Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Rising to the challenge - SBS braided bracelet

Hehehe, Esther issued a challenge, and then the bulldog muse would Not Let Go.

This bracelet is my version of Frances Harper's *Braided Silver Bracelet* as published in the Winter 2010 issue of Step By Step Wire Jewelry.
Esther was Right - a wicked bear to start! OMG, I, too, had to give up and Start Over!

My weaving is not even, the beginning is much more open than the remaining 2/3rds, but overall, I'm content. Will I make another? hmmmm, not tonight! *grin*
Of course I had to wing it - no knitting needles and no yogart container and no table to put the yogart container on, if I'd had one...
So, out came a length of 12g wire and a little spring clamp. Much easier to keep the beginning wires in line with the little clamp!!! The small clamp also allowed me to work in my usual *up in the air, close to the face so I can See* position. hehehehe

It was fun (eventually)! Thanks Frances and SBS! I learned a thing or two on the journey, and That's what it's All About!

Oh, I changed a couple parts.... Spiraled all the stray ends, used one of the braid wires for the hook, another to wind around the whole thing to keep it tight, and left off the focal bead....

Works for me.

Versions of my cuffs

Hey WWJ peeps! Here are a couple old versions of my 12g magnetic cuff. The current versions are similar, but always evolving.

Not doing this double wire side version any more. This is 14g copper wire sides, 18g bindings , 8mm tiger eye cubes and magnetic hematite.

The cuff on the left is 12g copper surrounding magnetic hematite and tiger eye. The garnet jelly roll is either 12 or 14g, don't remember....

Thursday, November 19, 2009

I'm looking for another place to teach... Ideas?

Long story short, I need a place to teach classes, starting in January... ATBGO is closing the end of Dec. I'm so sad to see it go.
Ideas?
[[[ edited to remove classes, everything has been canceled due to rapid selling of stock and nothing left to have class with. Stay tuned for future progress. ]]]

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Nov meetup for the San Marcos Faux Society!

Heyya! We're going to play at Hobby Lobby, in the classroom! We're tossing around making leaves, in honor of fall. Or bring a UFO (that's an unfinished project) or just come soak up some fun!
2 o'clock until whenever, or 4 o'clock, depending on when we get chased out.
Bring your tools 'n stuff, or just bring yourself!
RSVP would be fun, but not mandatory.
Holler if you need a ride, maybe someone lives/works close enough to help.
San An peeps are meeting at my place for carpooling and caravaning, holler if you need directions.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Playing with copper sheet and a friend

Tonya came to play, on her way south. We pulled out the copper sheet and hammers and cutters and mini torch for color and assorted other tools and spent the day creating.....

Tonya's lovely sheet earrings. She can add or remove the large back piece, depending on her mood and the day's activity. Most excellent results for her very first time ever playing with sheet copper!


Mine look like christmas trees, so appropriate for the time of year.

Monday, November 02, 2009

Suggestions for next quarter classes???

It's That time Again! I'm assembling the list of classes for Jan thru March.
Do YOU have a suggestion?
What project would you like to learn?
What day and time works for YOU?
I'll try to work it in!

Leave a comment here or write to me at sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Whatcha think of this one?

~Celtic Dreamer in Turquoise~

Friday, October 23, 2009

Wire Classes and Magpie Gemstones Trunk Show in Georgetown, TX

We're on the road again! Lovely Barbara, of **Kiss My Beads** in Georgetown, TX is hosting a Trunk Show and Wire Classes! Lovely Szarka will bring Magpie Gemstones, and I will bring copper wire and tools to introduce the local populace to the joys of bending wire.

The fun begins at noon on Nov 7, Saturday, and continues until 6 pm. Stop by and say hi, take a class, adopt some lovely beads.

First class will be the Winter Tree of Life with a smattering of sparklies.
12:00 to 2:00 - $20, all supplies included.


At 3:00, we will play with Border Wrapping a stone
3 to 6pm - $30 - all supplies included


So many variations, so many possibilities! Which direction will Your creation wander?
No solder, no glue, learn skill with wire.

