Prerequisites: Basic wrapped loop--see Make 3 Pairs of Earrings on Nov. 3.
Description:
Learn the basics of wrapping stones with wire. Students will practice with copper wire to form a plan for a particular semi-precious stone, then move to sterling wire for the final project.
NOTE: This class serves as a pre-requisite for Wire Wrapping Stones 2.0 on Dec. 1.
Prerequisites: Tubular Herringbone—see Herringbone Techniques early that day
Description:
Use your herringbone skills to make a flower that can be used as an earring or a beaded cap for a multistrand project.You will learn to increase to form your flower shape.
*Note:Take both Herringbone classes on August 6 for double rewards points.*
Weaving with beads isn’t has complicated as it looks. Peyote stitch is a versatile and often used seed bead weaving technique. Students will make beads by beading a rectangle then folding it up and zipping it closed to make a tight and seamless tube. Fancy your bead up by adding layers of embellishment. Samples of finished jewelry using peyote stitch will be available with discussion on the techniques used to construct them.
Learn how to use flexwire and crimp beads by making an eyeglass holder. The design considerations for how this is different than the strategy for a necklace will be discussed. Create your piece with seed beads and Czech pressed glass pieces. You’ll be able to make bracelets and necklaces with your new skill.
Wire Wrapping Stones
$60.00
Date and Time: 11/10/2018 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford
Prerequisites: Basic wrapped loop--see Make 3 Pairs of Earrings on Nov. 3.
Learn the basics of wrapping stones with wire. Students will practice with copper wire to form a plan for a particular semi-precious stone, then move to sterling wire for the final project.
NOTE: This class serves as a pre-requisite for Wire Wrapping Stones 2.0 on Dec. 1.
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