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Wire Ring Workshop (Sunday, from 1:30 until completion)
Instructor: Majesta M
Read MoreSkill Level: All
Dates/Times:
Workshop Fees: $100
Come learn some of Majesta’s favorite ring designs. Create and complete 3 stunning sterling silver rings with your own interpretation and colors. Patina and finishing techniques will be taught as well. Read More
Arabesque Chandelier Earrings
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 12, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials except tools.
Learn to create these graceful chandelier earrings that are light as a feather. Gorgeous with Swarovski crystals, they’ll sparkle from a mile away. Patina the earrings for a super rock-glam look, or leave them polished for a more elegant feel. You’ll learn how to make your own custom ear wires. Crafted in copper or Bronze. For questions and... Read More
Silver Art Deco Bezel Pendant
Instructor: Stan Rosier
Art Clay Senior Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $115, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
The perfect technique for setting cabochons in silver, we will construct a free form pendant, accented with a bezel-set stone. Students will learn how to use bezel wire to create a perfect fit around a stone that cannot be fired in place. (Stones that should not go into the kiln, such as moonstone, amber, jasper, agate, and quartz, can be set using these... Read More
Crystal Clay Creation
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, workshop fee.
$0, free kit, sponsored by Crystal Clay.
This fun design class will introduce a new material -the Epoxies Sculpt (A 2-part Moldable Epoxy for Jewelry Making), to work with SWAROVSKI Chatons. Will practice the stone setting, color combination, and will finish one ring and one pendant and one other project during the class. Register by emailing Casey at beadanddesign@msn.com or calling 530-274-1101.... Read More
Wire Wrapped 14/20K and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a BA in Art, an MA in Art History and a JD degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-a-Fair for the past 9 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
Class size is limited to 12 so register early! All fees must be paid in full at time of registration. Non refundable after July 20, 2011. The materials fee includes 14/20K gold filled wire as well as sterling silver wire for the bracelet, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of my12 page bracelet publication featuring complete... Read More
Clay Play Day with Christi Friesen!
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Hey! How can you pass up free playtime with award-winning artist Christi Friesen? You can't! So come to the Pasadena Bead & Design Show Thursday July 28 and join in the fun. Come play with my fun stamp/texture sheets! Drop in anytime on Thursday during the show learn some fun tricks with polymer clay, mixed media and stamped images!
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The Art of Wire – Earring Design
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$35, kit fee.
Introducing Lilian’s basic jewelry making method. Without Straightening, without measuring, without soldering, learn to directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement depending on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping position, combining with its stretch and circle curve, leading the wire towards the North,... Read More
Filigree Heart Pendant Necklace
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 12, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials except tools.
This charming necklace is Valentine’s Day personified. It’s got an old fashioned, BoHo look. Wire coiling and chain making is the basis for this necklace. Crafted in copper. For questions and to register, please email kat@KatDesignsUSA.com or call 949 422-8994. Read More
Working with Glass Clay
Instructor: Paula Radke
Paula has been working with glass for 30 years. For the past year, she has extensively worked with glass clay developing a technique that works the microwave kiln. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes materials.
I will show you how to take the mystery out of working with glass clay. We will learn about mixing colors; dry and wet. We will add clay accents to a dichroic cab and imbed dichroic cabs in the center of molded flowers. We will be making silicon putty molds so bring anything small and fun to make a mold from and any of your favorite clay working tools. I... Read More
Crawling with Crystals Brazilian Bling Bracelet
Instructor: Stephanie Harrell
Owner of Bead Artistry. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, includes all materials.
Learn to weave this fabulous bracelet. The class fee includes all materials. Many color choices will be available. To register contact Stephanie at 559-435-6605 or beadartistry@sbcglobal.net. Read More
“Hopscotch Kumihimo Bracelet”
Instructor: Karen Nan
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$85, kit fee.
In this comprehensive class, you will learn the basic Kumihimo braiding technique using a hand-held foam disc; also learn the planning and preparation that is required of this technique. You will also learn the method of terminating the braid and making the connective links including the use of bead caps, wire, clasp, etc.
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“Fuchsia” Copper Blossom
Instructor: Cindy Pankopf
Art Clay Master Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate. Students should have no less than 3 other metal clay classes and home practice for experience.
