Jewelry Making Classes, Jewelry Classes

Beading 101/ Introduction to Beading and Wirewrapping

Feb 16th, Thursday morning, 9 am - 11 am

Feb 25th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

Mar 1st, Thursday morning, 9 am - 11 am

Mar 15th, Thursday morning, 9 am - 11 am

Mar 17th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

March 30th, Friday morning, 9 am - 11 am

Mar 31st, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

April 13th, Friday morning, 11 am - 1 pm

April 14th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

April 26th, Thursday morning, 11 am - 1 pm

May 2nd, Wed morning, 9 am - 11 am

May 11th,  Friday afternoon, 12 - 2 pm

May 25th, Friday morning, 9 am - 11 am

This class will cover every basic skill you need to learn to make earrings, bracelets, necklaces and more.  No need to take a separate wire wrapping class, we teach it all to you in the same class.  You also receive 20% off on all of your purchases if you choose to pick up new tools, beads and wire.

To register please call 203-304-9264. A $12.50 deposit is required to hold your reservation.

Beginner level

This is an excellent class for beginners or for beaders who need a good refresher on some of the best techniques in the industry.  You will learn to use the hand tools, crimp beads, jewelry wire, crimp cap covers, terminators, spacer bars, attach toggles, learn to do the surgeons  knot for elastic wire pieces and lastly how to wire wrap earrings, all in just one class.

The class fee is $25.00, all materials are included. To make a reservation please call 203-304-9264

or send an email to Lisa@abeadofroses.com. 10 person maximum on this class.

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Miss Susie Wrap Bracelet by A Bead of Roses

Chan Luu Inspired Wrap Bracelets

Feb 14th, Tuesday night 6 pm - 8 pm

Feb 18th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

March 9th, Friday morning, 9 am - 11 am

March 11th, Sunday morning, 10 am - 12 pm Chan Luu Festival $20 per person plus materials

March 20th, Tuesday night, 6 pm - 8 pm

March 23, Friday morning, 9 am- 11 am

Mar 24th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

April 3rd, Tuesday night, 6 pm - 8 pm

April 11th, Wed  night, 6 pm - 8 pm

May 6th, Sunday morning, 10 am - 12 pm

May 17th, Thursday morning, 9 am - 11 am

June 10th, Sunday morning, 10 am - 12 pm

June 12th, Tuesday night, 6 pm - 8 pm

June 21st, Thursday morning 9 am - 11 am

Saturday morning, 9 am - 11 am

If you haven't made a Chan Luu Inspired Bracelet yet, you are missing out on a lot of fun and relaxation.

These bracelets sell for $120-$160 in the magazines, why not make one for a lot less and enjoy spending time in our studio at the same time. It will usually take you about 2 hrs to finish this bracelet. You choose the beads and the leather and we will show you all the designer tips. To sign up please call 203-304-9264, a deposit of $12.50 is required to secure your seat.  Previus beading experience is not required.

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Free Precious Metal Clay Demonstration

February 11th, 2012 from 3 pm to 5 pm.  

Where:  A Bead of Roses

Artist:  Renowned Artist Li-sel Crowley of Art and Soul Gallery

"Precious Metal Clay, also known as PMC, Art Clay Silver, Metal Clay, etc., is made up of particles of precious metal held together with water and an organic binder. After a metal clay object has been fired with a torch or in a kiln, the water is eliminated and the binder is burned away.

What's is left is the pure, precious metal. Originally produced in gold and silver forms, it is now available in copper, bronze and stainless steel.

Metal clay allows you extraordinary creativity because it can be formed into nearly any shape you desire. It can be molded, shaped by hand, cut, extruded via syringe, painted onto a form, and more. It can be embedded with certain natural and synthetic gemstones (either faceted or cabochon stones) and settings can be created for gems and other stones that cannot withstand the heat needed to fire the metal clay and need to be set after firing. No matter what your level of expertise and confidence, you will be amazed at what you can create with this exciting and wonderful medium."  Precious Metal Clay Resource by Lisel

If you have been yearning to try this new medium, don't hesitate to attend this free event on Saturday, February 11th, 3 pm - 5 pm.  Please tell a friend about this event. 

There will also be a 3 hr workshop immediately following from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm.  

To make a reservation call 203-304-9264.

Miss Lady Y-shaped necklace class

Thursday morning, Feb 23rd, 11 am - 1 pm

Sunday afternoon, Feb 26th 12pm - 2 pm

Sunday morning, March 4th, 10 am - 12 pm

Sunday morning, March 18th, 10 am - 12 pm 

Thursday afternoon, March 22nd, 12 - 2 pm

Thursday morning, March 22nd, 11 am - 1 pm

Come on down and learn to make this gorgeous artisan necklace in less than two hours. Pick out the beads that compliment your coloring and use the chain of your liking or just copy our design.

