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Coloring and Connecting; Filling the Void
Instructors: Gail Crosman Moore & Anne Mitchell
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 28, from 10:00am to 6:00pm
Workshop Fees: $70, workshop fee.
$50, kit fee.
In this full day class participants will be practicing cold connections, coloring metals using multiple non-traditional techniques, soldering rings onto brass and using resin to capture small objects in the “void”. Students will leave ready to create multi media assemblage pieces using both easily available brass stampings as well as... (read more)

PetalMania! Canes
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 28, from 11:00am to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials.
Who knew that one base cane could be made into so many different combinations? Lynne Ann will guide students through making a single polymer clay petal cane and then take them on an exciting journey through what she calls “Petal Mania!” The cane will be reduced, shaped, torqued, and recombined to make a seemingly endless array of elements that... (read more)

Pretty Poppy Pendant
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 28, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, includes all materials.
This class offers an excellent way for students to "get their feet wet" with polymer clay flower designs. Learn to make a deceptively simple petal cane and an extremely realistic flower center that appear much more difficult to make than they actually are. Lynne Ann will show students how to form the flower into a cupped, dimensional pendant that... (read more)

Designer Kumihimo Bracelet
Instructor: Tracy Nelligan
Artist/co-owner of Turtle Moon Arts. http://www.turtlemoonarts.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, kit included. Class size is limited so register early!
Students will learn the Japanese art of kumihimo with a designer mix. Students will work with 3 different bead types: crystal, seed & long magatama to create a striking designer bracelet. Materials included: kumihimo small disc, bobbins, thread, needle, instructions, 4mm crystals, 6/0 seeds, long magatamas for the project, base metal endcaps &... (read more)

Wire Wrapped 14/20K and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a BA in Art, an MA in Art History and a JD degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-a-Fair for the past 9 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
All fees must be paid in full at time of registration. No refunds after January 1, 2012. Class size is limited to 12 so register early! The materials fee includes 14/20K gold filled wire as well as sterling silver wire for the bracelet, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of my 12 page bracelet publication featuring complete... (read more)

“Take a Bow” by Elaine Moriera and sponsored by WireKnitZ®
Instructor: Elaine Moreira
Elaine Moreira is a jewelry and accessory designer from Puerto Rico. She has been the official jewelry designer for The Miss Universe Puerto Rico candidates for the past few years and featured in the most fashionable magazines and local newspapers across the island including "Caras, Puerto... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $95, all materials included.
SPONSORED BY WireKnitZ: In this 3 hour class you will learn how to create a versatile cuff made with WireKnitZ that can be used for all occasions. You will learn to manipulate WireKnitZ and master the art of embellishment by adding crystals and stones to convert a simple cuff into a fashion statement. Come join Elaine in her quest to take your ideas and... (read more)

Picture Perfect Pods
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Workshop Fees: $50, includes all materials.
Learn to use polymer clay canes to create gorgeous, realistic or Avatar-like supernatural pods and buds! We’ll make a beautifully shaded petal cane, create these awesome little buds that work great as beads, earrings, pendants and more. Learn to form, reduce and manipulate the petal cane, construct a realistic looking pod and add sculptural elements... (read more)

Mixed Media Mania! FREE CLASS
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 10:00am to 6:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Come join the fun and learn to make all kinds of fun creations! You can’t sign up for this, you have to show up and hope for a space! For more information email orders@cforiginals.com. (read more)

Presenting: Bead Embroidery
Instructor: Pamela Hawkins
Designer, teacher and editor of “Bead Design Studio” magazine for All American Crafts publishing. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
This is an interactive hands on demo showing how to use TierraCast® components in bead embroidery. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Presenting: Wirework
Instructor: Irina Miech
Irina is an author of numerous how-to books and teaches classes weekly in jewelry design and creation in her store, "Eclectica" in Brookfield, Wisconsin. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Irina will be demonstrating unique ways to incorporate TierraCast® into your wire projects. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Working with Glass Clay
Instructor: Paula Radke
Paula has been working with glass for 30 years. For the past year, she has extensively worked with glass clay developing a technique that works the microwave kiln. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials.
I will show you how to take the mystery out of working with glass clay. We will learn about mixing colors; dry and wet. We will add clay accents to a dichroic cab and imbed dichroic cabs in the center of molded flowers. We will be making silicon putty molds so bring anything small and fun to make a mold from and any of your favorite clay working tools. I... (read more)

Intro To Soldering
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Workshop Fees: $69, all supplies including instructional handout are provided.
Once you understand the soldering process, good torch control, and the proper steps, soldering is a lot of fun. This introductory class focuses on getting you started on the right path, so you can confidently work and troubleshoot on your own. The earrings and necklace (not including stones) will be provided with the class fee in copper, brass, bronze, or... (read more)

Groovy Heart Wire Wrap Pendant
Instructor: Karen Nan
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 2:30pm to 4:00pm & January 29, from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $10 *Karen Nan Grooved Heart: $30.00 to $45.00. **Wire will be priced according to market price. Just purchase one of Karen Nan’s special grooved hearts* and wire** at the show and Karen Nan will show you the easy way to wrap it. Please bring your own tools (chain nose pliers, flat nose pliers, round nose pliers, and flush cutter). See ... (read more)

Resin Basics
Instructor: ICE Resin instructors
http://Www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all materials are provided.
It’s time to have some fun while you learn the basics ... (read more)

"Sugar Skull Cowgirl Necklace"
Instructor: Denise Peck
Author, teacher and designer, Denise Peck is the editor of Step by Step Wire Jewelry and senior editor of Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist for Interweave Press. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Design with leather, chain and TierraCast® charms. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Resin Architecture: Casting with ICE Resin
Instructors: Linda McNulty and Cheri Lenart
ICE Resin and Sculpture Artists. http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, workshop fee.
$35, kit fee.
Come join ICE Resin and Sculpture Artists Linda McNulty and Cheri Lenart on an extensive exploration of Casting techniques using ICE Resin and Jeweler’s grade Mold Putty. Students will learn different approaches to creating molds and will be walked through Relief, One-part and Two-part Molds, step by step. Learn some tricks of the trade and leave with... (read more)

Wedgwood China Style Beads
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, includes all materials.
White accents on a cornflower blue matte finish is the hallmark of the jasperware invented by Josiah Wedgwood in 1765. Known today commonly as Wedgwood china, this distinctive design element is loved by collectors the world over. Lynne Ann will show how to recreate the unique look of Wedgwood China in polymer clay beads. Students will first learn how to... (read more)