Dates/Times: January 12, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Workshop Fees: $105, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Texture and drape metal clay to create this delicate award-winning floral pendant. The petals are double-sided with a torn edge and matte finish that contrasts beautifully with the crisp, shiny leaves. You will also learn how to texture the leaves, which com¬plete the look. Previous metal clay experience required. For questions and to register, please... Read More
Stretch it! Bling it! Ring it! Make & Take
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $10, all materials provided.
Join Diane and learn how to make a stretch ring in your favorite Swarovski Elements color. Join in any time during the hour! All Swarovski Elements and other components and tools are provided. Read More
PRISMACOLOR on COPPER
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Learn how to bond Prismacolor colored pencil to pure copper to make unique pendants and earrings. Maria will demonstrate cutting, filing, and hammering copper. Then she will teach you how to prepare the copper to accept colored pencil, how to transfer a design to your prepared blank, and how to color and finish your pieces. You should leave the workshop... Read More
Wrap It Up!
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Workshop Fees: $35, all materials included.
What happens when you combine two of today’s hottest trends? This innovative, and sparkling wire crochet wrap bracelet, of course! CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassador Diane Whiting will teach you how easy it is to crochet with wire using a beautiful mix of SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS. A special extra step makes this bracelet durable, and allows you to lay out your... Read More
Drop Spindling
Instructor: Kathryn Withers
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 5:00pm to 6:30pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes the drop spindle, niddy noddy, and one ounce of fiber, as well as the instruction.
Learn how to create your own unique yarn on a drop spindle. My technique is simple and straightforward. Anyone can do it. Cost includes the drop spindle, niddy noddy, and one ounce of fiber, as well as the instruction. Maximum class size is 5. Located in the Santa Monica Room. To register call 520-572-3758 or email Kathy at Jmarckathy@aol.com. Read More
Multi-Colored Turkish Round Chainmaille Bracelet
Instructor: Lauren Andersen
Also known as The ChainMaille Lady. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45
Come learn the ancient art of chainmaille from The ChainMaille Lady. The Turkish Round weave is similar to the Byzantine weave; however, it produces a three sided bracelet as opposed to a four sided bracelet. You will use four different colors (black, brass, non-tarnish silver, and copper) of Artistic Wire® Chain Maille Jump rings. For more information... Read More
BANGLES and BEADS
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Following a brief introduction to decorative Japanese washi paper, you will learn how to create one-of-a-kind jewelry using washi to cover wooden beads or bangles. Workshop price includes all material needed for one completed project (a bangle or set of beads). Supplies for additional projects will be available for purchase. For more details go to... Read More
Free Form Wire Pendants
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 13, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials except tools.
These pendants are freeform works of art that create a “statement” piece. Bend, hammer, texture, weave, and patina copper wire to a fabulous piece of jewelry.
Crafted in copper or Bronze. For questions and to register, please email kat@KatDesignsUSA.com or call 949 422-8994. Read More
Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Pendant
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a BA in Art, an MA in Art History and a JD degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-a-Fair for the past 9 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Workshop Fees: $85, All fees must be paid in full at time of registration. Non refundable after July 20, 2011.
$50, materials fee.
Class size is limited to 12 so register early! The materials fee includes one of Merilou’s one-of-a-kind dichroic glass cabochons and enough sterling silver wire to make the pendant, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of my12 page pendant publication featuring complete instructions with color step by step photographs,... Read More
African Helix Bracelet
Instructor: Donna Palmer
Bead weaving extraordinaire and owner of Beads and Magic Wishes. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Workshop Fees: $80, includes kit with all materials.
Learn an easy way to make a beautiful 3-D African Helix Bracelet. This is a great undulating stitch beaded on a stick with lots of great ways to embellish. Learn and Love it. The complete Kit is included with the class. Choices of color when you talk to Donna and reserve your seat. Everything you need is provided for the class. Check out Donna’s... Read More
.999 Silver and 24k Gold Keum-Boo Bracelet
Instructor: Stan Rosier
Art Clay Senior Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $115, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Making this charm bracelet is a great introduction to Art Clay Silver – plus a bonus with learning how to apply 24k gold foil to our pieces. We’ll create fine silver charms, learning along the way about molding compounds (bring your favorite buttons, tiny seashells, or other small moldable items!) After the molds are ready to use, we will use... Read More
The Art of Wire – Design Necklace & Blooming Pendant
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$5, kit fee, sponsored by Parawire.
