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© Monica Gonzales 2017 Monica’s Quilt and Bead Creations

Monica’s Quilt & Bead

Creations

77-780 Country Club Drive, Suite C-D

Palm Desert, CA 92211

Ph. 760-772-2400 Fax 760-772-2324

http://www.monicasquiltandbead.com

E-mail: [email protected]

Monday—Saturday: 9:30 am—5:30 pm

Sunday: 11:00 am—4:00 pm

VOLUME 2017—ISSUE No. 2 April May June 2017

A few words from Monica—

What a Winter into Spring we’ve had this year! When Patric & I are out hiking, as we look out from the top of the moun-tains surrounding our desert, the desert floor is all GREEN! I can’t remember it ever looking like this—and I’ve lived here my whole life. I wonder what summer will bring… An update on my life: yes, I got engaged on December 20th, my birthday, in Jackson Hole, WY. I must say I am one lucky lady. Patric is a wonderful guy. Our families have know each other since we were kids but he was just enough older that I nev-er really knew him. I just think it was our time to meet. The wedding? Who knows...5 years from now on a beach in Bali???? My children and grandchildren are doing great. We are all excited because Maria, and her husband, Andre, are expecting my third grandchild in August. The classes in this newsletter are also on our website. In fact, because of space requirements in this newsletter, you’ll find more workshops and a complete list of projects for some of the bead instructors on line. You can view larger images of projects, download supply lists for the quilt side classes—even register on line. We’ve got lots of new classes and, of course, we always offer classes to boost your basic skills. Several of our popular classes from last quarter return—like the Rockport Tote and Perfect Binding . Want to make sure you always know what’s happening and what’s new at Monica’s? Sign up for Monica’s Message, our weekly email. You can do that in the shop or on the website. Of course we have lots of fun stuff happening—read on! Hope to see you soon.

We’ll be Closed April 16, Easter Sunday

FATHER’S DAY SALE

Friday through Sunday,

June 16, 17, 18

Mother’s Day Sale Friday through Sunday,

May 12, 13, 14

YOU decide what’s on sale! Buy what you want (excluding books & items already on sale) and we’ll give you a

discount on your entire purchase. The more you spend, the more you save.

Spend at least $50, get 10% off Spend at least $75, get 15% off

Spend $100 or more, get 20% off

Be “In the Know” about Monica’s

Put our weekly email newsletter, Monica’s Message, into your mail box every week—it’s the best way for us to stay in touch. Stay up to date on special events, up-coming classes, schedule changes, new & returning products, etc. We know you’re busy so it’s full of photos that make it a quick read. You can sign up in the store or on our website: www.monicasquiltandbead.com

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Sit and Sew All Levels $10 per session

If you have unfinished projects and need just a little help, our Sit & Sew sessions are perfect for you. They’re a little bit of work & a whole lot of laughter. What could be better than access to an expert while you’re sewing & making new friends at the same time? Registration & payment is required before class day. A minimum of four students needed for each session.

Instructor: Susie Contratto 5 to 9 pm Most Wednesdays this quarter

Introduction to Free Motion Quilting $45

So, even if you love sending off your big quilts to the long-armer, isn’t it time you learned to finish your own small quilts and projects? Learn the secrets of successful free motion quilting and banish FoQ (Fear of Quilting.) Mary will cover everything you need to know about needles, thread, tension and

more. With a bit of practice, you'll be showing off your finished quilts in no time. Book required. Instructor: Mary Gorfine

Friday, April 14, Sunday, April 23, Saturday, May 13 or June 17 10 to 4

Machine Appliqué 101 2-pt class $70

Create beautiful applique quilts with your sewing machine. Learn Raw Edge, Reverse Applique & Satin Stitch techniques while making these little quilts. Book required.

Instructor: Mary Gorfine

2 Tuesday evenings, 5 to 9 pm May 9 & May 16

Easy Sampler/Beyond Beginning 4-part class $85

Make this beautiful sampler in four weeks! You'll learn new techniques with each block. If you have taken Beginning Quilt Making, this is a great next step. If you're a seasoned quilter, you'll enjoy doing something different in each class. Pattern required Instructor: Susie Contratto

4 Wednesdays, 5 to 9 pm Start any Wednesday in April, May or June!

Beginning Quilt Making 4-part class $85

Ready to venture into the exciting world of quilt making? This 4 week course will give you a solid foundation. Learn to choose fabrics, use tools properly, cut & measure accurately, make simple adjustments & more while making a cuddle-sized quilt. Book required

Instructor: Susie Contratto

4 Weds., 5 to 9 pm

Start any Wednesday in April, May or June!

