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Precious Metal Clay classes have arrived along with Dichronic Glass. WooHoo!!!!!!!

From Basic to Advanced. If you have always thought you would like to learn how to bead, one of our qualified instructors will get you comfortably started.

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Classes are $20 each unless otherwise noted - materials not included.

If 6 classes are purchased at once you only pay for 5 classes.

Registration may be done in person or on the phone, but please note your space is not reserved until payment has been received.

Classes can be changed up to two weeks in advance and all supplies are extra. There will be kits available for purchase in some classes. There are always sample pieces on display in the store.

African Helix: Beginner This is a fantastic spiral stitch to know. It is a beautiful way to enhance a focal bead or to use in combination with other stitches
All Wired Up Cuff Beginner This is an easy and fun bracelet to make. Come without your inhibitions and make a wild and fun bracelet that you will love.
Anastasia’s Lost Bracelet: Beginner This is a bracelet evokes the feeling of a Russian castle and is truly a bracelet regal enough for a princess.
Basic Beading: Beginner Learn to make beautiful strung jewelery - You will learn about the different materials, when to use them and why. We also cover some design and you will leave with the beautiful piece of your choosing.
Bead and Rock Wrapping: Beginner Previous Wire Work an asset but not a necessity. Here you will learn to cage beads with and without a hole. With this technique you can make a very cool and funky bracelet or a stunning one-of-a-kind enviable pendant.
Beaded Cabochon Intermediate Come and learn to catch Cabs to incorporate in to your own special and unique pieces. There will never be another one like it.
Beaded Dream Catchers 1 and 2 Intermediate This is a two part class. After the first session you will have a lovely beaded dream catcher. The second session you will embellish it and it will go from lovely to beautiful.
Bead Knotted Necklace: Beginner In this workshop you will create a sensational one of a kind multistrand necklace. Let your creativity soar for a show stopping piece of wearable art.
The Boyfriend Bracelet Beginner/Intermediate This bracelet is compliments of Bead and Button. It is the coolest 3D bracelet that reminds me of that school yard game where you pick the colour then the number etc. to “reliably” find out who you would marry. You will know what I mean when you see it. This one is super fun.
Byzantine Nest Beginner This is a very fun chain maille pattern. The components really do look like little nests.
Byzantine with a Twist: Intermediate This is another stunning style of chain maille that incorporates beads or crystals.
Grandmas Sweater Beginner Learn herringbone with this really fun pattern that works up really fast. This is great for those who have never done herringbone as well as those who have, but want a different application.
Brick Stitch Amulet Bag : Beginner to Intermediate This is a very trendy accessory to keep your treasures in. It is also a very fun way to learn the brick stitch.
Brooches Intermediate: WW1 prerequisite Using wire, bead and the wire coiler you will make at least two styles of brooches. These brooches range form elegant to fun and funky.
Butterfly Bracelet Beginner This is a very delicate chain Maille bracelet. Using crystals and jump rings this makes a very lovely bracelet that resembles butterflies.
Bug Brooches Beginner Although we will be using wire no previous experience is necessary. These brooches are fun, relatively easy and always gather interest.
Caterpiller Bracelet Beginner This is all about the WOW factor. In this class you will create a bracelet that longs to be touched. This is a fun way to learn the square stitch.
Cellini Spiral: Intermediate: Prerequisite, Peyote Using crystals and seed beads you will create a stunning bracelet that is perfect by itself or incorporated into other pieces..
Cha Cha Ring Beginner This is a stunning ring that is not difficult to make. Once your friends see yours they are going to want one too.
Chakra Bracelets: Beginner Using gemstones and colours you will make a bracelet that is as beautiful as it is spiritual.
The Charming Cat Beginner While learning the ½ Persian you will create a stunning base either to where by itself or to add charms to. This is a really pretty and delicate chain maille.
Chevron Bracelet Beginner Using a simple stitch you will create a stunning bracelet that can be delicate or very funky.
Christmas Fantasy Bracelet Beginner Oddly similar to the spring loveliness, but for Christmas. Employing the right angle weave and some stunning dagger beads you will produce a spectacular bracelet that positively screams IT'S CHRISTMAS!
Clare's Crystal Bracelet: Intermediate Using right angle weave you will create an beautiful and classy crystal bracelet. This is beautiful with pearls as well. This is not a trendy piece, but rather one worthy of passing down.
Crisscross Cuff: Beg/intermediate - Should know Peyote, but not a must This not a hard piece to do, but it does take a bit of time. It is well worth the time, as it is stunning and looks and feels amazing when on.
Crochet Fantasy Bracelet Beginner Wire experience not necessary, but ability to crotchet is a must. You will create a beautiful and delicate bracelet out of sterling silver wire and colourful beads. This is a fantasy bracelet that grabs attention and compliments.
Crochet with Beads: Beginner - Crocheting a must This is a spectactular basic technique that can take you in numerous directions once mastered. It is also a prerequisite for some of out other classes. Come and join us for this different and fun class.
Colour Seminar - all levels will benefit This class is a must for all beaders. Here colour and its uses will be explored. Tonality will be discussed and at the end you will be able to put together stunning colour combinations that you would never have thought possible.
Crystal Beaded Bead Intermediate Using Swarovski crystals and right angle weave you will create georgeous beads to hang by themselves as pendants or to incorporate into your designs.
Elastic Crystal Cuff Intermediate In this tutorial you will create a stunning bracelet that will shine. For this project we will use either crystal or fire polished beads and elastic thread to make an awesome and comfortable cuff that will be a show stopper.
Crystal Ring Beginner/Intermediate This ring is a stunner. Using Swarovski crystals you will create an unbelievably beautiful cocktail ring.
Crystals and Chain Maille Beginner In this class you will create a relatively easy chain maille that is embedded with crystals. Stunning.
The Cuff Intermediate: prerequisite Wire Work 1, Helpful wire work 2 This is a go big or go home project. Using different wire techniques you will weave a stunning wire cuff. The skills you learn in this class are very transferable to other projects. You will love this piece it is stunning and will be noticed.
