Our Commitment To YOU continues at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Your Questions/Comments Answered

Did you know 1 Stop has a suggestion box? We've received a number of good suggestions, and thought you might like to hear the answers. Look in this section each week for another answer to your questions.

Last week we answered about Advanced classes. Here's a question about beginner classes:
Question: Some classes are elementary. Could there be too many classes, emphasizing quantity over quality?

Answer: 1 Stop offers a large variety of beginner classes. Currently there are 54 Level 1 or 2 classes on the quarterly schedule. (Level 1 = Beginner; Level 2 = Advanced Beginner - no pre-req)

We have learned in 5 years of offering classes, that while we may "think" we know what people are going to sign up for, we don't always guess right. Frequently, potential students are strongly influenced by color or appearance. So we may offer several different classes that teach the same or similar techniques because people will choose based on personal taste of the final combination of design & color.

New beaders continue to come into the store on a daily basis. The best proof we have of a continued need for next step beginner classes, is that all our core beginner classes continue to fill to capacity nearly every month.

1 Stop Bead Shop has over 26 instructors who teach some or every quarter. Each instructor submits the classes they wish to teach for the quarter. Generally more classes are submitted than will actually fit on the schedule and some classes have to wait. We suggest product ideas, and seasonal theme ideas, and we ask that certain core or favorites classes be taught regularly, but ultimately it is the instructor who designs, creates and submits their choices.

Janice Berkebile Coming Soon to 1 Stop Bead Shop

Visiting Guest Wire & Metal Artist
Janice Berkebile arrives in February
All Samples in the Store
All Wire & Metals Classes Pre-req: Intro to Wire (taught Jan 6)

Midnight Lanterns - Thu, Feb 17 - Using plain and textured metal, stack domes in layer after layer adding beads for texture and color. When the stacking is done, cage it all up with wire. Embellish. These are AWESOME in person - you gotta' see the sample!

Pod Rings - Thu, Feb 17 Embellish a special bead with a thai silver drop and cage with basketweave for a dramatic ring!

Fierce Connections - Fri, Feb 18 - Using plain and textured metal, cut out a variety of forms. Explore using disc cutter and dapping block. Add layer after layer of contrasting metals and using various connections, combine the elements. Add beads for texture and color.

Crown Jewel Focal - Fri, Feb 18 - Showcase a focal bead by wrapping it in textured metal strips. Secure with large holed spacers. Embellish with caps, spacers and complimentary beads and add ball chain.

Fruit of the Vine - Sat, Feb 19 -Using basic low tech Repousse and chasing techniques, move metal to create 3-D leaves. Add a few pods made using basketweave and stuffed with your favorite gems and pearls. This is one of the most beautiful bead /wire pieces I've seen - the picture can't even begin to capture the depth and color!

To Register For Janice Berkebile's Classes, go to: http://www.1stopbeadshop.com/visiting-guest-artist-classes-janice-berkebile-c-223_234_524.html

Maggie Meister Samples at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Maggie Meister's Classes Filling Fast
All Samples in the Store

Intimidated by Visting Guest Artist Classes? Don't be. If you have learned the pre-requisites, that's all you need to take a VGA class. If anything, you are in the best qualified hands to teach you. These artists teach at Bead & Button, and in stores and venues all over the country and the world. They are highly experienced and qualified instructors who are best suited to helping you take the next step in your beading journey.

Macha Necklace - Thu, Jan 20 - Participants will learn to make spiral pattern components with circular peyote and and join the components to make three-dimensional triskelians – a motif from the Celts. Participants should be familiar with circular peyote and right angle weave.

Bacchus Bracelet & Earrings- Fri, Jan 21 -Learn to make grape leaves with a combination of RAW and Peyote stich and grape clusters with a variation of Nepal Chain. Pre-req Peyote and Right Angle Weave.

Iside Necklace - Sat, Jan 22 - Components are made with peyote stitch and then combined with RAW to creat this pendant. Pre-req Peyote.

