"Handmade Holiday" Jewelry Class - Wednesday, December 9, 6:00-8:30pm

Instead of buying gifts for everyone on your list, learn to make your own jewelry. Or make jewelry to match that special holiday outfit.

We'll be making bracelets and/or necklaces using basic stringing and finishing techniques. If time permits we'll make matching earrings.

Supplies: beads in assorted colors/sizes; beading wire (i.e. Beadalon); crimp beads or tubes (recommended); clasp; earwires (optional); a bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

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 but feel free to bring your own. Students must be able to perform close detail work – don’t forget your glasses and/or magnifying glass!
 

Jump Ring Jewelry Class - Wednesday, 11/18 - CANCELED!

No one signed up so class has been canceled.

Hope to see you soon.

Happy beading!

Altered Art Jewelry Class - Wednesday, 11/4 @ 6pm in Rockaway

Hi Everyone,

This week's class is Altered Art Jewelry from 6:00-8:15pm at the AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway.

Join in on the altered art (the tranformation of ordinary everyday objects into artistic/decorative pieces using a variety of materials and techniques) craze and learn how to make unique pieces of jewelry. Bring all sorts of parts and pieces from items and ephemera you have laying around (old jewelry, game pieces, copies of old pictures, material, etc.) and reassemble them into something completely unique and one-of-a-kind. Some supplies and tools will be provided for use during class (ie: glitter, glue, markers, colored pencils, rubber stamps)

Supply List:

• Assorted beads
• Scrapbooking paper (optional)
• Glass pendants or slides (optional)
• Blank wood pieces (optional)
• Miscellaneous ephemera - old jewelry, game pieces, pictures, material, buttons, and anything else you can think of!
• Stringing material (i.e. Beadalon, leather, chain)
• Clasp(s)
• Ear wires

This will be a fun class. Make sure to let me know if you are planning to attend so that I bring enough tools and supplies. Also, let me know if there's something in particular you want to make.

Remember, there must be a minimum of two people signed up for class at the store or confirmed with me before noon on Wednesday or the class will be canceled. Thanks for understanding.

CANCELED - Bead Social/UFO Night, Wednesday, 10/28

Hi Everyone,

I just checked with AC Moore and no one has signed up for class tonight so I canceled it. Remember - at least one person MUST sign up at the store or contact me BEFORE NOON on the day of class or it will be canceled.

Hope to see you soon!

Innovative Beads Expo - November 21 & 22

The next Innovative Beads Expo in Edison will be November 21 & 22. It's the last bead show in this area for the rest of the year.

Anyone interested in car pooling? Send me an email or leave a comment.

Bead Social/UFO Night - Wednesday, October 28, 6-8:30pm

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. Also, a chance to meet new friends and see old ones. 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

Cost: $10 + supplies

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

October 21 - Wire Wrapped Focal Bead/Pendant Necklace Class (Beginner/Intermediate)

Do you have a large bead, gemstone pendant or gemstone donut and don't know how to use it in your jewelry designs? Learn several functional and decorative wire wrapping techniques to use them as focal elements. (This is not a wire wrap bezel class.)

Supplies:

• large bead, gemstone pendant or gemstone donut
• smaller accent beads and/or spacers
• 20, 22 or 24 gauge wire in your choice of color
• necklace to hang pendant on or supplies to make beaded necklace

Tools:

• round nose pliers
• wire cutters
• bead mat

Please let me know if you plan to attend this class so that I make sure to bring enough handouts and tools.

Hope to see you soon.

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

CLASS TONIGHT (10/14/09) CANCELED

I just called AC Moore and no one has signed up for tonight's class so it has been canceled.

Remember, I need at least one person signed up at the store or confirmed with me by noon the day of class or the class will be canceled.

Next week's class is:

Wire Wrapped Focal Bead/Pendant Necklace
Do you have a large bead, gemstone pendant or gemstone donut and don't know how to use it in your jewelry designs? Learn several functional and decorative wire wrapping techniques to use them as focal elements. (This is not a wire wrap bezel class.)

Supplies: large bead, gemstone pendant or gemstone donut; smaller accent beads; 20, 22 or 24 gauge wire; necklace to hang pendant on or supplies to make beaded necklace

Hope to see you soon.

