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Friday, February 8th, 10:30 to 3:00 pm Class: Freeform Peyote Bracelet Instructor: Patty Strong Imagine making a bracelet where you can't make a design mistake! Well, this bracelet is made using the peyote stitch as the foundation, and then you will learn how to build on top of this in any way that your creative juices take you. The bracelet can take on any form and shape depending on the sizes and shapes of the beads you choose to use. The bracelet becomes a canvas of your design style. And there will never be another one even close to being similar to yours. Previous experience with peyote stitch is not necessary. Fee: $40 per person. Lunch is included in the cost. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance reg- istration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Domino Wire Art Necklace Instructor: Linda Moore Let the wire inspire you. Create a one of a kind necklace that will amaze your friends when they find out it is actually artwork you created on a domino! You will learn a unique watercolor effect to enhance your stamped domino. You may choose from over 20 rubber stamp images. We will take a break for lunch (lunch provided by Mountain Beadworks) and you will have time to purchase 7 beads needed for wire wrapping. Then you will learn a technique for wire wrap and to add wire art to complete yournecklace. Fee: $65.00 per person, includes lunch. Students will need to purchase 7 beads for their necklace but all other materials will be provided. Lunch is included in the cost. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Natural Expression Bracelet Instructor: Patty Strong This class is ideal for beginners or those who are experienced beaders. This project is very fun to create and very fun to wear. The theme of flowers and leaves can be modified another time to be shells and pearls, or.... the creative options are endless. Fee: $40 per person. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Lotsa Knots: Knotting Between Pearls and Stones Instructor: Patty Strong Knotting between pearls and semi-precious stones has been done for many, many years as a way to protect the pieces from rubbing and breaking. Many beaders do not know how to knot or do not know how to do it well. Come learn the art of "pearl knotting" to protect your precious beads and to enhance their beauty. Fee: $20 per person. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.) Saturday, March 1, 9:00 to 3:30pm Class: Precious Metal Clay (Beginner Class) Instructor: Patty Strong If you have ever wanted to make your own jewelry components out of silver, then this class is for you. Precious Metal Clay (PMC) is a clay-like substance that combines very tiny particles of pure silver, with water and an organic binder. It can be molded, stamped, carved, etched, and a variety of materials can be added to it (glass, stones, etc.) After it is fired in our kiln, the result is a piece of .999 fine silver. In this class you will create several pieces of fine silver jewelry using PMC Plus, and texture plates and stamps. Fee: $95/person includes 18 grams of silver clay and the use of all tools and the kiln. Lunch included. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Garden Gate Bracelet Instructor: Patty Strong This dreamy bracelet is constructed with beads, silver wire, and pieces found at your local hardware store! This project incorporates some simple-to-learn wire-working techniques, combined with your creative juices, to construct a bracelet that will make you feel like you are wearing a piece of your garden on your wrist. No thorns or stickers in this project; just pure creative fun. Fee: $45 per person. Lunch is included in the cost. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Hammered Wire Bracelet Instructor: Patty Strong Sterling silver wire will frame your choice of pearls, crystals or stones to adorn your wrist in an oh-so classy way. For even more design options, you can incorporate "slider beads" into your creation. This is a great class to begin discovering the fun and creative options of working with silver wire. This is a great class for people interested in learning clever techniques with sterling wire. Fee: $35 per person. Lunch is included in the cost. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Fun With Wire Instructor: Ron Hill In this class you will work primarily with “single wire” designs and techniques such as single- and multiple-bead rings, earrings, bracelets and chains (link by link). You will learn how to twirl, shape and form wire to give it more character and life as you form beautiful wire jewelry pieces. Fee: $65 per person. Lunch is included in the cost. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Three Dimensional Crystal Cross Instructor: Patty Strong Just in time for Easter, you will learn how to make a three dimensional cross made out of Swarovski crystals. This project uses two layers of crystals that are woven together. The entire project is created using the right angle weave. Use your crystal cross as a piece of jewelry, or as a charm for your purse or cell phone. Fee: $25 per person. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of the class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.)
Class: Flower Power Bracelet Instructor: Patty Strong Use Swarovski Crystals in an elegant variation of the right angle weave to create a row of flowers for your wrist. This version is a fun, 2-layer project that will stimulate your creativity and elicit oodles of flattering comments. Fee: $35 per person. Lunch is included in the cost. Discount on all materials and supplies purchased on the day of the class. Advance registration is required and seating is limited. (Please see cancellation policy below.) |
Mountain Beadworks and the California Wolf Center have partnered to offer unique opportunities to Scouts, youth groups, home schooled students and other groups, large and small, to enjoy an inspiring day of education, creativity and fresh air. This two-part field trip offers groups of up to 40 people the opportunity to enjoy activities at each place on the same day, since we are only a few miles apart in Julian. It is available most days with advance reservation. The cost starts at $25 per person. Please allow a minimum of 1 ½ hours per activity. Contact information as follows: Mountain Beadworks Patty Strong MountainBeadworks@ sbcglobal.net (760) 765-3100 Or California Wolf Center Melinda Booth Melinda@ CaliforniaWolfCenter.org (760) 765-0030 |
| Unless arranged in advance, all activities are held at: Mountain Beadworks 4470 Highway 78 (just 3 miles west of Julian, in the Wynola business district.) Activities may be held outside, weather permitting. For additional information, call 760-765-3100 |
| We offer indoor and outdoor instruction and activities for individuals, groups and families. |
Looking for something fun, different, relaxing and memorable? We can set up an event for groups of 2 to 200. How about a: Briday Shower Birthday Party Ladies Day Away Family Reunion Classes to earn a Scouting Badge Creative Explorations Corporate Retreat Work Party |
| Check out the Julian Merchants Association or Julian Chamber of Commerce for a listing of other area activities, places to stay or camp, and unique shopping |
| "Swarovski Crystals are a cross between diamonds and candy." Lauri, July 2006 |
| "Beading may be addicting but it is legal and it's not fattening." |
| Cancellation Policy: Class space is confirmed upon receipt of class payment in full. There are no class refunds, unless the class is canceled by Mountain Beadworks. If you need to cancel, please be aware that all classes require a 3-day cancellation notice. If sufficient notice is given, you will receive store credit for the full value of the class fees paid. Canceling a class with less than 3 days notice will result in forfeiture of class fees. |
| The Place to Bead Inspired |
| We will help you complete the jewelry you design. |
| 760-765-3100 |
| 4470 Highway 78 PO Box 759 Julian, CA 92036 Open Thursday thru Monday 10:00 to 5:ish |
