Materials are not included in the class fee unless otherwise
noted. Upon registration a materials list will be sent to you. Please read
it carefully as you may be required to do some advance preparation before
coming to class. If you have any questions about the skill level
required for any of the classes, please call the store. Register for
workshops in person at the store or by telephone with a credit card. Class
fees are not refundable.
| BEAD STRINGING
BASICS Instructor: Studio Baboo Staff | |
| Date: Saturday, August 16 | Time: 10:00-12:00 |
| Date: Saturday, Sept 6 | Time: 10:00-12:00 |
| Date: Wednesday, Sept 10 | Time: 10:00-12:00 |
| Date: Wednesday Oct 22 | Time: 10:00-12:00 |
| Date: Saturday, Oct 25 | Time: 10:00-12:00 |
| Learn the basics of creating necklaces and bracelets
using the two most popular techniques. We will discuss how to choose
the correct type of stringing material as well as the use of a
variety of different findings. Students will complete a necklace and
bracelet in class. Note:The Holiday Bracelet class is a great alternitive to the Basic Bead Stringing class. | |
| EARRING BASICS Instructor: Studio Baboo Staff | |
| Date: Thursday, Sept 4 | Time: 5:30-7:30 |
| Date: Thursday, Oct 9 | Time: 5:30-7:30 |
| Expand your wardrobe with earrings. Learn to make
short, long, clusters and drops. Students will make three pair in
class and go home with three pages of diagrams for additional styles
to make at home. | |
| WRAPPED LOOP CHARM BRACELET | |
| Date:Thursday, August 21 | Time:5:30-7:30 |
| Take the mystery out of making wrapped wire loops while making a delightful charm bracelet. Students will learn how to handle wire-working pliers properly, discuss the use of various types of wire and the infinite number of ways you can use this simple technique. Prerequisite: Patience and a good attitude!
Required Kit Fee:$10.00
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| SWEET SUMMER NECKLACE | |
| Date:Thursday, August 28 | Time:10:00-3:00 |
| Start with a large leaf or flower pendant, add a pinch of crystals, mix in a few small leaf and flower beads, and tie them up with colorful cording and you have a sweet summer necklace. Easy and fun! Required Kit Fee:$10.00
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| JEWELED HERRINGBONE BRACELET | |
| Date:Wednesday, August 20 | Time:10:00-4:00 |
| Date:Saturday, September 13 | Time:10:00-4:00 |
| Learn tubular herringbone stitch and how to incorporate colorful ‘”jeweled” sections. As an added bonus, choose to make either a beaded bead button closure or a peyote toggle clasp. Students should be comfortable using a needle and thread.
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| PINCH AND TWIST | |
| Date:Saturday, August 23 | Time:10:00-2:00 |
| Learn to create an intricate multi-strand necklace, how to finish multiple strands of wire and neatly attach a clasp. This frothy concoction of wire and beads has a high-fashion designer look. It’s fun, it’s easy and it’s lovely to look at and wear!
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| BEAD BEADED TASSEL | |
| Date:Wednesday, August 27 | Time:10:00-12:00 |
| Make any bead into a fabulous beaded tassel. Use seed beads, crystals, bugle beads and small fancy beads to embellish a fabulous focal bead. Whether you use your tassel as an elegant pendant or for home décor you will find yourself using this simple technique again and again in various ways.
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| Sparkly Wheel | |
| Date:Saturday, August 30 | Time:10:00-1:00 |
| Make any bead into a fabulous beaded tassel. Use seed beads, crystals, bugle beads and small fancy beads to embellish a fabulous focal bead. Whether you use your tassel as an elegant pendant or for home décor you will find yourself using this simple technique again and again in various ways.
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| Captured Jewels | |
| Date:Wednesday, September 17 | Time:10:00-2:00 |
| Date:Saturday, October 11 | Time:10:00-2:00 |
| Tiny little jewels captured in a net of seed beads. This bangle-style bracelet will earn you many compliments each time you wear it. Despite its complex look, it's quite simple to make. Students should be comfortable using a needle and thread.
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| TIN CUP NECKLACE | |
| Date:Saturday, Sept 6 | Time:2:00-4:00 |
| This style became popular when Renee Russo wore a similarly designed necklace in the 1996 film “Tin Cup.” Now an enduring classic style, you will learn to create your own necklace of pearls floating elegantly along a fine silk cord. Required Kit Fee:$10.00
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| Squiggle Wire Cuff | |
| Date:Thursday, Sept 18 | Time:5:30-7:30 |
| This eye catching cuff bracelet has a undulating line of silver wire that surrounds stones as it serpentines across the wrist. Tiny coiled wires add an intricate accent to the bracelet. The finishing touches are worth the class alone.
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| BIG BLING CRYSTAL PENDANT | |
| Date:Saturday, Sept 20 | Time:10:00-4:00 |
| Your friends will think you bought this stunning pendant from a jeweler! Learn to frame a sparkly crystal rhinestone with a net of right angle weave and how to add a bail to the pendant. The instructor will discuss options for creating a matching necklace or suspend your pendant from a chain. Experience with one or more off loom stitches required.
