Copper Dome with Silver Frame Earrings $60

Copper Dome with Silver Frame earrings

April 27 @ 11:00 am 3:00 pm

Copper Dome with Silver Frame earrings

This class will offer continued practice in a varied list of metalworking skills: soldering, hammering, wire forming, doming, and alternate and optional metal decoration techniques as for adding components like silver balls or rivets, or notching the dome edges and/or hammering in textures. Heat-coloring copper is so captivatingly fun that we will be at it again to obtain some awesome color effects. Making this pair of earrings is a fun way to personally say hello to spring; all you need to bring are your tools, supplies, and creativity!

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

*Optional, **Provided

Materials Needed:
Copper sheet, 24 gauge
18 gauge sterling silver round wire, 1.5 feet
21 gauge sterling silver round wire, 6″
22 gauge sterling silver round wire*, 6″ for optional
balling of wire

Tools Needed:
Disc cutter** or bring your own
Lube for use with disc cutter**
Miter jig
Wire cutters
Assorted pliers for shaping wire: wide and narrow flat nose,
tapered round nose, ear wire, soft jaw
Mini mandrels
Planishing hammer for flattening wire
Riveting hammer*: If riveting, bring card chips*, drill bit* to
match rivet holes
Texturing hammer*
Utility hammer
Hand files: include a square* or triangular file* for notching
Dapping block and punches, metal or wood** or bring your own
Small ruler
Circle template
Pencil and paper
Center punch, manual*
Drill bits*
Fine grit sandpapers* (600 or 800 grit)
Soldering station setup: torch, fuel, solder (all 3 types),
flux and brush, soldering tweezers
Water dish for quenching**
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Metalworking,
Soldering

Skill Level:  Intermediate

Prerequisite: Multiple prior
soldering, metalworking classes

Instructor: Shauna

Three ways to sign up:
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Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Wire Woven Crystal Earrings $40

Wire Woven Crystal Earrings

April 20 @ 11:00 am 2:00 pm

Wire Woven Crystal Earrings

Time for some new earrings for spring! These bright sterling silver woven earrings with crystal drops are perfect for day or evening. You will be learning a simple wire weave that you can use to attach wires for many projects. You will also learn how to wrap top drilled drops.

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
20 inches 20g round soft sterling wire
4 inches 20g round half hard sterling wire
4 feet 28g round soft sterling wire
8 inches 24g round soft sterling wire
2 Swarovski crystal drops or other top drilled drops
18g or 20g 4mm sterling jump rings
Sterling ear wires

Tools Needed:
Flat nose pliers
Flush cutters
Nylon jaw pliers
6-step looping pliers
Files to remove tool marks and to round ends
Fine tip Sharpie
Ruler
Sunshine polishing cloth
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Wire weaving, briolette wrap

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Cindy

Three ways to sign up:
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Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Knotted Necklace $30

Knotted Necklace

April 19 @ 11:00 am 1:00 pm

Knotted Necklace

Learn how to make this sweet little knotted necklace. Learn tips on keeping your spacing consistent using just a couple of tools.

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Gemstone beads – any shape (no larger than 8mm)
or
Glass beads – any shape (no larger than 8mm)
Tex210 S-Lon Cord
Clasp

Tools Needed:
Big eye needle
Beading awl
Thread cutters
Macramé board with T-pins
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Knotting

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
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Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Herringbone Bugle Bracelet $40

Herringbone Bugle Bracelet

April 6 @ 11:00 am 2:00 pm

Herringbone Bugle Bracelet

Herringbone (ndebele) is a easy and beautiful stitch and it looks so different just by changing the beads! Join me and let’s make this gorgeous bracelet!

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Size 15 seed beads (1 color)
Size 11 seed beads (clasp)
Bugles 4.5-6mm (1 colors)
Slide Clasp (3 loops)
FireLine .005” or .006” 
(4lb or 6lb test)

Tools Needed:
Size 11 or 12 beading needles
Beading awl
Fiber cutters
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Herringbone (ndebele
stitch)

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
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Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Peyote Graduated & Embellished Bracelet $60

peyote graduated embellished bracelet

April 13 @ 11:00 am 4:00 pm

peyote graduated embellished bracelet

It’s time for another peyote cuff! In this peyote weave, we will graduate the size of the beads up to a 6mm bugle and then back down to seed beads. This is even count, single and 2-drop peyote combined in the same bracelet. In addition to the selection of different beads making up the peyote base of the bracelet, we do 4 embellishment rows to add dimension and texture to the bracelet. Join me for a day of beading fun!

