Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Fire Mountain Gems - New Catalog

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just got my new FMG Jewelry Maker's Comprehensive Catalog. This thing is HUGE!!! The catalog I usually get is the regular 448 page catalog. This one is 1,216 pages. I'm sure I'll be spending the next 2-3 hours pouring through the pages.

If you are interested in getting a free copy of the regular catalog you can get it here: http://www.firemountaingems.com/catreq.asp?lnksrc=3&navsrc=2. This catalog is a GREAT reference guide. Just ask Eileen who carted it through Beadfest last year in a wheeled suitcase!!!

The more items you buy the better the discount. Hopefully we'll be able to get a group buy together this time. Too many things converged against us last time.

Freestyle/Bead Social - Wednesday, January 30

Tomorrow night's class is the Freestyle/Bead Social. It'll be a fun night out. I've asked for the large classroom so we have more room to spread out. If I get a chance to bake I'll bring along some goodies to share.

Following is the "class" description:

Don’t bead alone! This is a working class for beaders who may have questions or need a quick refresher in any area of beading. There will be no specific instruction but lots of one-on-one time with students. A great class to get motivated to finish your UFOs (UnFinished Objects), get back into beading, start a new project, or for social beading. Also, a chance to meet new friends and see old ones. Please bring along some of your finished projects to show the class.
(Limit 10 students)
Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $15 + supplies
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THIS CLASS MUST HAVE TAKEN A PREVIOUS CLASS WITH THIS TEACHER.

Hope to see you tomorrow night!

Just a reminder - classes are held Wednesday night's at AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway. The store is on the road BEHIND Rockaway Mall, not on the perimeter of the mall. They're in the old Office Max building by Home Depot.

AC Moore End of January Chill Buster Sale

Hi Everyone,

If you haven't already signed up to receive AC Moore sale emails I'll try to post them here.

Yesterday I received an email with a 50% off coupon good on one item for Wednesday and Thursday. Here's the link http://www.acmoore.com/images/upload/janchillbuster01_30&31.jpg

Just print the page and bring it to the store.

Gotta love those coupons! It gives you more money to spend on beads!!!

Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

Another Week Zipped By...

I don't know where the time is going. It seems like I blink my eyes and hours/days go by!

Last Wednesday we had a good class. Everyone made beautiful illusion necklaces. Even the beginners got the hang of it.

I just got a new camera so I'll be able to take pictures and post them here from now on.

Sunday, January 20, 2008

Happy Sunday!

Wow. Where did the week go?

We had a fun class last Wednesday. Just two students but we had a nice time. Sorry about the confusion about the classroom too. They seem to be having some communication problems in that store.

I'm just about finished with the schedule for February. I'll be emailing it to all of you in the next few days and I'll be posting it on here along with pictures. There won't be a class on the 6th. From now on I'm going to try to have one stitch class, one wire class and the Free Style/Bead Social each month. The other class(es) will be a students choice. (I'll explain how that works in another post.)

Thanks for voting in my "polls". It looks like we'll keep classes on Wednesday nights. If you and your friends would like to have a "Ladies Night Out" bead class at another time just let me know. We need at least two students for a class.

I'm hoping to take some pictures during upcoming classes so that I can post them here. Those of you that aren't attending classes can see what you're missing out on!!!

Have a GREAT week. I hope to see you soon!

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

Friday, January 11, 2008

Illusion Necklace Class - January 23rd

Use monofilament or beading wire and crimp beads to make a necklace that gives the illusion that the beads are floating. (Project WILL be completed in class.)
(Limit 8 students)
Supplies: Assortment of beads, monofilament or beading wire, crimps, clasp
Cost: $20 + supplies

Crystals on monofilament

Focal bead on red beading wire

Poll for Upcoming Classes

Hi Everyone,

I've added a poll on the right side of the page. Please take a moment and let me know which topics you'd be interested in for upcoming classes.

I know Eileen won't be voting for any of the stitch classes! LOL

Feel free to leave a comment or e-mail me with any other topics or questions.

Julie :-)

Thursday, January 10, 2008

Spiral Stitch Class - January 16

You won't want to miss this class! Once you get the hang of it, the spiral stitch becomes addictive. Believe it or not, the samples below are all done with the same stitch. Varying the size and color of the beads gives each piece a different look. You can even add in focal beads and other embellishments. This class is a favorite of some of my students from Parsippany (especially Mindy and Cathy).