To Register for Maggie Meister's Classes, go to: http://www.1stopbeadshop.com/visiting-guest-artist-classes-maggie-meister-c-223_234_286.html

New Projects for 2011 at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Start off the New Year with a New Project

Dozens of Great Classes in Jan 2011

Simple Rope Workshop - Mon, Jan 3 - Learn 4 new different techniques! Brick Stitch, Tri-Angle Stitch, Quad-Angle Stitch and Daisy Stitch.

Sparkling Filigree Leaf Necklace - Mon, Jan 3 - Use polymer clay and a filigree pendant to creat this fun, motion-packed necklace. You'll be able to develop your own color and shape variations.

Beginning Bead Stringing - Multi-Strand w/ Chain - Tue, Jan 4 - Learn all the basics of bead stringing using the multiple strand technique, and how to attach chain.

Bling's the Thing Bracelet & Earrings - Wed, Jan 5 - Make simple square beaded beads using 3D RAW and string them into a bracelet and/or earrings.

2 RAW Rings - Wed, Jan 5 - A delicate round top and a show stopping square cocktail ring with crystals.

Intro to Wire Components - Thur, Jan 6 - This is the pre-requisite class for all Level 3 wire classes and ALL metals classes. Learn about wire gauges, tools, and bsic wire handling techniques. Make several parts including: basic ear wires, head pins, simple designs and clasps.

DIY (Do It Yourself) Jewelry Jumpstart - Fri, Jan 7 -This sampler class introduces the basics of 3 techniques and makes a complete matching set of jewelry: 1) Bead Stringing Necklace 2) Wire linked Bracelet 3) Wire Wrapped Earrings. For more in-depth fin ishing techniques & designing try Begin Bead Stringing. For wire wrappig perfection try Begin Wire Wrap.
(Note: These pics do not link to website. Click on class name for link.)

Icicle Kumihimo Necklace - Sat, Jan 8 - A new round Kumihimo braid with 8 strands and 2 colors. Compact and easty to work RAW stitched center bead and crystal fring. 21 inches long. Learn how quickly a beaded rope works up on the Japanese Marudai. Marudai rental available for class. Pre-work required.

(Note: If links to classes or pictures are broken, simply go to our January Classes Page which can be found by cutting and pasting: http://www.1stopbeadshop.com/classes-january-2011-c-223_519.html?osCsid=6253a61b54e7e0010e6330d7078d8d12 .)

Maggie Meister IS COMING to 1 Stop Bead Shop

Yea! Maggie Meister is officially coming!

Thanks to all the people who signed up before the airline deadline, we were able to get enough confirmed class reservations to cover her fees!

Good News! If you haven't signed up yet, there are spaces remaining in all 3 classes.

Macha Necklace - Thur, Jan 20 - to make spiral pattern components with circular peyote and and join the components to make three-dimensional triskelians – a motif from the Celts. Intermediate to Advanced Participants should be familiar with circular peyote and right angle weave.


Bacchus Bracelet & Earrings - Fri, Jan 21 - Participants will learn to make grape leaves with a combination of Right Angle Weave and peyote stitch and grape clusters with a variation of Nepal Chain to make a pair of earrings or bracelet. Instructions include directions for both medium and large leaves. Intermediate – Participants should be proficient in peyote and familiar with Right Angle Weave basics.


Iside Necklace -- Sat, Jan 22 - Components are made with peyote stitch and then combined with right angle weave to create this pendant. Although the pendant is shown on a Viking Knit chain, Viking knit will not be taught in this workshop but instructions for Russian Spiral will be included in the handout. Participants should be proficient in peyote.

Classes Still Available For The Rest Of 2010

Peacock Feather Bracelet - Mon, Dec 27 - Learn Odd-count peyote in this lovely, original design cuff designed to appear like double peacock feathers complete w/ fringe.



Spiral Elegance - Tue, Dec 28 - Learn a basic spiral stitch wit a "twist", by adding different size beads.

Hodo Japanese Chain Maille - Wed, Dec 29 - Combination of Japanese 4-in-1 and 8-in-1 techniques in a pattern of alternating small and large rings. Can be made in copper, silver, aluminum, brass.

Stringing with a Flair - Wed, Dec 29 - Take stringing to the next level. Learn a simple beadweaving technique that can spice-up a simple strand of beads. Also learn to easily add chain and components using jump rings.