Never handled wire before? No problem! I've been told I have the patience of a saint, making the most intricate project work for the complete novice. Wear your new beauty home!

Questions about the projects? Email me - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Here's a photo of a student's version of the Border Wrap. This is the stone we will use, which is quite large, for easy handling.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

San Marcos Bead and Wire Faux Society

Well, bad girl, I haven't reminded about the San Marcos Faux Society and it's today already!
Meet at Karen's at 2pm. We're going to play with copper sheet! yipppeeeee
Directions to Karen's place here.

Wednesday, September 09, 2009

A smattering of new pieces

I took some time to set the muse free. Colorful magnasite or funky jasper paired with Large Loop links and Waves with Turquoise seems to be the theme. Whatcha think?
All the stones are from Magpie Gemstones, of course! Beautiful, as always!







Mick Mouse? beads glow in the dark

Ok peeps, those of you curious about the glow beads, here's a representative sample. Definitely wonky! *grin* e me with questions - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Bracken class schedule, short version

Here's the Sept thru Dec schedule of classes for
And The Bead Goes On in Bracken Village

Click the class name to be taken to a photo and description of the class project.

Choose either 12-3 or 6-9 pm for classes, unless noted.

[[[ updated 9/2 ]]]

++++++ Sept +++++++

Fri 9/4 - 3 hours - Jelly Roll Cuff
F 9/18 - 3 hours - Tree of Life
F 9/25 - 3 hours - Border Wrap a Stone

++++++++ Oct ++++++++++

W 10/14 - 4 hours - 4-8pm Toodles Weave Pendant
W 10/28 - 3 hours - Criss Cross Applesauce Bracelet (see below)

+++++++++ Nov +++++++++++


F 11/6 - 3 hours - Hammered Heart Pendant
F 11/13 - 3 hours - Classic Cuff Cubed - NO NIGHT CLASS
F 11/27 - 3 hours - Tree of Life

+++++++++ Dec +++++++++++

F 12/11 - 3 hours - Border Wrap a Stone
W 12/16 - 3 hours - Criss Cross Applesauce Bracelet (see below)
W 12/30 - 3 hours - Wire Wave Bangle

A new class -
Criss Cross Applesauce, the Bracelet
(It's an old rhyme! Don't ask me, ask the silly muse)

Criss cross applesauce, chills up your back! Free flowing and airy, a delightful little bangle for your next outing. An ancient design with a little Sherry's Jewels flair. Learn basic weaving, binding and a versatile clasp.

Some prior wire experience helpful but not necessary.

Monday, July 20, 2009

Input for the next class schedule - Sept thru Dec

Heyya peeps! I'm on the clock to assemble the class schedule for Sept thru Dec at And the Bead Goes On, in Bracken Village.
Would YOU like to take a Particular class?
Have a particular day in mind?
Leave a comment or Email me - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

First request is for the Border Wrap class on Sept 25, a Friday. Join us?

Bead Show in Wimberly, Texas

Whoo whooo! There's gonna be a Bead Show in Wimberly! I'm going to take along some tutorials and kits, for Toodles Weave and Tree of Life, and play with some wire. Come on by and say howdy, sit awhile and play, adopt a bead or two.
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Bead Show
Magpie Gemstones Wholesale High Quality Gemstone Beads

Join us for an afternoon of beads, gems, and beautiful jewelry.
There will be jewelry classes available.
A raffle will be held to benefit the Wimberley Bead Society.
Numerous bead vendors and local jewelry artists.
The first hundred people will receive free beads from Szarka at Magpie Gemstones!

See us on August 13th from 10-4pm
at
Touched by Grace Community Church
15401 Ranch Rd. 12
Wimberley, TX 78676
Contact Magpie Gemstones at 512-392-3091
Sponsored by the Wimberley Bead Society

Friday, July 10, 2009

Charoite - Yummie

A delightful little Charoite with lovely chatoyance, wrapped in sterling silver. Both sides being equally lovely, the muse demanded that it be reversible. Aproximately 1 inch tall, plus the bail.
Charoite is found in Siberia, near the Chara River.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

OMGoodness!


