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Bangles and Charms

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Bangle and Charms Resin Series

If you are interested in our resin and decoupage classes, sign up for Bangles and Charms.

Gather your small buttons, photos, stamps, fabric scraps, cool papers or interesting images. In this class, you will learn a number of jewelry design techniques that will allow you to transform recycled materials such as bottle caps and scrabble tiles into mixed media charms and eye-catching accessories. Using small found odds and ends, you will learn how to setup your space, measure, mix and our a non-toxic jewelers resin as well as layer, add color and more. You will also learn some wire-working techniques to attach pieces or create frames that you can incorporate into finished pieces.

Students should bring materials they’d like to include in their pendants, fun decorative papers (wrapping paper is fine) and any odds and ends that seem interesting.

Week 1: Decoupage Cuff or Bottle
Week 2: Bottle Cap Pendant
Week 3: Image Transfer
Week 4: Metal Stamping
Week 5: Project Work
Week 6: Project Work
Resin requires 24 hours to dry so please note that pieces will not always be ready the same day.

* No class on Feb 22

Duration:
5-2 hours
Level:
All levels
Materials:
Some Materials Included
Sessions:
5 Sessions

$180.00

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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.

How to Make Paper Beads

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I love paper … I love to write letters, make and send cards, read and bind books … I can’t get enough so I incorporate it into my jewelry as well. Below are simple instructions on how to make paper beads.

Materials Needed:

Colorful papers (wrapping or scrapbook paper)
Scissors
Bamboo Skewers
Mod Podge Decoupage Medium
Resin (optional)

  1. Cut paper into triangles 1″x2″ long
  2. Apply Mod Podge to the back of the paper
  3. Starting with the wide-end of the paper, roll it tightly around a bamboo skewer
  4. Apply glue to the last approximate 1/2 : of paper and complete rolling.
  5. Once it is dry, apply decoupage medium (or resin) to create a glossy finish.

You can optionally coat the beads with mica powders for coloring.

If you are interested in learning more about using paper, decoupage or resin, then check out the mixed media classes at Abeille. A three week series starts Tuesday, June 2nd.

Halloween, A Muse Style

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At the “Halloween, A Muse Style” class we made five (5) unique, Halloween-themed cards using A Muse Artstamps’s wonderful line of papers, wood-mounted rubber stamps, ribbons, and fun embellishments, along with Copic markers and ellishments, along with Copic markers.

Halloween Card Designs

Summer Fun Cards

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We had a great time in the Summer Fun Cards Class. Here are some of our designs. I particularly enjoyed coloring the “Let’s do lunch” card and had lots of fun with Stickles and punches.  There was definitely something for everyone.

Summer Fun Cards

Summer Fun Cards

Sweet & Sparkly Holiday Cards

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Jul ’09
11
2:00 pm

At the Sweet & Sparkly Holiday Cards class, we made five (5) adorable cards using A Muse Artstamps’s wonderful line of papers, wood-mounted rubber stamps, ribbons and fun embellishments, along with a variety of craft punches and other tools. Some of these you have to see closely to pick up the sparkly surprises. I personally, love the boy catching the snowflake. It reminds me of when my sister got her glove, then her tongue, stuck on the school yard fence. These cards are sure to evoke some childhood memories.

Abeille Sweet and Sparkly Cards

Abeille Sweet and Sparkly Cards


Simply Elegant Holiday Cards Workshop

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Liz out did herself again this time with these beautiful designs shared in the Simply Elegant Holiday Card Workshop. We made five (5) stunningly simple and beautiful cards with A Muse Artstamps’s wonderful line of papers, wood-mounted rubber stamps, ribbons and fun embellishments, along with a variety of craft punches and other tools, to create truly special handmade greetings.  We embossed, water colored and mastered the stamp positioner. Liz shared lots of cool techniques. A good time was had by all.

Abeille Simply Elegant Card

Abeille Simply Elegant Card

Let us know if you are interested in partaking in a similar event as we get closer to the holiday season. It’s so hard to think about December merriment while we are finally basking in the long awaited sun.

A Muse “Grand Opening” and Make and Take! (Free)

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Jun ’09
7
1:00 pm

A Muse  has arrived at Abeille. We’d like to celebrate – and you’re invited!

The first 50 customers to visit the store between 1:00pm and 2:30 pm on Sunday, June 7 will be able to make one handmade card (from two available options) for free! Liz Ballard, Certified A Muse Instructor, will be on hand to offer helpful tips. We’ll also have snacks and will be giving away a door prize. And, if you’d like to stick around for more A Muse fun, sign up for the A Muse Birthdays, Brides, Babies & Blossoms class with Liz that will begin at 2:30 pm!

Make and Take Cards

Make and Take Cards

Date: Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 pm
Duration: 1.5 hours

A Muse “Grand Opening” and Make and Take

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Jun ’09
7
1:00 pm
On Sunday, June 7th, we celebrated the A Muse Grand Opening with a free Make & Take. Over 50 customers joined us for the party. Liz Ballard, certified A Muse instructor, was on-hand all afternoon to lead the group and provide helpful stamping tips. We enjoyed treats and prizes. A good time was had by all. Stay tuned for more details regarding our July A Muse event.

A Muse Make & Take Free Event

A Muse Make & Take Free Event