Seed & Bead Weaving Classes~
Be amazed at what some seed beads and some needle and thread can do!
Magically meditative and soothes the creative soul -
Super fun to do and not nearly as complicated as it looks!
Try one today! You'll be glad you did.
Spiral Delights
All you spiral lovers out there will love this new variation of spiral weave. Design a whole new look just by changing sizes, shapes and colors of beads. An interesting stitch that works up beautiful in just a few hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials
Marisol
Delicate and pretty as a picture - this bracelet will be sure to please. Create beautiful effects using a mix of firepolish and seed beads. You will love this design.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+materials
Loom Weaving -
Okay ladies - it's time to put your fears to bed and learn how to use a loom to make beautiful beaded patterns. I'm sorry I waited so long to learn this great technique! Works up faster than you can imagine and the finishing is easy. Once you see how easy it is to duplicate this pattern - you can then sketch your own pattern on a graph paper and go to work. Imagine the possibilities!
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $45 + materials
Wire loom required. Call store for details.
Allow extra time for class
Night On the Town -
Wow - talk about sparkle! I couldn't get a great picture of this bracelet because of all the bling. You will love this new design because it works up super fast and looks like a million bucks. Perfect for the holidays or any special occasion - stunning.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ materials
Beaded Clasps Workshop
A perfect way to finish any seed bead project - this clasp only workshop will teach you four beautiful finishing techniques - Beaded Rivoli, Beaded Bead, Beaded Toggle, and Hidden Snap. Imagine the possibilities! Let Meg show you the secrets in just a few hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meg McBrearty
Fee: $45 + materials
Indian Summer
Perfect for any time of year - this pretty bracelet can be all yours in a matter of a few hours. Let Meg show you how to create this amazing dimensional bracelet using a mix of seed beads, crystals and pearls. Stunning!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Meg McBrearty
Fee: $35 + materials
Winter Frost
Perfect for the holidays and the coming season - learn how to make this sparkling frosty snowflake necklace in just a few hours. Students should be able to have this project completed by end of class.
Level: beginner/intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + materials
Serenity
It's hard to capture in pictures the true beauty of this beaded cuff. The soft lines blend with rolling waves to produce a very calming and fluid effect - let Meg show you how to create a little piece of serenity in just a few hours.
Level: Beginner friendly
Instructor: Meg McBrearty
Fee: 35.00
Lady Arabella
A perfect crystal pendant for any occasion, Lady Arabella works up super fast and super easy ~ wear yours home by the end of class! Let Andrea guide your creativity.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + materials.
Jewels of the Nile
You will feel like Queen Nefertiti wearing this gorgeous Rivioli design. Shimmers and sparkles at every turn, perfect for special occasions and the holidays - you will love making this stunning design. Let Meg help you get your bling on!
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meg McBrearty
Fee: $45 + materials.
Chantilly Lace
It's hard to capture the true beauty of this pretty necklace! Soft and shimmering - you will love using the new peanut beads to complete this design. Let Meg show you how to weave this in no time - 3 hrs
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meghan McBrearty
Fee: $45 + materials
Metropolitan
This sophisticated design is new to Buttercup. Make great use of Tila beads and Rivioli - you won't believe how much this sparkles - Let Meg show you the secrets -
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meghan McBrearty
Fee: $35 + materials
New! Marseille (Mahr-say)
Reminiscent of the anciet architecture of the Marseille Provence - this beautiful bracelet can become all yours in a matter of a few short hours. Let Meg show you how it's done.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meghan McBrearty
Fee: $35+ materials.
New! Sweet Pea
Sweet as anything - this pretty necklace will work up in a few hours. Perfect for your summer wardrobe or all year long.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meghan McBrearty
Fee: $35+ materials.
Fringe Earrings
What a great little project to do in one afternoon - make these pretty fringy earrings in no time. Perfect for the season. Let Meg show you the fun.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meghan McBrearty
Fee: $35 + materials
Love Knot - coming soon!
Mosaics - Tila Bracelet
Create a beautiful mosaic looking bracelet using the newest beads from Miyuki - Tila Beads! This design is soft and supple and feels like ribbon on your wrist. Adaptable to many widths and variations. You will love making this bracelet.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Hera
What more beautiful way to use Tila beads than in this pretty design. Learn how to use the new Miyuki two hole Tila beads to fashion a bracelet fit for the gods...Simply stunning! Soft and supple as ribbon -you will love making and wearing this bracelet.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.+ materials.
