Midwest Beads February April 2016 Class Schedule. Learn Something New!

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1 Ten Buck Technique Classes There are so many things you can do with beads once you know a few basics! If you are new to beading, our Ten Buck Technique Classes are a great way to get started! For $10 you get supplies and use of our tools to try your hand at some basics. Call (262) to save a space. Note: Please have credit card handy fees must be paid when you register. Beads supplied may vary slightly due to availability. Gypsy Diamonds: Beginning Beadweaving Learn an easy-to-master stitching technique using crystals & seed beads. A perfect class for any beader who has been timid about picking up a beading needle. Leave with a finished bracelet. FEE: TEN BUCKS, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED! Wednesday, Feb 10, 11:00-12:30 OR Saturday, March 26, 11:00-12:30 OR Friday, April 1, 2:30-4:00 p.m. Learn Something New! Wrapping a Tumbled Stone & Sea Glass Learn some easy wire techniques to wrap a tumbled stone & flat piece of Sea Glass & make them into wonderful pieces of wearable art! Leave with 2 finished pendants ready to wear on your favorite chain. FEE: TEN BUCKS, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED! Wednesday, March 2, 11-12:30 OR Thursday, March 31, 11-12:30 The Temptress Bracelet & Earring Set: Beading 101 New at beading? This class is especially designed for you! Learn the basics on beads, findings, stringing materials, tools, and how to get started in the wonderful world of beading. Leave with a finished bracelet & pair of earrings. FEE: TEN BUCKS, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED! Saturday, Feb. 27, 10:30-12:00 OR Tuesday, March 29, 11:00-12:30 Enabling Your Bead Addiction Since 1997! Diagonal Peyote Bead Earrings Learn the popular peyote stitch as you make two self-supporting beaded beads! Leave this class with a finished pair of earrings with a little diagonal flair! FEE: TEN BUCKS, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED! Wednesday, March 30, 2:00-4:00 Knotted Lariat This class will introduce you to the simple technique required for knotting. Using nylon cord, a beading awl & a variety of beads, you will create an easy to wear necklace. Since knotting can be used for so many other projects, it is essential for every beader to know how. Leave with a finished necklace! FEE: TEN BUCKS, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED! Saturday, February 27, 1:30-3:30 OR Friday, April 8, 11:00-1:00

2 DON T MISS OUR FREE STITCHING EVENTS SAVE THE DATES: THUR, FEB. 25 THUR, MAR 10 THUR, MAR 24 We supply the project instructions, tables, chairs & talented Beadologists to assist you every step of the way! Projects to be announced. Watch your s for details! Flaming Jewels Sunday, Feb 7, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Trying to figure out how these crisscrossing crystals weave together looks like a real mind-bender but easy when you know the tricks. No beading needle required! Come & learn the secret so that you can use it over & over again to make glamorous bracelets in every color of the rainbow! Level: Beginner. We Sell Gift Certificates! Russian Spiral Thursday, Feb 18, 11:00-2:00 Few things are prettier than a beaded spiral! One technique that gets far too little attention is the Russian spiral. The small compact rows give the stability of a peyote rope with the flexibility & drape of a crochet one. Learn this attractive stitch & how to securely attach a clasp without all the fuss! Skill Level: Any. Open Beading Every Monday! What s the perfect antidote for Mondays? BEADS, of course! Just bring a bead project, pull up a chair & let the beads fly! Make new friends, get and share ideas & have a few belly laughs in the process. Best of all, it s FREE; Just our way of saying Thank You to our wonderful customers. *Stop in between the hours of 10am- 2pm. *Stay for as long or as little as you like. *No reservations needed. *Everyone Welcome *Beading artist & author, Anna Draeger will be here to assist. To Register For A Class: Call Us At: Razor s Edge -NEW! Friday, Feb. 12, 11:00-2:00 OR Saturday, April 2, 2:00-5:00 Learn how to make a wrap bracelet with 2-hole Super Duo beads. Embellish with contrasting seed beads for an edgy zipper-like finish. Level: Motivated Beginner; Some stitching experience helpful. Magic Carpet -NEW! Friday, Feb 19, 11:00-2:00 OR Saturday, April 9, 10:30-1:30 Flat Herringbone stitch is a supple, fast basic beadweaving stitch. Learn how to combine cube-shaped seed beads & bicones crystals to create a bracelet that drapes beautifully around the wrist. Level: Motivated Beginner; Some stitching experience helpful.

