios and Terry Henry Glassworks have teamed up to provide you an opportunity to create your own unique piece of wearable art. We will use the process of copper electroforming to create a setting for Judie Mountain’s hand made porcelain cabochon into a pendant. Other materials that will be available include... Read More

Workshop PhotoMake a Bead-Loom-Woven Bracelet or Choker with Slide Closure!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Fees: $69 » including all materials and printed instructions, plus $15 for loom and needles. A wide variety of bead and cord colors will be available.

Learn to set up and weave on a Native American style bead loom and create a beautiful, beaded bracelet or choker with a braided, macrame slide closure! In this class, you’ll learn to design your own weaving patterns, take home a finished bracelet or choker, and learn a unique, easy-to-use method of finishing off your woven projects.... Read More

Workshop PhotoBead Knotting

Instructor: Rose Klapman
Lampwork bead artist and jewelry designer, visit http://www.beadshaper.com Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Fees:
$50$25 » Kit fee

Learn the art of bead knotting. You can make a 1 strand or 2 strands small necklace as time allows. This is a wonderful technique to learn. Please bring cutting pliers and flat nose pliers. Read More

Workshop PhotoIntro to Wire Wrap Design in Sterling and Gold Filled

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at bead shows and local bead stores. She has been teaching at larger venues around the country since 2015. She specializes in traditional wire wrap design and loves to see her students succeed in her classes. She... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Fees: $90

This is a perfect class to learn how sterling silver and gold-filled square wire can come together to create a classic wire wrapped bracelet and a beautiful pair of earrings. You will learn to twist square wire and use half round wire to bind your wires together. You will learn a technique that is used to create curved surfaces on... Read More

Workshop PhotoBezel Set Fine Silver Ring

Instructor: Inez Flaugh
Inez Flaugh has always loved creating beautiful things with her hands and has dabbled in just about every media out there. Her love of glass and making jewelry is what started Inez down the path in Metal Clay. She took an Introduction to Metal Clay class in 2012 and her head exploded with ideas of... Read More

Skill Level: Advanced
Dates/Times: July 26, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Fees: $160

This project has so many techniques to learn it will make your head spin. In this class you will be working with Art Clay Silver to create your own unique bezel set cabochon ring using the following skills: Rolling and texturing the clay, making a ring sized to fit, sizing the platform to fit your cabochon and the decorative wire. You... Read More

Workshop PhotoBead Stringing Basics - Turn Your Bead Purchases into Wearable Jewelry!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Fees: $39 » including all materials EXCEPT beads & printed instructions. Bring your own Beads!

Are you buying beautiful beads at the show but don’t know what to do with them? Don’t wait! Come to this class and we’ll show you how to turn your purchases into the beautiful necklace or bracelet you’re fantasizing about. We have everything you need to string your beads and end them off with a professional-looking... Read More

Workshop PhotoEmbossed bracelet

Instructor: Dutch Stowe
Dutch Stowe has been making jewelry for over 15 years and teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Fees: $86 » Workshop

This stunning bracelet combines several techniques all of which require no torch or solder to create an outstanding piece that is easier to do than the result suggests! Using a combination of metal forging and embossing you will create a bracelet that looks both organic and polished. Using a SIZZIX embossing machine and embossing folders... Read More

Workshop PhotoPENDANT WITH FLOWERS AND LEAVES

Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou has been a practicing artist and teacher for over 40 years as well as a professional craftsman and jewelry designer who has been selected as an “Illustrious Artist” in addition to being the recipient of numerous awards at art shows and national competitions. Her work has been... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Fees: $135 » no refunds after June 1, 2019

Fee includes one of Merilou’s custom made dichroic cabochons (your choice), sterling silver and 14K gold fill wire, a Hill Tribe silver flower and leaf (99.9% pure silver), a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of Merilou’s 12 page instruction book featuring complete instructions with color step... Read More

Workshop PhotoAll Stacked Up Sterling Silver Rings

Instructor: Despina “Espie” Buoncristiani
Despina Buoncristiani, aka “Espie” has been intrigued with jewelry making since she was a teenager, taking apart old necklaces and creating new pieces with the vintage beads that were harvested. As an adult, with her graphic design background, it seemed a natural progression for her to... Read More