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| Peyote Slide | |
| Date:Wednesday, Sept 24 | Time:10:00-2:00 |
| Learn tubular peyote stitch while making a lovely pearl and crystal embellished slide bead. Whether you are a beginning or intermediate student you will find this variation of peyote stitch a useful addition to your off-loom skills. Students should be comfortable using a needle and thread.
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| VINTAGE FLORAL BROOCH | |
| Date:Thursday, Sept 25 | Time:5:30-7:30 |
| Date:Saturday, Oct 18 | Time:10:00-12:00 |
| Love vintage jewelry? Create a fabulous brooch or pendant using a popular collage technique from a bygone era. Learn how to assemble various components and properly wire them to a perforated plate. The instructor will discuss the elements of composition and style so you can begin to create your own vintage style designs Required Kit Fee:$12.00
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| FRENCH BEADED FLOWER - PINECONE | |
| Date:Saturday, sept 27 | Time:10:00-4:00 |
| Add sparkle to your fall decorating with these realistic-looking, sparkly pinecones. Beginning students will learn a basic form used in making French Beaded flowers while intermediate students will be introduced to shading techniques.
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| DEW DROPS BRACELET | |
| Date:Thursday, Oct 2 | Time:5:30-7:30 |
| Learn a simple right angle weave technique while making a charming bracelet of fire polish crystals and teardrops. This little bracelet is a great accent for all of outfits. Bet you can’t make just one!
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| BEAD EMBROIDERED PENDANT | |
| Date:Saturday, Oct 4 | Time:10:00-3:00 |
| Unleash your creativity with bead embroidery. Once you learn some basic bead embroidery techniques, you can create almost any shape or color combination. You will also learn to bezel a small cabochon onto fabric. You may want to make two and use them as earrings. Students should be comfortable using a needle and thread or have basic sewing skills.
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| ENGLISH SPIRAL | |
| Date:wEDNESDAY, oCT 8 | Time:10:00-2:00 |
| Inspired by a pattern from the Minerva Beaders, a British beading group, this spiral has lots of color and texture. It’s a good project for beginners and also a great new pattern for more experienced beaders. It's not difficult and works up quickly Students should be comfortable using a needle and thread or have basic sewing skills
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| SUMPTUOUS SWIRL | |
| Date:Wednesday, Oct 15 | Time:10:00-2:00 |
| Make a beautiful ruffled piece of beadwork, bend and fold it into a unique shape, stitch it like cloth, and embellish it to your heart’s content. The resulting sumptuous swirling piece of artwork can then be made into a one-of-a-kind brooch or necklace pendant. Students must be able to do basic peyote stitch.
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| ELEGANT HOLIDAY ORNAMENT | |
| Date:Wednesday, Oct 29 | Time:10:00-1:00 |
| Lacy beaded flowers and sparkly crystals adorn this Victorian-inspired holiday ornament. Whether you make a tree full or use just one as a centerpiece accent, you will be enchanted by its delicate beauty. Some pre-class preparation is required.
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| REGISTRATION INFORMATION | |
| Register for workshops in person at the store or by telephone with a credit card. To Register by Phone Call: 434-244–2905 Registration will be accepted on a first come basis. Payment in full is required at the time of registration. Advance registration is strongly recommended - your space in the workshop is not secure until we receive payment. Materials and tools are not included in the class fee unless noted. Class fees are not refundable unless Studio Baboo cancels the class. A supply list will be mailed to you upon receipt of your registration. ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS AND TOOLS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE STORE AND OUR STAFF WILL GLADLY HELP YOU WITH YOUR SELECTIONS. Please purchase your materials ahead of time or arrive early to shop for your materials as no class time is allotted for purchasing materials. The store is open to students one-half hour before early morning classes begin. Samples of the class projects are on display in the store and online.
Classes will begin promptly – please be courteous and arrive on time. Unless otherwise specified, classes are suitable for adults and children over the age of 14. A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 14. No babies, children or unregistered guests are permitted in the workshop. |
| NEW BEAD THURSDAY | |
| Be the first to see the newest beads, books and tools! Every Thursday we feature our latest shipment of the trendiest, smartest, most fashionable beads along with new tools, books and gadgets |
| HAND KNOTTING | |
| Date:By Appointment Only | Time:1-1/2 Hours |
| In this hands-on session you will learn the art of delicate knotting between beads as seen in fine jewelry. Learn from a pro how to work with the correct tools and materials to produce quality jewelry to add to your wardrobe. This is a techniques class - there is no finished project. With a maximum of two students per session, you will work closely with the instructor to learn the correct techniques to achieve tight, well-placed knots. Students should be comfortable handling a long length of thread. | |
| BEADS & LUNCH HAS MOVED TO TUESDAY - EVERY TUESDAY! | |
| Every Tuesday our classroom space is available for an “open studio” session. Bring a current project to work on, any problems to work out and, bring your own lunch or snacks! This is a forum for you to share your tips, help each other with problems and chat about beads. No need to sign up – no fee – come and go as your schedule permits.
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