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Worm Bead Bracelet $95 Sunday, March 17 (10a-5p) Squiggly worm beads made from twisted fine-gauge wire make this jangley charm bracelet unique! No clasp is needed, either; the design is for a “roll-on, roll-off” style bracelet that’s comfortable to wear. This full-day class is suitable for students of all skill levels. Materials list. Altered Penny Charm Bracelet Saturday, February 16 (10a-5p) by Sharilyn Miller Worm Bead Bracelet Sunday, March 17 (10a-5p) by Sharilyn Miller Altered Penny Charm Bracelet $95 Saturday, February 16 (10a-5p) Make a charming bracelet by “altering” pennies or copper disks and incorporating them into your design. Use texturing hammers, punches, stamps, dimpling pliers, and other texturing tools plus your favorite beads, pearls, charms, and found objects. Foreign coins may be substituted for pennies. This fun workshop is suitable for all skill levels. Materials list. Sharilyn is a jewelry artist, writer and teacher who loves sharing her passion for jewelry making with others. She gives grateful acknowledgement to artist Lynne Merchant for teaching her the basics of making creative jewelry with wire. Prior to learning how to make wire jewelry, Sharilyn had explored many other mixed-media art forms, including collage, painting and other surface-design techniques on fabric, handmade books, fiber arts, and beading. But once she learned how to manipulate wire into fabulous jewelry pieces, she was transformed forever! Sharilyn has also written and published 11 books. Previous to her career in art, she was a news- paper reporter as well as a magazine editor. In 2002 Sharilyn began teaching art workshops part-time and then in 2006 began teaching and writing full-time. Sharilyn teaches locally and internationally and lives in Idyllwild, California. Sharilyn Miller [sharilynmiller.com] Remember Rings $95 Saturday, March 9 (10a-5p) “Remember-Rings” is all about rings and only rings. While learning the conventions and techniques of wire wrap art you will learn how to make the most sought after ring in wire wrap art, the Conventional Form Ring. Get into “mandrel- mania” forming and shaping bead rings around a fixed ring mandrel. And then there is the surprise ring, well, you will be surprised when you make this beautiful casual ring. This class is for anyone with basic tool handling skills and the desire to learn an old art form with some new twists. Wire wrapping experience is required. Materials list. Chain Making 101 & Beyond Sunday, February 24 (10a-5p) by Ron Hill Remember Rings Saturday, March 9 (10a-5p) by Ron Hill Chain Making 101 & Beyond $95 Sunday, February 24 (10a-5p) Discover the exciting world of handmade wire wrap chain making, one link at a time! This is not chainmaille, but rather a single wire “locking link” art form. This full-day class is accompanied with a 30-page comprehensive booklet full of chain designs, styles and techniques. You will learn how to make bracelets, anklets, necklaces, chokers, earrings, crystal danglers, as well as the “Hilloma” Links-Wrap for pendants, crystals, coins and more. Basic wire skills is recommended. Materials list. Ron’s interest in fossils and stones unknowingly led him to a second career. His neighbor, Lee Wenrick, taught him some basic wire wrapping techniques in 1997. This knowledge became a doorway that eventually led him into this beautiful, intriguing art form, into his future as an artist, inventor, and designer for wire wrap jewelry. Ron’s first invention in the art form was the “Hilloma Crown,” his signature wrap style. This style is unique to his jewelry creations and is used variously to enhance special pieces. About his art, Ron says, “I have a sense that when all has vanished into antiquity, the stones in my col- lection will somehow survive and reemerge in the future, maybe in someone else’s private collection. And so it is with this art form and the pieces I create; wire wrap creations will last for genera- tions to come.” Ron lives the retired lifestyle in Hemet, California, with his best friend and wife of 30 years. Ron teaches locally and encourages his students to release the artist within, and pursue their dreams and aspirations in this most rewarding art form. Ron Hill [wirewrap101.com]

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Worm Bead Bracelet • $95Sunday, March 17 (10a-5p)

Squiggly worm beads made from twisted fine-gauge wire make this jangley charm bracelet unique! No clasp is needed,

either; the design is for a “roll-on, roll-off” style bracelet that’s comfortable to wear. This full-day class is suitable for students

of all skill levels. Materials list.