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

Beadventure by the Bay

Hi Everyone,

I'm away on a Beadventure this weekend learning new beady things.

Besides beading, one of my other passions is photography - especially nature and outdoors. Here's a picture I took earlier. Yes, that was the sunset. Absolutely gorgeous. No, I did absolutely nothing to the image.

Don't forget Wednesday's class - Herringbone (Ndebele) Stitch Bracelet. This IS a stitch class using needle and thread. We'll be using 4mm cube beads (or similar sized uniform shape beads) and coordinating seed beads. This stitch works up pretty fast when you're using larger beads so you should be able to finish most, if not all, of your project during class.

Hope to see you Wednesday.

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

October and November Beading/Jewelry Making Classes at AC Moore, Rockaway, NJ

Following is the upcoming Beading/Jewelry Making class schedule for AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway, NJ.

October   7 - Memory Wire Cuff Bracelet (Beginner)
October 14 - Herringbone (Ndebele) Stitch Bracelet (Beginner/Intermediate)
October 21 - Wire Wrap Pendant Necklace (Beginner/Intermediate)
October 28 - Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)

November   4 - Altered Art Jewelry (Beginner/Intermediate)
November 11 - Spiral Stitch Bracelet or Necklace (Beginner/Intermediate)
November 18 - Jump Ring Jewelry (Beginner/Intermediate)
November 25 - NO CLASS - Happy Thanksgiving!

Let me know if you have any suggestions for December classes.

All classes are 2 1/4 hours long (6:00pm – 8:15pm) 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 but feel free to 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 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.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Hope to see you soon!

Julie :-)

October 7 – Memory Wire Cuff Bracelet (Beginner/Intermediate)

Memory wire is very versatile and not just for kids’ jewelry. Learn to make a cuff bracelet using several cut coils instead of one continuous piece of memory wire. No clasp or special finishing is needed because these items just wrap around the wrist. Students will go home with a completed bracelet. This class is suitable for children 12 and older and adults.

Supplies: Assortment of beads; bracelet size memory wire; 3-4 hole spacer beads, double-holed beads or sliders; eye pins and/or head pins; a bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

September 28 – Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)

Economy got you down? Don't ignore your beading! New pricing for "Bead Social/UFO Night". Just $10. Come join the fun at the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night" 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? Have UFOs landed at YOUR house??? Gather them up/dust them off and bring them to the monthly Bead Social. 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) or WIPs (Work In Progress), 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.

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

Cost: $10 + supplies

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

NO CLASS THIS WEEK - WED, SEPT. 23RD

Sorry everyone. No class again this week.

If you'd like to join the mailing list for my classes at AC Moore please send me an email or leave a comment.

Next week is Bead Social/UFO Night. I'm sure you have some unfinished projects you need to finish up!

Hope to see you soon.

Julie :-)

Beading/Jewelry Making Classes on Monday Nights?

Hi Everyone,

Now that all the kids have gone back to school why not take a class at AC Moore and learn something new yourself?

It seems that Wednesday nights conflict with many other things going on. Would any of you be interested in Beading/Jewelry Making Classes on Monday nights? Most guys are watching Monday Night Football so why not enjoy some time with "the girls"?

Please let me know ASAP so that I can get them scheduled with AC Moore.

Hope to see you soon!

Julie :-)

Beaded Crystal Heart - Wednesday, 9/16 @ 6PM

Time to get back to beading! This week's class is a Beaded Crystal Heart.

Nothing sparkles more than Swarovski crystals! Learn to weave them together into a beautiful 3D (aka puffy) heart pendant. This class isn’t for the beginner. With a little patience you’ll be able to make a piece of jewelry that will be the envy of all of your friends. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.

Supply List:

• 75 4mm crystal bicones (clear beads are NOT recommended)
• small amount of size 10 or 11 seed beads in coordinating color
• beading thread or braided fishing line (8 lb. recommended)
• beading needles (2)
• Thread Heaven or similar thread conditioner
• Necklace to hang pendant on

Tools:

• scissors
• bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

Hope to see you soon!

Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

NO CLASSES SEPT. 2 AND SEPT. 9

Just a reminder that there will be NO CLASSES AT AC MOORE this week or next week (9/2 and 9/9).

AC Moore is currently conducting inventory so both classrooms are unavailable for use.

Hope to see you on the 16th!

If you have any questions between now and then leave a comment or send me an email.

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

Bead Social/UFO Night - Wednesday, 8/26, 6-8:15pm

It's that time of the month again...

Come join the fun at the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night" and bead yourself happy. Just $10!

As one student says "It's cheaper than therapy!"

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

"Bead Social/UFO Night" is usually held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 8:15pm at the AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway.

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $10 + supplies

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

NOTE: If you plan to come to this class, please send me an email or call me so that I have all of the necessary materials to help you.

Illusion Jewelry Class - Wednesday, August 19

Learn how to make jewelry using monofilament and/or beading wire that gives the illusion that the beads are floating. A very elegant look that’s not too hard to make.

Supplies: Assortment of small and medium beads, pearls and/or crystals; monofilament or thin bead stringing wire; findings (crimp beads, clamshells, jump rings, clasp, earwires); Hypo cement (optional); a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

Location: AC Moore, Rockaway

Time: 6:00pm - 8:15pm

Cost: $20 + supplies

Blue Moon Beads Demo - Saturday, Aug. 15, 1:00-3:00pm

Hi Everyone,

I thought I'd let you know that I'll be at AC Moore in Rockaway Saturday giving a demo featuring Blue Moon Beads "Gardener's Necklace".

I'll be there from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Stop by to check out the newly reset Jewelry Making Department and to say hi.

Hope to see you soon!

Happy beading...

Julie :-)

TONIGHT'S CLASS (8/5) CANCELLED

I just called AC Moore and no one has signed up for tonight's class.

I don't think there's going to be a mad rush in the next 3 hours so I decided to cancel.

In the future, if there isn't at least one person pre-registered, class will be cancelled.

If you do plan to attend class but don't want to go to the store to pre-register you can leave a comment here or email me to let me know you'll be coming.

Happy beading!

Julie :-)

Beadfest is Coming!

Hi Everyone,

Have any of you ever been to Beadfest?

http://www.beadfest.com/beadfest/philadelphia.cfm

I have been attending for years. I've never taken a class though. I just go to the Bazaar. It's a great place to see new and unusual beads and beading supplies and talk to fellow beaders.

I may have a few extra free passes for admission so let me know if you're interested. (Local people only - sorry!)

Julie :-)

August 5 - Lacy Anklet or Necklace

It's summer. Time to show off your ankles!!!

Learn a basic netting technique to create a pretty necklace or anklet that is reminiscent of lace. More advanced students will learn how to add additional embellishments. This is a Beginner/Intermediate class.

THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.

(Limit 8 students)

Supplies:

• Size 11 seed beads in 2 - 3 coordinating colors


• medium sized beads for drops/embellishments


• beading thread or braided fishing line


• beading needles


• Thread Heaven or similar thread conditioner


• clasp


• a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

Beading/Jewelry Making Classes for August

Following is a list of upcoming classes at AC Moore Dover/Rockaway. More info and pictures to come...

August 5 – Lacy Anklet (Beg/Int.)
August 12 – Just Beachy! Charm Bracelet (Beg./Int.)
August 19 – Illusion Jewelry Set (Beg.)
August 26 – UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels) New Price $10

September 2 - NO CLASS while AC Moore takes inventory
September 9 - NO CLASS while AC Moore takes inventory

If you have any suggestions for upcoming classes let me know.

Julie :-)

Bead Social/UFO Night - TONIGHT, 7/29 @ 6PM

It's that time of the month again...

Come join the fun at the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night" and bead yourself happy. Just $10!

As one student says "It's cheaper than therapy!"

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

"Bead Social/UFO Night" is usually held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 8:15pm at the AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway.

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $10 + supplies

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

NOTE: If you plan to come to this class, please send me an email or call me so that I have all of the necessary materials to help you.

Say Hi!

Hello everyone out there...

I've noticed from the stats on the page that people have been reading my blog from all over. Why not say "Hi" and let me know how you found me.