3 Lady Cordova Necklace Sunday, Feb 21, 12:30-3:30 OR Friday, April 1, 11:00-2:00 Experience the feeling of true opulence with this aristocratic necklace. Learn how to blend Super duos, pearls & seed beads into a delicate V-shaped necklace. Put on the finishing touches with a sparkling crystal centerpiece & extension chain for adjustable length. Level: Motivated Beginner; Some stitching experience is helpful. Flipping Out! -NEW! Friday, Feb 26, 11-1:30 OR Saturday, March 26, 1:30-4:00 A fun, whimsical bracelet combining Tila beads & the popular 2-hole Crescent beads. Learn the basic beadweaving skills of ladder stitching & a criss-cross technique for embellishing the top of the bracelet with blingy crystals. Level: Motivated Beginner; Some stitching experience helpful. Albion Stitch Workshop Friday, March 4, 11:00-12:00 Come & spend an hour with us & learn the brand new Albion Stitch. The basic elements of the stitch are beaded picots which are then strung together thru the tips creating lots of versatility & color options. A really enjoyable stitch that you will master quickly. Skill Level: Any Instructor: Alice Lauber, $5, Needle, thread & enough beads to do a small sample of the weave are included. (Instructions/Materials cannot be held if you cannot attend.) Half-A-Chance Necklace Wednesday, Feb 24, 11:00-2:00 This easy-to-master necklace pattern stitches up quickly to any desired length. Put the finishing touches on with a decorative peyote toggle embellished with crystals. Level: Any. "The classes are excellent. Low cost, quality beading materials and taught by knowledgable individuals." - Mary S. Hubble Stitch Workshop Thursday, March 3, 11:00-12:00 Come & spend an hour with us & learn a brand new stitch that will both delight & challenge beadworkers. There is an element of both herringbone & ladder stitch to this new weave that produces beautiful, lacy beadwork. Skill Level: Any. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $5, Needle, thread & enough beads to do a small sample of the weave are included. (Instructions/Materials cannot be held if you cannot attend.) Casablanca Necklace & Earring Duo -NEW! Friday, March 4, 1:00-3:00 A vintage inspired piece of jewelry is like taking a step back in time. This classic bead & chain necklace is stunning in its simplicity. Learn to make both the necklace & earrings during this class using Super duos, Silkies & seed beads. Level: Motivated Beginner; some stitching experience is helpful. Come Bead With Us!

4 Midwest Beads February April 2016 Class Schedule Triangular Tulips -NEW! Saturday, March 5, 10:30-1:30 A delicate, wavy bracelet of beaded tulips made from the popular 2-hole triangle beads & crystals. Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Anna Draeger, $35, Materials Omega Wire Wrapped Bracelet Sunday, March 6, 12:30-3:00 Learn the herringbone wire wrapping technique. This technique creates a dramatic effect by overlapping wires as you weave and wrap them around a focal bead. These intricate looking wraps are surprisingly simple for even the wire wrapping novice. Skill Level: Any Crescent Combinations Saturday, March 5, 2:00-5:00 In this class create a variety of selfsupporting beaded beads made from the new 2-hole crescent beads. You will then string them onto flexible beading wire to create a one-of-a-kind bracelet. Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Anna Draeger, $35, Materials Just Arrived! Huge New Selection of 2-Hole Crescent Beads! Snake Charmer -NEW! Friday, March 11, 11:00-2:00 Named for its snake-like feel! The Herringbone stitch, also known as Ndebele, is a delicate & fluid stitch. This class will concentrate on a tubular version of the stitch using triangle seed beads and True2 firepolish beads for bling. Also learn how to make some basic loops & attach a few charming dangles. Skill Level: Intermediate. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $25, Materials Crystal Kryptonite -NEW! Sunday, March 13, 12:30-3:30 You won t be able to resist it! Learn to create a dimensional bracelet using 2hole triangles, dragon scale beads and crystals. Skill level: Intermediate. Instructor: Anna Draeger, $35, Materials Fairy Dust Bracelet Wed, March 9, 10:30-1:00 A beautiful, easy-to-master, crosswoven bracelet using chain links, crystals & flexible beading wire. A lightweight bracelet that is as fun to make as it is to wear. Skill Level: Any. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $25, Chain & flexible beading wire is included in class fee; Other Materials We Will Be Closed On On Easter Sunday March