Altered Penny Charm Bracelet Saturday, February 16 (10a-5p)

by Sharilyn Miller

Worm Bead Bracelet Sunday, March 17 (10a-5p)by Sharilyn Miller

Altered Penny Charm Bracelet • $95Saturday, February 16 (10a-5p)Make a charming bracelet by “altering” pennies or copper disksand incorporating them into your design. Use texturing hammers,punches, stamps, dimpling pliers, and other texturing tools plusyour favorite beads, pearls, charms, and found objects. Foreigncoins may be substituted for pennies. This fun workshop is suitable for all skill levels. Materials list.

Sharilyn is a jewelry artist, writer and teacher who loves sharing her passion for jewelry makingwith others. She gives grateful acknowledgement to artist Lynne Merchant for teaching her the basics of making creative jewelry with wire.

Prior to learning how to make wire jewelry, Sharilyn had explored many other mixed-media art forms, including collage, painting and other surface-design techniques on fabric, handmadebooks, fiber arts, and beading. But once shelearned how to manipulate wire into fabulous jewelry pieces, she was transformed forever!Sharilyn has also written and published 11 books.

Previous to her career in art, she was a news-paper reporter as well as a magazine editor. In2002 Sharilyn began teaching art workshopspart-time and then in 2006 began teaching and writing full-time.

Sharilyn teaches locally and internationally andlives in Idyllwild, California.

Sharilyn Miller • [sha r i lynm i l l e r .com]

Remember Rings • $95Saturday, March 9 (10a-5p)

“Remember-Rings” is all about rings and only rings. While learning the conventions and techniques of wire wrap art you will learn how to make the most sought after ring in

wire wrap art, the Conventional Form Ring. Get into “mandrel-mania” forming and shaping bead rings around a fixed ring

mandrel. And then there is the surprise ring, well, you will besurprised when you make this beautiful casual ring.

This class is for anyone with basic tool handling skills and the desire to learn an old art form with some new twists. Wire wrapping experience is required. Materials list.

Chain Making 101 & Beyond Sunday, February 24 (10a-5p)

by Ron Hill

Remember Rings Saturday, March 9 (10a-5p)by Ron Hill

Chain Making 101 & Beyond • $95Sunday, February 24 (10a-5p)Discover the exciting world of handmade wire wrap chain making,one link at a time! This is not chainmaille, but rather a single wire“locking link” art form. This full-day class is accompanied with a 30-page comprehensive booklet full of chain designs, styles and techniques. You will learn how to make bracelets, anklets,necklaces, chokers, earrings, crystal danglers, as well as the“Hilloma” Links-Wrap for pendants, crystals, coins and more.Basic wire skills is recommended. Materials list.

Ron’s interest in fossils and stones unknowinglyled him to a second career. His neighbor, LeeWenrick, taught him some basic wire wrappingtechniques in 1997. This knowledge became adoorway that eventually led him into this beautiful,intriguing art form, into his future as an artist, inventor, and designer for wire wrap jewelry.

Ron’s first invention in the art form was the“Hilloma Crown,” his signature wrap style. Thisstyle is unique to his jewelry creations and is used variously to enhance special pieces. About his art, Ron says, “I have a sense that when allhas vanished into antiquity, the stones in my col-lection will somehow survive and reemerge in thefuture, maybe in someone else’s private collection.And so it is with this art form and the pieces I create; wire wrap creations will last for genera-tions to come.”

Ron lives the retired lifestyle in Hemet, California,with his best friend and wife of 30 years. Ronteaches locally and encourages his students to release the artist within, and pursue their dreamsand aspirations in this most rewarding art form.

Ron Hill • [w i rewrap 101 .com]

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Our foundation series is designed to offer a sound understanding of a series of stitches. Stitches will change each session to help support more advanced projects offered. Our goal for this program is to assist you in understanding the very foundation of beading. And, from there anything is possible!

Tubular Right Angle fs Wed, March 20 (6-9p)

by Tracie OwensFlat Herringbone fs Wed, February 27 (6-9p)by Tracie Owens

Even Count Peyote fs

Wed, February 13 (6-9p)

by Tracie Owens

Flat Right Angle fs Wed, February 20 (6-9p)by Tracie Owens

In Stitches by Michelle Loon

Sat, February 23 (12-5p) • $65Stitch together an enchanting hollow pendant that is

bursting at the seams! Techniques covered include making a custom drying form with silicon molding

compound, texturing and draping clay, snake rolling,and dry construction. Basic wire stitching will be

covered in class. Pre-requisite: Intro to ACS orcomparable. Materials list.