Feel free to ask me questions or leave suggestions for future classes.

No class again tonight while I take care of some things at home.

Next Wednesday will be our monthly Bead Social/UFO Night.

Hope to see you soon. Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

NO CLASSES UNTIL JULY 29!

Sorry to say that I have to cancel classes for the next two weeks - 7/15 and 7/22 - due to some personal issues. Both classes will be rescheduled for September.

The next class will be the monthly Bead Social/UFO Night on July 29th.

If that changes I'll post updates here.

Again, sorry for the changes. Please email me if you have any questions before then. Hope to see you soon!

Happy beading.

Julie :-)

Beading/Jewelry Making Classes for July and August

Below is the Beading/Jewelry Making class schedule for July and August at AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway, NJ.

July 1 – Bead Cluster Bracelet or Necklace (Beg/Int)
July 8 – Peyote Stitch Plus: Following Patterns (Intermediate)
July 15 – Altered Art Jewelry (Beg/Int.) MOVED TO SEPTEMBER
July 22 – Memory Wire Cuff Bracelet (Beg/Int.) MOVED TO SEPTEMBER
July 29 – UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels) New Price $10

August 5 – Lacy Anklet (Beg/Int.)
August 12 – Just Beachy! Charm Bracelet (Beg./Int.)
August 19 – Illusion Jewelry Set (Beg.)
August 26 – UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels) New Price $10

September 2 - NO CLASS while AC Moore takes inventory
September 9 - NO CLASS while AC Moore takes inventory

If you have any suggestions for upcoming classes let me know.

Julie :-)

July 1 - Bead Cluster Necklace

A cluster of bead dangles in a variety of shapes and sizes hanging from the center of the necklace combined with complementary beads on the sides add up to a fabulous piece. This is a combination class where you’ll learn stringing and wire techniques. The dangles are a great way to use up leftover beads or reuse beads from old jewelry.

Supply List:

• Beads in a variety of shapes and sizes for center cluster
• Small to medium beads for remainder of necklace
• Head pins
• Bead stringing material (i.e. Beadalon)
• Crimps beads or tubes
• Clasp

Tools:

• Wire cutters
• Round nose pliers
• Crimping pliers
• Bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

Class runs from 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Hope to see you there!

Julie :-)

UFO Night/Bead Social - TONIGHT

It's that time of the month again...

Come join the fun at the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night" and bead yourself happy. Just $10!

As one student says "It's cheaper than therapy!"

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

"Bead Social/UFO Night" is usually held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 8:15pm at the AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway.

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $10 + supplies

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

NOTE: If you plan to come to this class, please send me an email or call me so that I have all of the necessary materials to help you.

CLASS CHANGE for Wednesday, June 10th- Byzantine and Crystal Bracelet NOT Caged Crystals Bracelet

I switched the class for this week from Caged Crystals Bracelet to Byzantine and Crystal Bracelet.

Here are the details...

The Byzantine chain is a great project that has many variations by changing the size and color of the jump rings. In this project we'll be putting crystals or other beads between each 14 ring segment.

Supplies: Jump Rings, Medium to large beads or crystals, Clasp, safety pin or bag tie

Tools: Bent nose pliers, chain nose pliers, bead mat

Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

Beadfest!

It's never too early to start thinking about Beadfest. I've been thinking about it since the day I got home from it last year!!!

This year Beadfest Philly will be held August 19-23.

http://www.beadfest.com/beadfest/philadelphia.cfm

We'll be attending Beadfest on Friday, August 21. So far we have 4 people going on the "beadventure" with us. We may have another seat or two available so let me know if you want to go with us.

Julie :-)

Fireline is on sale again at Dick's Sporting Goods!

It's on sale for $12 a spool. There's a $5 mail-in rebate available bringing the final cost to $7.

AWESOME DEAL!!!

Make sure you get the rebate form ($5 off one spool NOT $8 off two spools) at the store because they are NOT available on the Berkley website. This is a Dick's exclusive rebate.