Rustica Bracelet
Instructor: Jodi Bombardier
Self-taught metalsmith specializing in wire weaving. She is a freelance writer for Step By Step Wire Jewelry magazine and a contributing author to the books Wire Style and Wire Style 2. She is the author of Weave, Wrap, Coil Creating Artisan Wire Jewelry. Her second book will be available Spring... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes kit (one bracelet).
Give copper wire an aged look with liver of sulfur, learn to forge heavy gauge wire with a hammer and bench block, then we will shape the wire into double spirals. Connect the textured double spirals with nuggets that are wrapped in copper wire. Tools required: Flush cutters, round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, chasing or texturing hammer, bench block and... (read more)

Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Pendant
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a BA in Art, an MA in Art History and a JD degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-a-Fair for the past 9 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
All fees must be paid in full at time of registration. No refunds after January 1, 2012. Class size is limited to 12 so register early! The materials fee includes one of Merilou’s one-of-a-kind dichroic glass cabochons and enough sterling silver wire to make the pendant, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of my12 page... (read more)

Heart Fusion Bracelet
Instructor: Anne Mitchell
Anne started her creative career over 25 years ago as a professional lighting designer. Looking for another outlet for her artistic energies, Anne began teaching chain making and metal working approximately 13 years ago for just pure enjoyment. During those years, Anne found that the creative outlet... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$65, kit fee.
Inter-linking and inter-woven fine silver hearts create a beautiful and slinky bracelet that molds to your wrist. Join in the fun of making your own. Learn the tips and tricks it takes to master creating the identical links of this almost snake like weave and end it with a unique twist on a classic J-hook closure. Included: 18 gauge fine silver wire and a... (read more)

Barrel Crystal Tennis Bracelet
Instructor: Tracy Nelligan
Artist/co-owner of Turtle Moon Arts. http://www.turtlemoonarts.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $55, kit included. Class size is limited so register early!
Students will learn the right angle weave and attaching barrel crystals to create a stunning crystal tennis bracelet. Materials included: Project kit - crystals, thread, beads, base metal findings & needle. Supplies, tools, crystals & kits available for sale. Sign up at turtlemoonarts@yahoo.com. Limited seating. (read more)

Green Man Pendant/Wall Hanging (with Sculptor Tommie Howell)
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Workshop Fees: $50, includes all materials.
The Green Man is a legendary symbol gracing the walls of humble homes, grand cathedrals and everything in between. In this class, Tommie Howell will take you step by step in turning a simple sculpted face into this age old symbol of good luck that you can wear. Students will complete a sculpted pendant or small wall hanging that will teach them basic clay... (read more)

Tuesday’s Earrings
Instructor: Beth Kraft
Beth is an author, teacher, designer and owner of "Nordic Gypsy Beads & Jewelry" in Rochester, MN. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
"Tuesday’s Earrings" Seed bead weave around TierraCast® rings to create these adorable, funky earrings. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Creative Bead Caps
Instructor: Val Hirata
Freelance designer, teacher, CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador and owner of the bead store “Creations by You” in Honolulu, HI. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Val will demonstrate creative and unique ways to use TierraCast® bead caps in flower blooms. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Complete Kumihimo Necklace
Instructor: Karen Nan
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, class fee.
$85, basic kumi kit fee. Kit includes: Instruction booklet, foam disc, plastic bobbins, 20 g. round wire, end cones, clasp, jump rings, heishe (spacers), big eye needle, GS hypo glue, and ruler.
Karen Nan Grooved Heart, seed beads & C-Lon thread not included but will be available for purchase. In this comprehensive class, you will learn the basic braiding technique using a hand-held foam disc as well as the planning and preparation that is required of this technique. You will also learn the method of terminating the braid and making the... (read more)

Needle Felted Jewelry—Beads and Beyond!
Instructor: Pat Pawlowicz
Owner of Colorful Creations Bead Company Inc. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $35 This class is a great introduction to needle felting, and is guaranteed to bring out the creative YOU! Come and learn all about wool, and how easy needle felting is. We’ll focus on the many techniques used to make beads in a bunch of different shapes, embellish with fiber, sequins, seed beads and more. All materials are provided, written instructions... (read more)

Introduction to WireKnitZ® and make a “Cinched” Cuff
Instructor: Norma Melton
Founder, WireKnitZ®, http://www.WireKnitZ.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $20, includes materials and tools.
Introductions to WireKnitZ® demonstrating the various attributes of all 5 Series and understand the tips, tools, and techniques used for easy manipulations and applications. You will receive a sample of each Series and make the “Cinched” cuff incorporating the heavy gauge tight knit 3000 Series. “Cinched” is a cuff design that... (read more)

Enameling!
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $69, all supplies including instructional handout are provided.
A fun class that takes the fear and uncertainty out of torch enameling. This is a remarkably simple technique that will change your metalwork from passé to pizzazz! Very limited class size, so sign up soon! Tools and materials included. Plenty of extra materials and tools are available for purchase. All skill levels are welcome. To register for this... (read more)

Captured Curiosities
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials.
Polymer clay class with award-winning artist Christi Friesen. This dramatic piece is sure to be turn heads when you wear it as a focal bead or brooch. All skill levels welcome. ALL materials and tools provided. For signups: http://www.CForiginals.com or email orders@cforiginals.com. (read more)

Intro to Bezels
Instructor: Linda McNulty
ICE Resin Artist. http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all materials are provided.
In this short expository workshop, ICE Resin Artist, Linda McNulty will explain, compare and contrast all of the available bezels in their many shapes and metals. Get the low-down on the functionality, design and endless capabilities of the hottest art form around, and then try your own hand at filling a bezel of your choosing, with a collage element and ICE... (read more)

Once Upon a Time
Instructor: Kristal Wick
CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador, designer, teacher and inventor of Sassie Silkies. Kristal’s creations are represented in galleries spanning the globe. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Learn proper gluing methods to embellish TierraCast® fairy tale charms with Swarovski® crystals to create sparkling bedtime jewelry. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Resin Alchemy
Instructor: Linda McNulty
ICE Resin Artist. http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Workshop Fees: $55, kit included.
So many everyday material can be mixed into ICE Resin to create something new! Join Artist, Linda McNulty and explore just how far you can take Resin Alchemy: the mixing of new elements! In this hands-on workshop we will try all types of combinations of plaster, mica powders, ground metal, pastel powders, ink, charcoal, pearl pigments, and ground herbs. The... (read more)

