JEWELRY CLASSES
All of our jewelry classes are taught by Kelly, our resident jewelry expert. Kelly has lots of experience making many different kinds of jewelry using a wide variety of techniques. She teaches a range of jewelry classes, rotating through popular classes and continually adding new ones. Check out the slide show below to see all of her class options. Call or stop in the store to sign up!
Supplies for our classes must be purchased at Country Needleworks. Receive 10% off everything you need for your class. Support our small business so that we can continue to offer you quality products and classes. Thank you!
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Don’t see a class time that works for you? Want a class on something in the slideshow that isn't currently listed? Kelly is more than happy to set up classes for a group of 2 or more at a time that works for you. All of her classes are $20 per person plus supplies for a 2 hour session. They include detailed, illustrated instructions that you can take home. Great idea for a girls night (or day) out! Want a one-on-one class? You can have her undivided attention for any of her classes. The fee is $20 for the first hour, then $10 for each additional half hour. Have a special request? Let her know if you have a specific jewelry class you would like to see. Contact Kelly at tozenandback@gmail.com |
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Call the store at 616-457-9410 to sign up for classes.
Kumihimo
Date: Tuesday, February 11th 6:00 – 8:00 OR
Wednesday, February 12th 1:00 – 3:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: None
Supplies Needed: 1mm Satin cord combo pack, 5mm ID clasp, (slide and charms optional), Kumihimo disc, Kumihimo weight, 8 bobbins
Class Description: Kumihimo is a Japanese style of braiding. Learn how to do a traditional braid using satin cord in 4 colors to make a bracelet. You can choose to add a slide and charms to it if you would like. Once you have the technique mastered you can make Kumihimo cords in any length. Use them for bracelets, necklaces, keychains, bag handles…whatever you can think of!
Kumihimo With Beads
Date: Tuesday, February 18th 6:00 – 8:00 OR
Wednesday, February 19th 1:00 – 3:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: Need to know how to do Kumihimo braid
Supplies Needed: 8/0 seed beads (1 tube), 8mm ID clasp, size 18 S-Lon cord, Kumihimo disc, Kumihimo weight, 8 bobbins
Class Description: Learn how to add beads to your Kumihimo braids. We will start simple using 8/0 seed beads to make a lovely bracelet. Once you have the basics down, there’s no end to what you can make with this technique. Bracelets, necklaces and more using a variety of beads – even combining bead styles in one project! I will have ideas for inspiration for your next project.
Date: Tuesday, February 18th 6:00 – 8:00 OR
Wednesday, February 19th 1:00 – 3:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: Need to know how to do Kumihimo braid
Supplies Needed: 8/0 seed beads (1 tube), 8mm ID clasp, size 18 S-Lon cord, Kumihimo disc, Kumihimo weight, 8 bobbins
Class Description: Learn how to add beads to your Kumihimo braids. We will start simple using 8/0 seed beads to make a lovely bracelet. Once you have the basics down, there’s no end to what you can make with this technique. Bracelets, necklaces and more using a variety of beads – even combining bead styles in one project! I will have ideas for inspiration for your next project.
Basic Wrap Bracelet Class
Date: Wednesday, March 11th 1:00 – 3:00 OR
Thursday, March 12th 6:00 – 8:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: None
Supplies needed: Leather cord (length depends on number of wraps and wrist size), beading thread to match leather (like C-Lon, KO Thread or Tuff Cord), beads (I use approximately 7” of beads per wrap), button, glue, 2 beading needles (like big eye; won’t need if using KO Thread or Tuff Cord). Ask for detailed supply list in class folder.
Class Description: Learn to make a leather wrap bracelet. These bracelets are everywhere right now and are quite simple to make. You will learn the basic laddering technique of adding beads as well as how to add string if you should run out. These bracelets make great gifts!
Date: Wednesday, March 11th 1:00 – 3:00 OR
Thursday, March 12th 6:00 – 8:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: None
Supplies needed: Leather cord (length depends on number of wraps and wrist size), beading thread to match leather (like C-Lon, KO Thread or Tuff Cord), beads (I use approximately 7” of beads per wrap), button, glue, 2 beading needles (like big eye; won’t need if using KO Thread or Tuff Cord). Ask for detailed supply list in class folder.
Class Description: Learn to make a leather wrap bracelet. These bracelets are everywhere right now and are quite simple to make. You will learn the basic laddering technique of adding beads as well as how to add string if you should run out. These bracelets make great gifts!
Chain Maille
Dates: Monday, March 23th 6:00 – 8:00 OR
Tuesday, March 24th 1:00 – 3:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: None
Supplies needed: 18 gauge 3.5mm ID jump rings in 1 or 2 colors & clasp of your choice OR Byzantine kit. You will also need 2 pairs of chain nose pliers. I recommend waiting until class time to pick out your supplies so you can make an informed decision about which material you want to use.
Class description: Make a beautiful Byzantine weave bracelet to fit you! Learn the basics of making Chain Maille jewelry. How to properly open and close jump rings, the differences between the materials jump rings are made from, how to find recommended jump ring gauges and inner diameters based on your desired weave, how to adjust that information using aspect ratio, how to make the Byzantine weave.
Dates: Monday, March 23th 6:00 – 8:00 OR
Tuesday, March 24th 1:00 – 3:00
Cost: $20 + supplies
Skills Needed: None
Supplies needed: 18 gauge 3.5mm ID jump rings in 1 or 2 colors & clasp of your choice OR Byzantine kit. You will also need 2 pairs of chain nose pliers. I recommend waiting until class time to pick out your supplies so you can make an informed decision about which material you want to use.
Class description: Make a beautiful Byzantine weave bracelet to fit you! Learn the basics of making Chain Maille jewelry. How to properly open and close jump rings, the differences between the materials jump rings are made from, how to find recommended jump ring gauges and inner diameters based on your desired weave, how to adjust that information using aspect ratio, how to make the Byzantine weave.