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Bead + Fiber is the premier destination for exciting day and evening classes open to artists and crafters of all levels. Please join my mailing list to receive email notices of gallery shows, class schedule and new materials.
Please note that Bead + Fiber has two hour free parking on weekdays and all-day free parking at weekends in the lot at 500 Harrison and on Thayer Street.
Class summary
BEADING
- Bead Crochet, 2 sessions, $80 + $20 materials; Skill Level - Beginners
- Bead Crochet Clinic, 1 session, $40 + materials; Skill Level - Beginners to Advanced
- Stringing 101, 1 session, $40 + materials; Skill Level - Beginners
- Wire Work/ Earrings 101 - 1 session, $40 +materials; Skill Level - Beginners - Intermediate
- Repurpose Your Jewelry: 1 session, $40 + materials; Skill Level - All Levels
- Ladder/Wraparound stitch - 1 session, $40 + materials
- Peyote 101 - 1 session, $60 + materials
- Knotting with Pearls, 1 session, $40 + materials. Skill Level: Beginners
- Russian Spiral netting - 1 session, $40 + materials. Skill Level: beginners
- Bead Embroidery - 1 session, $40 + materials. Skill Level: Intermediate
- Beaded Beads 101 - 1 session, $40 + materials. Skill Level: Beginner
- Beaded Beads 201 - 1 session, $40 + materials. Skill Level: Intermediate
- French Beaded Flowers - 1 session, $60 + $10 materials
HOOKING
WEAVING
- Kumihimo - 1 session, $40 + materials
- Advanced Kumihimo - 1 session, $40 + materials
- Weaving: Weave a scarf or table runner: $80 + $30 Kit. Skill Level: Beginners to Advancec
FELTING
- Felting: Felt Nuno Scarf - 1 session, $70 + $30 kit; Skill Level - Beginning thru Advanced
- (NEW!) Felting: Felted flower - $100 (includes materials of $30)
KNITTING
- One Skein Wonder, 2 Sessions, $80 + materials; Skill Level - Beginners to Advanced
- Manos Throw Drop-in, 12 Sessions, $40 + $140 materials; Skill Level - Beginners to Advanced
- Knitting with Wire and Beads, 1 session, $60 + $10 Materials
CLAYS
METAL WORK
OTHER CLASSES
- Silk Painting: $80 + $10 materials. Skill Level: Beginners -Advanced
- Needlepoint Stitchery Workshop: $40 + $25 materials. Skill Level: Beginners to Advanced
- Wire Weaving: $60 + $10 Kit. Skill Level: Must know how to knit
- Wiber (Wire and Fiber): $40 + $10 Kit. Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Jumping and Stamping: $40 + $10 Matrials. Skill Level: Beginner
The following policies apply to all classes held at Bead and Fiber:
- Full payment is due at time of registration.
- If you cancel prior to class, you will receive a credit for another class only.
- If you pre-register but do not come to class without letting us know in advance, no credit will be given (as we will not be able to fill your spot).
- Minimum enrollment for each class is 3 students. If we cannot fill the class we will contact you and you will be given a credit for another class. Unless indicated, supplies are not included in the class fee.
- Student and senior discount: with ID, receive 5% off class fee.
- Students enrolled in a class will receive a 10% discount for all additional items in the store (not including supplies for the class).
We have a calendar page of all our classes available.
Please see this link for details on the teachers for these courses.
Bead Crochet Clinic, 1 Session, $40 + Materials; Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Stringing 101, 1 session, $40 + materials; Skill Level - Beginners
Here's your opportunity to learn the basic techniques of bead stringing using nylon coated stainless steel wire and crimping to finish your piece. This class will include an introduction to beads, findings, tools, design and construction. During class, you will create a single strand bracelet.
Wire Work/ Earrings 101 - 1 session, $40 +materials; Skill Level - Beginners - Intermediate
Ever wondered how to make beaded earrings? This class will introduce students to earring design and basic wire wrapping techniques. You will create a pair of earrings in class, great for adding to your own jewelry collection or for gift giving! A kit fee of $10 is payable to the instructor at the time of the class.
