Wirework & Stringing Class – 8 July 2009 – Twist & Coil Bracelet

Make your own coiled beads and dangles, then string them with sterling silver beads to make a fun bracelet.

08 Jul 2009 Wednesday 6:00pm-9:00pm
01 Aug 2009 Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm

Where: Masterpiece Art Supply
Teacher: Sue Stachelski
Level: All Levels

Class Size: 3-8 students
Level: All Levels (Age 16+)
Class Description

This bracelet consists of beads, coils of wire, and jump rings embellished with dangles. Learn to make the simple loops for the dangles, jump rings, and coil wire to make bracelet components. String the components all together for a fun bracelet.
Kit Includes:

Practice wire and all supplies for one bracelet, and illustrated instructions. Choose copper or silver tone when you register. Beads will vary. The instructor will have additional kits available for purchase.
Materials to Bring:

* Round nose pliers
* Chain nose pliers
* Be sure that your pliers are smooth inside; if they have ridges, you will put marks on your wire.
* Jump ring and coiling tool will be available for class use. If you wish to purchase this tool, a limited number will be available for $20.00

Class S002 — Twist-n-Coil Bracelet—$60

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Beginner Wirework Class – 7 July 2009 – Crazy Copper Cuff

Beadtrotters Class J006 - Crazy Copper Cuff - Beginner Wirework - 7 Jul 2009

07 Jul 2009 Tuesday 6:00pm-9:00pm
11 Aug 2009 Tuesday 6:00pm-9:00pm

Where: Masterpiece Art Supply, Waukesha, WI
Teacher:Judy Menting
Class Size: 3-8 students
Level:Beginner (Age 16+)

Class Description

Make a freeform cuff with copper wire and beads. This is good for beaders who are intimidated by wire. You can’t make design mistakes because you make it up as you go along!! This is a simple wire rectangle of thicker wire, secured with thinner wire and wrapped with beads in a freeform manner. Once you get the beads secured to the thicker wire, you shape it into a cuff, and make a simple hook clasp to keep it closed. You will learn how wire responds to your attempts to wrap it and manipulate it. Don’t be afraid of it –it is lumpy, bumpy and handcrafted, just like people.

Kit Includes:

16 gauge &24 gauge copper wire and assorted porcelain and glass beads to decorate it with, and illustrated instructions.
Materials to Bring:

* Flush cutter
* Chain nose pliers
* Round nose pliers
* Be sure that your pliers are smooth inside; if they have ridges, you will put marks on your wire!

Class J006—Crazy Copper Cuff—$55
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Beading Class – May 26

J003 - One Week of Earrings - 26 May 2009 - Tuesday 6-9 pm

Class Description: Make a pair of earrings for every day of the week. This is a great class to learn wrapped loops, the most secure kind of connection. You will use assorted beads and chain to make seven pairs of earrings: long and short, with and without chain, single and multiple drop styles. This class is for adults only, ages 16+.

Kit Includes: Base metal earwires, headpins, assorted beads and chain to make seven pair of earrings, and illustrated instructions. If you have sensitive ears, the instructor will have sterling silver earwires available for purchase in class.

Materials to Bring:

• Flush cutter
• Chain nose pliers
• Round nose pliers
• Be sure that your pliers are smooth inside; if they have ridges, you will put marks on your wire!
• Beading mat

To register for class, go to: Beadtrotters – Class J003

Classes Coming Up Next!

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• Class J001 – Russian Leaf Prayer Angel – Peyote Stitch – Tuesday 05 May 2009

You will make a beautiful little angel that you can wear as a pendant on a chain or a pin. You will use peyote stitch to make a V-shape, decorate the edges to make her wings and skirt, then fold and stitch to complete the angel face and halo of this lovely angel pendant. The beaded bail along her back is big enough for any necklace, silk strand or a heavy pin.

You will be most sucessful in this class if you already know peyote stitch or are an experienced stitcher. You will learn to use peyote stitch to make a Russian Leaf shape, then fold it into an angel.If you are a fast stitcher, you will be able to complete this in class. Otherwise, you will leave class with the skills and information to complete it at home.

Find out more at www.beadtrotters.com