Skill Level: All. Previous torch or soldering experience helpful but not required.
Dates/Times: July 26-July 27, from 2:30pm to 8:30pm
Fees: $135

Come and make some noise with us, and create a cute, sturdy, 3 piece set of Sterling Silver stackable rings! You will learn the basics of soldering, using 2 types of solder, sizing your rings, texturing, stamping, and finishing. By the end of class you will have a set of rings that you can stack or wear individually. They are sure to... Read More

Workshop PhotoBeaded Macrame, Every Possible Way (with sliding closure)!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 3:00pm to 5:30pm
Fees: $69 » including all materials and printed instructions. A variety of cord and beads will be available

In this class, you will learn the basics of macramé knotting and then choose from a fascinating variety of bead placements to create a unique bracelet of your own! We will cover a variety of usual and very unusual ways to combine beads with cord. You will come away with a finished bracelet, along with detailed, printed instructions... Read More

Workshop PhotoBead Crochet Necklace

Instructor: Rose Klapman
Lampwork bead artist and jewelry designer, visit http://www.beadshaper.com Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Fees:
$70$40 » Kit fee

In this class you will be able to make a wire crocheted necklace. It is simple and fun. You will wear your lovely necklace home. Handout provided. Please bring cutting pliers and flat nose pliers. Read More

Workshop PhotoSterling Twisted Wrap Bracelet and Ring

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at bead shows and local bead stores. She has been teaching at larger venues around the country since 2015. She specializes in traditional wire wrap design and loves to see her students succeed in her classes. She... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Fees: $85

This is a fun class that works up quickly and accents the gemstone beads and the matching focal. After finishing your bracelet, you will learn how to make a matching ring to complete the set. You will have your choice of bead color. Class fee includes sterling silver wire, beads of choice, written instructions with photographs and use... Read More

Workshop PhotoTiamat’s Treasure

Instructor: Jennifer Shibona
Jennifer has been beading most of her life and for the last fifteen years or so teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 26, from 5:00pm to 8:30pm
Fees: $100

You will create a bead embroidered pendant using fabric, a metal washer and seed ... Read More

Workshop PhotoPeyote with a Twist

Instructor: Kim Fox
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 26, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Fees: $125

This class uses peyote with a twist to create a highly dimensional bracelet that can be customized to fit the width and length that you want. Some experience with even or odd peyote is highly recommended as the peyote with a twist takes off from that basic stitch. We will be using size 8 beads and Fireline to stitch the bracelet together.... Read More

Workshop PhotoSterling Earths Treasures Bracelet

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 27, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Fees: $95

I chose the name for this bracelet because of the beautiful double drilled stones that I have found to incorporate into this tailored wire wrapped bracelet. You will use sterling silver wire and traditional wire wrapping techniques to create this beautiful bracelet. You will have your choice of stone beads including impression jasper,... Read More

Workshop PhotoWrap and Roll Fine Silver Ring

Instructor: Inez Flaugh
Inez Flaugh has always loved creating beautiful things with her hands and has dabbled in just about every media out there. Her love of glass and making jewelry is what started Inez down the path in Metal Clay. She took an Introduction to Metal Clay class in 2012 and her head exploded with ideas of... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Fees: $90

Create this unique wrap ring while learning the basics of working in metal clay and sizing a ring to fit. In this class you will be working with Art Clay Silver to create your own unique Fine Silver ring using the following skills: Creating the ring sized to fit post firing, rolling and texturing the clay, refining and shaping the band to... Read More

Workshop PhotoFREEFORM OBJECT WITH WOVEN BAIL

Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou has been a practicing artist and teacher for over 40 years as well as a professional craftsman and jewelry designer who has been selected as an “Illustrious Artist” in addition to being the recipient of numerous awards at art shows and national competitions. Her work has been... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $135 » no refunds after June 1, 2019

Fee includes a freeform drusy (your choice), sterling silver and 14K gold fill wire, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of Merilou’s 12 page instruction book featuring complete instructions with color step by step photographs, all of which is yours to take home. You will also have the use of all... Read More

Workshop PhotoJingle, Jangle, Bangles!

