To register for classes, call 842-8183, or come in during our regular
business hours, Mon.-Thurs., 10am- 8pm, Fri. & Sat. 10am-6pm, and Sun.,
1-5 p.m.
Payment in full is required at the time of registration to guarantee
your space. If you must withdraw from a class, please call at least 2
days in advance or you will forfeit your fee.
Please pre-purchase supplies and tools according to the list provided
in the store, or allow at least 45 minutes to shop before class begins.
All supplies must be purchased at Meant to Bead. You will receive a 10%
discount on all class supplies and tools.
Most of the following classes are designed for age 14 and up, except
Class Basic Loom Techniques, which is open to anyone over age 10.
For other beading activities available for children, please call Julia
at 419-842-8184, Tues.-Sat.
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Class
#1: Basic Bead Stringing
This introduction to beading will help you become familiar with materials and terms related to jewelry making, as well as completing a single strand necklace or bracelet. |
Instructor:
Staff
Cost: $15 +
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Wed., Mar.3 (6 - 8pm) or Thu., May 6 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#2: Byzantine Chain Bracelet
You will be so proud to say that you created this intricate chain yourself! |
Instructor:
Ellice Niejadlik
Cost: $18 +
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Wed., April 7 (6 - 8pm) or Tue., May 4 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#3: Spiral Caged Bead Bracelet
Enclose Swarovski crystals in a twisted wire cage and link with beads of your choice to create this charming bracelet. |
Instructor:
Ellie Niejadlik
Cost: $18 +
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Tue., Mar. 9 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., Apr. 14 (6 - 8pm)
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Tue., May 11 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#4: Basic Woven Wire
Learn to twist and bind wire to create this gorgeous bracelet. |
Instructor:
Ron Miller
Cost: $20 +
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Mon., Mar. 29 (6 - 8pm) or Sat., Apr. 17 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
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Sat., May 22 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
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Class
#5: Beginning Spool Knitting
Spool knitting and beads are combined in this class to create a unique look. The first class will be 2 hours, the second part will be 1 hour. |
Instructor:
Danielle Wenger
Cost: $25 +
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Tue., Mar. 23 & 30 (6 - 8pm) or Thu., April 22 & 29 (6 - 8pm)
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Sat., May 1 & 8 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
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Class
#6: Galaxy Pendant
An eye-catching pendant composed of wire and beads. |
Instructor:
Cyndy White
Cost: $18 +
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Sat., Mar. 20 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Tue., Apr. 6 (6 - 8pm)
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Thu., May 13 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#7: Woven Wire Ring
Pre-requisite: Basic Woven Wire Bracelet (class #4) A sparkling crystal gleams from this intricate woven wire setting. |
Instructor:
Ron Miller
Cost: $20 +
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Thu., Mar. 4 (6 - 8pm) or Thu., Apr. 1 (6 - 8pm)
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Fri., May 7 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#8: Crocheted Wire
Even if you’ve never crocheted before it’s easy to create this lacy net of beaded wire. Most people finish it in class! |
Instructor:
Cyndy White
Cost: $18 +
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Sat., Apr. 10 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Wed., May 19 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#9: Wired Whimsical
Highlight a focal bead with wire embellishment to create a beautiful pendant. |
Instructor:
Ron Miller
Cost: $20 +
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Mon., Mar. 22 (6 - 8pm) or Mon., Apr. 5 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#10: Let's Get Hammered
Introductory hammering techniques class. Learn to bend and hammer shapes to make your choice of earrings, pendants, or a bracelet. |
Instructor:
Ellice Niejadlik
Cost: $18 +
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Tue., Mar. 2 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., April 21 (6 - 8pm)
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Tue., May 18 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#11: Beaded Vine Bracelet
Twist and shape wire into this lovely interwoven, open-design, beaded bracelet. |
Instructor:
Ron Miller
Cost: $20 +
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Thu., Mar. 11 (6 - 8pm) or Thu., April 8 (6 - 8pm)
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Fri., May 14 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#12: Floral Fringe
A profusion of small flower beads, leaf beads and seed beads make up this lovely bracelet. It’s fun, easy, and the results are stunning!