Square Dance - Tila Bracelet
Continuing with our new Tila Series of projects - learn how to make this pretty Tila bracelet in just a few hours. Soft as silk ribbon and sparkles galore! You will love doing this design. Let Meg show you the secrets.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Megan Green
Fee: $35 + materials
Marie Antoinette - neclace and earring set
Heads will turn (instead of falling off) when your friends see you in this beautiful design! Learn how to make this beautifully regal looking necklace and earring set using the new Tila Beads from Miyuki. Simply Stunning. 3 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Megan Green
Fee: $45. + materials
Daggerlicious
All we can say is "Wow" everytime we touch this great piece - such great texture! Let Meg show you how to use a mix of dagger beads to create this fun pendant/necklace. This technique looks fabulous as a bracelet too. You will be amazed at how soft and supple this project is when done. It's dangerously Daggerlicious!
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Meghan McBrearty
Fee: $45 + materials
Hestia
Another beautiful necklace in our Goddess series - This elegant and lacy necklace works up fast and easy! It would make an amazing gift for someone you love.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials
Island Breeze
Flirty and fun - this pretty necklace will look great with sand on your toes. Wear it to the beach, the pool or out for a night of dancing. Looks great in any color - and can be all yours in a matter of hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Megan Green
Fee: $35. + materials.
Athena
You'll feel like the Goddess (that you are) wearing this beautiful new bracelet design! Adapts easy to color combinations and variable widths. Even prettier in person. Let Andrea show you the secrets.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.+ materials
Aphrodite
"Aphrodite, goddess of romance and passion, of fashion beauty and art, has captivated poets and painters for centuries. Known for her numerous affairs of the heart, as well as her willingness to help others find the love they sought, the myths of the Greek goddess Aphrodite reveal the awesome extent of her power."
You'll be as beautiful as the Goddess Aphrodite wearing this stunning bracelet. Learn how to bezel Swarovski Rivioli's to fashion into bracelets, pendants, earrings, and rings. You will love doing this project.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Phoebe
Another beautiful bracelet in our Goddess series - Phoebe is a sculptural bangle that is simply stunning. Perfect for any elegant event.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ materials
Ribbon of Pearls
Soft and as silky as ribbon, this elegant pearl bracelet is perfect with any wardrobe. Looks great in any color. Let Andrea show you the secrets.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.+ materials
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. You will love making this little bag!
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.
Faune's Fancy
New for the season - this fabulous necklace will catch your eye as quickly as it did Faune's! A romantically beautiful swag necklace that works up in only a few hours. It's fun to do too!
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials
Beaded Votive Candle
Perfect for the holidays, baby or wedding showers, special occasions - or a romantic evening, learn how to quickly stitch a beaded votive holder in just over an hour. Sooooo cute!
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials
Nautica
Breezy and beautiful - this interesting weave that can be worn casual, to the office, or a night on the town. Change your colors to give it a whole new perspective. Works up fast too!
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ materials
Flower Power
A beautiful wreath of flowers for your wrist! This stunning sculptural bracelet will enhance any wardrobe. Works up beautifully in any color - and sure to be a real conversation piece! You will love this project!
Level: Beginner/intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Andromeda
Learn how to make this beautiful geometric bracelet in one short afternoon. Full of sparkle and perfect for any season or special occasion. Let Andrea show you the secrets.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
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
Kate's Lace
Breezy and as beautiful as spring air - Learn how to make this pretty lacy bracelet in just a few hours - Looks great in any color combo - and so fun to do! You will love making this project.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Double Spiral Weave
Learn how to create a double spiral effect using spiral weave with this great technique. Adapts easily to various sizes and shapes of seed beads. Perfect for every wardrobe.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials
Violets & Pearls
You won't be able to stop making this beautiful bracelet! Works up fast and adapts to a multitude of sizes and colors. Soft and beautiful, and all yours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35 + materials.
St. Petersburg Chain
We're happy to introduce yet another great stitch to add to your beading repertoire. St. Petersburg Chain is a fun stitch to do and adaptable to many sizes and shapes of beads. Easy to do and works up fast - you will love this stitch!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+materials.
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.
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.
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.