Janice Berkebile's Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Hey Wire & Metal Fans

Have you checked out Janice Berkebile's classes yet?

Samples are in store NOW!

Maggie Meister at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Maggie is scheduled for 3 full day classes in January, but time to sign up is getting short!

Flight tickets have to be bought three weeks in advance.

Deadline to sign up for Maggie's classes to guarantee she comes is December 27!

Macha Necklace - Thurs, Jan 20 - The original piece was inspired by the Celtic torcs worn in ancient Ireland and was named for the woman who was the only High Queen among the High Kings of Ireland. Participants will learn how to make spiral pattern components with circular peyote and join the components to make three-dimensional triskelians - a motif of the Celts. Intermediate to Advanced. Participants should be familiar with circular peyote and right angle weave.

Bacchus Bracelet & Earrings - Fri, Jan 21 - The grape motif is found throughout antiquity in jewelry, mosaics, and frescoes. Participants will learn to make grape leaves with a combination of Right Angle Weave and peyote stitch and grape clusters with a variation of Nepal Chain to make a pair of earrings or bracelet. Instructions include directions for both medium and large leaves. Intermediate - participants should be proficient with peyote and familiar with Right Angle Weave.

Iside Necklace - Sat, Jan 22 - Iside (Isis in Italian) is a pendant inspired by the headdress that is found on many of the statues of Isis found in Pompeii and Southern Italy. Components are made with peyote stitch and then combined with right angle weave to create this pendant. Although the pendant is shown on a Viking Knit chain, Viking Knit will not be taught in this workshop but instructions for Russian Spiral will be included in the handout. Participants should be proficient in peyote.

Still Room in Our Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Classes still available until Christmas

St Petersburg Chain w/ Focal - Mon, Dec 13- An intricate chain of alternating colors of seed beads with Swarovskis to match a colorful focal bead and branching fringe.

Peyote Cobblestones - Wed, Dec 15 - (or what to do with that cool mix of size 6 seed beads) Peyote base with dense fringe to create a supple carpet of color.

Vintage Crystal & Antique Earrings - Wed, Dec 15 - Create your own bezel to hold your rivoli and embellish with crystals and pearls using Peyote, RAW and Netting. Permission of Deborah Roberti.

Jazzy Jig Earrings - Thu, Dec 16 - You'll opo off dozens of these in gifts. Try using colored craft wire for fun! Pre-req - Intro to Wire or Jig Components

Copper Treasure Bracelet- Sat, Dec 18 -Learn to die cut shapes from copper sheet, texturize and hole punch to make a beautifully texturied bracelet. Add patina optional. Use soldering tech to make a toggle clasp out of copper.

Right Angle Weave Chain - Mon, Dec 20 - Use Right Angle Weave to make a chain of semi-round beaded balls using 2 colors of crystals. Familiarity with RAW recommended - may finish in class.

Ndebele Cubes Bracelet -- Mon, Dec 20- Flat Ndebele using cubes and an innovative latch clasp.

Swarovski Triangle Kaleidoscope Bracelet -- Tue Dec 21 - Diagonal spacer bars separate a rainbow of bicone crystals In this simple 3-strand beauty. Try seasonal colors for the holiday! Strings up quickly - still time to make several for gifts!

Hurry to Sign Up for Maggie Meister's Classes

Maggie is scheduled for 3 FULL Day classes in January, but Time to Sign up is getting short!

Maggie is one my favorite designers. She is passionate about antiquities and all of her designs recreate these antiquities by intricately combining stitches.

No artist challenges you quite so much to think outside of traditional pattern designs and truly combine stitches with the ancient piece as the standard. I learned more about combining all the stitches I have learned from Maggie's classes, than from any other artist!

The pieces you create in Maggie's class have already stood the test of time and will be a treasured heirloom in your collection!

Maggie is coming Jan 20 - 22

But flight tickets have to be bought 3 weeks in advance.

Deadline to sign up for Maggie's classes to guarantee she comes is December 27!

Just click on the pics to sign up.

