Your spot in any class can be reserved at the shop or by calling Kasie’s Beads at 630-357-8931. Each class begins promptly and meets as a one-time session. Tuition is due at time of registration. Please let us know if you cannot make the class 48 hours in advance for a refund (minus a minimal credit card transaction fee if cc was used). Unless we can fill your spot with another student, your deposit will be forfeited if given less than 48 hour notification. We reserve the same policy for ourselves, if a class does not fill, you will hear from us at least 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
GREAT BEGINNER BASICS:
Basic Stringing 101 (Beginner)
Feb 1: 6:00 - 7:45 pm, Feb. 15: 6:00 - 7:45 pm,
March 8: 6:00 - 7:45 pm, March 22: 6:00 - 7:45 pm.
$30 All Materials Included.
Necklaces, bracelets, anklets… Wondering how to create and finish stunning pieces of jewelry? Learn the basics of stringing beads: choosing appropriate cords, attaching clasps, working with crimping pliers and beads... We will practice together in class and create a bracelet using what we've learned to take home!
Basic Wire Working 101 (Beginner)
Jan. 11: 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Jan. 25: 6:00 - 7:30 pm,
March 1: 6:00 - 7:30 pm.
$25 All Materials Included.
Learn the basic techniques necessary for creating drops and dangles. In this class, we will work with head pins, eye pins and beads to learn how to work the wire into a perfect loop to hang on an earwire. Learn it for the first time, or hone your skills in this great, comprehensive class. Leave with two pairs of earrings and the skills to create many more!
Wire Wrapping (Intermediate)
Feb. 8: 6:00 - 7:30 pm, March 15: 6:00 - 7:30 pm,
$25 All Materials Included.
*Prerequisite: Basic Wire Working.
Take your wire skills a step further explore the basic wrapped coil, linking dangles to chain, and using coils to connect stones in bracelets, necklaces and anklets. What endless possibilities open up with this skill!
Jan. 18: 6:00 - 7:00 pm, Feb. 22: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm,
March 29: 6:00 - 7:00 pm.
$25 All Tools and Materials Included.
Work with silk to learn how to knot between beads! This simple technique will allow you to restring that broken pearl necklace living in your drawer! Make a knotted bracelet and leave with the ability to make more!
Advanced Briolette Wrapping!
Saturdays--Call for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$35 All Materials Included.
*Prerequisite: Intermediate Wire Wrapping (or equivalent wire working skills.)
Wondering how to wrap briolettes and those beautiful side drilled beads? Wonder no more! Work with wire in this class and wrap Swarovski Briolettes into an elegant pair of earrings!
NEW!! Star of India!
Feb. 16: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, March 16: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm.
$40 *Prerequisite: Basic Stringing or equivalent crimping skills.
All Materials Included.
Create a beautiful new pendant of Swarovski Crystal and glass seed beads! It's absolutely gorgeous! Wait until you see it...This is a fabulous new piece!
NEW!! Simply Perfect Rings!
Feb. 9: 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm, March 9: 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm.
$30 All Materials Included.
You will love these rings! They are simply perfect! Perfect for an evening out, jeans, a movie night, Christmas gifts & more! Mix silver or gold with your own splash of color choices! Simply: You will love this class!
NEW!! Kumihimo!
Feb. 2: 6:00 - 7:30 pm, March 2: 6:00 - 7:30 pm.
$40 All Materials Included.
An ancient Japanese art used by Samurai, Kumihimo has burst back on the scene with beads and glitz! Choose a palette of beads to create your 8 strand weave, and make a bracelet with one of many Kumihimo patterns! This class is just the beginning!
NEW!! Peyote Stitch Cuff!
Feb. 6: 1:45 - 4:15 pm, March 27: 10:15 am - 12:45 pm.
$40 All Materials Included.
Learn Peyote with Carla! Together in class, you will begin creating a beautiful bracelet using the basic peyote stitch. Carla will get your creativity flowing and equip you with the skills, knowledge and materials to finish your cuff at home.
Prestige Color Cuff!
Jan 23: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Feb. 20: 1:00 am - 3:00 pm.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Carla Baker.
