New Projects at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Start off the New Year with a New Project
Dozens of Great Classes in Jan 2011

Sands of Time Cuff - Mon, Jan 17 - Marry triangles, bicones and seed beads, and craft a clasp. Another Bonnie original!








Ndebele Rope w/ Focal - Mon, Jan 17 - Back by request. Make tubular Ndebele twist and add a focal bead.








Viking Knit - Tue, Jan 18 - See how easy it is to hand knit wire to create a hollow wire chain! Finish in your choice of styles.








Overembellished Bracelet - Wed, Jan 19 - Learn basic even count peyote stitch and then cover in bead soup to create a one-of-a-kind textured bracelet.










Beginning Wire Wrap Bracelet & Earrings - RESCHEDULED DATE - Thur, Jan 20 - Develop muscle memory for the basic skills of wire wrapping using fine gauge wire, while making a charm bracelet and earrings.

New Projects at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Start off the New Year with a New Project
Dozens of Great Classes in Jan 2011

Beading w/ PMC - Gemstone Necklace/Bracelet - Mon, Jan 10 - Make jewelry totally yours by creating your own bead caps and clasps from PMC. Then combine with round gemstones and chain.

Slinky Ndebele - Mon, Jan 10 - Learn this foundational rope stitch. Great for bracelet, or for hanging a pendant.

Beginning Wire Wrap - Tue, Jan 11 - Develop muscle memory for the basic skills of wire wrapping using fine gauge wire, while making a charm bracelet and earrings. Only 3 spaces left!

Egyptian Queen Collar - Wed, Jan 12 - Originally designed for 1 Stop! Learn ladder stitch, netting and fringing techniques. Cabochon optional.

Copper Baubles & Beads Necklace & Earrings - Wed, Jan 12 - Learn to manipulate heavy wire into different shapes and anneal. Also learn to use a metal punch to make your own jump rings, bail, clasp and 2 to 1 connector.

Beginning Bead Weaving - Thur, Jan 13 - 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 & thread to "sew" beads. Easier than it looks - hundreds of people have learned it & you can too!

Bezel Mania & Resin - Sat, Jan 15 & Wed, Jan 19 - 2 part class - Another mixed media. Pt 1 - Learn basic soldering, shaping, texture, ring sizing. Pt 2 - Learn to work with resin to capture your favorite image in a ring. This designer class really teaches you how to make designer jewelry using different mediums. If you desire to move from regular jewelry making into designing, learning to combine mediums is essential.

(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 .)

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 .)

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.

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.

Jean Campbell coming to 1 Stop Bead Shop!

Jean Campbell
is coming to teach at 1 Stop Bead Shop! Please help us choose which classes you'd like her to teach. Photos below (click on them to see a larger version), choose your classes to the right. You can choose more than one class!

To see even larger larger photos, head on by her website: http://www.jeancampbellink.com/classofferings.html

Jean Campbell is a designer and author who's got a thing for shiny bright
objects. She's the founding editor of Beadwork magazine, has written and
edited dozens of books on beading, and has penned articles for Beadwork,
Stringing, Simply Beads, and Step-by-Step Beads.

Jean is a Create Your Style Crystallized Elements Ambassador for
Swarovski and writes a popular weekly blog on Beading Daily. She has
appeared on the DIY Jewelry Making show, The Shay Pendray Show, and
PBS' Beads, Baubles, and Jewels, where she gives how-to instructions,
provides inspiration, and lends crafting advice.

Jean's work has appeared in numerous beadwork exhibitions, including
Beadwork I: Up Close; Beadwork II:The Embellished Shoe; Beadwork III:
The Beaded Cloth; Beadwork IV: The Beaded Figure, and Miyuki Delica:
Myths and Folktales.

Jean teaches off-loom beading and metal clay workshops throughout the
United States. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota with her family and a
whole lot of beads.

Classes available in March at 1 Stop Bead Shop

It's coming! Spring is almost here. Let our Spring Classes get you there early!
For photos and to sign up, visit our website -
http://www.1stopbeadshop.com


There's still time to sign up for a class on Tuesday night!
Wire Components Workshop - Tue, Mar 16- The next step in heavy guage wire after Intro to Wire. Make lovely components using beads for pendants, earrings and links in sterling wire. * Intro to Wire Pre-requisite for ALL Level 1 Metals Classes.

