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to Beadbrains!
Summer is finally here!! And that means more crafting fun! I've got macrame on the brain since I'm in the process of writing a new book on macrame. So there's a bunch of new classes at the San Gabriel Bead Company.
I was recently spotted on an episode of Craft Lab on DIY Network. I made the coolest fused glass wall sconce. Didn't get to see it myself since I accidently cancelled that part of my cable. Ooops. If anyone has a copy...I'll be on DIY Jewelry Making again soon. They did just show a couple of different segments which will be repeated. Recycling and fusing. Good times. And if you're intersted in learning glass bead making or glass fusing or macramé check my schedule of classes further down the page. And if you want to see when I may be on DIY again go to their site...DIY Jewelry Making
Check out the coolest macramé beaded curtain made of my beads and brown suede lace.
It's a how-to article for the magazine Craft in their fourth issue. You should be able to get a copy through their web site. I'm teaching some macramé classes at The San Gabriel Bead Company. Check the schedule of classes below. Let's get knotty!
But check out the curtain and let me know what you think.
I've just added alot of new goodies on etsy. Check them out. There are monsters and sweet treats and sterling silver charms and findings. I'll be adding new things everyday. There's a link to my etsy store just a bit down.
And there's a bunch of classes coming up. I'm currently teaching at The San Gabriel Bead Company, Pacific Art Glass in Gardena, The Stitch Cafe in Valley Village, and Lighthouse Stained Glass in Los Angeles. Here's the current listing of classes available. Always check with the facility to make sure there are no schedule changes.
June 7, 2008 12pm-5pm - Lighthouse Stained Glass - Beginning Glass Beadmaking. Learn glass bead making on a professional torch so you can make beautiful beads for your jewelry. No experience necessary. Limited space available. Material list at store. Any questions please call 323.465.4475.
June 12, 2008 7-10pm - The San Gabriel Bead Company - Macrame Donut Necklace. We start with a donut bead as the centerpiece and with as little as 4 different knots we'll make a great necklace. This design translates really well into a belt. No experience necessary. Limited space available. Material list at store. Any questions please call 626.447.7753.
July 16, 2008 7-10pm - The San Gabriel Bead Company - Macrame Sampler Necklace. This is a great introduction to macrame teaching at least 4-5 different knots and combinations. You'll create a classic macrame piece witha real 70's flair. No experience necessary. Limited space available. Material list at store. Any questions please call 626.447.7753.
August 2, 2008 11am-4pm - The San Gabriel Bead Company - Beginning Glass Beadmaking. Learn glass bead making on a professional torch so you can make beautiful beads for your jewelry. No experience necessary. Limited space available. Material list at store. Any questions please call 626.447.7753.
August 5, 2008 7-10pm - The San Gabriel Bead Company - Macrame Chandelier Earrings. This is not your mother's macrame. Using wire, pearls, semi-precious stones and alternating square knots you'll create a lovely pair of earrings that will highlight any special occassion outfit. Some wire and/or macrame experience necessary. Limited space available. Material list at store. Any questions please call 626.447.7753.
August 14, 2008 7-10pm - The San Gabriel Bead Company - Macrame Twisting Knot Charm Bracelet. This is a great introduction to macrame that incorporates beads and charms with the very simple repeating half knot also known as the twist knot or spiral. No experience necessary. Limited space available. Material list at store. Any questions please call 626.447.7753.
TBA 12pm-3pm - The Stitch Cafe - Beginning Glass Fusing. Learn glass fusing. Make your own buttons or pendants with art glass. No experience necessary. Limited space available. $20 materials fee. Any questions please call 818.980.1234.
TBA 11am-4pm - The Stitch Cafe - Beginning Glass Beadmaking. Learn glass bead making on a professional torch so you can make beautiful beads for your jewelry. No experience necessary. Limited space available. Any questions please call 818.980.1234.
If you have any questions regarding glass bead making or my jewelry please email me at beadbrains@sbcglobal.net. For any purchases I accept Paypal and checks and money orders. Thanks for your time! Now go make beads!!!
updated 6.2.08
