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Classes are taught by Amy Loh-Kupser of i-bead.com. When you come to the class, you will also get to enjoy a private trunk show of all her amulet designs, PLUS be able to shop for kits, books, beads and more!

private classes
Check the show dates to find out where I'll be passing near you. E-mail her to set-up a private class! Minimum students is only 4 people and the classes are the prices listed below. I'll stop for an afternoon, evening or a full day or more depending on the travel schedule. No cost for the travel or stay, just make sure you have a place to park the motorhome and and a plug for electricity if it's for a full day.

Classes include ALL the materials and supplies and instruction sheet to complete your project. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the class to select your beads or kits, there is lots and lots to choose from!

kits...
Please read the difference between the two kits so that you order the correct one.

complete kits...  
Kits include detailed pattern instructions PLUS all the seed beads, crystals, or glass ornamental beads necessary to complete your project. Kits do NOT include needle and thread since most beaders already have them. If you need them you can order them on the supplies page.

refill kits...  
Beads ONLY for the design, so you can make another bracelet or necklace in a second color without having to purchase the pattern again.


Sea Treasures

Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY  $12.00  

Delicate, yet not as hard as you think! This bracelet is a lovely accent to just about anything. Sparkly 4mm Fire Polish to just about anything. Sparkly 4mm Fire Polish Crystals and 4mm Glass Pearls makes it a little more delicate design and not so chunky, though some of us like lots of bling!


Pearlicious

Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY  $12.00  

Three bold rich colors of 6mm Glass Pearls and 4mm Fire Polish Crystals and Seed Beads make this bracelet a show stopper! People will not believe you made it yourself!


Button Crossings

Class Fee:  $30
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

This is a fabulous way to use your vintage collection of buttons! This bracelet is made with new buttons, but bring your collection to class and make a one of a kind bracelet.


Unforgettable

Class Fee:  $24-28
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

Wondering what to do with that one large decorative button that you just had to have?

Turn it into a one-of-a-kind necklace! Learn how to do branch and loop fringe to accent your button. Several different ideas and instructions for necklace desgins and even more on how to add additional embelllishments are incuded.


Butterfly Lace Bracelet

Class Fee:  $22
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

This was fun to make! Talk about sparkle and motion. This is why I call it "Butterfly Lace". The picture just doesn't do it justice, the beads don't lay flat, they look like fluttery butterfly wings with sparkle!

Purple/Copper

REFILL KIT
$14.00

COMPLETE KIT
$22.00
Blue/Green

REFILL KIT
$14.00

COMPLETE KIT
$22.00
Olivine/Topaz

REFILL KIT
$14.00

COMPLETE KIT
$22.00
Black/Crystal

REFILL KIT
$14.00

COMPLETE KIT
$22.00
Antique

REFILL KIT
$14.00

COMPLETE KIT
$22.00


Victorian Rosettes Bracelet & Necklace

Class Fee:  $28
PATTERN ONLY   $12.00  
  

How to make such basic seed beads sparkle and dance. Once you learn this technique you can use so much of your stash. This is a great technique to learn and then to up the bling factor by swapping out the third color of Size 6 beads with 3mm Swarovski Crystals instead!

The necklace is the main rosette plus a few more rows to make it a little larger and flasher for a center pendant.

Purple/Copper

REFILL KIT
$20.00

COMPLETE KIT
$28.00
Blue/Teal

REFILL KIT
$20.00

COMPLETE KIT
$28.00
Olivine/Bronze

REFILL KIT
$20.00

COMPLETE KIT
$28.00
Black/Silver

REFILL KIT
$20.00

COMPLETE KIT
$28.00
Antique

REFILL KIT
$20.00

COMPLETE KIT
$28.00

Elegant Crystal Kiss

Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY  $12.00  

The next level for those of you who enjoy right angle weave. Not as hard as it looks, but it uses the beautiful bicone crystals to set off the colors on the sides.

Celadon Green
REFILL KIT           
$18.00

COMPLETE KIT     $26.00


Delicate Crystal Drops Necklace
Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

A less formal necklace than the full Crystal Drops Necklace. Perfect for any party or the holiday season. Just the right amount of sparkle. You can vary this design easily with pearls and stones and Swarawski crystals. The Springtime colors are the same used in the full sized Crystal Drops Necklace without being as formal, making it much more wearable for less formal events.