Class fee: $25 per person plus materials ($20 on average). No previous beading experience required.

Tools needed for this class:

Round nose pliers, cutters and chain nose pliers.  Feel free to bring your tools otherwise house tools are provided at no charge. Please call 203-304-9264 to place your deposit of $12.50 to secure your registration.

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A Bead of Roses of Newtown, CT is proud to announce its 3rd annual Bead the Best Jewelry Contest

Date: March 18th, Sunday afternoon

Time: 1 pm - 3 pm

Fee: $30.00 per contestant

It is that time of year again for A Bead of Roses to run our Bead the Best Jewelry Contest.  All contestants will compete for the first, second and third place titles by designing original creations using all of the same beads, findings and components they recieve in a box 1/2 hr before the contest begins. If you like watching"Chopped" on TV, then this is your version of "Chopped" only with jewery design instead of food. 

The rules have been improved over the years to make the experience enjoyable, competitive, less stressful and inspiring all at the same time.  Come on down to compete, watch and/or cheer on your fellow beaders. 

To register please call 203-304-9264, the full fee is required upon registration to secure your seat in the competition. The contest will be limited to the first 20 designers.

No outside findings can be used in the finished piece, all components, findings, beads and spacers must be used. The only thing that does not have to be used fully will be the jewelry wire, headpins and crimp beads.

All designers can use their outside tools.

As always, we encourage all of the competing designers to use their innovative skills to impress the judges.  All contestants will be allowed to view the contents of the box 1/2 hr before the contest begins (staring at 12:30 pm).

A portion of the proceeds benefit The Kennedy Center of Bridgeport, CT.   

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Beaded Lariat Class

Feb 21st, Tues night 6 pm - 8 pm

Mar 3rd,Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

Mar 6th, Tues night 6 pm - 8 pm

Mar 12th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

Come on down and learn how to make one of the most versatile beaded piece of jewelry you could ever make and own.

This charished design can be worn as a: Necklace, Lariat, Bracelet, Belt (yes it will fit!) and even as a tripled stranded necklace.

You pick the colors and the beads that look great on you and we will show you how to create it.

Wire wrapping skills will be trained in this class so if you don't know how to wire wrap, no worries, you will walk out knowing how to do it in your sleep.

$25.00 Class fee plus materials

 (average range from $15-$30 depending on what beads and crystals you choose).

Warm Breeze Necklace Class by A Bead of Roses

February 18th, Saturday night, 6 pm - 8 pm

March 2nd, Friday afternoon, 12 pm - 2 pm

March 8th, Thursday afteroon 12 pm - 2 pm

March 29th, Thurday morning 11 am - 1 pm

April 3rd, Thursday afternoon, 12 - 2 pm

May 13th, Sunday morning, 9 am - 11 am

May 30th, Wed morning, 9 am - 11 am

This whimsical free flowing necklace will delight your fansy every time you wear it. Come on down and make one exactly the or change it up with colors that suit your coloring.  You will be able to finish this design in less than two hours. It is not hard you just have to make the call to register for the class. House tools are provided but if you want to bring your own tools you will need:

Chain nose pliers, cutters, a crimp tool and round nose pliers.

$25 per person plus materials which average $30-$40 depending on what beads and chain you select.

To register please call 203-304-9264, a deposit of $12.50 is required to secure your seat. To sign up for our free newsletter please click on the A Bead of Roses free newsletter link.

Sterling Silver Bangle Class with Metalsmithing Artist Sharon Mahoney at A Bead of Roses in Newtown

February 11th, Sat morning, 8:30 am -11:30am

Sharon Mahoney is back in our studio and has agreed to facilitate a series of metalsmithing classes starting with this bangle and then continuing with a sterling silver hammered ring class on on Feb 11th and then a Sterling Silver ring with a cabachon on March 10th.

If you have been yearning to learn more about working with precious metals using a torch to solder then this is the class for you and this series would guide you in the right direction.

Each class fee is $40 plus materials ($10-$15 depending on the silver market .  We will also be combining this class with the stacking ring class so you can make a bangle and a ring during the class, the cost of materials will be higher of course if you choose to make additional peices.)

To register please call 203-304-9264, a $20 deposit is required to make your reservation.  To register up for our free newsletter please click on the A Bead of Roses Newsletter sign up link.

Metalsmithing Series:  Sterling Silver Ring Class

Mar 10th, Sat morning, 8:30am-11:30 am

Sharon Mahoney is back in our studio. She will be facilitating a sterling silver ring class with a cabochon setting. This is a good follow up class from her Feb 11th Sterling Silver Ring class.

