New Class! Reverse Cellini Slide–only 1 seat left!
$72.00Date and Time: 03/25/2023 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Tubular peyote skills. Call for a private tutorial.
Turn your peyote stitch into cellini stitch by utilizing varied size beads in your stitching. Create a few rounds of peyote, then switch the direction of your spiral to create a bold and elegant middle. Then finish up your other end to create a slide into which you can add a beaded lariat, chain, or other cord of your choosing.
New Class! Mesh and Silver Embellishment in Glass
$120.00Date and Time: 04/01/2023 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Capacity: 5
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Introductory lampworking skills.
In this intermediate lampworking class, learn to add wire mesh and silver wire into your glass work. Both add dimension and depth in different ways.
Kaleidoscope Pendant
$60.00Date and Time: 04/01/2023 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: No previous experience is necessary.
The project is fast and fun. It is a round donut shape made from pearls, crystals, and seed beads. Participants will create a pendant. This project is easily adapted for making a pair of earrings on your own.
Tree of Life Earrings
$78.00Date and Time: 04/02/2023 from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 5
Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Learn to use copper wire and gemstone chips to create a pair of earrings with a tree of life motif. This project will be slightly different each time you do it. Great gift item for friends and family.
Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood Community College
Date and Time: 04/07/2023 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Everyone needs a classic string of pearls. In this class, you will learn the secrets of making pearl knotting easy. Each person will leave with a bracelet made with freshwater pearls and a sterling silver clasp.
Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at:
kirkwood.edu. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants.
$30 instructor fee through Kirkwood/$35 materials fee at class time.
Ruffles Galore Bracelet
$88.00Date and Time: 04/08/2023 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.
New Class! Gyrls Night Out: Cardinal Earrings
$68.00Date and Time: 04/14/2023 from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: Any seed bead weaving experience.
Create triangles with round seed beads and Delicas. See how the Gem Duos fit just perfectly to enhance the geometry of these earrings designed by Carolyn Cave? Connect the two piece and add a feather bead as a final touch.
Double Wrapped Bracelet
$68.00Date and Time: 04/15/2023 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Alyssa Jakowchuk
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Wrapped bracelets are all the rage and can cost up to $225. Learn to make these fashion icon pieces yourself out of leather, stone beads, and Fireline. Vegan option available. These pieces are fun to make and are great for gifting.
New Class! Wrapped Circlet Earrings with Dangle
$72.00Date and Time: 04/16/2023 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Zanetta Hoehle
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Embed a bead with wirework between to wires to create a structured, yet delicate circlet. Then create links on your circlet so you can add your dangle and an ear wire. Project designed and taught by Zanetta Hoehle.
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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.
Beaded Wrapped Bracelet/Necklace with Stone Beads through Kirkwood Community College
Date and Time: 04/28/2023 from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Karen Kubby
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Use a crochet hook to make slip knots for this versatile piece of jewelry. It can be worn as three different styles of necklace or wrapped around your wrist multiple times. The beads are Chinese jade in three sizes on walnut brown waxed linen. Make it a bit longer and you have a cute belt for a summer dress.
Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at:
Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at:
kirkwood.edu On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants.
$30 instructor fee/$38 materials fee.
Cupped Copper Earrings through Kirkwood Community College
03/23/2023 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Cupped Copper Earrings through Kirkwood Community College
Date and Time: 03/23/2023 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Instructor: Alyssa Jakowchuk
Prerequisites: No experience needed.
Participants will learn to stamp and dap copper disks into earrings of their design. Some may choose to keep their copper bright or oxidize it for a different look. Beads will be added to the center and/or the bottom. This is an active, fun, and loud class. This is a great intro metal working class.
Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at:
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.