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Stringing Classes
Stringing Techniques
Stringing Projects

Wire Work Classes
Wire Work Techniques
Wire Work Projects

Knotting Classes
Knotting With Silk
Knotting Project

Weaving Classes
Graphic Peyote Cuff

Chain Maille Classes
Simple Chain Maille Bracelet
Urban Chain Maille Necklace

Additional Activities
Beadworks Boston Lunch Club
Salem Community Beading

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Materials and the use of tools are included in the class fee.

   
  May - June - July - August 2008 Classes
   
  Stringing Classes
  Stringing Techniques
This is Beadworks' most popular class! We present the basic stringing and finishing techniques needed for creating bead jewelry. Learn about beads, findings, tools, and stringing materials. You will make a simple bracelet to take home.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
90 minute class.
Fee: $40

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - Cambridge - - Salem -
   
  Stringing Project: Multi-Strand Bracelet with Cones
Multi-strand bracelets are the perfect accent for streetwear to beachwear. Learn to use sterling silver cones to create this triple strand Czech glass and Bali silver bracelet. Learning to use cones is a great technique for making all sorts of multi-strand projects.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
90 minute class
Fee: $45

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - - - - Salem -
   
  Stringing Project: Eco-Friendly Multi-Strand Necklace
Glass has been a staple for making beads for centuries. The beauty of glass is that is can be recycled, reused and reformed into new beads. This double strand necklace is made from recycled African glass in the colors of the season. We have paired this earthy glass with sun kissed copper beads, chain and a toggle to create this seasonal piece.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
2 hour class
Fee: $50

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- - - - Cambridge - - - -
   
  Wire Work Classes
 

Wire Work Techniques
A Beadworks favorite! Learn all about metal wires and practice wire working techniques. Learn the simple loop, the wire wrapped loop and the basics of earring construction. You'll make a simple pair of earrings you can wear home.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min.)
90 minute class
Fee: $40

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - Cambridge - - Salem -

   
 

Wire Work Project: Fanciful Briolette Earrings
Would you like to make your own versions of earrings that you see in fashion magazines? This class will teach you how to create a cluster of Swarovski crystal beads to top a large briolette bead (teardrop shape). These earrings are a fun and fanciful addition to your jewelry wardrobe.
No englargement available at this time.

Limited to 6 students (2 min).
2 hour class
Fee: $45

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - - - - Salem -

   
 

Wire Work Project: Wire Wrapped Rings
Back By Popular Demand!!!
Cocktail rings are the perfect accessory for any outfit. In this class you will learn how to make wire wrapped rings and take home three new pieces of bling!
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Limited to 6 students (2 min.)
90 minute class
Fee: $30

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- - - - Cambridge - - - -

   
  Knotting Classes
 

Knotting With Silk: Pearl NecklaceKnotting With Silk
Traditional European knotting is an elegant way to protect delicate beads from rubbing against each other, preventing the loss of beads should the strand ever break. Create a lovely necklace from freshwater pearls, along with silk cord and a simple sterling silver clasp.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
2 hour class.
Fee $50

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - Cambridge - - Salem -

     
   

Knotting Project: Vintage Lucite Necklace
Summer fun is defined by this lightweight and brightly colored vintage lucite necklace. Knotted on colored nylon and finished with a flirty rhinestone barrel clasp that can be worn in either the front or the back. This necklace will certainly be the centerpiece of your summer collection.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min)
2 hour class
Fee: $60

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - - - - - -

     
    Weaving Class
   

Graphic Peyote Cuff: Peyote Stitch Technique
Bold but delicate defines this off-loom weaving project. The graphic design of this peyote stitch cuff is offset by the delicate weaving of size 11 Delica seed beads. Combine similar or complimentary colors to make your graphic statement while learning a new technique.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
2 hour class.
Fee $75

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- Boston - - - - - - -

     
    Chain Maille Classes
   

Simple Chain Maille Bracelet
An introduction to the art of chain making and chain maille. Learn to link rings together in a simple pattern and to add small beads to create this basic chain maille bracelet. You will learn about the tools to use and the best way to open and close rings during this class.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
2 hour class
Fee $45

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- - - - - - - Salem -

     
   

Urban Chain Maille Necklace
Create this chain maille necklace using extra-large rings for an urban twist. Create this simple but chic chain from a mix of silver, gunmetal and/or copper plated rings. You will learn about the tools to use and the best way to open and close rings during this class.
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Limited to 6 students (2 min).
2 hour class
Fee $55

Select a store below to find dates for this class:
- - - - Cambridge - - - -

     
    Other Activities
   

Beadworks Boston Lunch Club
We are pleased to introduce the Beadworks Lunch Club at the Boston store!

Bring your lunch and an unfinished project or project idea and an interest in learning to make the jewelry you want to wear. Each month we will open our worktable on the second Tuesday of the month during the lunch hour. We will offer a jewelry making demonstration, introduce a great project idea or present a new product. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will of course be on hand to offer advice and guidance.

FREE! (Space is limited. Please call 617-247-7227 to reserve your spot!)
Tuesday, May 6
Tuesday, June 10
Tuesday, July 8
Tuesday, August 12
12:00-1:00 pm
12:00-1:00 pm
12:00-1:00 pm
12:00-1:00 pm
Boston
Boston
Boston
Boston

     
   

Salem Community Beading
Our popular Community Beading nights continue at the Salem store!

Bring your project ideas and an interest in learning to make the jewelry you want to wear. Each month we will offer a jewelry making demonstration, introduce a great project idea or host a special guest on the second Thursday of the month. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will of course be on hand to offer advice and guidance.

FREE! (Space is limited) Please call 978-741-BEAD to reserve your spot!
Thursday, May 8
Thursday, June 12
Thursday, July 10
Thursday, August 14
6:00-7:00 pm
6:00-7:00 pm
6:00-7:00 pm
6:00-7:00 pm
Salem
Salem
Salem
Salem