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Wire Wrapped Rings

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Feb
18
11:00 am
Apr
4
6:30 pm

Wire Wrapped Rings Class

In this class, you will create two rings: (1) a modern ring using a focal bead or button and (2) a ring using a flat stone or bead. We will cover basic wire-working techniques, gauge and tools. You will also learn how to use a ring mandrel and create rings in specific sizes.

Duration:
1.5 hours
Level:
Intermediate
Materials:
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.

Stone Linking or Create Your Own Rosary Beads

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Mar
28
6:30 pm

Stone Linking or Create Your Own Rosary Beads Class

In this class, we will cover two techniques to make stylish linked jewelry or rosary beads (your choice).  You will learn to about wire gauge and wrapping technique. These skills can be applied to all kinds of jewelry – from earrings to necklaces. The possibilities are endless.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
Beginner
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.

Bangles and Charms

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Jan
18
6:30 pm
Jan
25
6:30 pm
Feb
1
6:30 pm
Feb
8
6:30 pm
Feb
15
6:30 pm
Feb
29
6:30 pm

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

$240.00

You save $60.00 (25%)!

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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 Working: Wrapped Briolette Earrings or Necklace

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Feb
11
11:00 am
Mar
28
6:30 pm

Wire Working: Briolette Wrapped Earrings or Necklace Class

In this class, you can make a beautiful pair of earrings or necklace using an intermediate wire-wrapping and briolette wrapping techniques. We will discuss types of wire, wire gauge and key tools (round-nose pliers, flat-nose pliers, cutters and nylon pliers).

We will review design concepts and learn to work with wire, chain, briolettes and beads to make a stunning piece.

The use of tools and hand-outs are included in the class fee. Materials are additional and selections will be made during class time. 10% off all purchases made on the date of the class.

Prerequisite: Beginner Basic’s or Earring Basics is ideal

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
Intermediate, Ages 16+
Materials:
Not included

$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.

Beaded Hammered Hoop Earrings Class

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Feb
25
11:00 am
Apr
11
6:30 pm

Beaded Hammered Hoop Earrings Class

You can't beat it!

In this class, students will create a beautiful pair of earrings that are wrapped in delicate beads by using pre-shaped hoops. Learn about the basics of wire gauge, tools, wire wrapping and even hammering techniques to wrap beads directly onto hammered wire.

Advanced beaders who have completed a Briolette Wrapping class can try their hand at making the hoop.

Students also will see examples of how hammered rings can be used in a variety of jewelry making projects, such as chain necklaces or bracelets. A 10% discount will be given for supplies and all purchases made the day of the 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.

Make Your Own Findings – Hammering

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Mar
3
11:00 am

Make Your Own Findings - Hammering Class

You will learn about types of wire, wire gauge and softness. We will discuss how to strengthen wire and when to hammer. In this class, we will discover how to make eye pins, head pins, decorative swirls, clasps and ear wires including those used in our Hot Moroccan Night earrings.

Tools and materials are included in this class fee. Additional costs for Sterling.

Duration:
2 hours
Level:
Beginner
Materials:
Materials Included

$0.00 — $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.

Wire Working Series

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Mar
21
6:30 pm
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.