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Drop seed beads 3.4mm (1 color)
Bugle beads 6mm (1 color)
Bugle beads 3mm (1 color)
Delicas size 11 (3 colors)
Seed beads size 15 (2 colors)
Seed beads size 11 (1 color)
2 small buttons (9-11mm)
FireLine .006” (6lb test)

Tools Needed:
Size 11 and 12 beading needles
Bobbins – small
Beading awl
Thread cutters
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Peyote stitch, embellishment

Skill Level:  Advanced

Prerequisite: Knowledge of peyote stitch

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
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Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Embellished Bugle Bracelet $40

embellished bugle bracelet

April 5 @ 11:00 am 2:00 pm

embellished bugle bracelet

Join me for a fun class using the ladder stitch and learning how to picot the edges. This is a quick and fun class and you’ll leave with a really sweet little bracelet! Perfect for gifts because it’s fast and fun!

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Size 11 seed beads (2 colors)
Size 8 seed beads (1 color)
Bugles 4.5-6mm (1 color)
Button
FireLine .005” (4lb test)

Tools Needed:
Size 12 beading needle
Beading awl
Fiber cutters
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Ladder stitch, picot

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
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Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Silver Metal Clay Pendant with Cabochon $100

Sterling Silver Clay Pendant with Cabochon

March 15 @ 11:00 am 4:00 pm

Sterling Silver Clay Pendant with Cabochon

Beginners will make a sterling silver clay pendant, similar to the image above, featuring 2 heart shapes, 2 textures, 1-2 molded decorations, and a fired-in cup bezel for setting a cabochon. *Another shape can be subbed such as a circle, teardrop, oval, square, etc.

Silver Clay Pendant Advanced

The image above shows an example for advanced students. Advanced clay artists will create a similar pendant with 2 contrasting slabs, one with a low to high relief, the other smooth and polished to a high shine. Slab shapes can be from templates or made by hand. Your personal choice of cabochon will be set with an attached fine silver bezel that will be filled with investment before firing.

Typically, pieces from Saturday classes are fired the following Tuesday. An informal day for finish work can be arranged; it is not required because class instructions will have the information you will need to finish your pendant at home.

Please Read: The class fee shown above does not include the metal clay or any other supplies. You will be charged for the metal clay the day of the class. All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials and Supply list: Those who have completed prerequisite classes are expected to bring whatever extra materials, supplies and tools they need to complete the piece to the pre-fire stage. Please ask any questions via text ahead of class. Thank you.

* = optional for you to bring
** = provided by instructor or the bead shop
 
Materials & Supply list for beginner and advanced levels:                         
Advanced level has extra items listed at the bottom of the list.
Art Clay 950, 25gm pack
*Syringe clay: for ease in creating a zigzag line texture
Fine silver cup bezel, 4mm diameter, plain or serrated 
4mm cabochon to fit the bezel (check for fit!)
A non-stick work surface (any smooth board, place mat,
or clay working board)
Teflon sheets
A release agent such as Silk, Cool Slip, ClayMate
Distilled water in a fine mister bottle AND in a small bowl
A small (not mini) and medium sized brush or water brush
Clay hydrator
Clay thickness frames (recommended) or slats used in rolling slabs
Small acrylic roller
Sharp pick (or bead reamer) for cutting
4mm and 5mm circle punch or plastic circle template with
small circles
*Thin spatula
Xacto knife
Tweezers for handling bezel cups and stones
6″ metal or plastic ruler
Heart and/or other shape templates**
Tissue blade
1-2 texturing plates and/or upholstery fabrics,** that will
create appropriately sized textures for this size pendant
(about 1″ to 1.5″). Note: 1 slab can be plain and polished
to a good shine
Clay forming/shaping tools: Clay shapers, toothpicks, small files
Silicone molds for molding 1-2 extra embellishments**
Cup warmer and a soldering screen to place over the top (to
slow/prevent overheating/warping)
Finishing tools for dry clay: cosmetic nail boards for sanding (in
medium to fine grits), 3M foam sanding pad, a soft dry brush
to dust pieces while sanding
Pin vise with a 1mm and a 2mm wide drill bits for making
a bail hole

