Class Calender

BEAD WEAVING

BEAD Boro and Macramé Bracelet

BEAD Crystal Ladder Bracelet

BEAD WEAVING Con't

BEAD Peyote and Braids Bracelet

BEAD Shaggy Spike Bracelet

CROCHET

WIRE

GUEST: LINDA CURRIER

Best Place to Start:

This is not your 60's macramé. This is a very

This is Linda's new creation and it is receiving

Learn and work with peyote to make some

This shaggy bracelet has a feel like no other.

Our specialty and my personal passion is the

cool, large circular macramé bracelet using

lots of attention. It is a very fun look and you

fabulous tubes and then braid them together.

This over the top design includes the specific

THE BASICS

bead weaving. Paula, Linda, Pilar and myself

the current style boro drop beads. Very fun

learn great techniques when making this

BEAD Floral Spiral Bracelet

This is a fun project to learn and practice peyote.

techniques needed to create the flow and

CROCHET Beaded Rope Bracelet*

***WIRE Basic Earring (basic wire wrapping)

BEAD Double Cross Stitch Bracelet

have designed some of our own projects and

and very now!

piece. Be sure to stop in and see Linda's

Another great use for flower and leaf beads.

$40+

09/16/09

WED

1-4 pm

movement you will love in this bracelet.

To take this class you should know how to

see under THE BASICS

If you like the cross stitch bracelet you will

teach some of the great standards. If you

$40+

09/01/09

TUES

9-noon

endless color samples. You will want to make

Make this simple, light and lacey floral bracelet

$40+

10/22/09

THUR

9-noon

$40+

09/08/09

TUES

9-noon

create a simple crochet slip chain. Many

love this. Expand your horizons, or at least the

BEAD Basic Jewelry Construction (Crimping)

WIRE Basic Earring (basic wire wrapping)

don't see what you want to learn, just ask,

$40+

10/21/09

WED

1-4 pm

them all and then some.

in your favorite colors. Add a ladybug and a

$40+

10/12/09

MON

9-noon

people who are crocheters wish to change

WIRE Advanced Earrings

width of this bracelet by making it double the

If you have ever had problems with crimping

This class is a must for anyone starting to

we can most likely teach it.

$40+

08/31/09

MON

6-9 pm

butterfly for your own personal garden.

BEAD Raindrop Bracelet

over to bead crochet. This is harder than you

This class is the next step for anyone who

size. You will want to try this one as it has

or if you are just smashing your crimps with a

work with wire. You will learn to make a

BEAD Circles and Swirls Necklace

$40+

10/05/09

MON

6-9 pm

$40+

09/28/09

MON

1-4 pm

Make this unique bracelet using drop beads in

BEAD Simple Spiral

think. This class is perfect for you to see and

has taken the Basic Earrings and wants to

double the room to embellish.

chain nose pliers you really need to take this

perfect wire wrap and start all your wire

**BEAD Basic Jewelry Construction (Crimping)

This fun necklace is made using four

$40+

10/24/09

SAT

1-4 pm

$40+

10/29/09

THUR

1-4 pm

two sizes. You will make a right angle weave

This is a must know design. It is so versatile in

be able to make that connection. This class is

further their wire working skills. We will

$40+

09/18/09

FRI

9-noon

class. Everything you ever wanted to know

work the proper way. You will design and

and BEAD Mother's Bracelet see under

different Brick Stitch techniques. You will learn

$40+

10/30/09

FRI

1-4 pm

base and embellish the surface. A very fun

it's uses: necklace, bracelet, purse strap, and

requested time and time again for this reason.

complete several different types of wire hook,

about crimping and things you didn't know you

make five pairs of earrings to take home with

THE BASICS

three circle designs and one chain design.

BEAD Crystal Retro Pin

technique.

how it looks with other bead combinations. It is

$60

09/24/09

THUR

5-8 pm 1/2

post and loop earrings as well as some fancy

BEAD Marvel's Moffat Bracelet

didn't know. This class is a must for new

you. You can't learn these proper techniques

The circles are made in different sizes and are

Make this flashy and sparkly pin reminiscent

BEAD Freeform Brick Stitch

$40+

09/03/09

THUR

1-4 pm

perfect for beginners but a need to know for

Con't

10/01/09

THUR

5-7 pm 2/2

head pins. This is an extremely useful class

This is very popular every time Linda teaches it.

beaders and a great review for everyone.

from a magazine.