Party Girl
This bracelet couldn't be any more sparkly if it tried - a beautiful new weave for those breezy summer outfits. You will feel like a million bucks wearing this little beauty! 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Renaissance Beads
Pretty beaded baubles to use as earrings, charms, and focals - a great technique that can be mastered in no time, the adaptations and possibilities are endless! Uniquely beautiful, just like you.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate (seed weaving experience helpful)
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Renoir's Garden
Reminiscent of a walk through a Renoir painting - learn this great technique to make your own impressionistic design. A beautiful and elegant weave that is quick to learn and teaches you how to combine colors, sizes, and textures in beading. Let Andrea walk you down the garden path in one short afternoon. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Casino Royale
Learn how to make this beautiful Delica and crystal bracelet with Crystal clasp in one short class. Stunningly beautiful, deceptively easy - and sure to be a favorite accessory to any wardrobe. Wear shades when you look at this little beauty...
Level: Beginner/Intermediate (Seed weaving experience needed)
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Juliet
Reminiscent of Romeo's Juliet - this stunning beaded bracelet is deceptively easy to do and can be yours to cherish in just a few hours. Let Andrea show you the secrets. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 +materials.
Lady Gwendolyn
You'll feel pretty as a princess wearing this beautiful bracelet - a combination of pearls and seed beads, finished with a pretty faceted embellishment. Simply beautiful.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.+ materials.
Bead Tapestry
A pretty new weave for a pretty new season! Learn how to create a beautiful "bead tapestry" in just a few hours. Elegant and beautiful, and all yours in just a few hours. 3 hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $45 + materials.
Yin - Yang - Reversible bracelet
Here is a beautiful and fun - two in one - bracelet you can make in one short afternoon. Pretty in any combination and economical too - (but really, who cares about that...)
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + materials.
Ribbon Candy
Here is a really pretty way to use bugle and seed beads. Soft to the touch and pretty in any variation - you will love this new design! Delicious - without all the calories.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate (seed weaving experience helpful)
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Cobblestone Path
Learn how to create this fun seed weave in one short class - the nubbly (<----that's a technical term) feel is soft as ribbon and drapes easily on your wrist. A great look for a new season! (Beaded rivioli button clasp is not taught in class, but pictured as an optional closure technique.)
Level: Beginner/Intermediate (seed weaving experience helpful)
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Twists & Turns
A pretty way to coax your beads into a meandering path - learn how to sew tubular Ndebele in a few short hours. Adaptable to many variations and a great accompaniment to your favorite focal bead. A necessary stitch to add to your beading repertoire. Easy & fun to do too!
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.+ materials
Cleopatra's Collar
You will feel like the Queen of Egypt wearing this beautiful beaded collar. A fun stitch to do using various sized seed beads. Looks stunning in any color variation. Let Danni show you the secrets.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate (herringbone stitch helpful)
Instructor: Danni Narwich
Fee: $40. + materials
Beaded Braid
How gorgeous is this little bracelet! A wonderful technique that works up easily and is adaptable to many sizes and shape beads. Beautiful and all yours in a few short hours. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + materials.
Russian Spiral Weave
Are you ready to learn another technique? We just couldn't put this one down. Russian Spiral Weave looks complicated, but it works up fast, and is deceptively easy to do. A beautiful finish to a great lampwork bead, PMC piece, stone pendant, or other fantastic focal. Looks great in every size seed bead too. You will love this super easy technique!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35 + materials.
Victorian Lace
Beadazzle yourself as well as your friends with this beautiful design! In class, Chris will show you how to create a bracelet for yourself or your friends for holiday gift giving. Once you know the technique - then you can adjust the length to turn it into a stunning necklace. Deceptively easy and fun to do! 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Dr. Christopher Johnson or Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35 + Materials
Simply Elegant
You'll amaze yourself and dazzle your friends in these pretty bracelets. Unbelievably fast and easy to do - and as you can see - works up beautiful in most any shape or size bead. Best of all - you'll go home with a finished bracelet. Simply, elegant.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35 + Materials.
Elegant Evenings
You will look stunning in this gorgeous necklace. Perfect for the holidays or that special occasion.
Sparkles and shimmers at every turn. Works up deceptively fast - and looks like a million bucks. Make it for yourself, or give as a gift! Elegant & easy and always beautiful.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ Materials
Elizabeth
You'll feel like royalty wearing this beautiful necklace. Perfect for the holidays or that special event. Truly elegant and all yours in a few short hours. Adapatable to many variations too.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga or Dr. Chris Johnson
Fee: $35. + materials.