Beginner Post-firing tools:
Soft brass brush **
Small hand files (6″)
Burnisher (curved is a good starter type)
Bezel setter tool
Polishing papers**  

ADVANCED level notes, extra tools & materials: *optional / provided**
In the green state, the class model for advanced measures approx 1″x2″.

Paper, pencil, and scissors to make a pattern if you do not use templates
Torch and fuel
Soldering station, block, and soldering tweezers
Circle punches, various sizes, to open up the back for shrinkage
during firing
Fine sandpapers: 600, 800, 1000, and 1200 grits
Cabochon should be a minimum of 10mm at the widest or in height
and in good proportion for your design. Any shape.
Fine silver bezel wire to fit your stone
Miter vise and hand files
Small mandrel*
Investment**
Techniques Used: Metal clay

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Shauna

Three ways to sign up:
Click here
Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Peyote Cobblestone Bracelet $40

peyote cobblestone bracelet

March 23 @ 11:00 am 2:00 pm

peyote cobblestone bracelet

This has always been a popular bracelet and it’s so quick and easy to make! You will learn how to do even count, 2-drop peyote to make this great looking bracelet! I will also teach you how to do fast peyote, which will give you a good chance of finishing the bracelet during class! We are using triangle beads in this bracelet, which gives it the cobblestone look. Whatever colors you choose, the bracelet will turn out lovely!

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Triangle seed beads size 10 or 11 
(as many tubes as you want colors)
Size 15 seed beads (for picot edging)
Size 11 seed beads (for button loop/leather loop)
3mm Swarovski bicones (81 for a 7 inch bracelet)
(optional picot embellishment)
Button
1mm round leather cord

Tools Needed:
One-G thread, FireLine .005” (4lb), or .006” (6lb)
Size 11 or 12 beading needles
Fiber cutters
Beading Awl
Lighter or thread burner
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Peyote stitch

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
Click here
Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

Basic Wire Wrap $30

Basic Wire Wrap

March 15 @ 11:00 am 1:00 pm

Basic Wire Wrap

Learn how to make simple and wrapped loops in this introductory class. You will learn the proper steps to follow so that each wrapped loop you make will look consistent and have a clean finish to them. You will be able to use our tools during class and purchase them for yourself after class, if you so decide. Graphical, textual, step-by-step documentation is provided in this class for later reference. You will not be making a piece of jewelry in this class – you will practice, practice, practice wrapped loops! 

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Craft wire, 24 gauge, any color

Tools Needed:
Note: you will be able to use our tools during class
Chain nose pliers
Round nose pliers
Wire cutters
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Making wrapped loops

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
Click here
Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.

RAW Lacy Wrap Bracelet $40

lacy right angle weave wrap bracelet

March 9 @ 11:00 am 2:00 pm

lacy right angle weave wrap bracelet

Join me for a fun class making this lacy wrap bracelet! The stitch is right angle weave that is embellished and yes, it feels as good on as it looks! It is required that you have experience with right angle weave in order to take this class. While it’s not hard, the embellishments can be a little overwhelming for a beginner.

Note: All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.

Materials Needed:
Size 15 seed beads (2 colors)
Miyuki Size 11 seed beads (1 color)
Button
Leather for button loop (optional)
FireLine .006” (6lb test)

Tools Needed:
Size 12 beading needles
Beading awl
Fiber cutters
Thread burner or lighter
Bead board or mat
Magnifiers/readers are highly recommended
for a successful class experience (even if you
wear contacts or glasses)!
Techniques Used: Right angle weave

Skill Level:  Beginner

Prerequisite: Knowledge of right angle
weave helpful but not required.

Instructor: Lisa

Three ways to sign up:
Click here
Send me an email
Give me a call at 832-674-9005

Please Read: 

1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.

2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.