Introducing Lilian’s basic jewelry making method. Without Straightening, without measuring, without soldering, learn to directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement depending on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping position, combining with its stretch and circle curve, leading the wire towards the North,... Read More
Stretch it! Bling it! Ring it! Make & Take
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $10, all materials provided.
Join Diane and learn how to make a stretch ring in your favorite Swarovski Elements color. Join in any time during the hour! All Swarovski Elements and other components and tools are provided. Read More
Princepesa Pendant
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, all materials included.
This ornate pendant is fit for Renaissance royalty, but easy enough for a modern princess-on-the-go to make. CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassador Diane Whiting teaches new techniques for stitching SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and seed beads onto filigree findings for your own touch of royal romance. Please bring reading glasses or magnifiers. Register by emailing Casey at
BEAD CROCHET
Instructor: Rose Klapman
Lampwork bead artist and jewelry designer, visit http://www.beadshaper.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, Some supplies needed.
Come and learn how to make beautiful necklaces and bracelets using a simple crochet chain stitch. We will make 3 crochet strands to this design and then braid them together. Fine sterling silver wire or gold fill wire are available for an extra charge. Supplies to be brought by the student: One crochet needle size # h. 240-270 2M and 3M beads in assorted... Read More
Arabesque Chandelier Earrings
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 13, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials except tools.
Learn to create these graceful chandelier earrings that are light as a feather. Gorgeous with Swarovski crystals, they’ll sparkle from a mile away. Patina the earrings for a super rock-glam look, or leave them polished for a more elegant feel. You’ll learn how to make your own custom ear wires. Crafted in copper or Bronze. For questions and... Read More
“Groovy Heart Wire Wrap Pendant”
Instructor: Karen Nan
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 2:00pm to 3:30pm & January 13, from 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Your Lucky Day… Free Wire Wrapping Class! Limit 8 per session.
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Cogwheel Spinner Earrings
Instructor: Michelle Loon
Art Clay Senior Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $99, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Get carried away creating gear-inspired beads! Industrial-chic, and similar to steampunk, these earrings are quirky and unique. Techniques include texturing, design, and dry construction. For questions and to register, please email Katie@artclayworld.com OR call (toll-free) 866-381-0100 or 708-857-8800. Read More
Metal Working Basics – Steampunk Pendant
Instructor: Melissa Mauk Rodarte
Melissa has been a jewelry teacher for the last 8 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $40, workshop fee.
$20, kit fee (includes all materials necessary to make 1-2 pendants)
In this class you will learn the basics of texturing, shaping and hammering words and designs into metal. We will also work with layering effects using charms, bead caps and other various metal pieces in combination with fine screws and bolts for a permanent and durable cold connection. This is a fabulous way to create a truly unique piece that will reflect... Read More
PRISMACOLOR on COPPER
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Learn how to bond Prismacolor colored pencil to pure copper to make unique pendants and earrings. Maria will demonstrate cutting, filing, and hammering copper. Then she will teach you how to prepare the copper to accept colored pencil, how to transfer a design to your prepared blank, and how to color and finish your pieces. You should leave the workshop... Read More
Working with WireKnitZ®- the innovative copper wire knit®
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 3:00pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$10, kit fee, sponsored by Parawire and Wireknitz.
Fun with WireKnitZ - the innovative copper wire knit.
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Lovely Links Bracelet
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more info email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, includes all materials.
Swarovski Elements Single-Stone settings make elegance easy. Ambassador Diane Whiting teaches how to make crystal “tennis’ style bracelets using the settings and a small amount of wire. No experience is necessary, beginners are welcome! All Swarovski Elements and supplies are included. To register please call Casey at 530-274-1101 or email
Freeform Knit and Crochet
Instructor: Kathryn Withers
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Workshop Fees: $75
This is knitting and crochet outside of the box. If you have ever wanted to design and dreaded following a pattern, this technique is for you. You will get a basic understanding of how to create motifs and how to create your own patterns. You bring a set of size US 10 -11 needles and 5 yarns that are different textures and colors that you think will go... Read More
Spine of the Centipede Pearl Chainmaille Bracelet
Instructor: Lauren Andersen
Also known as The ChainMaille Lady™. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All. Experience opening & closing jump rings helpful
Dates/Times: January 13, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Workshop Fees: $50
Come learn the ancient art of chainmaille from The ChainMaille Lady. Imagine learning how to make this gorgeous pearl chainmaille bracelet! You will use Non-Tarnish Artistic Wire® Chain Maille Jump rings and 6mm Cream Swarovski® Pearls to weave this deceptively easy bracelet. For more information and to sign up for the class go to Lauren’s... Read More
Fine Silver Carved Bezel Ring
Instructor: Cindy Pankopf
Art Clay Master Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate.. Students should have no less than 3 other metal clay classes and home practice for experience.