Let’s get Organized! $50 Each

Join the Sewing Sisters, Lissa and Lori and ByAnnie® to experience a monthly pattern series of useful projects to organize your home, work space or car while learning new skills and techniques. Over the course of a year, they’ll teach a different pattern on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Pattern required. Instructors: Lissa Parris and Lori Rhone

Quilting & Sewing Class Skill Levels Beginner: Little or no experience; for classes requiring a machine you must have basic working knowledge of your machine. Don’t bring a brand new machine you have never used! Confident Beginner: Previous experience with rotary cutting equipment and a good understanding of basic quilt construction techniques Intermediate & Beyond: Substantial experience with quilt or clothing construction and design techniques. Up for a challenge!

Stitch it up!

Perfect Binding Class fee $25, Kit fee $1

Learn how to sew perfect binding corners on octagons, squares, rectangles, hexagons, a 60° diamond/triangle & inside corners using the Animas Design “almost magic “ binding tool. Each step will be created so you can take samples home for future reference. Kit fee is payable to instructor and includes a precut quilt sandwich for each type of corner and your binding strips.

Instructor: Carolyn Reese

Friday, April 7, 9:30-12:30 or April 28, 1 to 4

Hand Applique All Levels class fee $45

Kit fee $25 (includes pattern & templates)

Rita focuses on stitching techniques for novices as well as advanced quilters. She offers guidance in choosing solid and printed fabrics that will enhance the design, dimension, and shading of a pattern. She’ll also teach you how to add ink and fine embroidery details to your projects. Start any time—the project is ongoing!

Join Rita for her final class at Monica’s Date TBA—call the store or check our website

Meet Our New Icon No machine required or machine optional. We know a lot of you are visitors and don’t have a sewing machine with you. Some of our classes don’t need a machine or the sewing can be done later. Look for this icon next to class titles/skill levels.

Wed., May 17 10 to 4

Wed., April 19 10 to 4

Project Bags

Sturdy quilted bases & fun fabric borders add interest to these handy totes in four sizes. A zipper closure keeps everything safe & secure and a see-through vinyl window allows you to see everything at a glance.

Open Wide!

Quick & fun to make, these handy zippered bags in three sizes open wide for easy access to all your supplies. Binding on the easy-to-install zipper finishes the upper edge and forms a handle & grab tab.

Wed., June 14 10 to 4

Needle Cases & Wool Pincushion

Neat and tidy storage for all needles—hand & machine, packaged & loose. Zippered pocket at back holds scissors, thread, thimbles and other supplies.


Pop Up Container All Levels $20 The Fat Quarter Pop Up and The Stacking Pop Up are cool containers that pop up and fold away! Inside is a specially formed wire that springs back into shape every time. When not in use, simply collapse for easy storage. Pattern required (includes pop-up spring, elastic & label.) Instructor: Carolyn Reese.

Friday, April 28, 9:30-12:30

Against the Rail $45

Learn to use the Creative Grids Straight Out of Line Ruler to make this new twist on an old favorite. Perfect for scraps or that fat quarter packet you just had to have. Pattern and ruler required.


Saturday, June 3 or Friday, June 16, 10 to 4

Split Personality $45

Have a little fun playing with raw edge applique to make this little “self portrait.” Learn to use several Sulky products that will be welcome additions to your bag of tricks. Book required. Instructor: Mary Gorfine

Saturday, June 10 10 to 4

Tuffets $60/Kit $119

Finishing only, $30 A little extra seating, a place to put your feet, a decorative accent—it’s a tuffet! This class is designed to send you home with a finished piece to enjoy for many years. Your fabric choice makes it classic, whimsical, bright or subdued. If you’ve already made a Tuffet, complete the sewing at home & register for finishing only. Pattern & kit required. Instructor: Monica Sinclair

