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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads |
| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Basic |
| Discovering the Possibilities: Ring Toss! |
This is the premiere event in our new 2nd Friday feature, "Discovering the Possibilities". This 3-session series will explore three different methods for covering armatures (or supporting components, in this case,curtain rings) to make beaded circles and rings. Oh the possibilities!!! Connect these rings to make a unique bracelet, dangle them to make a funky pair of earrings or a window hanging, use them to make a toggle for your favorite tote or maybe an unusual scarf ring, or maybe just create a fun-loving set of napkin rings. Each project is designed to expand your understanding of the technique as we consider the possibilities afforded by knowing how to increase in pattern to form shapes. Participants must commit to all 3 sessions. Prerequisite: Must have off-loom bead experience. There is no specific technique requirement
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $90
Provided Supplies:
Instruction
Bring:
Size 11 seed beads, 3 or 4mm center-drilled beads, e.g. pearls, glass, or crystals (you will only need a few for each circle/ring,choose a theme or mix it up!), 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 inch diameter rings(plastic, wood, or metal), beading thread of choice and size 11 beading needle
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > African Techniques |
| African Helix: Off Loom Weaving |
The African Helix is yet another of the beautiful spiral beadweaving techniques. The helix stitch produces lovely raised spines which frame the individual panels that spiral gracefully around your piece. You'll learn how to create this unusual effect by looping the thread around the thread (rather than by passing it through beads as with peyote, herringbone, and right angle weave). A change of pace, and a lot of fun!
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Directions, mandrel to support your work
Bring:
4 colors of size 8 seed beads, thread of choice(such as Nymo, Fireline, Power Pro, etc), Size 10 beading needle, 12mm bead for clasp. DO NOT SELECT BEAD MIXES FOR THIS CLASS!
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| Tripoly: African Polygon |
This is another of the interesting and fun African techniques, similar in some respects to both the African scallop stitch and the African helix, but with a very distinctive interplay of thread and beads! The African polygon technique works up into a multi-sided tube. This class will introduce the technique with a three-sided, triangular bracelet.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 8 seed beads (3 colors, no mixes, please), size 8 or size 11 triangles similar in height to the seed beads, button, beading thread, size 10 beading needle, Mandrels will be provided for use during class.
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| Scalloped Tiers: Scallop Stitch |
Take your scallop stitch to a new level! The drapey loops that are characteristic of the technique create the luscious tiers of this classic necklace. The design will provide opportunities to practice interweaving the loops, adding new tiers, and tapering your loops. Guaranteed to generate countless new ideas! No technique prerequisite for this class.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instruction
Bring:
Size 8 beads, clasp, beading thread of choice, size 10 beading needle, all the extra stuff: wax, scissors, magnifier, beading mat etc.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Bead Embroidery |
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Bead Netting |
| Trellis Necklace: Diagonal Netting |
In this class you will construct a beautiful trellis using a triangular netting technique. Choose your beads to create a casual favorite or a showpiece appropriate for a wedding or prom.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with bead netting.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 8 or 11 beads, approximately 150 connector beads to coordinate with seed beads....Czech or Swarovski bicones, stone, glass pearls (check size of holes), or triangles, clasp, beadweaving thread to match seed beads, size 12 beading needle.
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| Netted Collar: Bead Netting |
Take your bead netting to the next level by incorporating a pattern into this collar. Learn how to shape your work so that the collar will lie gracefully around your neck.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with bead netting.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
#11 seed beads-3 colors, clasp, size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice, e.g. Fireline, Power Pro, Nymo, C-lon, etc.
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| Lacy Russian: Bead Netting |
For those of you who love Russian spiral, this is a must! Learn how to add flourishes as you weave your Russian spiral to open up the weave and create a light and lacy effect.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with bead netting.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 11/0 seed beads-3 colors. Beading thread of choice (e.g. Nymo, Silamide, Fireline, PowerPro etc). Size 12 beading needle and a clasp.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Brick Stitch |
| ZigZag Bracelet: Brick Stitich |
Beaded brick stitch works up into a luscious fabric that has body and flexibility. Without a doubt, brick stitch is one of the stitches with which the well-rounded beader should be familiar. The zigs and zags of this bracelet will let you explore the basics of brick stitch technique while you create an exceptionally attractive bracelet.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
#8 seed beads, drops(1 or 2 colors), snap for closure, size 10 beading needle, beading thread of choice (Nymo, Silamide, Power Pro, Fireline).