Instructor: Despina “Espie” Buoncristiani
Despina Buoncristiani, aka “Espie” has been intrigued with jewelry making since she was a teenager, taking apart old necklaces and creating new pieces with the vintage beads that were harvested. As an adult, with her graphic design background, it seemed a natural progression for her to... Read More

Skill Level: All. Some hand tool experience helpful but not required.
Dates/Times: July 27, from 9:00am to 1:30pm
Fees: $140

Do you love to stack bangles on your wrist? Love the sound that they make? In this class you will learn how to cold connect Fine Silver wire with rivets to create 2 Industrial Chic bangles. Texture, detail, shape, and strength will be added by hammering them. Final shaping and sizing will be done on a mandrel for the perfect fit. Golden... Read More

Workshop Photo3D Lizard /Dragon Pin

Instructor: Jennifer Shibona
Jennifer has been beading most of her life and for the last fifteen years or so teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 27, from 9:00am to 4:00pm
Fees: $150

Create your very own little 3D Lizard or Dragon. Watch it come to life as you place ... Read More

Workshop PhotoStunning Cabochon Pendants with no Solder Bezel Setting

Instructor: Dutch Stowe
Dutch Stowe has been making jewelry for over 15 years and teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate. Beginners if some skill with hand tools
Dates/Times: July 27, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $86 » Workshop

This surprisingly easy “cold”, no solder/torch connection technique is an unconventional method to set a beautiful Cabochon. Using any size, type or cut of stone you will create a unique copper setting that will enhance its color and shape. Intermediate skill level recommended but beginners with some skill using simple hand... Read More

Workshop PhotoDO DADS , WRAPS, & SPRINGS WIRE CLASS

Instructor: Phyllis Martin
http://Www.sewbeadazzled.com Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Fees: $40 » kit fee $30 payable in class

Personalize a link chain with your favorite crystal colors, pearls and wire. Learn to wrap, make the "PERFECT EYE PIN" ,coil, make springs hammer & much more using three different gauges of wire to create your own charming bracelet. You will also learn how to have your tools work for you ! ... Read More

Workshop PhotoLets Face it! Copper Electroformed Ring

Instructor: Terry Henry
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Fees: $135 » plus materials fee due in class - Materials Fee: $75-$95

Mountain Robbins Art Studios and Terry Henry Glassworks have teamed up to provide you an opportunity to create your own unique piece of wearable art. We will use the process of copper electroforming to create a setting for Judie Mountain’s hand made porcelain cabochon into a ring. Other materials that will be available include:... Read More

Workshop PhotoSweet Pea Chain Maille Bracelet

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Fees: $69 » including all materials and printed instructions. A variety of clasp & jump ring colors will be available.

Learn this attractive and very popular chain maille weave. Choose from a variety of jump ring colors. Once you make your first bracelet, you’ll want to make them in every color combination! ... Read More

Workshop PhotoViking Knit Bracelet

Instructor: Rose Klapman
Lampwork bead artist and jewelry designer, visit http://www.beadshaper.com Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Fees:
$70$50 » Kit fee

Come and enjoy this very popular class. Learning this centuries old technique. Handout provided. Read More

Workshop PhotoSculpey Polymer Clay Demo

Instructor: Syndee Holt
Sculpey Brand Ambassador Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Fees: $0 » free demos

Syndee Holt, the Sculpey Brand Ambassador will demo how to use cabochon and bezel molds to make your own feature pieces from Sculpey polymer clay on Saturday at 1 pm and 3 pm. Read More

Workshop PhotoSterling and Golden Twist Bracelet

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at bead shows and local bead stores. She has been teaching at larger venues around the country since 2015. She specializes in traditional wire wrap design and loves to see her students succeed in her classes. She... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Fees: $95

You will use sterling silver and gold-filled wire to create this classically elegant bracelet. You will learn to manipulate your gold-filled wire so that it has a uniform look as it twists around your sterling silver. The techniques taught in class will be to create a consistent wire wave, how to wrap with half round wire and how to... Read More