Sun, Feb 17 (12-5p) OR Sat, Mar 23 (12-5p)$95 (includes all materials)

Create custom fine silver jewelry from moldable clay! Learn about this innovative material while creating two pendants. You’ll learn everything from tools and techniques as well as firing, finishing, polishingand metal patination. All skill levels welcome. All materials included.Intro to Art Clay Silver

by Michelle Loon/Candace Steppes

Write Onby Michelle Loon

Sat, March 2 (12-5p) • $70Use metal clay to get your write on, making an ink

pen holder. Bronze clay will be used to decorate a copper and brass pen case cartridge. For an additional mixed metal effect, copper or silver

can also be incorporated. Pre-requisite: Intro to ACS or comparable. Materials list.

Wed, February 27 (6-9p) • $45Take your favorite designs and patterns and create useful templates. Not all designs transfer well so we’llcover design pros and cons. Use a clever stencilingtechnique to now transfer your image into a unique and impressive metal clay piece. This is a perfect class to advance your beginning metal clay skills or even for skilled metal clayers. Pre-requisite: Intro to ACS or comparable. Materials list.

Shadow Painting by Candace Steppes

Filigree Frames by Michelle Loon

Sun, March 17 (12-4p) • $55Construct lightweight silver filigree earrings starting

with textured frames. Embellish them with twisted sterling silver wire. Overlay paste will be used as an alternative to soldering with this torch fired project.

Pre-requisite: Intro to ACS or comparable. Materials list.

Sat, March 9 (10a-5p) • $75This spinner type ring is akin to a worry ring or fidgetring. Capture delicate strands of bronze clay around a robust channeled ring band. Learn how to properlysize your elements to accommodate the differentshrinkage rates in the clays and how to effectively fire them together. Pre-requisite: Intro to ACS or comparable and ring band construction experience. Materials list.

Golden Strandsby Candace Steppes

Thu, March 28 (6-9p) • $45Spinning geometric shapes dance in unison showingfacets of itself, while playing a game of peek-a-boo.This design may be simple to the eye but requires a bit of precision while building some of its mechanical parts. Techniques include texturing, appliqueing, tubeextruding, dry construction, and assembly. Earringconstruction demonstrated in class. Pre-requisite:Intro to ACS or comparable. Materials list.Spinning Earrings

by Candace Steppes

Color Theory • $25Learn the mysteries of color and its use in design. This introductory classwill leave you with basic knowledge of color and its terms while creatingexciting color combos you never thought possible. Go beyond primary,

secondary, and tertiary colors, and get a handle on contrasting, monochromatic, and color values. A must for beaders that are “stuck” in

color limbo. Bring some beads you’ve been itching to use and Kat can helpyou find a good color combination for you. All skill levels welcome.

Secret Saturday Sampler • $65 (includes all materials)

We all love a little mystery, especially when it rarely disappoints. The hint is that this particular project has something to do with

bead weaving. Just bring yourself, and perhaps your reading glasses, because everything else is included. Basic bead weaving experience

is required. Includes all materials.

Color Theory Sunday, February 10 (10a-12p)

by Kat Clark

Secret Saturday SamplerSaturday, March 23 (12-5p)by Secret Instructor

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Wedding Bouquet by Nancy Sebestyen

Mon, February 4 (6-9p) ORMon, March 4 (10a-1p) weekday

$35This maze like patterned bracelet is reminiscent of a fine piece of lace work. It is dainty and light and perfect for an elegant gown or a sassy sundress.

Color possibilities are endless using rich pearls or brilliant crystals. All skill levels welcome.

Materials list.

Sat, February 2 (10a-5p) • $65This piece combines bead artistry with an exceptionalpiece of dichroic glass or, if you choose, one of yourfavorite gemstone. This class will teach how to capturethe cabochon with beadwork using neither glue nor a leather backing. It will also cover the beaded ruffle and band. Peyote stich experience is required.Materials list.Ruffles Ring

by Sheilah Cleary

Crowned Jewel by Wendy Remmers

Sat, February 23 (12-5p) • $55This Romanesque inspired piece features facetted jewels studded completely around the band with a clever snap closure for a seamless and perfect fit.

Start with a quick and simple peyote band that will be embellished with radiant crystals and stiching that will crown your jewels and make you feel like royalty.

Peyote stitch experience is required. Materials list.