Daring Dangles: Beginner An unbelievably fun bracelet or necklace to make and wear, you will be awed by the compliments you receive. This is a fantastic way to use up left over beads.
Dazzling Crystal Earrings and bracelets Beginner This is a great way for beginners to start combining two techniques. Both are at the beginner level and you will be wowed with the outcome.
Delicate Wire Bails Beginner These Bails are positively delicious. You can make them as big or small as you like to suit the piece you wish to bail.
Deluxe X’s and o’s: Beginner/Intermediate This is a stunning bracelet. We have see it made with crystals and gemstones and either way it is unbelieveable.
The Dew Drop Bracelet: Beginner/Intermediate Using drops and right angle weave you will create a stunning bracelet that is perfect for a special gift.
Diagonal Macramé Bracelets: Beginner With Mastics cording and beads you will create beautiful and casual bracelets. This is a very relaxing class.
Diamond Back Netted Tubular Bracelets Beginner This is a great beginner bead weaving class as you will see stunning results that will have your confidence soaring. This one looks hard, but is really pretty easy.
Diamond Back Wire Bracelet: Intermediate – ww1 prerequisite This is another stunning style of chain maille that incorporates beads or crystals.This is a great bracelet that works up pretty fast and can easily be adjusted to be dainty or chunky
Dichronic Glass Beginner Learn to fuse glass in this class. Great for pendants, wire wrappng, caging cabochons and PMC Super fun and creative class ***$75 includes three pendants.
Double Spiral Rope Using the same technique, but with a twist, as with single spiral rope, to create a much chunkier bead weave.
Dragon Scale : Beginner This is a pattern that requires some previous chain maille experience. If you like chain maille, you will love this. When finished, you will have a dramatic piece that is reminiscent of the scales of a dragon. Get read for the requests
Dream Catcher Bracelet Intermediate - Brick and Peyotye Stitches Prerequisite This is the cutest bracelet with several tiny dream catchers. It will not only get looks by day, but will keep your dreams sweet by night.
Embroidered Cuff Advanced If you know peyote, have beading experience and want to take it up a huge knot...Then this is it. In this class you will truly create one of a kind works of wearable art.
Enamel : Intermediate Using a new product on the market, we will teach you how to enamel without a Kiln. This is a revolutionary product. You will have a choice of projects and will likely get a few done. This works great on Precious Metal clay : ***special pricing - call for pricing
Encased Bead Chain Maille Intermediate This chain maille bracelet will show you how to encase a bead in jump rings and turn it into a spectacular piece of jewllery.
Fiesta Christmas Ornament Beginner This is one fun ornament. All you need is seed beads and some sequins and a fiesta is had by all.
Flat Peyote Beginner This class opens the door to a myriad of possibilities. With a needle, thread and some beads you can create patterns and pictures in your jewellery designs. We will be creating a bracelet in this class. This technique is also a prerequisite for several others.
Free Form Peyote Intermediate - Prerequisite flat peyote A beautiful bracelet is created when you leave your inhibitions at home. Come and create a magnificent piece of jewellery that you will find a difficult time taking your eyes off of.
French Beaded Flowers - Rose Beginner/Intermediate You will be astounded at the beauty of this project. You can apply your rose to a brooch, barrette or just put it in a vase (no water necessary). Careful you may become addicted.
French Beaded Flowers - Hibiscus Beginner/Intermediate You will be astounded at the beauty of this project. You can apply your flower to a brooch, barrette or just put it in a vase (your friends will think you have become an expert gardener). Careful you may become addicted.
Fused Dichroic Glass Pendants Beginner This is a ridiculously fun and creative workshop. You will learn how to make your own fused glass pendants. We will be annealing them in the Kiln so that they will not just be gorgeous, but durable as well.
Golf Counter Classette Beginner Keep track of the number of strokes you take on a hole with this handy golf counter
Grape and Vine Pendant New Beginner An outstanding conversation starter. Using wire and beads, you form a cluster of grapes that can be hung from a necklace or as a window decoration.
Guinevere Chain Maille Bracelet Beginner This is a very delicate style of chain maille. Combined with Swarovski crystals this one will definitely please any woman.
Helm Cuff Intermediate You want Wow, well this is it. This is a beautiful chain maille that is eye poppingly (yes I know it’s not a real word) stunning to look at and feels great to wear. Make this as wide as you would like or make a choker.
Herringbone Bracelet Beginner While learning the Herringbone stitch you will create a beautiful double sided bracelet.
Housewares Beginner Wire work is not a prerequisite, but it will make this easier. That being said, this is a fun and creative class where you will learn to embellish wine glasses and utensils.
Hugs and Kisses Bracelet Beginner This is a very charming bracelet that mimics yes that’s right hugs and kisses.
Hula Christmas Ornament Intermediate This may be the crowning glory on your tree and is guaranteed to bring oos and ahhs
Introductory Beading Series - $149.99 for 10 weeks Beginner This 10 week series includes a variety of techniques for you to explor the different aspects of this craft such as stringing, bead weaving, wire, chain maille, ect. You will be amazed at what you will create. MOst weeks you will have a completed project to take home.
Jans’ Jewels Intermediate This class will teach you how to make crystal squares and connect them into a beautiful necklace. When this catches the sun you may want to be wearing sunglasses.
The King of Rings Intermediate, WW1 is a prerequisite Go big or go home. That’s what this really fun statement ring says. This is a very cool and funky ring that always has people stopping me. (may also be used as a self defence device)
Lacy Beaded Bead Beginner/Intermediate This delicate pattern will most certainly enhance any of your designs. They are beautiful by themselves as a pendant or make several and use them in bracelets or necklaces. They look very difficult, but really aren’t that hard to make.
Lacy Herringbone Beginner/Intermediate Make a super delicate bracelet or choker with this beautiful pattern. It looks fit for a princess. With this stitch you will be able to create many different pieces.
Ladders and Loops Beginner Using cubes and seed beads we will create a very fun and versatile bracelet. This is a fairly easy technique, but has lots of impact.