Dates/Times: January 13, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $115, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
The focal point of this ring is a large cubic zirconia that surrounded by a detailed decorative silver frame. The set stone is held in place by twirling tendrils of pure silver. You will also learn how to properly size a ring made of metal clay. A CZ with a carved bezel can be applied to any metal clay creation, making this a very useful skill. This class is... Read More
Celebration with Wine Friday & “Power of Adornment –How to Develop Your Own Style with Artwear”
Instructor: Suzi Click
Panel moderator. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 13, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Workshop Fees: $35
Includes show admission.
Wish you could develop your style so it would be easy to get dressed and look great everyday and know what to wear and what to buy? Then come to “The Power of Adornment” workshop and learn from a panel of experts and be guided by them to try on a variety of artistically visual artwear clothing and jewelry to find the styles that enhance your own... Read More
WIRE WRAPPED GEMSTONE DONUT
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a B.A. in Art, an M.A. in Art History and a J.D. degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-A-Fair for the past 9 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
Create this stunning gemstone wire wrapped donut. The materials fee includes sterling silver wire and a gemstone donut. You will also receive a complete instruction book with photos, a work mat and a jeweler’s polishing cloth. All tools will be provided but you may bring your own if you wish. For additional information or to sign up for the class email... Read More
Filigree Heart Pendant Necklace
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 14, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials except tools.
This charming necklace is Valentine’s Day personified. It’s got an old fashioned, BoHo look. Wire coiling and chain making is the basis for this necklace. Crafted in copper. For questions and to register, please email kat@KatDesignsUSA.com or call 949 422-8994. Read More
Fiesta Bracelet Double Viking Knit Class
Instructor: Rose Klapman
Lampwork bead artist and jewelry designer, visit http://www.beadshaper.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, for workshop.
$50, for Lazee Dazee kit (tool, draw plate, conditioning cloth, practice wire, and carrying case).
Come, have fun and learn this centuries old technique. You’ll leave with a beautiful finished bracelet and the ability to make other Viking knit jewelry. Instead of buying the full kit you can purchase the tool alone for $25. Bead caps and colored silver plate wire supplied. Additional charge if you want sterling silver wire. Supplies to bring to class... Read More
PMC the Basics
Instructor: Olivia Competente
A certified PMC instructor who teaches workshops throughout the year. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $110, all materials included.
Love metal? Want to try a new medium. This class will cover all the basics in PMC (precious metal clay). Pmc is a medium that can be molded and manipulated like traditional clay, but when fired becomes a lovely piece of fine silver jewelry. From flat forms to setting a gemstone to finishing your piece. You will go home with wonderful pieces of one of a... Read More
Crystal Watch
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$70, kit fee.
Introducing the Chinese knotting by weaving knit wire in a designed pattern, the beginning starts with a hook, and is ended by a SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS pendant. The pattern could be made into a necklace, brooch, or many other designs of your own. Register by emailing Casey at beadanddesign@msn.com or calling 530-274-1101. Please send any questions to Lilian at... Read More
BANGLES and BEADS
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Following a brief introduction to decorative Japanese washi paper, you will learn how to create one-of-a-kind jewelry using washi to cover wooden beads or bangles. Workshop price includes all material needed for one completed project (a bangle or set of beads). Supplies for additional projects will be available for purchase. For more details go to... Read More
“In Stitches” Pure Copper Heart Pendant
Instructor: Michelle Loon
Art Clay Senior Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $105, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Stitch together an enchanting hollow pendant that is bursting at the seams with curls of wire. Making custom drying forms with silicon molding compound, texturing and draping of clay, dry construction and snake rolling will be covered in class.
