Class Supply Lists

I am currently having computer issues so the Class Supply Lists are not available at A.C. Moore. Please leave a comment or send me an email and I will send the list to you.

Thanks! Hope to see you soon!

What have YOU been making?

I'm hoping that this blog will become more interactive with the people who visit here. I see that people are visiting but no one is leaving any comments. :-( Let's see if I can get this to change...

If you've taken one (or more) of my classes I hope you learned something and, most of all, enjoyed yourself.

I'd love so see some of the things you've made. Please send me a picture or pictures or a link to your photo album so that I can post them and share them with others. Make sure to include the name you'd like credited under the picture.
If there's something you want to learn or need a refresher on please let me know and I'll try to schedule it for an upcoming class. You can leave me a comment or send me an email.

Happy beading!

September Beading/Jewelry Making Classes at A.C. Moore Dover/Rockaway, NJ

Below is the schedule for the classes I'll be teaching at A.C. Moore in Dover/Rockaway, NJ in September.

9/1 - St. Petersburg Chain (Beg/Inter)

9/8 - Summer Memories Charm Bracelet (Beg/Inter) 

9/15 - Back to School - Beading Basics (Beg/Inter)
9/22 - Peyote Stitch Basics (Beg/Inter)
9/29 - Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)


You can also get the schedule at the A.C. Moore website http://www.acmoore.com/classschedule.aspx?sid=122.


If you have any questions or suggestions for classes leave a comment or send me an email.


Happy beading!

Bead Social/UFO Night - 8/25 @ 6:00pm

Class Title: Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)
Cost: $10 + supplies
Location: A.C. Moore, Rockaway, NJ
Phone: (973) 442-1265

Have UFOs landed at YOUR house??? Gather them up/dust them off and bring them to the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night".

Don't bead alone - come join the fun and bead yourself happy. As one student says "It's cheaper than therapy!" Sometimes we even have baked goodies. How can you pass that up?

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) or WIPs (Work In Progress), get back into beading, start a new project, or for social beading. Please bring along some of your finished projects to show the class.

Supplies: beads, stringing material and findings, a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THIS CLASS MUST HAVE TAKEN A PREVIOUS CLASS WITH THIS TEACHER.

PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND AND WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON SO THAT I BRING THE APPROPRIATE TOOLS/SUPPLIES.

Happy Beading!

My Beady Superhero!

Just want to send a quick, but heartfelt, "THANK YOU" to MM. You always seem to know when to throw that life preserver. Thanks for saving the day tomorrow! Ahhhhhhhhhh, beads...

Flat Herringbone Stitch Bracelet/Necklace Class - 8/18 @ 6:00pm

Class Title: Flat Herringbone Stitch Bracelet/Necklace (Beg./Inter.)
Time: 6:00-8:15pm
Cost: $20 + supplies 
Location: A.C. Moore, Rockaway, NJ
Phone: (973) 442-1265

My Furry Helper - she wants to learn how to do the Herringbone Stitch too!

Herringbone stitch, also known as the African stitch Ndebele, looks more difficult than it is. Herringbone can be flat or tubular. This class will cover the flat stitch variation. Any size bead can be used but large beads make the learning process easier and clearer and also results in a bracelet that works up quickly. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.
 
Supply List:
• size 6 or 8 seed beads or cube beads (recommended)
• size 10 or 11 seed beads in a coordinating color to larger beads
• beading thread (ex. Fireline (recommended), Nymo or Dandyline)
• beading needles
• thread conditioner (recommended by not necessary)
• clasp or large button

Tools:
• scissors
• bead board and/or bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

If you can't make it to the store to sign up in advance please let me know that you plan to attend so that I have enough handouts.

Class Suggestions?

I'm already late with my October class schedule. Anyone have any suggestions?

Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month I thought I'd schedule the crystal beaded heart one week. What do you think?

Please send suggestions via comment to this post or email.

Thanks!

Happy Beading!

Earring Wardrobe Class - 8/11 @ 6:00pm

Class Title: Beading/Jewelry Making – Earring Wardrobe (Beg/Inter)
Cost: $20 + supplies
Location: A.C. Moore, Rockaway, NJ
Phone: (973) 442-1265

You’ll never believe how easy it is to make those fabulous 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. This class is suitable for children 12 and older and adults. Feel free to bring pictures of earrings you like!

Supply List:
• assortment of beads and spacers
• earring findings
• head pins/eye pins
• jump rings

Tools:
• round nose pliers
• wire cutters
• bead board and/or bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

Daisy Chain Bracelet/Necklace Class - 8/4 @ 6:00pm

Class Title: Beading/Jewelry Making – Daisy Chain Bracelet/Necklace (Beginner/Intermediate)
Cost: $20 + supplies
Time: 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Store: A.C. Moore, Rockaway, NJ
Phone: (973) 442-1265

Create lots of little colorful flowers with a basic bead weaving stitch to create a pretty bracelet or necklace. Vary the colors and size of beads for endless possibilities. Students should be able to complete their project during class. This class is suitable for children 12 and older and adults.

THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.

Supply List:
• assortment of E and/or seed beads
• beading thread (ex. Fireline, Nymo or Dandyline)
• beading needles
• spring, lobster claw or magnetic clasp (toggles are NOT recommended)
• bead tips (clam shells)

Tools:
• scissors
• bead board and/or bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

Upcoming Classes

I hope you're having a good summer. Can you believe it's August already? It sure has been warm. Luckily my studio (aka my "craft cave") is nice and cool.

Sorry for the lack of posts lately. I've been trying (for probably the hundredth time) to reorganize my studio. Hmm... Do I sort my beads by color or type? There are pros and cons to each method. I sort one way and then decide I want it another. Ahhh!

Just wanted to let you know what classes are coming up at A.C. Moore in Dover/Rockaway, NJ.

8/4 - Daisy Chain Bracelet or Necklace (Beg/Inter)
8/11 - Earring Wardrobe (Beg/Inter)
8/18 - Flat Herringbone Stitch Bracelet/Necklace (Beg/Inter)
8/25 - Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)
9/1 - St. Petersburg Chain (Beg/Inter)
9/8 - Summer Memories Charm Bracelet (Beg/Inter)
9/15 - Back to School - Beading Basics (Beg/Inter)
9/22 - Peyote Stitch Basics (Beg/Inter)
9/29 - Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)

You can also get the info at the A.C. Moore website http://www.acmoore.com/classschedule.aspx?sid=122.

If you have any questions or suggestions for classes leave a comment or send me an email.

Happy beading!