Round Tuffet, 2pt. class Saturdays, April 8 & 15

Wednesday, May 3 & Friday, May 5 Wednesday, June 7 & Friday, June 9

10 to 4

Square Tuffet, 1 day class

Wednesday, April 5 or Friday, June 16

10 to 4

Sweet Pea Pods $25

Sweet Peas hold your treasures like peas in a pod. Pods zip closed for secure storage and open wide for easy access. Learn how to use only one side of a zipper, then use an easy trick to put the zipper pull back on to make this precious pod. Pattern required. Instructor: Carolyn Reese

Fri., April 7, 1 to 4

Fold & Stitch Leaf Topper $25 Let your creative spirit soar with this nature-inspired table topper. Carolyn will share techniques to make this an even easier fun to make project. Pattern required. Instructor: Carolyn Reese

Wednesday, April 12, 9:30-12:30

Fractured $45

Don’t be frightened by the word bias— relax! By the time you finish the class your fear of bias will be behind you and you’ll have a unique quilt top—no two blocks will be exactly the same. Pattern required. Instructor: Susie Contratto

Friday, April 14 or Friday, May 12 10 to 3

Inktense Quilted Heart $35

Start with plain muslin and create a piece that looks hand-dyed using Inktense Watercolor Pencils. This playful little piece can be embellished any way you like. Makes a lovely gift, book cover or journal page. We’ll share others ways to use Inktense. Sewing may be done after class! Book required. Instructor: Mary Gorfine

Tuesday, April 25, 5 to 8pm

Cocoa Nibs $45

Working with rectangles on the diagonal are easy when you learn to use the Perfect Rectangle Ruler. Pattern & Ruler required. Instructor: Susie Contratto

Saturday, April 29 or Saturday, May 20, 10 to 4

Himalayan Pink $45

60o triangles never looked so good! This pattern has a contemporary look using a traditional block. It’s easy to be successful with this new pattern from Madison Cottage Designs. Pattern & Ruler required


Saturday, April 1 or Sunday, May 7 10 to 3

West End Tote $50

The West End Tote is a great every day bag with lots of pockets both the inside and outside. Sam will walk you through the steps to construct this lightweight but sturdy bag. Pattern required Instructor: Sam Feenstra

Wednesday, May 3 10 to 4

Rockport Tote $50

Use a beautiful piece of fabric to make a whole-cloth bag. Channel stitching and double-sided fusible foam stabilizer make a sturdy but lightweight body. Pattern required. Instructor: Sam Feenstra

Saturday, April 8 or Wednesday, May 10 10 to 4

The Cube $45

This is the perfect size tote—not too big, not too small. The pattern includes the hardware that keeps this bag open wide for easy access. There are lots of pockets inside. Pattern required. Instructor: Hester Mastro

Friday, April 21 10 to 4

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Fold & Stitch Wreath All Levels $25 A dimensional wreath or a fun table topper – you decide! Make it for any occasion or special event—Christmas, Halloween, Summer Patio Parties, Fourth of July--the list goes on and on. Carolyn will show you tricks to make this project even easier. Pattern required. Instructor: Carolyn Reese

Wed., April 12, 1 to 4

The Basics These classes are designed to help the beginning jewelry maker form a solid foundation for advancing to more difficult projects.

Begin your jewelry making adventure with any of these classes! Classes are from 10 to 3

Stringing 101 $35 Instructor: Patricia Paz-Altschul Bring a photo of a bracelet, a necklace or earrings you’d like to make & Patricia will help you put your own spin on it. Learn the basics of good jewelry design and stringing techniques. Whether you prefer chunky gemstones, pearls, lampwork beads or Czech glass, you’ll be proud to wear your creation.

Basic Knotting $35 Learn the basics of knotting with string

using specialized tweezers. This class is great for beginners or students wishing to refresh their knotting skills. Patricia will help you design a

necklace of pearls or stones.

Thursdays April 6, 13, 20; May 4, 11, 18; June 15, 22

Tuesdays April 25, June 27

Paper Piecing $45

Would you like to get perfect points with minimal effort? Can’t cut straight or get a consistent 1/4” seam allowance? No worries! Paper Piecing the Judy Niemeyer way is the answer—just sew on the line and watch as the pieces take shape into intricate designs. This class is perfect for all levels. If you are new to paper piecing, start with a smaller, easier pattern—Catherine will help you choose your fabrics. You can take as few or as many classes as you’d like. Pattern required—your choice.

