| Beginning Enameling - Staff Instructor - for all ages (This is a great intergenerational class.) Learn the basics of copper enameling. Students will learn a variety of enameling techniques on performs small jewelry pieces. Up to 6 pieces will be completed in class. Class schedule On-line registration
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| Bridal Head Piece - Instructor: Saundra Weed - Learn to design your Tierra or multi layered veil. Saundra is a designer, artist, author and teacher.
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Metal Magic: Corrugated Metal Earrings -
Nancy Garber - Learn this new exciting technique to add to your jewelry making skills. We will complete pairs of copper earrings in class. Sterling sheet will be available for purchase.
Class schedule On-line registration
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Diagonal Weave Necklace with Pearl or Stone Drop - Guest Artist: Beth Stone - Come learn this delicate and refined bead design. Everyone will be impressed when you say, “I made it myself.” This will be a necklace that you will want to make several of. Make one for a special evening out, another for everyday wear and possibly another just for fun. (you are welcome to bring a bag lunch to eat during class). Come see the sample of this and other class samples by Beth Stone, in the store. No experience necessary Class schedule On-line registration
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Diagonal Weave Strap Bracelet - Guest Artist Instructor: Beth Stone - Come see the sample of this and other work by Beth Stone, in the store. No experience is necessary. Very sophisticated looking bracelet. (you are welcome to bring a bag lunch to eat during class).
Class schedule On-line registration
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 Exploring Fused Glass Workshop -HOT>>>HOT>>HOT Instructors: Leslie & Nancy - A number of projects have been designed to explore several innovative techniques. 2 full days will be spent exploring many options and techniques that have been brought back to Brighton Beads from national fused glass workshops. (3-D laying, frit elements, kiln carving with Kaiser Lee Board, working deep, controlling the lines, etc). Enrollment is limited! No experience is required. You may want to take this workshop more than once if you do not have your own kiln. Suggested items that you want to bring: decorative paper punches, decorative scissors, rubber stamps, paint brushes, Open
attitude.
Workshop fee includes materials and firings.Class schedule On-line registration
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For the Love of Beads - Artist: Beth Stone - Let the fun begin! This series will concentrate on seed beading techniques using the peyote & brick stitches, perfect for the beginner. Beth Stone is the Contributing Editor of Bead Style Magazine.
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Fused Glass by Leslie -  Instructor: Leslie Radabaugh
- Glass had emerged over the last few years as one of the hottest art forms. Learn the methods of fusing glass. Instructor will cover safety and how to design sheets of glass into smooth jewels with a 3-D effect. Class fee includes all supplies and firing. Pieces are ideal for rings, pendants or bracelets.
Class schedule On-line registration
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Geometric Flat Peyote - Artist: Beth Stone - Learn Geometric Flat Peyote with Beth. Bring assorted delica beads including BLACK. Beth Stone is a Contributing Editor of Bead Style Magazine.
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Glass Frit Painting - Staff Instructor: Nancy Garber - Frits - crushed glass - has many kiln working applications including painting. This is a new art form. See samples in the store.
f interested in this class? Call 810-844-0066 to be added to Interest List or fill out Interest Form
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Growing Profits from your Home Based Jewelry Business! - Guest Instructor: Leslie Radabugh - Leslie will lead this information packed seminar on selling for the home based business. Start up, record keeping, pricing and market penetration will be covered. Class schedule
On-line registration
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Irresistible Earrings -
Nancy or Angel will be your instructor- Learn the basics of earring construction and designs. Get new ideas for your creations.
If your are marketing your work, you will leave this class with many new
ideas and samples for your next show. Idea generation, design,
construction, and pricing will be covered. Basic tools are required,
you can use ours or bring your own. . This is a great beginning class for people of all ages
and skills. Practice wire and beads are provided.
Class schedule On-line registration
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Chain Series -Thursdays at 6 pm - 8pm
Leslie Radabaugh Instructor - Construction of chains with open
jump rings. Learn to make your own jump rings. Jump rings will
be available for sale in class. Jump rings are normally available in
sterling silver, gold filled and now in beautiful colored rings, Have
fun learning while staying within your budget. Use these chains for bracelets, necklaces or earrings with or without beads
or charms. Master the basic and then learn a variations. A
schedule of the specific chains being taught is available.