Leather Stone Wrapping New Beginner Using leather strips, you will learn to wrap stones to create a fashion statement.
Lovely Crystal Ring Beginner This is a truly lovely crystal ring. It is simple to make and comfortable to wear. The band is made with elastic (optional) so that sizing is not a problem for gifts.
Luscious Links Intermediate Using seed bead and right angle weave you will create a stunning bracelet or necklace that will be a one of a kind work of art.
The Marcia Intermediate Using a couple of different bead weaving techniques we will show you how to create a stunning bracelet. This may even inspire you to try combining stitches in other projects.
The Mary Christmas Ornament Beginner This is another way to make your Christmas special. This is an ornament that you will be proud to give as a gift or pass down as an heirloom.
Maui Bracelet Beginner This gorgeous stitch is great as a necklace and a bracelet. It is not only beautiful but not very difficult either. This one will definitely get you stopped by strangers for compliments.
Netted Christmas Ornament: Beginner Using a simple stitch you will create a showpiece for your tree or mantle. They can also be used year round as a wine bottle gown.
Oh My Stars Beginner/Intermediate Original design by Rebecca Get ready to be wowed. This Bracelet is gorgeous and is easily adaptable to earrings or a choker. You're friends are going to want this one for a gift
Kelly's On a Whim Cuff Beginner/Intermediate original design by Kelly With some wire, beads and very little experience you will learn how to create a beautiful cuff or choker that is truly whimsical
Open Heart Pendant Intermediate A very nice gift that whips up pretty fast and who could resist a Swarovski Heart.
Owl Bracelet Intermediate From tip to tail this is your creation. This is a fun way to build your stitch inventory and learn circular brick stitch….with cubes no less. If you look at just two of the pieces they really do look like owl eyes.
Pearl on a Half Shell - Intermediate
Precious Metal Clay: Introduction Beginner In this workshop you will learn the basics of this powerful medium, how to work with it and al its possibilities. This is a prerequisite to all other PMC classes. In this class you can either make a charm bracelet or a Pendant necklace and earrings. You will be astounded at all the ideas that will come to you while working with the clay. Now your in for some serious fun. ***$139.99
Peyote Boot Camp Beginner to Intermediate You will make at least 3 projects using this versatile technique. ***special pricing - call for pricing
Peyote Embellishment Beginner This is an extension of the peyote class, but if you have a peyote piece already done then you can bring it and learn to embellish it.
Peyote Wave Beginner A really fun way to learn peyote for those who are new to it and a fun new pattern for those who have done it before.
Peyote Week Beginner to Intermediate Want to know more about the most popular stitch in beading? This is the class for you. Every day we will create a new project with this versatile technique. ***special pricing - call for pricing
Peyote with Windows Intermediate In development
Picot Bracelet Beginner This is an attention getter. 2 cut beads are used for this stunning yet simple bracelet.
Posh Wire Pendant Intermediate/Advanced Original design by Cindy This class is a two part, but when finished you will have a wearable wire art pendant that will look like you paid a fortune for. ***special pricing - 2 classes
Pricing and Selling your Jewelry This a very exciting seminar. For those of you who wish to sell your jewellery be it to a couple of friends, to galleries, retail stores or church bazaars, this is the seminar for you. We will look at the different mediums in which to sell your jewellery and how to price and market it accordingly. ***$75
Pushing Up Daisies Beginner original design by Rebecca This is the grown up version of the daisy chain and it can be a bracelet or a necklace. You will also learn how easy it is to change this pattern. This a really easy pretty and fresh piece that you will enjoy for years or great as a gift.
Puffy Heart Pendant Intermediate This is a hugely popular class bec ause the end result is so stunning. These crystal hearts are worth the effort..
Resin Pendant workshop Beginner This is a totally fun work shop where you will create your own pendant. Starting with a blank bezel you will build your own one of a kind pendant. This stuff is really cool; you can even put pictures and objects in it. Come with your creativity and some special pictures and / or objects.
Right Angle Dangle Beginner orignial design by Cheryl while learning the infamous right angle weave you will create this stunning classy necklace.
Right Angle Spiral Beginner This is an easy and fun bracelet with huge bling factor. They are great for gifts bacause the work up fast and are so amazing. This pattern converts easily to a necklace as well.
Rings Beginner/Intermediate You don't need Wire work experience but it is a plus. In this class we will show you how to create spectacular rings that are reflective of your personality. Come ready to have some fun.
Rosa Blossom: Beginner We start the stunning Chain maille as a bracelet, but it is so lovely that you may want to keep going and make it into a necklace. This bracelet is a show stopper and you will be amazed at what a few jump rings and some crystals can turn into.
Ruffled Feathers: Beginner This is a super fun Bracelet that resembles feathers. Channel your inner Zsa Zsa Gabor, ruffle some feathers and look glamorous doing it.
Russian Sprial Intermediate THis is another very cool spiral that is beautiful and very adaptable to numerous projects. Wire Work 1 is a prerequisite
Russian St. Petersburg Chain Bracelet Intermediate In this workshop you will learn this very beautiful and very delicate stitch using seed bead and small crystals. It makes a lovely bracelet or necklace and a spectacular lariat or purse handle.
Rustic Herringbone Beginner
Sandy’s Gone Loopy: Beginner This is a super fun necklace that is fun to make and fun to wear. Also a great way to use up odds and ends.
Sandy’s Twisted Treasure: Beginner/Intermediate Put your own twist onto this gorgeous herringbone based bracelet. This is a bracelet that everyone loves and it is comfortable to wear. With no clasp it is perfect for older people or people that have a difficult time with a clasp.
Saturn Chainmaile Beginner This is a charming chainmail that looks like a bunch of little Saturns linked together. It is lovely on its own and even cuter if charms are added.
Shag Maille Beginner This is a really pretty and interesting chain maille. There are lots of dangling loops to hang charms from or just leave them as cool dangles on their own. Vary the size of the rings and change the look of the bracelet.
Soleless Sandals Classette Beginner A trendy summer footwear option
