Classes and Quick Clinics

The fine print update:  Starting April 1, 2010 payment will be required at the time of registration for all classes.  A minimum of 48 hour notice is necessary to cancel and apply your class fee.  With a 48 hour cancellation, you will be able to carry your class fee payment over to the next time the class is offered, apply the payment to another class, or pick up project instructions at your convenience.  No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend class after registering.

March 2010 Calendar

April 2010 Calendar

March Quick Clinic

Celtic Knot Earrings (Beginner)
Make yourself a new pair of earrings to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year.  Using sterling silver wire and crystals, you will learn how to create a Celtic Knot link free-hand as well as how to make a plain loop.  Sign up early to reserve your “Celtic Knot Earring Kit.”  Beginners welcome – great intro to wireworking.
Very popular clinic – Kits are available with instructions – Call and order today!
Approximate Materials Cost $10.50 for SS Kit or $14.50 GF Kit

April Quick Clinic

Eggs in One Basket – (Beginner)
Welcome Spring with the quaint birds nest pendant of wire and swarovski pearls.  How fun to create your own little piece of Spring’s beginning.  Can’t you just imagine one done in gunmetal color wire with Robin’s egg blue colored beads?  Call 413-782-0288 to sign up for this quick clinic.
Approximate Materials $16
Saturday, April 3rd 10:30a.m.

Simply Beadiful is continually updating and adding new classes to our schedule. Please check back frequently. Private classes are available at no extra charge if you are unable to make one of our regularly scheduled classes - please call 413-782-0288 for details.

Basic Classes – Learn to make most jewelry in just two classes!


Stringing and Crimping (Beginner)
Learn the basics with an emphasis on the crimping technique. This class is for beginners or those with limited beading experience. You will learn about tools, designing your piece, and leave with a completed African Kazuri bead bracelet. Teens welcome.
Class fee $16 plus materials.
Approx. Material Cost $20
Saturday, March 27th 10:30a.m. (3 spaces left)


Wire wrap Earrings & Pendant on leather cord (Beginner)
Learn the basics of wire wrapping. This class is a must take for all of you out there that wish to start making earrings to go with all of your bracelets and necklaces. We do a lot of practicing in this class.  You will make one pair of earrings from beads of your choice. The pendant/beads you select will hang from a leather cord if desired. We will teach you the basics plain loops, wrapped loops, and how to finish leather cord. Teens welcome.
Class fee $16 plus materials
Approx. Materials Cost $22-$32 plus tax
Saturday, March 27th 1:30p.m. (3 spaces left)

Classes Winter – 2010

Check out our new classes in March and April!


Trailing Vine Bracelet (Beginner)
This bracelet embellishes upon the right angle weave (RAW) technique. The color combinations for this bracelet are endless. Prior work with right angle weave helpful but not necessary. You will work with two sizes of semi-precious stones and seed beads to complete this project.
Class Fee $16
Approx. materials cost $30
Wednesday, March 10th 10:30a.m. (4 spaces available)
Thursday, April 15th 5:45p.m.


Whirled Wire (Intermediate)
Two classes in one.  Combine wire, crystals, and heishi beads to create “Whirled Wire Beads” for this bracelet and also learn to make the toggle to match the beads.  Prior work with wire necessary.  Stringing and crimping knowledge necessary to complete bracelet.  These beads will give you another reason to break out your “Coiling Gizmo” tool.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $32
Thursday, March 11th 5:45p.m. (space available)
Wednesday, March 24th 10:30a.m.


Teardrop “Jiggle” Bracelet – (Beginner/Intermediate)
Put a little “Jiggle” onto your wrist this season.  Combine gorgeous lampwork teardrop beads with jump rings and watch them wiggle and jiggle.  This bracelet is great to wear with sweaters – it can hold it’s own!  Earrings and a necklace would make a great set for gift giving.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $34 and up
Friday, March 12th 1:30p.m.  New colors to choose from!


