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Student's Work: students used their
own lampwork beads
Instructor: Tammy Deck
Learn how to design beaded necklaces or bracelets for balance & beauty. A great
class for restringing vintage or heirloom pieces. You may also choose to use your own hand made glass
beads. Learn appropriate stringing materials and how to properly attach clasps for a professional finish.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
This class may be scheduled one-on-one or for a private party with your friends!
Date:
May 12, 2013 **
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student's work
Immerse yourself in 3 days of introductory level bead stringing and head pin wrapping techniques to
get a jump start on your new found addiction... beads!!! This class will start you off with the bare-bones
basics via single and triple strand beading projects and progress you into more challenging, larger work.
Five to six different projects (suitable for gift giving!)
will be possible (some evening homework may be required) so that each
student can learn professional finishing methods that are often overlooked by other "quickie"
class structures. Each student will also be learning
to coordinate and design their own work from scratch. Students will learn about the different types of beads,
stringing materials, findings and tools available on the market
(available for purchase from us)
and which combination is best suited to different beading art projects.
Students will use design center tools during the class. Beads, tools and books are available for purchase from the Design Center.
(Students will receive a 10% discount on items purchased during the 3 day class.)
Meets:
Mon, Tues, & Wed from Noon to 5:30pm (1/2 hr break)
Instructor: Tammy Deck
One session of 3 hours. Students will learn how to set up a bead loom, follow a pattern and weave a flat bracelet.
Finishing techniques will be covered. Other projects will be discussed such as: chokers, trims, belts, head or hat bands.
Beading materials for a bracelet and the bead loom (to keep) provided through class fee.
Additional beads, findings and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
This class may be scheduled one-on-one or for a private party with your friends! also suitable for kids ages
9 and up.
Date:
June 1, 2013 **
~or~
Date:
TBA **
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If you are just getting started in your beading obsession, this is a
great class for you. Bring a stash of your own glass, semi-precious or crystal beads (or buy some from
our Bead Store Drawers). During this 1 session class you will learn several special tricks
specific to using memory wire and how to design for a bracelet that wraps several times around the
wrist. Memory wire and the use of our tools is supplied through your class fee. If time allows...
go on to create a pair of matching earrings.
This is a great class for moms and daughters to take
together or scheduled as a separate party for your group of friends. (Phone:
(630) 963-9573; or e-mail us: tammy@tlddesigns.com).
Date:
May 8, 2013
Instructor: Patty Pulliam
This 3-hour class introduces students to the basic wire wrapped loop that is the foundation for
many jewelry designs. Simple earrings, bracelets and necklaces can be made easily with this type
of secure connection or this technique can be used to create more complex pieces as well.
An overview of the tools and types of wire used for wire wrapping will be covered.
Bring your magnifying glasses if needed and task lighting if desired.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
May 12, 2013
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are registering for in the Paypal comments box.
bracelets by instructor
Instructor: Patty Pulliam
This class introduces the beginner jewelry student to the basic wire twist link that is a
building block for most jewelry art assemblage. Students will learn how to make a collection
of links and dangle components using head pins, eyepins and straight wire and then proceed to
learn how to connect them for earrings, bracelets and necklaces or choose to make a charm bracelet.
Regardless of your choice this class will offer the repetition needed to gain skill at professional
looking wire wrapping. Projects may include one-of-a-kind lampwork beads, Bali silver beads, charms
and Swarovski crystals (purchased separately). The bead obsessed will enjoy this class since
we put a heavy dose of design strategy into our beading classes that will take students beyond the
"cookie cutter" approach and challenges each participant to create their own wearable art.
A lunch break is built into the class time. Bring your magnifying glasses if needed and task lighting if desired.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
This class may be scheduled one-on-one or for a private party with your friends!
Date:
May 11, 2013
**or**
Date:
TBA
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Instructor: Patty Pulliam A fun and quick project to learn basic flat peyote stitch and have a finished piece
at the end of the session. Students will create a beaded band adorned by a lampwork daisy bead and
accented with a Swarovski crystal. Materials supplied via the class fee. Students choose from several
different color palettes.
Great class for your party of friends... makes a great gift item, too!
Date:
June 9, 2013 **
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more than one date is showing, please indicate which date you
are registering for in the Paypal comments box.
Instructor: Patty
Pulliam The basics of flat peyote stitch for beginners.
Flat Peyote makes a great ring, bracelet or as trap for a beaded
amulet bag. We'll show you how to read a pattern and select colors as well as choose between regular
seed beads and Delicas. Techniques on how to read or create a flat peyote pattern will be covered
as well as finishing techniques for a bracelet. Students will get a good start on a bracelet or
finish a small ring or sampler. A very small selection of fancy Japanese Delica beads will be
available for this class. Students will need 3 to 4 colors of Delicas, size "B" Nymo floss
and a rigid beading needle.
