Learn about the different stringing materials, tools and findings and how they are used. Learn how to crimp, knot and attach clasps in a professional looking manner. Create two necklaces in class, one on bead cord and one on beading wire.

chain nose pliers
round nose pliers
side cutters or scissors
crimper

* tools available for use in store

Learn the basics of working with wire, including making your own jump rings, split rings, coils, loops, wrapped loops and more. These are not only practical skills, but skills that will allow you to be more creative with all your beading projects.

20-22 ga plated or colored wire
(10’ +)
beads for necklace and earrings

chain nose pliers
round nose pliers
flush cutters

*tools available for use in store

A quick and easy class for beginners and a fun opportunity to meet other beaders. Learn to make a necklace or a bracelet on beading wire with the use of the crimping tool.

* tools available for use in store

Learn how to make consistant, good-looking loops and wrapped loops while completing a couple pair of earrings in this one-hour beginner class!

Supplies

Enough beads for a pair of earrings
24 gauge headpins
Earwires

*tools available for use in store

String pearls, knotting between each bead to protect the pearls and add style to your piece.

Guest Instructor: Carol Cathey

Pearls or other beads
Size #2 bead cord
2 bead tips

Tools

Awl or tweezers

* tools available for use in store

Beaded Snowflake Ornament

Try this snowflake pattern ornament for your own tree or for a gift. Feel free to choose any color scheme you wish and have some fun with it.
Guest Instructor: Adel

12 6mm bicone swarovski crystals: 12 of the same color or 6 of one color and 6 of another color.
size 11 jap. seed beads.
beading needles.
Fireline 6lb.
thin ribbon (optional)

Tools

* tools available for use in store

Peyote Stitch

This bracelet consist of Seed beads woven with Peyote method to form Beads. They are woven flat and then joined
to make a tube like bead. After desired number are made they can easily be added to Soft flex wire, or cord.
This peyote Beaded Bead can bead created in many sizes, shapes, patterns and styles. This design is a starter piece
for new Peyote beaders who can learn this stitch in a couple of hours, make a piece to wear and understand the
concept and will be able to continue onto bigger and better pieces.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Size 11 seed beads (any color)
accent beads (example uses 8mm silver beads and 4-5mm black beads)
beading wire
nymo
crimp beads
clasp
needle
safety chain (optional)

Chain nose pliers
scissors
side cutters

* tools available for use in store

Crystal & Pearl Spiral Bracelet

Learn a new twist on Spiral. Add pearls or larger beads to make the spiral unique or just all crystals would create a nice piece. Experiment with this design to create new bracelets or necklaces.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies
Very Fine Soft Touch .010
125 Crystals
50-60 Pearls
Size 11 Seed beads
Fireline 6lb
Clasp
Drop Chain
Two Crimp beads

Tools

10 -12 Needles
Scissors
Pliers

* tools available for use in store

Honeycomb bracelet

Another fun Swarovski crystal pattern that is easy to learn.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

approx. 200 4mm bicone crystals
clasp
illusion (monofilimnet) cord OR
fireline for stringing
safety chain (optional)

chain nose pliers
cutters or scissors
beading needle

* tools available for use in store

Swarovski Tube Pendant

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

2 bags of 6mm bicones
Spyder Wire
Nymo or Fire Wire
Leather/rubber cording
Steriling Hook & Eye ends

tweezers

* tools available for use in store

Swarovski Bracelet

You've seen this sparkling bracelet on display in the store, now you can make your own. By popular request, Carol has agreed to teach this pattern of Swarovski bicones.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

10 bags 4mm crystals for a bracelet 7 in. long.
Sz 10 or 11 seed beads
Beading needle
Spyder Wire
Nymo or Fire Wire
Clasp
Glue

tweezers

* tools available for use in store

Flat Chain Maille Bracelet

Simple, but elegant flat maille patterns will liven up your repertoire of jewelry skills!