Waves Bangle Bracelet (Advanced)
This stunning sterling silver and crystal bracelet will stop you in your tracks. Prior work with wire required for this class. Choose from Sterling Silver, Gold Filled, or a combination of the two. Three hour class. Register early to order your wire kit.
Class Fee $35
Approximate Materials Fee $50 for Sterling Silver Wire
Saturday, March 13th 10:30a.m. (2 spaces left)


Tubular Wire Braid – Intermediate
Using Artistic Wire and one knitting needle, learn how to create this fun tube shaped wire bangle bracelet.  Think of how creative you can get with this after you learn the technique.  Knowledge of wrapped loop necessary for this class.
Class Fee $20
Approximate Materials Fee $29
Thursday, March 18th 5:45p.m. (3 spaces left)


Cheerio Bracelet (Beginner – Intermediate)
Combine Czech Glass Cheerio beads with Byzantine Chain Maille technique and you have Cheerio! Previous work with chain maille a plus for this class, but not necessary. This bracelet is comfortable and very versatile. This project works up quick and makes a great gift item! Join us for a helping of Cheerios, (or donuts, or bagels)!
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $18
Thursday, March 18th 5:45p.m. (4 spaces left)


Bead by Bead Bracelet – Beginner
Would you like to learn how to make your own beaded beads?  This class will teach you how.  We will make enough beaded beads in class for you to complete this bracelet.  Also, tips on how to make the beaded beads for the earrings will be discussed in class.  Knowledge of stringing and crimping necessary for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $34
Saturday, March 20th 10:30a.m. (6 spaces left)


Infinity Pendant and Earrings (Beginner)
What a beautiful gift!  Wire spirals, wrapping, hammering, how to graduate sizes, and handmade ear wires – that is what you will learn in this class.  Using only sterling silver to make these simple hoops combined with  a little added finesse makes a beautiful pendant and earring set.  Just add a chain and some gift wrapping and you can cross another gift off your list.
Class Fee $16
Approximate materials fee $24 (includes sterling silver chain)
Saturday, March 20th 1:30p.m. (4 spaces left)


Lampwork Bead Making Class (Beginner) and (The Next Level)-see below
This class is great! What a new appreciation we all received for glass bead artist! Learn the basics for lampwork glass bead making in this 4 1/2 hour class. All supplies included.  Stop in and take a look at the beads I made during both the first and second sessions. Join us for the next session that will be offered at Snow Farm in Williamsburg (field trip). You will be hands on making beads the whole time. Learn about the types of tools and the setup needed for Lampwork Glass Bead Making.
Saturday, April 10th 9:30-2:30 Beginner Class (Sign up early – Class Full)
Class Fee $125 materials included.
Class size is limited to 8 students.
Sunday, March 21st 9:30-2:30 “The Next Level” Class – If you have joined us in the past for a beginners lampwork class, it’s time to step up your knowledge.  Learn how to work with baking soda, stringers, cane work, and how to use silver and powders in your beads.  You will also have the chance to purchase specialty glass colors in this class.
Class Fee $125 materials included.
Class size limited to 8 students.


Family Tree Pendant (Beginner)
This is a classic.  Combine wire with seed beads, chips, crystals and you end up with a beautiful pendant.  Just add chain and what a great gift this would make.
Class Fee $25
Approximate Materials $28
Sunday, March 21st 1:00p.m.


Do the Twist – Intermediate
Have you been wondering about how to twist your own wire???  Well, with the “Do the Twist” bracelet, the secret will be out.  Working with sterling silver and boro lampwork beads, you will create this gorgeous bangle bracelet.  Some wire working knowledge helpful for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $42
Thursday, March 25th 5:45p.m.


Criss Cross Bracelet – Intermediate
This is a dainty, lightweight bracelet that will have them oohing and aahing.  Beautiful color combinations are possible with this detailed bracelet.  Previous work with stringing and crimping necessary for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $28
Thursday, April 1st 5:45p.m.

Spring Fling Ring
“New Class” Spring Fling Ring, Pendant, and Earring Set (Beginner)
What an amazing set!  It has that Yurman look.  Learn to make the ring, pendant, and earrings in this beginner class.  Are you in need of some new pieces to go with that Easter or Spring outfit?  This set will certainly do the trick.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $38
Saturday, April 3rd 1:30p.m.
Elizabeth Ring

“New Class” Elizabeth Ring Kit (Intermediate)
Stunning and Bling-Bling is what I think of when I see this ring.  The kits are available in 6 different colors to choose from and we will show you how to put it together.  (Kits by Beadiful)
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $30
Thursday, April 8th 5:45p.m.


