Beadology Iowa
July 2019
Wire Wrapping Stones through Kirkwood
Learn the basics of wire wrapping stones. Students will practice with copper wire to form a plan for a semi-precious stone, then move to sterling wire for the final project. No experience needed. Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: www.kirkwood.edu and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants. Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford. $30 instructor fee/$38 materials…
Find out more »Iowa Summer Writing Festival Weekly Reading
Join participants from the University of Iowa’s Summer Writing Program as they share new works and works in progress. This event is free and open to the public. BYOB. Cups and bottle openers provided.
Find out more »Gyrls Night Out: Embellished Felt Beads
Use vintage sequins and glass seed beads to embellish felt round beads. The beads can then be used however you want. The sequins and beads can be layered for some very fun effects. No experience needed. Option dutch treat drinks and snacks in downtown Iowa City after class. Instructor: Karen Kubby. Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.
Find out more »Brick Stitch Corn Earrings
You can make endless figurative beaded pieces with brick stitch. Learn tricks to be successful. Make a pair of flat, brick stitched earrings in the shape of corn—just in time for sweet corn season. No experience needed. Instructor: Karen Kubby. Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.
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