Sidewalk Chain Maille Bracelets: Beginner This is a fun and easy chain maille that is perfect for Beginners, but those with more experience will enjoy it as well. Although it is relatively simple to complete it looks complex and gives a lot of impact.
Spine of the Centipede: Beginner This is an easy but extremely cool looking bracelet.
Spring Loveliness Bracelet Beginner Employing the right angle weave and some stunning dagger beads you will produce a spectacular bracelet that positively screams IT'S SPRING!
Spiral Rope Chain: Beginner/Intermediate Using only seed beads, a needle and thread, you will make a charming and delicate necklace or bracelet. This stitch is fun and not too difficult to learn.
Summer Bangle Intermediate Super easy super fun summer bangle
Star of the Sea Intermediate This is a super cute bracelet that will bring the beach to you and every one who looks.
Super easy super fun summer bracelet Beginner
Swarovski Tennis Bracelet Beginner Using right angle weave you will learn how to create stunning tennis bracelet that will stand out in a crowd.
Tornato Bracelet Beginner Employing a funky right angle weave will produce the most stunning of bracelets.
Turkish Chain Maille Necklace Intermediate This a really nice chain maille especially if you use more than one colour. Super versatile, it is beautiful by itself as a necklace, with a stone as the centrepiece or as a charm bracelet base.
Tuti-Fruiti Intermediate Great with all of your summer fashions
Twisted Chain Maille Necklace Beginner This is a super easy chain that is chunky yet delicate if using finer jump rings, but can be made for a man by using a heavier gage ring.
Victorian Opulence Christmas Ornament: Beginner This is an easy and fun ornament to create. It’s opulent look belies its ease and it will be a gorgeous addition to your tree.
Wavy Wire Bracelets: Intermediate - Wire Work 1 is a prerequisite This is a great way to show someone how much you care. They can be used as a pendant, rosary component or a brooch.
Wire Boot Camp : Beginner to Intermediate This is a two day adverture into wire. You will be taught at least 5 different classes and learn a myriad of new techniques that will make your work shine ***special pricing - 2 classes
Wire Crosses : Intermediate - Wire Work 2 is a prerequisite This is a new wire technique developed by Ancient Beads. Depending on the wire ga., you can change the look of this bracelet from delicate to chunky and funky. Either way this is a fun new technique that will have lots of applications.
Wire & Crystal Wheel Classette Beginner
Wire Herringbone: Beginner - WW1 highly recommended Using wire and a few beads you will learn how to make a very cool and stylish bracelet or necklace. This one is a show stopper and the technique has lots of possible applications.
Wire Work 1 Beginner In this workshop we learn about the different wire, gauges and the tools required to make a professional looking piece. In this class you can make a bracelette or earrings. Prerequisite for wire work 2.
Wire Work 2 Intermediate - Wire Work 1 is a prerequisite This is a very creative fun class. We explore free form wire jewllery and create your own designs. When I wear this style of jewellery I am often stopped by stangers with compliments.
Wire Work 3 - Rings Boot Camp Intermediate Just Rings
Zig Zag Herringbone Bracelet Beginner This Bracelet has a very cool pattern (Zig Zag) and is a fun way to learn the herringbone stitch.
Zulu Bracelet Beginner/Intermediate This is a very cool bracelet, made using a version of herringbone so that it works itself into a square tube. It can be chunky when using # 8 Hex Beads or use Delicas for a more delicate look
Kids' Classes All kids classes are 90 minutes and include material fees
Anklets and Rings: Using wire and beads, students will make lovely items to grace their ankles and fingers. Great for ages 9 and up. Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00
Backpack Lizards This class is great for both boys and girls. In this class they will create 2 back pack buddies to adorn their back packs or purses. This is a fun class for ages 8 and up. The course fee is $ 20.00.
Spider back pack buddies This is fun to make and is the perfect accessory for Halloween.
Basic Beading for Kids: This is a great introduction to the materials and to basic techniques that will allow your child to create a one of a kind necklace. Great for ages 9 and up. Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00
Daisy Chain Necklace The girls will leave this class with a beautiful daisy necklace. The technique is not difficult but please note they will be using a needle and thread. Girls aged 9 and up would enjoy this class. Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00.
Dragonfly Barrettes and Fancy Combs: In this class kids will create beautiful barrettes and combs for styling their hair. This is a great class for ages 9 plus Course fee for two of each project is $ 25.00.
Elastic Bracelets and Anklets This is a fun class where the participants will make fun jewellery they will easily be able to reproduce at home.
Hemp Square Neckace: A fun and trendy necklace or choker for both boys and girls. Ages 9 and up would get the best benefit from the class. Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00
Kids Boot Camp ** Special Pricing Beginner Bring a snack and your creativity and make some awesome jewelery. You will learn how to make a professional necklace, learn a simple chain maille and, time permitting, the tennis bracelet
Kids Christmas Earrings In this fun class Kids get to make snowman and Christmas tree earrings for themselves or for gifts.Instructor:
Kids Cuff Make a great cuff to adorn your wrist or to give as a gift
Kids Rings: A tremendously fun class that will show your child how to make two styles of fun and funky rings. Course fee is $20.00
Kids Tennis Bracelet This is a great pattern they can wear themselves or give as a gift to an adult
Ladder Bracelet In this class you will learn to turn seed beads into a very cool bracelet. You must be able to use a needle and thread.
Make Your Own Beads Using Polymer Clay, simple tools and creativity you will learn to make your own fabulous beads. You can take them home and use them or save them for another class to use to make your own one of a kind creation.
Simply Charming – an introduction to Chain Maille: Beginner Having fun with jump rings you will make a beautiful bracelet that is very lovely on its own or you can embellish with charms.
Mother/Daughter class ** Special Pricing Beginner This is a super fun event great for mothers, grandmothers and daughters of all ages. This class is all about bonding and making something beautiful together. You have your choice of a charm bracelet or a strung bracelet/necklace.
Spiral Hemp Choker: A very funky necklace that both boys and girls will love. Ages nine and up will love this class Course fee $20.00
Valentine Necklace for Mom: In this class we will create a beautiful necklace for Mom for Valentines day. Boys and girls aged 8 and up welcome. Course fee is $20.00