Day of Dead Pendants
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 30, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, includes all materials.
In Mexico, the Day of the Dead celebrates the lives of those who have departed this world for the next. Two of the most common symbols of this celebration are skulls and flowers, creating a very unique folk art. In creating a polymer clay version of the skulls, Lynne Ann will show you how to create a simple petal cane that will be sliced, arranged, and then... (read more)

OPEN STUDIO NIGHT!!!
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: Intro to Soldering or Enameling
Dates/Times: January 30, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all soldering materials included. Metals not included.
Who wants to sit in a hotel room in Tucson! Classes can be all too short to really “get” a technique like soldering or torch enameling. This is your opportunity to practice the skills you’ve learned while the instructors are still available. If you already are an enamellist or torch worker you might be interested too. Just a fun night of... (read more)

Polymer Button Blossoms
Instructor: Julie Picarello
Award-winning artist, instructor & author (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 8:00am to 2:00pm & February 2, from 12:30pm to 6:30pm
Workshop Fees: $80, includes kit.
Color, texture, and a mix of media...this project has it all! Explore the magic of color mixing and experiment with surface design techniques to create a vibrant array of polymer petals - then layer a combination of vintage buttons, wire mesh, and punched or textured metal disks to form an eye-catching centerpiece. Finish the pendant with textured metal... (read more)

Linked Loop-n-Ball Tab Bracelet
Instructor: Anne Mitchell
Anne started her creative career over 25 years ago as a professional lighting designer. Looking for another outlet for her artistic energies, Anne began teaching chain making and metal working approximately 13 years ago for just pure enjoyment. During those years, Anne found that the creative outlet... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$55, kit fee.
In just a few hours you could make this amazingly delicate and beautiful fused link bracelet. With utilizing the simplest of tools unlock the tips and tricks for creating links that are virtually identical and learn to link together this creation for yourself. Included: 18 gauge fine silver wire and full color handout. To register or for more information go... (read more)

Designed Wire Necklace Making
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
SPONSORED BY PARAWIRE. Introducing Lilian’s basic making method. Without straightening, without measuring, without soldering-- directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement is depended on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping position, combining with the wires stretch and circle curve, leading the wire towards... (read more)

Faux Metal
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials.
Mixed media class with award-winning artist Christi Friesen. This dramatic piece is sure to be turn heads when you wear it as a focal bead or brooch. All skill levels welcome. ALL materials and tools provided. For signups: http://www.CForiginals.com or email orders@cforiginals.com. (read more)

Show Your Colors
Instructor: Jamie Hogsett
Jamie is a jewelry designer, freelance editor, CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador and Soft Flex® Company’s education coordinator. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Jamie will feature this Colored Wire & TierraCast® project from her latest book co-authored with Sara Oehler, “Show Your Colors”. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Working with Glass Clay
Instructor: Paula Radke
Paula has been working with glass for 30 years. For the past year, she has extensively worked with glass clay developing a technique that works the microwave kiln. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials.
I will show you how to take the mystery out of working with glass clay. We will learn about mixing colors; dry and wet. We will add clay accents to a dichroic cab and imbed dichroic cabs in the center of molded flowers. We will be making silicon putty molds so bring anything small and fun to make a mold from and any of your favorite clay working tools. I... (read more)

Embellishing Clay
Instructor: Beki Haley
Bead lover, designer and teacher, Beki is owner of "Out on a Whim Beads" in Cotati, CA. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Beki will share techniques for setting Swarovski® elements and TierraCast® components into embellishing clay. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Complete Kumihimo Necklace
Instructor: Karen Nan
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, class fee.
$85, basic kumi kit fee. Kit includes: Instruction booklet, foam disc, plastic bobbins, 20 g. round wire, end cones, clasp, jump rings, heishe (spacers), big eye needle, GS hypo glue, and ruler.
Karen Nan Grooved Heart, seed beads & C-Lon thread not included but will be available for purchase. In this comprehensive class, you will learn the basic braiding technique using a hand-held foam disc and the planning and preparation that is required of this technique. You will also learn the method of terminating the braid and making the connective... (read more)

CHAIN MAILLE EARRINGS
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a B.A. in Art , an M.A. in Art History and a J.D. degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-A-Fair for the past 9 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
Create these beautiful chain maille earrings featuring dichroic beads. The class fee includes sterling silver jump rings, silver heart and dichroic beads along with French hook earwires. You will also receive a complete instruction book with photos, a work mat and a jeweler’s polishing cloth. All tools will be provided but you may bring your own if... (read more)

Beach Pebbles Bracelet
Instructor: Pat Pawlowicz
Owner of Colorful Creations Bead Company Inc. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $35 These realistic wool “pebbles” look like they just washed up on your favorite beach! Artist and author Pat Pawlowicz will show you how to make the smooth “stones” in realistic shapes and colors by blending the wool. We’ll create the multi-strand bracelet and finish it up with a quick and easy magnetic clasp. All materials are... (read more)

Etching, Punching, and Texturing
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $69, some supplies included.
Etching, rolling, patinas, torching, and texturing are some fun techniques that give metal depth and complexity. Combined with punching you will literally start “scratching the surface” of the many ways you can start making unique and innovative jewelry. We will provide some great “ at home” patina recipes and loads of innovative... (read more)

Glass Casting!
Instructor: Cheri Lenart
Sculpture Artist. http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 2:30pm to 3:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
An introduction to glass casting using theglasspoet glass casting kits! We will not be kiln firing in this short demonstration, but we will discuss the firing schedule. Free class! Kits will be available for purchase. Contact Cheri at cheri@iceresin.com to register or for more information. (read more)

Cane Adorned Swirled Lentil Beads
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 2:30pm to 7:30pm
Workshop Fees: $75, includes all materials.
There is a saying in the polymer clay world that “there are no scraps, only remnants.” One of the favorite ways to use these remnants and cane ends is in making beads called swirled lentils or hurricane beads. Let Lynne Ann show you her take on this classic bead shape using beautifully blended scraps and cane slices along with pearls and... (read more)

