Beadology Iowa

Master this quick and easy netting stitch to create a bracelet.Use 6mm beads with Toho seed beads to make this tubular (circular) netted bracelet.No experience needed.Instructor: Karen Kubby.$35 instructor fee toKirkwood/$35 materials fee to Beadology Iowa.

Local Event: Netted Bead Bracelet through Kirkwood

Johnson County

Iowa City

Iowa

Netted Bead Bracelet through Kirkwood

Master this quick and easy netting stitch to create a bracelet.Use 6mm beads with Toho seed beads to make this tubular...

Wholesale beads, gemstones, and freshwater pearls. These items are higher end quality supplies for the avid beader. It is a rare opportunity to purchase wholesale, so we wanted to bring this beautiful opportunity to our customers. Janu Gems has offices in California, Athens, Greece, and Fairfield, Iowa.No admissions fee.

Local Event: Janu Gems Trunk Show

Janu Gems Trunk Show

Wholesale beads, gemstones, and freshwater pearls. These items are higher end quality supplies for the avid beader. It is a...

Make a metal chain with a matching clasp.Learn to coil wire, cut your jump rings, and then solder them.Explore options for adding texture and shaping your links.Forge a clasp to match your chain.This class offers lots of repetition to build your soldering and metal working skills.No experience needed.Instructor: Maggie Joynt.Registration is $88 and includes all materials, instruction, and use of tools during class. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.

Local Event: Metal Chain and Clasp Making

Metal Chain and Clasp Making

Make a metal chain with a matching clasp.Learn to coil wire, cut your jump rings, and then solder them.Explore options for...

Make a top drilled sheep that faces forward and has long floppy ears.Then try another method, making a through drilled sheep that is full bodied.Mix and match techniques to build your own breed.Instructor: Karen Kubby
Pre-requisite: Basic lampworking skills.Registration is $120 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools, and annealing.Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.

Local Event: “Lamb-work” Sheep-Two Breeds

“Lamb-work” Sheep-Two Breeds

Make a top drilled sheep that faces forward and has long floppy ears.Then try another method, making a through drilled sheep...

In this improved version of this design, add freshwater pearls to copper wire.Wrap your wire around a sturdy armature.Learn to create a hook-n-eye clasp that comes organically from the piece.No experience needed.Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford.Registration is $78 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line. Demos projected onto a large screen.

Local Event: Pearl & Copper Wrapped Bracelet

Pearl & Copper Wrapped Bracelet

In this improved version of this design, add freshwater pearls to copper wire.Wrap your wire around a sturdy armature.Learn to...

Everyone needs a classic string of pearls. In this class, you will learn the secrets of making pearl knotting easy.Each person will leave with a bracelet made with freshwater pearls and a sterling silver clasp.No previous experience necessary.$35 instructor fee to Kirkwood/$35 materials fee to Beadology Iowa.

Local Event: Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood

Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood

Everyone needs a classic string of pearls. In this class, you will learn the secrets of making pearl knotting easy.Each person...

Follow a pattern to make flat beaded citrus slice charms using Delica seed beads and odd count peyote stitch.Make up to 3 charms, which will hang from a ring.You can then attach them to ear wires, a zipper pull, or to your backpack.No experience needed.Instructor: Emma Folsom.Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line. Demos projected onto a large screen.

Local Event: Friday Night Out: Citrus Beaded Charms

Friday Night Out: Citrus Beaded Charms

Follow a pattern to make flat beaded citrus slice charms using Delica seed beads and odd count peyote stitch.Make up to 3...

This class emphasizes professional stringing and design techniques. You will make two bracelets using Czech Republic pressed glass beads and sterling silver spacers.Each will use different stringing materials. One bracelet will be strung on nylon and the second bracelet on flexible wire.You will learn how to use crimp beads to finish the second bracelet. Both bracelets will be secure and beautiful. No experience needed.Instructor: Charlie Jakowchuk.
This is a family and kid friendly class.Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.

Local Event: Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing

Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing

This class emphasizes professional stringing and design techniques.  You will make two bracelets using Czech Republic pressed...

Who doesn’t need a new pair of earrings?Learn to make earrings for yourself or as gifts.Solid instruction on the use of jewelry tools will assist you in making three pairs of earrings. Two wirework skills will be practiced and used to make three pairs of earrings. You will make earrings from Czech pressed glass, stone, freshwater pearls, and Swarovski crystals.No experience needed.Instructor: Karen Kubby.
Note: This class serves as a pre-requisite for many Beadology Iowa classes.Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.

Local Event: Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework

Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework

Who doesn’t need a new pair of earrings?Learn to make earrings for yourself or as gifts.Solid instruction on the use of jewelry...

Learn or hone your snake weave skills to make a lovely woven bracelet.Add stones as you weave.Create a clasp for a custom fit.No experience needed.Instructor: Zanetta Hoehle.Registration is $78 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line. Demos projected onto a large screen.

Local Event: Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads

Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads

Learn or hone your snake weave skills to make a lovely woven bracelet.Add stones as you weave.Create a clasp for a custom...

Learn to use a pattern by Sue Neel with the guidance of a Beadology Iowa instructor. Use Toho round seed beads and Czech fire polish beads to create an armature that will hold a large Swarovski pearl. You can make these earrings with or without the pearl. Participants must purchase the pattern for $7 via <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/863646143/captured-pearl-pdf-beadweaving-pattern" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. Materials are included in the registration fee. No experience needed.Instructor: Karen Kubby.Registration is $72 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line. Demos projected onto a large screen.

Local Event: Captured Pearl Earrings

Captured Pearl Earrings

 Learn to use a pattern by Sue Neel with the guidance of a Beadology Iowa instructor.   Use Toho round seed beads and Czech...

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Janu Gems Trunk Show

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Metal Chain and Clasp Making

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“Lamb-work” Sheep-Two Breeds

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Pearl & Copper Wrapped Bracelet

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Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood

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Friday Night Out: Citrus Beaded Charms

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Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing

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Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework

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Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads

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Captured Pearl Earrings

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