African Helix:

Beginner

This is a fantastic spiral stitch to know. It is a beautiful way to enhance a focal bead or to use in combination with other stitches

All Wired Up Cuff

Beginner

This is an easy and fun bracelet to make. Come without your inhibitions and make a wild and fun bracelet that you will love.

Anastasia’s Lost Bracelet:

Beginner

This is a bracelet evokes the feeling of a Russian castle and is truly a bracelet regal enough for a princess.

Learn to make beautiful strung jewelery - You will learn about the different materials, when to use them and why. We also cover some design and you will leave with the beautiful piece of your choosing.

Bead and Rock Wrapping:

Beginner

Previous Wire Work an asset but not a necessity. Here you will learn to cage beads with and without a hole. With this technique you can make a very cool and funky bracelet or a stunning one-of-a-kind enviable pendant.

Beaded Cabochon

Intermediate

Come and learn to catch Cabs to incorporate in to your own special and unique pieces. There will never be another one like it.

Beaded Dream Catchers 1 and 2

Intermediate

This is a two part class. After the first session you will have a lovely beaded dream catcher. The second session you will embellish it and it will go from lovely to beautiful.

Bead Knotted Necklace:

Beginner

In this workshop you will create a sensational one of a kind multistrand necklace. Let your creativity soar for a show stopping piece of wearable art.

The Boyfriend Bracelet

Beginner/Intermediate

This bracelet is compliments of Bead and Button. It is the coolest 3D bracelet that reminds me of that school yard game where you pick the colour then the number etc. to “reliably” find out who you would marry. You will know what I mean when you see it.

This one is super fun.

Byzantine Nest

Beginner

This is a very fun chain maille pattern. The components really do look like little nests.

Byzantine with a Twist:

Intermediate

This is another stunning style of chain maille that incorporates beads or crystals.

Grandmas Sweater

Beginner

Learn herringbone with this really fun pattern that works up really fast. This is great for those who have never done herringbone as well as those who have, but want a different application.

Brick Stitch Amulet Bag

Beginner to Intermediate

This is a very trendy accessory to keep your treasures in. It is also a very fun way to learn the brick stitch.

Brooches

Intermediate: WW1 prerequisite

Using wire, bead and the wire coiler you will make at least two styles of brooches. These brooches range form elegant to fun and funky.

Butterfly Bracelet

Beginner

This is a very delicate chain Maille bracelet. Using crystals and jump rings this makes a very lovely bracelet that resembles butterflies.

Bug Brooches

Beginner

Although we will be using wire no previous experience is necessary. These brooches are fun, relatively easy and always gather interest.

Caterpiller Bracelet

Beginner

This is all about the WOW factor. In this class you will create a bracelet that longs to be touched. This is a fun way to learn the square stitch.

Cellini Spiral:

Intermediate: Prerequisite, Peyote

Using crystals and seed beads you will create a stunning bracelet that is perfect by itself or incorporated into other pieces..

Cha Cha Ring

Beginner

This is a stunning ring that is not difficult to make. Once your friends see yours they are going to want one too.

Chakra Bracelets:

Beginner

Using gemstones and colours you will make a bracelet that is as beautiful as it is spiritual.

The Charming Cat

Beginner

While learning the ½ Persian you will create a stunning base either to where by itself or to add charms to. This is a really pretty and delicate chain maille.

Chevron Bracelet

Beginner

Using a simple stitch you will create a stunning bracelet that can be delicate or very funky.

Christmas Fantasy Bracelet

Beginner

Oddly similar to the spring loveliness, but for Christmas. Employing the right angle weave and some stunning dagger beads you will produce a spectacular bracelet that positively screams IT'S CHRISTMAS!

Clare's Crystal Bracelet:

Intermediate

Using right angle weave you will create an beautiful and classy crystal bracelet. This is beautiful with pearls as well. This is not a trendy piece, but rather one worthy of passing down.

Crisscross Cuff:

Beg/intermediate - Should know Peyote, but not a must

This not a hard piece to do, but it does take a bit of time. It is well worth the time, as it is stunning and looks and feels amazing when on.

Crochet Fantasy Bracelet

Beginner

Wire experience not necessary, but ability to crotchet is a must.

You will create a beautiful and delicate bracelet out of sterling silver wire and colourful beads. This is a fantasy bracelet that grabs attention and compliments.

Crochet with Beads:

Beginner - Crocheting a must

This is a spectactular basic technique that can take you in numerous directions once mastered. It is also a prerequisite for some of out other classes. Come and join us for this different and fun class.

Colour Seminar

- all levels will benefit

This class is a must for all beaders. Here colour and its uses will be explored. Tonality will be discussed and at the end you will be able to put together stunning colour combinations that you would never have thought possible.

Crystal Beaded Bead

Intermediate

Using Swarovski crystals and right angle weave you will create georgeous beads to hang by themselves as pendants or to incorporate into your designs.

Elastic Crystal Cuff

Intermediate

In this tutorial you will create a stunning bracelet that will shine. For this project we will use either crystal or fire polished beads and elastic thread to make an awesome and comfortable cuff that will be a show stopper.

Crystal Ring

Beginner/Intermediate

This ring is a stunner. Using Swarovski crystals you will create an unbelievably beautiful cocktail ring.

Crystals and Chain Maille

Beginner

In this class you will create a relatively easy chain maille that is embedded with crystals. Stunning.

The Cuff

Intermediate: prerequisite Wire Work 1, Helpful wire work 2

This is a go big or go home project. Using different wire techniques you will weave a stunning wire cuff. The skills you learn in this class are very transferable to other projects. You will love this piece it is stunning and will be noticed.

Daring Dangles:

Beginner

An unbelievably fun bracelet or necklace to make and wear, you will be awed by the compliments you receive. This is a fantastic way to use up left over beads.

Dazzling Crystal Earrings and bracelets

Beginner

This is a great way for beginners to start combining two techniques. Both are at the beginner level and you will be wowed with the outcome.

Delicate Wire Bails

Beginner

These Bails are positively delicious. You can make them as big or small as you like to suit the piece you wish to bail.

Deluxe X’s and o’s:

Beginner/Intermediate

This is a stunning bracelet. We have see it made with crystals and gemstones and either way it is unbelieveable.

The Dew Drop Bracelet:

Beginner/Intermediate

Using drops and right angle weave you will create a stunning bracelet that is perfect for a special gift.

Diagonal Macramé Bracelets:

Beginner

With Mastics cording and beads you will create beautiful and casual bracelets. This is a very relaxing class.

Diamond Back Netted Tubular Bracelets

Beginner

This is a great beginner bead weaving class as you will see stunning results that will have your confidence soaring. This one looks hard, but is really pretty easy.

Diamond Back Wire Bracelet:

Intermediate – ww1 prerequisite

This is another stunning style of chain maille that incorporates beads or crystals.This is a great bracelet that works up pretty fast and can easily be adjusted to be dainty or chunky

Dichronic Glass

Beginner

Learn to fuse glass in this class. Great for pendants, wire wrappng, caging cabochons and PMC Super fun and creative class

***$75 includes three pendants.

Double Spiral Rope

Using the same technique, but with a twist, as with single spiral rope, to create a much chunkier bead weave.

