WORKSHOPS AT THE FAIR

Jewelry

Class ID: 1186 - Multi Wrap Bracelet with Leather and Beads Teacher: Mary Libby Neiman Class Level: Beginner (no experience) Class Type: Class Date: Saturday August 2nd Class Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM Class Location: B Working on a "clipboard loom" with two needles, Perle cotton thread, beads, leather cord and a button, students will learn how to make this popular multi wrap bracelet. Using a technique similar to macrame, this stitch can be used with a veriety of beads once the basics are mastered in this mini workshop Students Will Learn: how to stitch a Leather and Bead Multi Wrap Fashion Bracelet. Class Prerequisites(Students should know): how to thread a needle. Materials Fee: $15.00    *Material fees are separate from class fees and paid to the instructor the day of the class. Materials Fee Includes: a beading mat, leather cord, beads, perle cotton thread, a pair of twisted wire steel needles, beeswax, a button and 3 pages of illustrated instructions. Students Should Bring: scissors, magnification and a personal task light, if needed. Teacher Will Supply: a clipboard, a binder clip and padding for the clips. Minimum Age: 15 Maximum Class Size: 15 Class Fee: $40.00 Add Class to Cart

Kumihimo

Class ID: 1182 - Kumihimo for Beginners Teacher: Mary Libby Neiman Class Level: Beginner (no experience) Class Type: Class Date: Saturday August 2nd Class Time: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Class Location: B Kumihimo is an ancient technique now also being practiced on a contemporary version of the traditional kumihimo braiding disk. The braiding process can produce a wide variety of cords suitable for projects as diverse as necklaces to custom tie backs for curtains. Once the set up and beginning "rounds" are established, the braiding is rhythmical and easy to follow. When beads are added to the cord as it is fabricated, the finished object closely resembles bead crochet. Students Will Learn: how to set up a kumihimo disk in preparation for braiding an 18" cord necklace. The braiding process will be demonstrated and practiced. Findings for finishing the cord will be supplied and their installation will be demonstrated. Adding beads to braided cords will also be demonstrated and samples of beaded cords will be available for examination. Most students should be able to finish their projects in class. Cords made on a kumihimo disk can be used for many kinds of projects from handbag handles to trimming garments to home decor. Homework: none Class Prerequisites(Students should know): how to follow written instructions Materials Fee: $16.00    *Material fees are separate from class fees and paid to the instructor the day of the class. Materials Fee Includes: instructions, Kumihimo disk, complete set of metal findings for finishing andcords for braiding. Students Should Bring: scissors and magnafication, if needed. Bring a special pendant to wear on the cord, if desired. Teacher Will Supply: Special gel glue and specialized bobbins to use in class for holding the threads. Minimum Age: 15 Maximum Class Size: 18 Class Fee: $40.00 Add Class to Cart