Right Angle Weave
Instructor: Susan Kazarian
Designer, teacher, owner of “The Beading Frenzy” in San Mateo, CA and member of the design Team of Swarovski North America. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Use TierraCast® hex beads and Swarovski® crystal to create this deceptively simple yet lavish design. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Resin 101
Instructor: ICE Resin instructors
http://Www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all materials are provided.
Learn foundational ICE Resin techniques from ... (read more)

Viking Knit Beaded Bracelet
Instructor: Tracy Nelligan
Artist/co-owner of Turtle Moon Arts. http://www.turtlemoonarts.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $55, kit included. Class size is limited so register early!
Learn the ancient art of the Vikings. Weaving wire around a dowel then pull through a drawplate for a stunning bracelet. Materials included: Wire, instructions, dowel, resin drawplate, awl, container, base metal endcaps & findings. Students must bring: Beads to finish project off, round nose pliers, wire cutter. Supplies, tools and Tracy Nelligan's... (read more)

Gemstone and Chain Multistrand Necklace
Instructor: Laura Gasparrini
Teaching the Art of Beadwork for over 15 years and creating jewelry since childhood. She is the principle designer and owner of Om Tara! Temple Arts and Inspired Adornment. Laura offers classes privately in beautiful Santa Barbara, California and beyond. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 31, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, all materials included.
Add a relaxed look to a traditional multi strand necklace. Combine stringing, wirework and chain work techniques to create a breezy necklace you can wear with everything. We’ll practice the basics of stringing, crimping and simple wire techniques in this small group class with individualized instruction. Tips on using french wire, too! To reserve a... (read more)

OPEN STUDIO NIGHT!!!
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: Intro to Soldering or Enameling
Dates/Times: January 31, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all soldering materials included. Metals not included.
Who wants to sit in a hotel room in Tucson! Classes can be all too short to really “get” a technique like soldering or torch enameling. This is your opportunity to practice the skills you’ve learned while the instructors are still available. If you already are an enamellist or torch worker you might be interested too. Just a fun night of... (read more)

Elegant Designer Fold Form Cuff
Instructor: Tracy Nelligan
Artist/co-owner of Turtle Moon Arts. http://www.turtlemoonarts.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 8:00am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $95, kit included. Class size is limited so register early!
Students will learn the basic fold form techniques using copper sheet, forging and annealing. Use of tools (always fun)- torches, hammers, punches, files. Emphasing design techniques for that 1 of a kind fabulous bracelet. Materials included: Enough metal for project, hand vice tool, 4 mini nuts/bolt/rivets, variety of beads & jumprings. Students must... (read more)

Mobius Flowers Necklace or Bracelet
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
Certified teacher in chainmail, wirework, and beading, having taught these techniques throughout Canada and the United States for many years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 9:00am to 11:15am
Workshop Fees: $30, Kit Fee ranges from $199 to $59 for the Necklace Kit and $73 to $34 for the Bracelet Kit, depending on materials used.
This is a wear-with-everything necklace! It’s my personal favorite because I can easily change the pendant to work with what I’m wearing. If you enjoy buying special lampwork or crystal or metal focal beads, this is the perfect necklace for showing them off. A second class option is to make an exceptional Mobius Flowers bracelet that is so... (read more)

FINGER BLING
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a B.A. in Art , an M.A. in Art History and a J.D. degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-A-Fair for the past 9 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
Create this eyecatching “finger bling” ring. The materials fee includes sterling silver wire and enough crystals to make your ring sparkle! You will also receive a complete instruction book with photos, a work mat and a jeweler’s polishing cloth. All tools will be provided but you may bring your own if you wish. For additional... (read more)

Flower Power Ring
Instructor: Jodi Bombardier
Self-taught metalsmith specializing in wire weaving. She is a freelance writer for Step By Step Wire Jewelry magazine and a contributing author to the books Wire Style and Wire Style 2. She is the author of Weave, Wrap, Coil Creating Artisan Wire Jewelry. Her second book will be available Spring... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $55, includes kit.
Learn to texture and dome copper discs, then give the discs an "aged" look with liver of sulfur. Make some wire spirals and with a cold connection technique, attach a cute lampwork flower bead, shaping the wire into a ring shank with more spirals finishing off your hippie chick Flower Power Ring! More flower colors available in class. Tools... (read more)

Mermaids Treasure Necklace
Instructor: Bea Grob
Mixed Media Artist, handweaver, certified adult teacher for 30 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, including silk, core and button, C-lon thread in many colors, and braided bead thread.
You will learn how to construct this artfully organic and truly unique necklace by mixing WireKnitZ® available in a kaleidoscope of colors, colorful silk fabrics, fancy yarns, coordinating beads, and a button closure. There will be some explanation on how to color the silk fabric. Prior to class, please purchase WireknitZ® at booth #GP271. Please... (read more)

The Art of Wire – Earring Design
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 9:30am to 11:30am
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$10, kit fee.
Sponsored by Beadalon. Introducing Lilian’s basic jewelry making method. Without Straightening, without measuring, without soldering, learn to directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement depending on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping position, combining with its stretch and circle curve, leading the wire... (read more)

Steampunk Flying Pig
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $50, includes all materials.
Mixed media class with award-winning artist Christi Friesen. This dramatic piece is sure to be turn heads when you wear it as a focal bead or brooch. All skill levels welcome. ALL materials and tools provided. For signups: http://www.CForiginals.com or email orders@cforiginals.com. (read more)

Euro Leather Ladder Bead
Instructor: Susan Rabbitt
Designer and manufacturer of her own line of kits, Susan is also owner of “Lady Bug Beads” in St. Louis, MO. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Learn to create this simple, modern bracelet using TierraCast® Eurostyle beads and leather. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Butterfly Necklace or Bracelet
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
Certified teacher in chainmail, wirework, and beading, having taught these techniques throughout Canada and the United States for many years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 11:45am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$56, for Sterling Bracelet
$24, for Copper Bracelet
$99, for Silver Filled Necklace
So delicate and elegant! This complex-looking pattern is exciting to wear, and easy to make. Make the bracelet with either Argentium™ sterling or with Copper rings. Or make a necklace with heavier gauge Silver Filled rings that is perfect for showing off a special pendant (think lampwork, Swarovski, metal or glass options). My photo shows the necklace... (read more)

Fiesta Bracelet
Instructor: Karen Nan
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, class fee.
Kit Fee: $45 to $70 (depends on choice of kit: choose from Fiesta Heart, Animal Print, Floral or Day of the Dead bead kits) In this class, you will learn how to work with wire (14-gauge and 16-gauge round wire) and wire working tools. Discover Karen Nan’s tips and techniques in making the spring links, jump rings, headpins, and clasp, using a variety... (read more)

