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Beading Newsletter Issue Number 60

Issue Number: 60

 


  Huge New Years Day Sale!  
 

30% to 70% Off !

One Day Sale, January 1st 2011

Zodiac & Holiday Charms  70% Off
Base Metal, Antique and Enameled

Miracle Beads 50% Off
4 sizes 20 colors

Base Metal Charms 50% Off
Over 400 shapes, silver, gold and enameled finishes

Swarovski Vintage 50% Off
One of a kind Broaches and a few beautiful strands left

Fresh Water Pearl Strands 40% Off
Coin, Cross, Round, Oval, Cornflake and more unique shapes
in lots of different colors.

Semi-Precious Strands 40% Off
Far to many stones to list, but here are several: Turquoise,
Bloodstone, Lapis, Quartz, Agate and  Amber

Glass Strands  40% Off
Over 2000 strands with over 100 colors with many shapes & sizes

Precious Strands 30% Off
Amethyst, Iolite, Ruby, Rutilated Quartz, Emerald, Peridot,
Aquamarine, Citrine, Spinel, Garnet,  Sapphire,
Chrysophase, Kyanite, Carnelian and more

Lampwork Strands 30% Off
American handmade Lampwork beads of unique
 and unusual colors of strands suitable for bracelets and/or necklaces.

Murano Strands 35% Off
Direct from Venice.

Packaged Swarovski Crystal 35% Off
2x Bicones, Flowers, Margaritas, Roundels, Cubes, Hearts and more.
A variety of colors, sizes and shapes and many with special coatings.

Vintage Strands 35% Off
Unusual sizes and shapes including a few
 strands of graduated black and silver facetted rounds and nail head beads

   
   


Click pictures to see enlarged views. Please see samples at our stores.  Private classes are available.  Please call for details.

Class: Beginning Bead Jewelry  Skill: Beginner Cost: $25.00 Supplies Included

Begining Bead Class - Click for larger image

We will go over the fundamentals of bead stringing, design, and teach you how to pick wire sizes, fasten clasps, set crimps, and finish Bead Stringing projects. We will also create a necklace, bracelet and pair of earrings. You will go home from this class ready to create with confidence.
Thur. 2/10/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #84 82nd St.  Register
Fri. 2/18/2011 12-2 p.m. #86 82nd St.  Register
Wed. 2/23/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #90 82nd St.  Class Full   
Sat. 2/26/2011 10 - noon #89 82nd St.  Class Full   
Thur. 3/3/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #230 82nd Street  Register
Sat. 3/12/2011 10 - noon #134 82nd St.  Register
Mon 3/14/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #229 82nd Street  Register
Sat. 3/26/2011 10 - noon #154 82nd St.  Register
Wed. 3/30/2011 1 - 3:00 p.m. #254 82nd Street  Register

Class:  Primer of Wire Working   Skill: Beginner   Cost:: $20.00

Beginner Wire Working Class - Click for larger image

Learn how to use tools and wire and create a bracelet while learning the fundamentals of materials selection, design and the techniques to make rosaries, bracelets, anklets, necklaces and earrings. This class is great for first-timers wanting to work with wire.  (Supplies extra). Come 15 minutes early to pick out supplies.
Tues. 2/8/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #83 82nd St. Class Full
Wed. 2/16/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #101 82nd St  Register
Tues. 3/1/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #264 82nd St.  Register
Sat. 3/12/2011 1 - 3:00 p.m. #185 82nd St.  Register
Wed. 3/16/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #265 82nd St.  Register
Mon. 3/21/2011 1 - 3:00 p.m. #267 82nd Street  Register
Sat. 3/26/2011 1 - 3:00 p.m. #258 82nd Street  Register
Wed. 3/30/2011 6 - 8 p.m. #266 82nd Street  Register