Project will be started in class but might not be completed. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.
(Limit 8 students)
Supplies: Two contrasting colors of E beads or seed beads, Nymo (or similar) beading thread or braided fishing line, beading needle, clasp, jump/split rings.
Cost: $20 + supplies



Red and grey E bead necklace

Green on green seed bead necklace

Spiral ribbon bracelet with seed, bugle and E beads

Come out and join us on Wednesday, January 16th. Don't forget to sign up at least 48 hours in advance.
Happy Beading!
~ Julie :-)

Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Anyone Out There?

Sorry, no class this week. Only one person signed up for the earring class so it was cancelled. There must be at least 2 people signed up for class to be held.

You must sign up at the store at least 24-48 hours in advance. If you need to sign up over the phone you can call 973-442-1265. I'm not sure they'll let you sign up this way but you may want to give it a try.

If Wednesdays aren't good for you let me know if there's a better night. I'm willing to work around your schedules if necessary.

Happy Beading! Hope to see you soon!

Julie :-)

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

January Jewelry Making Classes - AC Moore Dover/Rockaway

Classes are resuming again at AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway. The store hours have changed so classes will now be held from 6:15pm - 8:45pm on Wednesdays.

Following is the schedule for January. I'm working on the schedule for February so If you have any suggestions please let me know (e-mail me or leave a comment). If there's enough interest I may try to hold some classes on the weekends.


January 2 – Beading Basics (Beginner)
Love beads but aren’t sure how to get started? This is the class for you. This very useful beginner’s class has lots of information that you will use throughout your jewelry making years. We'll work on layout and design basics, stringing, finishing, and how to use tools. Students will be able to go home with a completed bracelet or necklace. This class is suitable for children 12 and older and adults.
(Limit 8 students)
Supplies: Assortment of beads, stringing material (ex. Beadalon), findings (clasp, crimps), a basic beading/jewelry making kit is also recommended
Cost: $20 + supplies

January 9 – Beaded Earrings (Beginner/Intermediate)
You’ll never believe how easy it is to make that fabulous pair of earrings you see in the department store. Learn the ease of earring making and create 2 or more pair of earrings to take home and wear. Beginning students will learn how to make simple drop earrings, ear threads or hoop earrings. More advanced students will learn to make chandelier earrings.
(Limit 8 students)
Supplies: Assortment of beads, headpins/eye pins, earring findings
Cost: $20 + supplies


January 16 – Spiral Stitch (Beginner/Intermediate)
The spiral stitch is one of the most versatile stitches. There are so many variations that you can make it look different every time! More advanced students will learn how to include embellishments. Project will be started in class but might not be completed. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.
(Limit 8 students)
Supplies: Two contrasting colors of E beads or seed beads, Nymo (or similar) beading thread or braided fishing line, beading needle, clasp, jump/split rings.
Cost: $20 + supplies

January 23 – Illusion Necklace (Beginner)
Use monofilament or beading wire and crimp beads to make a necklace that gives the illusion that the beads are floating.
(Limit 8 students)
Supplies: Assortment of beads, monofilament or beading wire, crimps, clasp
Cost: $20 + supplies

January 30 – Jewelry Making Free Style/Bead Social (Intermediate)
Don’t bead alone! This is a working class for beaders who may have questions or need a quick refresher in any area of beading. There will be no specific instruction but lots of one-on-one time with students. A great class to get motivated to finish your UFOs (UnFinished Objects), get back into beading, start a new project, or for social beading. Also, a chance to meet new friends and see old ones. Please bring along some of your finished projects to show the class.
(Limit 10 students)
Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $15 + supplies
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THIS CLASS MUST HAVE TAKEN A PREVIOUS CLASS WITH THIS TEACHER.

Classes are 2 ½ hours long (6:15pm – 8:45pm) and MUST be signed up for in advance. Please be prompt so that we can get as much work done in class as possible. Supplies may be purchased in advance or the day of class. If purchasing supplies the day of class please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early. The instructor will be available to go through the beading aisles in the store to help pick out supplies. Tools and bead boards are provided for use during class or you may bring your own. Students must be able to perform close detail work – don’t forget your glasses and/or magnifying glass!

PLEASE NOTE: Jewelry samples on display are for example only and do not necessarily represent the project created in class. Students are encouraged to bring in pictures of projects they’d like to make.


Hope to see you soon!

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

Welcome!

Hi Everyone!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2007 was a very busy year for me and I expect to be even busier in 2008.

I'll be teaching Jewelry Making Classes at AC Moore in Rockaway on Wednesday nights. Once I figure out how, I'll be posting the schedule and pictures of projects here. LOL

If you have any questions or comments feel free to email me or leave comments here.

Hope to see/hear from you soon!

Julie :-)
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