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The Bead Co. offers a variety of classes from basic to advanced. Basic Beading 1hr Class Most Saturdays from 1:00-2:00 pm $15 ea or 2 for $20 Also available by request. Just call to schedule private lessons & parties. 977-2147
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https://commed.sf.k12.sd.us to register Basic Beading - March 18 5:30-7:30 pm Feb 27 or April 10 2-4 pm Learn the best professional techniques to make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, charms and other beading projects for yourself, as gifts, or to start your new beading business! $16+$9 includes all beads and supplies Call Community Education to register for this class 367-7999 Basic Wire Working - March 4 or April 15 5:30-7:30 pm Learn the best professional techniques to make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, charms and other beading projects for yourself, as gifts, or to start your new beading business! $16+$9 includes all beads and supplies Call Community Education to register for this class 367-7999
Wire Crochet - March 20th 2-5 pm Create a 3-strand wire crochet necklace. $16+$20 (includes wire, beads, crochet hook) Call Community Education to register for this class 367-7999
Silver Fusing April 24th 2-5 pm Learn to melt and fuse silver wire to create interlocking shapes, rings, components and designs. You can complete your projects with techniques in texturing, hammering, polishing and adding beads for color. $16 + $45 (includes fine silver wire and torch) Call Community Education to register for this class 367-7999 CLASS IS FULL - call 605-977-2147 for waiting list ************************** The above are Community Education Classes Visit https://commed.sf.k12.sd.us for full description or call 367-7999 to register for the classes above
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more party and class ideas below other classes we offer on a rotating schedule or for parties, check back or click here to see the Bead Parties page to schedule your own class. Spiral Weave: 6-8pm. $35+beads A Bead Co favorite. Fantastic, relaxing, therapeutic process of spiraling beads. Create bracelets, necklaces & using either delicate and precise or larger and fun various beads. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Basic Soldering: 5:30-8:30pm. $75+supplies Learn how to solder with sterling silver and an inexpensive torch! Make your own simple findings & components. This is a great starting point for more silversmithing. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Floating Necklace: 6-8pm A beautiful, funky way to use simple crimping techniques. This class teaches the basics of designing a two strand necklace using crimp beads to separate the beads. $35+ beads (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Basic Wire: 6-8pm. $30 You will learn to bend, twist, shape, texture and wrap wire. Make earrings, pendants, baubles and home decor with wire, beads and found objects. Students will have much hands-on practice and leave with examples. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Wire & Chain Work: 6-8p $30 In this class you will learn to connect wire links to pieces of chain to add a funky or elegant twist on working with wire. $30 + beads/chain (extra charge if you choose to use sterling) (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Stretch Stitch Cuffs: 6-9pm. $45+beads A great twist on the much loved peyote stitch! This class teaches the even count peyote stitch with stretchy stringing material and colorful square Miyuki glass beads. You can then continue working this technique with different shapes and sizes! (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Beaded Baubles 'Cha-Cha' Bracelets: 6-8 Create a funky charm bracelet with handmade bead baubles! This class teaches basic wire looping technique you can later use to create charms, earrings, pendants! (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Beaded Wire Cuff: 1-3:30 pm. $45+ beads (advanced wire) Learn to bend, shape, texture and form wire into a cuff bracelet. Embellish by adding wire wrapping, beads, stones, metal, etc. This class is a big hit! (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Chandelier Earrings: 6-8pm. $25+ beads Learn how to make endless pairs of simple or dangling earrings! Great for the holidays or special occasions! You will also learn charms and basic wire techniques in this class. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Beaded Ornaments 6-9pm $45+beads Beaded Ornaments make the perfect gift or heirloom. You'll learn bead netting around an ornament. Then you can use the technique to decorate anything from Easter eggs to candle holders, wine bottles and yes, ornaments! (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Gift Ideas 6-8pm $30+beads You'll have plenty of time to make these easy, inexpensive personalized beaded ideas for everyone on your list. Ideas include bookmarks, snowflakes, keychains, charms, window jewels. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Wire Rings 6-8pm. $35+ beads (advanced wire) Learn to make wire rings with beaded accents! We suggest basic wire knowledge for this class. Many different techniques will be introduced to make a ring of any size for every finger. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Belt Buckles and Beadables 6-8pm $45 + (bring or buy beads to glue) Make your own beaded & jeweled belt buckle. We'll help you with the technique and design. You will also get ideas for other beadable items such as wine stoppers, rings, pens, etc. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Glass Hot Fusing: 5:30-9pm. $75 (+ $15 materials fee) Learn how to cut and layer glass. Pieces will then be fused together in a kiln to create jewelry! Make pendants, beads, earrings. Class project = 2-3 pendants (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Glass Cold Fusing: 5:30-8:30pm. $55 (+ $12 materials fee) Learn how to cut and layer glass. Pieces will then be cold fused together to create jewelry! Make pendants, beads, earrings. Class project = 2-3 pendants (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Fine Silver Chain Fusing. 3.5hrs Learn the technique of fusing, shaping, hammering, stamping fine silver wire into chain or components for jewelry. $60 + $20 materials (also optional torch, pliers, hammers, additional silver wire, etc can be purchased at class) Basic Wire 6-8pm. $30 Learn to bend, shape, wrap, twist and form wire to make charms, links, earrings & more! A prerequisite to other wire working classes. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Stretch Stitch Cuffs: 6-9pm. $45+beads A great twist on the much loved peyote stitch! This class teaches the even count peyote stitch with stretchy stringing material and colorful square Miyuki glass beads. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Viking Style Wire Weave : Learn this interesting old world wire weaving pattern. This ancient technique of weaving and drawing wire to strengthen and compact the weave will be mastered while you create a stunning bracelet or necklace of fine silver $45 (+30 materials fee) (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Silk Slide Bracelet: 6-8pm. $30+ accent beads Create an adjustable macrame bracel4et that can be casual or dressy. Add letter beads, semi precious stones or any others to make it your personal, unique creation. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Advanced Wire Work: 1:30-3:30pm. $30 Take wire working to the next level. Make decorative elements, rings, cuffs and more. This class is great for anyone who enjoys working with wire and loves to be creative. We suggest Basic Wire class or knowledge as a prerequisite. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Figure 8 Bracelet: 6-8pm. $30 A woven beaded beauty. This bracelet adds a fun twist to basic stringing. We recommend basic stringing or crimping class or knowledge as a prerequisite. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Hammered Wire Jewelry: 6-8pm. $45+beads Learn how to hammer and texture wire! Use as focal points or accents and connections in your designs. This adds an eclectic and professional element to your work and lets you take out your frustrations with a hammer! (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Holiday Bracelet (pearl weave): 6-9pm $45+ beads An elegant expressive or fashionably funky woven bracelet. In three easy steps, this deceptive technique is an easy eye-catcher to master quickly. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Mother's Bracelet: 1-3pm $25+beads Learn basic stringing and crimping to create a beautiful 'Mother's Bracelet' or 'Someone Special' bracelet with birthstones and/or name(s). We will provide instruction and stringing materials, you pick the beads! $25 + beads. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Wire Rings: 6-8p (Advanced Wire) learn to make rings with beaded accents! We suggest basic wire knowledge for this class. many different techniques will be introduced to make a ring any size for any finger! $30 + beads (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Woven Word /Silk Slide Bracelet 6-8pm $30 Create an adjustable silk macrame bracelet. It can be casual or dressy, have letter or other beads and can be made with various stringing materials. $30+ accent beads (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Stretch Stitch Cuffs: 6-9pm. $45+beads A great twist on the much loved peyote stitch! This class teaches the even count peyote stitch with stretchy stringing material and colorful square Miyuki glass beads. You can then continue working this technique with different shapes and sizes! (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Basic Wire: 6-8pm. $30 You will learn to bend, twist, shape, texture and wrap wire. Make earrings, pendants, baubles and home decor with wire, beads and found objects. Students will have much hands-on practice and leave with examples. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Garden Bangle: 6-8pm A great twist on the much loved peyote stitch! This class teaches the even count peyote stitch with stretchy stringing material and colorful square Miyuki glass beads. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Hammered Wire Jewelry: July 5th 6-8pm Learn to hammer & texture wire forms and shapes to use as focal points or components in your jewelry design. This adds a professional, sophisticated, eclectic and impressive element to your work. $45+ accent beads (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Leather Wrap: July 18, 6-8p Learn to bend, wrap and texturize wire onto leather cord. Embellish by adding beads, stones, metal, etc. A good class to follow Basic Wire. $30+materials (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Hemp & Macrame Sept.25 6-8pm $25+beads Learn the hemp and macrame basics such as 4 strand knotting in flat or twist styles. Add any beads you wish to make bracelets, necklaces and more. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) PMC/Metal Clay: 5:30-9pm. $75(+ $25 materials fee) Make your own beads and components out of .999 Fine Silver! This class teaches you how to use precious metal clay to form a bead, pendant, etc and then turn the clay into silver with a torch or kiln. (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Playful Pendants: 6-8pm Learn to bend, twist and create beautiful pendants by adding cascading bead drops. $30+ materials (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class) Beaded Watches 1-3pm Design and create beaded watches with permanent or interchangeable beaded bands. Use one watch face for many looks. Dress up your current watch, make great gifts and timeless fashionable pieces.$30+ watch/beads (optional tools, beads, supplies are for sale after class)
other class ideas... Anklets & Sunglass Straps 6-8p, $30 includes supplies. Time for summer projects. We'll make beaded anklets and eyeglass/sunglass straps just in time for the season. Beaded Beads Figure 8 Weave Stretch Cube Cuff Bracelet 'Connections' Class $30.00 1hr. Basic Earrings $15 Chain Maille $45.oo Holiday Pearl Weave Bracelet $45 +beads Basic Wire $30.oo Advanced Wire $35.oo
Didnt see what you want? Call us and schedule your own class. Details here. More Basic Wire & Basic Beading Classes Available through Community Education at www.sf.k12.sd.us/commed Click here for class schedule. If you'd like a schedule mailed to you, please call or click here. Schedule your own Class or Party! For Details Click Here! See our instructional page if you are a self-starter who just can't wait! (You can learn almost anything on line for free! Just start searching!) Reserve your class seat at 605-977-2147 Please have your credit card handy to guarantee your seat. SIGN UP A non-refundable payment is required to guarantee your spot in a class. * Reserve your spot with your credit card by phone (605-977-2147) or stop by the store at 319 S Phillips. They fill quickly! If they fill this time, don't worry. We'll have more! *the fine print: *Note* most classes include use of our equipment, supplies & specific beads. Some classes do require an additional materials fee as listed. If you wish, you may purchase any tools, special beads or supplies at a discount the night of class. A nonrefundable payment is required to reserve your seat. Once you schedule a class, the seat is yours. We limit classes to 5-6 seats so that all students get proper attention and must accommodate for instructors', employees', supply & equipment fees. It's the only way to be fair to all who wish to take the classes. The following is our refund policy for those 'just in case' circumstances. Students under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for understanding. You are always welcome to have someone else take your seat. We can issue a refund in the form of merchandise credit only in the following amount and circumstance: 48 hours prior, a merchandise certificate will be issued minus a 20% administrative fee. Less than 24hr.s = no refund can be given
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