Classes & Events

July 2017

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						1 Wire Linking Basics 11:00 am Wire Linking Basics @ A Place to Bead Jul 1 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Learn the classic and versatile techniques for joining beads together using wire. You’ll be able to apply your new skills to many of your jewelry projects – the possibilities are endless!
2	3	4 4th of July CLOSED 4th of July CLOSED @ A Place to Bead Jul 4 all-day	5 Wire Wrapping Basics 6:00 pm Wire Wrapping Basics @ A Place to Bead Jul 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Learn to wrap a cabochon, donut, or other no-hole stone with wire to create a wearable pendant! You’ll make a bail and embellish with some swirls to finish it off.	6	7	8 Earring Basics 11:00 am Earring Basics @ A Place to Bead Jul 8 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Let your imagination by your guide in this class, where you’ll learn the basic steps to create your own earrings. Be prepared to make several pairs!
9	10	11 Sgraffito Torch Enameled Earrings 5:30 pm Sgraffito Torch Enameled Earrings @ A Place to Bead Jul 11 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm In this class you will create a beautiful pair of copper enameled earrings that you will torch fire. A base layer will be added and fired, then you’ll create your design in another layer and[...]	12 Trypo-Glyphic Fine Silver Lentil Bead Pendant Necklace 5:30 pm Trypo-Glyphic Fine Silver Lentil Bead Pendant Necklace @ A Place to Bead Jul 12 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm In this class you will learn how to shape and assemble two pieces of clay to form a hollow form lentil bead. Holes will be added in various sizes to make your pieces lighter and[...]	13 Cute As A Button Earrings 5:30 pm Cute As A Button Earrings @ A Place to Bead Jul 13 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Learn how to make a cute set of post earrings out of fine silver metal clay. Then learn how to solder sterling silver posts to the back to complete them. You will torch fire, solder,[...]	14	15 Camelot 10:00 am Camelot @ A Place to Bead Jul 15 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm You’ll create this stunning piece fit for royalty worn with the clasp in front. You’ll use crystals, seed beads, and a mix of focals for your dangles. You can also use this stitch to make[...]
16 Intro To Art Clay – Let’s Play With Metal Clay! 10:00 am Intro To Art Clay – Let’s Play With Metal Clay! @ A Place to Bead Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm One spot left! Please call 626-219-6633 to register. Have you ever wondered what Metal Clay is? Come join us for a day of learning and creating with Art Clay Silver. This is an introductory class[...]	17	18 Contemporary Bar Pin & Pendant Ensemble 5:30 pm Contemporary Bar Pin & Pendant Ensemble @ A Place to Bead Jul 18 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Challenge your skills with these fun avant-garde earrings. Arrange the pieces your way, add a pre-made bezel using 2-part firing, and set your stones. These can also be made into pendants if you like. Fee[...]	19 Moonscape Earrings 5:30 pm Moonscape Earrings @ A Place to Bead Jul 19 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Create a stylish pair of earrings that is textured on both sides, and learn how to make a dome shape. Fired in class. *Prerequisite: Intro to Art Clay – Let’s Play with Metal Clay. Please[...]	20 Let’s Get Tubular – Fine Silver Beads 5:30 pm Let’s Get Tubular – Fine Silver Beads @ A Place to Bead Jul 20 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm You will learn how to create, shape, and form three tube beads. Add texture with paste, punch holes in them, decorate with syringe. Dress them up with your favorite semi-precious stones or crystals. Let your imagination be your guide![...]	21	22 Earwire Sampler 10:00 am Earwire Sampler @ A Place to Bead Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Earwires can set of your entire earring design! Want to jazz up your earring designs and make them even more unique? Then this class is for you! In this class you will learn how to[...] Baroque Overlay Linked Bracelet 2:00 pm Baroque Overlay Linked Bracelet @ A Place to Bead Jul 22 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm In this class you will create a beautiful, lightweight, fine silver linked bracelet. You will learn how to use paper clay to embellish your links, and create a toggle closure to complete your piece. Price includes[...]
23 It’s Raining Bails, Hallelujah! 10:00 am It’s Raining Bails, Hallelujah! @ A Place to Bead Jul 23 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Tired of the same old bail designs? You will learn how to create various styles of bails to enhance your pieces, and leave them in their greenware state, ready to attach to your next project.[...]	24	25 Making Ends Meet 5:30 pm Making Ends Meet @ A Place to Bead Jul 25 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm Have unfinished projects that you’re not sure how to complete? This is the class for you! You’ll explore different options and techniques for finishing off necklaces and bracelets to give them a professional look.	26 Braids & Beads 6:00 pm Braids & Beads @ A Place to Bead Jul 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm In this class, you’ll use thread and beads to create a boho chic braided rope that you can wear long or wrap around your wrist, and layer several for a trendy look!	27 Bead Knotting Basics 6:00 pm Bead Knotting Basics @ A Place to Bead Jul 27 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Learn the timeless technique of knotting thread to keep your precious beads and pearls secure. Add a look of elegance to even the simplest of beads!	28	29
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