Pattern:
Instructions for this Pattern/Class are available for purchase.
See our Ordering Page for instructions and cost.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Herringbone (Ndebele) |
| Making the Grade: Herringbone (Ndebele) |
Have some fun with tubular herringbone! Combine seed beads and bi-cones to create a herringbone tube with beautiful curves. You'll love how your tube expands and shrinks as you transition from smallest beads to largest and back again. This is a great opportunity to experiment with bead choices and color!
Prerequisite: Must know herringbone (Ndebele) stitch
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 6,8,11 seed beads, 4 mm bi-cones(Czech or Swarovski), clasp, size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice(Fireline, Power Pro, Nymo,etc).
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| Twisted Tubular: Herringbone (Ndebele) |
Adding a twist to your tubular herringbone will add grace and charm to your work. In this class you'll learn how to add a twist....In addition, you'll learn how to incorporate focal beads into your work as you construct your piece.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable working with herringbone (Ndebele) stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
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Delica beads-2 colors, Size 11 seed beads, Approximately 20 size 8 seed beads, large focal bead (20-25 mm is a good size) beading thread, size 11 beading needle.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Peyote |
| Deneen's Lariat |
This is all about connections! Learn how to connect tubular peyote elements using an interesting braiding technique to create an easy-flowing lariat. This class will also encourage you to consider the idiosyncrasies that make peyote a perennial favorite. Don't have time to make a lariat? No problem. This technique is easily adapted to any length and will make a beautiful necklace or bracelet if you prefer. This design is adapted from a NanC Meinhardt project and is taught with her permission. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable with even-count peyote.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $40
Provided Supplies:
Instruction
Bring:
Size 11 cylinder beads...choose 3-5 colors, size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice, clasp (optional.)
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| Beads on the Half Shell Bracelet: Peyote |
This bracelet is fun, easy, and STUNNING! It also is a great medium to use to explore color! Use different size seed (and similar) beads and a regular even-count peyote stitch to create a surprisingly easy piece with breathtaking impact. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable with peyote stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
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A variety of seed (and similar beads such as delicas, hexes, triangles, cubes, etc) in various sizes from 15 to 6. You will need a minimum of 8 different beads. The more different beads you use, the more dramatic the impact of the 1/2 shells. PowerPro or Fireline, size 12 beading needle, snap.
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| Star Light! Star Bright!: Peyote |
In this peyote class you'll learn some sculptural techniques that will allow you to add a third dimension to your pieces. These links will sparkle as they dance around your wrist!
Prerequisite: Must know peyote.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Istructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
3 colors #11 seed beads, #8 seed beads...less than 50, bead weaving thread, size 12 beading needle. Clasp.
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| Clasps and Toggles I: Peyote |
These beaded "findings" make the perfect finishing touch for your off loom bead woven pieces. You'll learn how to make two different toggles and one fitted clasp.
Prerequisite: Must know peyote stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member,League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Selection of Size 8/0, 11/0 and delicas (small quantities), size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice, e.g. Fireline, Powerpro, Nymo, etc.
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| Basic Beaded Cabochons: Peyote |
Turn your treasured cabochons or buttons into lovely brooches, pins or pendants for necklaces. Using various size seed beads and simple stitches, you'll learn basic steps and techniques to beading and finishing a cab.
Instructor: Judith Bush
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Cabochon or flat backed glass piece, beading foundation (Stiff Stuff), flexible glue, selection of size 6,8, 11 seed beads to match cabochon, size #10 beading needle, beading thread of choice, outer backing material. All supplies can be purchased in Bead Bush Studio.
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| Russian Leaf Earrings: Peyote |
Apply the diagonal peyote technique to make a pair of earrings in the traditional Russian Leaf pattern. Easy to make, and fun to wear.
