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Sew a Sock Monkey Class

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Sew a Sock Monkey

Join us in the adorable, novelty world of making sock monkeys! If fun is what you’re seeking, this is the class for you. In fact, sock monkey making has been an American pass time since the 40’s. We will be making sock monkeys with the traditional red heel for the mouth and buttons for eyes. We’ll provide the materials (socks, buttons, and stuffing), you come with intent to stuff and sew. There’s no monkey business about this class-no sewing experience necessary!

Duration:
2 Hours
Level:
Intermediate
Materials Fee:
Materials Included

$50.00

Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Wire Working Series

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Mar
28
6:30 pm
Apr
4
6:30 pm
Apr
11
6:30 pm
Apr
18
6:30 pm
Apr
25
6:30 pm

Wire Working Series

Wire is very versatile and can help you create fabulous handcrafted jewelry. Learn all about the tools, materials, and techniques needed to turn wire, beads and ordinary objects into finished pieces. Each week you’ll learn a new wire technique such as stringing and crimping, working with chains, eye pins, and clasps, shaping wire, creating earrings and other adornments.

The first class will focus on our Beginner Basics techniques and the second session, we’ll focus on wire wrapping then move on to briolette, 3rd is Wire Wrapped Rings, in the fourth class you will learn how to hammer and a new way of wrapping with Hammered Hoop Earrings. Week 5: Make Your Own Findings including eyepins, ear wires, clasps and then we will see where this wonderful journey takes us next.

Duration:
6 sessions, 2 hours each
Level:
Beginner
Materials Fee:
Practice Materials Included

$120.00

$240.00

You save $120.00 (50%)!

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Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Wire Wrapped Cabochon Class

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Jun
17
1:30 pm

Wire Wrapped Cabochon Class

Use multiple strands of silver wire to create a hand wrapped “bezel” cage for any cabochon (bead without a hole) or sea glass. These pieces are stunning and you can let your creativity take over!

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
Intermediate/Advanced
Materials Fee:
Materials Not Included
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$50.00

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Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Crystal Rings

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Jun
24
11:00 am

Crystal Ring Class

Learn to make a beautiful Swarovski® crystal ring. Techniques covered in the class include right-angle stitch and other ways of working with seed beads and mono-filament.

This class is suited for all skill levels and is a wonderful introduction to making beaded rings. Also, with so many colors to pick from, the color combinations are endless! One sparkling flower rings will be completed in class.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
Intermediate
Materials Fee:
Materials not included

$35.00

$40.00

You save $5.00 (13%)!

Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Bottle Cap Jewelry

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Apr
19
1:00 pm
Jul
18
6:00 pm

Bottle Cap Jewelry Class

Create one of kind pins, magnets, rings, earrings or pendants using recycled bottle caps, papers, magazines, photos and found objects. You will learn how to cure your piece to prevent distortion as well as how to prepare a non-toxic jeweler’s resin to preserve your piece. A number of techniques and tips will be covered.

Bottle caps and resin are provided. Students are welcome to bring additional materials including papers and found objects. These can also be purchased at Abeille at a 10% discount along with any findings to transform your bottle caps into pins, rings, pendants, cuff links or earrings.

Please note that resin needs 24 hours to cure so it’s best to leave your materials over night to dry.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
All levels
Materials:
Included

$25.00

$40.00

You save $15.00 (38%)!

Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Sewing Machine Basics – Tote Bag

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Mar
7
6:00 pm

Sewing Machine Basics--Tote Bag Class

Come learn the basics of threading and using the sewing machine. Please bring a 1/3 yard of fabric for the bag, 1/3 yard of fabric for the lining, corresponding thread, wide ribbon or something comparable for the handles.

We have machines available for you to use. If you need one, please let us know at the time of registration.

Duration:
2.5 hours
Level:
Beginner
Materials Fee:
Materials not included

$40.00

$45.00

You save $5.00 (11%)!

Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Learn to Photograph Your Jewelry

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Jun
16
1:00 pm

Learn to Photograph Your Jewelry Workshop

Terri Swallow, author of Learn More Photo, will show how to photograph your jewelry using the Light shed kit with a regular point and shoot digital camera. She’ll show how the kit works and can be used at home without having to learn or buy a fancy camera. She will share tips and tricks to balance color and make your pieces sparkle. She’ll also cover some key techniques if you have one of those fancy cameras. Then, everyone will have the chance to either shoot their work (so bring your digital camera) or Terri will take some shots for you.

Bring two or three pieces you’d like to photograph as well as your digital camera. If you don’t have a camera, bring along a USB key so that you can take your pictures home with you.

This session runs 2 hours. We will supply busts, earring rings, etc.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
All levels
Materials Fee:
None

$40.00

Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Valentine Gift Ideas

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Abeille has lots of Valentine goodies for all of your loves …

Cross Woven Bracelet

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Feb
11
2:30 pm

Cross Woven Bracelet Class

Learn how to make this sparkling and dazzling bracelet in just one class – even if you have never beaded before. You will learn a technique known as “crossweaving” which is so gorgeous and easy, that you will want to make this piece in all different colors, over and over again. You will be able to leave class with a finished bracelet.

Materials:

  • Please come 15-20 minutes early to make your selections.
  • 2 colors of “main beads” – Swarovski or other 4mm bicones, druks (round beads) 6mm or smaller, all work well.  (100, 4mm beads or 75, 6mm beads will give you more than enough to make the bracelet).
  • 150 coordinating cube beads (optional)
  • 2 tube size 11/0 seed beads
  • clasp
  • 2 wire guardians
  • size 10 needle, wax, scissors and fireline thread available for use during class

All materials available for purchase at Abeille. A 10% discount will be given for class materials and any other materials purchased that day.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
All Levels
Materials Fee:
Materials Not Included

$40.00

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Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

Monthly Meetup (Free)

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Oct ’11
20
6:00 pm
Jan ’24
18
6:00 pm

Monthly Meetup

We meet on the third Thursday of each month. This monthly meetup is an informal way to share, inspire, or be inspired. We have books, magazines and tools available to share as well as papers, stamps, beads and tools for purchase, if you so desire. So bring your latest project or ideas and come join us!You may also be interested in using our Paper Craft and PMC Studio for a nominal fee.

10% discount given for all purchases during Meetups. Please register online or call so we can be sure to have plenty of seating.

Duration:
2+ hours
Level:
All Levels
Materials Fee:
Materials Not Included

$0.00

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Class Registration Policy

Abeille reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. We will refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a proposed make up date.

Store credit will be given for cancelations made at least 48 hours in advance of the start of a class, unless otherwise noted. All other cancelations or no-shows are nonrefundable.

** Open Studios is taking place of May’s meetup. Please stop by Friday, Saturday or Sunday – May 4 – 6 to meet the artists.