Registration is fast and easy and can be completed over the phone. Registration and pre-payment are required to save your spot in the class. If you need to withdraw from a class, please give us 24 hours notice and we will place you in another class or issue you a refund or credit. We will also phone you the day before class to remind you.
You will need to purchase materials for most classes… available at Bead Gallery 2 at 15% discount to class participants. Please plan on having all your materials ready ahead of time so that the class can begin right on time.
BG2 Classes – click on image for larger view
*The following classes are available by appointment.
Private classes
The rates for lessons are as follows (depending on class prices may vary slightly):
| One Hour | $20 | Two Hours: | $40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One & 1/2 Hours | $30 | Three Hours: | $60 |
Bezel Set Pendant
#1 – Bezel Set Pendant
Instructor: Angela
$50 – Materials Extra
This classic design is a basic skill for silver smiths. Learn how to set a cabochon (flat backed stone) into a bezel cup you make yourself. Finish your beautiful pendant by attaching a bail for hanging on a cord or chain
Tue 05-14-13 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Sterling Hammered Ring
#1 – Sterling Hammered Ring
Instructor: Angela
$50 – Materials Extra
Learn basic silver smith skills (sawing, filing, shaping, hammering, soldering) when you make this stunning ring from thick silver wire.
Tue 04-16-13 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Basic Earrings
#1 – Basic Earrings
Instructor: Joy
$35 – Materials Included
Learn the basics of earring construction and design. You will make 3 pairs of earrings while learning how to create a perfect gallery wrap, how to dangle a bead from a chain and how to attach a top-drilled (briolette) bead.
Wed 04-17-13 6 – 8 p.m.
Drilling
#1 – Drilling a Stone
Instructor: Angela
$30 – Materials Extra
Learn how to use a drill to make a bead out of a stone (or create a bigger hole in an existing bead.) Learn to “tap” (drill part way into) a stone and attach a bail using jeweler’s epoxy. If time permits, students will be able to tap their own stones. Students usually drill at least two stones.
Tue 04-30-13 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Pearl Knotting
#1 Pearl Knotting
Instructor: Joy
$25 – Materials Extra
Create a traditionally knotted pearl bracelet on silk, tying a knot between each pearl and finishing by attaching a clasp using French wire. Then learn how to make a “floating pearl” necklace with knotted pearls and exposed silk thread, finishing with bead tips to attach a clasp.
Wed 04-24-13 6 – 8 p.m.
Basic Stringing
#1 Basic Stringing
Instructor: Joy
$35 – Materials Included
Learn the basics of stringing on beading wire and attaching the clasp with crimps. You will also learn a wire wrapped loop to make a pair of matching earrings.
Wed 04-10-13 6 – 8 p.m.