If you do any bead weaving stitches - right angle weave, peyote, herringbone, brick, spiral stitch - you should go get a spool or two. I use 6lb. test the most. I occasionally use 4lb. and 8lb. test. I prefer the crystal color because you can use a Sharpie marker to color the fishing line to match your beadwork.

Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

Class Suggestions?

I've been trying to come up with some new ideas for upcoming classes. So far I have the schedule submitted through the end of July.

Does anyone have anything specific they want to learn?

Can't make it Wednesday night and would prefer another day/time?

Please let me know ASAP and I'll try to get it worked in to the schedule.

Happy Beading!

Hope to see you soon...

Julie :-)

June 3 – Right Angle Weave Pearl and Crystal Bracelet (Beg./Int.)

Right Angle Weave (RAW) is a popular and versatile stitch. This class will cover both single and double needle flat RAW. This stitch will be used to weave together pearls and crystals (or similar beads) into a beautiful bracelet. Students should be able to complete a bracelet during class. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.

(Limit 8 students)

Supplies: 6mm pearls and round crystals (not bicones) or similar 6mm round beads; beading thread or braided fishing line (i.e. Fireline); beading needles; thread conditioner (i.e. Thread Heaven) (optional); clasp; a bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

Location: AC Moore Dover/Rockaway

Time: 6:00pm - 8:15pm

Hope to see you there!

Julie :-)

p.s. I can't seem to get the image to come up in the post so click on the header and it will take you to a picture.

This Week's AC Moore Coupons...

I thought I'd post a link to this week's AC Moore coupons.

Lots of beady things on sale this week too!

http://www.acmoore.com/images/upload/week%2022%20coupons-a.pdf

Bead Social/UFO Night - TONIGHT 5/27/09

Economy got you down? Don't ignore your beading!

New pricing for "Bead Social/UFO Night". Just $10.

Come join the fun at the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night" 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?

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

"Bead Social/UFO Night" is usually held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 8:15pm at the AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway.

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $10 + supplies

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

If you plan to come to this class, please send me an email or call me so that I have all of the necessary materials to help you.

We're going to try to start up a monthly bead swap. Let me know if you're interested.

Hope to see you soon!

Fireline on Sale!!!

As many of you know, I'm addicted to bead weaving, especially peyote stitch. My beading thread of choice is Fireline fishing line.

I was looking through the ads from the Sunday paper earlier today and noticed that Fireline is on sale again at Dick's Sporting Goods.

It's on sale for $12 a spool. There's a $5 mail-in rebate available bringing the final cost to $7.

AWESOME DEAL!!!

If you do any bead weaving stitches - right angle weave (next Wednesday night's class), peyote, herringbone, brick, spiral stitch - you should go get a spool or two. I use 6lb. test the most. I occasionally use 4lb. and 8lb. test also. I prefer the crystal color because you can use a Sharpie marker to color the fishing line to match your beadwork.

Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

Upcoming Classes at AC Moore - Dover/Rockaway

Here's a quick list of upcoming classes I'll be teaching at AC Moore Dover/Rockaway.

May 27 – UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels)
June 3 – Right Angle Weave Pearl and Crystal Bracelet (Beg/Int)
June 10 – Caged Crystals Chain Maille Bracelet (Beg/Int)
June 17 – Unisex Macramé Bracelet (Beg/Int)
June 24 – UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels)
July 1 – Bead Cluster Necklace (Beg/Int)
July 8 – Peyote Stitch Plus: Following Patterns (Intermediate)
July 15 – Altered Art Jewelry (Beg/Int.)
July 22 – Memory Wire Cuff Bracelet (Beg/Int.)
July 29 – UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels)

More info to come...

Seeds of Change Necklace - Wednesday, May 20 - 6:00-8:15pm

A great beginner or intermediate class. You'll learn (and practice) crimping when you string several strands of different colors and/or sizes of seed beads to create a unique interchangeable necklace to coordinate with every outfit. Don’t forget to bring a pendant! How to use a bead spinner will also be shown. This class is suitable for children 12 and older and adults.

(Limit 8 students)

Supplies: seed beads in assorted colors/sizes; beading wire (i.e. Beadalon); crimp beads or tubes (recommended); split rings; 2 medium/large lobster claws; clasp; pendant (optional); a bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

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 but feel free to bring your own. Students must be able to perform close detail work – don’t forget your glasses and/or magnifying glass!

