jewelry making
Filled Cubed Right Angle Weave Chain
$68.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 07/07/2018 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Cubed right angle weave, see CRAW Square Earrings on June 29. Take both classes for double rewards points.
Create CRAW triangles with Toho 11/0 seed beads and “fill” each cube with a contrasting color. This is a quick and easy method of adding depth to your beadwork. Learn to make connections that are flexible to make a chain of triangles.
2-hole Cabochon Beaded Bracelet
$78.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 06/22/2019 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Any seed bead weaving experience.
These new 2-hole cabochon beads are perfect for bracelet making, as they sit so flat on your wrist. Learn a netting stitch with Toho round beads, Superduos, and the 2-hole cabochons.
New Class! Gyrls Night Out: CRAW Square Earrings–only 2 seats left!
$60.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 06/29/2018 from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Use or gain cubed right angle weave (CRAW) skills to make a square made up of 4 cubes using 6/0 Toho round beads. Then use this square as a bead and add spacers and a larger piece of Czech pressed glass to make a lovely pair of earrings. Dutch treat snacks and drinks downtown for those who want to participate.
New Class! Wire Woven Bracelet
$88.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 06/02/2018 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Zanetta Hoehle
Prerequisites: wirework experience--see Wire Heart Pendant on May 26.
Learn to weave wire around multiple larger base wire to create a wide cuff. Tips and tricks for controlling long lengths of wire will be shared. Make your cuff to size.
Ruffles Galore
$88.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 09/26/2020 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 6
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.
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.
Vagearrings
$78.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 05/04/2019 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Flat or tubular peyote stitch.
These earrings are meant to celebrate female sexual anatomy. Use your peyote stitch skills to make a marquise base with Myuki Delica beads. Then use Toho beads to create ruffles. Add a pearl in just the right spot. Participants will make one earring in class.
Bezel a Stone
$105.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 03/10/2019 from 1:00PM to 4:00PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Kelly Kinser
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Learn to use a bezel cup to set a stone. Learn to set this stone professionally and solder it to another piece of metal to form a pendant.
Pretty Posts Beaded Earrings
$68.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 08/04/2018 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Learn to embroider with beads using running stitch. Participants will then make a set of post earrings using ultra suede and silver plated flat backed posts.
Kumihimo Charm Bracelet through Kirkwood Community College
Read moreDate and Time: 03/28/2019 from 5:30PM to 8:30PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
This is a great introduction to the Japanese tradition of Kumihimo. Learn to use a disk to braid satin cord. You will have a selection of charms to add to your weaving. No experience needed.
Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: www.kirkwood.edu and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants.
$30 instructor fee/$38 materials fee.
Triple Treat Herringbone Bracelet
$70.00 Add to cartDate and Time: 07/28/2018 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 8
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Any seed bead weaving experience.
Making this herringbone bracelet teaches you how to move from a larger base to three individual strips of beading using Toho 8/0 and 15/0 seed beads. Connect these three strips back into a larger base on the other end. This bracelet can be worn as a flat three stranded bracelet or twisted for a different look.