"Learn how to bead like the pros."

Classes now being offered at our store location :
Basic Stringing Basic Earrings Basic Wire Wrapping
PMC (Precious Metal Clay) Link Bracelet Swarovski Crystal pendant with basic peyote stitch bail Polymer Clay 101: Layered clay pendant
Lampwork, Leather, Cha-Cha bracelet Herringbone Wire Wrap bracelet Basic Chain Maille (with bright aluminum rings)
Basic Knotting class Right Angle Weave (RAW) Angel Wing Bracelet
Swarovski Crystal Snowflake pendant

 
 
~~~ Basic Stringing ~~~
 Fee: Free !
 Dates/Time: There’s no date and time set for this class. Come in anytime and our staff will be happy to sit with you and teach you the basics of stringing.

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

What a great way to start beading! This is a great opportunity to explore the beautiful world of beads. We will teach the basics of stringing and you will walk out the door with something made. Great for all age levels. Supplies not included.
 
 
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~~~ Basic Earrings ~~~
 Fee: $15.00 per person
 Dates/Time: Held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 6-7pm. Sept. 4th and 18th, Oct. 2nd and 16th, Nov. 6th and 20th.

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

Learn this versatile technique in beading. Not only will you be able to make earrings the very day of the class but will now be able to make pendants and other wire-wrap jewelry. Supplies not included.
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~~~ Basic Wire Wrapping ~~~
 Fee: $25.00 per person
 Dates/Time: Sept. 20th from 11-1, Oct. 23rd from 5:30-7:30

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

Learn how to wrap wire around any bead with a whole in it. This is a great technique to spice up a bead. Add spirals, squiggles or just enclose your bead in a spiral cage. We'll also learn how to create a bail for large pendants and doughnuts. This class includes wire you just supply the bead.
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~~~ PMC (Precious Metal Clay) Link Bracelet ~~~
 Fee: $80.00 per person includes silver clay
 Dates/Time: Sept. 19th from 3-7pm and Sept 26th 4-6pm

 Level:

Beginner, 2-part class

 Description:

In this class you will make some links to add to a bracelet or necklace, on the 26th you will learn to connect the links and finish your piece of jewelry. PMC is a clay that can be molded into many, many shapes, it is then fired and polished and turns into a piece of 99.9% silver. It is truly unique and the options of what to make are limitless. Linda Bishop will be teaching this class, she is certified to teach PMC and many of her pieces are displayed in local shops.
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~~~ Swarovski Crystal pendant with basic peyote stitch bail ~~~
 Fee: $48 includes pendant and delica beads.
 Dates/Time: November 1st from 11-1pm.

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

Peyote stitch is a beautiful and versatile stitch that can be used in many different projects. If you’ve been wanting to learn how to bead with a needle and thread then this class is for you. During this class you will make and finish this beautiful pendant. From there you can make rings, bracelets and much, much more.
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~~~ Polymer Clay 101: Layered clay pendant ~~~
 Fee: $45 includes all clay needed to make the pendant and beads
 Dates/Time: Friday October 3rd from 3-6

 Level:

Beginner.

 Description:

This class is an introduction to the technique of Mokume Gane, pronounced “mokumay gahnay”, adapted from the Japanese metalsmithing technique of the same name. By layering thin sheets of clay with layers of metal leaf, a ‘sandwich’ of various elements is created. By pressing, stamping, and other manipulations of this sandwich, and then using the blade slicer to shave thin slices of clay from the whole, the magic of Mokume is revealed.
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~~~ Lampwork, Leather, Cha-Cha bracelet ~~~
 Fee: $75 includes all supplies
 Dates/Time: November 22nd from 12-2

 Level:

Beginner (need to have earring wrapping skills)

 Description:

Denise Sachs-Michalanie will teach how to use this versatile skill, earring making, and turning it into a beautiful dangle bracelet out of leather. Denise will also have her entire collection of beads here for you to browse through.
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~~~ Herringbone Wire Wrap bracelet ~~~
 Fee: $40 plus beads (class includes wire)
 Dates/Time: September 11th from 5-7:30

 Level:

Beginner (need to have earring wrapping skills)

 Description:

Everyone loves this bracelet, it’s different and beautiful. You can use any shape bead and gold, copper or silver wire to make yours unique!
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~~~ Basic Chain Maille (with bright aluminum rings) ~~~
 Fee: $60 includes all supplies
 Dates/Time: Sept. 25th from 5-8pm, Sept 27th from 11-2pm and Oct. 4th from 11-2pm.

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

If you’ve wanted to learn chain maille, this is the bracelet to start. It’s a basic link but when you add the crystals you get a gorgeous, elegant bracelet (all crystals and aluminum rings included). Please bring chain nose pliers to class if you have them.
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~~~ Basic Knotting class ~~~
 Fee: $55 includes supplies
 Dates/Time: Oct. 9th from 6-8pm.

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

This class is an introduction to knotting. You will complete a lariat out of Griffin Silk Cord and beads. I love this class because it does not require perfection, just place the beads where you want them and tie the knot!
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~~~ Right Angle Weave (RAW) ~~~
 Fee: $30 plus supplies
 Dates/Time: Oct. 18th from 11-1 and Oct. 30th from 5-8pm

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

This is a must have stitch that can take you into many other advanced projects. RAW is a great and versatile stitch that’s not complicated to learn. Many magazines are coming out with some wonderful projects that incorporate this stitch.
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~~~ Angel Wing Bracelet ~~~
 Fee: $20 plus supplies
 Dates/Time: October 25th from 10-1 and Nov. 15th from 10-1

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

This is like one of those recipes everyone thinks you worked hard all day in the kitchen and it really took you minutes to make, this is the same! This bracelet can be done in no time at all but looks like you worked hours on it. It is such a great simple, fast stitch that any age can learn!
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~~~ Swarovski Crystal Snowflake pendant ~~~
 Fee: $20 plus supplies
 Dates/Time: Nov. 8th from 11:30-1pm and Nov. 13th from 5:30-7pm.

 Level:

Beginner

 Description:

I love this pendant, it’s easy and you can do different colors. Make it into a pendant, earrings or even a tree ornament! Great gift idea.
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Class policies:
  • Please arrive early to pick out beads and supplies as classes start and end on schedule.
  • Pre-registration is recommended. You may do this by calling the store or emailing us. Store # 315-622-4160 or info@marketbeads.com
  • We do not require class fee at the time of registration. Please contact us as soon as possible if you do need to cancel to allow others in your place as many classes have a maximum of 4 to 6 people.