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BeadSmart Beading Group  This month we are introducing the BeadSmart Beading Group which will be held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month Wednesday 17 February at 7.00pm – 9.30pm Cost - $10 per person Tea, Coffee and bickies will be provided Come along, meet other local beading enthusiast, share ideas, have a cuppa and some fun.  Feel free to bring your current project to work on or just come and socialise. RSVP is essential as numbers are limited So send me an email or pop in and book your spot now.  Please remember to put your name on all your tools.

 

Classes in February

"Starry Nights"

by Lavinia McEwan

Twinkle twinkle little star or in this case stars.  Come along and create this beautiful bracelet using czech firepolish crystals.  Learn the art of multiple strand bracelets.

Learn the basics of Glass Fusing with a Microwave Kiln.  Keep what you make in class!  You will be taught the basics of Glass Fusing and learn how to put together pieces and use the Microwave Kiln to achieve the desired fused glass results using System 96 Glass, cubic zirconias and glass frits.   

Costs:

$65 per person

Includes materials & findings for 2 pieces

Class Dates & times

Wednesday Night - 7.00pm – 9.00pm

10 February 2010

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Crocheted Wire Bracelet

In this class you will learn how to crochet a stunning bracelet using beads and wire. The use of tools is included in the cost of the class and you can choose a kit to suit your personal style and price range.

If you’ve never made jewellery before or you just want to brush up on some of the skills you already have, this is the class for you.In this class we make a gorgeous necklace, bracelet and earring set with beads that are included in the cost of the class.  This will cover the techniques needed for you to go on and create endless professional looking jewellery designs.

“Les Fleurs”

by Lavinia McEwan

Create your own blooms in this gorgeous Swarovski crystal bracelet.  We will learn the Right Angle Weave (RAW) technique using the two needle method along with learning how to attach a clasp.  When you have finished, sit back and watch the light bounce off this beautiful bracelet.  

by Lavinia McEwan

You will learn to make this fabulous Czech crystal bracelet using a flat spiral technique as well as the art of attaching clasps.  This bracelet is not only beautiful but elegant too. There will be plenty of bling with "Claire" on your wrist.You have the choice of a Czech beads or a Swarovski crystal kit for this one.  

by Lavinia McEwan

With this lovely but simple bracelet you will learn the art of even count peyote.  This ancient stitch is an off loom weave.  The name "peyote stitch" derives from the use of peyote beading by the North American Indians. You will also learn to decrease beads and attach a clasp.  Once mastered peyote can be used in many different ways.

Wednesday Night - 7.00pm - 9.00pm

 24 February 2010 

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  “Razzle Dazzle” & “A Bit of Bling”

by Lavinia McEwan

Double delight in this class.  Firstly you will learn to make a stunning delicate Swarovski ring and then go to the other end of the scale to make a chunky "bling" ring using wire and beads.  “Razzle Dazzle” follows a Right Angle Weave pattern for our featured crystals and is finished off with a seed bead band.  With "Bit of Bling" your creative juices will flow as you work freeform, creating your own design along the way.

Costs:

$25 per person plus kit

(kits from $14.50)

Class Dates & times

Wednesday Night - 7.00pm – 9.00pm

31 February 2010

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“My Sweet Chevron”

by Lavinia McEwan

Beautiful chevron chain, so feminine and delicate.  You will love the feel of this bracelet and will learn how to attach a bead clasp and loop to create that extra special look.  "My Sweet Chevron" can be worn with the clasp under your wrist as normal or with it sitting at the top as an extra feature.

Costs:

$25 per person

plus kit (kits from $10.50)

Class Dates & times

Saturday Morning - 10.00am – 12.00

20 February 2010

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“Miss Daisy”

 by Lavinia McEwan

Did you ever sit in a field as a child and make daisy chains?  Well now you can create the "beadie" version.  Pretty "Miss Daisy" will have you creating a beautiful, delicate bracelet.  We will also learn to make a ball clasp and loop to enhance your work. 

Costs:

$25 per person - plus kit

(kits from $9.50)

Class Dates & times

Unavailable in February 2010

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Bookings are essential. 

Phone, email or pop into the shop to secure your spot in class with just a $25 deposit.

Shop 8 - 99 Wondall Road Manly West

Phone 07 3168 2161

Across the road from the Leagues Club. 

We are tucked away behind the fruit barn and next to the supermarket.

Opening Hours:
Tuesday - Friday - 9.30am - 2.30pm & 3.30pm - 5.00pm  (Closed for School Pick up hour)
Saturday - 9.30am - 1.00pm

Monday - Closed

BeadSmart warmly welcome you to browse our site.

BeadSmart specialises in producing one of a kind, handmade lampwork glass beads and fused dichroic jewellery.  Whether you incorporate BeadSmart art glass into your own stunning creation or just string them on a chain, length of ribbon or piece of leather, it is a creative way of accessorising. Each bead is as unique as the glass artist, who is skilled in the art of capturing movement and energy in a bead.

Passionate about providing a quality, holistic service, BeadSmart also sell a range of complimentary beading products. BeadSmart has a great working knowledge of all products available in their range so please feel free to ask for assistance.

Being a distributor for US beading company BeadSmith, BeadSmart has access to their huge range of product.  If there is something you are looking for please feel free to email BeadSmart and we will do our best to get it in for you.

BeadSmart products can be purchased online or at our shop at Shop 8 - 99 Wondall Road, Manly West, located in South East Queensland. Please contact Sharon for further information.