... Read More
Spine of the Centipede Pearl Chainmaille Bracelet
Instructor: Lauren Andersen
Also known as The ChainMaille Lady™. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All. Experience opening & closing jump rings helpful
Dates/Times: January 14, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $50
Limited Class Size. Come learn the ancient art of chainmaille from The ChainMaille Lady. Imagine learning how to make this gorgeous pearl chainmaille bracelet! You will use Non-Tarnish Artistic Wire® Chain Maille Jump rings and 6mm Cream Swarovski® Pearls to weave this deceptively easy bracelet. For more information and to sign up for the class go... Read More
Stretch it! Bling it! Ring it! Make & Take
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $10, all materials included.
Join Diane and learn how to make a stretch ring in your favorite Swarovski Elements color. Join in any time during the hour! All Swarovski Elements and other components and tools are provided. Read More
Fast Sellable Wire Wraps
Instructor: Majesta M
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $80, materials included.
This is an excellent introduction to wire wrapping. You will complete two separate pieces. You will be wrapping an Agate slice, as well as an Arrowhead. A perfect course for making fast, efficient, artistic, and sellable works. Do you have a stone that does not have a hole? Then this is the course for you. Read More
Fiesta Bracelet Double Viking Knit Class
Instructor: Rose Klapman
Lampwork bead artist and jewelry designer, visit http://www.beadshaper.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, for workshop.
$50, for Lazee Dazee kit (tool, draw plate, conditioning cloth, practice wire, and carrying case).
Come, have fun and learn this centuries old technique. You’ll leave with a beautiful finished bracelet and the ability to make other Viking knit jewelry. Instead of buying the full kit you can purchase the tool alone for $25. Bead caps and colored silver plate wire supplied. Additional charge if you want sterling silver wire. Supplies to bring to class... Read More
Free Form Wire Pendants
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 14, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials except tools.
These pendants are freeform works of art that create a “statement” piece. Bend, hammer, texture, weave, and patina copper wire to a fabulous piece of jewelry.
Crafted in copper or Bronze. For questions and to register, please email kat@KatDesignsUSA.com or call 949 422-8994. Read More
The Art of wire – Sketch Style Making
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 1:00pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$0, free kit, sponsored by Beadalon.
Introducing Lilian’s non-traditional wire making method – the sketch style jewelry making method. We will start with Vertical grapping position, to make a pendant as an art piece to match the designed necklace as a set of jewelry, Welcome to all who loves a challenge to try this 3D style wire making. Register by emailing Casey at
The Power of Adornment -How to Develop Your Own Style with Wearable Art
Instructor: Suzi Click
Exhibitor and designer of artisan apparel and accessories. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60
Learn how to discover your own unique style and how to express it with wearable art clothing & jewelry. Discuss STYLE and its importance. Learn how to use art principles in dressing, layering, where to shop and suggestions for finding clothing to fit your individual style. Experiment with your own pieces that you may want to bring and other styles from... Read More
The Purse Purse
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials.
Why not give your handbag a little bling of it’s own? This purse charm flashes color, actually works, and is a great place to stash a bit of parking meter change or a special message to yourself. Swarovski Elements Ambassador Diane Whiting will teach you her straight edge Right Angle Weave technique and how to connect it to her innovative metal... Read More
Complete Kumihimo Necklace
Instructor: Karen Nan
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$85, kit fee.
In this comprehensive class, you will learn the basic braiding technique using a hand-held foam disc and the planning and preparation that is required of this technique. You will also learn the method of terminating the braid and making the connective links to the pendant including the use of bead caps, wire, beads, etc.
... Read More
Perforated Silver Earrings
Instructor: Cindy Pankopf
Art Clay Master Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $99, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Learn how to layer, perforate, and shape pure silver paper type clay while creating two pairs of super light-weight earrings. First you will create your earring shapes, then you will design your own pattern for a completely custom look. These are a really easy way to wear a bold pair of earrings without weighing your ears down!
... Read More
Crawling with Crystals Copper Fusion Bracelet
Instructor: Stephanie Harrell
Owner of Bead Artistry. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, includes all materials.
Learn to weave this fabulous bracelet. The class fee includes all materials. Many color choices will be available. To register contact Stephanie at 559-435-6605 or beadartistry@sbcglobal.net. Read More
PRISMACOLOR on COPPER
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Learn how to bond Prismacolor colored pencil to pure copper to make unique pendants and earrings. Maria will demonstrate cutting, filing, and hammering copper. Then she will teach you how to prepare the copper to accept colored pencil, how to transfer a design to your prepared blank, and how to color and finish your pieces. You should leave the workshop... Read More
Working with Glass Clay
Instructor: Paula Radke
Paula has been working with glass for 30 years. For the past year, she has extensively worked with glass clay developing a technique that works the microwave kiln. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes materials.