Sun, February 17 (12-4p) • $45Add a little summer shine to your winter. This piece is alarge flower pendant portraying a sunflower reachingtowards the sun. It is a memorable take on the cheerfulyellow flower finished in an antique style with browncolor petals. Basic bead weaving experience is required. Right angle weave and peyote stitch experience is helpful. Materials list.Antique Sunflower Pendant

by Maiko Kage Felton

Twyla Joy by Nancy Sebestyen

Mon, February 25 (6-9p) • $35Precious pearls alongside sparkling crystals mix well in this elegant woven bracelet. A cross-weave two-

needle technique will be used and will surprisingly workup quick and easily. If you’ve had a few basic classes

under your belt, this class will be a good choice for you to reinforce your skills. Basic bead weaving

experience is required. Materials list.

Sat, February 23 (10a-5p) • $65The necklace portion of this piece features an eye catching bead crochet, but don’t let that scare you off. Sheilah has a very special way of teaching this technique that is guaranteed foolproof! Onceyou’ve mastered the necklace, she’ll show you manyfringing techniques that will make your Prairie BloomNecklace blossom. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Prairie Bloom by Sheilah Cleary

Bead It Braid It by Sheilah Cleary

Sat, March 2 (10a-5p) • $65Called “speedy looming” because that’s exactly what it is. Beads are placed onto the warp threads before

the loom is dressed and that’s what allows you to move along quickly. You’ll learn the technique of

looming a row and then bringing in a bead from thewarp threads. It’s twice as fast and twice as sparkly

since the beads end up in two different directions. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Mon, February 25 (6-9p) • $35This class has a little of everything. There’s some kumihimo braiding, bead stitching, and chain. Whatmore could you ask for? First we’ll create a fiber rope braid as part of our necklace, then stitch a multi-level peyote tube to accent a fashionable skeleton key. Combine together with chain to create this trendsetting piece. Peyote stitch experience is required. Materials list.Unlock Your Inner Artist

by Jennifer Soltero

Sun, March 3 (12-5p) • $55This rich and robust cuff style bracelet includessparkling round crystal baubles intertwined with luscious lines of seed beads and bridged together with the prized two hole twin beads. For those thatlike your bracelets even wider, this design can be adjusted to go as wide as your arm can bear. Basic bead weaving experience is required. Materials list.

Pathways by Wendy Remmers

Knotted Silk Tassel Nk by Kat Clark

Sun, February 10 (1-4p) • $35Learn to make an Art Deco inspired knotted silk

necklace highlighted with a beaded silk tassel pendant.Get helpful tips on spacing knots and general design

concepts that will make your piece pop! You’ll find thisnecklace to be very chic and Flapper-esque and a

perfect accessory addition. All skill levels welcome.Materials list.

Sat, Feb 9 (10a-1p) OR Wed, Mar 6 (6-9p)$35These spring time earrings are to “dye” for! Hop yourright angle weave skills into the next level by adding dimension to create these egg-stravagant eggs andadorable bunny earrings that are truly all they’recracked up to be. Basic bead weaving experienceis required. Right angle weave experience is helpful. Materials list.

Spring Blingby Tracie Owens

Fringed Medallions by Jennifer Soltero

Sat, February 16 (10a-1p) • $35What a perfect introduction to bead embroidery!

Create this stately pair of earrings while learning the basics in bead embroidery as well as bead bezel construction and a simple fringing technique. Also learn finishing techniques that include applying a suede backing and earring post. Peyote stitch

experience is required. Materials list.

Sun, February 10 (10a-5p) • $65This earring has the old world charm and modern day glamour. You will learn to bezel the CZ into a snap setting prong and create a square shape motif.You’ll make a matching pendant with a delicate bail for a complete and darling set. Peyote stitch experience is required. Materials list.

Imperial CZ Earrings by Lananh Bui

Sun, February 17 (1-3p)$35 (includes all materials)

New at beading? This class is especially designed foryou. Learn the basics on beads, findings, stringing materials, tools, and how to get started in the wonder-ful world of beading. Make a stretch and bead strungbracelet in this workshop. All skill levels welcome.Includes all materials.Beading Fundamentals

by Andrea Morris

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Eternity Bracelet by Lananh Bui

Sun, March 10 (12-5p) • $55This gorgeous bracelet features a three dimensional

right angle weave technique and a beautiful color selec-tion that’s reminiscent of the rich hues of tourmaline.

