Level Courses

Meant To Bead Classes:

Projects designed to build skills while producing beautiful objects

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.

CHILDREN’S CLASSES

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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Fall
Level 1
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #3: Crystal Hugs & Kisses Crystals lend sparkle to this easy to make bracelet. Great for gifts!	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Nov. 9 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #8: Wild Wire Headpins & Ear Wires Have fun learning how to do gallery wrap and bend wire into a multitude of shapes. These shapes can be used as headpins for earrings, as links in bracelets, etc.	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Nov. 16 (4 - 6pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #10: Lets 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 + Materials
		or Wed., Nov. 19 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #22: Rin Tin Trim Learn to incorporate tin into Precious Metal Clay. You will first make the PMC bezel, then cut tin and dome it to insert in jewelry.	Instructor: Mad Kannen Cost: $30 + Materials
		Mon. & Tue., Nov. 17 & 18 (6pm - 8pm)
Level 2
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #4: Girls Night Out Enjoy making a multi-strand bracelet bordered in peyote stitch.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $15 + Materials
		or Mon., Nov. 24 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #6: Peyote Bracelet Create and embellish your own peyote stitched bracelet.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		or Sat., Nov. 22 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #14: Crystal Flower Necklace or Bracelet 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 + Materials
		Sun., Nov. 9 (4 - 6pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #15: Pick Your Peyote Project Here's a fun way to learn basic peyote stitch. Choose either project to make in class and take home the other pattern as a bonus!	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials

Click pic to enlarge.	Class #18: Peyote Necklace If you can sew, you can bead! Using an easy peyote stitch technique, you will create a stunning one-of-a-kind necklace. Previous peyote stitch experience helpful.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		or Thu., Nov. 20 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #20: Metal Seed Bead Bangle 2 classes 2 hours each. This stylish bangle is made with metal seed beads and can be embellished with Swarovski crystals for added color. Featured in the Feb. 08 issue of Bead & Button magazine. Taught with permission of the designer, Shelley Nybakke.	Instructor: Mary Shrader Cost: $28 + Materials
		or Mondays, Nov. 24 & Dec. 1 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #21: Intro to Crocheted Ropes This technique can be used in many stunning projects. Previous experience doing single crochet is a plus.	Instructor: Julia Robertson Cost: $15 + Materials
		Tue., Nov. 25 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #23: Cabochon Capture Surround your choice of cabochons with beads to create a beautiful pendant. This class will be the pre-requisite for next quarter's cabochon cuff.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		or Tue., Nov. 11 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Winter
Level 1
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #1: Basic Bead Stringing This introduction to beading will include a tour of the store, help creating a single strand necklace or bracelet, and a question and answer session to help you become familiar with materials and terms related to jewelry making.	Instructor: Julia Robertson Cost: $15 + Materials
		Wed., Dec. 10 (6 - 8pm) or Sat., Jan. 10 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Thu., Feb.5 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #2: Bead on a Wire Sculpt a fun wire cuff bracelet and embellish it with beads.	Instructor: Ellie Niejadlik Cost: $18 + Materials
		Tue., Jan. 13 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., Feb. 11 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #3: Crystal Hugs & Kisses This easy bracelet features either Swarovski crystals or firepolish beads with small Delicas to create and X and O effect. It is possible to finish this one in class, for yourself and for a great gift!	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Dec. 7 (1:30 - 3:30pm) or Sun., Feb. 8 (4 - 6pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #4: Re-string Your Bling! Do you have a box of broken costume jewelry you just have not been able to part with? Bring it to class and we'll brainstorm ways to redesign it. What a fun way to recycle!	Instructor: Julia Robertson Cost: $12 + Materials
		Wed., Dec. 3 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #6: Peyote Bracelet Create and embellish your own peyote stitched bracelet.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		Wed., Jan. 7 (5:30 - 7:30pm) or Tue., Feb. 3 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #7: 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 + Materials
		Tue., Jan. 6 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., Feb. 4 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #8: Wild Wire Headpins and Ear Wires Learn to shape wire into squiggles, triangles, squares, spirals, and many combinations! Finish up with gallery wrap and leave class with finished earrings!	Instructor: Ann~Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Dec. 7 (4 - 6pm) or Sun., Feb. 8 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #9: Garden Party Necklace Lucite flowers and butterflies adorn this sculptural wire and bead necklace.	Instructor: Ellie Niejadlik Cost: $18 + Materials
		Tue., Jan. 27 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., Feb. 25 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	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 + Materials
		Tue., Jan. 20 (6 - 8pm) or Wed., Feb. 18 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #13: Intro to Precious Metal Clay Learn to make your own silver charms with this incredible product!	Instructor: Madelynn Kannen Cost: $30 + Materials
		Tue. & Wed., Dec. 9 & 10 (1 - 3pm) or Tue. & Wed., Feb. 10 & 11 (1 - 3pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	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 + Materials
		Sun., Jan. 18 (4 - 6pm) or Sun., Feb. 22 (4 - 6pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #17: Bezel Set PMC Use precious metal clay to bezel set various materials — ceramics, glass, and stone — in pendants, charms, rings, etc.	Instructor: Madeline Kannen Cost: $30 + Materials
		Tue. & Wed., Jan. 13 & 14 (1 - 3pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #22: Bead Embroidery Learn to embellish fabric with beads using a variety of stitches.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $30 + Materials
		Wed., Jan. 14 (5:30 - 7:30pm) or Mon., Feb. 16 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #25: Techniques Classes You just know you could create the design in the magazine if you had a little help getting started! Classes are offered by appointment for $15 per hour in techniques including macrame, herringbone stitch, tubular peyote, knotting, advanced bead loom techniques, etc	Instructor: Staff Cost: $15 + Materials
		By Appointment
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #26: Wire Crocheted Necklace 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 + Materials
		Tue., Dec. 16 (6 - 8pm) or Sat., Jan. 31 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #27: 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 + Materials
		Thu., Jan.22 (6 - 8pm) or Sat., Feb. 28 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #28: Wrapped Wire Bangle Bracelet A sophisticated combination of beads, spacers and twisted wire make up this bracelet. It’s easier than it looks!	Instructor: Cyndy White Cost: $15 + Materials
		Sat., Dec. 13 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Tue., Feb. 10 (6 - 8pm)
Level 2
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #5: Swirled Pearl Bracelet A rambling path of pearls is surrounded by seed beads creating a yin-yang design affect in this fascinating bracelet.	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Jan. 25 (1:30 - 3:30pm) or Sun., Feb. 15 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #11: Crystal Rope Bracelet or Necklace The centerpiece of this stunning bracelet or necklace features three Swarovski crystal cubes. Learn to beadweave a rope design to complete the band.	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Jan. 25 (4 - 6pm) or Sun., Feb. 22 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	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!	Instructor: Mad Kannen Cost: $15 + Materials
		Thu., Dec. 11 (6 - 8pm) or Tue., Jan. 20 (1 - 3pm) or Tue., Feb. 17 (1 - 3pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #15: Pick Your Peyote Project Here's a fun way to learn basic peyote stitch. Choose either project to make in class and take home the other pattern as a bonus!	Instructor: Ann-Marie Searle Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sun., Jan. 18 (1:30 - 3:30pm) or Sun., Feb. 15 (4 - 6pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #16: Tubular Peyote A fun bracelet made with even-count tubular peyote stitch.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		Thu., Jan. 29 (5:30 - 7:30pm) or Mon., Feb. 23 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #18: Peyote Necklace If you can sew, you can bead! Using an easy peyote stitch technique, you will create a stunning one-of-a-kind necklace. Previous peyote stitch experience helpful.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		Sat., Jan. 17 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Thu., Feb. 12 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #19: Basic Bead Loom Techniques Two 2-hour sessions. The techniques are simple, but the possibilities are endless! Learn to thread the loom, and follow a pattern to create a beautiful bracelet. Looms for this class are available at Meant to Bead.	Instructor: Julia Robertson Cost: $25 + Materials
		Thursdays, Jan. 8 & 15 (6 - 8pm) or Tuesdays, Feb. 17 & 24 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #20: Metal Seed Bead Bangle 2 classes 2 hours each. This stylish bangle is made with metal seed beads and can be embellished with Swarovski crystals for added color. Featured in the Feb. 08 issue of Bead & Button magazine. Taught with permission of the designer, Shelley Nybakke.	Instructor: Mary Shrader Cost: $28 + Materials
		Mondays, Jan. 5 & 12 (6 - 8pm) or Mondays, Feb. 2 & 9 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #21: Intro to Bead Crocheted Ropes This technique can be used in many stunning projects. Previous experience doing single crochet is a plus.	Instructor: Julia Robertson Cost: $15 + Materials
		Wed., Jan.21 (6 - 8pm) or Sat., Feb. 21 (10:30am - 12:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #23: Cabochon Capture Surround your choice of cabochons with beads to create a beautiful pendant. This class will be the pre-requisite for next quarter's cabochon cuff.	Instructor: Linda Pratt Cost: $18 + Materials
		Mon., Dec. 15 (5:30 - 7:30pm) or Mon., Jan. 19 (5:30 - 7:30pm) or Thu., Feb. 19 (5:30 - 7:30pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #24: Outside the Box Bracelet Ellie challenged me to come up with a big, glitzy, beaded bead bracelet. The result is definitely outside the box for me, but fun to do!	Instructor: Julia Robertson Cost: $15 + Materials
		Sat., Jan. 24 (10:30am - 12:30pm) or Thu., Feb. 26 (6 - 8pm)
Click pic to enlarge.	Class #29: Beaded Christmas Ornament Cover Learn to make a this unique beaded ornament to trim your tree, or surprise your friends with a lovely handcrafted gift they will cherish for years to come.	Instructor: Cyndy White Cost: $18 + Materials
		Tue., Dec. 2 (6 - 8pm)

6536 West Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43617 | Phone: (419) 842-8183 | Email: meant2bead@aol.com

Fall

Level 1

Level 2

Winter

Level 1

Level 2