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We’re a Fun and Friendly Bead
Store. Come Bead with Us!
Please note that not ALL classes include your supplies in
the cost of tuition. For those that do not, supply lists are provided for you in
the store.
Why Take a Class?
1. First and foremost, classes are a good way to learn a new skill
in an encouraging, creative environment. Our teachers love what they do and want
you to love doing it too.
2. Students receive a 10% discount on store
merchandise related to their class during store hours. (Some restrictions may
apply.)
3. Students who take classes regularly are eligible to receive
frequent-beader coupons good for discounts on selected classes.
4. We’re
excited about our student’s work and want others to see it. We are constructing
a page on our website dedicated to showcasing student projects and posting
testimonials. This enables family and friends to see what students have learned,
and it also allows prospective students to see how others have liked their class
experience.
5. Class tuition counts towards the Bead Club Cards. Cards that
are full may be redeemed for store credit. Please see a staff member for
details.
Class Policies
1. Students must register and pay for classes in advance. We
cannot hold seats without payment.
2. Students who miss class due to illness,
family matters, etc. may choose to apply their tuition to another class of their
choice or store merchandise. We do not provide refunds.
3. Please be on time
to your class. Have any supplies not included in your tuition already purchased
and with you by the time class starts. Class time does not include shopping for
supplies.
4. We ask that you purchase your class supplies in our store
unless your class supply list notes otherwise. Outside beads will not be
permitted.
A Note of Thanks
As a small family-owned business, we appreciate your patronage and loyalty. We’re proud to be Cary’s favorite place to make jewelry and strive to make sure our customers feel welcome and comfortable. We hope you’ll feel at home in our shop and at ease with our staff. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your experience with us a more enjoyable one. We have a suggestion box up by the register—feel free to drop comments, questions, or proposals inside. See a class you’d like to take and the date has already passed? Let us know and we just may run it again. See something in a magazine or book you’d like to learn how to make? Tell us and we’ll see if it’s something that might work as a class project. We’re always open to new ideas and want to do what it takes to keep you coming back.
Project Colors
The class samples are meant to be an illustration of the technique you will learn in each class; they are not intended to be examples of the colors you will use. Students in each class will have different color palettes that may or may not be a reflection of colors used in the sample. If you have a strong preference for one color over another, please alert the staff at least 24 hours prior to when your class starts. We will make every effort to accommodate your request; we cannot, however, guarantee that we will have your color choice in stock.
Stringing Theory Class covers the fundamental beading techniques, including choosing the right combination of beads, creating your design layout, stringing materials, tools, and final construction. $20 Excludes supplies
Rapunzel Ring A woven ring that appears fresh off the spindle. Learn to manipulate sterling silver wire and crystals into a sculptural work of art. $25 Excludes supplies
Charmed Necklace Semi-precious and glass beads drip off a chain. Learn to wire wrap both vertically and horizontally drilled beads in a way that turns them into dangling charms. $25 Excludes supplies
Linked Bracelet This class covers how to link beads together to form a bracelet. This technique may be used to create necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more. $25 Excludes supplies
Silk Cord Necklace Learn how to space and knot this simple knotted necklace using silk cord, Czech glass beads and Swarovski crystals. You will finish your necklace using knot covers and a clasp. $34 Includes supplies
Hop Scotch Necklace This fun and fashionable necklace will delight you with its simple stringing technique. You will also learn to attach a clasp using crimp beads. $20 Excludes supplies
Flower Pendant Necklace Choose from a selection of semi-precious beads to wire wrap into a unique flower pendant. Contrast with the addition of a glass bead. Finish off with cord, attach fold-over crimps and a clasp. $42 Includes supplies
Braided Kumihimo Bracelet Use the Japanese Kumihimo disk to create this braided spiral tubed bracelet. Sterling silver cones and Swaroviski crystals are added to present an elegant finish. $28 Excludes supplies
Knotted Bracelet Knots are a decorative way to protect beads from rubbing up against and scratching one another. Learn to use silk cord for knotting between glass or stone beads. Class covers proper knotting, knot covers, clasp attachment, and tool use. $20 Excludes supplies
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