Date:
June 9, 2013 **
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Instructor: Patty Pulliam
A great class for the beginning beader... this is another basic bead bracelet class with the
emphasis being focused on durable, professional assembly. Learn right angle weave while creating
this sparkling gem of a bracelet. Using seed beads and bi-cone crystals, you'll quickly stitch
up your own version of this bracelet o'bling. Supply list provided upon registration.
Date:
May 10, 2013 **
~or~
Date: TBA* **
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are registering for in the Paypal comments box.
Instructor: Patty Pulliam
An easy and quick project for the beginning bead weaver. Stitch a right angle weave base of
size 6 beads, then embellish this base with size 10 or 11 beads. Use a different
color on each side to create a fashionable and versatile bangle
bracelet. Make the project your own by choosing the colors to use on each side
of the bangle.
Supply list provided upon registration.
Date:
May 10, 2013 **
~or~
Date: TBA* **
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are registering for in the Paypal comments box.
A great class for the beginning beader... this is your basic bead bracelet class with the
emphasis being focused on durable, professional assembly. Learn how to apply a variety of clasp styles.
This class will focus (as in all our classes) on design and balance in the creation of artistic,
unique pieces. Lampwork students are encouraged to bring their stash of lampwork beads.
Supply list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email
if interested in this class)
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This class is a fun way to learn flat peyote stitch with a
simple variation that creates a complicated looking scallop in the finished piece.
Change your beads... get a different look! This technique works with any size
and type of bead. Students will complete a bracelet in this class. Great for
holiday gift making!
Date: TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email
if interested in this class)
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Beginner / Introductory Level Beading Art
Classes:
BEADING ARTS: Basic BEAD Stringing
Meets:
Sunday, Noon to 2:30pm
Fee:
$38+ (supply list provided upon registration)
BEADING ARTS: Beading School 101
Date:
TBA*
Fee:
$175 + supplies (bring your own beads or purchase from us)
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BEADING ARTS: BEAD WEAVING BEGINNER BASICS
Meets:
Saturday, 1pm to 4pm
Fee:
$45 (price includes bead loom & beads for 2 projects)
Meets:
Wednesday, 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Fee:
$45 (price includes bead loom & beads for 2 projects)
BEADING ARTS: Beginner's Designing in the Round / Memory Wire Bracelets
Meets:
Wednesday, 2pm to 4:30pm
Fee:
$38+
JEWELRY ARTS: BEGINNERS WIRE WRAP BASICS
Meets:
Sunday, 3pm to 6pm
Fee:
$38+
JEWELRY ARTS: BEGINNERS WIRE TWISTS & BEADED LINKS
Meets:
Saturday, 11am to 5pm
Fee:
$58+
Meets:
Saturday, 11am to 5pm
Fee:
$58+
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BEADING ARTS: BEGINNER PEYOTE STITCH -- RETRO DAISY RING
Meets:
Sunday, 11am to 2pm
Fee:
$45 (materials included)
BEADING ARTS: FLAT PEYOTE PATTERNS
Meets:
Sunday, 3pm to 6pm
Fee:
$45 (materials included)
(L) instructor's samples; (R) bracelet by student Susan S.
BEADING ARTS:
Right Angle Weave ~ Crystal Bling Bracelet
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Meets:
Friday, 11am to 2pm
Fee:
$38+
Meets:
Saturday, 11am to 2pm
Fee:
$38+
instructor's samples.
BEADING ARTS: Right Angle Weave ~ Two-Sided Bangle
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Meets:
Friday, 3pm to 6pm
Fee:
$38+
Meets:
Monday, 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Fee:
$38+
Advanced Beginner ~ Level II:
samples by instructor
Beading ARTS: Triple Strand Beaded Bracelet (level ii)
Meets:
Monday, 6pm to 9pm
Fee:
$38+
BEADING ARTS: SCALLOPED PEYOTE
Meets:
Sunday, 3pm to 5pm
Fee:
$38+
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With some practice....same technique using triangle beads:
by
Julie Rose
bracelets by instructor
This 1 session class is good for intermediate/advanced bead weaving students. The first hour is generally spent with Julie guiding you as you pull your beads together and map out your project. (This is not a "cookie cutter" class.) You will learn how to embellish the simple bead woven base which creates the firm foundation for this lush bracelet of beads.
Supply list will be provided upon registration. This is a great way to showcase lampwork beads and use up your odds and ends at the same time!
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573 or email
if interested in this class)
**
Meets:
Wednesday, 12:30pm to about 5:30pm
Fee:
$75+
Now that you understand the Flat Herringbone, here's a little tweak that creates an elegant undulating piece. It's the specific combination of different sized beads that makes the magic happen. The piece worked on in class will be for a flat bracelet which can serve as a great support for showcasing lampwork beads!