Workshop PhotoBezel Set Fine Silver Pendant

Instructor: Inez Flaugh
Inez Flaugh has always loved creating beautiful things with her hands and has dabbled in just about every media out there. Her love of glass and making jewelry is what started Inez down the path in Metal Clay. She took an Introduction to Metal Clay class in 2012 and her head exploded with ideas of... Read More

Skill Level: Advanced
Dates/Times: July 27, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Fees: $180

This beautiful pendant is a fusion of new and old. The new of working with Art Clay silver to create the base for the cabochon and the old using traditional metal smithing techniques to create and set the bezel and decorative wire in place. The following skills will be used: Rolling and texturing the clay to create the platform to fit... Read More

Workshop PhotoBead Stringing Basics - Turn Your Bead Purchases into Wearable Jewelry!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Fees: $39 » including all materials EXCEPT beads & printed instructions. Bring your own Beads!

Are you buying beautiful beads at the show but don’t know what to do with them? Don’t wait! Come to this class and we’ll show you how to turn your purchases into the beautiful necklace or bracelet you’re fantasizing about. We have everything you need to string your beads and end them off with a professional-looking... Read More

Workshop PhotoEmbossed bracelet

Instructor: Dutch Stowe
Dutch Stowe has been making jewelry for over 15 years and teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Fees: $86 » Workshop

This stunning bracelet combines several techniques all of which require no torch or solder to create an outstanding piece that is easier to do than the result suggests! Using a combination of metal forging and embossing you will create a bracelet that looks both organic and polished. Using a SIZZIX embossing machine and embossing folders... Read More

Workshop PhotoPEARL KNOTTING /INTRO to BEADING

Instructor: Phyllis Martin
http://Www.sewbeadazzled.com Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Fees: $40 » kit fee $45

Why Knot combine these two classes into one? This is a technique class where you will make two pieces of jewelry! How does completing a pearl knotted bracelet sound ? Learning tips & tricks to get that perfectly placed Knot! . After you've designed your necklace ,string , add a chain for length & crimp! ... Read More

Workshop PhotoSWAROVSKI EARRINGS

Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou has been a practicing artist and teacher for over 40 years as well as a professional craftsman and jewelry designer who has been selected as an “Illustrious Artist” in addition to being the recipient of numerous awards at art shows and national competitions. Her work has been... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Fees: $135 » no refunds after June 1, 2019

Fee includes sterling silver wire, 22 4mm Swarovski crystal cubes (color of your choice), a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of Merilou’s 12 page instruction book featuring complete instructions with color step by step photographs, all of which is yours to take home. You will also have the use of all... Read More

Workshop PhotoBeaded Kumihimo Bracelet with Button Closure!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 3:00pm to 5:30pm
Fees: $69 » including all materials and printed instructions, plus $15 for Kumihimo Tools kit.

In this class, you will learn the (surprisingly simple) basics of Kumihimo, the ancient art of Japanese braiding. You will then learn to combine this finely detailed (but still easy!) braiding with metal beads to create this unusual and beautiful bracelet! You will come away with a finished bracelet, along with detailed, printed... Read More

Workshop PhotoSgraffito Torch Enameled Earrings

Instructor: Despina “Espie” Buoncristiani
Despina Buoncristiani, aka “Espie” has been intrigued with jewelry making since she was a teenager, taking apart old necklaces and creating new pieces with the vintage beads that were harvested. As an adult, with her graphic design background, it seemed a natural progression for her to... Read More

Skill Level: All. Some torch experience helpful but not required.
Dates/Times: July 27, from 3:30pm to 7:30pm
Fees: $99

Create a beautiful, colorful pair of enamel earrings without the use of a kiln...in its place, we will be using a torch! In this class you will learn how to customize and prep your copper pieces, sift and layer your enamels, work with liquid enamels, and, before your final torching, draw your designs. A variety of enamel colors will be... Read More

Workshop PhotoSterling Concentricity Earrings

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at bead shows and local bead stores. She has been teaching at larger venues around the country since 2015. She specializes in traditional wire wrap design and loves to see her students succeed in her classes. She... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Fees: $87

