Category Archives: Kids

After School Workshops

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Jan
11
3:30 pm
Jan
18
3:30 pm
Jan
25
3:30 pm
Feb
1
3:30 pm
Feb
8
3:30 pm
Feb
15
3:30 pm
Feb
22
3:30 pm
Feb
29
3:30 pm
Mar
7
3:30 pm
Mar
14
3:30 pm

After School Workshops

This Winter, we are inviting young people from ages 10-15 to come and hang out at Abeille in Brookline Village every Wednesday from 3:30pm-5:30 pm or Friday from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. Also available at 12:30 on early release dates. Pickup at the Pierce or Lawrence school can be arrange upon request. We will have a different craft project each session. So check back or call for the projects you like.

When you attend your first class you will receive your “Bee List” card. This card allows you to receive 10% off all beads and materials until June 1, 2012. You will receive a stamp for every class you take and when you take 5 classes the 6th one is FREE! Your card will be valid through June 1, 2012 and is transferable among siblings.

Students are welcome to bring a snack and bottle of water to class.

Cost is $40.00 per class and includes materials. Advance Registration is requested for all classes as space is limited.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
All
Materials Fee:
Materials included

$35.00 — $40.00

$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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Jan
25
6:30 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

$30.00

$40.00

You save $10.00 (25%)!

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 I: 6 Week Workshop for Tweens and Teens

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Sewing I: 6-Week Workshop for Kids and Teens

Learn the essentials of sewing. In this 6 week,  2 hour session workshop, you will learn how to hand sew, operate a sewing machine, select fabrics, sew a button and more.

Hand Sewing and Buttons – You will get get comfortable with fabrics and thread to create fashionable flower embellishments to use on T-shirts, bags, headbands or pins.  In this session we will thread a needle, follow simple patterns, cut fabric, hand sew and sew a button. It’s a great way to ease into the machine.

Get to know the machine – You will learn about the parts of the machine, how to wind a bobbin and thread the machine. We will practice stitches and pivoting. In this class, we will make beautifully sewn cards.

Make a Tote – focus on sewing straight lines to create a tote bag. You will follow a simple pattern for the exterior and interior of the tote.

Be Green and ReUse – use your new skills to up-cycle an existing pair of jeans and/or t-shirt. We will create ruffles, flowers and other embellishments to dress up a T-shirt or existing pair of jeans.

A material list is available upon registration. Scissors, pins, thread and material will be available for use during class. Additional materials can be purchased at Abeille. Please bring bottle water and a snack.

* If you own a machine, please bring it so you can become an expert on your own machine. We also have machines available for use. Please request one at the time of registration.

** No class on 2/25 due to school vacation

Duration:
6 – 2.25 hour sessions
Level:
Beginner
Materials Fee:
Essential Materials Included

$190.00

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.

Children should be 10 years old or older. Private and semi-private lessons can be arranged for younger children.

Mom and Me Jewelry Making Class

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Jul ’11
19
1:30 pm

Mom and Me Jewelry Making Class

Come bring your mother or take your child to a beginner basics class geared toward ages 5+. We’ll have projects for ages 4-11, young adults and adults.

The Fee below is per person so you must register each participant. A minimum of two people are required to participate and one person in the group should be old enough to be the other’s mother. :-)

Duration:
1.5 hours
Level:
Beginner
Materials Fee:
Materials Not 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.

Price is per person, minimum 2 people.

Decoupage – Cuff or Bottle

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Oct ’11
24
1:00 am
Dec ’11
28
1:00 pm
Jan
18
6:30 pm

Decoupage - Bottle or Cuff Class

Create something unique with everyday items. In this class you will learn to create either an eco-friendly piece of jewelry or a unique way to display your jewelry with this original decorated bottle.

You will collage a bracelet cuff or recycled wine  bottle using various papers and recycled materials. You can hang your rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets from a branch or the mouth of the bottle!

Bottles, papers and glues will be provided. Cuffs are an additional $5. You can bring any 2-D materials or papers you would like to incorporate into the decoupage design. Additional papers and materials are also available for purchase.

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

$30.00 — $40.00

$40.00

You save $10.00 (25%)!

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.