Oooo, purty! While taking photos for some tuts I'm attempting, I threw the love knot bracelet in front of the camera and messed with zoom. Y'all might not think this photo is anything special, but it impresses me all to pieces. 'Specially compared to the non-zoom shots taken at the same time. Geez, gotta mess with zoom some more!

The knots are different gauges of wire, to demonstrate how each one looks. The turquoise disk and copper spacers and bead caps are from Magpiegemstones, of course.

Monday, June 08, 2009

Bead Jamboree San Antonio - June 2009

June 19th 20th 21st San Antonio, TX
Live Oak Civic Center
8101 Pat Booker Road
San Antonio, TX 78233

SABOS generated quite a lot of student interest in more classes here. I'm collecting an interest list - what would YOU like to learn in June???

Viking Knit? Toodles Weaving? Tree of Life? Basic wire 101, of course!

OOOOhhhh, wait until you see what the muse has dreamed up for classes! Gotta come see me to find out! *singing - Temptaaationnnnn*

Kits and tutorials and bead stringing for the newbie.

REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR GLASSES!!!

Wire ends are tiny and hard to see when they are fuzzy!

Leave a comment or Email me - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

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Show Hours

Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm.

Public Welcome, Free Admission, Free Parking

Retail & Wholesale


A drawing will be held each day of the shows for a $100.00 dollar shopping spree.

You do not have to be present to win.

Featuring precious and semi-precious stones

(Check out Magpie Gemstones - OMGolly!)

hand made glass beads, lampwork to die for!

silver and gold beads, and lots of other metal choices

sterling silver findings and beading supplies

For class information, contact Sherry, either by leaving a comment here or thru email - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Thursday, May 07, 2009

Whooowhoo, we had a ball! SMBWFS

Well, all the dear ladies attending the inaugural meeting of the San Marcos Bead and Wire Faux Society had a Very Good Time! What? You couldn't make it? So sorry! Perhaps next month?

**(Edited to add - we are no longer meeting at Tantra, we needed a cooler spot. See link below for up-to-date info) Tantra Coffee House serves great coffee, the desserts were oh so tempting, the company was divine! We passed around gorgeous jewelry - OMG, gorgeous! We traded stories and tips and gossip and made plans for More Fun!

It was so very great to finally meet dear sisters in the flesh, whom we've long known only in cyberland.

Please! Do join us next month if you're in the area! We're going to bring hammers and blocks and big wire and make clasps and findings. ooooooooooooo aaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh! First Thursday, be there or be square!

**Edited to add - We now have a yahoo group dedicated to the Faux Society. Join us to keep up to date -
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/San_Marcos_Bead_and_Wire_Faux_Society

Monday, May 04, 2009

Introducing San Marcos Bead and Wire Faux Society

Are you close to San Marcos Texas on the *third* Thursday of every month?
Or willing to travel to be there?
Do you love beads and or wire jewelry?
If you're interested, come play with us addicts around 2pm.

Why faux, you wonder? We are going to be Very Informal. No dues, no rules, no expectations, just plain fun.

All friendly jewelry artists are Welcome!
Tell a friend!

**Edited to add - We now have a yahoo group dedicated to the Faux Society. Join us to keep up to date -
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/San_Marcos_Bead_and_Wire_Faux_Society

Friday, April 17, 2009

Wire classes at the SABOS Spring Bead show in Live Oak

















Hey y'all! Not much time left and only a few spots available for wire classes at the SABOS Spring Bead show in Live Oak. May 2 and 3, Saturday and Sunday. More details and photos of projects here - (click me)

Paypal available for signup, send to sherrys.jewels@gmail.com


http://sherrysjewels.blogspot.com/2009/02/sabos-spring-bazaar-classes.html
The San Antonio Bead and Ornament Society

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Spiral OR Fork Style Adjustable Ring - Class in Bracken Village

***April 1 Wed ***
and again
***August 12 Wed ***
Two hours - 12-2 OR 6-8pm
Make an adjustable ring! Choose one of 2 fully adjustable designs! One technique, two different results - one with piles of spirals and the other reminiscent of ancient fork rings, with many more styles possible.

