In this class you will focus on perfecting Half Persian 3 in 1, a beautiful thin Chainmaille weave, by making a necklace. What is more couture than hand making your own chain for housing a turquoise pendant? Pre-requisite: Students must have taken at least 1 chainmaille class.
$35, 2 1/2 hours, Instructor: Sky Cubacub, kits available for $16 to be purchased the day of the class.
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In this class you will learn how to assemble a pair of chandelier earrings by soldering jump rings. You will also wire wrap beads onto the finished chandelier component. A great introduction to soldering! $402 hours, materials included. Instructor: Alex
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This is a great class to learn the basics of stringing simple necklaces or bracelets. We’ll teach you all about the various tools, bead stringing cords and findings. You’ll learn how to finish your pieces using clasps and crimp beads, wire guardians and crimp covers. You'll also learn about the variety of findings available for different fibers. By the end of class you will have completed a necklace and have all the skills you need to make that perfect accessory!
$35,2 hrs.,Materials included.
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Customize your jewelry by learning how to stamp metal. You’ll learn how to hammer, forge and stamp onto a metal blank. Then pierce the metal to make a pendant or bracelet centerpiece.Makes a great gift!$302 hours, materials not included. Instructor: Alex
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This class will cover the basics of metalsmithing. You will learn how to cut metal, stamp letters, texture, dome metal, and rivet. We will also cover different ways to oxidize metal to help bring out all the details you have just made on your piece, and also incorporate beads and wire. You will have the artistic freedom to make either a necklace or bracelet. This class is for ages 16 and up. Pre-requisite: Easy Earrings for Beginners
Instructor: Alex $60, 3 hrs., materials included
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In this class you will learn how to add patterns to copper or brass pieces. We will be working with copper and make them a permanent part of your design. We will be using Ferric Chloride as the etchant. This class is useful if you have taken the Metalsmithing Bootcamp, but if you would like to take this first, you may want to take the Metalsmithing Bootcamp later so that you can make a finished product out of your etched pieces. Beginners welcome!
Instructor: Ana V Pizarro
$50 3 hrs, materials included.
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A Sky Cubacub designer pendant using the Japanese Lace Chainmaille weave in a free-form, organic manner. You will also create one top drilled wire wrap for the dangling bead drop. This pendant uses 6 different size rings. Beginners Welcome
$30, 2 hours kits available for $9 to be purchased the day of the class.
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Make your own one-of-a-kind pendant in this fun class. You can create a small collage, use a photo or dried flowers...whatever you desire! We will guide you through the design of the piece, then teach you the proper way to use our 2-part epoxy resin. Thesemake great personalized gifts! You will make two pendants in the class.$35, 2 hrs., materials included.
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If you are not sure how to use the new Tila beads, this is a great class for you. We will make a beautiful pair of rhombus shaped earrings. Then we will embellish them with a crystal drop and some size 15 seed beads. Beginners welcome!
Instructor: Ana
$30 2 hrs, materials not included.
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Using wire and beads you will create unique rings in this fun, fast and easy class. You will make 1 ring using a focal bead and 1 ring using several smaller beads Be amazed at how many different looks you can create with this simple technique. Materials included for two rings up to $5.00 in beads and enough wire to finish 2 rings.
$35, 2 hrs. materials included.
ALL OF OUR CLASSES ARE HELD AT OUR STORE LOCATION. 3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, Il 60657.
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Have you always wanted to learn how to work with wire but didn't know where to begin? This workshop is for you! You will learn three different techniques to get you started working with wire. We've combined our Easy Earrings for beginners, More Fun With Wire (the second step in our series) and Top Drilled Wire Wrap in this one workshop. You'll not only learn all three skills, but get a discount for taking them together! By the end of the day you will have completed three pairs of earrings and a pendant.
Supplies Needed
All materials are provided in class fee.
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This class will take your wrapping skills to the next level. Bring a stone without a hole, and let's wrap it! In this project we will be using both square wire and round wire. You will also learn how to twist your own wire. Pre-requisite: Easy Earrings for Beginners and More Fun With Wire.
Instructor: Ana, $35, 2 hrs., materials not included.
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In this class you will use cord to weave through large beads to make this trendy cuff. Attach a couple of charms to the end to make a unique statement. Make one for yourself, and several for gifts! $30 2 hours, materials not included. Instructor: Ana
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Beading Boot Camp: Advanced Basic Training is the next step in honing your beading skills. Once you've completed your Basic Training, you are ready for the next step on your beading journey. You will learn all the techniques in the Knotting and More Fun With Wire classes. You will learn how to knot between beads with tweezers, and also the "Floating Pearl" knotting technique. You will leave with a knotted beaded bracelet. You will also learn the basic wrapped coil or "bailing" technique with wire to complete a pair of wire wrapped earrings. If you've had a taste but want to learn more, this is the perfect workshop to continue on your beading adventure. *Pre-requisite: You must have completed Beading Boot Camp: Basic Training or Let's Make a Necklace and Easy Earrings for Beginners classes. (or have knowledge and experience in these beginning techniques.)
Ages 12 and up are welcome.
$50.00 (a $68.00 value!) All materials included
This is a one time, one day workshop.
If you would like to register for this class and have a GROUPON, please call the store at 773-248-9555 to make your reservation. Do not register on the website! THIS CLASS IS HELD IN OUR STORE AT 3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, IL 60657.
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Beading Boot Camp: Basic Training is an intensive jump start for your beading skills. If you've always wanted to make a necklace or pair of earrings, this is the workshop to get you started! You will learn all the techniques in the Let's Make a Necklace and Easy Earrings classes. You will learn about different stringing materials, wire gauges, and all sorts of findings to prepare you for your beading adventure. At the end of the workshop, you can proudly display a pair of earrings and a beaded necklace (see photos below)!
Ages 12 and up are welcome.
$50.00 (a $65.00 value!) All materials included. Sign up soon and get $10 off the price of Basic Beading Bootcamp in January and February. You will pay $40 for this class. The discounted price will be given when you enter the code HAPPYNYEAR at the payment window on our website. Limit 2 per customer. Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Offer applies only for the date and time that you choose when you purchase the class. If you need to cancel, you must notify us of the cancellation 24 hours in advance, otherwise the payment will be forfeited. This class is for ages 12 and up. Please arrive to the class on time. If you are late you will miss the first part of the class.
This is a one time, one day workshop.
If you would like to register for this class and have a GROUPON, please call the store at 773-248-9555 to make your reservation. Do not register on the website! THIS CLASS IS HELD IN OUR STORE AT 3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, IL 60657.
Please make certain that you have read our class policies
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