Learn how to improve desired thread tension to main-tain it’s form while reinforcing your right angle weave skills. Right angle weave experience is required. Tubular right angle weave experience is helpful.

Materials list.

Mon, March 4 (6-9p) • $35Let’s compare the regular and twisted tubular herringbone stitch while making a snazzy bracelet and necklace. A good working knowledge of the flatherringbone is necessary to get through this compactclass. Incorporate stylish bullet ends for a clean and professional look while securing with a sturdy wire guard and crimp. Flat herringbone stitch experience is required. Materials list.Dueling Herringbone Tubes

by Jennifer Soltero

Embroidered Wing Ring by Jennifer Soltero

Mon, March 11 (6-9p) • $35If you’ve ever had a desire to learn how to bead

embroider, this is the perfect project for you. We willbead embroider a platform upon which a bead bezeled

cabochon is featured. Accent with an adorable castedbird embellishment and finish with a peyote stitched

band ring that is sized perfectly to fit. Peyote stitchexperience is required. Materials list.

Sun, March 10 (1-4p) & 17 (1-3p)$65Crocheted or not, this workshop will teach you the basics in crocheting with beads. This spiral stitch is easiest with larger beads but is easily adapted to smaller bead sizes and multiple bead sizes. Incorporatea focal bead, a clasp, or make it a roll-on bracelet. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.Bead Crochet (2 Part)

by Andrea Morris

Fake It by Sheilah Cleary

Sun, March 24 (1-4p) • $35Similar to the very fashionable diamond tennis bracelet,

this glittering gem features diamond-shaped biconecrystals. It carries all the allure of that original symbol

of fitness and taste but is just different enough tocatch an admiring eye. feel free to wear it on the

court of off. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Mon, March 18 (6-9p) • $35Using the netting stitch, create this scoop neck focalband that moves freely to fit nearly every neck size.Embellish with side-drilled gemstones and glass leaves,or something similar from your box of treasures. Also, make a chain linked necklace, accented withcasted beads and charms. Basic bead weaving experience is required. Materials list.Gypsy Treasures

by Jennifer Soltero

Sat, March 30 (10a-1p) • $35It’s a myth that looming and square stitch are the only ways to ensure four straight sides in beadwork. Learn the mosaic stitch and add it to your repertoire of stitches. This stitch will produce not only straighterrows but a more stable stitch overall, and the end resultwill be a fabulous bracelet which includes three very interesting, three-layer star flowers. All skill levelswelcome. Materials list.

Star Shine by Sheilah Cleary

Die Cut, Dap & Wrap! by Kat Clark

Sun, February 3 (12-4p) OR Thu, March 7 (12-4p) weekday

$45Love tools? You’ll love working with these tools

while making this fashionable necklace. Learn how to die cut metal, then shape it with a dap and punch

set, texture the metal using various techniques, and wire them up together. Now, that’s a wrap!

All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Sat, February 2 (10a-5p) • $75You are cordially invited to an awesome patina party!Party is synonymous with “fun” and this party won’tdisappoint. First, imprint designs into sterling, brass and copper metal blanks using a rolling mill, hammers,or stamps. Then experiment with a bunch of patina and sealant options to create sample charms that willserve you for years to come. Basic metal skills ishelpful. Metals kit available at class. Materials list.

Patina Party by Candace Steppes

Basic Wire Linking by Wendy Remmers

Tue, February 5 (10a-1p) weekday ORThu, March 14 (6-9p)

$35Permanently link beads together with this wire

wrapping technique. Learn how to make a proper eyeloop and how to wrap down wires for a snug fit.

Make a wire wrapped bracelet and a matching pair of earrings. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Mon, Feb 4 (6-9p) OR Thu, Mar 14 (6-9p)$45Learn the basics of soldering while creating this fashionable silver-filled linked bracelet. We’ll cover butt soldering techniques where you’ll learn how to heat and flow solder like a professional. We will also cover flux, solder, pickle, and the tools required to get you started. All skill levels welcome. Required kit sold at class. Materials list.

Soldering Basics by Candace Steppes

Stony Brook Earrings by Candace Steppes

Wed, February 13 (6-9p) • $45Named to evoke an image of majestic stones peeking

above a calm brook, while its design translates to luscious pebble pearls scattered melodically amonggleaming granules. To get there we’ll be fabricating

pearl cups with posts along with having mad fun making silver granules. We’ll also cover sawing,

dapping, and finishing techniques. Pre-requisite:Soldering basics or comparable. Materials list.