Kumihimo Bracelet
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$35, kit fee.
Introducing the new Kumihimo square weaving technique with an ending designed as a blooming flower, an adjustable slide hook, and innovative components from SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS. Students will learn Kumihimo’s square disk weaving pattern, basic Chinese knotting, and how to make an adjustable slide hook. Lilian will challenge everyone to think about how... (read more)

Presenting: Guilders Paste
Instructor: Bonnie Ogilvie-Apra
Third generation sales representative of "Ogilvie Inc.", Bonnie applies her industry knowledge to educate and inspire beaders in multiple medias. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Hands on workshop showing how to apply guilders paste to TierraCast® products along with other tips and techniques. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Exploring Wire
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $69, all materials included.
Bang, bang, smash, smash, tink, tink, twist – Wire is FUN! Learn all about which tools to use and how to use them with different gauges of wire. What is gauge? Why does it matter? Come find out. We will be answering as many of your wire questions as possible like: What’s Work hardening? Dead soft/Half hard? Plated wire vs. filled? How do I get... (read more)

Resin Basics
Instructor: ICE Resin instructors
http://Www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all materials are provided.
It’s time to have some fun while you learn the basics ... (read more)

Cuatro Corazones Pulsera - Four Hearts Bracelet
Instructor: Jodi Bombardier
Author, designer, teacher and owner of the web store "Jewels by Jules", Jodi creates wire wrapped jewelry and her own line of jewelry kits. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Wire wrapping techniques incorporating ribbon and TierraCast® products. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Working with WireKnitZ®
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 4:00pm to 6:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90 Sponsored by WireKnitZ and Para Wire. ... (read more)

Polymer Clay “Woodworking”
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
One of the most amazing things about polymer clay is its ability to imitate other substances. In this class, Lynne Ann will teach students to make some of the most realistic looking polymer clay “wood” you can imagine. You’ll be guided through the simple steps necessary to make sheets of faux wood that will keep people guessing when you... (read more)

Nontraditional Wire Wearable Journal
Instructor: Susan Lenart Kazmer
Susanlenartkazmer.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $52 Create a personal and wearable adornment by documenting the history of your tribe by use of your own photos, journal entries, text, mica and transparencies. Begin with metalworking and hand fabrication to build a journal cover out of metal wire. Learn riveting, hinging and metal fiber lashing to construct a finished spine. Learn how to “make it your... (read more)

Leather Lace and Triple Strung Necklace
Instructor: Laura Gasparrini
Teaching the Art of Beadwork for over 15 years and creating jewelry since childhood. She is the principle designer and owner of Om Tara! Temple Arts and Inspired Adornment. Laura offers classes privately in beautiful Santa Barbara, California and beyond. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, materials kit included.
In this class we’ll combine stringing, wirework and chain work techniques to create an eye-catching necklace you can wear short for a earthy twist on a classic multiple strand necklace. Or make it long for a contemporary look that’s all the rage! We’ll practice the basics of stringing, crimping and simple wire techniques in this small group... (read more)

Intro To Soldering
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 1, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Workshop Fees: $69, all supplies including instructional handout are provided.
Once you understand the soldering process, good torch control, and the proper steps, soldering is a lot of fun. This introductory class focuses on getting you started on the right path, so you can confidently work and troubleshoot on your own. The earrings and necklace (not including stones) will be provided with the class fee in copper, brass, bronze, or... (read more)

Cold Connect Saucer Ring
Instructor: Tracy Nelligan
Artist/co-owner of Turtle Moon Arts. http://www.turtlemoonarts.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 8:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $55, kit included. Class size is limited so register early!
Students will learn to cut, form, hammer & cold connect your metals with a beautiful handmade glass bead by Tracy Nelligan into a great ring. Use of tools - scissors, hammers, ring mandrals, nut/bolt. Materials included: Copper or brass band, copper or brass discs, nut/bolt, rivets, 1 of Tracy's handmade lampwork bead. Students must bring: Ball pein... (read more)

Celtic Stars Necklace
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
Certified teacher in chainmail, wirework, and beading, having taught these techniques throughout Canada and the United States for many years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 9:00am to 11:15am
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$146, for Sterling Necklace.
$61, for Silver Filled Necklace.
$43, for Jewelers Bronze Necklace.
An unusual and eye-catching necklace—not one, not two, but THREE stars! Make it with either Argentium™ sterling or with Jeweller’s Bronze rings. I will bring samples of jewelry to show a range of ways to use this weave. Tools designed for chain mail will be provided for class use. The kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, 13... (read more)

BEADED BEZEL
Instructor: Kim Rueth
Kim has over 25 years of teaching expertise in the art of bead weaving. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: February 2, from 9:00am to 11:30am
Workshop Fees: $50, includes kit.
Learn this hot technique from an instructor with over 25 years of teaching expertise in the art of bead weaving. Participants will create a unique and individual beaded bezel around a foreign coin. Students will learn everything required to bezel set a variety of shapes and sizes. This is a great class whether you’re just starting out in this... (read more)

WIRE WRAPPED GEMSTONE DONUT
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a B.A. in Art , an M.A. in Art History and a J.D. degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-A-Fair for the past 9 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
Create this stunning gemstone wire wrapped donut. The materials fee includes sterling silver wire and a gemstone donut. You will also receive a complete instruction book with photos, a work mat and a jeweler’s polishing cloth. All tools will be provided but you may bring your own if you wish. For additional information or to sign up for the class email... (read more)

Bail with Wing Design
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 9:30am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$25, kit fee.
Sponsored by TierraCast. Students will be introduced to the basic bail making technique using sketch style. Lilian will teach her basic jewelry making method. Without straighten, without measuring, without soldering, directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement will depend on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping... (read more)

Hearts Free Make & Take/Demo
Instructor: Christi Friesen
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 10:00am to 11:00am
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Come join the fun and learn to make these hearts out of polymer clay … or just watch. You can’t sign up for this, you have to show up and hope for a space! For more information email orders@cforiginals.com (read more)

Woven Wire Necklace
Instructor: Diana Harwood
Artist and teacher in jewelry design, wire crochet and wirework. For more information see escandalojewelry.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $89, workshop fee.
$24, kit fee, includes all materials and tools.
Learn to weave with wire and beads to create a fun, fast and fabulous necklace. To register contact Diana at dianahj@att.net or 210-788-1345. (read more)