Prerequisite--Must be comfortable with even count, flat peyote.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 11 seed beads(2 colors), 2 earwires, beading thread of choice (Nymo, Silamide, Fireline, or PowerPro), size 12 beading needle.
Pattern:
Instructions for this Pattern/Class are available for purchase.
See our Ordering Page for instructions and cost.
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| Free Form Fun Bracelet: Peyote |
Pick your palette, and let your imagination run wild while creating a magnificent freeform peyote bracelet. Learn how to use your peyote skills to create bridges, underpasses, gutters, and other flourishes to produce a piece that is fun to make and more fun to wear. You'll also learn how to make a self-clasp to give your piece a professional, finished look.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with peyote stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Selection of seed beads and similar in various sizes, Delicas, cubes and hexes, etc for background fabric. Selection of beads for embellishment....glass, pearls, drops, etc. Beading thread of choice (Nymo, Silamide, Fireline or PowerPro. Size 12 beading needle.
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| Cellini Spiral Bangle: Peyote |
The Cellini is another of the spiraling peyote techniques, this one defined by breathtaking texture. Learn how to take advantage of the technique to create bold texture on a big, funky bangle. This class will be a real treat for those of you who love the versatility of the peyote stitch!
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable working with peyote stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
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Size 6 seed beads, size 8 seed beads, size 11 seed beads-3 colors, size 11 Delicas, Size 15 seed beads, size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice.
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| Dutch Spiral |
This tubular necklace features graceful scallops with bands of color. It is made using the Dutch spiral technique, a modified tubular peyote stitch. This necklace flatters everyone.
Prerequisite: Must know peyote stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Select a coordinating palette with size 11 seed beads (2 colors) and size 8 seed beads (1 color), clasp, two 6-8 mm beads, beading thread of choice (Nymo, Silamide, Fireline, Power Pro,etc) size 10 beading needle.
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| Skyline Bracelet: Peyote |
The distinctive skyline profile is created by incorporating increases and idecreases into the quasi-freeform peyote design. The bulge beads emphasis the variations and add to the dramatic impact! This bracelet is fun and works up quickly. Prerequisite: must be comfortable with even-count peyote.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
3 mm bugle beads, size 15 seed beads, beading thread....Fireline or PowerPro are recommended for use with bugle beads, size 11 or size 12 beading needle and all the extra stuff: wax, scissors, magnifier, beading mat, etc.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Right Angle Weave |
| Disco Ball Earrings: Sculptural RAW |
These hollow beaded spheres sparkle and flash like brilliant disco balls. Once you understand the technique, you'll fall in love with the easy elegance of this 12-sided design. Guaranteed to reflect light and capture compliments.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
60-3mm or 4mm bi-cone crystals, size 11 seed beads(small quantity), 2 earwires, beading thread of choice, Size 12 beading needle.
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| A New Slant on RAW: Right Angle Weave |
Working on the diagonal is a challenging way to look at any technique. This class looks at the potential of diagonal right angle weave. Once you're comfortable with the new perspective, you'll wonder how you ever managed without this powerful accessory in your right angle weave toolkit. Prerequisite: Must be familiar with right angle weave.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist,Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
3-5 colors size 11 seed beads, triangles, 1.8 cubes, or Delicas(or other cylinder beads), clasp/button/snap, size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice.
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| Soup It Up Bracelet: Right Angle Weave |
Mix your palette and practice your basic right angle weave skills! The 1X1
construction used in this bracelet is designed to help you master the technique as you make a stunning bracelet.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Selection of colors of size 8 or 11 seed beads (select at least 3 colors), Size 12 beading needle, beading thread of choice, button or clasp.
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| Tri-Weave Treasure Bracelet: RAW |
Tri-weave is a first cousin to right-angle weave so the tri-weave fabric is soft, flexible, and supple. In this class you'll learn tri-weave as you create a band of flowers to grace your wrist. You'll love this bracelet, and you'll love the possibilities.! Great for gift-giving too!