Dragon Scale :

Beginner

This is a pattern that requires some previous chain maille experience. If you like chain maille, you will love this. When finished, you will have a dramatic piece that is reminiscent of the scales of a dragon. Get read for the requests

Dream Catcher Bracelet

Intermediate - Brick and Peyotye Stitches Prerequisite

This is the cutest bracelet with several tiny dream catchers. It will not only get looks by day, but will keep your dreams sweet by night.

Embroidered Cuff

Advanced

If you know peyote, have beading experience and want to take it up a huge knot...Then this is it. In this class you will truly create one of a kind works of wearable art.

Enamel :

Intermediate

Using a new product on the market, we will teach you how to enamel without a Kiln. This is a revolutionary product. You will have a choice of projects and will likely get a few done. This works great on Precious Metal clay :

***special pricing - call for pricing

Encased Bead Chain Maille

Intermediate

This chain maille bracelet will show you how to encase a bead in jump rings and turn it into a spectacular piece of jewllery.

Fiesta Christmas Ornament

Beginner

This is one fun ornament. All you need is seed beads and some sequins and a fiesta is had by all.

Flat Peyote

Beginner

This class opens the door to a myriad of possibilities. With a needle, thread and some beads you can create patterns and pictures in your jewellery designs. We will be creating a bracelet in this class. This technique is also a prerequisite for several others.

Free Form Peyote

Intermediate - Prerequisite flat peyote

A beautiful bracelet is created when you leave your inhibitions at home. Come and create a magnificent piece of jewellery that you will find a difficult time taking your eyes off of.

French Beaded Flowers - Rose

Beginner/Intermediate

You will be astounded at the beauty of this project. You can apply your rose to a brooch, barrette or just put it in a vase (no water necessary). Careful you may become addicted.

French Beaded Flowers - Hibiscus

Beginner/Intermediate

You will be astounded at the beauty of this project. You can apply your flower to a brooch, barrette or just put it in a vase (your friends will think you have become an expert gardener). Careful you may become addicted.

Fused Dichroic Glass Pendants

Beginner

This is a ridiculously fun and creative workshop. You will learn how to make your own fused glass pendants. We will be annealing them in the Kiln so that they will not just be gorgeous, but durable as well.

Golf Counter Classette

Beginner

Keep track of the number of strokes you take on a hole with this handy golf counter

Grape and Vine Pendant New

Beginner

An outstanding conversation starter. Using wire and beads, you form a cluster of grapes that can be hung from a necklace or as a window decoration.

Guinevere Chain Maille Bracelet

Beginner

This is a very delicate style of chain maille. Combined with Swarovski crystals this one will definitely please any woman.

Helm Cuff

Intermediate

You want Wow, well this is it. This is a beautiful chain maille that is eye poppingly (yes I know it’s not a real word) stunning to look at and feels great to wear. Make this as wide as you would like or make a choker.

Herringbone Bracelet

Beginner

While learning the Herringbone stitch you will create a beautiful double sided bracelet.

Housewares

Beginner

Wire work is not a prerequisite, but it will make this easier. That being said, this is a fun and creative class where you will learn to embellish wine glasses and utensils.

Hugs and Kisses Bracelet

Beginner

This is a very charming bracelet that mimics yes that’s right hugs and kisses.

Hula Christmas Ornament

Intermediate

This may be the crowning glory on your tree and is guaranteed to bring oos and ahhs

Introductory Beading Series - $149.99 for 10 weeks

Beginner

This 10 week series includes a variety of techniques for you to explor the different aspects of this craft such as stringing, bead weaving, wire, chain maille, ect. You will be amazed at what you will create. MOst weeks you will have a completed project to take home.

Jans’ Jewels

Intermediate

This class will teach you how to make crystal squares and connect them into a beautiful necklace. When this catches the sun you may want to be wearing sunglasses.

The King of Rings

Intermediate, WW1 is a prerequisite

Go big or go home. That’s what this really fun statement ring says. This is a very cool and funky ring that always has people stopping me. (may also be used as a self defence device)

Lacy Beaded Bead

Beginner/Intermediate

This delicate pattern will most certainly enhance any of your designs. They are beautiful by themselves as a pendant or make several and use them in bracelets or necklaces. They look very difficult, but really aren’t that hard to make.

Lacy Herringbone

Beginner/Intermediate

Make a super delicate bracelet or choker with this beautiful pattern. It looks fit for a princess. With this stitch you will be able to create many different pieces.

Ladders and Loops

Beginner

Using cubes and seed beads we will create a very fun and versatile bracelet. This is a fairly easy technique, but has lots of impact.

Leather Stone Wrapping New

Beginner

Using leather strips, you will learn to wrap stones to create a fashion statement.

Lovely Crystal Ring

Beginner

This is a truly lovely crystal ring. It is simple to make and comfortable to wear. The band is made with elastic (optional) so that sizing is not a problem for gifts.

Luscious Links

Intermediate

Using seed bead and right angle weave you will create a stunning bracelet or necklace that will be a one of a kind work of art.

The Marcia

Intermediate

Using a couple of different bead weaving techniques we will show you how to create a stunning bracelet. This may even inspire you to try combining stitches in other projects.

The Mary Christmas Ornament

Beginner

This is another way to make your Christmas special. This is an ornament that you will be proud to give as a gift or pass down as an heirloom.

Maui Bracelet

Beginner

This gorgeous stitch is great as a necklace and a bracelet. It is not only beautiful but not very difficult either. This one will definitely get you stopped by strangers for compliments.

Netted Christmas Ornament:

Beginner

Using a simple stitch you will create a showpiece for your tree or mantle. They can also be used year round as a wine bottle gown.

Oh My Stars

Beginner/Intermediate

Original design by Rebecca

Get ready to be wowed. This Bracelet is gorgeous and is easily adaptable to earrings or a choker. You're friends are going to want this one for a gift

Kelly's On a Whim Cuff

Beginner/Intermediate

original design by Kelly

With some wire, beads and very little experience you will learn how to create a beautiful cuff or choker that is truly whimsical

Open Heart Pendant

Intermediate

A very nice gift that whips up pretty fast and who could resist a Swarovski Heart.

Owl Bracelet

Intermediate

From tip to tail this is your creation. This is a fun way to build your stitch inventory and learn circular brick stitch….with cubes no less. If you look at just two of the pieces they really do look like owl eyes.

