Everyone needs a classic string of pearls. In this class, you will learn the secrets of making pearl knotting easy.  Each person will leave with a bracelet made with freshwater pearls and a sterling silver clasp.  No previous experience necessary. Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: www.kirkwood.edu and go to Continuing Education and...

These new 2-hole cabochon beads are perfect for bracelet making, as they sit so flat on your wrist.  Learn a netting stitch with Toho round beads, Superduos, and the 2-hole cabochons.  Instructor: Karen Kubby. Prerequisite:  any seed bead weaving experience. Registration is $78 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools.  Register in...

This intricate-looking project is great for wire weaving beginners and focuses on the coiled wire decoration that sits along the edge of a gemstone cabochon. Students will get a fundamental understanding of weaving with decorative bands, create a double spiral and learn how to use household tools to make the wire weaving process easier.  A...

Use peyote stitch and a pattern to make these seasonal earrings. You will use Delica 11/0 seed beads and an 11/0 Toho round bead for the pattern.  Make these longer for a great bookmark.  Participants will learn how to decrease in peyote stitch.  No experience needed.  Instructor: Karen Kubby. Registration is $68 and includes all...

Use Toho seed beads to learn ladder stitch and chevron stitch to make a quick and simple bracelet that has high impact.  You will use one color of larger beads for the base and then embellish it with slightly smaller beads in three colors.  The "V" shape is stunning.  No experience needed.  Instructor: Karen Kubby....

Join guest instructor Zanetta Hoehle in another of her monthly classes.  This one used copper wire, Delica beads, and pressed glass drops to make an adorable pair of earrings.  Learn or  and perfect your wire work skills.  No experience needed.   Instructor: Zanetta Hoehle. During the COVID-19 recovery period, classes are limited to 6 people on...

Wrapped bracelets are all the rage and can cost up to $225.  Learn to make these fashion icon pieces yourself out of leather, stone beads, and Fireline.  Vegan option available.  These pieces are fun to make and are great for gifting.  No previous experience necessary. Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: www.kirkwood.edu and...

Join nationally known basket maker and wire jewelry artist Marilyn Moore in a new class.  Using a crochet hook and wire, make a lovely snowflake ornament incorporating beads and fine colored wire.  Instructor:  Marilyn Moore. Pre-requisite:  basic crochet skills, not necessarily bead crochet. During the COVID-19 recovery period, classes are limited to 6 people on...

Pick your staff person, pick your time, and pick the skill you want to learn or refresh. Brainstorm with our expert staff on how to begin or finish a project.  Get some on-on-one time for anything we know how to do.  Sessions are 45 minutes and begin on the hour. Sessions are $35 and more...