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
4mm Czech glass bicones (approximately 110), 4 mm round pearls (approximately 20), Size 15 seed beads, clasp, button or snap, thread of choice, Size 11 beading needle.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Spiral Rope |
| Double Helix Bracelet: Double Spiral Rope |
Take your spiral rope to new heights! In this class, you'll learn how to create two spirals that chase each other around and around a central core resulting in a spiral that is reminiscent of a double helix! This technique creates a lush, flexible, and extremely strong variation of the single spiral rope. And who can resist the simplicity and adaptability of a spiral rope.....in any of its forms!
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 8 seed beads- 1 color, Size 11 seed beads - 2 colors, clasp or button, thread of choice, size 12 beading needle.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Square Stitch |
| Squared Away! Bracelet: Square Stitch |
Lose the background! Take your square stitch designs to the next level. Working in square stitch you'll learn how to create the design but leave the background out of it! The result is a fun and funky bracelet full of cutouts and windows! This is the intermediate level companion project to Squared Up!
Prerequisite: Familiarity with square stitch.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 8 seed beads-4 colors, beadweaving thread, size 10 beading needle, clasp, button or snap.
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| Intermediate > Techniques with Seed Beads > Other Techniques |
| Decorative Fringes: Misc Techniques |
Beaded fringe is often exactly the embellishment that you need to give your piece that special finish. In this class you'll explore simple and complex fringing techniques. You'll have an opportunity to try your hand at a variety of simple and decorative fringes that twist, loop, branch, and corkscrew. And you'll learn how to design fringes that add depth, movement and grace to your pieces.
Prerequisite: None
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
#11 seed beads, #8 seed beads, beading thread,miscellaneous small(4,6,8mm) beads to use as accents, size 12 beading needle, flat piece of beadwork (2-3 inches square) in peyote, brick stitch or right angle weave.
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| Crocheted Rope Bracelet:Bead Crochet |
Learn the basics for making the very popular bead crochet rope. We will introduce this technique using big beads and big thread (materials provided) so that you can see how the beads work with the thread and how the rope is formed. You will then graduate to size 6 or 8 seed beads (see supply list below) and make a bracelet that features the trademark spiral of this tubular techniques.
Finish the bracelet with an invisible join for an bangle or add a clasp. This is a two session class.
Prerequisite: None
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $40
Provided Supplies:
Instructions, materials for practice of technique.
Bring:
Size 6 or 8 seed beads-3 colors, 2 end caps,(opt) Jeans stitch thread(only 1 spool needed), clasp (opt), size 10 steel crochet hook, tapestry needle.
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| Finishing Techniques: Misc |
Finishing projects can be challenging. After you put all that time and effort into making a piece, you want to make sure that the finishing method is neat and fits seamlessly. So many things to consider! How to finish the ends? What type of finish will work best with my piece? What options do I have? Should I use a metal clasp, a button or a bead? What works on a flat piece, or a tubular piece? How do I determine how long a bracelet or necklace should be? And, how do I hide those threads?
In this class, we will review a variety of methods for finishing seed beaded projects. We'll discuss the challenges of clasping flat pieces vs. tubular pieces. And we'll discuss a variety of edgings. Feel free to bring pieces you have that you are ready to finish. We will review as many as possible and suggest appropriate finishing techniques.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
A tip sheet with illustrations.
Bring:
Unfinished beading projects.
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| Russian Lanyard: Russian Rope |
Remember the gimp (plastic lacing) lanyard weaving we did as kids? This traditional Russian Technique is its beady cousin! The technique results in a strong, flexible rope with a square profile ideal for heavy-duty uses. Choose colors with a strong contrast to highlight the unusual pattern.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Size 8 seed beads-2 colors, clasp or button or findings for eyeglasses or badge, beading thread, size 10 beading needle.
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| Intermediate > Stringing and Knotting |
| Cluster Knot Necklace: Knotting |
The Cluster Knot Necklace is created building several strands of knotted bead clusters over a base anchor strand. It can be classic or dramatic depending on bead choice and number of strands used. Pre-requisite: Getting Started with Beading class.
Instructor: Judith Bush
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Wide variety of beads, nylon beading cord, beading needle, beading tweezers, bead tips, clasp.