Pearl on a Half Shell -

Intermediate

Precious Metal Clay: Introduction

Beginner

In this workshop you will learn the basics of this powerful medium, how to work with it and al its possibilities. This is a prerequisite to all other PMC classes. In this class you can either make a charm bracelet or a Pendant necklace and earrings. You will be astounded at all the ideas that will come to you while working with the clay. Now your in for some serious fun.

***$139.99

Peyote Boot Camp

Beginner to Intermediate

You will make at least 3 projects using this versatile technique.

***special pricing - call for pricing

Peyote Embellishment

Beginner

This is an extension of the peyote class, but if you have a peyote piece already done then you can bring it and learn to embellish it.

Peyote Wave

Beginner

A really fun way to learn peyote for those who are new to it and a fun new pattern for those who have done it before.

Peyote Week

Beginner to Intermediate

Want to know more about the most popular stitch in beading? This is the class for you. Every day we will create a new project with this versatile technique.

***special pricing - call for pricing

Peyote with Windows

Intermediate

In development

Picot Bracelet

Beginner

This is an attention getter. 2 cut beads are used for this stunning yet simple bracelet.

Posh Wire Pendant

Intermediate/Advanced

Original design by Cindy

This class is a two part, but when finished you will have a wearable wire art pendant that will look like you paid a fortune for.

***special pricing - 2 classes

Pricing and Selling your Jewelry

This a very exciting seminar. For those of you who wish to sell your jewellery be it to a couple of friends, to galleries, retail stores or church bazaars, this is the seminar for you. We will look at the different mediums in which to sell your jewellery and how to price and market it accordingly.

***$75

Pushing Up Daisies

Beginner

original design by Rebecca

This is the grown up version of the daisy chain and it can be a bracelet or a necklace. You will also learn how easy it is to change this pattern. This a really easy pretty and fresh piece that you will enjoy for years or great as a gift.

Puffy Heart Pendant

Intermediate

This is a hugely popular class bec ause the end result is so stunning. These crystal hearts are worth the effort..

Resin Pendant workshop

Beginner

This is a totally fun work shop where you will create your own pendant. Starting with a blank bezel you will build your own one of a kind pendant. This stuff is really cool; you can even put pictures and objects in it. Come with your creativity and some special pictures and / or objects.

Right Angle Dangle

Beginner

orignial design by Cheryl

while learning the infamous right angle weave you will create this stunning classy necklace.

Right Angle Spiral

Beginner

This is an easy and fun bracelet with huge bling factor. They are great for gifts bacause the work up fast and are so amazing. This pattern converts easily to a necklace as well.

Rings

Beginner/Intermediate

You don't need Wire work experience but it is a plus. In this class we will show you how to create spectacular rings that are reflective of your personality. Come ready to have some fun.

Rosa Blossom:

Beginner

We start the stunning Chain maille as a bracelet, but it is so lovely that you may want to keep going and make it into a necklace. This bracelet is a show stopper and you will be amazed at what a few jump rings and some crystals can turn into.

Ruffled Feathers:

Beginner

This is a super fun Bracelet that resembles feathers. Channel your inner Zsa Zsa Gabor, ruffle some feathers and look glamorous doing it.

Russian Sprial

Intermediate

THis is another very cool spiral that is beautiful and very adaptable to numerous projects. Wire Work 1 is a prerequisite

Russian St. Petersburg Chain Bracelet

Intermediate

In this workshop you will learn this very beautiful and very delicate stitch using seed bead and small crystals. It makes a lovely bracelet or necklace and a spectacular lariat or purse handle.

Rustic Herringbone

Beginner

Sandy’s Gone Loopy:

Beginner

This is a super fun necklace that is fun to make and fun to wear. Also a great way to use up odds and ends.

Sandy’s Twisted Treasure:

Beginner/Intermediate

Put your own twist onto this gorgeous herringbone based bracelet. This is a bracelet that everyone loves and it is comfortable to wear. With no clasp it is perfect for older people or people that have a difficult time with a clasp.

Saturn Chainmaile

Beginner

This is a charming chainmail that looks like a bunch of little Saturns linked together. It is lovely on its own and even cuter if charms are added.

Shag Maille

Beginner

This is a really pretty and interesting chain maille. There are lots of dangling loops to hang charms from or just leave them as cool dangles on their own. Vary the size of the rings and change the look of the bracelet.

Soleless Sandals Classette

Beginner

A trendy summer footwear option

Sidewalk Chain Maille Bracelets:

Beginner

This is a fun and easy chain maille that is perfect for Beginners, but those with more experience will enjoy it as well. Although it is relatively simple to complete it looks complex and gives a lot of impact.

Spine of the Centipede:

Beginner

This is an easy but extremely cool looking bracelet.

Spring Loveliness Bracelet

Beginner

Employing the right angle weave and some stunning dagger beads you will produce a spectacular bracelet that positively screams IT'S SPRING!

Spiral Rope Chain:

Beginner/Intermediate

Using only seed beads, a needle and thread, you will make a charming and delicate necklace or bracelet. This stitch is fun and not too difficult to learn.

Summer Bangle

Intermediate

Super easy super fun summer bangle

Star of the Sea

Intermediate

This is a super cute bracelet that will bring the beach to you and every one who looks.

Super easy super fun summer bracelet

Beginner

Swarovski Tennis Bracelet

Beginner

Using right angle weave you will learn how to create stunning tennis bracelet that will stand out in a crowd.

Tornato Bracelet

Beginner

Employing a funky right angle weave will produce the most stunning of bracelets.

Turkish Chain Maille Necklace

Intermediate

This a really nice chain maille especially if you use more than one colour. Super versatile, it is beautiful by itself as a necklace, with a stone as the centrepiece or as a charm bracelet base.

Tuti-Fruiti

Intermediate

Great with all of your summer fashions

Twisted Chain Maille Necklace

Beginner

This is a super easy chain that is chunky yet delicate if using finer jump rings, but can be made for a man by using a heavier gage ring.

Victorian Opulence Christmas Ornament:

Beginner

This is an easy and fun ornament to create. It’s opulent look belies its ease and it will be a gorgeous addition to your tree.

Wavy Wire Bracelets:

Intermediate - Wire Work 1 is a prerequisite

This is a great way to show someone how much you care. They can be used as a pendant, rosary component or a brooch.