Triangle Weave
Beautiful and easy triangle weave is the perfect project for those last minute gift ideas. Works up fast and is adaptable to many looks depending on bead selection. You will love this weave.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
Bead Soup Cuff Bracelet
Perfect for the wedding season (or really anytime) - this gorgeous cuff bracelet will be the perfect touch to any formal evening attire! Prior knowledge of peyote stitch required. Choose your color scheme and embellish with your favorite bead soup mix. 3 hours.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate (Peyote stitch knowledge helpful.)
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ Materials
Making Waves Bracelet
You will certainly be the talk of the town with this elegant little bracelet. Easy to do and finished in no time. A perfect little piece to enhance any wardrbe. You will love this bracelet! 3 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + Materials.
Freeform Peyote Weave Bracelet
The beauty of freeform peyote is that the beads design themselves! Pick up a needle and a pretty mix of seed beads in all shapes, colors, and sizes and watch the magic happen. Prior knowledge of peyote stitch required. 3 hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + Materials
Night at the Opera
What can be more elegant than large dramatic pearls and crystals? A perfect necklace for the holidays or a special evening out with a loved one. A true fashion statement, and all yours in just a few short hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ materials
Garden of Beading
Weave a dramatic garden of beads for your wrist in just a few hours with this great project. Deceptively easy to do and soft and lovely as a rose petal. Pretty!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+ Seed kit.
Disco Inferno
You'll dazzle wearing these pretty pendants. Stitch them up quick, and thread onto a chain and you have a pretty necklace in just over an hour. A fresh new way to sparkle while dancing the night away. Burn Baby Burn - Disco Inferno! 2 hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35 + materials.
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Peyote Madness- Flat Even-Count Peyote Bracelet
Learn the basics of off-loom seed weaving with this beautiful stitch. Peyote weave is used in many applications of jewelry design, and a perfect start and natural progression of technique. Students will be able to complete the project at home with the skills they will have acquired in class. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + Materials
Mini Peyote Rings
A perfect little stitch for a perfect little ring - learn how to use Peyote stitch to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35+materials
Peyote Embellished Vase
What a great way to dress up an ordinary object. Learn how to peyote stitch a beautiful band of beads with fringe in one afternoon. Add a little posy of fresh flowers for something really special. Makes a great gift and addition to most any decor - Fun and functional! Let Chris show you the secrets. 4 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Dr. Chris Johnson
Fee: $35 + materials
Herringbone (Ndebele) Weave
How Pretty is this little weave?! A great addition to your seed bead weaving skills. Works up easy and fast - you'll be proud of your seed weaving repertoire in no time!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + Materials
Square Stitch-a-Rama - Renaissance Woman
Ready to add another technique to your bead weaving repertoir? Square stitch is a fun and easy weave that works up fast & looks great in any shape or size seed beads ~ be there or be square baby. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
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Spiral Rope Necklace with embellishment (or not.)
Make your own version of this pretty spiral rope design in just a few short hours. Spiral weave is easy and fun! A great beginner project and introduction into the world of seed bead weaving. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + Materials
Fringe Fiesta!
This pretty bracelet can be yours in no time. Perfect for your summer wardrobe - goes from day to evening and even to the beach! Flirty and fun - and all yours in a few short hours. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35 + Materials.
Beady Eye'd Beauty
Super fast and fun to do - and really beautiful too! "Beady Eye's" is an interesting beading technique that looks fabulous as a necklace too. A great way to learn how to incorporate seed beads in with your stringing projects. Deceptively easy too. You will love the possibilites. 2 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials
Easy & Elegant Pearl Knotting
Learn how to hand knot your pearls like the professionals! A perfect way to restring your own pearls, re-design your grandmothers pearls, or make new gifts for weddings and proms. Students will learn how to knot a necklace using pearls or selection of beads - in any length desired. Works up super fast and is really fun to do!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35.00 + Materials
Elegant Ukranian Netting
Ukranian Netting is an amazing beginner stitch to learn that easily accepts many design variations. Let Danni show you the secrets of this beautiful design. 3 hours.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Danni Narwich
Fee: $40.00 + materials
Cellini Spiral Bracelet
How beautiful is this bracelet?! Learn this wonderful variation of tubular peyote in one interesting class. Peyote experience preferred. 3 hours.
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Danni Narwich
Fee: $45.00 + materials.
Pinwheel Peyote Necklace
A new "twist" on an old favorite - Learn how to use various sized seed beads to make this beautifully textured necklace. Adapts to many color palates. Fun and Flirty!
Level: Intermediate (Peyote experience needed)
Instructor: Andrea Mazzenga
Fee: $35. + materials.