*Techniques utilized - bind several wires, make spirals, forge and hammer, proper use of tools, oxidize metal.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Border Wrap a Square Stone - Class

Three hour class
The border wrap is a classic, ancient and most versatile setting for jewelry making, with unlimited possibilities from simple to extraordinarily ornate.
Learn the concept with a Square so you can easily adapt the wrap to your favorite shaped project.

*Techniques utilized - Learn to measure your stone, choose the appropriate placement for your binding wires, bind multiple wires together to form a bezel to frame your stone, then set your muse free to embellish the details.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

String of Hearts Bracelet - Class in Bracken Village

***April 17 Fri ***
Two hours -
12-2pm
*Update - the April 17 - Friday evening class has been canceled, so sorry!*

and again

***July 29 Wed ***
Two hours -
12-2 OR 6-8pm

Whimsical hearts for Love and spirals for the Cycles of Life. This adorable bracelet brings a flurry of compliments whenever it goes out visiting. Many charming earring possibilities here! How many hearts can YOU create in 2 hours?

*Techniques utilized - forge and hammer wire, proper use of tools, oxidize metal.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Jellyroll Cuff - Class

The Jellyroll Cuff Bracelet
Three hours - 12-3 OR 6-9pm


A Coiled and Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Beads and a bit of wire, viola! Your very own wearable art! Change the beads, change the look entirely! Positively stunning with faceted crystal beads!
Learn the rudiments of wire manipulation and weaving.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Love Knot Bracelet - Class in Bracken Village

***April 29 Wed ***
and again
***July 10 Fri ***
Two hours - 12-2 OR 6-8pm
Love Knot - the stylized symbol of the constancy of two lovers. An intriguing, never ending path. Learn the secret of the puzzle. Practice the straight up loop while forming links, make the clasp and jumprings.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Butterfly Kisses Bracelet - Class

Three hours - 12-3 OR 6-9pm
Butterfly wings gently kissing your wrist. Choose your favorite color beads, add some copper wire and learn to bind and spiral wire, forge with a hammer and fashion a clasp.

*Skill Level: Some experience is helpful, determined beginners are welcome

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Wire Wave Bangle - Class

Two hour class
Ride the wave! This basic frame is ripe with possibility. Large or small, simple or complex, you choose your style and let the muse fly. Learn to shape rolling waves, hammer and forge, then weave in your favorite beads.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Tree of Life - Class

Three hour class
Metaphor, mystical, symbolic - found in every ancient culture in one form or another. The roots reaching into the earth, into the underworld, the branches reaching high above, into the heavens. Learn the Toodles Weave for the bail, direct from the author.

Design your own special tree. Use tiny stone bits for a leafy tree, or fill the branches with your family birthstones.

*Techniques utilized - weave wire, forge and hammer wire, proper use of tools, oxidize metal.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Intro to Wire - Serpents and Butterflies Bracelet - Class in Bracken Village

***July 1 Wed ***
and again
***August 28 Fri ***
Three hours - 12-3 OR 6-9pm
Learn the basics of wire and how to handle tools by making various components to assemble a unique bracelet.
Learn the straight up noose, serpent link, butterfly spiral, jump rings, dangle charms, caged bead, S-hook, hammering and oxidizing.
There are many earring combinations resulting from the skills gleaned in these techniques. Set your creativity free!

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Rings for your Fingers, Rings for your Toes - Class in Bracken Village

***July 22 Wed***
Two hours - 12-2 OR 6-8pm
Cover your digits with glam! Dispell the mystery of making rings. Learn the simple love knot, the one and three bead ring, and a variety of freeform adjustables. Maybe an earcuff thrown in for fun?

