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Beading, Seed II-Bead Embroidery with Cabochons - Jerri Heer This class will use beaded peyote bezels to attach focal cabs to a cuff, collar or larger pendant and will concentrate on techniques for symmetrical or asymmetrical beadwork to complete project. We will study color palettes, creating texture and 3 dimensional qualities, exploration of hard cuff and soft cuff options, finishing methods and more. A variety of seed beads(8, 11, 15), crystals, natural stone beads, pearls and other beads will be available to embellish cuff. Lab fee includes instructional materials, focal cabochons, hard or soft cuff base, bead mat, needles, thread conditioner, bead foundation, suede backing, spool of Fireline, seed beads, some embellishment beads and findings to complete first project. Additional Stone and China cabochons, seed beads, stone, pearl and other embellishment beads, findings and materials will be available for purchase. Student can expect to complete at least one cuff or pendant or most of a collar. Be aware that small bead/handwork is required, an opti-visor or other vision enhancement may be helpful. You are welcome to bring your own stash of beads and findings you should bring your own scissors.
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Beading, Seed-Cabochons - Jerri Heer This class will teach creating beaded peyote bezels for cabochons, as well as a variety of attachment points, edge stitches and embellishments. Learn to professionally finish your pieces, and create a variety of beaded ropes and strung bead necklaces for your pendants. We will explore use of color palettes, many varieties of beads, crystals and embellishments to create your own unique piece. Lab fee includes instructional materials, kit including focal cabochon, seed beads, embellishment beads and findings to complete first pendant, bead mat, needles, thread conditioner, bead foundation, suede backing, spool of Fireline. Additional Stone and China cabochons, seed beads, embellishment beads, findings and materials will be available for purchase. Student can expect to complete at least two pendants. You are welcome to bring your own stash of beads to use for your projects. You should bring your own scissors, round nose and chain nosed pliers, crimp pliers etc, if you have them. Tools will be available to use. No prerequisites for this class, but be aware that small bead/handwork is required, an optivisor or other vision enhancement may be helpful.
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Gem Trees I - Jerri Heer This class will start with the basic skills of gem tree making and graduate to an exploration of multiple styles and advanced designs of truly beautiful and species-specific trees. We will discuss, study and sample a variety of construction methods, as well as how to plan and create our own patterns from nature. Lab fee includes wire, leaf stones, bases and materials to make at least three trees of the student's choice. All instructions, patterns, tools and materials are provided. Student is encouraged to be creative and bring ideas to design their own trees. A large variety of additional wire, leaf and base materials will be available for purchase.
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Gem Trees- II Advanced - Jerri Heer This class will expand on creating species-specific gem trees using the characteristics of natural trees. Students will be expected to design their own tree(s) using the techniques taught in class and should come prepared with several species in mind. A variety of designs will be studied as examples. Lab fee includes wire, leaf stones, bases and materials to make at least two trees of the student's design. All instructions, patterns, tools and materials are provided. A large variety of additional wire, leaf and base materials will be available for purchase.
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Seed Bead Embroidery - Jerri Heer In this class, you will create some wonderful jewelry while exploring numerous off-loom techniques. First, we will create a necklace using the Dutch Spiral stitch. This necklace incorporates several sizes of seed beads and is embellished with crystals. Then, we will create a necklace with fan-shaped focals using brick stitch and incorporating crystals or gemstone teardrops. We will explore herringbone stitch, both flat and tubular, creating several projects using many variations to the stitch, including increasing and decreasing. In addition, we will create a bracelet using right-angle weave stitched with metallic seed beads and crystals and make a necklace or bracelet using the many variations of spiral rope chain. Finally, we will learn to make bead woven clasps to complement our bracelets and necklaces. Lab fee covers instructional materials, beading mat, needles, assorted beads and thread. Kits in several color palettes, as well as other materials, will be sold as needed.
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