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Instructor:
Mad Kannen
Cost: $18 +
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Wed., Mar. 10 (1 - 3pm) or Tue., Apr. 20 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#13: Intro to Precious Metal Clay
Learn to make your own silver charms with this incredible product! |
Instructor:
Madelynn Kannen
Cost: $30 +
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Mon. & Tue., Mar. 15 & 16 (6 - 8pm) or Tue. & Wed., May 4 & 5 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#14: Crystal Flower Necklace
Fun, versatile and easy to make, this lightweight crystal flower gem can be made into two necklace styles or a bracelet version. |
Instructor:
Ann-Marie Searle
Cost: $18 +
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Sun., Apr. 11 (4 - 6pm) or Sun., May 16 (4 - 6pm)
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Class
#15: Floral Peyote Bead Bracelet
Here's a fun way to learn basic peyote stitch. Combine with crystals to complete. |
Instructor:
Ann-Marie Searle
Cost: $18 +
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Sun., April 11 (1:30 - 3:30pm) or Sun., May 23 (4 - 6pm)
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Class
#16: Tubular Peyote
Learn tubular peyote stitch and incorporate it into a contemporary style necklace. |
Instructor:
Linda Pratt
Cost: $18 +
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Sat., Mar. 13 (3:30 - 5:30pm) or Sun., Apr. 25 (3 - 5pm)
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Mon., May 10 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#17: Viking Knitting
It's not knitting as we know it, but this ancient technique produces woven wire ropes that can be worn unadorned or with beads. |
Instructor:
Madelyn Kannen
Cost: $15 +
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Mon., Mar. 22 (1 - 3pm) or Wed., May 12 (6 - 8pm)
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#18: Hot Flash - Peyote 2 Step
Two 2-hour sessions. This glitzy bracelet is done in peyote stitch and embellished with crystals. Stunning! |
Instructor:
Linda Pratt
Cost: $25 +
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Sat., Mar. 6 & 13 (1 - 3pm) or Sun., Apr. 25 & May 2 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#19: Basic Bead Loom Techniques
Two 2 hour sessions. Learn to thread the loom and follow a pattern to create a beautiful bracelet. Looms for this class are available at Meant to Bead.
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Instructor:
Julia Robertson
Cost: $25 +
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Wed., Mar. 24 & 31 (6 - 8pm) or Thu., May 20 & 27 (6 - 8pm)
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#20: Tiny Diamonds Bracelet
Whether you choose Swarovski crystals or firepolish beads to interpret this diamond shaped design, the results are lovely! |
Instructor:
Ann-Marie Searle
Cost: $18 +
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Sun., Mar. 28 (4 - 6pm) or Sun., May 16 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
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Class
#21: Spaced-Out Multi-Strand Necklace
This versatile necklace features a contemporary array of semi-precious stone beads suspended on silver wire. |
Instructor:
Cyndy White
Cost: $18 +
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Wed., Mar. 10 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., Apr. 28 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#22: Double Dazzle
This is an easy, fast way to learn 2-drop peyote stitch while creating a beautiful, reversible bracelet. |
Instructor:
Linda Pratt
Cost: $18 +
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By appointment., ( ) |
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Class
#23: Bead Embroidered Cuff
Cabochons of your choice provide the inspiration for the bead embroidery decorating this cuff. |
Instructor:
Linda Pratt
Cost: $30 +
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Sat., Mar. 6 & 13 (10:30 - 12:30) or Tue., Apr. 13 & 20 (6 - 8pm)
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Sat., May 22 & 29 (4 - 6pm)
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Class
#24: Garden Party Necklace
Lucite flowers and butterflies adorn this sculptural wire and bead necklace. |
Instructor:
Ellie Niejadlik
Cost: $18 +
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Thurs., Mar 25 (6 - 8pm) or Tue., April 27 (6 - 8pm)
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Tues, May 25 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#25: Woven Earrings
