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New 2-Part Class: Metal Clay Pendant—Before and After Firing
$118.00Date and Time: 01/28/2018 from -
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Kelly Kinser
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
In part one, manipulate BronzClay into a pendant using a variety of techniques: rolling, pushing, carving, and using slip to create texture. Pieces will be fired and tumbled. In part two, use multiple metal working techniques such as filing, drilling, and soldering, to finish your pendant.
Cascade Earrings
$98.00Date and Time: 06/08/2024 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Ability to make a wrapped loop. Call 319 338-1566 for a private tutorial.
This class will hone your wrapped loop skills. Use a spectrum of colors to connect Swarovski crystals to chain to create a set of cascading earrings. Emphasis will be placed on good wire work skills. One earring will be made in class. Kit materials will allow you to make the second on your own. These earrings retail for over $150.
New Class! Beaded Cocktail Ring
$58.00Date and Time: 11/11/2017 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Any seed bead weaving experience.
Use two-holed pyramid and super duos along with round seed beads to construct an elegant cocktail ring. This ring is built to suit, so if you are making this for someone else, be sure to bring their ring size. Many beaded rings are made with elastic–this ring is not.
New Class! Beaded Headband
$48.00Date and Time: 07/22/2017 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Kaami William
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Use Toho seed beads and daisy chain to make a contemporary headband.
New Class! Bezeled Stone and Silver Ring
$108.00Date and Time: 03/05/2017 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Holland Houdek
Prerequisites: Soldering skills, see Soldering Sampler on Sunday, Feb. 26.
Take your soldering skills to the next level. Size a ring band and connect a bezeled stone to it of your own creation. Be ready to use and expand your metal working skills.
New Class! BRONZclay™ Pendant
$98.00Date and Time: 11/05/2017 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Kelly Kinser
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Learn to use BRONZclay™ to create a pendant with a lot of texture and dimension. No previous experience necessary. Students’ work will be fired and tumble polished. Work can be picked up the following week.
New Class! CRAW Rubber Pendant
$68.00Date and Time: 10/09/2021 from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Basic CRAW skill--call for a private tutorial.
Use your CRAW skills to incorporate rubber rings to make this 3-D pendant. Learn to go from CRAW to RAW to make connections to the rings to form this square or diamond pendant. We will use Toho 11/0 beads to make this piece.
New Class! Designing with CRAW Chain
$68.00Date and Time: 09/19/2020 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Basic CRAW skills
Participants will make a long cubed right angle weave chain with one size of round Toho beads. Decisions on where to stitch the chain together will be determined by the student. There are endless ways to use this strategy to complete a unique piece. Tips and tricks for this decision making will be shared.
During the COVID-19 recovery period, classes are limited to 6 people on a first come first served basis via paying the registration fee. Face coverings must be worn during class and participants will be spaced at least 6 feet from each other. Tools will not be shared and will be cleaned before and after use. Please call for more details about our safety protocols. Demos done through Zoom.
Peas in a Pod–great gift idea
$68.00Date and Time: 09/20/2020 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Zanetta Hoehle
Prerequisites: No experience necessary.
Use copper wire to learn to close two ends of a flat weave into a cylinder to form an open pod. Add crystals to the center of the pod, to finish one end with a loop and add an additional crystal, and to finish the other end with a bail so you can hang it from your favorite chain. This project lends itself to using birthstone colors and celebrating family.
During the COVID-19 recovery period, classes are limited to 6 people on a first come first served basis via paying the registration fee. Face coverings must be worn during class and participants will be spaced at least 6 feet from each other. Tools will not be shared and will be cleaned before and after use. Please call for more details about our safety protocols. Demos done through Zoom.
Gyrls Night Out: CRAW and Lampwork Earrings
$68.00Date and Time: 09/25/2020 from -
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Basic CRAW skills
Use your CRAW skills to make a layered beaded bead. Then switch to your wireworking skills to create a lovely pair of earrings that end with a handmade glass bead.
During the COVID-19 recovery period, classes are limited to 6 people on a first come first served basis via paying the registration fee. Face coverings must be worn during class and participants will be spaced at least 6 feet from each other. Tools will not be shared and will be cleaned before and after use. Please call for more details about our safety protocols. Demos done through Zoom.
New Class! Etching Metal–only 2 seats left!
$98.00Date and Time: 05/13/2017 from -
Capacity: 12
Instructor: Holland Houdek
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Create designs on copper sheeting using a variety of techniques. Safe use of acid will etch away at your metal to reveal the design underneath. There will be time for many samples to be made.
Ruffles Galore Bracelet
$88.00Date and Time: 07/06/2024 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 7
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Any seed bead weaving experience.
Learn to use two-hole CzechMate tile beads to make a base from which you add layers and layers of ruffles. You won’t believe how easy this glamorous bracelet is to make. This piece uses very small Toho seed beads, so be sure to bring your reading glasses to class.
Wire Wrapping Stones
$72.00Date and Time: 01/05/2025 from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Use wire to capture a stone using different shapes of wire. Participants will learn to coil and weave wires together for layers of embellishment.
Gyrls Night Out: Pretty Posts Beaded Earrings
$60.00Date and Time: 02/17/2023 from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Learn or hone your embroidery skills. Use running stitch, ultra-suede, and a crystal montee in the center to make a pair of post earrings. Your earrings will be beautifully finished on front and back.
Wire Wrapped Spider
$48.00Date and Time: 10/19/2024 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Alyssa Jakowchuk
Prerequisites: No experience necessary.
In this family friendly class, prepare yourself for Halloween by making a scary, yet fun spider using Czech pressed glass beads and wire. This class is appropriate for all ages. Those under 8 years of age should be accompanied by adult supervision.
Twined Wire Crescent Earrings or Pendant
$168.00Date and Time: 04/23/2023 from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 5
Instructor: Marilyn Moore
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
This project involves twining with fine wire, and learning to blend color and shape the two separate pieces so that they form this one beautiful pendant. Or keep them separate for a pair of earrings. As an added embellishment, attach beads for a touch of elegance. Project designed and taught by Marilyn Moore.