 Class schedule TBD - Call for dates: 810-844-0066
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Killer Beads - Guest Artist: Cindy Moore for Alabama - Learn one of the hottest techniques in jewelry -- twisted wire beaded jewelry.
This is not an original design just very very popular and tricky. Year after
year students have been amazed by their own successful creations that they
are able to wear home.You can wait until summer to make this bracelet or
take it from our own Leslie Radabaugh. Call Brighton Beads and More to
sign up for this class. Class schedule
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Kiln Cast Ornaments - Staff Instructor: Nancy Garber - Learn to sculpt and form interesting shapes by carving fiber board. Then you choose your glass to fill the form. Finally it will be fused in the kiln. Make these special ornaments for your own family or for a special gift. This is a new innovative technique learned by Nancy at the last glass convention in Portland, Or. Class schedule On-line registration
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 Lampwork Bead Making - Instructor:
Nancy or Paul Garber - This is HOT in America. Learn safely and creatively to make glass beads with a torch. Working in an open flame as bead makers have done for centuries, you will melt colored Italian glass rods and wind the glass into beads. Take home your first beads at the end of class.
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Silver Ring Making - Guest Artist: Fred Monroe
You will create a double ring. The outer ring will have a pierce design that becomes distinctive when the patina is applied.
Class schedule On-line registration
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Wire Weaving - Guest Instructor from Arizona
and Georgia: Cindy Moore - Learn one of the hottest techniques in jewelry...Wire Weaving.
This summer (2007) will be the 4th year Cindy has come to teach. We
will have an expanded weaving schedule.
Weaving 101, Weaving 201,
Weaving 202 and Finishing Techniques. Watch the
calendar for Weaving Classes in JULY
2007.
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Dichroic Jewelry - Staff Instructor: Leslie Radabugh - Cut and design elements of glass and wire to be fused and then used in jewelry.
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Pearl Lighting - Guest Artist: Beth Stone - Elegant and exciting best describes this work of art. You’ll want to make one for yourself and one to give for a very special gift. (You are welcome to bring a bag lunch to eat during class). Come see the sample of this and other class samples by Beth Stone, in the store. Peyote knowledge is required.
Class schedule On-line registration
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 PMC = Precious Metal Clay - Instructor: Nancy Garber - Get ready for excitement. You will work with a soft clay like material that is actually fine silver. Bring your stamps, textured buttons, small cookie cutters. Let Nancy open the door to this exciting media. You will be able to take home your pieces.
Class schedule On-line registration
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| PMC and Colors - Staff Instructor: Nancy Garber - Learn to make and embellish a colorful fine silver pendent. Class schedule TBD - Call for dates: 810-844-0066
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PMC= Precious Metal Clay - TEACHER'S
CERTIFICATION COURSE - GUEST Instructor:- This 3-day workshop presents a chance for people to understand the potentials of working with Precious Metal Clay (PMC) through the completions of seven projects in the workshop curriculum. All materials, a manual, and tool kit are provided to see the students through each project to a successful finish. Students completing the workshop will receive a certificate that entitles them to purchase all PMC and PMC-related products at a discount from Rio Grande.Registration for the workshop is through the PMC Guild. Call 970-419-5503 and speak with Jo Luttrell or register through the website at: www.pmcguild.com
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  Primitive Silver Casting - Cuttle Fish - Guest Instructor: Cindy Moore - Casting with visiting
artist Cindy Moore. Create a mold design uniquely yours for a earring set, pendants or a watch link. Then we will use your scrap silver to cast your creations.Class schedule On-line registration
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 Russian Spiral Class - Guest Artist: Beth Stone - This beautiful bead weaving necklace will be featured in August 2005 "Bead and Button Magazine". This is an Intermediate to advance beading class.If interested in this class? Call 810-844-0066 to be added to Interest List or fill out
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 Stitch Sampler Necklace - Guest Artist: Beth Stone - Using Japanese Beads for their precision, make this fascinating necklace. Have fun learning and working with colors and design. This is an Intermediate to advanced beading class.If interested in this class? Call 810-844-0066 to be added to Interest List or fill out Interest Form
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  Stringing - Staff Instructor - Learn the ins and outs of materials and crimping. We are waiting to help you with your projects. No cost at this time for this class. Class schedule On-line registration
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Beth Stones Ring Class call for info 810-844-0066
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Triangle Weave - Guest Artist: Beth Stone - Come see the sample of this and other class samples by Beth Stone displayed in the store. This is the beautiful necklace that Danielle has been modeling. It has a very delicate and intriguing look as Beth has designed it. It can be executed in larger beads to offer a slightly different look. This is a very exciting design that is surprisingly easy to do. If you have been curious by the many weaves and techniques done with beads, this would be an excellent entrée into this realm. If you are an experienced beader you will enjoy adding to your repertoire. (you are welcome to bring a bag lunch to eat during class). Class schedule On-line registration
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Unlocking the Design Puzzle - Instructor: Saundra Weed - "Exploring the Secrets to creating Good Jewelry Designs" This workshop will cover:
- The 7 Principles of Design
- Choosing color, texture, pattern
- Tools and exercises to help you find your own unique style
- Create 'Signature' pieces
- Incorporate your own design elements
- How to find inspiration to accomplish all of the above.