Instructor: Catherine Wilson

Sundays, April 9, May 21, or June 11 10 to 4

Raw Edge Landscape 2-pt class $85

This class is a great introduction to designing your own quilts. Using a photo as inspiration, create your own raw edge applique landscape with trees as the focal point. Learn to add detail and dimension with ink, pastels and colored pencils. Mary will show you how to mount your finished quilt onto a stretched canvas. Book required. Quilting may be done after class!

Instructor: Mary Gorfine

2 Saturdays, May 6 & May 20, 10 to 4

Dance of the Dragonflies $20

There are lots of fabulous laser cut fusible applique kits on the market. It’s easy to get confused by the instructions and materials. We'll walk you through the pattern, help you identify and organize the pre-cut parts and show you some easy methods for placing your pieces. You'll have time to get started on your project in class and will go home knowing how to successfully complete your quilt top. We'll demonstrate with Hoffman's Dance of the Dragonflies kit but the techniques can be used

for others. Kit required. Instructor: Mary Gorfine

Tuesday, April 18 5 to 7 pm or Friday, May 5, 10 to 12

Applique the Laura Heine Way $45

Okay. This is just way too much fun! Create a simple template using one of Laura’s charming patterns, cut up some fabric, fuse it to a background and away you go. Choose your favorite pattern from this award-winning quilter & spend the day playing. Our sample is Emerson Pup. Pattern required. Instructor: Mary Gorfine

Sat., April 1, Fri., April 21 or Fri., May 19 10 to 4

Festive Trees $40

Got lots of leftover bathing? How about 2 1/2” wide strips of Christmas, Patriotic, Halloween or Spring fabrics? Make wonderful trees as gifts or add to your holiday decorations. Easy to make triangular trees can be decorated with buttons, beads, Swarovski crystals, bows or tiny fairy lights. Pattern required

Instructor: Sam Feenstra

Wednesday, April 12 or Saturday, May 6 10 to 4

Wire 101 $35 Instructor: Patricia Paz-Altschul Learn the basic wire & wire-wrapped loops used to connect beads with jump rings & S-hook links. Make a hook clasp, learn to use several pliers and how to clean and polish wire. Once you have mastered these techniques you will feel like a pro! Prerequisite for all wire workshops

Wire 102 $50 Now that you know the basics from Wire 101, learn to make coils. Cre-

ate a linked necklace or bracelet with coils, caged beads, wrapped beads, links & a pelican clasp. Prerequisite: Wire 101

Tuesdays April 4, 11, 18; May 2, 9, 23; June 13, 20 Thursdays April 27, May 25, June 9 Saturday, April 1, May 6, June 24

Jewelry Making Our jewelry class dates are flexible! We’ll work with you to schedule

any of our classes on a different date

Beginner: Little or no experience

Confident Beginner: Previous experience with tools and a good understanding of basic jewelry making techniques.

Intermediate & Beyond: Substantial experience with jewelry making and design techniques.

Jewelry Class Skill Levels


Tuesday, June 13

Leather Tassel Necklace $35

This leather tassel necklace is simple and fun to make. Learn braiding, one form of tassel making, attaching a pendant and leather wrapping.

Rainbow Tango $35

Make this colorful necklace with your choice of stones and chain. Practice the bead wrap skills you learned in Wire 101 or learn to use a looper to attach the stones. Basic wire wrap experience required.

Tues., 5/2 or Thurs., 6/15

Boho Bead Wrap $35 Design a bracelet bar with focal beads and leather, and fit it to your wrist size. Combine the elements using the wire wrapping skills you learned in Wire 101 or learn to use a looper tool for your connections.

Thurs., April 20 or Tues., June 20 10 to 2:30 Saturday, April 1 or May 13 10 to 3

Thurs., April 6 or June 29, Tues., May 16 10 to 2:30 Saturday, June 10 10 to 3

Bracelet Extravaganza 101 $35 A great beginner’s class that’s fun for all skill levels. 1 class + 3 bracelets = Instant gratification! Learn to attach chain and beads to leather with waxed cord, size and glue together components, measure, cut and punch holes in leather.

Beading 101 $35 each These classes will teach the beginning beader the basic stitches used as a foundation for any beading project. Each one-day class focuses on one beading stitch and can be taken in any order. After completing these classes you are ready to tackle anything else in the beading world.

