Classes – Maria Rypan

Scalloped Heart Necklace (20) All LevelsThis chic bracelet uses 5mm Swarovski Bicones to form the edges that frame a fine crystal centre. Start with a foundation and repeat the 3-bead by 2-bead sequence for a neat diagonal weave. Finish this eye-catching 9″ bracelet in your choice of cyclamen opal or jet with a toggle for instant gratification.

3 Hour Workshop

Twig Willow Twist (20) All LevelsFun twisted glass bugles trimmed in copper or gold give this chic neckpiece the edge. Coordinating triangle and seed beads and metallic accents add glamour. Start front centre for a great beadweaving experience. Continue the wisps beyond the cascading twiglets following your own muse or illustrated picots for guaranteed results! Available in copper or bronze gold metallic.

3 Hour Workshop

3D Snowflake Extravaganza (20) All LevelsBack by popular demand! Choose from the new Silver Shadow or Classic Crystal Pearl Collection. The sparkle comes from the 6mm Swarovski Crystal Tips. Learn the secret for how these extraordinary 3D snowflakes are created and tricks to firmly place the bugle ‘V’s around a circle of beads. Great idea for décor and memorable gifts!

2 Hour Workshop

Diagonal Crystals Bracelet (20) All LevelsBeads add glitz, glitter and glamour to everything that they adorn. This class covers a variety of bead designs including B. J. Reid’s own creations. Create a beading sampler to use as your future reference guide for 3D and crazy quilting designs.

1.5 Hour Workshop

Let’s Start Beading: Picot Basics (12) BeginnerThe best intro to the world of beading is to experience how a simple change in direction with the needle can create a cluster at 90º or form a zigzag. Whichever way, you’ve just created a picot from a straight string of beads! Play with colour placement and unleash your creativity!

45 Minute Workshop

Embellishing Your World: Beading & Surface DesignsTransform the mundane into beautiful with an array of technique and design ideas. Be inspired to embellish a few things once you see how people in different parts of the world meet the challenge to create beauty with materials on hand. Breathtaking photos of decorated objects and their stories will motivate you to transform a few of your own.

45 Minute Seminar

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