*Techniques utilized - forge and hammer wire, proper use of tools, oxidize metal.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Scallops Bracelet - Class

Two hours - 12-2 OR 6-8pm
A fun little project, suitable for beginners, fun for pros. A quick and much loved gift. Lovely little scallops all around your wrist. Make a whole jewelry box full in every color under the sun. Stack them or wear one at a time.

*Techniques utilized - forge and hammer wire, proper use of tools, oxidize metal.

*Skill Level: Beginner -- Never handled wire before? Come join the addiction!

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - http://andthebeadgoesonline.com/

Monday, February 23, 2009

Class lineup next quarter in Bracken

Heyya peeps! I'm working on the class lineup for the next quarter in Bracken, at And The Bead Goes On

I'm working on April thru the end of August.

Any suggestions? Requests? Thoughts? Specific days or nights or times that you'd like to see happen? Speak up!
Leave a comment here or email me - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com


Thursday, February 12, 2009

Whoopsie Update for SABOS classes

Last night's sign up was wonderful! Thanks to one and all.
Future students, so nice to meet you!
Not signed up yet? Better hurry, seating is limited.
I'm checking, there was a mix up in the order of classes.
Everything is in it's proper order below. So sorry for the error!


Saturday - May 2 -
11-1pm
Winter Tree of Life

2-4pm
Flutterbye Bracelet and Earring Combinations

Sunday - May 3 -
11-1pm
Toodles Weave Adjustable Ring

2-4 pm
The Cross Pendant

Beginners are Welcome! Supplies included.
Tools available for your use in class, tips on which ones to buy!

Have a question? Want to sign up now and pay later? Email me - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Tuesday, February 03, 2009

SABOS Spring Bead Bazaar - The Classes

I'll be teaching four classes, two hours each, at the SABOS Spring Bead Show, May 2 and 3, in Live Oak, near San Antonio.

Here is the line up of classes -

Saturday -

11 am - 1 pm

The Winter Tree of Life
Complete a Winter Tree in our first 2 hour class, then you can make trees for all the colors of your wardrobe. Learn to bend and forge wire, twist and shape the tree, tips on various bails and finishes, including oxidation secrets.
Join the afternoon Toodles Ring class to learn how I weave the bail on my trees, for a more elaborate and impressive pendant.
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2 pm - 4 pm
Flutterbye Bracelet with Earring Possibilities
The Spirals remind me of butterflies, the wiggly links look like serpents. Learn to form and forge the wire, cage beads and use the straight up noose to make links or earrings. Learn to make your own clasps, ear wires, jump rings and dangles. More hammering, oh delightful joy!

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Sunday -

11 am - 1 pm

The Toodles Weave Ring
I wrote the tutorial using this weave to form a bezel around a stone, published in Step by Step Wire Magazine. Popular demand resulted in classes for this adjustable ring. See the amazing results on my student blog.

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2 pm - 4 pm
The Cross Pendant
Celebrate your faith! Class will complete a pendant size cross, learning the art of shaping wire, forging with a hammer and weaving beads on a frame. The design makes a beautiful wall hanging, too.



Special introductory prices for classes at the SABOS show -

$25 will include 2 hours of instruction and helpful tips, (come pick my brain), and all the required materials and supplies needed for each project. I will have tools for your use, or bring your own, since your hands are already familiar with them.
Paypal to sherrys.jewels@gmail.com or mail a check to Sue to reserve your seat.

We'll work in copper during the classes, because it's beautiful, and it feels like sterling, but allows the freedom to explore and create without budgetary inhibitions. You are welcome to bring your own wire, if you would prefer something different.

Copper feels like dead soft sterling, so your new skills will translate straight over to your silver projects.

Check out my student blog to see the quality of my teaching skills. *grin*

I can't wait to share my passion with YOU!

Here are the details thus far for the SABOS Bead Bazaar, snipped directly from their website ---->>>


Spring Bead Bazaar

The 2009 Spring Bead Bazaar will be Saturday, May 2nd & Sunday May 3rd at the Live Oak Civic Center (map).

Hours:
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Free Admission!