Buttons and Blooms Pendant and Earring Set (Beginner)
This wire pendant and earring set is so much fun.  Great introductory to working with wire for beginners.  Variations abound with this set.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $16
Saturday, April 10th 10:30a.m. (4 spaces left)


Corkscrew Spiral – Intermediate
Learn this fun version of tubular peyote stitch.  Contrasting finish and color beads make this pattern really stand out.  The Corkscrew Spiral makes a fun bracelet.  I can already picture it made into a necklace, too!  Previous work with needle and thread necessary for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $26
Saturday, April 17th 10:30a.m. (4 spaces left)

Crochet with Cord Class (Beginner)
Do you crochet?  Now it’s time to learn how to crochet with beads.  This is a really fun project, and one that can be done in front of the television after you learn the technique.   Crocheting with beads also uses up a lot of those bead orphans we all have.
Class fee $25
Approximate materials fee $20
Sunday, April 18th 1:00p.m. (4 spaces left)

Crystal Slide

“New Class”  Crystal Slide (Beginner)
Do you want to learn how to use the Coiling Gizmo?  The Coiling Gizmo is one fun tool to add to your collection!  In this class you will learn to create this beautiful crystal slide pendant that you can change out to match different outfits.  We will also make two different types of basic wire coils, and a great seed bead coil.  Get ready for coiling fun.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $28 with Tool $40


Change it Up Cuff (Intermediate)
Make a fun, funky, or formal version of this changeable cuff that can be used on the same band. Enjoy a sparkling garden that will encircle your wrist. Knowledge of crimping necessary.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Cost $35
Saturday, April 24th 10:30a.m.


“New Class” Butterfly Chain (Beginner)
Flutter by Butterfly!  I love butterflies!  I love this chain!  What a great Mother’s Day gift!  Swarovski crystals combined with sterling silver findings = one great chain.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $27
Thursday, April 29th 5:45p.m.


Y-Necklace Technique Class – (Beginner)
Use chain, wire, beads, tools, and a little bit of know-how and you will leave this class with one pretty necklace. The class will concentrate on techniques for learning to make figure eight links, y-connector link, plain loops, and the clasp for this necklace. Also, you will learn some helpful tips for working with wire. Great class for experimenting with wire.
Class Fee $25
Approximate Materials Cost $15
Saturday, March 6th 10:30a.m.


Wire Wrap a Focal – Intermediate/Advanced
Beautiful lampwork coins and sterling silver wire make for one gorgeous focal wrapped pendant.  This class requires previous wire work experience.  Learn to wrap focal pieces with sterling and how to twist wire in this class.
Class Fee $25
Approximate Materials Fee $22.50
Saturday, March 6th 10:30a.m.

Be Mine
Be Mine (Beginner)
You will certainly want this beautiful bracelet to “Be Yours”.   Embellish the chain maille base with Swarovski crystals and everyone will want one too!  I’ll even show you a second version of this bracelet! Crimping knowledge helpful, but not necessary for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $42
Sunday, March 7th 1:oop.m.


Fields of Flowers (Advanced)
Enjoy a bouquet of flowers for your wrist. This gorgeous bracelet will have you excited about combining crystals and seed beads. Previous work with needle and thread necessary for this class. Bracelet may need to be completed on your own.
Class Fee $25
Approximate Materials Fee $23-32
Sunday, February 7th 1p.m.


All Coiled Up (Beginner/Intermediate)
The coils are back. Time to break out the coiling gizmo and put it to use! What a fun combination of coils, lampwork, wire, and heishi beads. You will also incorporate your own handmade clasp in this bracelet. Sign up early, class limited to 6.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $33
Tuesday, March 9th 1:00p.m.


Spiral Crystal Bracelet – Beginner
Learn the basic technique for the spiral rope stitch. This easy stitch is a great opportunity to play with texture and color. Create a flexible twisting rope bracelet to suit your taste. This class is a great introductory to working with seed beads, needle and thread.
Class Fee $16
Approx. materials cost $18
Friday, February 12th 1:30p.m.


Orbit Bracelet – (Beginner/Intermediate)
Do you need to brush up on your wrapped loop skills? Well, this is the class for that! We will concentrate on wrapped loops both on top and on the bottom of your beads and create this fun lampwork bracelet you can wear home. Learn oodles of tricks of the trade, too! Previous experience with wrapped loops helpful, but not necessary.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $25
Saturday, February 13th 1:30p.m.


Wrap it Up! (Beginner)
This very popular class is back! Once you learn the basics behind these gorgeous pendants you are going to keep making them. This is a great class for beginner wire work and you can use up all those bead orphans to create these gorgeous one of a kind pendants. Knowledge of wrapped loop helpful for this class.  (Last time offered until late Spring/early Summer)Class Fee $16
Approximate materials $14-22
Friday, February 19th 1:00p.m.


