Wire Wrapping Classes
Fast & Fun Wire Wrapped Rings
Students will create two (2) beautiful wire wrapped rings using a focal bead. They will learn to make the ring base, correctly size the ring, add a bead or button top and then embellish it with wire spirals.
Basic kit included. You may want to bring your own special beads to customize your rings. If you have never made any jewelry before, and are looking for a place to start...this is it! Cost $20.00 Time: 1+ hours |
"Tree of Life" Pendant
In this class students will learn the basics of wire weaving while creating a unique Tree of Life pendant. These trees are embellished with small gemstone beads or seed beads. You won't believe how easy this is! Use birthstone colors to create a Family Tree!
Student to provide these supplies: 28 guage wire and small beads of your choice (4mm or smaller). Circle frame provided by store. TIME: 2 hours Cost: $15.00 |
Freeform Wire Wrapped Stone Pendant
OPEN to ages 8 & up
Ever found a rock on the side of the road that was just so pretty you wanted to wear it? Well, now you can. In about an hour's time, students will learn how to "cage" a rough stone with wire and embellish. Students are welcome to use polished or unpolished rocks. Class includes use of classroom tools and any wire needed to make one pendant. Students will need to bring their own rock. Cost $12.00 TIME: 1+ hour |
Wire 101: Crazy About Pendants
Ever want to buy a pendant bead or centerpiece bead, but didn’t know how to attach it to your necklace?? We’ll take the mystery out of that dilemma by teaching you wire techniques for attaching and/or creating a bail on four different types of pendants each with holes drilled in different areas/angles [top to bottom, tip drilled front to back, tip drilled side to side and a donut pendant]. No previous wire instruction required! Complete kit included.
TIME: 2+ hours Cost - $34.00 |
Wire OD - Wire Charm Cuff
Literally a "overdose" of wire! Great class for those who want to expand their wire skills, this class combines two of our previous classes...Squiggly Wire and Wire Embellishing. We will cover making a caged bead, creating your own charms and clasps, and playing with The Coiling Gizmo. And, as a bonus...we will make our own Jump Rings! Intermediate level, knowledge of basic wire techniques required (wrapped loop, basic loop). Recommend taking one of our 3 basic wire classes before.
Students need to provide: Assorted beads (larger focal beads need to fit 14g wire). If you have them, please bring your tools, hammers, bench blocks, etc. Assorted wire guages provided by store. Cost $30.00 Time: 3+ hours |
Wire 103: Mastering the Wrapped Loop
In this class Ann will be teaching you to master the wrapped loop which is the fundamental technique for many, many jewelry making projects . . . which can include making dangles, linking beads, using necklace cones, etc.... Students will create a necklace or bracelet depending upon which one they choose. Bracelet students will also be taught to create the freeform hook at the end (optional).
Student to provide these supplies: Whatever beads you want. 20 gauge wire color of your choice TIME: 2+ hours Cost: $18.00 |
Class Policies:
All classes that are not on the current schedule are available by appointment.
Minimum of 2 students and 48 hours notice required.
Full payment is required at the time you sign up for a class.
Cancellations: Notify us 24 hours if you need to cancel. We do not refund class fees.
Student may apply the fee to a future class (for up to 6 months) or use that amount on in-store purchases.
Call to schedule a class or reserve your space in a featured workshop already scheduled.
All students get a 15% DISCOUNT on beads and supplies the day of your class!
Discount does not apply to FREE demos or classes.
All classes that are not on the current schedule are available by appointment.
Minimum of 2 students and 48 hours notice required.
Full payment is required at the time you sign up for a class.
Cancellations: Notify us 24 hours if you need to cancel. We do not refund class fees.
Student may apply the fee to a future class (for up to 6 months) or use that amount on in-store purchases.
Call to schedule a class or reserve your space in a featured workshop already scheduled.
All students get a 15% DISCOUNT on beads and supplies the day of your class!
Discount does not apply to FREE demos or classes.