Cosmic Knotted Bracelet
Instructor: Katie Hacker
Artist, author, teacher, columnist, CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador and host of the public television series “Beads, Baubles & Jewels”. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Come make and take this elegant bracelet combining TierraCast®, Swarovski® and leather with an adjustable leather closure. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Japanese Flowers Necklace or Bracelet
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
Certified teacher in chainmail, wirework, and beading, having taught these techniques throughout Canada and the United States for many years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 11:45am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$92, for Sterling Bracelet.
$64, for Silver Filled Bracelet.
$28, for Jeweler’s Bronze Bracelet.
Create an exquisite and intricate looking cuff bracelet in the tradition of Japanese chain mail. Follow step-by-step photos to learn the basics of this chain mail weave and how to work towards professional standards. Because it takes many rings to make this bracelet, you will not complete it in class. Make it with either sterling silver silver-filled, or... (read more)

Presenting: Layered Collage
Instructor: Lisa Pavelka
Lisa is an award winning author, designer, teacher, polymer artist and a Create Your Style with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 12:00pm to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Learn how a teeny tiny canvas is more than enough space to tell a story using UV resin & TierraCast® frames. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Working with Glass Clay
Instructor: Paula Radke
Paula has been working with glass for 30 years. For the past year, she has extensively worked with glass clay developing a technique that works the microwave kiln. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes all materials.
I will show you how to take the mystery out of working with glass clay. We will learn about mixing colors; dry and wet. We will add clay accents to a dichroic cab and imbed dichroic cabs in the center of molded flowers. We will be making silicon putty molds so bring anything small and fun to make a mold from and any of your favorite clay working tools. I... (read more)

Needle Felted Bangle Bracelet
Instructor: Pat Pawlowicz
Owner of Colorful Creations Bead Company Inc. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Workshop Fees: $35 Students will learn the fundamentals of needle felting, creating a bangle bracelet using sheep’s wool in a wide range of colors. The art of felting has been around for centuries. Needle felting—a relatively new technique—requires fewer tools and is not messy like traditional techniques using water and friction. After creating the bracelet... (read more)

Large Hole Findings
Instructor: Karen Lewis “Klew”
Klew is a bead maker, polymer artist, teacher and owner of two bead stores, “The Spirited Bead & Klew’s Gallery” in Ridgecrest and Tehachapi, CA. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Learn to create beautiful yet simple designs with your artisan beads and TierraCast® innovative findings. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

The Art of Wire – Blooming Pendant
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All. This class is good for students who took Lilian’s Wire Necklace Design Class.
Dates/Times: February 2, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$35, kit fee.
Students will be introduced to the basic bail making technique using sketch style. Lilian will teach her basic jewelry making method. Without straighten, without measuring, without soldering, directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement will depend on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping position, combination with... (read more)

WireMania Bangle
Instructor: Jodi Bombardier
Self-taught metalsmith specializing in wire weaving. She is a freelance writer for Step By Step Wire Jewelry magazine and a contributing author to the books Wire Style and Wire Style 2. She is the author of Weave, Wrap, Coil Creating Artisan Wire Jewelry. Her second book will be available Spring... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm & January 31, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $70, includes kit (one bangle).
Coil, wrap, and twist colorful beads with copper, brass, and German silver wire into a one-of-a-kind bangle. Chose from a large variety of sea glass beads, African & brass beads and Greek leather for a unique design, and learn to make single and double coils. Tools required: Flush cutters, round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, nylon-jaw wire... (read more)

Wire-work Demos with Diana Harwood
Instructor: Diana Harwood
Artist and teacher in jewelry design, wire crochet and wirework. For more information see escandalojewelry.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Learn to work with wire and beads to create a fun, fast and fabulous jewelry. To register contact Diana at dianahj@att.net or 210-788-1345. (read more)

Resin + Collage: The Journey Necklace
Instructor: Linda McNulty
ICE Resin Artist. http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $45, kit included.
Come join artist, Linda McNulty, and take a jaunt through the creation of your own Journey Necklace. Using ICE Resin, Travel imagery and a Postage Stamp Bezel, you will set off on a course for the unexpected! Learn ICE Resin and Collage techniques: proper stabilizing of an open-backed bezel; measuring, mixing and pouring of ICE Resin; use of stencils,... (read more)

BeadAligners®
Instructor: Cathy Jakicic
Author, teacher, jewelry maker and editor of BeadStyle magazine for Kalmbach Press. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Easily turn your Pandora style beads into earrings using TierraCast® BeadAligner’s™. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Chinese Knotting with SilverSilk
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$15, kit fee.
Sponsored by SilverSilk. Students will learn Chinese knotting by weaving knit wire in a design pattern, beginning with a hook, and ending with a SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS pendant. The pattern can be made into a necklace, brooch, or other jewelry creation of your own design. Register by emailing Casey at beadanddesign@msn.com or calling 530-274-1101. Please send... (read more)

Filigree/Foliage Fusion
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
The simplicity of leaves and classic beauty of vintage-style filigree come together in this elegant set of earrings. Students will learn to create a subtle gradient blend with polymer clay, turn it into a gorgeous leaf cane, and then build a simple pair of earrings or a pendant using neo-classic filigree pieces and Swarovski hot-fix crystals. Lynne Ann will... (read more)

Color on Metal
Instructor: Beth Shea
Owner and resident artist of echo artworks bead shop & gallery in Bremerton, Washington. She loves manipulating metal and arranging found bits of flotsam in her work. Her creations can be found in galleries and shop in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest. "Where things came from, who made... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, includes kit with brass and copper stampings, color surface treatments and sealant.
There are many ways to add color to metal. Paints, pencils, inks and chemical patinas can all be used to enhance, alter or change the color of your metal piece. Depending on the colorant method, there are also many ways to seal the color to your metal so your piece has a lasting finish. In this workshop, students will learn the various ways to color metal... (read more)

Enameling!
Instructor: Carole Witt
A graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, Carole has been teaching for over 15 years. Carole and her remarkable staff have a lineup of more than 50 classes in their extensive Jewelry Supply Store, String Bead, in Chico California. They are always striving to increase their ability to reach... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 2, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Workshop Fees: $69, all supplies including instructional handout are provided.
A fun class that takes the fear and uncertainty out of torch enameling. This is a remarkably simple technique that will change your metalwork from passé to pizzazz! Very limited class size, so sign up soon! Tools and materials included. Plenty of extra materials and tools are available for purchase. All skill levels are welcome. To register for this... (read more)