Ruffles – Intermediate/Advanced
It’s finally here….This one has gotten soooo many compliments.  The combination of czech glass pearls and seed beads is so beautiful.  Learn to embellish right angle weave and to make a beautiful beaded button clasp.  If you like the Trailing Vine, this one will amaze!  Previous work with seed beads and right angle weave a must for this class.  Allow 3 hours for this class.
Class Fee $25
Approximate Materials Fee $24
Saturday, February 20th 10:30a.m.


Frame Me (Beginner)
Corral your favorite beads into one framed pendant and a pair of earrings. Find out how fun and creative you can be with freeform weaving.
Class Fee $16
Approximate materials cost $22


Crystal Droplets Holiday Beaded Ornament – (Intermediate)
I know, I know, it’s only just the beginning of November and the holiday items are already out, however, the holidays will be here before you know it and it’s time to start thinking about holiday decorating and gift giving. This sparkling beaded ornament makes a great hostess gift or start your own collection. Just imagine the color combinations you can make….
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $15


Under the Sea (Intermediate)
This funky bracelet has been called a porcupine, a sea anemone, and prickly. We love it and the color combinations are amazing. Join us to learn this entertaining bracelet. Bracelet may need to be completed on your own.
Class Fee $16
Approximate materials fee $16


Nature Calling (Intermediate)
More fun with wire in this adorable bracelet. Choose ladybug, butterfly, hummingbird, bumble bee, spirals, and much more. Which one is calling to you? Some wire work knowledge helpful for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $15


Crystal Flower Bracelet II – Beginner
With a new year comes a remake on an old classic.  The Swarovski Crystal Flower Bracelet has received a stunning new makeover.  This beautiful new version will amaze all of your friends and it still sparkles a lot!  Basic stringing and crimping knowledge necessary for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate materials $27
February 27th 1:30p.m.


Leather 12 Strand Braid – (Beginner)
Come explore the world of leather featuring Carolyn from Greco leather.  Learn how to work with leather, tips and tricks for finishing leather into bracelets and necklaces, and see samples of how to add beads to leather in this all-inclusive class. Class fee and materials include enough leather for you to make the 12 strand bracelet plus leftovers for other necklaces and bracelets.
Class Fee $
Approximate Materials $


Herringbone ‘n Baubles (Intermediate)
Learn flat herringbone technique with this bracelet and finish off with a fun bauble clasp. Colors and patterns are endless for this bracelet. Previous work with needle and thread helpful for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate materials fee $10 and up


Bead Bugs Series: Butterfly (Intermediate)
This is the first in a series of adorable little Bead Bugs made of wire and beads. You will love this and learn about making these beautiful butterflies into wearable pins.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $12-15


Bead Bugs Series: Dragonfly (Intermediate)
Next in this amazing series is the Dragonfly. Easily made into a pin or pendant. Add this adorable dragonfly to your collection.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $15


Bead Bugs Series: Spider (Beginner-Intermediate)
This wire and bead Spider is next in the Bead Bugs Series. This spider can be made into a pin or pendant. Be sure to add this to your collection.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $10


Leather and Ice Necklace – (Beginner) All in One Class
Learn to make this sparkling beaded bead and how to finish leather in this Kit class. Then you can move on to the matching earrings. Many color ways available: Jet and Clear, Light Siam and Mocha, Amethyst and Light Amethyst, Peridot and Aquamarine, Rose and Rosaline, Mocha and Light Colorado Topaz, Sapphire and Lt. Colorado Topaz.
Class Fee and Kit $21.95 (Necklace) Earring Kits just $19.95
Kits available with instructions now in stock.