Event details may change as we are still in the early planning stages. Please check back often for updates.

+++snip+++

Live Oak is a little town just north of San Antonio, for those of you who are not quite local. The event will be about two minutes off IH 35. See the map.

Sign up NOW to reserve your seat, space is limited - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Taking suggestions for SABOS classes

I'll be teaching four classes at the SABOS Spring Show, May 2 and 3, in Live Oak, near San Antonio. More details as they come available.

Which classes would y'all like to have available?
Wander thru my blog and see what has gone before. The projects must fit into a two hour slot, so there are a few that won't work, but lots of other choices...

Leave a comment here or PM me - sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Finally, photos of the other projects for Bead Jamboree!

Holey moley walkamolee, if it could go wrong, it did. Latest bump in my road, the camera is freezing up and then telling me the "card is unreadable" and "reset the camera." What's a "reset"??? Where did I put that instruction book....

Sooooo, I pulled out the little Fuji and got these shots, nearly suitable, sort of...

These trees are not quite so wonky as they appear. Character! That's it, they have character! The one on the right needs another limb or two, come see how to add them.

The Twisty Bracelet with Czech beads. These beads are yummie! Want some? Click here and scroll down.


We're going to play with rings! How many can you make in 2 hours?
The Intro to Wire Serpent Bracelet. How many ways can you see to use these components? There are at least 8 earring combinations here.
Click here for the schedule and the other class photos.
See you in Austin!
Hey, there's still time to sign up online and reserve Your seat.
sherrys.jewels@gmail.com

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Beaders! Join me!

Beaders! Are you looking for new direction to set your work apart from run of the mill?
Interest in wire working is growing exponentially, since wire lends itself so nicely to individuality.
My classes are all about technique - adapt the new skill and make it your own.
The possibilities are endless!

Join me -
Austin - Jan 23-25
Bracken - Jan 30
(click the date for details)
I love to spread the passion!

Monday, January 12, 2009

Classes at Austin Bead Jamboree - Jan 23-25

I've been invited to teach at the Bead Jamboree Shows in Texas. My first gig will be in Austin.

Austin Bead Jamboree Austin, Texas
Friday, Saturday and Sunday January 23rd, 24th, 25th --
Fri and Sat - 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm
Crockett Center 10601 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753

Public Welcome, Free Admission, Free Parking

Retail & Wholesale

There will be a drawing each day for a $100.00 dollar shopping spree at 1:00pm

You do not have to be present to win.



I've been putzing with the class roster for too long, trying to gather the "best" classes to offer. I'm making myself crazy, so here y'all go. Pick the classes that suit you best.
Feed back would be welcome!
(Corpus and San Antonio students - there's time to make requests before I set YOUR schedules for May and June.)
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Sign up immediately, space will be limited. Email me NOW! sherrys.jewels@gmail.com
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Two hour classes are $30 and One hour classes are $15.
All supplies are included and I will have tools for your use, but you are welcome to bring along your own.

If you need tools but don't know the difference between jewelry and auto mechanic tools, be sure to attend the Intro to jewelry class, to learn about my favorites.

All my classes are suitable for beginners and fun for the Professional. Come learn my secrets.

**** Friday, 10am-5pm
* 10:30-12:30 - Intro to Wire - The Serpentine Bracelet
* 1-2 - Intro to jewelry - tools, stringing, finishing
* 2:30-4:30 - Rings for your Fingers and Toes - Explore a variety of styles

**** Saturday 10am-5pm
* 10:30-12:30 - Border Wrap a Square Stone into a Pendant -*The* basic technique for turning flat objects into jewelry
* 1-2 - Intro to jewelry - tools, stringing, finishing
* 2:30-4:30 - Toodles Weave Ring - Learn my technique, first published in Step by Step Wire

**** Sunday 11am-4pm
* 10:30 - 12:30 - Twisty Bracelet - Weave your favorite color Czech beads into a fun little bracelet.
* 1-3 - Tree of Life

Pictures will soon be added to this post, so bookmark it and check back often. Here are a few-