Instructor: Theresa Hanada

Beading 101A—Take one of these classes on any of the dates listed

Peyote 101 The most basic & essential beadwork

stitch

Brick Stitch 101 Create intricate

patterns with brick stitch.

Ladder Stitch 101 This stitch lends

itself to many bead styles.

Tuesdays, 4/11, 5/2, 5/30, 6/13, 6/27 Thursdays, 4/6, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22

Saturdays, 4/22, 5/20

Tuesdays, 4/11, 5/2, 5/30, 6/13, 6/27 Thursdays, 4/6, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22

Saturdays, 4/22, 5/20, 6/3

Beading 101B—Take one of these classes on any of the dates listed

Herringbone 101 Once you’ve mastered this stitch

you are ready to move on to circular weaves.

Ndebele 101 Make a softly twisted

rope of beads, perfect for hanging

pendants.

Dessie Cullen, Leather & more classes from 10-2:30 except as noted

Our jewelry class dates are flexible! We’ll work with you to schedule any of our classes on a different date

Jasmine $35

Wear this versatile piece as a choker or wrap bracelet. Learn to attach embellishments (beads, tassels, charms) to leather lace with wire. Previous wire experience recommended.

Tues., April 18, Thurs., May 18 or Tues., June 6 10-2:30

Mixed Media Necklace $40

If you already know how to string beads take your skills to the next level with this class. Learn placement & balance of stones, chain & spacer beads. Learn to set rivets & unify your creation with leather.

Thurs., 4/27, Tues., 5,11, 5/23 10 to 2:30, Mon., 6/12 5 to 9pm

Knotted Pendant $35 A series of beading and knotting patterns combined with a stunning pendant and tassel make up this knotted pendant necklace. Previous knotting experience recommended.

Tuesday, May 9 , Thursday, June 1

Mala $35

Learn to make a necklace with knotting between each bead and one version of a leather tassel. Previous knotting experience recommended.

Tues., Apr. 25 or May 30, Thurs., June 22 10 to 2:30

Monday, May 8 5 to 9pm

Boho–Style Pendant $35 Let’s make this funky Bohemian-style necklace with your choice of focal pendant. You will learn leather connections, pearl knotting & a little wirework. Previous knotting experience recommended. Tuesday, April 4 or June 27, Thurs., May 25

Goldie Necklace $35

In this free-spirited necklace you will learn to make leather tassels, leather connections and end embellishment.

Mon. April 3, 5 to 9pm

Thurs. May 4 or June 8 10-2:30


Theresa Hanada, Beading & more Our jewelry class dates are flexible! We’ll work with you to schedule any of our classes on a different date

Classes are from 10-3 except as noted

Charlotte Earrings $45

Combine your wirework and beading skills to make these swirly earrings. Prerequisite: Wire 101 & Brick Stitch 101.

Thursday, April 20, May 18, June 15

Chloe Necklace $45

This is my favorite necklace to make. The base of this piece is made using super duos and tila beads--in this case two holes are better than one! Once you learn the pattern repeat, the Chloe is a joy to make. A perfect holiday party necklace. Prerequisite: Peyote 101

Tuesday, April 25 or May 2, Thursday, 6/1

Shelly Ring or Shelly Pendant $35

Create a shell-like ring or pendant using a variety of beads in different sizes to form a 3 dimensional piece. Prerequisite: Peyote 101

Tues., April 4, Sat., May 13,

Thurs., June 1

Circular Brick Stitch Earrings $45

Take your brick stitch to the next level with any of these earrings. Prerequisite: Brickstitch 101

Monday

May 8, 5-9pm

Saturday

June 3, 10-3

Wrist Adornment $35

The latest rage is leather! Here’s your chance to showcase a collection of special beads in the same color family. Learn to sew through leather and create a button closure.

Saturday, June 10

Embellishing Pendants $35

Make a Peyote band and create a free form pendant with a combination of beads and charms. Choose either project. The Afia Pendant features a cone shell and faceted gem stones. We have a limited supply of shells at the shop.

Thursday, April 13 or May 4

Tuesday, June 27 Afia Amiga

Olivia Sarah Rachel

Lizee

A Bevy of Bracelets $45

Choose one these bracelets.