If you have been yearning to learn more about working with precious metals using a torch to solder then this is the class for you.

During this class, Sharon will distill her wisdom related to working with sterling silver and then adding in an extra component of a cabochon.

Class fee: $40 plus materials ($15-$20 depending on the silver market)

To register please call 203-304-9264, a $20 deposit is required to make your reservation.  To register for our free monthly newsletter please click on the the link A Bead of Roses newsletter.

Metalsmithing Series:  Sterling Silver Hammered Ring Class

and Bangle class

Feb 11th, Sat morning, 8:30 am -11:30am

Sharon Mahoney is back in our studio. She will be facilitating a Sterling Silver Hammered Ring class on Feb 11th, during this class you will also have the option to make a sterling silver bangle if you choose. If you have been yearning to learn more about working with precious metals using a torch to solder then this is the class for you. During this class, Sharon will distill her wisdom related to working with sterling silver.

Class fee: $40 plus materials ($10-$15 depending on the silver market and how many peices you choose to design).

To register please call 203-304-9264, a $20 deposit is required to make your reservation.

Kumihimo Braiding Design Classes

Feb 4th, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

Mar 3rd, Sat morning, 9 am - 11 am

The Art of Japanese Braidmaking: Kumihimo

Introducing our newest instructor, Joan Thomas.

After a brief introduction to traditional Kumihimo, you will learn how to make a basic 8 stranded braid using a modern (portable) foam disk.  To start you on your way into the world of braiding, we will make a simple necklace.

Several samples using different fiber media will be provided for additional inspiration!

Class fee is $30 per person plus materials.  Listed below is the material list.

(Please note, we are working on putting together a kit for purchase as soon as all of our  materials arrive.)

• 1 fabric bag weights for the bag foam disk 10 yard coil of rattail (or 2 colors 5 yards of each)
• 2 end-caps
• 1 toggle clasp for bracelet
• Key rings Glue
• Monofiliment string for tying 2 ends
• Other suggestions: Select a few wide opening beads that will fit the black/gray cord Silk thread Coil closures.

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To register for this class please call 203-304-9264, a deposit of $15.00 is required to secure you seat.

Spinning Earring Delight Classes

Feb 24, Friday morning, 10 am - 11 am

February 28th, Tuesday night, 6 pm - 7 pm

 These earrings make such a statement, we just love them.  Another signature design by A Bead of Roses.

Come on down on any of the selected days listed above to easily learn how to assemble these masterpieces in less than 45 minutes.  No previous experience in jewelry design is required.  

Tools: Round nose pliers, cutters and chain nose pliers. All house tools but feel free to bring your own.

Cost: $20 dollars plus material cost ($10 on average)

To make a reservation please call 203-304-9264. A deposit of $10 is required to secure a seat.

Flat Spiral Weaved Bracelet Class

More classes to follow in 2012

This design looks harder than it is, previous beadweaving experience is helpful but not required.

Yes, you will finish this bracelet in three hours.

Please arrive 15 minutes early to pick out your three different colors of beads and crystals  needed to complete the design.

$30 per person plus materials.  You will need:

• (1) 7.5 gram packet of Delica seed beads
• (60) size 4 mm Swarovski Crystals
• (32) 6 mm Swarovski Crystals or 6 mm Round Czech Glass  (these beads need to be round or bicones not rondelles, rondelles will not work)
• Thread Heaven or Bees Wax
• Silamide thread or Fireline
• Size 10 or 12 beading needles
• Scissors
• measuring tape

*You can substitute the crystals with round or faceted beads of the same size and round shape).

Please call 203-304-9264 to make a reservation and to place your required deposit of $15.00.

Previous seed bead weaving exp is preferred but not necessary.

(picture to arrive soon)

Chandelier earring classes: only a $10 class fee plus materials

Feb 9th, Thursday afternoon 12pm - 1 pm

Feb 16th, Friday morning 11 am - 12 pm

April 4th, Friday morning, 11 am - 12 pm

May 1st,  Friday afternoon 12 - 1 pm 

June 8th, Friday morning, 11 am - 12 pm

Our best deal of the year, come on down and in less than an hour you will learn how to wire wrap beads and create fashionable, one-of-a-kind chandelier earrings, in fact you can make a few for yourself of for your friends at this price.

Tools will be provided otherwise feel free to bring your round nose pliers, chain nose pliers and cutters.

To register for this class please call 203-304-9264 and place a $5.00 deposit to reserve your seat. To register for our free newsletter please click on sign me up for A Bead of Roses free newsletter.