You will make both pairs of these fun earrings in this class. The concentric circles offer all the beauty of hoop earrings and the teardrops move and turn within each graduating size. You will learn the proper technique to create movement in your own earrings. We will use sterling silver with a touch of gold-filled wire to create these... Read More

Workshop PhotoUnder the Sea

Instructor: Jennifer Shibona
Jennifer has been beading most of her life and for the last fifteen years or so teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 27, from 5:00pm to 8:30pm
Fees: $100

You will learn how to do bead embroidery to create a pendant using a shell as the main focal point. You will incorporate many different style beads to achieve a more organic look. Main portion of the pendant is done with bead embroidery and finished off with an edge stitch and fringe. ... Read More

Workshop PhotoDay Dreamer

Instructor: Kim Fox
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 27, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Fees: $85

Learn the Day Dreamer Stitch using right angle weave. We will make a bracelet out of this stitch using super duo beads as well as size 11 seed beads. There will be color options available so that your piece can be uniquely yours. We will be using a big eye needle and fireline to stitch your beautiful bracelet together. The Day Dreamer was... Read More

Workshop PhotoEclectic Slide Fine Silver Pendant

Instructor: Inez Flaugh
Inez Flaugh has always loved creating beautiful things with her hands and has dabbled in just about every media out there. Her love of glass and making jewelry is what started Inez down the path in Metal Clay. She took an Introduction to Metal Clay class in 2012 and her head exploded with ideas of... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 28, from 8:30am to 12:30pm
Fees: $110

This pendant is sure to keep you intrigued with the motion. In this class you will be able to create your own unique pendant using gemstones with motion, as well as enhance the beauty with additional bling. The following skills will be used to create this piece: rolling, texturing and cutting clay for the moving gemstones, create a... Read More

Workshop PhotoSterling and Golden Twist Bracelet

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at bead shows and local bead stores. She has been teaching at larger venues around the country since 2015. She specializes in traditional wire wrap design and loves to see her students succeed in her classes. She... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Fees: $95

You will use sterling silver and gold-filled wire to create this classically elegant bracelet. You will learn to manipulate your gold-filled wire so that it has a uniform look as it twists around your sterling silver. The techniques taught in class will be to create a consistent wire wave, how to wrap with half round wire and how to... Read More

Workshop PhotoUnder the Sea

Instructor: Jennifer Shibona
Jennifer has been beading most of her life and for the last fifteen years or so teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 28, from 9:00am to 12:30pm
Fees: $100

You will learn how to do bead embroidery to create a pendant using a shell as the main focal point. You will incorporate many different style beads to achieve a more organic look. Main portion of the pendant is done with bead embroidery and finished off with an edge stitch and fringe. ... Read More

Workshop PhotoSNOW AND ICE RING

Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou has been a practicing artist and teacher for over 40 years as well as a professional craftsman and jewelry designer who has been selected as an “Illustrious Artist” in addition to being the recipient of numerous awards at art shows and national competitions. Her work has been... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $135 » no refunds after June 1, 2019

Fee includes sterling silver wire, Swarovski pearls, Swarovski crystals, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of Merilou’s 12 page instruction book featuring complete instructions with color step by step photographs, all of which is yours to take home. You will also have the use of all tools to... Read More

Workshop PhotoHalf Moon Rising Fine Silver Semi-Precious Stone Earrings

Instructor: Despina “Espie” Buoncristiani
Despina Buoncristiani, aka “Espie” has been intrigued with jewelry making since she was a teenager, taking apart old necklaces and creating new pieces with the vintage beads that were harvested. As an adult, with her graphic design background, it seemed a natural progression for her to... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate.. Metal clay experience required.
Dates/Times: July 28, from 9:00am to 4:00pm
Fees: $135

Take your jewelry making skills to the next level by combining your Metal Clay techniques with traditional Metalsmithing. In this 3-step torch firing process you will first create your base pieces, then attach your bezel cups, and finally add Sterling Silver wires by soldering, to construct the attached earwires. A patina will be added to... Read More

