Sign ups begin Monday, Jan. 10 at 12:00 noon. Sign up soon. Classes fill quickly.
All classes held at Piece of Mind Bead and Jewelry Studio, 4147 Northgate Blvd., Ste. 2, Sacramento CA
Cancellation Policy: 72 hour notice is required for cancellation to receive store credit. Less than 72 hour notice will result in forfeiture of class fees.
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January 2005 Piece of Mind Schedule
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Class |
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Description |
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Anastasia necklace |
Sat. Jan 15 10 am - 12:30 pm
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NEW
This traditional Russian stitch is called the Leningrad or St. Petersburg stitch. Here we mix it with accent beads for an easy, delicate necklace. It also works great as a strap for amulet bags and small purses and makes a delicate bracelet, too.
Great beginner project
Fee: $28
Instructor: Kathi Quan
Supply list for this class (pdf)
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African Helix necklace |
Sat. Jan 15 1:30 - 4 pm
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This traditional African stitch closely resembles a DNA helix: hence the name. The look for this piece is contemporary and elegant, and the swirl around the outside is an eye catcher. Changing your color palette definitely makes each necklace you create unique.
Fee: $38
Instructor: Kathi Quan
Supply list for this class (pdf)
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Peyote Stitch Needlecase |
Sat. Jan. 15
10:00 - 1:00
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Feb. 12
1:00 - 4:00
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This class, also taught by guest instructor Amy Loh-Kusper, is a basic tubular Peyote Stitch class. Students will learn tubular Peyote Stitch with a pattern, the "Geocelest" pattern from one of Amy's books. The finished product is not only beautiful, but it is functional, you will have a terrific place to store your needles for other classes!
Fee $38
Instructor: Amy Loh-Kusper
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Art Fiber Necklace |
Sat. Jan. 15
2:00 - 4:00
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Feb. 12
10:00 - 12:00
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A fiber necklace is not only something different, but it's excellent for people with metal allergies. Using a lampwork glass bead or button for a centerpiece, students will learn the in's and out's of working in this fascinating medium. Amy is a guest instructor, and we're happy to have her join our bead family! Don't miss the opportunity to take this class.
Fee $38
Instructor: Gretchen Schueller
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Passion Flower bracelet |
Jan 18
6:00 - 8:30
ALSO
Jan 26
6:00 - 8:30
(ADDED)
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NEW
For those who want a more delicate look than the Crystal Garden bracelet, but like the look of the trianglar weave, this bracelet is for you! Faster and easier than Crystal Garden, you'll want to make more than one of these to wear with every outfit.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Kathi Quan
Supply list for this class (pdf)
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Business of Beading - 1 Where to begin (finding your customer) |
Tues. Jan. 18
6 - 8:00
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OK, made some jewelry, now you want to sell it. But to whom? This class covers tips for finding your niche to begin a strong customer base.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Gretchen Schueller
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Crochet Wire Bracelet |
Tues. Jan. 18
5:30 - 8:00
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Crochet is not just for Grandma anymore. Using basic crochet with wire and beads, you will learn to combine many strands to form a beautiful bracelet that looks much more complex than it is to make.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Patsy Silva
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Double Donut Micro Macrame Necklace |
Wed. Jan. 19 and 26
6:00 - 8:30
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Combining micro macrame and those beautiful stone donuts that we all love, but do not know what to do with, you will learn one of the basic knots of macrame and make a beautiful necklace that will be noticed everywhere you wear it!
Fee: $38
Instructor: Kris Buchanan
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Flowerette Necklace |
Wed. Jan. 19
5:30 - 8:30
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This stitch was developed by Diane Fitzgerald. It’s quick and easy. You’ll learn this stitch as you make a beautiful necklace with a centerpiece. Finishing techniques will be covered. Fantastic for beginners.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Patsy Silva
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Advanced Earrings |
Sat. Jan. 22 1:00 - 3:00 |
Have you made earrings before? Getting tired of making the same old thing? This class is for you. You will make 2 different pairs of earrings using techniques you probably haven’t used in making earrings before. You will use a variety of different shaped beads, wire, chain, and lots of headpins.
Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry and must be proficient in making earring loops.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Gretchen Schueller
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Twisted Micro Macramé Bracelet |
Sat. Jan. 22
10:00 - 12:00
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In this beginning Micro Macramé class, you will make a simple, but wonderful macramé bracelet. Using only one type of knot and several sizes of beads you will make a bracelet that cork screws around your wrist
Fee: $28
Instructor: Kris Buchanan
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Byzantine bracelet |
Jan 22 and 29
10 am - 12:30 pm
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This bracelet just feels right on your wrist. Create it using square stitch and embellish it with seed beads and metal spacers for a rich look. 2 sessions.
Instructor: Kathi Quan
Supply list for this class (pdf)
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Butterfly bracelet |
Jan 22 and 29
1:30 - 4 pm
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Join us to make this beautiful and lacey bracelet using the Ogalala stitch. Accent it with fire polish or Swarovski crystals for a breathtaking, one-of-a-kind adornment. 2 sessions.
Fee: $38
Instructor: Kathi Quan
Supply list for this class (pdf)
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Business of Beading - 2 Pricing Your Work |
Tues. Jan. 25
6 - 8:00
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I know how much it costs me to make, how much should I sell it for? Learn to price your work, to keep customers coming back and to maximize your profit.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Gretchen Schueller
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Wire Waterfall Earrings |
Tues. Jan. 25
5:30 - 8:30
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Using techniques from the Wire Wrapped Cabochon class, students will construct a pair of chandelier type earrings. The wire cascades down like water, with drips of beads hanging from them. This is a terrific class for those who would like to expand their earring making skills.
Fee: $38
Instructor: Elaine Yamada
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Zig-zag Crystal Bracelet |
Tues. Jan. 25
6:00 - 8:30
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This is one of the most elegant bracelets you will have on your wrist! Use 2 different colors of crystals to make this triangular right angle weave. Beginners welcome.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Kris Buchanan
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Wire Wrapped Cabochon |
Sat. Jan. 29
1:00 - 4:00
Also
Tues. Feb. 22
5:30 - 8:30
and
Sat. March 19
10:00 - 1:00
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This class will teach you how to do a basic border wrap of a glass or stone cabochon. You will learn how to set bindings around 3 or more strands of sterling silver wire that will form a bezel around your choice of cabochon. You will also learn how to make a bail that is incorporated in the design. The finished product will be a sterling silver pendant slide that you can include in a beaded necklace.
Fee $38
Instructor: Elaine Yamada
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Oh Domino |
Sat. Jan. 29
1:00 - 4:00
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Looking for something truly unique to use in your work? Why not make your own? Using average dominoes students will learn to use different dyes, inks, stamps and more to transform a domino from ordinary to extraordinary.
Fee: $28
Instructor: Gretchen Schueller
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Square Flower Micro Macramé Bracelet |
Sat.. Jan. 29 10:00 - 12:00 |
This is a beginning class that will teach you one of 3 knots usually used in micro macramé jewelry. You will make a beautiful bracelet using leaves and crystals and end it with a classy beaded fringe. This will make a great present because it is fast and easy, but elegant.
Fee $28
Instructor: Kris Buchanan
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