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

approx. 500 4mm jump rings OR
approx. 300 6mm jump rings
clasp

2 pair chain nose pliers
flush cutters

* tools available for use in store

Flat Chain Maille Earrings

For the holidays and for the everyday earring, try the Flat Maille earrings. Great for beginners. For those who have little to no Chain maille experience this should be a good starting class. The class should allow enough time for you to complete both earrings. We have two versions of the earrings that will be taught during the 3 hour class.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

300 size 5mm 18ga or 19ga rings
One large 8 mm or 9mm 18ga ring
Earring post or hooks.
Crystal or bead for the tassel.
2 24 gauge head pins

Confetti Chain Maille Bracelet

For a newly designed chain maille pattern that is full of fun and sassy!
Confetti is a simple version of chain maille. The center is simple rings with many tiny rings looping all through out the chain. This piece will make you smile because of the feel and the color choices you have are endless. This piece is for the beginner and for the novice.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

30-50 Size 7mm 17ga rings
100 size 6mm 18ga rings
A tube of size 8 seed beads any color
clasp

Large Chain maille and Crystal Bracelet

This beautiful HEAVY chain maille piece is a must for those who like silver and especially like Chain maille.
The bracelet is stunning in its size and the pattern. You will make more than one once you are hooked.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

12 Round Crystals 6mm
25 LARGE 12-14 mm 18+ gauge Jump Rings
~100 8mm 18 GA jump rings
Heavy Clasp
2 Crimp beads
Stringing wire

Tools

Chain nose pliers
2nd pliers (bent preferred)
Crimping pliers if you like
Crimp covers if you like
Flush Cutters

* tools available for use in store

NEW Chain Maille and Crystal or Pearl Bracelet

Designed By: Deanna Kittrell dsdesigns@surewest.net

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

-48 5mm bicones (2 bags)
-8 4mm bicones for ends
-142 5mm 18ga jump rings
(2 bags ss-jr40-5)
-48 6mm 18ga jump rings
(1 bag 186bs-100)
-Heavy 2 strand clasp
-2 Crimp beads
-Stringing wire

Tools

Chain nose pliers
2nd pliers (bent preferred)
Crimping pliers

Flush Cutters

* tools available for use in store

Braided bracelet using Ladder Stitch

Create a versatile bracelet using 1-5 color of seed beads that will look braided together to form this beautiful bracelet.
Level of expertise....Beginner

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Supplies
Size 8 seed beads (one color)
size 11 seed beads ( 3 - 5 colors)
Nymo or Illusion cord
Clasp and chain if you want drop chain

Tools

Needles
Scissors

* tools available for use in store

Knot Chain Maille

A simple, but exotic looking chain maille pattern. Great for beginners!

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

6 mm 18 ga jump rings 100
7.5 mm 17 ga jump rings 25
Clasp
Charm if desired

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Bent nose pliers
straight pliers

Spiral Weave Bracelet

Make this beautiful bracelet with glass beads or pearls.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

small container of 8mm seed beads
3-4 strands of the 3mm pearls / czech glass beads / stones
small container of size 10 miyuki or seed beads
Fire Line one spool
Cones
Clasp
Chain
Needles
Glue

Tools

Scissors
Pliers

Byzantine and Box Chain Maille Bracelets

Learn two techniques in one class. Using one standard weave to create two different designs you can't go wrong.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Byzantine:
125 7mm 17 or 18 ga. Jump Rings
clasp
Chain
charm ( if desired )

Box:
150 6mm 18 ga Jump rings
Clasp
Chain

Tools

Bent nose pliers
Chain nose pliers

Swarowski Square Pendant

This beautiful pendant is made with 4mm Swarowski crystals, 4mm czech fire polish beads and size 11 seed beads.

Instructor: Michelle

Supplies

36 4 mm swarovski bicones
1 - strand czech glass 4mm round beads
size 11 seed beads
approx. 1-2 yards of monofilament

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Optional:
tweezers with a very fine pointed tip
pearl beading needles

Round Chain Maille

A simple, but exotic looking chain maille pattern. Great for beginners!

Instructor: Carol

Supplies
125-150 Rings in size 6mm 18ga or 7mm 17ga
Clasp
4mm - Stone beads or crystals if you want to run them through
wire
crimps

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Bent nose pliers and or flat pliers
Wire cutters
and Chain for a safety chain if you like

Rectangle Bead Bangle

This fabulous rectangle bead and wire bracelet that will fire up your imagination... the sky is the limit :)

Instructor: Hedi Rivers

Supplies

7 rectangular beads 4x4x12-13 mm
14 round Sterling Silver or G.F. beads, 3 mm
20 gauge Round wire, half-hard (10”)
20 gauge Square wire, dead-soft (40”)
20 gauge Half-Round wire, half-hard (30”)

(fragile beads such as Turquoise will not work)

Wire Cutters
Flat (square) Nose Pliers
Chain Nose Pliers
Round Nose Pliers
Pin Vise
Polishing Cloth or Nylon-Pliers
Bracelet Mandrel
Small File
Masking Tape (low-tack)
Ruler
Fine-point permanent Marker

Fancy Wire Rings

Learn how to make 2 gorgeous wire wrapped rings, you choose Sterling Silver or gold filled wire and we will create an adjustable gracefully sculpted ring and a beautiful "wire-knotted" ring.