Wednesday, May 13 - CLASS CANCELED

Hi Everyone,

No one has signed up for class yet tonight so I decided to cancel class.

See you next week for "Seeds of Change".

Happy Beading!

Julie :-)

Puffy Crystal Heart - Wednesday, May 6, 6pm-8:15pm

Nothing sparkles more than Swarovski crystals! Learn to weave them together into a beautiful 3D (aka puffy) heart pendant. This class isn’t for the beginner. With a little patience you’ll be able to make a piece of jewelry that will be the envy of all of your friends. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.

Supply List:

• 75 4mm crystal bicones (clear beads are NOT recommended)
• small amount of size 10 or 11 seed beads in coordinating color
• beading thread or braided fishing line (8 lb. recommended)
• beading needles (2)
• Thread Heaven or similar thread conditioner
• Necklace to hang pendant on

Tools:

• scissors
• bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

Bead Social/UFO Night - Wednesday, 4/29

Economy got you down? Don't ignore your beading!

New pricing for "Bead Social/UFO Night". Just $10.

Come join the fun at the monthly "Bead Social/UFO Night" 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?

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

"Bead Social/UFO Night" is usually held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 8:15pm at the AC Moore in Dover/Rockaway. The next one will be held tomorrow night, April 29.

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $10 + supplies

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

If you plan to come to this class, please send me an email or call me so that I have all of the necessary materials to help you.

If enough people are interested we're going to try to start up a monthly bead swap.

Hope to see you soon!

Triple Strand Bracelet - 4/22/09 6:00pm-8:15pm

Sorry for the missing posts for the last few classes. I've been writing entries but forgot to "post" them.

Here's the info for tonight's Triple Strand Bracelet class...

This is a beginner beading class where you will learn basic bead stringing and finishing techniques to create a triple strand bracelet. More advanced students will learn more complex multi-strand techniques. This class is suitable for children 12 and older and adults.

Supply List:

• assorted beads and spacers
• beading wire (ie. Beadalon)
• crimp beads or tubes (recommended)
• 3-hole clasp or multi-strand connector and clasp of choice

Tools:

• wire cutters
• crimping pliers
• bead board and/or bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

Hope to see you soon! Leave a comment or email me if you have any questions.

Embellished Peyote Stitch Spring Garden Bracelet - April 1 & 8

Don’t necessarily have a green thumb? Bead your own garden! You’ll never have to worry about forgetting to water it or drought.

Peyote stitch is probably the most popular beading stitch - but not always the easiest to learn! Through trial and error I've come up with a method I think everyone will be able to get the hang of. This class will cover basic even count peyote stitch. Students will make a basic peyote strip to be used as the bracelet base during Part 1 of this class and add the clasp and garden embellishments in the next class. Some work at home may be required. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.

Supply List:

• Size 6 or 8 seed beads or cube beads (for basic bracelet – Part 1)
• assorted beads, buttons, etc. for embellishments (to be used in Part 2 of the class)
• beading thread or braided fishing line
• beading needles
• Thread Heaven or similar thread conditioner
• clasp of your choice or fancy button

Tools:

• scissors
• bead mat (recommended but not necessary)

You DO NOT have to make a garden themed bracelet. Use embellishment techniques to create your own one-of-a-kind, uniquely YOU bracelet.

THIS CLASS WILL BE LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS SO SIGN UP EARLY!

Happy Beading!

Beading/Jewelry Making Classes at AC Moore - April Schedule

Hi Everyone,

This year is just flying by isn't it?

We're going to start off April with two classes that will surely get you in the Spring spirit.

April 1 - Peyote Stitch Spring Garden Bracelet Part 1 (Beginner/Intermediate)
April 8 - Peyote Stitch Spring Garden Bracelet Part 2 (Beginner/Intermediate)
April 15 - Earring Wardrobe (Beginner/Intermediate)
April 22 - Triple Strand Bracelet (Beginner/Intermediate)
April 29 - UFO Night/Bead Social (All levels)

Hope to see you soon. If you have any questions or suggestions for upcoming classes please email me at JewelrybyJules @ gmail.com.