Repurpose Your Jewelry: 1 session, $60 + materials; Skill Level - All Levels
Bring in those pieces you no longer wear and re-create them using your beads and others of your choice into beautiful jewelry that you will once again enjoy.
Ladder/Wraparound stitch - 1 session, $40 + materials
Using contemporary technique, and modern styling, with leather and beads of your choice, create a unique and comfortable bracelet. Once you have learned the technique you may choose to take it to the next level on your own and make necklaces and / or wrap-around bracelets.
Peyote 101 - 1 session, $60 + materials
Using this traditional technique with needle and thread, and glass seed beads, learn to create a show-stopping ring. Simple embellishment will be taught in this class.
Knotting with Pearls, 1 session, $40 + materials. Skill Level: Beginners
Knotting is a traditional technique for stringing beads. Pearls on silk thread is a classic look. A knot is tied between each bead to not only space them for greater individual prominence, but to also keep them from rubbing directly against each other.In this class you will make a bracelet. A kit fee of $20 is payable to the instructor at the time of the class.
Russian Spiral netting - 1 session, $60 + materials. Skill Level: beginners
Using seed beads and other small beads, you will learn the Russian Spiral netting technique. You will choose your own colors and create a beautiful bracelet. Beginner level.
Fiber Hooking - 1 session, $40 (kit not included). Ages 10+, no experience necessary
Learn this traditional art form in a new and contemporary medium. Lincoln Farm Design, as featured in the Boston Globe Magazine Design section, offers a portfolio of magical designs for rugs, pillows and pocketbooks. Each kit is created especially for you with the best wools and fabrics available today. Please view our web site, lincolnfarmdesign.com, to pick out a kit prior to the class. Also, hooks and frames will be available to purchase at the class if you do not already have them.
Felting: Felt Nuno Scarf - 1 session, $70 + $30 kit; Skill Level - Beginning thru Advanced
Students will learn how to create a beautiful 'Nuno Felt' (Nuno means fabric in Japanese). By manipulating a minimum amount of wool fiber through silk fabric you will make a felted fabric with characteristics quite different from traditional felt. Nuno felt is lightweight with drape and flexibility. There are many possibilities for transparency, exciting texture, conglomerate layering of materials with diverse characteristics, and thus great multiple dimensions. Students will create a lightweight three season scarf during class. Please be prepared to get wet, use your arms, and wear comfortable shoes!
Felting: Felted flower - $100 (includes materials of $30)
Students will learn the basics of 3-d feltng while creating a beautiful felted flower to use as a brooch. This class is great for students who want an introduction to felting but do not know if they could handle the physicality of creating a full scarf. Please be prepared to get wet.
Polymer Clay : Simple canes and beads -1 session, $80 + materials, plus store materials, if desired
No previous polymer clay experience is necessary for this quick, fun workshop. Techniques covered include introduction to polymer clay, how to condition the clay, tools needed, making basic canes, discussion on surface treatments and texturing, using an extruder, stamps and texturing for decoration. Projects include making up beginner canes which include: Skinner Blending, jelly roll, stripes, extruded dots and an assortment of other simple canes. Students may want to bring lunch and a beverage for a short midday break. We will make a pair of earrings to take home as time permits. Students will be asked to bring at least six blocks of Premo Polymer Clay in the colors that they like. They should include black and white in the color selection. The student should also plan to bring a ruler, notebook and pencil and a plastic bin so that all unbaked clay can be carried home.
OTHER CLASSES
Silk Painting: $80 + $10 materials. Skill Level: Beginners -Advanced
Learn the serti technique to create a stunning scarf in just one afternoon. The method involves drawing fine lines of gutta resist onto silk to outline your design. The lines stop the dyes from flowing into one another, which means that separate colored areas can be created. It is just like drawing an outline and then "coloring in". The possibilities are endless. These pieces make wonderful gifts to yourself or a friend and are absolutely art-to-wear! Beginner friendly.