Sat, February 9 (12-5p) • $65Here’s an easy way to combine metals for a fabulousmulti-tone inlay design. Techniques include sawing and piercing, sweat soldering, milling metal with a rolling mill, and hand finishing. Fun, simple and truly inspirational. Basic torch soldering and sawing experience is required. Materials list.

Lacy Inlay by Candace Steppes

Sat, February 16 (10a-1p) • $40Introduce yourself to the world of chainmaille in thiscomprehensive hands-on workshop. We’ll discuss the importance of precision sized rings, preparing rings, and how to weave this simple yet impressive SpiralChain. You’ll have the opportunity to use an electric rotary “JumpRinger” cutter to make perfectly flush cut rings. You’ll never go back to cutting by hand. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.Intro to Chainmaille

by Wendy Remmers

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Straight to the Point by Candace Steppes

Mon, February 18 (6-9p) • $45Let’s get straight to the point. This class is to

conquer those pesky sharp corner cabs that are oh so cool, yet oh so hard to set. Pick up tips and

techniques to overcome this challenge and you’ll findyourself looking for harder shapes to now bezel set.

Out with those classic ovals. Bring on the points! Intermediate torch soldering experience

is required. Materials list.

Mon, Feb 18 (12-4p) OR Sat, Mar 30 (12-4p)$55This plaque style bracelet gives you a large canvas tocreate your soldering masterpiece. Personalize your design with cherished cabs or piercing designs that fit your style. Reinforce skills in sawing/piercing, bezel forming/setting, and of course torch soldering. Basic torch soldering and metal working skills are required. Materials list.

Jeweled Plaque Bracelet by Jennifer Soltero

Viking Knit by Wendy Remmers

Wed, February 20 (6-9p) • $35Use an ancient style of wire knitting to create this

handsome woven bracelet. We’ll be double knitting andlater pulling it through a wooden drawplate to achievethis tighter and denser look. Finish with cones and a

clasp and it’s ready to wear! All skill levels welcome. Good hand strength is helpful.

Materials list.

Mon, Feb 18 (6-8p) OR Sun, Mar 3 (10a-12p)$25Feature your favorite lampwork bead or any focal bead in this delightful bangle. Learn simple wire wrapping techniques that include wire binding, sculpting, clasp construction and sizing. You’ll be surprised at how fun and easy these little bangles work up that you’ll be making more for days. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Lampwork Bead Bangle by Michele Gregory

Pattern Wire Hoops by Kat Clark

Thu, Feb 21 (6-8p) OR Sun, Mar 24 (1-3p)$25

Creating these stylin’ hoops is a snap! Work with theoh-so-pretty patterned wires and learn to shape them

into your perfect hoop size. We’ll do a bit of hammeringand filing and then drill a delicate hole for hanging.

Finish with custom made ear wires and they’re readyto wear home. What a treat! Power tool experience

is helpful but not required. Materials list.

Thu, February 21 (12-3p) weekday ORMon, March 11 (6-9p)$35Learn to wire up these beautiful “light as a feather” chandelier earrings using teardrop shaped stones or crystals. Learn to use various sized bail forming pliers to make precision wire components and evenyour own ear wires. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Arabesque Chandeliers by Kat Clark

Sun, February 24 (12-4p) • $50Cold join metals using wire, sheet metal, wire rivets,jump rings and more. Learn metalworking techniquessuch as sawing, drilling, texturing, stamping, forging,and joining components to make this charming bracelet.Finish with chain, charms, clasp and it’s ready to wear! All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Intro to Cold Connections by Candace Steppes

Basic Wire Working by Candace Steppes

Wed, March 6 (6-9p) • $35This is a must for beginners in wire working.

Learn how to work with an assortment of tools and how to handle, flatten, and work-harden wires.

You will also learn how to make the necessary find-ings for your bracelet, including the spiral wraps for

your beads. Working with heavy gauge wires requiregood hand strength. All skill levels welcome.

Materials list.

Sun, March 3 (1-4p) • $35This criss-cross bangle is a great introduction to wire wrapping and will cover precision techniques inmeasurement, wire binding, clasp formation, and more.After completing this bangle you’ll be better preparedfor many other wire wrapped projects and workshops. All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Intro to Wire Wrap by Michele Gregory

Keystone Weave by Wendy Remmers

Sun, March 10 (12-5p) • $55Link together various ring sizes to create keystoneshaped segments that alternate and give this flat

chainmaille bracelet a rippling appearance. Embellish the intersections with delicate freshwater pearls thatperfectly contrasts the cold and sleek rings. Basic

chainmaille experience is required. A custom cutrings kit must be purchased at workshop. Choice

of SS, SF, copper, or brass kits. Materials list.