Happy Beading!

March 25 - UFO Night/Bead Social

March is coming to an end so it's that time of month again!!!

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

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings

Cost: $15 + supplies

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

If you plan to come to class tonight please send me an email or call me so that I have all of the necessary materials to help you.

Happy Spring!

Wow, can you believe it? It's Spring already. After the mini blizzard Friday morning it's time for the flowers to start blooming and the trees to start budding.

We'll have lots of Spring projects coming up in the next few weeks so check back for descriptions, supply lists and pictures.

If you have ANY suggestions for upcoming classes please send them to me.

Happy beading! Hope to see you soon...

March 18 – Beaded Watch Band (Beginner/Intermediate)

Trade in that boring watch band for something that conveniently and affordably coordinates with your outfit or your mood. Bands can be made with elastic or beading wire and clasp. It’s up to you! Watch band does not need to be made interchangeable.

Supplies:

• Watch face
• assorted beads and spacers
• bead stringing wire (ie: Beadalon) or stretch magic
• clasp
• crimps
• 2 lobster claws for interchangeable bands
• a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Place: AC Moore Dover/Rockaway

Hope to see you there!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day!

More Wire Work - March 10 - 6:00pm-8:30pm

Get a refresher on basic wire wrapping skills and learn new techniques to make your own jump rings, pendant bails, charms, clasps and other findings. Working with jigs will also be covered.

This is a beginner/intermediate class. Some prior wire work experience is helpful but not necessary.

Supplies: Assortment of beads, various gauge wire, jump ring tool (optional), wire jig (optional), a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

If you have a project in mind, please let me know before class so that I bring all of the necessary supplies and tools.

Brick Stitch Earrings (Beginner/Intermediate)

Learn basic brick stitch bead weaving techniques to create an elegant pair of earrings. Once you get the brick stitch base done you’ll learn how to embellish them with fringe created with bugle, seed and/or drop beads. Graphing your own patterns will also be shown. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.
(Limit 8 students)

Supplies: Size 8 or 10 seed beads (for base of earring), assorted bugle, seed and other beads (for fringe), beading thread or braided fishing line, Thread Heaven or similar thread conditioner, beading needles, earring findings, a bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

DON'T FORGET TO ASK FOR THE SUPPLY LIST FROM CUSTOMER SERVICE WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR CLASS. THIS SHEET ENTITLES YOU TO A 10% DISCOUNT ON CLASS SUPPLIES.

Beading/Jewelry Making Classes for March

Following are the Beading/Jewelry Making classes being taught at the Dover/Rockaway AC Moore in March.

All classes are on Wednesday nights from 6:00pm - 8:30pm.

March 4 - Brick Stitch Earrings (Beg./Int.)
March 11 - More Wire Work (Beg./Int.)
March 18 - Beaded Watch Band (Beg./Int.)
March 25 - Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)

If you have any questions or suggestions for future classes let me know.

Hope to see you soon!

Happy Beading!

UFO Night/Bead Social - TONIGHT!

It's that time of month again!!!

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

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings

Cost: $15 + supplies

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

I might even bake some brownies for tonight! Hope to see you soon.

Spiral Stitch Bracelet/Necklace - Wednesday, 2/18

Oops! I just realized I forgot to "publish" this post. Sorry for the delay...

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, but complimentary, colors of size 6 or 8 seed beads, beading thread or braided fishing line, beading needles, findings (clasp, bead tips/clamshell tips), a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

Beading/Jewelry Making Class - Wire Wrapping Basics - Wednesday, February 11

Learn the two round wire methods – basic loop and wire wrapped loop - that are used to connect beads in a chain link manner. These techniques can be used over and over in almost any piece of jewelry you wish to make. Students will make a beautiful bracelet or necklace, and maybe even some earrings!
(Limit 8 students)

Supplies: Assortment of small, medium and large beads, spacers, jewelry wire, clasp, earring findings

Cost: $20 + supplies

Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: AC Moore Dover/Rockaway

February 4th Class – Tassel Necklace

Tassels aren’t just for graduation anymore! Learn basic jewelry making techniques to create a fashionable tassel necklace. Quick stringing methods and tassel variations will also be shown. Make matching earrings if time permits.
(Limit 8 students)

Supplies: Seed beads, larger focal bead, beading wire or beading thread and beading needles, clasp, crimp beads, bead cones (optional), a bead board or bead mat is also recommended

Cost: $20 + supplies

February Beading/Jewelry Making Classes at AC Moore Dover/Rockaway

The theme for this year's classes is "Looking Fine in 2009"!