Materials list provided upon registration.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573 or
email
if interested in this class)
**
Meets:
Friday, 2pm to 5pm
Fee:
$40+
bracelets by instructor
In this 2 session class, students will learn how to create an elegant bracelet using a basic bead lattice technique. You can make a bangle and incorporate your own lamp work focal bead or just add a fun clasp. During the second session you learn an embellishment technique that will take your bracelet from wonderful to WOW! Students will learn two embellishment variations, as well as, professional finishing methods. Students will also receive a hand out detailing methods to modify the project for the creation of necklaces.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class) **
bracelets by instructor
We've often heard that this is a difficult stitch to learn from a book. In a class, it is extremely simple! This stitch has also been referred to as the "African Stitch". You may combine multiple sizes and shapes of beads very easily. The piece worked on in class will be for a flat bracelet which can serve as a great support for showcasing lampwork beads!
Materials list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573 or email
if interested in this class)
**
This lavish but easy seed bead project is perfect for the beginning beader as well as the bead obsessed. Looks really complicated, but wait until you see how quickly it works up, and how strong the finished piece is! May even be used for a purse handle. Make a bracelet in class, or begin a necklace using a handmade glass lampworked bead as the centerpiece!
Materials list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573 or email
if interested in this class)
**
Instructor: Svetlana (Lana) Kunina /Juried Artist in the Illinois Artisans Program
Learn how to make beaded pillow beads and how to connect them to other components to create a bracelet. We'll make at least 2 pillows to get comfortable with the technique and go into assembly techniques which include other design components. After the class you'll be able to finish a bracelet at home and create as many pillows as you'd like perhaps building other jewelry pieces, such as earrings, necklaces and pendants. Color options and possible combinations will be also covered in class. Beginner to Advanced. Previous experience with seed beads recommended, but not necessary.
Please, bring your glasses and /or magnifying glass, as we'll be working with seed beads.
Supply list provided upon registration.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: interested in this class? Please e-mail us.
Meets: 4 hours on a weekend
Fee: $64+
Instructor: Svetlana (Lana) Kunina / Juried Artist in the Illinois Artisans Program
Learn how to make beaded components to use for your bracelets, necklaces, pendants and more using this bead weaving technique and Delica beads. We'll make 1-3 components in class (depending on time) and explore various options and different color combinations and alternatives. After the class you'll be able to design and create your own beaded components for jewelry. This class is focused on the creation of the beaded beads, which may be incorporated in your jewelry design using basic bead stringing methods.
Please, bring your glasses and /or magnifying glass, as we'll be working with seed beads.
Supply list provided upon registration.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: interested in this class? Please e-mail us.
Meets: 4 hours on a weekend
Fee: $64+
Instructor: Svetlana (Lana) Kunina / Juried Artist in the Illinois Artisans Program
Learn how to make triangular beaded components to use for your bracelets, necklaces, pendants and more. We'll make 1-3 components in class (depending on time) and explore different color combinations and alternatives how to connect them together with other beads and findings. After the class you'll be able to design and create your own beaded components for jewelry. Beginner to Advanced. Previous experience with seed beads recommended, but not necessary.
Please, bring your glasses and /or magnifying glass, as we'll be working with seed beads.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
To be scheduled when we have 4 interested students. Please e-mail us:
Instructor: Svetlana (Lana) Kunina / Juried Artist in the Illinois Artisans Program
In this class we'll learn how to create a series of secret nets. Each net is holding it's own gem inside. You'll be able to learn this bead woven netting technique, guided by Lana, which will include professional finishing techniques. Get a great start during class time and the confidence to finish the bracelet at home. Beginner to Advanced. Previous experience with seed beads recommended, but not necessary.
Please, bring your magnifying glasses as we'll be working with small beads.
To be scheduled when we have 4 interested students. Please e-mail us:
Beads and tools are available
for purchase from the Design Center.
necklace by instructor
Learn how to create a complex looking and elegant spider web of beads in this 1 session class. The project is a bracelet, but this technique can be expanded into a beautiful necklace like those available in our gallery. Julie will give students a heavy dose of color/design emphasis to help build student's confidence in the exploration of new combinations in future projects. Our goal is to encourage original interpretations of the techniques we teach.
Supply list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date: TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573 or email
if interested in this class)
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Meets:
Friday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm;
Fee:
$50+
Instructor: Patty Pulliam
This is not a cookie cutter class! All students will come out with a completely different piece of art. Peyote stitch bead weaving can create wonderful, tidy, geometric forms. But did you know that you can use the same stitch to make a freeform, undulating shape as well? This technique uses small amounts of several sizes of beads to create a one-of-a-kind bracelet. We’ll discuss how to choose beads that compliment each other in palette and texture. Student will be encouraged to add in found objects as well as fibers. Great for using up "bead soup." Some bead stitching experience is preferred, so consider taking our our basic peyote stitch class.