Designer Kumihimo Bracelet
Instructor: Tracy Nelligan
Artist/co-owner of Turtle Moon Arts. http://www.turtlemoonarts.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 8:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $65, kit included. Class size is limited so register early!
Students will learn the Japanese art of kumihimo with a designer mix. Students will work with 3 different bead types: crystal, seed & long magatama to create a striking designer bracelet. Materials included: kumihimo small disc, bobbins, thread, needle, instructions, 4mm crystals, 6/0 seeds, long magatamas for the project, base metal endcaps &... (read more)

Roundmaille Bangle
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
Certified teacher in chainmail, wirework, and beading, having taught these techniques throughout Canada and the United States for many years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Dates/Times: February 3, from 9:00am to 11:15am
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$140, for Sterling Bracelet.
$76, for Silver Filled Bracelet.
$36, for Jeweler’s Bronze Bracelet.
A sleek and sensual bangle! It’s a very dense weave that is a joy to wear. Make it with either Argentium™ sterling or with Jeweller’s Bronze rings. I will bring samples of jewelry to show a range of ways to use this weave. Tools designed for chain mail will be provided for class use. The kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions,... (read more)

TWIST & SHOUT
Instructor: Kim Rueth
Kim has over 25 years of teaching expertise in the art of bead weaving. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 9:00am to 11:30am
Workshop Fees: $50, includes kit.
In this techniques class, students will learn how to alter a basic bead weaving stitch while creating a sculptural focal bead. Discover how combining various sizes, styles, and colors of seed beads transform this basic stitch. Once you master the technique you'll be able to create an entire necklace of twisted and altered beaded beads. Or for Instant... (read more)

5 Strand Wire Crochet Necklace
Instructor: Diana Harwood
Artist and teacher in jewelry design, wire crochet and wirework. For more information see escandalojewelry.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 9:00am to 11:30am
Workshop Fees: $89, workshop fee.
$24, kit fee, includes all materials and tools.
Learn to crochet with wire and beads to create a fun, fast and fabulous necklace. This is an enhanced crochet necklace with 5 strands! To register contact Diana at dianahj@att.net or 210-788-1345. (read more)

Geometrical Cuff
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate. For Lilian’s returning students.
Dates/Times: February 3, from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Workshop Fees: $120, workshop fee.
Sponsored by Parawire. Lilian will teach her basic jewelry making method. Without straighten, without measuring, without soldering, directly work with the wire from its spool, all working movement will depend on “Horizontal” and “Vertical” gripping position, combination with wires stretch and circle curve, letting the wire move... (read more)

KeepSake Bottles
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $60, includes all materials.
Mixed media class with award-winning artist Christi Friesen. This dramatic piece is sure to be turn heads when you wear it as a focal bead or brooch. All skill levels welcome. ALL materials and tools provided. For signups: http://www.CForiginals.com or email orders@cforiginals.com. (read more)

Wire Crochet
Instructor: Laura Timmons
Laura Timmons is a CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador, teacher and designer who incorporates both her love of people and her love for the industry in her work. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
This is a hands on demo where Laura will show you how to make a stunning design with Swarovski® and TierraCast® using a simple and fun wire crochet technique. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Diamonds and Pearls Necklace
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
Certified teacher in chainmail, wirework, and beading, having taught these techniques throughout Canada and the United States for many years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 11:45am to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $30, workshop fee.
$170, for Sterling Necklace.
$34, for Jeweler’s Bronze Necklace.
$33, for Black Craft Wire Necklace.
Bold and beautiful! Heavy gauge rings and very large Swarovski pearls combine to create a dramatic necklace. The diamond shapes and the side chains are a versatile flat mesh weave. Make it with either Argentium™ sterling, Jeweller’s Bronze, or Black craft wire rings. I will bring samples of jewelry to show a range of ways to use this weave. For... (read more)

Wine-Cork Beaded Beads
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Come watch CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI Elements Ambassador Diane Whiting show you multiple techniques transform wine corks and other ordinary materials into beautiful beaded beads! (read more)

Butterfly Wing Cane and Pendant
Instructor: Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $70, includes all materials.
Beginners and advanced students alike can ‘spread their wings’ with Lynne Ann’s proven teaching style and nearly 20 years of experience while learning to make this butterfly wing cane in polymer clay. Students will learn to blend custom colors and transform them into a base cane that will be turned into the wings of a butterfly. While the... (read more)

Victorian Noir Bracelet
Instructor: Stephanie Dixon
Canadian Stephanie Dixon, aka The Dixon Chick, is a CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador, well known designer and teacher using a broad range of techniques. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Learn to make this romantic bracelet by setting Swarovski® Chatons in Crystal Clay using TierraCast® Rivoli holders. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Pendant
Instructor: Merilou Jenkins
Merilou holds a BA in Art, an MA in Art History and a JD degree. She has been a state credentialed art teacher for over 40 years and has been exhibiting in the Laguna Beach Art-a-Fair for the past 9 years. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $85, workshop fee.
$50, materials fee.
All fees must be paid in full at time of registration. No refunds after January 1, 2012. Class size is limited to 12 so register early! The materials fee includes one of Merilou’s one-of-a-kind dichroic glass cabochons and enough sterling silver wire to make the pendant, a jeweler’s polishing cloth, a fleece work surface and a copy of my12 page... (read more)

The Art of wire – Sketch style making
Instructor: Lilian Chen
Ambassador Lilian Chen is an internationally known bead and wire artist from California who is an official Ambassador of CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, a winner of several awards including contests with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Fire Mountain Gems, Bead Dreams, and Katiedids Design.... (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: Intermediate. For Lilian’s returning students.
Dates/Times: February 3, from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Workshop Fees: $90, workshop fee.
$25, kit fee.
Sponsored by Beadalon. Introducing Lilian’s non-traditional wire making method – sketch style method. We will start with vertical gripping position, to make a pendant as an art piece to match the designed necklace for a set of jewelry. Welcome to all who loves a challenge to try this 3D style wire making. Register by emailing Casey at ... (read more)

