Please note! A deposit of 50% is required at signup.

June 2010 - More classes may be added and all classes are subject to change.

*Please, no walk-ins*

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Closed   1 2 3 4 5 Simple Cold Connections
10:30am-12:30
$40 +supplies

Deposit $20

Spiral Wire-Link Bracelet
10:30am-12:30
$35 +supplies

Deposit $17.50

Metal Pendant
2pm-4
$35 +supplies

Deposit $17.50

Closed 7 Arrow Ladder Bracelet
1:30-3:30
$20 + supplies
Deposit $10
8 9 10 3 Drop Peyote Bracelet
10:30am-12:30
$35 +supplies

Deposit $17.50
11 12 Basic Beading
10:30am-12:30
$25.00 incl. supplies book
Deposit $12.50
Closed 14 Basic Beading
10:30am-12:30
$25.00 incl. supplies book
Deposit $12.50
15 Cubed Herringbone Bracelet
10:30am-12:30
$35 + supplies
Deposit $17.50
16 17 18 19  Double Spiral Bracelet
10:30am-12:30
$25.00 +supplies

Deposit $12.50

Elegance Squared Bracelet
12:30-2:30
$35 +supplies
Deposit $17.50 and seed beading experience required

Freeform Peyote Bracelet
3 - 5pm
$35 + supplies
Deposit $17.50 and you must know peyote stitch

Closed 21 Watch Bracelet Clinic
1:30-3:30
$20 +supplies

Deposit $10
22 23 Arrow Ladder Bracelet
1:30-3:30
$20 + supplies
Deposit $10
24 Spiral Bracelet
10:30am-12:30
$35 + supplies
Deposit $17.50
25 26 Houston Hotties Trunkshow!

10 - 5pm!

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Saturday - June 5th - (Simple Cold Connections) - In this class, you will learn two simple methods of cold connection: wire rivets and tube rivets. You will see how to measure and fit rivets, and you will set them into a simple practice pendant of copper, brass, and sterling. We will discuss how to make rivets part of your design, as well as how to make them blend in. We will also talk about texturing and finishing metal pieces. A handout provides information on sources and techniques. (Supplies are $7.00 to the teacher day of class.)
 Fee: $40.00     Deposit:  $20.00         Instructor: Rikki Mitman        Time: 10:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 
 
Monday - June 7th - (Arrow Ladder Bracelet) - A two step needle and thread process, the Arrow Ladder is quick and easy to make. It starts with a ladder stitch base using either size 6 or size 8 seed beads and is embellished with size 8 or size 11 seed beads. The embellishment forms an arrow head shape. It can be made using one color for the base and another color for the embellishment. However, we will use 5 different colors for the embellishment! Definitely a bracelet to express yourself in color! (Supplies not included)
    Fee: $20.00     Deposit:  $10.00        Instructor: Donie Stowers        Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
 

Saturday - June 5th - (Spiral Wire-Link Bracelet) - Embellish or not - That’s your choice. Come join us as we learn to make basic spiral links and then join them together to create a pretty bracelet and a pair of earrings. (Supplies not included).
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Kay Hand        Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

 
Saturday - June 5th - (Metal Pendant) - It’s not your hubby’s shop class! Come learn how to create this metalicious copper pendant that will make your friends take notice. Customize it with your own beads, charms, and found objects. Join the fun as you create a one-of-a-kind metal pendant you’ll be proud to wear. (Supplies not included).
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Kay Hand        Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 
Thursday - June 10th - (3-Drop Peyote Bracelet) - First in a series of basic beading stitches offered this summer.  Learn the basic  Peyote while making a classic bracelet. If you’ve wanted to learn the Peyote beading stitch, this is a perfect opportunity - and easy. This bracelet makes up so quickly you’ll want one in several colors. (Supplies not included.)
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Kay Hand        Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 
Saturday - June 12th   - (Basic Beading) - The Basic Beading class will show students how to design their custom made jewelry. This class is great for first time bead stringers, as students will receive instructions for making a bracelet and pair of earrings in the class. (Supplies and an instruction booklet are included in the class fee.)
 Fee: $25.00      Deposit:  $12.50         Instructor: Chawnia Meeks        Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 
Monday - June 14th  - (Basic Beading) - The Basic Beading class will show students how to design their custom made jewelry. This class is great for first time bead stringers, as students will receive instructions for making a bracelet and pair of earrings in the class. (Supplies and an instruction booklet are included in the class fee.)
 Fee: $25.00      Deposit:  $12.50         Instructor: Chawnia Meeks        Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 
Tuesday - June 15th - (Cubed Herringbone Bracelet) - In this class the student will be using cubed beads that are sewed in a ladder stitch to form a foundation row to begin the herringbone stitch. This is a striking design and is fun to make. (Supplies not included.)
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Sara Norris        Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Saturday - June 19th - (Double Spiral Bracelet) - The Double Spiral bracelet is a woven intertwined stitch using beads to make a unique pattern. This is a needle and thread project. (Supplies not included).
 Fee: $25.00      Deposit:  $12.50         Instructor: Paige Kuechler     Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m 

 
Saturday - June 19th - (Elegance Squared Bracelet) - This may become your favorite bracelet. Here’s your chance to learn square stitch and create a beautiful bracelet all the same time. (Some seed beading experience necessary.) (Supplies not included.)
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Kay Hand        Time: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
 
Saturday - June 19th - (Freeform Peyote Bracelet) - It’s time to let your hair down and inhibitions go! Freeform peyote is my favorite stitch. It allows you to create wonderful works of wearable art. No pattern to follow- no rule- and it’s easy. (Must know how to do the peyote stitch.) (Supplies not included.)
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Kay Hand        Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 
Monday - June 21st - (Watch Bracelet Clinic) - For you ladies who want to make watch bracelets this class is for you! We will make a single strand watch bracelet, a double strand and a stretch bracelet. Come join the fun! You can make one or all three. (Supplies not included.)
 Fee: $20.00     Deposit:  $10.00        Instructor: Donie Stowers        Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
 
Wednesday June 23rd- (Arrow Ladder Bracelet) - A two step needle and thread process, the Arrow Ladder is quick and easy to make. It starts with a ladder stitch base using either size 6 or size 8 seed beads and is embellished with size 8 or size 11 seed beads. The embellishment forms an arrow head shape. It can be made using one color for the base and another color for the embellishment. However, we will use 5 different colors for the embellishment! Definitely a bracelet to express yourself in color! (Supplies not included)
    Fee: $20.00     Deposit:  $10.00        Instructor: Donie Stowers        Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
 

Thursday - June 24th - (Spiral Bracelet) -  Second in a series of basic beading stitches offered this summer. This class will introduce you to the wonderful world of spirals which very versatile stitch with lots of options and different looks. The spiral is used quite often as a rope for a pendant or as a lariat. (Supplies not included.)
 Fee: $35.00     Deposit:  $17.50         Instructor: Kay Hand        Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 

 
Houston Society of Glass Beadmakers”
 aka “Houston Hotties”
 
Lampwork Bead Show
 
June 26th
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Please Come!
 

Upcoming Class with Don Norris
 
August 12th and 13th - Beginning Silversmithing
August 14th and 15th - Intermediate Silversmithing
August 16th - ONE DAY: Day with Don Norris (Don’s Bench Tricks)
For more information or to register please contact Don Norris
1-303-517-1068 to talk to Don Norris
E-mail
dnorris@frii.com
Visit: LearnSilver.com
 
 

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