5 Magical Peacock Pendant -NEW! Wed., March 16, 11:00-1:00 Learn how to make this stunning, intricate looking Super Duo pendant. In this class you will learn how to brick stitch off a decorative metal ring and securely attach it to a leather necklace with a decorative knot. Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $25, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED. Flash Bulb Earrings -NEW! Thursday, March 17, 11:00-1:00 A stunning pair of earrings or pendant that will turn heads! In this class learn how to create a setting for your Swarovski rivoli using bugles, seed beads & a few crystals. Level: Beginner. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $20, Materials Enter To Win! Be sure to fill out an entry form for your chance to win a $50 Bead Bucks coupon given away monthly! My Biggest Fear Is That My Husband Will Sell All My Beading Supplie pplies For What I Told Him They Cost! Mirror, Mirror -NEW! Friday, March 18, 11:00-2pm In this class learn to create a unique right angle weave bezel setting for your cabochon. You will also learn how to string, crimp & attach findings to give this necklace a professional looking finish. Level: Motivated Beginner; Some stitching experience is helpful. Simple Wire Rings Saturday, March 19, 11-1:30 Leave this class with 8 finished rings! In this ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED class, learn how to use a ring mandrel, gauge wire & a handful of beads & make 4 different styles of rings: the Egyptian Scroll, the Rosetta, the 3-Bead ring & the Basic Wrap Around. Don t miss this fun & informative class! Level: Any Instructor: Alice Lauber, $30, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED. Peyote Cyclone Saturday, March 19, 2-5pm Learn how to make a flat Cellini spiral using several different sizes of colorful seed beads. This bracelet gives the optical illusion of a spinning cyclone as the beads in each row increase & decrease in size. You will also learn how to attractively attach a clasp a needed skill for any bead weaver. Skill Level: Knowledge of peyote helpful, but not necessary. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $25, Materials Viking Knit Workshop Sunday, March 20, 12:30-3:30 A knit that doesn t use any knitting needles! Learn an ancient style of wire knitting to create this handsome woven bracelet or necklace component. After the knit is complete we will be pulling it thru a drawplate to achieve a consistent netted look. Finish with cones, a clasp & a few wire wraps for your choice of a bracelet or necklace. All skill levels welcome. Instructor: Alice Lauber, Class Fee: $40 (Includes Viking Knit Wire Weaving Tool, a $24.95 value) Other materials Love Our Store? Please Be Suire to Tell A Friend About Us!

6 Renaissance Ring Wed, March 23, 11:00-1:30 Learn how to make a 2-row right angle weave ring with tiny crystal & pearl embellishments. A simple, yet elegant ring that you can enjoy every day! Level: Knowledge of right angle weave is helpful, but not necessary. Millipede Bracelet -NEW! Tuesday, March 29, 1:30-4:00 This simple, yet dazzling design makes macramé fun. Learn how to make a marcrame leather wrap bracelet that has tons of crystals for curb appeal. A button closure will give it that finishing touch! Skill Level: Beginner. Swarovski Button Lariat -NEW! Thurs, March 31, 1:00-4:00 Lariat necklaces are a great way to make a unique jewelry statement. A lariat necklace does not have a clasp or hook at the back of the necklace like most necklace styles. In this class learn how to peyote stitch around a Swarovski Button and use it as a decorative clasp in the front of this 2-stranded wrap around lariat. Skill Level: Knowledge of peyote stitch is helpful but not necessary. Daylight Savings Time Begins at 2am on Sunday, March 13 th! Perfectly Imperfect Necklace -NEW! Friday, March 25, 11:00-2:00 In this very informative class, you will learn how to brick stitch around a pearl & learn some basic wire wrapping techniques using gauge wire & chain. All skill levels welcome. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $35, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED. Squiggle Wire Cuff -NEW! Wed, March 30, 10:30-1:00 In this class you will learn to shape & form wire to create a wavy cuff and then use a thinner gauge wire to embellish between the squiggles. You will also learn how to make your own wire clasp. A very fun & informative class. Skill Level: Any. Instructor: Alice Lauber, $20, Materials Czech Out Our Recently Restocked Bar Beads! Galaxy Rope Necklace Saturday, April 2, 10:30-1:30 Create an out-of-this-world necklace as you learn a variety of beadweaving techniques. The new Infinity beads & Melon beads play a major role in this long & stylish necklace. Perfect accessory for your Spring wardrobe. Level: Motivated Beginner. Some stitching experience helpful. Patient Teachers! Friendly, Talented Staff!

