New Classes & Workshops!
~great new projects just added!

We admit it. We work hard to keep you addicted.
So each month we like to create a new project for you to learn.

Here then, is where you will find the newest classes added to the Buttercup Classroom.
But don't miss the others! ----> click here! <---to see the complete line up.

 And don't forget to visit the Class Calender page to see dates and times.

 


New!  Beaded Amulet Bag

Beautiful as well as functional - Learn how to make this pretty Amulet Bag in one short afternoon.  Once you know the technique  - then the design variations are endless. Let Andrea show you the secrets.

Level:  Intermediate
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35. + materials.

What the heck is an Amulet Bag?

Amulet bags are generally worn at heart level.  In ancient times they were used by Native tribes to carry herbs or things to ward off evil spirits. In other words, they were sometimes worn for protection. They were also used to carry precious mementos of loved ones, or prayers.  If you have a family member or friend who is going through a tough time you can put prayers in it for them. Every time you look at or touch the bag you will be reminded to send them love and prayers. Love is very powerful for healing the mind, body, or spirit.

 

 


New!  Beaded Cabochon

How fantastic is this - learn how to bead around a cabochon in one afternoon. Use a variety and mix of seed beads to turn any stone, or glass cabochon into a beautiful freeform beaded pendant.  Let Andrea show you the secrets.

Level: Intermediate
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $45. + materials.


New!  Textures- Mixed Media Necklace.

This pretty necklace is a great way to mix fibers with beads and a great focal.  Learn how to turn something simple into something fabulous in just a few hours. Totally soft and warm around your neck.  It feels like you're wearing a scarf!  Let Andrea show you the secrets.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35 + materials.

 

Be Mine Valentine? - Wire Heart Pin or Pendant

Way better than a paper heart and just in time for Valentine's Day - learn how to make this graceful sterling wire heart shaped pin (or pendant) in one easy afternoon.  Let Gina show you how to shape, wrap, and texturize sterling wire into a great lapel pin or if you choose, finish as a pendant.  Once you know the technique - then you can fashion earrings and charms to gift your favorite Valentine!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35. + material

 


 

Suraja (sur -ah - ja) (sun)

As exotic and pretty as the indian sun - this beautiful bracelet can be all yours in one short afternoon. Perfectly adapatable to many sizes of beads - you will have a lot of fun doing variations on this project. Let Andrea show you how to create on of your own. ~Namaste.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + Materials

 



New! Bead/Wire Cabochon Bezel

Continue you wire working experience by learning how to do mini coiling with beads and crystals around a beautiful bead or cabochon.  A unique and fresh way to embellish any focal piece.  Place it on a simple silk cord and wear it home after class!  2 hours.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $35. + materials

 

pic coming soon!

 

New! Gorgeous Geometrics

Learn how to weave these beautiful delica triangles with crystal embellishments and assemble into a pretty bracelet. You will love this technique - even if you hated Geometry.  Stunning.

Level:  Intermediate
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + Materials.

New!  ~Beaded Tennis Bracelet~

Make this pretty beaded tennis bracelet in just a few hours - the variations are endless.  Perfect for any wardrobe!

Level:  Intermediate
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + materials.

 

Curly-Que - Wire Workshop

If you love wire projects - boy, oh boy, are you gonna love this wire workshop with Gina!  Learn how to do a multitude of wire techniques in this great new class!  Clasps, and links, twisties, and bindings,swirls, and curls..the list goes on and on. This is a perfect class for beginners as well as seasoned wire workers looking to hone their skills.  You will love this workshop. Bring roller skates as Gina will be covering a lot of techniques - 5 hours.

Level:  Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor:  Gina Stuebel
Fee:  $55. + materials.

"Knot Hard" - Wire Pendant

Another great class by Sue Quinque!  Test your wire working skills with this fun and beautiful pendant. Learn how to fashion an artistic swirly knot in copper wire in one short afternoon. (Also looks great in sterling!) Let Sue show you the secrets..

Level:  Intermediate
Teacher:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $40.00 + materials.

 

Fanciful Fusing -  Silver Workshop

Completely beautiful and all yours in one fun-filled afternoon.  Take your silver fusing skills to the next level with this great pendant and earring class taught by Sue Quinque. Students will learn to work in heavy gauge fine silver - and learn how to shape, mold, hammer, patina, and pierce the silver using a variety of techniques.  Class size extremely limited - so sign up early!

Level: Intermediate - must have fusing experience
Teacher:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $45. + kit.

Fusing tools required.  May bring own - or purchase in class.  Call store for details.

 

Indira - wire crocheted cuff

Another pretty way to combine wire and crochet technique for an artisan cuff bracelet. Bead embellisments take this to a whole new level.  A breezy bracelet to do in one short afternoon - beautiful.

Level:  Intermediate - crochet knowledge needed
Teacher:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35+ materials.