I will show you how to take the mystery out of working with glass clay. We will learn about mixing colors; dry and wet. We will add clay accents to a dichroic cab and imbed dichroic cabs in the center of molded flowers. We will be making silicon putty molds so bring anything small and fun to make a mold from and any of your favorite clay working tools. I... Read More
Introduction to Torch and Fusing
Instructor: Majesta M
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 4:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $100, includes all materials.
In this workshop you will be creating a Gorgeous pair of .999 Fine Silver Hoop Earrings and a Heart Pendent. This will be an excellent introduction to Metal Forming, Metal Forging, Metal Texturing, and Torch fusing. This is a make and take workshop that will take your jewelry design up a few rungs on the ladder. Read More
Crystal Clay Creation
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 5:00pm to 6:30pm
Workshop Fees: $60, workshop fee.
$0, free kit, sponsored by Crystal Clay.
This fun design class will introduce a new material -the Epoxies Sculpt (A 2-part Moldable Epoxy for Jewelry Making), to work with SWAROVSKI Chatons. Will practice the stone setting, color combination, and will finish one ring and one pendant and one other project during the class. Register by emailing Casey at beadanddesign@msn.com or calling 530-274-1101.... Read More
Full Persian Pearl Chainmaille Bracelet
Instructor: Lauren Andersen
Also known as The ChainMaille Lady™. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate. Experience opening & closing jump rings.
Dates/Times: January 14, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Workshop Fees: $40
Limited Class Size. Learn the ancient art of chainmaille from The ChainMaille Lady™. You will use Rich Brown Artistic Wire® Chain Maille Jump rings and 6mm Powder Almond Swarovski® Pearls to weave this dense chain with a fascinating ring pattern. The weave is a “rope” type weave based on a stacked ring orientation. You will also... Read More
Come On Let’s Twist!
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, all materials included.
You may have seen it demonstrated, now you can make your own Interchangeable Twisted Wire Components to mix and match onto a variety of necklace cords or earring findings. CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassador Diane Whiting teaching this innovative technique using a new twisting tool, which is included in the kit, because you won’t want to stop making more of... Read More
Metal Working Basics – Steampunk Pendant
Instructor: Melissa Mauk Rodarte
Melissa has been a jewelry teacher for the last 8 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $40, workshop fee.
$20, kit fee (includes all materials necessary to make 1-2 pendants)
In this class you will learn the basics of texturing, shaping and hammering words and designs into metal. We will also work with layering effects using charms, bead caps and other various metal pieces in combination with fine screws and bolts for a permanent and durable cold connection. This is a fabulous way to create a truly unique piece that will reflect... Read More
Free-form Silver and Gold Pendant
Instructor: Ann Rosier
Art Clay Senior Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 14, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $110, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
When you think elegance, you think of soft gold and pearls… Here, we combine the finest silver, pure gold, and lovely pearls for an organic pendant. The bail for necklace attachment is hidden on the back of the piece, adding to its flowing design. Combine these bold colors with texture, and we have a truly classic piece! For questions and to register,... Read More
Nuno Felting a Shawl
Instructor: Kathryn Withers
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 9:00am to 10:30am & January 14, from 9:00am to 10:30am
Workshop Fees: $100
Learn how to felt a silk scarf by using wet felting techniques. I will provide kits, so you will need to let me know color choices in advance. Very easy way to create a stunning shawl that will be a conversation piece. Samples may be seen on my website: http://www.uniquedesignsbykathy.com. All supplies will be provided and you will walk away with a finished... Read More
Arabesque Chandelier Earrings
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials except tools.
Learn to create these graceful chandelier earrings that are light as a feather. Gorgeous with Swarovski crystals, they’ll sparkle from a mile away. Patina the earrings for a super rock-glam look, or leave them polished for a more elegant feel. You’ll learn how to make your own custom ear wires. Crafted in copper or Bronze. For questions and... Read More
PMC Rings
Instructor: Olivia Competente
A certified PMC instructor who teaches workshops throughout the year. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $110, all materials included.
Love the one ring? Have problems with rings fitting your fingers? PMC rings will explore how to make a simple single band ring and then go in to more elaborate ring designs. Including setting a stone and sizing of rings on hard to fit fingers.