Claire Julie Ursula

Sat. 4/8, Tues., 5/16, Thurs., 6/29 Venetian Lariat $45

Turn your knowledge of netting into a tube and just keep on stitichin’! This two-part lariat makes a wonderful showcase for any special beads. We’ve used Starr’s beautiful hand-made lampwork beads as the dangles.

Thurs., 4/20, 6/15; Sat., 5/20

Pam’s Pearls $35

Learn to make a lovely cascading pearl necklace using large-hole pearls and jute cord. Creating this piece is a process of sculpting with knots. So much fun with dramatic results. Supply fee $6 .

Tues., 4/18, 6/20, Thurs., 5/18

Sunflower Tila Fringe Necklace $45

Learn how to cut leather, apply your beaded piece on top and add chain to make this “hippie chick” necklace. An easy holiday gift idea.

Tuesday, June 6

Dutch Spiral $45

This piece is fast & easy. Using a Peyote in the Round stitch, the beads magically move up to form a spiral. Use different size beads to change the shape of the spiral. Prerequisite: Peyote 101

Saturday, April 29, Tuesday, May 30 or June 13

Saturday, 4/1 or 5/6, Tues., 6/6

Dakota Necklace $45

This fun & funky necklace allows you to showcase your skills and raid your bead stash! Wire work, knotting and stringing are all used to complete your one-of-a-kind creation. Prerequisite: Wire 101 and Stringing 101.

Abigail Necklace $35 Learn to make this delicate necklace using double-hole brick beads. Perfect by itself or layered with longer necklaces.

Sat., April 15, Thurs., May 4, Tues., June 20

Farah Pendant & Necklace $100 3 day class This stunning piece combines multiple beading skills in one sparkly statement. Learn to do a combination of Cellini Double Spiral, Herringbone and Right Angle Weave techniques embellished with beautiful fringe. You’ll schedule the remaining sessions with Theresa on class day.

Saturday, 4/15, Tues., 5/9, Thursday, 6/22

Guinevere $45

Chainmail is not just for your knight in shining armor! Try you hand at this elegant piece fit for any lady. Learn the Helms Weave and combine with jewels of your choice.

Thursday, 4/27 or 5/11, Saturday, 6/17

Victoria Earrings $35

Make your own version of the stunning Victoria earring. Learn how to successfully combine a variety of gems with a brick stitch base and artful placement of stones using a foolproof formula.

Tues., April 4, Thurs., May 25 or Sat., June 24

See more of Theresa’s classes at the shop & on our website

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Netting Stitch $45 Discover a quick, fast moving stitch that allows for many variables in bead size, bead count and color-ways. Find out which type of closure you prefer and how to make the connection. Learn a good formula for beginning your piece and the correct way to hold your work for good tension.

Tuesday, May 9

Thursday, June 8

Colorful Mermaid’s

Catch

Old World Elegant Scarf

Bead Crochet $35 Take a turn at tubular bead crochet. 3 different starts are shown to get you over the hurdle and onto making an impressive piece.

Tuesdays, 4/4, 5/16; Thursday, 6/15; Saturdays, 4/8, 5/13

Slip Stitch Crochet $35 Make a funky, fashionable necklace from your stash of fabulous beads. A great way to test the waters using the most basic crochet technique.

Tuesdays

4/4, 5/16, 6/20

Thurs. 4/27, 6/15

Sat., 5/13

Tues., April 18, Thurs., May 25

Kumihimo $40 Learn Kumihimo techniques: loading colorways, working with unusual beads and many tips for making round braids.

Beginning Loomwork $35 Try your hand at loomwork by starting with the new mini Rick’s loom. This tool has simple warp thread loading and very easy finishing. Learn to read a pattern, sort the beads, weave them and hold in place. When it’s all done, attach a new end tube for a great closure.

Tuesday May 2

Monday June 5

(5 to 9pm)

5-Layer Cake Fiesta Bracelet Beaded Suede Wrap

Cubic RAW $45 Improve your Right Angle Weave skills by creating 3D structure. Learn how to turn corners and build more dimension into your work. Also known as CRAW & PRAW these projects are not for the faint at heart! Prerequisite: Right Angle Weave

Tuesday, May 9; Saturday, June 10

Lunar Ladder $35 Make ladder wrap bracelets using round leather and semi precious stones with a very simple stitch. Learn how to add different elements. Rose Mary will share tips about how to cut your stitching time in half with a new tool.