Keep up with the latest jewelry trends at a fraction of the cost by taking Beading/Jewelry Making classes at AC Moore.

Learn stringing, wire work and stitch techniques that will help you recreate jewelry similar to what you see in the store. Since these pieces will be hand made you get the satisfaction of knowing each piece is one of a kind. Not only do you go home with a new piece, or pieces, of jewelry after class, you'll also make some new friends.

Classes are every Wednesday night and one or more Saturdays per month.

Following are the classes for February:

February 4 – Tassel Necklace (Beginner/Intermediate)
February 7 – Valentine Themed Charm Bracelet (Beginner/Intermediate)
February 11 – Wire Wrapping Basics (Beginner)
February 18 – Spiral Stitch Bracelet (Beginner/Intermediate)
February 25 – Bead Social/UFO Night (All Levels)

If you have any questions or suggestions for future classes let me know.

Hope to see you soon! Happy Beading!

Bead Social/UFO Night RESCHEDULED TO FRIDAY 1/30

Due to the weather this week's class has been changed to Friday...

It's that time of month again!!!

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

Supplies: Beads, stringing material and findings
Cost: $15 + supplies

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

Beading/Jewelry Making Class - Wednesday, January 21

This week's class is Peyote Stitch Beaded Beads and is for Beginner/Intermediate beaders.

Peyote stitch is probably the most popular beading stitch - but not always the easiest to learn! This class will cover basic even count peyote stitch. We will make several small strips that will be made into tube beads. These tubes will be combined with other beads to create earrings, a bracelet or necklace. THIS IS A STITCH CLASS USING NEEDLE AND THREAD.
(Limit 8 students)

Supplies: Several colors of delica or seed beads, coordinating medium to large beads and spacers, beading thread, beading needles, stringing material (ex. Beadalon), findings (ear wires, head pins, clasp, crimps), a bead board or bead mat is also recommended
Cost: $20 + supplies

January Classes at AC Moore Dover/Rockaway

Following are the Beading/Jewelry Making classes being taught at the Dover/Rockaway AC Moore this month. All classes are on Wednesday nights from 6:00pm - 8:30pm.

January 14 - Beaded Jump Ring Jewelry (Beginner/Intermediate)
January 21 - Peyote Stitch Beaded Beads (Beginner/Intermediate)
January 28 - UFO Night/Bead Social (All Levels)

If you have any questions or suggestions for future classes let me know.

Hope to see you soon! Happy Beading!

Looking Fine in 2009!

What a way to "look fine in 2009"!

Keep up with the latest jewelry trends at a fraction of the cost by taking Beading/Jewelry Making classes at AC Moore.

Classes are every Wednesday night and one or more Saturdays per month.

Learn stringing, wire work and stitch techniques that will help you recreate jewelry similar to what you see in the store. Since these pieces will be hand made you get the satisfaction of knowing each piece is one of a kind.

Not only do you go home with a new piece, or pieces, of jewelry after class you'll also make some new friends.

Hope to see you soon!

Happy New Year!

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all had a great holiday season. Can you believe it's January 7th already?

Yet again I've been having computer and internet problems. Sending emails and accessing web pages have been next to impossible. I figured out one of my problems - one of my memory chips on my motherboard got fried. I did a band aid fix for now and hope to have a better fix over the weekend.

Once things are back to normal (Ha! Ha!) I hope to be updating this blog on a weekly basis. If you have any comments/questions please post them or send me an email at JewelrybyJules at aol.com or JewelrybyJules at gmail.com.

Classes for 2009 will be more project based instead of just technique based. I will usually post a picture on this blog or try to send them in an email.

Have a GREAT 2009! Hope to see you soon!