7 Persian Fan Necklace -NEW! Sunday, April 3, 12:30-3:30 Using firepolish teardrops & Swarovski pearls, you will create this beautiful and exotic necklace. Components can also be used to make pendants or earrings. Skill Level: Motivated Beginner; some stitching experience is helpful. Instructor: Alice Lauber $22, Materials Wire Nirvana Saturday, April 9, 2:00-4:30 Take your wire wrapping to the next step with some twists, turns & spirals. Learn the basics of wire wrapping along with some additional wire techniques such as wrapping around a bead, making spirals and making your own S-hook clasp. You just need beads & wire! Sign-up & join the fun! Skill Level: Any Open 7 Days A Week! M,T,W,TH,F: 10-6pm Saturday: 10-5pm Sunday: 12-4pm CLASS INFORMATION -You may register in person or by phone (262) If calling by phone, please have your credit card handy. Please note: We cannot redeem gift certificates over the phone. -Payment in full is required to reserve your space. We accept cash, personal checks, VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER. -Samples of completed class projects are on display at the store and can be viewed online at midwestbeads.com. Sorry, no web registrations or registrations at this time. -Class sizes are limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Please ask to be put on a waiting list if your class choice is filled. -Classes are intended for adults. We ask that you be a least 14 years or older to attend. (We offer birthday parties & over-the counter advise for beaders of all ages!) -Supply lists will be available when you register. Please make sure to have all necessary materials PRIOR to the start of your class. -Tools, if needed, will be provided at no additional charge. Tools are the property of Midwest Beads and stay in the classroom. -All classes start promptly at times stated. Please be courteous to fellow class members by being on time and turning off cell phones. Call to Register: (262) "Great selection, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Alice is a great instructor, so patient and helpful." - Nancy H. CANCELLATION POLICY Please Read BEFORE Signing Up For Your Classes! -Choose your classes wisely, as all class sales are final. No refunds, transfers or store credits will be made if you cannot attend. However, if you call the store in advance, we can hold a set of instructions for you OR you may send an adult friend in your place. -If we need to cancel a class due to weather or low attendance, you will be notified and you will have a choice of attending a rescheduled class, a transfer, a full refund or store credit. Don t Miss A Thing! Sign Up Today & Receive Updates, Class Information, Trunk Show Invitations & Money Saving Special Offers! Our Most Popular Style Clasp! Get It Together With A Snap! Available in several different finishes in the popular 9mm size. Bright silver, bright gold, bright copper, oxidized silver, oxidized copper, gunmetal, oxidized gold and rhodium finish.. Available in packages of 5 clasps. (some styles also sold separately)

8 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 31 1 February * Barnacle Bracelet 10:30-1:30 Quad Stackers 2-5pm * Flaming Jewels 12:30-3: * Gypsy Diamonds 11-12: * Razor's Edge 11-2pm 13 * Beginning Shuttle Tatting Workshop 10:30-5:00 (1 hour break:1-2pm) 14 * Happy Valentine's Day! * Russian Spiral 11-2pm * Magic Carpet 11-2pm * Crystal Crossings 10:30-1:30 Cosmic Connections 2-5pm 21 * Lady Cordova Necklace 12:30-3: * Half-A-Chance Necklace 11-2pm * All Day FREE Stitching Event 10-7pm Watch your s for details! 25 * Flipping Out! 11-1:30 26 * Beading :30-12:00 Knotted Lariat 1:30-3:30 27 * Junctions & Juxtopositions 12:30-3: /27/ :45 AM. Page 1

9 March 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday * Wrapping A * Hubble Stitch Tumbled Stone & Sea Workshop 11-12pm Glass 11-12: * Albion Stitch * Triangular Tulips Workshop 11-12pm 10:30-1:30 Casablanca Necklace Crescent 1:00-3pm Combinations 2-5pm * Omega Wire Wrapped Bracelet 12:30-3: * Fairy Dust Bracelet 10:30-1pm * All Day FREE Stitching Event 10-7pm Watch your s for details! 10 * Snake Charmer 11-2pm * Beginning Shuttle Tatting Workshop 10:30-5:00 (1 hour break:1-2pm) 13 * Crystal Kryptonite 12:30-3: * Magical Peacock Pendant 11-1pm 17 * Flash Bulb Earrings 11-1pm * Mirror, Mirror 11-2pm * Simple Wire Rings 11-1:30 Peyote Cyclone 2-5pm 20 * Viking Knit Workshop 12:30-3: * Renaissance Ring 11-1:30 * All Day FREE Stitching Event 10-7pm Watch your s for details! * Perfectly Imperfect Necklace 11-2pm 26 * Gypsy Diamonds 11-12:30 Flipping Out! 1:30-4pm * Easter Store Closed * Beading :30 Millipede Bracelet 1:30-4pm * Squiggle Wire Cuff 10:30-1pm Diagonal Peyote Bead Earrings 2-4pm 31 * Wrapping A Tumbled Stone & Sea Glass 11-12:30 Swarovski Button Lariat 1-4pm /27/ :45 AM. Page 2

10 April 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday * Lady Cordova Necklace 11-2pm Gypsy Diamonds 2:30-4pm * Galaxy Rope Necklace 10:30-1:30 Razor's Edge 2-5pm 2 3 * Persian Fan Necklace 12:30-3: * Knotted Lariat 11-1pm * Magic Carpet 10:30-1:30 Wire Nirvana 2-4: /27/ :45 AM. Page 3