Macha Necklace - Thur, Jan 20 - The original piece was inspired by the Celtic torcs worn in ancient Ireland and is named for the woman who was the only High Queen among the High Kings of Ireland. Participants will learn to make spiral pattern components with circular peyote and and join the components to make three-dimensional triskelians – a motif from the Celts. Intermediate to Advanced Participants should be familiar with circular peyote and right angle weave.

Bacchus Bracelet & Earrings - Fri, Jan 21 - The grape motif is found throughout antiquity in jewelry, mosaics, and frescoes. Participants will learn to make grape leaves with a combination of Right Angle Weave and peyote stitch and grape clusters with a variation of Nepal Chain to make a pair of earrings or bracelet. Instructions include directions for both medium and large leaves. Intermediate – Participants should be proficient in peyote and familiar with Right Angle Weave basics.

Iside Necklace -- Sat, Jan 22 - Iside (Isis in Italian) is a pendant inspired by the headdress that is found on many of the statues of Isis found in Pompeii and Southern Italy. Components are made with peyote stitch and then combined with right angle weave to create this pendant. Although the pendant is shown on a Viking Knit chain, Viking knit will not be taught in this workshop but instructions for Russian Spiral will be included in the handout. Participants should be proficient in peyote.

Still Room in Next Weeks Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Classes Still Available Next Week

Spiral Duet - Mon, Dec 6 - 2 fun spiral ropes for quick gifts! Sedona Spiral - Like the DNA spiral with spacers. A Helx Spiral - an elegant spiraling tubular rope - the trick is in the tension.

Beginning Bead Stringing - Mon, Dec 6 - Learn essential beginning beading techniques including tools, how to use them, crimping and finishing, and how to choose quality components.

Intro to Wire Components - Tues, Dec 7 - Learn about wire gauges, tools, and basic wire handling techniques. Make several parts including: basic ear wires, headpins, simple designs, and clasps. This is the prerequisite class for all level 3 wire classes and All metal classes.

Sky Blue Necklace & Earrings - Wed, Dec 8 - Two-thread techniques to make a crystal ball and triangle pattern along with vintage filigree to look like antique jewelry.

Star Fruit Bracelet - Wed, Dec 8 - Beautiful "Star" shaped bracelet that transitions in this ombre-style in color and shape. Triangle weave, RAW variation. Permission of Heather Kahne.

Holiday PMC - Thurs, Dec 9 - Celebrate the holidays with your own special charms and pendants using brand new templates and textures available for the first time in 2010. Personalize by adding names and dates on the back.

Rivers of Blue Kumihimo Necklace - Sat, Dec 11 - This truly square braid is made with 8 strands of beads. Chevron patterned and long enough to go over the head. Finish with big focal bead and tassel. Pre-work required.

Winter Class Scedule at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Some of you told me that you had missed the Class schedule and calender, and requested I send it again - Here you go!

The New Winter 2011 Class Schedule is HERE!

Want a copy of the calendar? Click here.

Classes Still Available at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Classes Still Available Next Week

Special Occassion Collar - Mon, Nov 15 -Using cubes, seed beads, crystals and pearls, create the perfect collar for your special occasions.

Peyote Curves Christmas Tree Bracelet - Mon, Nov 15 -Easy to learn variation using different size beads to create Christmas Trees.

Swarovski Wire Pendant - Tue, Nov 16 - Custom set a large stone in a wire setting designed to show off the stone. Begin Wire Wrap Cab recommended.

DNA Spiral Necklace or Bracelet (photo above) - Wed, Nov 17 - Learn this fun, fast spiral - makes a great chain.

RAW Tennis Bracelet - Wed, Nov 17 -A 1 Stop Customer Favorite! You won't believe how much the Tierra Cast base and Swarovski crystals look like a diamond or gemstone tennis bracelet! Last chance for holiday gifts!

Prong-set Rivoli Pendant - Thur, Nov 18 -Learn to work with square wire to form a raised prong setting.

LAST CHANCE for Dallas Lovett Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Last Chance to Sign up for Dallas Lovett Classes
Take all 4 and you have a complete jewelry set!

Diamonds Necklace -Fri Nov 19 - 3-dimensional diamond shaped sectional necklace made using silver wire, Japanese seed beads and adorned with hand made glass focal beads. All levels. Some pre-work required.

