The Union Bead Boutique

In this class you will learn three different essential jewelry making techniques used to complete necklaces and bracelets.  You will learn how to attach clasps, how to properly choose and use elastic cord, and how to construct a memory wire bracelet.  Everyone will leave class with an original finished necklace and two unique bracelets.  You will also learn about several basic tools, how to choose wire and clasps for any project, and several elements of design to help you with your future jewelry projects.
 RECCOMMENDED FOR BEGINNERS!

2 hours              
$15 + materials 

Dates Available:
Wednesday, April 16th  6:00 - 8:00
Tuesday, May 6th  6:00 - 8:00
Thursday, June 5th  6:00 - 8:00
Thursday, July 10th 6:00 - 8:00
Tuesday, August 5th  6:00 - 8:00 

Due to popular demand, we've added a fun beading basics class for your little ones.  Children ages 6-11 are welcome to come and enjoy the exciting world of jewelry making.  They'll love exploring their creative side while designing and learning how to finish real jewelry pieces.  Each student will learn how attach a clasp and tricks for tying stretchy bracelets.  Everyone will leave with a finished necklace and bracelet.

1 hour
$15 (all materials included) 

Dates Available:
Saturday, March 29th  11:00 - 12:00

In this class you will learn how to design and create three different styles of earrings.  We will teach you a simple wire-wrapping technique using headpins, detailed earrings using chain, and the tricks to making beautiful chandelier earrings.  Everyone will leave with three finished pairs of earrings.  We also have clip-on components for those of you
without pierced ears!

2 hours
$15 + materials

Dates Available:
Thursday, April 24th   6:00 - 8:00
Thursday, May 15th  6:00 - 8:00
Wednesday, June 11th  6:00 - 8:00
Tuesday, July 15th  6:00 - 8:00
Wednesday, August 20th  6:00 - 8:00

In this class you will learn three different techniques for making fun rings.  Each student will design and create three different rings.  A stretch ring, a charm ring, and a wire-woven ring.  This is sure to be a favorite for beginners and advanced beaders!

2 hours
$15 + materials

Dates Available:
Tuesday, April 1st   6:00 - 8:00
Thursday, July 24th  6:00 - 8:00
Tuesday, August 26th  6:00 - 8:00

Back by popular demand!  Take this class to learn the right way to slide beads with small holes onto beautiful organza ribbon.  This is a very pretty and soft look for summer, and with over fifteen ribbon colors and thousands of beads to choose from you are sure to find what you want.  You'll also learn how to attach clasps to ribbon the professional way.  Great for beaders of all skill levels!

2 hours
$15 + materials

Dates Available:
Tuesday, May 13th  6:00 - 8:00
Thursday, July 17th  6:00 - 8:00

Guest artist Shari Repogle will teach you the basics of soldering while you create exquisite framed pendants and charms.  You will learn all about soldering materials, techniques, and helpful tips for soldering at home.  Each student will complete two pieces with their personal photos and artwork.  Please bring in photos and artwork in sizes 1" x 1" up to 1" x 3".

2 1/2 hours
$50 (All materials included)

Additional materials and supplies will be available for purchase after class for students at a discount. 

Dates Available:
Monday, April 7th  6 - 8:30
Tuesday, May 27th  6 - 8:30
Wednesday, July 2nd  6 - 8:30

Another great soldering class lead by artist Shari Repogle.  Her years of experience working with antiques and making broken china jewelry will guide you through this jewelry making process.  You've seen these pretty pieces of art in magazines and now you can create pieces of your own.  Antique china pieces will be provided and each student will complete one piece of their choice.

(Some soldering experience is required - We recommend our Soldered Pendant Class) 

2 1/2 hours
$59 (All materials included)
Additional materials and supplies will be available for purchase after class for students at a discount.