Tues., 4/11 Thurs., 5/18 or 6/22

Sat., 5/13 Monday

4/3 (5 to 9pm)

Bead Embroidery $45 Embellishment tips and tricks to turn anything into a work of art. Learn how to capture a cabochon or bling the surface of a bracelet.

Tues., April 18, May 30 Thursday, June 1

Macramé $45 Remember when we used to do this in the 70’s? Well it’s ‘knot’ the same decade, but it’s the same stitch. Projects offer a good study of square knots, twisted knots, half hitches and more. Easily incorporate beads, finish fringe ends full of beads and learn to use the newest tools.

Thursday, 4/13; Tuesday, 5/23, 6/27; Monday, 5/8 (5 to 9pm)

Peyote CGB $45

Take your peyote skills up a notch and discover the exciting world of Contemporary Geometric Beadwork. Learn the concepts of MRAW, exploding tips and structure. Prerequisite: Peyote 101

Warped Square

Tues., April 25 or June 6

Golden Triangles

Wings of Flight

Warped Sq. Tassel

Advanced Loomwork $45 Take your loomwork to new levels with wider & more complex patterns. Learn how to start a bigger project. Tips will be given on different tools that are helpful, the many ways to set up your loom and keeping track of your beads. Must be confident in loomwork techniques.

Thursday, May 11 or Tuesday, June 13

Rose Mary Jameson, Beading 10 to 3 except as noted


There are more project choices for some class groups. Visit our website or come see the samples at the shop!


Patricia Paz-Altschul, Wire Work Classes are from 10 to 3 except as noted


Links

Beginning with a straight length of wire use precise movements to create beautiful patterns. Prerequisite: Wire 101 & Wire102 Patricia will schedule part 2 with you in class.

Links II $50

Oma’s Heart It’s a Wrap

Links I $50

Butterfly Link

Clover Link

Herringbone Link

Tuesday, May 23 or June 20 2-pt class

Wire Wrapping Tuesday, May 2 Learn how to wire wrap just about anything! From simple cabochons to elaborate bracelets, wire wrapping is a versatile technique. Prerequisite for all: Wire 101

Wire Wrap I $35 Chandelier

Earrings

Bangle I Serendipity Leather Cuff

Wire Wrap III $50

Jumpring Bracelet

Wrap Bracelet

Wire Wrap III is a 2-part class. Patricia will schedule part 2 with you.

Wire Wrap II $40

Wrapped Cabachon or Pendant

Wrapped Cross

Vintage Button

Caged Pendant Kimberly

Undina’s Hoops

Chains & More

Choose any of these pieces to perfect your chain skills. Prerequisite for all: Wire 101

Tuesday, April 4; Thursday, June 29

Chains I $40 Waterfall Necklace

Pearl Cascade

Chains II

$45

Lariat with Teardrop

3 in 1 Auzzie

Chains II is a 2-part class. Patricia will schedule part 2 with you.

Viking Weave $65 Tues., 4/11 or 6/13; Thurs., 5/25

In these classes use just two elements: a dowel and sterling silver wire. Fashion a rope out of metal and finish the end caps. In the Stephanie learn to weave a bead into the rope. Prerequisite : Wire 101

Basic Viking Weave

Stephanie Viking Weave is a 2-part class. Patricia will schedule part 2 with you.

Half a Dozen Earrings $65 Thurs., 4/27 or Tues., 5/16

Make up to 3 different pairs of earrings while continuing to master the basic techniques you learned in Wire 101.

This is a 2-part class. Patricia will schedule part 2 with you.

Coiling Use a mandrel to make coils, then fashion them into simple or more complicated jewelry. Prerequisite: Wire 101 & Wire102

Coiling I $45 Tues., 5/9 Kuchi Coil Bangle II

Coiling I is a 2-part class. Patricia will schedule part 2 with you.

Coiling II $65 Tues., 4/18

Twist & Shout

Birdnest Coil

Coiling II is a 2-part class. Patricia will schedule part 2 with you. Find Basic Supply Lists for Jewelry-Making & Sewing classes on our

website. And don’t forget the specific list of supplies for each class.

monica’s · instructor: monica sinclair round tuffet, 2pt. class saturdays, april 8 & 15...

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