Instructor: Hedi Rivers

Supplies

Approx. 48” 20 gauge Square Wire (Sterling Silver or G.F.)

12-15” 20 gauge Half-Round, Half-Hard Wire

Pin Vise
Small File
Masking Tape
Ruler
Fine tip Permanent Marker
Polishing Cloth
Ring Mandrel
Round Nose Pliers
Chain Nose Pliers
Flat (square) Nose Pliers
Wire Cutters

Swirl Wrapped Pendant

Two soft waves on top and bottom will show off your beautiful gemstone cabachon.

Instructor: Hedi Rivers

Supplies

Approx. 30” of 20 gauge Round Wire, Soft

Cabachon, preferably oval shape, 22x30mm or 30x40mm

(avoid circular or rectangular shapes)

Wire cutters
Flat (square) Nose Pliers
Round Nose Pliers
Polishing Cloth
Small File
Low-tack masking tape
Ruler
Fine-point permanent marker

Crystal Wave Bracelet

Try experimenting with Crystals and Pearls to form a beautiful wave bracelet pretty for any occasion.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies
12 6 or 8 mm Crystals
40 4mm crystals
Seed Beads size 11
tiny pearls or other filler beads
10 2 strand spacers
Double strand clasp
Beading wire
Crimp beads

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Pliers
Crimpers

* tools available for use in store

Wire Knit Bracelet

Why not try knitting with wire? You can make a beautiful silver or gold wire knit bracelet in class and make the necklace at home with your newly acquired skills!

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

24 gauge Dead Soft Wire Silver Wire or Copper

Cones for the ends

Clasp

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Flat nose Pliers without ridgesNeedle nose pliers
Short Needle Awl. Teacher will have ones to share But you may purchase them at Lowes.
Wire Jigs (made with wood) will be provide by teacher or you may purchase one for $25.00.

Half Persian Chain Maille

Looking for a new weave in Chain Maille? Try the Half Persian Chain maille. This can be designed for both men and women. Using larger and thicker rings you can make this for the man in your life or smaller sizes for yourself.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

100 size 8mm 18ga or 16 ga open jump rings
clasp

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Bent nose pliers
flat nose pliers

Turkish Round Chain Maille

Turkish Round is a play on the ROUND weave. If you have accomplished the round you should try the next step and work with Turkish Round. This is a heavy and beautiful weave. This would be an intermediate class.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

200-225 7mm 17 ga Jump Rings
Clasp
Drop Chain
Charm if you like.

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Bent nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Jump ring tool

Barrell Weave Chain maille

Barrell weave is a farily new Chain maille pattern. This is also know as Rhinos Snorting Drano (I know what is that about) I prefer Barrell Weave. This is an easy beginners chain maille but time consumming. Lovely weave.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

6mm 18 ga jump rings open
clasp
Drop chain
Charm is you like

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Bent nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Wire cutters
Jump ring tool

Bead Crochet Bracelet

Learn the basic Bead Crochet stitch. This is very different from Crochet. If you do not know how to crochet this is your class. If you do know how to crochet why not learn a new form of Crochet. With bead crochet you are able to make Necklaces, bracelets and purse straps.Using an invisible connection you are learning to make a seamless bracelet with no need for a clasp. In this class you will learn with PONY Beads the basic stitch then we will move to size 8 seed beads. Threads for the size 8s would be upholstery thread, Pearl Cotton, or a thread of this consistency.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Size 8 seed beads
Pearl Cotton

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Size 7 Crochet Hook

Square Crystal Bracelet

Try this new Round yet Square design using 4mm Crystal. This design is easy and fun to work with. You will learn the technique and how to finish this bracelet. For the perfect gift consider creating this bracelet with any color available in Crystals.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

120-150 crystals in 4mm any color
Superfine Beading Wire .010 only
Clasp
2 Eyepins
CONES
Drop chain if desired

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Flat nose pliers
Round nose pliers
Scissors

Victorian Lace Necklace

Learn Chevron stitch while making this lovely and versatile necklace. This is simple design which will give your inner creativity an opportunity to play with colors.

Instructor: Yerka

Supplies

10g size 11/0 seed beads
35 4mm round pearls
35 6mm round pearls
one 8 or 10mm round pearl for clasp
beading thread (Fireline or Nymo)

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

beading needles #12
beading pad
scissors

Vintage Crystal Pendant Necklace

Learn how to make this gorgeous pendant using only your basic beading talent. You will enjoy creating this piece with endless color possibilities of Swarovski crystals.

