Class Schedule

Date/Time
ALL CLASS MATERIALS MUST BE PURCHASED AT BEAD WORKS
All classes take place at our store unless otherwise noted.
 Fees
January 31
7 -- 9 PM
Basic Bead Stringing
Learn basic stringing techniques.  Use tigertail and crimps to make a necklace, bracelet, bookmark, or eyeglass chain.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
February 1
7 -- 9 PM
Wire Knitz
Tap into your fashion-forward outlook by creating a unique bracelet out of an amazing new pre-knitted wire mesh product. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
February 7
7 -- 9 PM

This weaving technique uses leather and beads to create a Chann-Lu inspired work of art that can be worn as a necklace or as a multi-wrapped bracelet.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
February 8 & 15
7 -- 8:30 PM
Wire Wrapping
Learn how to wire wrap individual beads using 24-guage wire—a must for making earrings or attaching beads to chain. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $45 enrollment fee
February 9
7 -- 8:30 PM
Chain Leather Wrap
An easy class for people who love the wrap look but who also want more immediate gratification. Make these wraps in subtle or wild color combinations. Sophisticated enough for the chic adults, yet fun for tweens as well.
 $22 enrollment fee
February 15
7 -- 9 PM
Macramé
Learn the basic macramé stitch and make a sliding macramé and bead adjustable bracelet or necklace.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
February 21
7 -- 9 PM
Design and make an accordion netted collar.  Choose from a variety of beads to give your collar a unique look.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
February 28
7 -- 8 PM
Bead and Wire Ring
Create a dramatic and elegant beaded ring using a mandril, wire and stones. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $22 enrollment fee
March 6
7 -- 9 PM
Wire Knitz
Tap into your fashion-forward outlook by creating a unique bracelet out of an amazing new pre-knitted wire mesh product. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
March 7
7 -- 9 PM
Basic Bead Stringing
Learn basic stringing techniques.  Use tigertail and crimps to make a necklace, bracelet, bookmark, or eyeglass chain.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
March 13
7 -- 9 PM
This weaving technique uses leather and beads to create a Chann-Lu inspired work of art that can be worn as a necklace or as a multi-wrapped bracelet.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
March 14
7 -- 9 PM

Even Count Peyote Beads
Learn the peyote stitch to create a “beaded bead” to use in combination with other beads for an incredible look. Knowledge of basic stringing and crimping advised. Materials should be purchased prior to class
 $25 enrollment fee
March 20 & 27
7 -- 8:30  PM
Wire Wrapping
Learn how to wire wrap individual beads using 24-guage wire—a must for making earrings or attaching beads to chain. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $45 enrollment fee
March 21
7 -- 9 PM

Tree of Life Pendant
Create an amazingly intricate pendant depicting a Tree of Life using wire and small beads. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
March 22
7 -- 9 PM
Vintage Beaded Knitted Bags
Learn how to bead a vintage purse. Basic knitting skills—casting on, garter stitch, and binding off—required. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
March 27
7 -- 9 PM
 Adorn yourself with a free-form sculptural bracelet made with wire and a wide array of dramatic beads. . Materials should be purchased prior to class.
$25 enrollment fee
March 29
7 -- 8:30 PM
 An easy class for people who love the wrap look but who also want more immediate gratification. Make these wraps in subtle or wild color combinations. Sophisticated enough for the chic adults, yet fun for tweens as well. $22 enrollment fee
April 4
7 -- 9 PM
Learn to knot and add a professional appearance to your projects. Knot fresh water pearls to create a bracelet or necklace. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
April 10 & 17
7 -- 8:30  PM
Wire Wrapping
Learn how to wire wrap individual beads using 24-guage wire—a must for making earrings or attaching beads to chain. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $45 enrollment fee
April 11
7 -- 9 PM
Macramé
Learn the basic macramé stitch and make a sliding macramé and bead adjustable bracelet or necklace.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
April 18
7 -- 8 PM
Learn and easy and addictive wire-knitting technique.  Integrating wire and beads, you will create an intricate cage-like design for a bracelet or necklace. No knitting experience necessary. Appropriate for all skill levels. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $20 enrollment fee
April 19
7 -- 8:30 PM
Wire Ring
Make a dazzling wire-wrapped ring. This class is for intermediate and advanced beaders. Wire-wrapping experience is a must.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $22 enrollment fee
April 24
7 -- 9 PM
Right Angle Weave Bracelet
Create a stunning crystal bracelet while learning the remarkably versatile right angle weave stitch.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
April 26
7 -- 9 PM
Macramé
Learn the basic macramé stitch and make a sliding macramé and bead adjustable bracelet or necklace.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
$25 enrollment fee
May 1
7 -- 9 PM
Basic Bead Stringing
Learn basic stringing techniques.  Use tigertail and crimps to make a necklace, bracelet, bookmark, or eyeglass chain.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
May 2
7 -- 9 PM
Tap into your fashion-forward outlook by creating a unique bracelet out of an amazing new pre-knitted wire mesh product. Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
May 8
7 -- 9 PM
This weaving technique uses leather and beads to create a Chann-Lu inspired work of art that can be worn as a necklace or as a multi-wrapped bracelet.  Materials should be purchased prior to class.
 $25 enrollment fee
May 9
7 -- 8:30 PM
 An easy class for people who love the wrap look but who also want more immediate gratification. Make these wraps in subtle or wild color combinations. Sophisticated enough for the chic adults, yet fun for tweens as well. $22 enrollment fee
May 15
7 -- 9 PM
Learn basic techniques and create a beautiful hand-loomed item of your choice. Loom and beading materials should be purchased prior to class.
$25 enrollment fee

Receive a 10% discount on all merchandise purchased
from time of enrollment until course completion.

Enrollment fees are non-refundable.
Private Classes available - $35 per hour
Ask about scheduling a private beading party, too!


Regular store hours are Monday 12 to 5 and Tuesday through Saturday 10 to 5

32751 Franklin Road

Franklin, Michigan 48025

248-855-5230
www.franklinbeadworks.com
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