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| Finger Weaving: Knotting |
Create your own beaded treasures by finger weaving. This easy to learn technique is fun and produces a beaded treasure with your own look. This class for beginners will focus on learning the basic technique and creating a bracelet. Great start to mastering a unique technique.
Instructor: Judith Bush
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
Demonstration
Samples in studio.
Bring:
Treasured beads, C-Lon, cork or macrame board, T-pins.
All supplies can be purchased at the Bead Bush Studio
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| ETC Necklace:Stringing and Misc Techniques |
The formula for these dramatic and eclectic necklaces is simple. Use variation in shape, size, color and texture for 5 (or odd number)beads. Cord, leather or chain is then used to join all the components into a stunning necklace. A Design Challenge.
Instructor: Judith Bush
Level: Intermediate
Price: $15
Provided Supplies:
Instruction
Bring:
Section of bead components, rings, cord, chain or leather, clasp, beading cord,pliers,cutters, etc. All supplies can be found at Bead Bush Studio.
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| Intermediate > Wire and Chain Maille |
| Japanese 6-1: Chain Maille |
The Japanese have developed unique techniques with chain maille. Explore the beauty of the 6-1 structure while making this chain. This is a wonderful opportunity to experiment with color and/or using different metals in the same piece.
Prerequisite: Must have some chain maille experience.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
7.5-8.0 mm jumprings (choose 18-20 gauge, count approx 60), 5 mm jump rings (choose 20 or 22 gauge, count, approx 200), clasp, chain nose pliers, bent nose pliers
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| Treasure Necklace: Wire |
If you have a collections of trinkets, beads, charms and treasures and you are wondering what to do with them....make a treasure necklace. Tying your treasures together with a theme, your treasure necklace will emerge as a usable, very special necklace to use or give as a gift. An intermediate level beading class, it is helpful to have basic beading skills and know how to make a wrapped loop.
Instructor: Judith Bush
Level: Intermediate
Price: $15
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Beading findings and materials, beads, treasures, (more than you'll need). Tools.
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| Woven Wire Necklace: Wire |
Using craft wire create a stunning necklace with this wire technique and a collection of beads. This technique can be the foundation for creative results. Wire weaving is challenging and has endless possibilities.
Instructor: Judith Bush
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
Directions
Bring:
Collection of beads that work together.
24 or 26 gauge craft wire-color to blend with beads, clasp
Notions: Wire cutters, flat nose pliers, round nose pliers, macrame board and t-pins(opt).
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| Tie Chains & Cuff Links: Wire & Chain Maille |
Combine your wirework and chain maille skills to create a handsome tie chain and cuff links for the man in your life.
Prerequisite: Must have some chain maille experience.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions.
Some Tools
Bring:
7mm (18 gauge) jump rings or 5 mm (20 gauge) jump rings, 16 or 18 gauge wire, bent nose pliers, chain nose pliers. Other tools including hammers, blocks and anvil will be available for use during class.
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| Full Persian Bracelet: Chain Maille |
The Full Persian pattern works up into a beautiful chain. This intricate pattern forms a solid chain that makes a wonderful bracelet for a woman or a man. Once you master this pattern, you'll be ready to tackle some of the intriguing Half Persian patterns.
Prerequisite: Must have some chain maille experience.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
1/4 inch aluminum jump rings, clasp, chain nose pliers, bent nose pliers
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| Wired Up! Bracelet: Wirework |
Looking for new ideas in wirework? Check out this striking cuff bracelet. In this class, you'll learn one method for building an armature.
Then you're ready to wrap and weaver. The result is pure elegance!
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
18 and 26 gauge craft wire....mix and match colors if desired, chain nose pliers, round nose pliers, flush cutters., Other tools will be available for you to use during the class.
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| Slinky Links Bracelet: Chain Maille |
Are you ready to learn how to add some dimension and shape to your basic chain maille? In this class you'll use a variation of the 4 in 1 pattern to form the diamond links for a slinky, delicate bracelet. Prerequisite: Must have introductory chain maille experience.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instructions
Bring:
Approximately 175 jump rings, 2.5mm inner diameter/4-5 mm outer diameter, clasp, chain nose pliers, bent nose pliers
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| Viking Knit: Wire |
This traditional wirework techniques creates a lovely, fine chain. In this class you'll learn the basic of the technique while making a funky multi-strand bracelet. The technique is easy to learn and chick full of possibilities!