Princepesa Pendant
Instructor: Diane Whiting
Diane is an award-winning designer and SWAROVSKI AMBASSADOR who has been creating innovative jewelry and accessories featuring SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for more than 9 years. For more information email dwhitingdesigns@cox.net. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $45, all materials included.
This ornate pendant is fit for Renaissance royalty, but easy enough for a modern princess-on-the-go to make. CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassador Diane Whiting teaches new techniques for stitching SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and seed beads onto filigree findings for your own touch of royal romance. All SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and supplies are included. Please bring reading... (read more)

Wire-work Demos with Diana Harwood
Instructor: Diana Harwood
Artist and teacher in jewelry design, wire crochet and wirework. For more information see escandalojewelry.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Learn to work with wire and beads to create a fun, fast and fabulous jewelry. To register contact Diana at dianahj@att.net or 210-788-1345. (read more)

Intro to Bezels
Instructor: Linda McNulty
ICE Resin Artist. http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Workshop Fees: $20, all materials are provided.
In this short expository workshop, ICE Resin Artist, Linda McNulty will explain, compare and contrast all of the available bezels in their many shapes and metals. Get the low-down on the functionality, design and endless capabilities of the hottest art form around, and then try your own hand at filling a bezel of your choosing, with a collage element and ICE... (read more)

WireLace® Techniques
Instructor: Linda Hartung
Linda is a Create Your Style with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador, teacher, designer and manufacturer of WireLace® & Alacarte Clasps™. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Use WireLace® to embellish metal, create tassels, sew-ons and see why it is the perfect complement for TierraCast® finishes. Sponsored by TierraCast®. For more information visit: http://www.tierracast.com/. Class location is the Palo Verde Room. (read more)

4th ANNUAL POLYMER CLAY PARTY NITE!
Instructors: Christi Friesen, Julie Picarello, Janet Pitcher, and others.
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: February 3, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Workshop Fees: $10 Join the fun at the must-attend polymer clay event of the Tucson show season! An evening of fun! Demos! Prizes and give-aways! And the most fun of all – Make&Take projects with award-winning artists Christi Friesen, Julie Picarello, Janet Pitcher and others. Other teachers and artists will share their skills demonstrating use of fibers and felting... (read more)

ICE Resin 101
Instructors: Objects and Elements
Design Team Member http://www.iceresin.com (read more)Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: Coming soon.
Workshop Fees: $10 Photo is of a jewelry piece by Susan Lenart Kazmer. Are you fascinated by ICE resin but a little afraid it’s too complicated to work with? Then this is the class for you to see how fun and easy ICE Resin really is! In this techniques class using a jewelers grade 2 part epoxy resin, students will learn how to properly mix, pour and work with ICE... (read more)

Fun with Felting Free Make & Take/Demo
Instructor: Pat Pawlowicz
(read more)Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: Coming soon.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Come have fun with needle felting … or just watch the demo. You can’t sign up for this, you have to show up and hope for a space! For more information email orders@cforiginals.com (read more)

Have a Heart!
Instructor: Christi Friesen
Well known Polymer clay artist, teacher, and author featured in numerous magazines and juried exhibits. You can see her work at http://www.cforiginals.com. (read more)Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: Coming soon.
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop, all tools and materials provided.
Come to this free ‘make and take’ class! Exploring the different polymer clay techniques. Additionally, Christi will be doing DEMOs at her booth #B14, everyday – stop by to see what’s going on! For more info or to register for this class email christi@cforiginals.com. (read more)

Presenting: Design Techniques
Instructor: Fernando DaSilva
Fernando DaSilva is a published author, jewelry designer, instructor and CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassador. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 28-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Demo in John Bead Booth - Create jewelry that will make people feel glamorous and modern, even if they are just wearing jeans and a t-shirt. (read more)

Kumihimo Demonstrations
Instructors: Kim & Robert
Creating and teaching with Kumihimo since 2004. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Come unravel the mysteries behind this ancient Japanese technique. Learn how to create with fibers, beads & fibers or all beads. Demos ongoing throughout the show. Stop by and learn a new technique, ask questions and view many samples. Booth #G108 (read more)

Nunn Design Workshops
Instructor: Becky Nunn
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Learn to use resins, glazes and stampings to make elegant jewelry and pendants. Ongoing demonstrations and workshops. Booth #G110. See http://www.nunndesign.com for more information. (read more)

SilverSilk Demonstrations
Instructor: Booth #GP229
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
On-going free demonstrations at booth #GP229, on how to use the new SilverSilk knitted jewelry wire. (read more)

Tips & Techniques for Wirelace™
Instructor: Linda Hartung
Designer and owner of Alacarte Clasps™ and Wirelace™. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Daily demonstrations of the new Wirelace as seen in the August issue of Bead & Button and Beadwork, and techniques on how to use the stylish glue-it-yourself designer clasps. http://www.alacarteclasps.com (read more)

WireKnitZ® Demonstrations
Instructor: Booth #GP271
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Daily free demonstrations at Booth #GP271 where you will experience the extraordinary sculptural qualities of WireKnitZ® the innovative copper wire knit®. See various materials and methods demonstrating cold connection applications. Enroll in a workshop, January 30, 2-5PM; February 1, 9AM-Noon; February 4, 2-5PM http://www.WireKnitZ.com (read more)

Wrap Style Bracelets
Instructors: Kim & Robert
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Maybe you've seen them in the high end department stores or the mail order catalogs, selling for $150.00 or more. Want to learn how to make them yourself for a fraction of that? Join us at booth #G108 for a FREE demo on the ever popular leather wrap bracelets. Learn how to put your own creative spin on a really fun technique. We've come up with... (read more)

Presenting: Wire Wizardry
Instructor: Wyatt White
Designer “jewelry technician” and teacher for over 30 years, Wyatt is currently product manager and education director for Beadalon®. (read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 3, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free workshop!
Demo in Beadalon® Booth - All things wire and TierraCast® (read more)

Glass Clay Demos by Paula Radke
Instructor: Paula Radke
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 6, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demo!
Learn to create beautiful glass pendants and beads using an extraordinary new product. For more information and to register contact Paula at 805-459-3329 or paula@paularadke.com. (read more)

Chainmaille Demos
Instructor: Edie Edwards
(read more)Currently not available.
Skill Level: All
Dates/Times: January 29-February 6, ongoing.
Workshop Fees: $0, free demos!
Offering free ongoing demos on the proper way to open and close jumprings along with free charts on suggested ring sizes for different weaves. Booth #GP279-280. (read more)