This workshop is suitable for everyone from the professional to the novice artist, teachers, jewelers, website designers, and those who want to develop their own personal abilities. You will be learning sophisticated concepts and working and applying them your own work. This workshop can be applied to any media from those working with beads, metal, gemstones, cloth, mosaics, textiles and paint. skills learned: design and color principles, examine your color tastes and develop your own color palette.
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 Wire and Metal Class - Instructor: Nancy Garber - Learn wire wrap jewelry techniques and beginning metal work in this class. Make pendants, bracelets, earrings, rings, while letting your imagination be your guide.
Pictures of students work Class schedule On-line registration
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Series Classes |
 Monday Series - Simple Soldering Series
- Staff Instructor - Learn to make soldered chains, findings, rings, and much more. Sign up now and begin(supply list is available). Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm. $55 for 3 week series, materials not included. Alumni
for $5 per classClass schedule On-line registration
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Tuesday Series - FUNdamentals in Wire Series - Staff Instructor - Learn what to do with cabs without holes, make solder-less chain, earrings, rings and much more. Requests for class projects are welcome. Time: 4pm - 6pm OR 6pm- 8pm. $55 for 3 week series, materials not included. Alumni for $5 per class. Class schedule On-line registration
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Chain Making Series - Staff Instructor: Leslie
Radabaugh - Learn to make 3 different chains in
this series, including
Byzantine Chain. Chain
making is relaxing, interesting and easy (once you know how.) . Practice wire is included. Learn to cut your own jump rings and make this wonderful puzzling chain. This is a great class for beginners of all ages and for more advanced students to make a classic bracelet. Bring your own tools or borrow ours.
Wednesdays 6pm - 8 pm If interested in this class? Call 810-844-0066 to be added to Interest List or fill out Interest Form |
Wednesday Series - Bead Sampler Series - Staff Instructor - Basics of beaded jewelry construction and the basic stitches, such as peyote, brick, square stitch, and diagonal weave. Request welcomed for class projects. Time: 6pm - 8pm. $55 for 3 week series, materials not included. Alumni for $5 per class.Class schedule On-line registration
If interested in this class? Call 810-844-0066 to be added to Interest List or fill out Interest Form
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Thursday Series - Bead Stringing - Staff Instructor - Learn the ins and outs of materials and crimping.
 We are waiting to help you with your projects. Time: 6pm - 8pm. No Cost at this time.Class schedule On-line registration
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Daytime Bead Sampler Series - Staff Instructor - Basics of beaded jewelry construction and the basic stitches, such as peyote, brick, square stitch, and diagonal weave. Request welcomed for class projects. $55 for 3 week series, materials not included.
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Sunday Series - KIDS Bead Sampler Series - Staff Instructor - Build a hobby with your child. The basics of bead construction repeated every one out of 3 weeks (bracelets, earrings and a necklace). The basic stitches, such as peyote, brick, square stitch, diagonal weave and other interesting new techniques will be offered the other Sundays of the month. Requests for class projects are welcome. $55 for one child or $75 for 1 child & 1 adult, for 3 week series; materials not included. Alumni for $5 per class. Class schedule On-line registration
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