A sophisticated herringbone patterned cuff...this sleek bracelet is a stunning must have! Grab a friend for this one! It's fun and easy to master!
Glamour Ruffles!
Jan. 23: 1:00 - 4:00 pm, March 27: 1:15 - 4:15 pm.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Carla Baker.
The soft curving pattern of beads gives the edges of this bracelet a hint of ruffles! Choose an array of colors to fit your style! A perfect accessory for fall or your holiday wear!
Margaritta Medallion Bracelet!
*Please call the shop for Scheduling: 630-357-8931.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Carla Baker.
The Czech Glass and Austrian Swarovski Crystal in this Margaritta inspired bracelet circle their way into the most beautiful medallions! The Spanish allure and floral reminisce make it a bracelet that is one of a kind and sure to be a favorite! Classy, Sassy and Stunning...You will love this bracelet!!
Swarovski Tennis Bracelet
Saturdays--Call for Scheduling: 630-357-8931.
$40 All Materials Included.
Every girl needs a Crystal Tennis Bracelet! Make your's thick with Swarovski Shimmer! What a stunning piece!
Handmade Wire Clasps!
*Please call the shop for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$80 Includes all Tools and Material--Hammer, Anvil, Base, Sterling Silver Wire…
Instructor: Sarah de Guia.
*Prerequisite: Wire Wrapping (Intermediate).
Make your own sterling silver clasps in this fantastic class! Explore the properties of working with wire & hammering to create your own unique clasps! This unforgettable class will polish your finishing skills and take you to a new level…make your clasp a handmade one!
The Spiral Rope Bracelet!
Feb. 20: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm.
$40 All Materials Included.
Come learn this fantastic spiral weave! Fun and easy to master, you'll learn the basics using a Gemstone and Swarovski Crystal to accent this beautiful twisting bracelet!
Wire Crochet
*Please call the shop for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$40 All Tools and Materials Included.
Instructor: Nancy Woodcock.
Learn to crochet a spectacular bracelet of beads and wire with no previous crocheting experience needed! Tools, wire, beads: they’re all included in the class…and you’ll leave with enough wire to bring home and create another!
Fabulous Fringe!
*Please call the shop for Scheduling: 630-357-8931.
$57 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Carla Baker.
Make an unforgetable bracelet flowing with color and texture! Nestle beads of all types to created a fabulous fringe of color and sparkle!
Sparkling Crystal Weave
Feb. 6: 10:15-1:15 pm.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Carla Baker
Stunning Sparkle! The Sparkling Crystal Weave is a beautiful cluster bracelet covered in Swarovski Crystal bicones! What a treat! If you haven't learned this fantastic weave yet, don't miss this class!
CHAIN MAILLE CLASSES!
Beginning Chain Maille! (Beginner)
*Please call the shop for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Sarah de Guia.
Jump into Chain Maille with this new beginner class! Create a fantastic pair of earrings and a bracelet while practicing patterns and working with rings to learn the basics! A great class!
Orbitals!
*Please call the shop for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Sarah de Guia.
*Prerequisite: Intro to Chain Maille. (or equivalent basic jump ring skills).
Rings float and spin as if in orbit in this beautiful new sterling bracelet! The light, airy, silver loops are stunning! It's sure to be a favorite!
Queen and Byzantine Chain!
*Please call the shop for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$55 All Materials Included (Sterling Silver).
Instructor: Sarah de Guia.
*Prerequisite: Intro to Chain Maille. (or equivalent basic jump ring skills.)
Byzantine’s beautiful link pattern makes it one of the most popular chains. Using Sterling Silver, we will first learn the Queen’s Chain and then build into the Byzantine! These are elegant chains!
European 4-1 Chain!
*Please call the shop for Scheduling. 630-357-8931.
$40 All Materials Included.
Instructor: Sarah de Guia.
*Prerequisite: Intro to Chain Maille. (or equivalent basic jump ring skills).
Basic European 4-1 Chain Maille dates back to th middle ages! In this class we will weave a beautiful 4-1 textured bracelet that looks great alone or adorned with beads! The 4-1 flower pattern will be explored as well!
Give us a call at the shop to sign up for any of these fantastic classes! 630-357-8931!
