Project of the Week at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Project of the Week
By popular request, 1 Stop has been working to bring back our Project of the Week.

These fun little Limited Edition projects are designed w/ style and instant gratification in mind.
Often they will feature nifty products that you may have looked at and wondered what to do with.
Available only while supply lasts!
This Week's Project: Chained Greek Earrings

Check the website each week for the newest project of the week.

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.

Exciting Announcement from 1 Stop Bead Shop

Announcing the Re-Launch of 1 Stop's
Project of the Week

By popular request, 1 Stop has been working to bring back our Project of the Week.
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These fun little Limited Edition projects are designed w/ style and instant gratification in mind.
Often they will feature nifty products that you may have looked at and wondered what to do with.

Available only while supply lasts!

This Week's Project: Aluminum Scale Earrings

Check the website each week for the newest project of the week.

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 .)

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!

Still Room In Classes at 1 Stop Bead Shop

Classes still available for the rest of 2010

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 and innovative latch clasp.

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

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

Spiral Elegance - Tues, 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.

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.