BEAD Stitch Study: Square Stitch and Netting

attached to each other to create this layered

of the fashion pins worn in the 50's. Very fun

Have you ever wanted to try something totally

$40+

10/20/09

TUES

9-noon

everyone.

for any wireworker. Everything you need is

The bracelet looks like a big wooly caterpillar

$25

09/03/09

THUR

5-6 pm

$35

09/03/09

THUR

6-8 pm

This class is for anyone who wishes to learn

collage look. This project offers an exciting

to make and easy to redesign for your own

different and do a freeform piece? It is hard

$30+

10/05/09

MON

1-3 pm

WIRE Crochet and Fiber Necklace

included in the class fee.

and has a really fun feel and movement to it.

$25

09/05/09

SAT

9-10 am

$35

09/05/09

SAT

10-noon

and share my passion of bead weaving with

way to learn brick stitch for the beginner, but is

personality.

for most people to force themselves to design

BEAD Reversible Triangle Bracelet

$30+

10/28/09

WED

1-3 pm

(prerequisite--Experience in crochet, bead

$35

09/14/09

MON

10-noon

The different color combinations make this very

$25

09/09/09

WED

1-2 pm

$35

09/09/09

WED

2-4 pm

seed beads. We will take a focused look at a

also a great project for the advanced beader.

$40+

08/31/09

MON

1-4 pm

something completely spontaneous. Try it!

Using triangle beads, make this very versatile

knitting and/or wire work.)

$35

10/09/09

FRI

5-7 pm

unique each time.

$25

09/15/09

TUES

1-2 pm

$35

09/15/09

TUES

2-4 pm

stitch for several weeks. Each class will stand

$60+

09/15/09

TUES

9-noon 1/2

$40+

09/17/09

THUR

1-4 pm

$40+

09/02/09

WED

1-4 pm

and reversible bracelet. You will be able to

BEAD Stepped Up Herringbone Bracelet

Create a multi-strand necklace using craft wire,

$40+

09/18/09

FRI

1-4 pm

$25

09/19/09

SAT

9-10 am

$35

09/19/09

SAT

10-noon

on its own so you will not need to have taken

Con't

09/22/09

TUES

9-noon 2/2

$40+

10/22/09

THUR

1-4 pm

wear it twice as often.

Make this unique herringbone bracelet using a

fibers and beads of varying size, color and

WIRE 'd Cuff Bracelet

$25

09/24/09

THUR

5-6 pm

$35

09/24/09

THUR

6-8 pm

all the classes to join us. Each class will have

BEAD Crystal Spiral Bracelet

$40+

09/16/09

WED

9-noon

fun step up pattern. This pattern created a

shape. Each strand will be crocheted using

Learn this very unique design with a very fun

WIRE Pin

$25

09/29/09

TUES

9-10 am

$35

09/29/09

TUES

10-noon

a material list and you will need to be ready

BEAD Cross Stitch Bracelet

Learn this fabulously versatile spiral-rope

BEAD Herringbone Bracelet

$40+

10/01/09

THUR

9-noon

great large flat space perfect for attaching a

chain stitch to incorporate beads which have

squared or curvy look. Shape a base with wire

You have seen her wire cuffs, now try some-

$25

10/03/09

SAT

9-10 am

$35

10/03/09

SAT

10-noon

right when we start at 6:00 pm. At $10.00

This is a very popular class with many of our

slipover bracelet. Swarovski crystals add a

This stitch is an African weaving technique

favorite lampwork bead, a charm, or a watch

been strung onto the wire. Necklaces will be

and embellish with fine wire and beads.

thing different with the wire pin. Come take

$25

10/05/09

MON

5-6 pm

$35

10/05/09

MON

6-8 pm

this class is the best deal in town.

employees and customers alike. It works up

touch of elegance to a simple and fun

also known as Ndebele. It works up very fast

**NEW** BEAD Right Angle Weave Necklace

face. The unique beads used give it a special

finished with a clasp and other decorative

$40+

10/06/09

TUES

9-noon

wire working form the master.

$25

10/10/09

SAT

9-10 am

$35

10/10/09

SAT

10-noon

$10+

08/31/09

MON

6-8 pm

very easy and fast and has a beautiful and

technique.

because you add two beads on every stitch.

Many people struggle with Right Angle Weave

texture and look. This class offers a great

features, such a cones and decorative beads.

$40+

10/27/09

TUES

1-4 pm

$40+

09/18/09

FRI

5-8 pm

$25

10/14/09

WED

1-2 pm

$35

10/14/09

WED

2-4 pm

$10+

09/14/09

MON

6-8 pm

elegant look. This is a must for every beader.