Thu, Mar 7 (6-8p) OR Sun, Mar 24 (10a-12p)$25Simple, stylish, and pretty to boot. Craft a perfectly sized ring band with wire, a mandrel, and some tried and true tips from Kat. Embellish with luscious pearlpetals and shimmering crystal stamens that will haveyour fingers ready for Spring. All skill levels welcome.Materials list.Pretty Petals

by Kat Clark

Jens Pind by Wendy Remmers

Wed, March 20 (6-9p) • $35Derived from the Spiral chain, the Jens Pind is quite

challenging and requires the ability to focus and readchain patterns. This beautiful design makes a wonderfulnecklace or bracelet. Intermediate chainmaille skills

required. Required jump ring kits in SS, SF, GF,brass and copper will be available for

purchase at class. Materials list.

Mon, March 18 (6-9p) • $45Learn basic fold-forming techniques and a touch of forging while making these pretty pod earrings. Reinforce or develop your skills in sawing, filing, granulation, and soldering. Leave with a completely fabricated pair of earrings that is sure to inspire you.All skill levels welcome. Materials list.

Pretty Pods by Candace Steppes

Thu, March 21 (6-9p) • $35Wrap up your favorite cabochon, but this time to wear as a brooch. Build on your skills of wire straightening and binding, using square and half round wires. Design elements will be discussed and demonstrated. Pre-requisite: Intro to Wire Wrap. Materials list.

Wire Wrap Cab Brooch by Michele Gregory

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Die Cut, Dap & Wrap! 12-4p Basic Wire Linking 10a-1pWedding Bouquet 6-9pSoldering Basics 6-9p

Lacy Inlay 12-5pSpring Bling 10a-1p

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Color Theory 10a-12pKnotted Silk Tassel Nklc 1-4pImperial CZ Earrings 10a-5p

Fringed Medallions 10a-1pIntro to Chainmaille 10a-1pAltered Penny Charm 10a-5p

Even Flat Peyote fs 6-9pStony Brook Earrings 6-9p

Beading Fundamentals 1-3pIntro to Art Clay Silver 12-5pAntique Sunflower Pend 12-4p

Jeweled Plaque Bracelet 12-4pStraight to the Point 6-9pLampwork Bead Bangle 6-8p

Arabesque Chandelier 12-3pPattern Wire Hoops 6-8p

Crowned Jewel 12-5pACS In Stit ches 12-5pPrairie Bloom 10a-5p

Flat Right Angle fs 6-9pViking Knit 6-9p

Intro Col d Connections 12 -4pChain Making I01 10a-5p

Twyla Joy 6-9pUnlock Your Inner Artist 6-9p

Flat Herringbone fs 6-9pACS Shadow Painting 6-9p

Ruffles Ring 10a-5pPatina Party 10a-5p

Lampwork Bead Bangle 10a-12pIntro to Wire Wrap 1-4pmPathways 12-5p

Wedding Bouquet 10a-1pDueling Herringbone Tubes 6-9p

Die Cut, Dap & Wrap! 12-4pPretty Petals Ring 6-8p

ACS Golden Strands 10a-5pRemember Rings 10a-5p

Basic Wire Working 6-9pSpring Bling 6-9p

Bead Crochet Pt1 1-4pKeystone Weave 12-5pEternity Bracelet 12-5p

Arabesque Chandelier 6-9pEmbroidered Wing Ring 6-9p

Basic Wire Linking 6-9pSoldering Basics 6-9p

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Bead Crochet Pt2 1-3pACS Filigree Frames 12-4pWorm Bead Bracelet 10a-5p

Pretty Pods 6-9pGypsy Treasures 6-9p

Wire Wrap Cab Brooch 6-9p Intro to Art Clay Silver 12-5pSecret Saturday Sampler 12-5p

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Pretty Petals Ring 10a-12pPattern Wire Hoops 1-3pFake It 1-4p

ACS Spinning Earrings 6-9p Jeweled Plaque Bracelet 12-4pStar Shine 10a-1p

Write On 12-5pBead It Braid It 10a-5p

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