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $35
Provided Supplies:
Instructions. Vise, mandrels, drawplate, and miscellaneous accessories will be available to use during the class.
Bring:
26 or 28 gauge wire or artistic wire (one or more colors), 2 ft 20 gauge wire, 2 cones, clasp and jump rings, flat nose pliers, round nose pliers. You are welcome to bring your own tools if you have them.
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| Jens Pind |
Jens Pind forms a spiral chain that will not unwind! This is one of those chains where aspect ratio (AR) really does matter. The low AR guarantees that the chain maintains its spiral. At the same time, the chain is surprisingly soft and flexible and moves with unusual grace. Prerequisite: Must have experience with chain maille.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild,Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member of League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $30
Provided Supplies:
Instruction
Bring:
Jump Rings (AR between 2.8 and 3.1). If you are not sure about AR, contact Deb Fairchild at beadfair@comcast.net. Clasp, chain nose pliers, bent nose pliers.
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| Intermediate > Color Design and Polymer Clay |
| Study 1 in Applied Color & Design for Beaders |
This workshop, INTEGRATING COLOR AND DESIGN, will increase your understanding of the world of color as you explore more complex color relationships including...triads, tetrads, splits and compounds. This session will also encourage exploration of ways that use of color coordinates with design elements to define and enhance the impact of your pieces.
This workshop is one of four applied color and design workshops. Each workshop costs $25. If you decide to take all four workshops, you will receive a discount of $10 off the cost of the fourth workshop you take. You may take the four workshops in any order.
This workshop requires 2 prerequisites of basic classes: Designing with Beads and Color Awareness.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
All materials
Bring:
Handouts from Designing with Beads and Color Awareness workshops. Note taking supplies.
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| Study 2 in Applied Color & Design for Beaders |
This workshop, EMOTIVE PROPERTIES OF DESIGN AND COLOR will delve into the psyche of color. You will experiment with color choices to discover how color affects perception and influences style.
This workshop is one of four applied color and design workshops. Each workshop cost $25. If you decide to take all four workshops, you will receive a discount of $10 off the cost of the fourth workshop you take. You may take the four workshops in any order.
This class requires the prerequisite of 2 basic classes: Designing with Beads and Color Awareness.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
All materials
Bring:
Handouts from Designing with Beads and Color Awareness workshops. Note taking supplies.
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| Study 3 in Applied Color & Design for Beaders |
Moving from one color or design element to another in a piece can be tricky business. In this session, TRANSITIONS AND BOUNDARIES, you will explore how various design techniques can be used to manage changes and help you create a piece where color and design move seamlessly throughout a piece.
This workshop is one of four intermediate applied color and design workshops. Each workshop cost $25. If you decide to take all four workshops, you will receive a discount of $10 off the cost of the fourth workshop you take. You may take the four workshops in any order.
This class requires 2 prerequisite basic classes: Designing with Beads and Color Awareness.
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instuctor, and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
All materials
Bring:
Handouts from Designing with Beads and Color Awareness Workshops. Note taking supplies.
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| Study 4 in Applied Color & Design for Beaders |
Neutral colors are often considered weak and ineffective. However, in design as well as palette they are not to be ignored! In this session, NEUTRALITY, you will explore techniques for turning passivity into activity, weakness into strength, and the ho-hum into humdinger!
This workshop is one of four applied color and design workshops. Each workshop costs $25. If you decide to take all four workshops, you will receive a discount of $10 off the cost of the fourth workshop you take. You may take the four workshops in any order.
This classes requires prerequisites of two basic classes: Designing with Beads and Color Awareness
Instructor: Deb Fairchild, Bead Artist, Instructor, and Juried Member, League of NH Craftsmen
Level: Intermediate
Price: $25
Provided Supplies:
All materials
Bring:
Handouts from Designing with Beads and Color Awareness workshops. Note taking supplies.
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