Wire Boot Camp :

Beginner to Intermediate

This is a two day adverture into wire. You will be taught at least 5 different classes and learn a myriad of new techniques that will make your work shine

***special pricing - 2 classes

Wire Crosses :

Intermediate - Wire Work 2 is a prerequisite

This is a new wire technique developed by Ancient Beads. Depending on the wire ga., you can change the look of this bracelet from delicate to chunky and funky. Either way this is a fun new technique that will have lots of applications.

Wire & Crystal Wheel Classette

Beginner

Wire Herringbone:

Beginner - WW1 highly recommended

Using wire and a few beads you will learn how to make a very cool and stylish bracelet or necklace. This one is a show stopper and the technique has lots of possible applications.

Wire Work 1

Beginner

In this workshop we learn about the different wire, gauges and the tools required to make a professional looking piece. In this class you can make a bracelette or earrings. Prerequisite for wire work 2.

Wire Work 1 Earrings and Charm Bracelets

Wire Work 2

Intermediate - Wire Work 1 is a prerequisite

This is a very creative fun class. We explore free form wire jewllery and create your own designs. When I wear this style of jewellery I am often stopped by stangers with compliments.

Wire Work 3 - Rings Boot Camp

Intermediate

Just Rings

Zig Zag Herringbone Bracelet

Beginner

This Bracelet has a very cool pattern (Zig Zag) and is a fun way to learn the herringbone stitch.

Zulu Bracelet

Beginner/Intermediate

This is a very cool bracelet, made using a version of herringbone so that it works itself into a square tube. It can be chunky when using # 8 Hex Beads or use Delicas for a more delicate look

Kids' Classes

All kids classes are 90 minutes and include material fees

Anklets and Rings:

Using wire and beads, students will make lovely items to grace their ankles and fingers. Great for ages 9 and up.

Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00

Backpack Lizards

This class is great for both boys and girls. In this class they will create 2 back pack buddies to adorn their back packs or purses. This is a fun class for ages 8 and up.

The course fee is $ 20.00.

Spider back pack buddies

This is fun to make and is the perfect accessory for Halloween.

Basic Beading for Kids:

This is a great introduction to the materials and to basic techniques that will allow your child to create a one of a kind necklace. Great for ages 9 and up.

Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00

Daisy Chain Necklace

The girls will leave this class with a beautiful daisy necklace. The technique is not difficult but please note they will be using a needle and thread. Girls aged 9 and up would enjoy this class.

Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00.

Dragonfly Barrettes and Fancy Combs:

In this class kids will create beautiful barrettes and combs for styling their hair. This is a great class for ages 9 plus

Course fee for two of each project is $ 25.00.

Elastic Bracelets and Anklets

This is a fun class where the participants will make fun jewellery they will easily be able to reproduce at home.

Hemp Square Neckace:

A fun and trendy necklace or choker for both boys and girls. Ages 9 and up would get the best benefit from the class.

Course fee including material for one necklace is $20.00

Kids Boot Camp ** Special Pricing

Beginner

Bring a snack and your creativity and make some awesome jewelery. You will learn how to make a professional necklace, learn a simple chain maille and, time permitting, the tennis bracelet

Kids Christmas Earrings

In this fun class Kids get to make snowman and Christmas tree earrings for themselves or for gifts.Instructor:

Kids Cuff

Make a great cuff to adorn your wrist or to give as a gift

Kids Rings:

A tremendously fun class that will show your child how to make two styles of fun and funky rings.

Course fee is $20.00

Kids Tennis Bracelet

This is a great pattern they can wear themselves or give as a gift to an adult

Ladder Bracelet

In this class you will learn to turn seed beads into a very cool bracelet. You must be able to use a needle and thread.

Make Your Own Beads

Using Polymer Clay, simple tools and creativity you will learn to make your own fabulous beads. You can take them home and use them or save them for another class to use to make your own one of a kind creation.

Simply Charming – an introduction to Chain Maille:

Beginner

Having fun with jump rings you will make a beautiful bracelet that is very lovely on its own or you can embellish with charms.

Mother/Daughter class ** Special Pricing

Beginner

This is a super fun event great for mothers, grandmothers and daughters of all ages. This class is all about bonding and making something beautiful together. You have your choice of a charm bracelet or a strung bracelet/necklace.

Spiral Hemp Choker:

A very funky necklace that both boys and girls will love. Ages nine and up will love this class

Course fee $20.00

Valentine Necklace for Mom:

In this class we will create a beautiful necklace for Mom for Valentines day. Boys and girls aged 8 and up welcome.

Course fee is $20.00

W e are more than just a Bead Store

Create your own class

Precious Metal Clay classes have arrived along with Dichronic Glass. WooHoo!!!!!!!

Classes are $20 each unless otherwise noted - materials not included.

Anastasia’s Lost Bracelet:

The Boyfriend Bracelet

Byzantine Nest

Brick Stitch Amulet Bag

Brooches

Butterfly Bracelet

Bug Brooches

Caterpiller Bracelet

Cha Cha Ring

Chakra Bracelets:

The Charming Cat

Chevron Bracelet

Christmas Fantasy Bracelet

Crochet Fantasy Bracelet

Crochet with Beads:

Colour Seminar

Elastic Crystal Cuff

Crystal Ring

Crystals and Chain Maille

The Cuff

Dazzling Crystal Earrings and bracelets

Delicate Wire Bails

The Dew Drop Bracelet:

***$75 includes three pendants.

Double Spiral Rope

***special pricing - call for pricing

Encased Bead Chain Maille

Fiesta Christmas Ornament

French Beaded Flowers - Rose

French Beaded Flowers - Hibiscus

Herringbone Bracelet

Housewares

Hugs and Kisses Bracelet

Hula Christmas Ornament

The King of Rings

Ladders and Loops

Lovely Crystal Ring

Luscious Links

The Marcia

The Mary Christmas Ornament

***$139.99

***special pricing - call for pricing

Peyote Wave

***special pricing - call for pricing

Picot Bracelet

***special pricing - 2 classes

***$75

Rosa Blossom:

Saturn Chainmaile

Shag Maille

Sidewalk Chain Maille Bracelets:

Twisted Chain Maille Necklace

Wavy Wire Bracelets:

***special pricing - 2 classes

Wire Crosses :

Wire Herringbone:

Zig Zag Herringbone Bracelet

Kids' Classes

Daisy Chain Necklace

Dragonfly Barrettes and Fancy Combs:

Elastic Bracelets and Anklets