Beginning Peyote Stitch- Wed, Mar 17 -
Simple zig-zag pattern teaches simple graph reading and the stitch.

Everyday Collar - Wed, Mar 17-
Embellish 4mm cubes with crystal-seed bead loops and fringes.

2 Wire Rings - Thu, Mar 18 -
Finish 2 rings - learn annealing, sizing, shaping, intricate coils and more.


Rescheduled Class

1000 Points of Light - Mon, Mar 29 - You didn't miss it! We scheduled another date! A great beginner level class with Lisa to learn fringe. Use 2 bottles of Chinese Crystals and seed beads to make this stunningly sparkly bracelet. Similar technique to OSU Jumble.

January is a great time for classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop!

We have a whole bunch of great classes lined up for January at 1 Stop Bead Shop and there's still spaces for you and friends!

We have the following classes available:

• 2 Wire Rings
• Basketweave Wire Wrapped Bracelet
• Intro to Soldering - Jump Rings & Chain
• Lampwork Practice
• PMC Hollow Beads
• Posh Peyote Cuff
• Right Angle Weave Tennis Bracelet
• Roundmaille Bracelet
• Russian Bead Lace - A VISITING ARTIST HUIB PETERSEN CLASS
• Seashell Pendant
• Tubular Ndebele Beaded Bead Bracelet
• Weeping Cherry Blossem Tree
• Wonder Woman Cuff

Just go to our January class schedule to learn more about them and see larger photos!

Huib Petersen Trunk Show @ 1 Stop Bead Shop

Huib Petersen Trunk Show
Friday & Saturday
January 22 & 23
He promises to bring ALL his kits and patterns.
If you've been shut out of one of his classes, he should have additional patterns for sale.

Come see all his lovely samples.

Good News about Huib's classes.
He opened up a couple of additional spaces in his classes.
Some classes had waiting lists, but we still have 1 or 2 spaces in:

Russian Bead Lace - Sat, Jan 23 - This class is for all those that voted for a leaf class. In this class you will learn to make the Russian Leaf (increasing/decreasing peyote) and variations like the Oak Leaf will be discussed. Leaves are an incredibly practice embellishment to be able to add to any beadweaving piece. Level 3 - 3 hour. Pre-req Peyote. Only 2 spaces left!

Starfish - Fri, Jan 22 - This class is for all those voted for Enchanted Waters, Swim Around my Wrist, or other nautical themes. He will teach the starfish or sea star which is done in tubular Peyote. Other sea creatures will be discussed but not taught in this 3 hour class. Level 2 - Peyote suggested but not required. Only 2 spaces left!

Call the store right away if you're interested! 614-573-6452

Visiting Artists at 1 Stop Bead Shop

As always, we seek to bring you the best visiting artists. Here's a sneak peak of what we've got lined up through 2011!

Hannah Rosner - Dec 2009
bead weaving, online selling and lampwork classes available now:
http://www.1stopbeadshop.com/visiting-guest-artist-classes-hannah-rosner-c-223_234_292.html

Huib Petersen - Jan 22 & 23, 2010
Leslee Frumin - Feb 26 & 27, 2010
These classes will be available to purchase by the end of this month. For now, call the store and ask to be added to the mailing list!
614-573-6452

Please note that NONE of the following classes are available for sale yet. They will be released for sale with the regular quarterly schedule of the quarter they are scheduled in. Early releases - if there are any - will be announced via the website, newsletter and social media.

Sheila Cleary - May 7 & 8, 2010 - Kumihimo - on the Maradi (not the foam disc).
Melissa Muir - Jun 5, 2010 - Metal working
Jean Campbell - Jul 9 & 10, 2010 - Beadweaving
Teresa Sullivan - Sep 10 & 11, 2010 - Beadweaving
Sherry Serafini - Oct 22 & 23, 2010 - Purse - ALREADY Sold Out - taking names on a waiting list

Maggie Meister - Jan 21 & 22, 2011
Jeannette Cook - Aug 19 & 20, 2011
Bead Venture to Italy w/ Maggie Meister - Oct 4-15, 2011

Others that are committed but dates not yet confirmed - Cynthia Rutledge, Dallas Lovett - both will be on the 2011 calendar

Please make a note that NONE of these classes are available for sale yet. They will be released for sale w/ the regular quarterly schedule of the quarter they are scheduled in. Early releases - if there are any - will be announced via the website, newsletter and social media.