Island Bead & Jewelry Eastport New York
Class Descriptions
All Beading Classes are one session each.
Class fee is required at time of registration.
All materials may be purchased in advance or on the day of class.
Please give us at least 2 days notice if you must cancel. Refunds are not given on registration costs. You may reschedule or have equal value in store credit.
Credit will not be given for no-shows or same-day cancellations.
If weather is bad we reserve the right to cancel class and will give store credit for the class. Please call if the weather is questionable...more than likely the class will be canceled. 631.325.2323
Classes fill up quickly so call to reserve you spot. Classes are booked on a first come first served basis. We can only accomodate reserved students at beading table.
Shamballa Bling Ball Bracelet Make a classic Bling Ball Shamballa. These bracelets are the "Hottest Trend" right now. Learn to make them yourself and save big $$. $25.00 without materials or * $40.00 includes materials to make 1 6mm bracelet with one bling ball. (*see photo it is the smaller bracelet that materials are included for $40.00 price)
NEW Shamballa Micro Wrap Bracelet- Learn to make a Wrap Shamballa Bracelet with a button closure that wraps around your wrist three times. Fun and trendy. $30.00 plus Materials 2 Hours
NEW Micro Shamballa Bracelet/Anklet Micro Shamballa Bracelet/Anklet- A new twist on the all popular Shamballa Bracelet. In this class you will learn to make a skinny version with a different stitch. People are layering multiple colors on their wrists and ankles. $25.00 plus materials 1.5 hours
Feather Jewelry Class -Learn to make "Feather Jewelry" in this 1.5 hour class you will construct one necklace or one pair of earrings. A large selection of colors will be available. $30.00 includes all materials
Intro to Beading Workshop - Learn the basics of beading. You will create a simple necklace, bracelet or anklet in this one hour workshop. This is a beginner class. Ages 10 and up. Class size is limited to 5 students. $25.00 plus materials (Or $40.00* includes materials for one project necklace or bracelet. *See photo for choices.) 1 hour
Mermaid Necklace - Learn how to create a one of a kind unique masterpiece using sea glass or shells, complimented by pearls and crystals. Bring your own sea treasures or choose from our offerings. $35 + materials.
Beach Cuff - Create a beautiful cuff using wire and beads of your choice. Colors and textures are limitless! $35 + materials
Pearls on Leather Lariat - Use pearls and leather to create a versatile multi strand Lariat that can be worn different ways. $25 + materials.
Jewelry Design – Introduction to jewelry design. A great beginner class! Learn about tools, supplies and basic techniques to make jewelry. This class touches on stringing, crimping, wrapping and knotting. You should leave with one completed project and a vast amount of knowledge to get started making jewelry. $25.00 plus materials
Loom - Introduction to working with a basic loom. How to create a pattern using graph paper and which size bead to use.
Beach Wrap- Bring in your beach glass, shells rocks and other beach treasures and we will teach you how to transform them into beautiful jewelry. We will wrap and embellish and create stunning focal points for necklaces, bracelets, key rings, earrings etc…See material list and samples in store $25.00 plus materials. Please bring shells,beach glass and/or other goodies you would like to wrap.
Ladder Bracelet /Necklace - A fun lesson that will teach you to create a woven, designer look alike, Ladder Bracelet or Necklace with your own taste in mind. Bracelet can range from 7" to 30+", depending on how many "wraps" you like around your wrist! Use pearls, seed beads, turquoise, semi precious stones, Czech glass.........the choices are endless! $25 plus materials
Peyote or Spiral Weave - Come learn to create a stunning woven bracelet. This design is creates with delicas and seed beads using the woven stitches.$25.00 plus materials
Wrap/Earrings – It’s all about the head pin and wire. Learn the techniques and fundamentals you’ll need to create custom earrings, beaded chain creations and drop pendants.$25.00 plus materials
Mother's Name Bracelet - Have you always admired "Mother's Bracelets" ? This is the class that will teach you how to create your own custom bracelet using silver, gold crystals, pearls to spell out your child's/children's names......the choice is up to you! 2 HR class $25 plus materials.
Silver Clay - Tap into your creative side using Fine Silver .999 clay. Class size limit 5. 3hrs $85 plus materials
Silver clay firing and tumbling services available at Island Bead and Jewelry
Crochet Beading - Learn how to make beautiful beaded jewelry using crochet stitches.
Class is 1 1/2 hrs and is $25 plus materials
HEART PENDANT Weave an intricate heart with Czech fire-polish beads with a contrasting border to accentuate the heart shape. This is designed as a slide pendant. You will have the choice of either designing a necklace and using the pendant as a focal bead or weave a delicate chain through the pendant to create a slide. Sample displayed in the store. Not recommended for those who have not bead weaved previously. A gift from the heart………………..
SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED BEGINNER
TRANQUILTY BRACELET - A wonderful compliment to the right angle weave bracelet. See large selection of samples in the store ...OUR MOST POPULAR CLASS…… $30 plus materials
SKILL LEVEL: EASY
CRYSTAL BEADED BALL - Learn how to weave a sphere of sparkling crystals and delicas using a basic weaving technique. Once created, you will have a stunning pendant….just slide on a fine chain….silver or gold and you are good to go. Make numerous balls and string with beads to create a breath-taking necklace or earrings. In this class, you will make one crystal ball and walk out with it on your neck…how gr-8 is that? $25 plus materials
SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER
RIGHT ANGLE WEAVE BRACELET -Learn how to weave a simply elegant bracelet composed of sparkling crystals and delicas using a basic weaving technique. Once you master this technique, the sky’s the limit. Bracelet will be completed in class and you will wear it home….LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!! A wonderful compliment to the crystal beaded ball pendant. $25 plus materials.SKILL LEVEL: EASY
CRYSTAL WEAVED CIRCLE BRACELET - Learn how to weave three dimensional circles by combining crystals and delicas using a basic weaving technique. Once created, the circles are connected to each other to form a stunning bracelet. GREAT PROJECT FOR BEGINNERS INTERESTED IN LEARNING BEAD WEAVING. This bracelet will make a great addition to your crystal jewelry collection. For those interested, we could make a pendant and earrings to compliment the bracelet in another session. The pendant is larger and a little more intricate pattern than the circles in the bracelet…..an absolute stunning set! $60 plus materials...6 hrs class
SKILL LEVEL: EASY
PEARL RIGHT ANGLE WEAVE BRACELET - Create a breath taking pearl and Swarovski Crystal bracelet in the colors of your choice, the looks and color combinations are endless. A wonderful class for a "right angel weave" beginner! 3 hr class.
$45 + materials