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Artistic Wire Creation with 10gauge wire
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Workshop Fees: $120, workshop fee.
$0, free kit, sponsored by Beadalon.
Fun creation with Artistic wire!!!! Simple project with new design idea - Adjustable Bangle made with design parts at the same spots and same time without repeating. Will introduce new connection between wire and stone. Student will finish two different kinds of bangles and one with their own design. Register by emailing Casey at beadanddesign@msn.com or... Read More
Complete Kumihimo Necklace
Instructor: Karen Nan
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$85, kit fee.
In this comprehensive class, you will learn the basic braiding technique using a hand-held foam disc and the planning and preparation that is required of this technique. You will also learn the method of terminating the braid and making the connective links to the pendant including the use of bead caps, wire, beads, etc.
... Read More
BANGLES and BEADS
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Following a brief introduction to decorative Japanese washi paper, you will learn how to create one-of-a-kind jewelry using washi to cover wooden beads or bangles. Workshop price includes all material needed for one completed project (a bangle or set of beads). Supplies for additional projects will be available for purchase. For more details go to ... Read More
Beaded Bead Bracelet
Instructor: Donna Palmer
Bead weaving extraordinaire and owner of Beads and Magic Wishes. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $80, includes kit with all materials.
Learn to make 2 different beautiful hollow beaded beads, and learn how to put them together to create a bracelet. From this class you will be able to make earrings, OR beaded beads to put wherever and however you can Dream. Check out Donna’s website for more examples and pictures beadragon.com. For more information and to register please email Donna at... Read More
Multi-Colored Turkish Round Chainmaille Bracelet
Instructor: Lauren Andersen
Also known as The ChainMaille Lady. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All. Experience opening & closing jump rings helpful.
Dates/Times: January 15, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45
Limited Class Size. Come learn the ancient art of chainmaille from The ChainMaille Lady. The Turkish Round weave is similar to the Byzantine weave; however, it produces a three sided bracelet as opposed to a four sided bracelet. You will use four different colors (black, brass, non-tarnish silver, and copper) of Artistic Wire® Chain Maille Jump rings. ... Read More
Floating Cloud Bracelet in .999 Silver
Instructor: Cindy Pankopf
Art Clay Master Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $125, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Utilize the unique nature of pure silver paper-type clay to make a segmented focal piece with a dimensional design. The moving segments give it a floating, breezy feel¬ing. Setting the delicate silver spirals into hardier silver clay makes a very sturdy foundation with a lighter-than-air look. Add your own chain and clasp to complete this absolutely... Read More
Stretch it! Bling it! Ring it! Make & Take
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $10, all materials included.
Join Diane and learn how to make a stretch ring in your favorite Swarovski Elements color. Join in any time during the hour! All Swarovski Elements and other components and tools are provided. Read More
Pomegranate Pod Fresh Water Pearl Pendant
Instructor: Kat Clark
Owner of Kat’s Designs: http://www.katdesignsusa.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate level wire working
Dates/Times: January 15, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials except tools.
This wire worked pendant is a study in shape and form. Created in copper or bronze, and a rich palette of fresh water pearls, this makes for a fun, bohemian look. Wire sculpting, wire weaving, and patina techniques will be learned. Crafted in copper or Bronze. For questions and to register, please email kat@KatDesignsUSA.com or call 949 422-8994. Read More
Full Persian Pearl Chainmaille Bracelet
Instructor: Lauren Andersen
Also known as The ChainMaille Lady™. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate. Experience opening & closing jump rings.
Dates/Times: January 15, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $40
Limited Class Size. Learn the ancient art of chainmaille from The ChainMaille Lady™. You will use Rich Brown Artistic Wire® Chain Maille Jump rings and 6mm Powder Almond Swarovski® Pearls to weave this dense chain with a fascinating ring pattern. The weave is a “rope” type weave based on a stacked ring orientation. You will also... Read More
Make & Take Fun Creation with Lilian Chen
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$0, free kit, sponsored by Beadalon.
Welcome to join Lilian for fun with creation!!! Lilian will share her unique ideas, design tips with different material, to open your mind, to explore your gold inside. Will supply a verity of materials, so everyone can have a chance to practice their skill. Each participant will have their own unique designed piece and will be full of ideas for more after... Read More
Magical Moonlight Bracelet
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information please email Diana at dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 1:30pm to 6:30pm
Workshop Fees: $85, all supplies included.