Box Weave Chain Bracelet (Intermediate)
You will love this introduction to the box weave chain mail technique. You have to see and feel this bracelet for yourself.
Class Fee $35
Approximate Materials Fee $45


Slice of Heaven (Intermediate) All inclusive Class!
Turquoise and Sterling Silver – Is there a prettier combination? Learn to create this gorgeous pendant and then why not try making a coordinating pair of earrings???
Class Fee and Materials $35


Autumn Leaf Pin or Pendant – (Beginner/Intermediate)
Add this beautiful leaf pin to one of your scarves or jackets this fall and you will get tons of compliments. This autumn leaf pin can also be made into a pendant to be worn on chain, leather, or a beaded necklace with your warm new fall sweaters. What a great holiday gift paired up with a new scarf!!!
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $30


Summer Wrap (Beginner)
Beads and wire equal a fun summer bangle set. Make a bangle bracelet, a pendant, and a pair of earrings in this fun and easy class. You will be amazed at how simply you can turn a few beads and wire into wearable, fun jewelry.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $28


Ring Around the Flower (Beginner) All inclusive Class!
Making this flower and wire bracelet will have you thinking of other different ways to use these quick and easy flower beads. This bracelet combines wire working techniques along with a simple chain maille and bead technique.  Kits available in six fun colors for you to choose from – Fire Opal, Sapphire, Amethyst, Blossom Pink, Berry Topaz or Charblue!
Class Fee and Materials Kit $35 plus tax


Crochet with Wire and Beads – (Beginner)
Learn to make a beautiful, but simple crocheted bracelet using wire and a few beads. Previous crochet work helpful for this class.
Class Fee $25
Approximate materials $15-$20


Silver Connection (Intermediate)
Create this sterling silver and semi-precious/crystal bangle bracelet once and you will want do all colors.
Class Fee $16
Approx. materials fee $23

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May Flowers – (Advanced)
Spring has sprung – time to enjoy the beautiful buds to come. Why not make your own bracelet of flowers to carry around with you. No watering necessary! Previous experience with right-angle weave and needlework necessary for this class.
Class Fee $25
Approximate Materials Cost $21


Earth, Wind, and Fire (Beginner)
Make your own Earth Day bracelet. Combine the colors of the earth, wind, and fire in this gorgeous semi-precious and crystal bracelet. Knowledge of crimping technique necessary.
Class fee $16
Approximate materials cost $32


Rainforest Bracelet (Intermediate)
Create a bracelet that encompasses all of the beautiful colors of the rainforest. Previous seed bead and stitching experience a plus for this class.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Cost $30


Raindrops (Beginner)
Make a beadiful springtime necklace or a pair of earrings to ward away those April showers. Beginner work with seed beads and the fringe technique will have you on your way to sunny days!
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Cost $22


Parallel Chain (Intermediate)
Take your chain maille knowledge to the next level with this lightweight and stunning sterling silver bracelet.
Class Fee $35
Approximate Materials Cost $30


Pansies and Peonies Bracelet (Beginner)
Spring has sprung and this fun bracelet will be a nice addition to your spring and summer wardrobe. Crystals and metal – a pretty and functional combination.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials $28


Russian Spiral Bracelet Class (Intermediate)
Have fun with this stitch. Once you have learned this basic stitch, be creative with your color/bead combinations. The variation possibilities are endless. If you have enjoyed the Spiral Crystal Bracelet class or Under the Sea, the Russian Spiral will challenge you more.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Cost $20


Duet (Intermediate)
Two classes in one. Learn the beautiful technique of wire Herringbone Weave along with an intro to Chain Maille while creating this bracelet. The herringbone weave creates a “diamond” shape wrapped bead. This technique can be done over almost any kind of bead.
Class Fee $16
Approximate Materials Fee $28


Something Elegant (Advanced)
Create this beautiful Swarovski crystal bracelet with crystal button using a variation of the spiral stitch. Previous work with seed beads necessary.
Class Fee $25 (Class limit 4)
Materials approximately $25


Swarovski Crystal Flower Bracelet (Class Retired – Kits Available)
Learn flat right angle weave using the double strand method. Knowledge of crimping necessary.


Bead Soup to Knots (Class Retired)
This beadiful necklace is a great way to learn about knotting. You will make your own beaded bail for the donut pendant, and you will add your own personal touch to your necklace. This is a great project to use up all those leftover orphaned beads.


Crystal Drops (Class Retired)
Lightweight, sparkly, and has lots of movement. That’s how I would describe this seed bead and crystal combination. Previous work with seed beads and thread a plus for this class.

Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Bangle Bracelet (Intermediate-Class Retired)
The bangle is back!  Create this beautiful bracelet with Sterling Silver wire and your choice of semi-precious rectangle beads. You will work with different gauges and styles of wire while creating this gorgeous piece.  Sign up early and order your wire kit.
Class Fee: $35 plus Materials
Approximate Materials Cost $45 and up

Call us to sign up for classes at 413-782-0288