Springtime

REFILL KIT
$18.00

COMPLETE KIT
$26.00
Autumn

REFILL KIT
$18.00

COMPLETE KIT
$26.00
Purple Passion

REFILL KIT
$18.00

COMPLETE KIT
$26.00
Retro Antique

REFILL KIT
$18.00

COMPLETE KIT
$26.00


Evening Star Bracelet

Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

Talk about twinkle, twinkle little star! This one will shine anywhere! It has a bold elegance and yet it's not to heavy. It uses 6mm, 4mm, Size 11, Size 6, and Size 8 Seed Beads. Using the 6mm Crystals for the closure give it a nice uniform look without the break of a clasp. But you can add a traditional clasp instead if that's easier for you to put the bracelet on and off.



Turkish Delights
Class Fee:  $28
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

Big, bold, and sparkly! These beads are fabulous with the classic Hollow Crystal Bead designs to make into a show stopper of a necklace. Use one or make multiple beads in different colors for a great necklace that can be worn with multiple outfits. Create two focals in class.


Hollow Crystal Beads
Class Fee:  $24
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

Learn to make these fun hollow beads using Right Angle Weave. These are a lot of fun and quick to make. You will learn the basic shape and then how to add to it to make an even more elaborate design. These are beautiful by themselves on a chain or with multiples on a necklace. You will make three complete beads in class.

Crystal Flower Links
Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  


This delicate bracelet is quick to make once you've created your first one. You will choose from two different colors of 6mm Fire Polish Crystals, Size 8 and Size 11 Seed Beads. It takes on a completely different look depending upon your color choice.
Delicate Flowering Vine
Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  


Great technique to learn and build on. This is just one of many variations you can
make with this bracelet pattern. It can be as delicate as the above design, or you
can add, and add, and add until you hae a wild and crazy garden bracelet.

You choose two different Czech pressed glass flower shapes, one leaf shape, a Green mix of Size 11 and Size 8 Seed Beads, and one accent color in Size 11 Seed Beads.


Figure 8 Bracelet
Class Fee:  $28
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  


This is a classic Victorian style bracelet shown using Swarovski Crystals. The class uses 6mm & 4mm Fire Polish Crystal instead, it helps keep the cost down. Othewise the crystals alone would be more than the class fee! Accent Size 11 seed beads and a sterling silver toggle clasp will finish off this elegant bracelet.

Tubular Peyote - Geoceleste Needlecase
Class Fee:  $22
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

Create your own Geoceleste Needlecase with your choice of three delica colors. This versatile stitch can be used to make amulet bags (shown on right), accents for necklaces, and more.

Class includes instruction sheet, your choice of three colors of delicas, needlecase, needles and thread. You will learn how to read a pattern, and how to start any project quickly and easily, plus how to decrease to close the ends of the needlecase.



Twisted Herringbone
Class Fee:  $26
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

This bead stitch creates a soft and flexible bracelet or necklace reminiscent of a crocheted rope. But on this project you don't have to string all your beads in advance, you add them as you go. You can vary the size of beads and the shapes to create many different looks. Your choice of three colors of Size 8/0 seed beads and button.


Hugs & Kisses
Original Design by J-ME of Wild Things Beads
Class Fee:  $24
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  


This fun design can be made in a variety of colors. Your choice of 6mm Fire Polish Crystal and Size 11 Seed Beads can make it an elegant evening iece, a holiday favorite, or an everyday fun to wear piece.


Crystal Weave Bracelet
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

This bracelet is shown using 4mm or 6mm Fire Polish Crystals with accent beads and Sterling Silver caps and toggle.

For the class, you will choose either 4mm or 6mm Fire Polish Crystal, in one color or you can mix since you'll use from 174-222 crystals depending upon which size crystal you choose. Plus accent Size 11 or Size 8 Seed Beads, and receive Sterling Silver End Caps and Toggles to finish this beautiful project. Great for beginners or advanced beaders.



Spiral Rope
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  

The spiral rope is a great bead stitch to use for a nice soft flexible necklace. You can use many different kinds of beads and shapes to create an infinate number of variations that all look different and yet are the same stitch.

As with the sample shown to the right, instead of just two colors of beads, she used three colors PLUS fresh water seed pearls, her own lampwork bead and a Czech glass button to create this beauty.

If you already know the stitch, but don't know how to vary it, come take the class and we'll explore the possibilities!

Class includes your choice of Size 6 or 8 and Size 11 Seed Beads and instruction sheet. Additional beads can be purchased separately.


Right Angle Weave with Crystals
PATTERN ONLY      $12.00  


This is a great cuff bracelet design, you can even add more rows for more sparkle and drama. Shown above using 6mm Fire Polish Crystal it is also lovely using smaller 4mm Crystals which gives it a more delicate look.

Class includes your choice of 6mm Fire Polish Crystal, Size 11 Seed Beads and instruction sheet for future reference.

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