Workshop PhotoFanciful Segmented Copper Bracelet with Embossing

Instructor: Dutch Stowe
Dutch Stowe has been making jewelry for over 15 years and teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Fees: $86 » Workshop

We love segmented bracelets! This class teaches you how by using copper panels of any shape – even free form, you can create unique bracelets. You will also learn how to make your own clasp which will add to the cachet of your beautiful bracelet. The techniques you will learn in this class are particularly valuable as they work in... Read More

Workshop PhotoCHAIN GANG

Instructor: Phyllis Martin
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Fees: $35 » kit fee 35

Embellishing chain is what this necklace is all about. You'll learn a little to weave seed beads & crystals into a chain .the amount of beads to use per 1/2 in. will depend on the link chain you have chosen ! Balance out your piece using Pearls. It's a great necklace to give as a gift to yourself! This necklace is for all... Read More

Workshop PhotoLearn the Art of Knotless Netting & Make an Unusual Pendant Necklace!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Fees: $69

Learn this uncommon, finely detailed technique for enclosing a stone and create a beautiful necklace! You’ll choose a from a wide range of natural stones and use fine wire to enclose your stone using the art of Knotless Netting. You’ll then choose from a variety of chains to hang your pendant to make a very special necklace.... Read More

Workshop PhotoSemi-precious Bead Bracelet with Wire

Instructor: Rose Klapman
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Fees:
$50 » workshop fee
$20 » kit and supplies

Come join us to learn the basics of wire wrapping, attaching a clasp, and overall bracelet design. List of tools student needs to bring to class: 1 needle hose pliers 1 flat nose pliers 1 wire cutter 1 mat for beads Read More

Workshop PhotoSterling Earths Treasures Bracelet

Instructor: Ronda Stevens
Ronda has been teaching wire wrap design and soldering classes over 10 years at ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 28, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Fees: $95

I chose the name for this bracelet because of the beautiful double drilled stones that I have found to incorporate into this tailored wire wrapped bracelet. You will use sterling silver wire and traditional wire wrapping techniques to create this beautiful bracelet. You will have your choice of stone beads including impression jasper,... Read More

Workshop PhotoTiamat’s Treasure

Instructor: Jennifer Shibona
Jennifer has been beading most of her life and for the last fifteen years or so teaching ... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 28, from 1:00pm to 4:30pm
Fees: $100

You will create a bead embroidered pendant using fabric, a metal washer and seed ... Read More

Workshop PhotoBead Stringing Basics - Turn Your Bead Purchases into Wearable Jewelry!

Instructor: Susan Ryza
Susan Ryza designs & fabricates hand-crafted jewelry using a variety of materials, including wire, cord, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, plate metal, chain, fabric & ribbon. As a jewelry teacher as well as a designer, she loves learning & incorporating new techniques & methods –... Read More

Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Fees: $39 » including all materials EXCEPT beads & printed instructions. Bring your own Beads!

Are you buying beautiful beads at the show but don’t know what to do with them? Don’t wait! Come to this class and we’ll show you how to turn your purchases into the beautiful necklace or bracelet you’re fantasizing about. We have everything you need to string your beads and end them off with a professional-looking... Read More

Workshop PhotoMy Little Princess Fine Silver Ring

Instructor: Inez Flaugh
Inez Flaugh has always loved creating beautiful things with her hands and has dabbled in just about every media out there. Her love of glass and making jewelry is what started Inez down the path in Metal Clay. She took an Introduction to Metal Clay class in 2012 and her head exploded with ideas of... Read More

Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: July 28, from 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Fees: $110

This is such a delicate ring, it could be worn on the pinky or any other finger and look simply elegant, hence My Little Princess. This will be a fun class to learn the following skills: Proper sizing of the ring for proper fit post firing, rolling a snake band, setting 2mm CZs, adding a bezel cup to the band for the cabochon and choosing... Read More

Workshop PhotoViking Knit Leather Bracelet

Instructor: Rose Klapman
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Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: July 28, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Fees:
$70 » Class fee
$40 » Kit fee

Come join us and make a very on trend leather bracelet. We will use a large lazy daisy spacer and Viking Knit stitch to complete the bracelet. Read More
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