Students should bring basic beading tools & supplies to class including 8-12 different kinds of beads: sizes from 8-11 plus a few accent beads, cabochons or fused glass pieces, a button or larger bead for a clasp. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
May 24, 2013
Meets:
Friday, 11am to 5pm
Fee:
$75+
~or~
Date:
June 30, 2013
Meets:
Sunday, 11am to 5pm
Fee:
$75+
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Instructor: Patty Pulliam Incorporate all those treasures you've been saving in this lush bracelet that looks complex
but is simple to make. Using
bracelet by Hannah R.
BEADING ARTS: Spiral Treasure Bracelet
A supply list will be sent out in advance of the class so you can pull together your collection of goodies.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573
or email if interested in this class)
Meets:
Friday, 1pm to 5pm
Fee:
$60+ (macrame cord included)
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lampworked
& fused glass center / lampwork accent beaded bandInstructor: Patty Pulliam
Create a beautiful and unique bracelet or necklace
using a stone, fused glass, or your own polymer clay cabochon. Beads are embroidered
around your focal piece, securing it as well as enhancing it's beauty.
Bring a couple choices of cabochons with coordinating hanks of size 10 seed beads or
Delicas, a handful of crystals or other coordinating 4-6 mm beads, a clasp, and your
rigid beading needle and matching Nymo or other strong beading thread.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
TBA*
(please call 630-963-9573
or email if interested in this class)
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Instructor: Patty Pulliam
This technique creates a great, contemporary looking rope suitable for necklaces as it is quite supple and strong. Great for a lariat, choker or bracelet, it has a little give to it due to the crochet stitches. Lampworkers love this rope to showcase special beads and pendants. Once finished, you can hardly see the thread! Students will learn a spiral pattern which makes it easier to see the stitches. Other design variations will be discussed.
Students must already be very comfortable with basic crocheting stitches when they take this class (learn how to crochet in our Crochet Basics Class 1 ).
The materials are simple: size 6 seed beads in 3 or 6 colors (available for purchase at TLD), a size 10 steel crochet hook, and size 8 crochet cotton thread.
Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
March 1, 2013 **
Meets:
Friday, 11am to 2pm
Fee:
$38+
~or~
Date:
April 4, 2013 **
Meets:
Thursday, 6pm to 8pm
Fee:
$38+
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Learn how to create an elegant beaded chain using 4 stitches and your basic knitting skills in this 1 session class. Great technique for making elegant bracelets, necklace base or even a purse strap for an evening bag. Looks like a beaded, twisted ribbon or a beaded tube. Sample on display in our gallery.
Supply list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class)
Sample
by Hannah Rosner
This class is a great introduction to bead knitting for students that already know very basic hand knitting stitches and how to cast on/off (take our knitting I & II classes). On day one, students will get a great start toward making their own heirloom quality knitted, beaded "mad money" purse based off of Victorian designs. On Day two, students will shape the flap, sew the seams, create the neck-strap and embellish... with more beads, of course! The great thing about these is that they look hard but are actually very simple and students would still have ample time to create several more in time for gift giving. Samples can be viewed (or purchased) in our gallery.
Supply list available upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class)
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Students should bring their own supplies to class along with their Maru Dai (or rent one from us for $5).
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class) **
bracelet
by instructor
This lovely tube has a spiraling ridge around it. Easy to learn, easy to work, looks lovely with a random mix of colors or a preplanned pattern of 4-6 different colors of beads. Hannah's demo piece is on display in the gallery. This piece can be made with smaller beads, for a more delicate look.
Material list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class)
samples
by instructor
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Material list provided upon registration. Beads and tools are available for purchase from the Design Center.
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class)
necklace
by student
This technique will show a quick and easy way to cover a form with a pretty beaded netting. Use the tiny beaded bottles you create in class to hold perfume a favorite essential oil. The same techniques can be adapted to cover larger bottles or even glass ornaments. Small bottles can be purely decorative or strung on a necklace with fringe all around the neck of the bottle. Good for both the beginning beader and the bead obsessed. 1 session.
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class)
instructor's
sample
Over 4000 years ago, an Egyptian goldsmith produced a lovely and unusual necklace made entirely of wire. Ornaments based on the same design have been found in the tombs of the rulers of such unrelated regions of the world as Peru and Persia. Now it’s your turn to make this elegant ancient design! Add bead embellishments in your own version of the bracelet.
Students should have taken our Techniques in Wire Working Class (or have similar experience).
Date:
TBA* (please call 630-963-9573 or email if interested in this class)
*TBA = To Be Announced
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