| Jun |
| 26 |
| 1:00 pm |
| Jun |
| 27 |
| 1:00 pm |
| Jun |
| 28 |
| 1:00 pm |
| Jun |
| 29 |
| 1:00 pm |
Summer Vacation Workshop for Teens & Tweens
$210.00
$180.00
You save $30.00 (14%)!
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We have designed our workshops to meet the needs of students of all levels. We will spend four half-day sessions learning a variety of techniques and creating several projects throughout the week. The groups will be split into “Fundamentals” and “Advanced”. Each participant will have the opportunity to work at their own pace. Projects will vary fr0m session to session so the workshops offer a new experience each time. Some of the projects covered will be as follows:
Fundamentals and Fun
Learn to make bracelets, earrings, pins and pendants. We will also work on more advanced techniques to create some trendy repurposed jewelry using resin.
- color, design, layout, tools and materials
- attaching a clasp to create a bracelet
- using wire to make earrings
- decoupage
- weaving and more, as time permits
Advanced Techniques
In our advanced class, we will provide a quick review of the basics. Techniques covered will be as follows:
- color, design, layout, tools and materials
- wire working
- loops, wrapping and linking
- wire wrapped rings
- twisted branch or coiling technique
- working with paper, punches, resin and found objects (bottle caps, Scrabble Tiles and paper)Ages: 10+
Duration: Four – 3 Hour Sessions (you can also register for individual day sessions for $55 /session)
Fee: $180, includes materials
* This is an interactive session. Students work at their own level and we are happy to explore individual interests.
- Duration:
- Level:
- Materials Fee:
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.
This class is aimed for Teens and Tweens. Times can be changed upon request.
Bangles and Charms Resin Series
| Jan |
| 16 |
| 6:15 pm |
| Jan |
| 23 |
| 6:15 pm |
| Jan |
| 30 |
| 6:15 pm |
| Feb |
| 13 |
| 6:15 pm |
| Feb |
| 20 |
| 6:15 pm |
| Feb |
| 27 |
| 6:15 pm |
Bangle and Charms Resin Series
$134.00
$100.00
You save $34.00 (25%)!
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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 and Wire Working
Week 3: Metal Stamping
Week 4: Image Transfer
Week 5: Wire Working
Week 6: Project Work
** Class will not meet on Wednesday, Feb 6.
Resin requires 24 hours to dry so please note that pieces will not always be ready the same day.
- Duration:
- 6-2 hours
- Level:
- All levels
- Materials:
- Some Materials Included
- Sessions:
- 4 Sessions
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.
* We will not be meeting on Feb 6th.
Resin Bottle Cap Jewelry and Accessories Class
| Jan |
| 23 |
| 6:15 pm |
Resin Jewelry and Accessory Class
$40.00
$35.00
You save $5.00 (13%)!
Create one of kind pins, magnets, rings, earrings or pendants using recycled bottle caps, scrabble tiles, 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, images 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 pieces into pins, rings, pendants, cuff links, earrings or personalized ornaments and key chains.
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
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.
Having a blast developing the Summer Workshops
It’s been so much fun working with the Pierce girls to develop projects for our upcoming kids summer workshops. Below are some pictures of the projects.

Memory Wire Bracelet

Twisted Branch Bracelet

Resin Jewelry

Wire Wrapped Earrings

charm-bracelet

Daisy Necklace
For more information, check out Summer Workshops.
Bangles and Charms Resin Series
| Jan ’12 |
| 18 |
| 6:30 pm |
| Jan ’12 |
| 25 |
| 6:30 pm |
| Feb ’12 |
| 1 |
| 6:30 pm |
| Feb ’12 |
| 8 |
| 6:30 pm |
| Feb ’12 |
| 15 |
| 6:30 pm |
| Feb ’12 |
| 22 |
| 6:30 pm |
Bangle and Charms Resin Series
$134.00
$100.00
You save $34.00 (25%)!
Free Shipping!
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 and Wire Working
Week 3: Metal Stamping
Week 4: Image Transfer
Week 5: Wire Working
Week 6: Project Work
** Class will not meet on Wednesday, Feb 6.
Resin requires 24 hours to dry so please note that pieces will not always be ready the same day.
- Duration:
- 6-2 hours
- Level:
- All levels
- Materials:
- Some Materials Included
- Sessions:
- 4 Sessions
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.
Our Secret is Out
What a nice surprise to discover Abeille in the Lifestyle section of the Boston Globe. The Globe’s “bargin hunter” has shared some of our specials, particularly 40% off Bottle Cap and Scrabble Tile Jewelry this month.

We are also offering 20% off on stringing materials and additional specials to our “Bee List” customers. Stop in or Signup online to become part of our “Bee List”.
If you are inspired, we offer a full line of classes, including Scrabble Tile and Bottle Cap techniques. So come in and enjoy!
Resin Photo Charms
| Feb ’11 |
| 12 |
| 3:00 pm |
Transform your favorite photographs into beautiful photo pendants! You will learn how to use a high quality, non-toxic jeweler’s resin to encase your photographs. A variety of decoration techniques will also be covered. Students will have the option of making one or two pendants.

Resin Photo Pendant
Please be sure to bring one or two photographs to make into a pendant. You can choose from one of the following dimensions: Square: 1 3/8″ Oval or Rectangle: 1″ x 1 5/8″
Date: TBD
Duration: 2 hour sessions
Fee: $35, plus cost of photo pendants
Skill level: 14+