$30+

10/08/09

THUR

10-noon

This has a uniquely textured surface that can

and Pilar has come up with a fun but very easy

way to use herringbone stitch in a different look.

Stringing is required prior to class. MT

$25

10/20/09

TUES

5-6 pm

$35

10/20/09

TUES

6-8 pm

$10+

09/28/09

MON

6-8 pm

$40+

09/04/09

FRI

1-4 pm

$30+

10/28/09

WED

10-noon

be dressed up or down depending on the

project to help you learn this very versatile stitch.

$40+

09/29/09

TUES

1-4 pm

$40+

09/17/09

THUR

5-8 pm

WIRE Fun and Funky Charm Bracelet

BEAD Free Form Peyote Bracelet

$25

10/24/09

SAT

9-10 am

$35

10/24/09

SAT

10-noon

$10+

10/12/09

MON

6-8 pm

$40+

10/09/09

FRI

1-4 pm

main accent beads you use.

Choose whatever beads and crystals you want

$40+

10/26/09

MON

1-4 pm

$40+

09/29/09

TUES

5-8 pm

Take your wire working to the next step. If you

Free form can be difficult for anyone. If you

$25

10/29/09

THUR

5-6 pm

$35

10/29/09

THUR

6-8 pm

$10+

10/26/09

MON

6-8 pm

$40+

10/13/09

TUES

9-noon

BEAD Crystal Squares Bracelet

$40+

09/03/09

THUR

9-noon

and make a simple necklace to compliment them.

have taken Basic Earrings, this is the next level.

have struggled with this or you just want to try

This wonderful unique design of Paula's uses

$40+

09/28/09

MON

9-noon

Enjoy this new project with one of our popular

BEAD Waves Necklace

GLASS FUSING

You'll learn to make several different types of

free form let Linda help you through it. You can

BEAD Mother's Bracelet

GLASS FUSING: Basics

BEAD and Fiber Necklace

**NEW** BEAD Crystal Corona Pendant

Delicas, hematite tubes and Swarovski

new teachers.

This stitch works up very fast because larger

charms which can be made into a bracelet,

make the most fabulous unique creations using

This is a brand new class for us. We have a

Finally, a great way to combine beads and the

As seen in the Step by Step Beads Magazine,

Crystals. Learn a new stitch with this fun

**NEW** BEAD Lacey Ribbon Bracelet

$40+

09/01/09

TUES

6-9 pm

beads are used and is very easy to learn. You

necklace, or earrings. The class will teach you

this technique. I highly recommend everyone

bracelet or spirit bracelet for yourself or a gift.

new kiln system and all sorts of new glass

fun novelty yarns. It is very easy and so fun.

make one of Pilar's popular starburst pendants

and sophisticated design.

Linda's newest creation! This fabulous

$40+

09/17/09

THUR

5-8 pm

can use it in many ways once you have the

***GLASS FUSING see under THE BASICS

most of the basic wire forming techniques, and

try free form and you will never find a more

We will help you design and finish off your

fusing materials. Learn the basics, make at

Please come early to have us help you select

made of Swarovski crystals. Learn from the

$40+

09/09/09

WED

9-noon

cuff bracelet features square beads and a

$40+

10/20/09

TUES

5-8 pm

technique mastered. Enjoy the wonderful looks

your imagination can do the rest.

patient and willing instructor.

piece. Anyone and any skill level welcome.

least three cabochons, and take them home

fun combinations of yarn and beads. You

designer! This is now being offered as a

$40+

09/12/09

SAT

9-noon

ruffled looking edge. It appears to have ribbons

you can achieve with this pattern.

KNIT

$40+

10/27/09

TUES

9-noon

$40+

09/19/09

SAT

9-noon

Free

09/12/09

SAT

10:30-11:30 am

with you. This has been so much fun and

won't want to just make one. I didn't.

regular project class to include the necklace

$40+

09/22/09

TUES

1-4 pm

of beads running through it. Be one of the first

**NEW** BEAD Rivoli Pendant Necklace

$40+

09/01/09

TUES

6-9 pm

$40+

10/02/09

FRI

1-4 pm

Free

09/26/09

SAT

10:30-11:30 am

all the materials will be available to purchase

$40+

09/18/09

FRI

9-noon

and discussion of earrings as well.