Instructor: Yerka

Supplies

four 6mm bicones color A
four 6mm bicones color B
four 6 mm faceted rounds color C
twelve 4mm bicones color D
eight 4mm bicones color E
seventy-six 4mm round
crystal pearls (more
needed for longer necklace)
5g 11/0 seed beads
one lobster claw clasp
two 4mm closed rings
two 4mm open jump rings
2mm crimp beads
two crimp bead covers (optional)
clear nylon thread (fishing line)

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

beading pad
crimping pliers
chain nose pliers
side scissors

Seed Bead Tubular Herringbone

Want to play with Seed Beads? If you are like me you love seed beads and want to learn every pattern you can to use them with. How about a new design using Tubular Herringbone. This Beautiful new piece includes a Pewter or Sterling silver charm which every suits you and Silver chain.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Seed beads in two close colors
Fireline
Clasp
Jewelry Wire

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Size 10 beading needles
Chain Nose Plier
Scissors

Crystal Braid Bracelet

Interested in a new Crystal Bracelet. We never get enough of these Crystals and why should we. Learn a new design for this spring. Crystals and seed beads make up this new design and what a beauty it is!

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

4mm Crystals 3-4 packs
6mm Crystals 1-2 packs
Fireline
Clasp
Jewelry Wire

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Size 10 beading needles
Chain Nose Pliers
Scissors

Chain Maille Watch

What better way to show off your Chain Maille than with this NEW Design for a watch band. Learn a new weave that is easy for beginners but great for everyone.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Watch Face
100 Size 6mm 18ga Jump Rings
Clasp

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Chain nose Pliers

Memory Wire Bracelet

Have you ever wanted to play with Memory Wire. Here is a new bracelet that will dazzle anyone. This is a memory wire with crystal project that would make a great prom bracelet or wonderful present.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Memory wire
4mm bicones (3-4 bags)
~120 seed beads or 2mm spacers
3-hole spacer bars
head pins
charm (optional)

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Chain nose pliers
Round nose pliers
Memory wire shears

Sparkling Pearls

Are you a bride to be? or just love pearls? This necklace may just be your new favorite!!

Instructor: Hedi Rivers

Supplies

37 4mm AB Bicone crystals
19 6mm Swarovski Pearls
18 10 mm Swarovski Pearls
Size 11 Seed Beeds
2 Sterling Silver Clamshell beadtips
1 Sterling Silver clasp
Fireline

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Chain Nose pliers
Flat Nose pliers
crimping tool

* tools available for use in store

Do you have stones that don't have wholes in them? Now you can learn to wrap them with wire.

Instructor: Hedi Rivers

Supplies

20 gauge S.S. or Gold filled Square wire preferably dead soft

20 gauge S.S. or Gold filled wire Half Round

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Round nose plier
Chain nose plier
Flush cutter

* tools available for use in store

Peyote Crystal Pendant

Show off your some of the new Crystal Square pendants available at Beads and Crystals by creating a Peyote woven Pendant. This is versatile and stylish.

This is a beginner Peyote class.

Instructor: Carol

Supplies

Seed beads or Delicas - one container
Crystal Square pendant
Necklace chain
Fire Line or Nymo

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Needle Size 10

Sugar and Spice Necklace

This beautiful necklace is made with pearls, Swarovski crystals and silver beads. Perfect for bride's maids or keep it for yourself!

Instructor: Hedi Rivers

Supplies

56 4mm bicone crystals
fire line or dandy line
2 Clamshells
1 Clasp
300 Sterling Silver 2mm round beads
1 Strand of 4mm Swarovski Pearls (approx. 80-85)

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Wire Wrapped Stone Pendants

Have you been carrying stones or crystals in your pocket for a while? Now you can wrap them with wire and wear them as a pendant. You can also pick out gemstone beads to make a complete necklace using your wrapped pendant as the center piece.

*Basic Wire Class/Skills Required*

Instructor: Mariann

Supplies

A couple of 1" size tumbled stones or crystals

22 or 24 gauge half hard wire

*all supplies available at the store for purchase

Tools

Round nose pliers
Chain nose pliers
Flush cutter

* tools available for use in store

Healing Properties of Crystals

Learn about the properties of crystals and their uses in this hands-on workshop. Find out how to choose the stones and crystals that are right for you, how to clear crystals and more. Get a free chakra bag with 7 stones.

Instructor: Mariann