Raindrop Earrings - Fri Nov 19 - Tiny Swarovski crystals woven with fine gauge silver wire and formed into a delicate raindrop shape. Additional crystal drops hang from earrings giving liquid flowing movem ent. All levels. Only 2 spaces left!

Circles Bracelet- Sat, Nov 20 - Sterling silver wire and Japanese seed beads. The band is formed using a unique weaving technique that adds a classic element to the piece while the focus is on the distinctive circle inside a circle component that is woven to the band which runs through the entire bracelet.

The Ring - Mon, Nov 8 - 1 Stop Bead Shop’s Signature Class! The best place to start if you’ve never done any Bead Weaving. Learn to use a needle and thread to "sew" beads. Easier than it looks - hundreds of people have learned and you can too!

Still Room In Our Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Classes Still Available Next Week

Berry Branch Necklace - Tomorrow Night! Fri Nov 5 - Learn the basics of French flower beading and wire twisting to create a beautiful necklace that will remind you of a holly branch.

DIY (Do It Yourself) Jewelry Jumpstart - Tomorrow Night! Fri Nov 5 - Make a one pair of wire wrapped earrings, one wire linked bracelet, and one single strand bead strung necklace; all in the space of one class. You'll learn professional wire working techniques, crimping and finishing - everything you need to make professional looking jewelry from the jumpstart.

Rose Zig Zag Bracelet - Mon, Nov 8 - Use 2-thread techniques and color change to zigzag the bracelet. Simple, fun, and fast!

Beginning Bead Weaving - Mon, Nov 8 - 1 Stop Bead Shop's signature class! The best place to start if you've never done any bead weaving. Learn to use a needle and thread to "sew" beads. Easier than it looks - hundreds of people have learned, and you can too.

Cubes & Crystalas Cuff - Wed, Nov 11 - Weave together cubes, crystals, and seed beads for a stunning cuff.

Gemstone Bezel Set PMC Rings - Thurs, Nov 12 - Use 16 gm of PMC with Bezel cups to add gemstones to your fine silver creation. Add a gem after firing and properly size rings using Hattie's Pattie's. Rings will be kiln-fired for added strength and returned to the store.

Make-N-Take Project at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Christmas Project Make N Takes

THIS Friday & Saturday

November 5 & 6

Work with a 1 Stop designer and leave with a finished project in less than 30 minutes!

Make 1 design or 10

11:00-5:30 BOTH DAYS

Every 30 minutes

Repeating throughout the day

Call the store for exact times or just stop in and play a while!

• Candy Cane Earrings
• Snowman Earrings
• Present Earrings
• Wreath Earrings
• Christmas Tree Earrings
• Angel Earrings
• Holiday Picture
• Snowfall Earrings - Sat only

Upcoming Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

RAW Pearl & Crystal Bracelet-Mon Nov 1-Simplicity has never looked so beautiful! Stitch-up pearls, crystals and seed beads in this quick, stunning piece!
Basic TAMJ Components -Mon Nov 1-Learn to lay out pegs in different patterns and create multiple unique combinable shapes. Fast and FUN! Great for gift making.
Intro to Wire Components -Tue Nov 2-This is the pre-requisite class for all Level 3 wire classes and ALL metals classes. Learn about wire gauges, tools, and bsic wire handling techniques. Make several parts including: basic ear wires, head pins, simple designs and clasps.
Crystal Pearl Jam Cuff -Wed Nov 3-Embellish rows of 2-needle RAW with crystals and seed beads.
Passion Flower Necklace -Wed Nov 3-Sweet Swarovski Flower Penant. Fast and easy gift!
Accent on Gold - Thur Nov 4-Create jewelry elements and add 24kt gold before firing to create a lovely 2-tone effect using your choice of 9gm or 16gm packets of PMC. PMC experience is preferred but not required.
Berry Branch Necklace -Fri Nov 5-Learn the basics of french flower beading and wire twisting to create a beautiful necklace that will remind you of a holly branch.
Bead Encrusted Free-form Wire Pendant -Sat Nov 6-Shape a copper or silver frame then wire on random beads. Can by thick or lightly beaded. Great way to use up random stash.