Class Curriculum
Basic Beading Intro I
This class will enable you to create great one of a kind jewelry. Learn the basic skills to begin beading. We will explore stringing, design and how to create optimal strength when finishing your stretch bracelet.
Great for anyone who has never done any kind of jewelry making.
Stretch bracelets are easy to make because they require minimal tools and techniques. You simply need an elastic cord like Stretch Magic and beads of your choice, and there’s no need to worry about clasps or complex closures. After stringing the beads onto the elastic, you finish the bracelet by tying an overhand knot to secure it, making the process quick and simple. Plus, the stretch of the cord allows for a comfortable fit without needing precise sizing.
Earring intro I
Join us for a fun class in Jewelry making! We will learn basic wire skills to make different wire earrings for pierced ears. Jewelry pliers, round nose, chain nose and wire cutters will be supplied. We will also learn to make bead components to adorn the earrings.
Earring II
Learn how to make more in depth designed earrings that look amazing using simple tools!
* Must take Intro 1 before
Bracelet Intro I
This 1.5 hour class will introduce students to using pliers, wire and beads along with findings and a variety of stringing materials to create unique bracelets.
Choose from a huge variety of gemstone beads and design your own bracelets. Learn how to use SoftFlex to create professional looking pieces with clasps! Design one-of-a-kind jewelry to match your own wardrobe, or to give as gifts. And enjoy saying, “I made it myself!” *Must take Basic Bead Intro 1 or Earring Intro 1
Basic Wire Intro I (Coming Soon)
Wire is a foundational skill which can be applied to many different designs. Learn the basics of making wire links. This class will introduce you to different types of wire, headpins, a basic knowledge of tools and how to choose from a vast array of earring styles and earwires. This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn a different technique beyond stringing beads! This class is for the very beginner student who has never wire wrapped before, or students who have minimal wire wrapping experience. It’s great also for those who want a refresher!
Basic Wire II (Coming Soon)
When you’ve got simple wire wrapping techniques in your bag of tricks, almost anything and everything becomes a piece of jewelry waiting to happen! Take a pretty piece of stone, a gleaming cabochon, or a fabulous focal bead and wrap it up using classic wire wrapping techniques, and you’ve got a bright and shiny new pendant ready to adorn a chain or cord.
*Must take Wire 1 before
Necklace I
Basic stringing necklaces are easy because they often follow a straightforward stringing process, allowing you to simply thread beads, charms or pendants onto beading wire. You don’t need to master intricate techniques, and with a few basic tools like pliers and crimp beads, you can easily attach a clasp to finish the necklace. The flexibility in design—whether you choose a single-strand necklace, a simple pendant or a beaded piece—makes it a fun first project with room for creativity. *Must take Basic Bead Intro 1 or Bracelet Intro 1
Necklace II
Learn how to layer looks by using chain to create lariat necklaces and other tricks to create beautiful works of art. *Must take Necklace 1 before
Revised 1/2/26