Equipment rental is available for $10/day for future projects 

Dates Available:
Wednesday, August 13th  6:00 - 8:30

Oxidizing is the latest trend in fashion jewelry.  It's the professional way of getting sterling silver to tarnish quickly.  By doing this, you can give your pieces an antique appearance and change the color to black and varing shades of gray.  Just take a look in the latest issue of your favorite magazing and see it's all the rage!   We'll teach you the safe and correct way to antique your silver.

2 hours
$20 + silver pieces

Dates Available:
Monday, June 9th  6:00 - 8:00
Thursday. August 28th  6:00 - 8:00

Guest artist Tina Wagner will teach you how to create a beautiful and original pendant with dichroic glass.  Every student will learn how to cut the glass, design your piece, and fuse it together.  Using a kiln, you will fire your piece and also learn how to use a grinder.  our kiln will be available fro rental for your future projects.  Class size is limited, so call today!

2 1/2 hours
$69  (All materials included)

Dates Avaliable:
Thursday, June 12th  6:00 - 8:30

Finally you can make a beautiful cuff bracelet without using wire and beads!. You will learn how to use metal stamps and oxidizing solution, among other tools, to create a one-of-a-kind sterling silver cuff with the phrase of your choice.  Sure to be a crowd pleaser and great for gifts!

2 1/2 hours
$25 + Materials

Dates Available:
Thursday, May 8th  6:00 - 8:30

After many requests, we are happy to bring you a series of wire-wrapping classes taught by professional artist Barbara Rymarquis.  Barbara is has been working with as a professional teacher and jewelry instructor for several years and has a wealth of knowledge to share with you. 

Everyone loves a pretty ring.  This is you chance to learn the tricks to making these cute fashion accessories.  Each student will learn how to use a ring mandrel and appropriately size this piece of jewelry.  Each student will make 2 rings during class, one wire swirl ring, and one beaded flower ring.  Limited space available.

2 hours
$20 + materials

Dates Available:
Tuesday, March 25th   6:00 - 8:00

Another fun class working with wire taught by artist Barbara Rymarquis.  This is the perfect accessory to your spring wardrobe.  This little creature is just as much fun to make as it is to wear!  You pick your own beads so your bug is unique to your style.

2 hours
$20 + materials

Dates Available:
Tuesday, April 29th   6:00 - 8:00 

This fun wired bracelet can be designed and created by you in this exciting and informative class.  We have lots of beautiful beads to choose from so every piece is unique to your style.  Finally you can make a comfortable wire bracelet that's just your size!  Limited space available.  Taught by artist Barbara Rymarquis.

2 hours
$25 + materials

Dates Available:
Thursday, June 26th 6:00 - 8:00

Many people often have trouble thinking of new ways to work with donut shaped beads.  In this class, you will learn how to solve this problem with style.  Each student will design and complete at least one pendant in gold-filled or sterling wire.  We have lots of pretty pendants to choose from in several sizes.  Limited space available.  Taught by artist Barbara Rymarquis.

2 hours
$25 + materials

Dates Available:
Thursday, May 22nd  6 - 8:00

Learn to design a beautiful silver bracelet using shiny Sterling Silver jump rings.  Artist Barbara Rymarquis will walk you through this exciting weave of rings.  This is a great style for men and women of all ages.  Limited Space Available.

2 hours
$20 + materials

Dates Available:
April 17th:  6:00 - 8:00

Did you love Barbara's first chainmaille class?  Then you are sure to have a great time in this second edition of the chainmaille bracelet class.  You do not have to have taken the first class to sign up for this one.  Create this beautiful sterling silver bracelet in an exciting new pattern with lots of little jump rings and beads in the color of your choice.  Limited Space Available

2 hours
$25 + materials

Dates Available:
Thursday, August 7th 6:00 - 8:00

In this fun class you will learn how to shape and mold wire into fun and funky hoop earrings.  You'll learn how to use several different tools to manipulate the wire and then harden it into a wearable shape.   The skills you learn will be useful in many future projects.  You will leave with 1 - 3 different pairs of earrings.

2 hours
$20 + materials

Wednesday, June 25th  6:00 - 8:00