Wire Wrapped Heart Set - Click for Larger Image Wire Wrapped Heart Set #656

At 82nd Street store
on Mon. 2/7/2011 6 - 8 p.m. 
Cost: $20.00 + supplies
 Register
Just in time for Valentines Day!! Please join us in this fun class where you will be creating a heart pendant and some earrings out of sterling wire. We'll show you how to shape, wrap and texture your wire then add an embellishment of Swarovski Crystals. Cathy will be your instructor. PreReq: Wire primer or some wire working experience
Beginning Silversmithing - Click for Larger Image Beginning Silversmithing #639

At 82nd Street store
on Sat-Sun 2/12/2011 10 to 5PM 
Cost: $295.00 (includes supplies)
 Register
You will learn the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making including how to solder sterling silver. In this two day 12 hour class you will select a pendant design, chose a stone, make a bezel, solder it, set the stone, embellish it and polish it You do not need to bring anything to the class as all stones, silver, supplies and tools are furnished. Each student will receive a FREE copy of Beginning Silversmithing on a CD! Class size is limited so call today! More Info

Leather wrap bracelet - Click for Larger Image Leather wrap bracelet #659

At 82nd Street store
on Thur. 2/17/2011 6 - 8 p.m. 
Cost: $ 20.00 + supplies
 Register
New class..... Using Greek leather and 4mm cube seed beads you will learn the technique to create this cool bracelet that you've seen in magazines. Ginny will be your instructor on this great looking leather bracelet.
Precious Wire Wrap Bracelet #1 - Click for Larger Image Precious Wire Wrap Bracelet #1 #343

At 82nd St. store
on Sat. 2/19/2011 10 - 1 pm 
Cost: $40.00 + supplies
 Register
This is the first class for the precious wire bracelet that is the prerequisite to the numerous classes to follow. Sue Twombly is a local teacher/designer and has some beautiful classes that will follow this class. Cathy Gurecki will be your instructor. See the samples in the store. Please bring your tools and come in early to be measured for your bracelet.

Precious Beaded  Wire Bracelet #2 - Click for Larger Image Precious Beaded Wire Bracelet #2 #334
All skill levels

At 82nd Street store
on Sat. 2/26/2011 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
Cost: $45.00 + supplies
 Register
We can't seem to get enough of Sue Twombly. She just keeps creating these beautiful bracelets and has so much patience with all of us. This bracelet is a combination of the first 2 classes she has taught here and what a beautiful bracelet it makes, using either sterling silver, gold filled or combine. Come early to purchase your supplies. Don't forget to bring your tools. Perquisite: Basic Precious Wire Bracelet #1
Precious Gemstone Wire Wrap Bracelet  - Click for Larger Image Precious Gemstone Wire Wrap Bracelet #313
Prerequisite: Precious wire wrap bracelet #1

At 82nd St store
on Sat. 2/26/2011 2 - 6 p.m. 
Cost: $45.00 + supplies
 Register
We are excited to present local wire artist Sue Twombly. She will lead us into a new place with this bracelet! Add some beautiful gemstones, crystals and/or silver into the beauty of your bracelet. You won't want to miss this one! Bring your tools and come early to purchase your supplies. Prerequisite: Basic Precious Wire Bracelet

Basic Peyote Bracelet - Click for Larger Image Basic Peyote Bracelet #25
All skill levels

At 82nd St. store
on Sat. 3/5/2011 10 - noon 
Cost: $15.00 + supplies
 Register
Come learn the Basic Peyote Stitch and create this stunning bracelet. They say it's one of the easiest beading stitches to learn. Create it in one or multi colors. In this 2 hour class you will not complete this project but you will get enough done so that you'll understand how to finish on your own. Come 15 minutes early to purchase your supplies.
Link to Complete Class Schedule

Beading Materials Adventurine Red
Angelita
Black striped agate

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Beading Terminology  101:
Cabochon:  A material, usually stone, that has been cut and prepared for mounting. Popular shapes are round and oval. Most are flat on one side.

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