Elegant and luxurious, these 8 rows of straight sided Right Angle Weave and a precious metal magnetic clasp will appear to float on your wrist whether you are dancing in the moonlight, or driving the carpool in jeans. You won’t believe how easy this is to make this bracelet, using 500+ 3-mm SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Art. 5328 (bicone) and an innovative... Read More
Loads of Charm Bracelet Class
Instructor: Melissa Mauk Rodarte
Melissa has been a jewelry teacher for the last 8 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: Some previous wire working experience is recommended.
Dates/Times: January 15, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Workshop Fees: $40, workshop fee.
$30, kit fee.
If you have a passion for bending and shaping wire to your will, then this is the class for you! We will create this fabulous charm bracelet entirely out of wire including the toggle clasp. Embellish it with beautiful glass beads, crystals or natural stones for a bracelet that is sure to get lots of attention. No two bracelets are ever the same! Tools: A... Read More
FINGER BLING
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a B.A. in Art , an M.A. in Art History and a J.D. degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-A-Fair for the past 9 years. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
Create this eyecatching “finger bling” ring. The materials fee includes sterling silver wire and enough crystals to make your ring sparkle! You will also receive a complete instruction book with photos, a work mat and a jeweler’s polishing cloth. All tools will be provided but you may bring your own if you wish. For additional information... Read More
PRISMACOLOR on COPPER
Instructor: Maria Bastanchury
Owner of Bastanchury Studios. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Learn how to bond Prismacolor colored pencil to pure copper to make unique pendants and earrings. Maria will demonstrate cutting, filing, and hammering copper. Then she will teach you how to prepare the copper to accept colored pencil, how to transfer a design to your prepared blank, and how to color and finish your pieces. You should leave the workshop... Read More
“Charm”-ing Pure Copper Dangles
Instructor: Ann Rosier
Art Clay Senior Instructor; http://www.artclayworld.com. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 15, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $89, (Must be paid in full at time of registration. Non-refundable after January 1, 2012.) All tools and materials provided. Class Size limited to 8 students.
Short but mighty, make no mistake that this workshop is stuffed with techniques! Our darling dangles make attractive earrings or bold pendants, whichever better suits your style. Techniques we learn and practice include rolling, texturing both sides of pieces, shaping, drying, refining, creating holes by hand, and the details of firing Art Clay Copper.... Read More
ArtClay Demonstrations
Instructor: Art Clay Instructors
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Daily demonstrations of how to use artclay to create pure silver jewelry. Read More
Wire Wrapping by Jodi
Instructor: Jodi Bombardier
Jodi is a self-taught jewelry designer, wire wrapping and wire weaving since 2005. She is a freelance writer for Step By Step Wire Jewelry magazine, is a contributing author to the book Wire Style with seven projects in the book, and her own wire jewelry book, Weave/Wrap/Coil Creating Artisan Wire... Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Learn basic wire-wrapping for creating pendants and bracelets. Read More
Glass Clay Demos by Paula Radke
Instructor: Paula Radke
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Learn to create beautiful glass pendants and beads using an extraordinary new product. For more information and to register contact Paula at 805-459-3329 or paula@paularadke.com. Read More
MajesaM’s A-Z Jewelry Supply
Instructor: Renowned jewelry instructors.
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Ongoing Free Demos in jewelry design located in the San Marino Room. For more information visit http://www.majestam.com/ Read More
Create Fantastic Pendants and Earrings!
Instructor: Anne Engelhardt
Anne has taught Paper Arts workshops and lectured throughout the U.S. She is a product development expert and designer working primarily in Asia and the U.S. For the past twenty years, Anne, has written numerous articles and instructions for the Craft Industry. Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Create a handful of lovely pendants and earrings using Non-toxic Dimensional Lacquer, jeweler's glass and silver plated findings. Choose from an assortment of images and Japanese Washi paper. To register please contact us at Anne@CraftFantastic.com or http://www.CraftFantastic.com Read More
Kumihimo & Wirework Demonstrations
Instructors: Iris Osumi and Karen Nan
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
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WireKnitZ Demonstrations
Instructor: Susan Blessinger
Read MoreCurrently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 12-January 15, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Stop by and meet our West Coast Account Executive, Susan Blessinger, as she demonstrates the various ways to use, manipulate, and finish WireKnitZ designs. Booth #C179 Read More