$40+

10/21/09

WED

9-noon

to make, own and wear this creation. Come in

You have seen these Rivoli crystals every-

$40+

09/17/09

THUR

9-noon

WIRE Surprise class

Free

10/31/09

SAT

10:30-11:30 am

so you can make them at home.

$40+

09/30/09

WED

1-4 pm

$40+

09/10/09

THUR

5-8 pm

and see Linda's samples in the store.

where. Pilar has come up with a great new

**KNIT Beginner Basics-see under THE BASICS

*Prerequisite - see descriptions

We are not sure yet but it will probably involve

$40+

09/05/09

SAT

1-4 pm

$40+

10/22/09

THUR

5-8 pm

$40+

10/30/09

FRI

5-8 pm

BEAD Crystal Tennis Bracelet

$40+

09/05/09

SAT

1-4 pm

pendant wrapping a rivoli with seed beads.

BEAD Wrist Garden Bracelet

+ Materials list is available at

wire, maybe glass cabochans and who knows

CROCHET Learn Granny Squares

$40+

09/18/09

FRI

1-4 pm

This design is a classic. Make a fine and

$40+

09/14/09

MON

6-9 pm

You will want to make tons of these for

This bracelet is one of our most popular in the

KNIT Next Step Knitting

registration

what else? Save the date, more info later.

This is a project type class and you will learn

$40+

10/02/09

FRI

5-8 pm

BEAD Beadapiller Bracelet

BEAD Crystal Delight Bracelet

delicate bracelet using Swarovski crystals

$40+

10/03/09

SAT

1-4 pm

yourself and for gifts.

store. Lots and lots of flowers and leaves in a

June will take you further into your knitting skills,

$40+

09/19/09

SAT

1-4 pm

to make a basic granny square. From the

$40+

10/10/09

SAT

1-4 pm

This has always been one of my favorite and

One of our most popular classes. This piece

and be the envy of everyone.

$40+

10/12/09

MON

6-9 pm

$40+

10/02/09

FRI

5-8 pm

heavily embellished rope circles your wrist and

corrections, new stitches, and reading a knitting

techniques learned in this class you will be

$40+

10/23/09

FRI

9-noon

most popular classes. This project makes up

is completely created with Swarovski crystals

$40+

09/01/09

TUES

1-4 pm

$40+

10/10/09

SAT

1-4 pm

attracts many oohs and aahs. This is a very

pattern.

EVENTS

**As always Linda will be happy to schedule

able to make all sorts of great projects. MT

$40+

10/27/09

TUES

5-8 pm

so beautifully and feels so good to wear. It

and works up very fast and easy, so you will

$40+

09/30/09

WED

9-noon

BEAD Lacey Spiral Bracelet

$40+

10/22/09

THUR

5-8 pm

simple stitch and very versatile. Once you learn

$40

10/20/09

TUES

6-7:30 pm 1/2

private tutoring if you don't see what you

40+

10/03/09

SAT

9-noon

also has the added benefit of being very

complete a bracelet in class to wear home

$40+

10/24/09

SAT

9-noon

This bracelet has a delicate lacey look with a

this technique you will want to make many

Con't

10/27/09

TUES

6-7:30 pm 2/2

wanted scheduled.

NEEDLE FELT Basics

versatile for the beads you can use. Use all

that day. You will want to make many color

unique texture. Four different sizes and colors

BEAD Saturn Pendant

theme bracelets.

HISTORIC VALLEY JUNCTION EVENTS

KNIT Beginner Basics

Learn to use roving (raw unspun wool) to

those left over beads.

combinations for yourself and for gifts.

BEAD Embellished Squares Bracelet

of seed beads are used. Fun color combinations

Use any larger bead for the center of this

$40+

08/31/09

MON

9-noon

KNIT & Bead Reversible Br

ANTIQUE JAMBOREE

EVENTS

June has been teaching knitting for over 20

embellish wool purses, scarves, or anything

$50+

10/02/09

FRI

10-noon 1/2

$30+

09/23/09

WED

1-3 pm

Create this wonderful design using both

and textures ore its greatest feature. A fun and

pendant. Large lampwork beads work great.

$40+

10/19/09

MON

1-4 PM

(prerequisite--must be experienced knitters

09/13/09

SUN

8-4 pm

years. It is her passion and it really shows.

you have or make from felt or wool. Use special

Con't

10/09/09

FRI

10-noon 2/2

$30+

10/23/09

FRI

5-7 pm

Swarovski crystals and fire polished beads.

unique project makes a great class for

Take a cue form the colors in the lampwork to

who are able to control tension in knitted items)

ARTSTOP

OPEN STUDIO AT ARTISITC BEAD

If you have ever said I have always wanted to

tools to make all sorts of designs. Very fun and

The texture is great with the different size and

everyone.

design your Saturn ring. A fun and easy way

BUTTONS

Students will use 4 simple stitches in this

09/11/09

FRI

5-9 PM

SAT

all

11-4 pm

learn knitting, this is the place, the time and the

simple for everyone.