These beautiful earrings echo the design of the woven wire Vine Bracelet (class #11). Prerequisite: Basic Woven Wire (class #4). |
Instructor:
Ron Miller
Cost: $20 +
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Thu., Mar. 18 (6 - 8pm) or Thu., April 15 (6 - 8pm)
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Fri., May 21 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#26: Cabochon Capture
One 3-hour session. Surround your choice of cabochon with beads to create a beautiful pendant/pin. This class is a pre-requisite for the cabochon cuff. |
Instructor:
Linda Pratt
Cost: $30 +
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Sun., Mar.7 & 21 (1 - 3pm) or Fri., April 16 & 30 (4 - 6pm)
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Mon., May 3 & 17 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#27: Right Angle Weave Bracelet
Love bangles? Here's a beautiful one using right angle weave. Two 2-hour classes. |
Instructor:
Linda Pratt
Cost: $30 +
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Sun., Mar. 7 & 21 (3 - 5pm) or Mon., Apr. 12 & 19 (6 - 8pm)
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Sat., May 22 & 29 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
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Class
#28: Spiral Wonder
The new long magatama beads have a wonderful effect when used in a classic spiral stitch. |
Instructor:
Madelynn Kannen
Cost: $15 +
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Wed., Mar. 17 (1 - 3pm) or Mon., May 3 (1 - 3pm)
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Class
#29: Kumihimo Intro
Kumihimo is the Japanese art of braiding. Our project incorporates both fiber and beads, using a kumihimo disk. |
Instructor:
Julia Robertson
Cost: $15 +
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Sat., Apr. 3 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Wed., May 26 (6 - 8pm)
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Class
#30: Intro to Bead Crocheted Ropes
This technique can be used in many stunning projects. Previous experience doing single crochet is a plus.
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Instructor:
Julia Robertson
Cost: $15 +
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By appointment., ( ) |
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Class
#31: Embellished Filigree
Take 3 filigree rounds, embellish with beads, connect with chain, and you have a updated interpretation of a classic style. |
Instructor:
Julia Robertson
Cost: $18 +
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Wed., Mar. 17 (6 - 8pm) or Sat., Apr. 24 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
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#32: Single or Double Spiral Rope Bracelets
Whether you like a thinner or thicker bracelet, the spiral rope is a versatile design you'll love to wear. Make either one in class and receive the other pattern as a bonus! |
Instructor:
Ann~Marie Searle
Cost: $18 +
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Sun., Mar. 28 (1:30 - 3:30pm) or Sun., May 23 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
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#33: Tiny Crystal Tiles Bracelet
This elegant bracelet is easy to make. It can be made with one or more rows. |
Instructor:
Ann-Marie Searle
Cost: $18 +
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Sun., Mar. 14 (1:30 - 3:30pm) or Sun., Apr. 18 (4 - 6pm)
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#34: Cascading Crystal Stars Necklace
Create 3 beaded stars and combine with beaded chain in this interesting design. |
Instructor:
Ann-Marie Searle
Cost: $18 +
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Sun., Mar. 14 (4 - 6pm) or Sun., Apr. 18 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
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Class
#35: Eye of the Twister
An embellished rivoli crystal serves as both clasp and focal bead on this gorgeous bracelet, featured in the June 2009 issue of Bead & Button magazine. First class 2 hours, second class 3 hours. |
Instructor:
C. J. Bauschka
Cost: $40 +
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Thu., Mar. 11 & 18 (11am - 2pm) or Thu., Apr. 22 & 29 (11am - 2pm)
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Class
#36: Eye of the Twister, Fast Track
For those with experience in seed bead work only. One 4-hour class. An embellished rivoli crystal serves as both clasp and focal bead on this gorgeous bracelet, featured in the June 2009 issue of Bead & Button magazine. |
Instructor:
C. J. Bauschka
Cost: $30 +
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Sat., Mar. 27 (10:30am - 2:30pm) |