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Bead Embroidered Cabochon

Monday, December 14th, 2009
February 6, 2010
10:30 amto12:30 pm

Bead Embroidered Cab


Learn basic bead embroidery skills, how to bead around a cabochon and the essential finishing techniques needed for completing a professional looking piece of jewelry.  This class may look very challenging, but with help from Fran Denham you will finish your cabochon with confidence.

Star Flower Set

Thursday, December 10th, 2009
February 6, 2010
1:30 pmto3:30 pm

Star Flower Set

Wow, this set is a knockout!  This pattern is easy to make and perfect for beaders of all experience levels. Wear it to work and rake in the compliments. It will make a lovely gift for friends & family.

 

Dazzled by Diamonds

Thursday, December 17th, 2009
February 7, 2010
12:30 pmto3:30 pm

Dazzled by Diamonds

 


Make a beautiful bracelet and earring set using the popular 1.8mm cubes, Swarovski crystals, and loads of pewter daisy spacers.

You will learn advanced flat brick stitch, how to increase and decrease on the edges. Finish the piece off with crystal sides.

Basic Bead Stringing

Thursday, December 10th, 2009
February 11, 2010
6:00 pmto8:30 pm

Basic Bead Stringing

This class is designed for beading beginners. You’ll learn stringing, finishing, and design techniques for completing necklaces and bracelets. There will be discussion about stringing, Softflex* finishing, and clasp choice. Students will complete one bracelet, or necklace in class.

Wire Captured Cabochon

Thursday, December 10th, 2009
February 13, 2010
10:30 amto1:00 pm


Wire Wrapped Cab

 


In this class you will learn the basic skills needed to wire wrap a cabochon, coin, or flat keepsake using either gold filled wire or sterling silver wire.  The skills you will learn in this class are the same skills needed to wire wrap rings, or bracelets also.  Once you have the basics down, you are only limited by your imagination, so come join our class, and get ready to have some fun.

Basic Wire Wrapping

Thursday, December 10th, 2009
February 18, 2010
6:00 pmto8:30 pm

Basic Wire Wrap

If you’ve been afraid to try wire work before, or if you’ve tried and things just don’t look quite right, this is the class for you. You will learn the basic tools and techniques required for quality wire work.

Art Clay Rings

Thursday, December 10th, 2009
February 20, 2010
3:30 am


 

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In this fun, hands on workshop learn the basics of working with Art Clay Silver and create your own one of-a-kind ring.  No previous experience with metal clay is necessary

The class will cover: correct ring sizing, different construction methods, adding textures and finishing techniques.  You will leave with a least one completed ring when you leave the class.  All tools will be furnished for in class use.  If you have any favorite textures or stamps that you would like use, please bring them to the class.

We will work through the lunch hour, so have a hearty breakfast and bring snacks and beverages (water bottles or drinking cups with lids).

Tea for Two

Friday, December 18th, 2009
February 21, 2010
1:00 pmto3:30 pm

Tea for Two

 


Cute as a button! This sparkling jewel toned bracelet is just perfect to wear while sharing crumpets over tea with a friend.  Such striking bracelet, but it could easily be worn with a simple top or elegant dress.  Change it to all one color and you’ll have a totally different look!  Some beading experience will help you in this class. 

 

Janu Gems Trunk Show

Saturday, February 20th, 2010
February 26, 2010
10:00 amto6:00 pm
February 27, 2010
10:00 amto5:00 pm
February 28, 2010
12:00 pmto4:00 pm

February 26th-28th,

Beads at Dusti Creek

will be featuring JANU GEMS, a manufacturer and direct importer of natural stone beads and loose gemstones. You will see a wide range of precious and semi-precious beads of all types of quality: including Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Spessartite (Mandarin Garnet),Tourmaline, Tunduru Sapphire, Aquamarine, Iolite, Peridot, Citrine, Amethyst, Rainbow Moonstone, Labradorite, Kyanite, Spinel, Apatite, Sunstone, Garnet, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Clear Quartz, Green Amethyst, Pink Amethyst (Rose de France), Chrysophase, Opal, Tzavorite, Pearls, Coral, Tourquoise, Lapis Lazuli and more.

 Janu Gems Trunk Show

All items will be offered at special jewelry designer prices during this weekend show!

 

Sale hours will be the same as our regular store hours:

Friday      10:00am-6:00pm

Saturday  10:00am-5:00pm

Sunday    12:00pm-4:00pm

BeadsAtDustiCreek.com | (503) 235-4800 | 4848 SE Division, Portland, OR 97206 | info@beadsatdusticreek.com