BEAD Basic Bead Embroidery

BEAD Crystal Lace Necklace

shape of the beads and the possible colors

$40+

09/04/09

FRI

9-noon

to showcase your lampwork beads.

two-sided reversible bead knitted bracelet.

09/12/09

SAT

11-7 PM

LADIES NIGHT OUT AT ARTISITC BEAD

teacher for you!

$30+

09/24/09

THUR

1-4 pm

Learn the most popular and versatile bead

This project has been so popular for proms,

combinations are fantastic.

$40+

10/12/09

MON

1-4 pm

$40+

09/21/09

MON

1-4 pm

Use metallic threads and fun beads to create

FALL ART MARKET

09/19/09

SAT

5-9 pm

$40

09/08/09

TUES

6-7:30 pm 1/2

$30+

10/29/09

THUR

10-noon

embroidery stitches for quilts, buttons, dolls,

weddings, or any special occasion. It has an

$40+

09/23/09

WED

9-noon

$40+

10/23/09

FRI

1-4 pm

BUTTON Necklace

your vision. This is an easy project for

09/20/09

SUN

11-5 pm

10/10/09

SAT

5-9 pm

Con't

09/15/09

TUES

6-7:30 pm 2/2

clothing, purses, and on and on. Everything

elegant look using Swarovski crystals, but is

$40+

10/08/09

THUR

1-4 pm

BEAD Multi Strand Pyramid Bracelet

This necklace class has a unique style in this

experienced knitters.

GALLERY NIGHT

IOWA BEAD SOCIETY

$40

10/01/09

THUR

6-7:30 pm 1/2

looks better with beads on it.

surprisingly easy to complete.

$40+

10/31/09

SAT

9-noon

This fabulous bracelet uses Brick Stitch ends,

BEAD Saturn Rings Necklace

fun and easy to personalize project. Bring your

$40+

10/08/09

THUR

5-8 pm

10/16/09

FRI

5-9 pm

09/21/09

MON

6:30-8:30 pm

Con't

10/08/09

THUR

6-7:30 pm 2/2

$40+

09/04/09

FRI

5-8 pm

$40+

09/02/09

WED

9-noon

a unique multi-strand technique for the main

This is another great design in the Saturn

own special buttons or select form our large

PUMPKIN PARADE

10/19/09

MON

6:30-8:30 pm

$40+

10/07/09

WED

1-4 pm

$40+

09/14/09

MON

1-4 pm

BEAD Floral Ring

body and a berry clasp. The berry clasp is the

series. This necklace is easy to make but has a

bin of old buttons.

NEEDLE FELTING

10/25/09

SUN

2:00 PM

MARSCHALLTOWN BEAD BASH

$40+

10/30/09

FRI

9-noon

$40+

10/07/09

WED

9-noon

Make this fabulous floral ring using your

single reason many people take this class. It is

very contemporary look . You will look for any

$40+

10/05/09

MON

9-noon

QUILT WALK

09/25/09

FRI

$40+

10/10/09

SAT

9-noon

favorite flower and leaf beads and a simple

very versatile for all kinds of stitching.

types of rings to use after you learn this

$40+

10/30/09

FRI

5-8 pm

10/28/09

WED

10-5 pm

09/26/09

SAT

peyote base.

$40+

09/18/09

FRI

5-8 pm

pattern.

***NEDDLE FELTING see under THE BASICS

10/29/09

THUR

10-8 pm

TREASURES DES MOINES AREA BEAD EXPO

*Prerequisite - see descriptions

$40+

09/24/09

THUR

9-noon

$40+

10/08/09

THUR

5-8 pm

$40+

09/08/09

TUES

1-4 pm

*Prerequisite - see descriptions

10/30/09

FRI

10-5 pm

10/16/09

FRI

+ Materials list is available at

$40+

10/13/09

TUES

1-4 pm

$40+

10/01/09

THUR

1-4 pm

+ Materials list is available at

10/31/09

SAT

10-5 pm

10/17/09

SAT

registration

$40+

10/26/09

MON

9-noon

registration