Stringing Classes
We offer a variety of jewelry making classes at The Twisted Bead & Rock Shop. Below is a list of our stringing and beading classes, which are perfect for beginners and skilled jewelry-makers alike. If you see a class you’re interested in, see our class schedule to sign up for the next class. If there’s a class you’re interested in that’s not scheduled, call us at 410-956-5529 or fill out our contact form and we will put the class into the schedule. Please let us know which class you’re interested in and a couple of days that you are available to take the class. Please include your name and contact information in your message.
Basic Bead & Stretch
basic beading class at the twisted bead & rock shop
Create a professionally finished bracelet in our Basic Beading jewelry making class., Students will receive an overview of the basic tools, findings, design techniques, and the proper way to crimp on beading wire.
In addition, students will learn to do quick and easy stretchy bracelets. Students will select their own materials and leave with two completed bracelets.
Class fee: $30 + your choice of materials
Average class time: 1.5 hour
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Illusion Necklace
Students will create a unique, one-of-a-kind necklace using a mono-filament and NO crimps.
While using a wide range of light-weight materials to create a beautiful necklace to take home, students will also learn some design principals.
Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to select your materials.
Class fee: $35
Average class time: 2 hours
Rosary Necklace
In the Catholic tradition, the sacrament of Confirmation is almost as meaningful as that of Baptism. This day is when a Catholic consciously awakens to his or her faith by his or her own accord. The rosary is traditionally used to provide a physical method of keeping count of the number of Hail Marys said. The fingers are moved along the beads as the prayers are recited. Students will create a meaningful rosary for their selves or a loved one.
Class fee: $35
Average class time: 1.5 hours
Baubles & Rings Class
Choose your beads and coordinating leather to make this cool bracelet. You don’t need any special tools for this instant gratification piece of jewelry.
You will learn to finish the bracelet with a leather loop and bead. Students will leave with a finished project. Please arrive early to select your materials.
Class fee: $20 + materials
Average class time: 1.5 hours
Leather Wrap Bracelet
Create this high fashion wrap bracelet in the style of Vietnamese designer Chan Luu. Students may use gemstones, wood/bone, or glass beads, and their choice of leather in various sizes and colors. Choose from a single, double or triple wrap bracelet.
We will finish a single wrap in class. If you choose to do more than one wrap, you will have to complete it outside of allotted class time.
Class Fee: $35 + materials
Average class time: 1.5 hours
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Pearl Knotting
Learn the method used for centuries to traditionally knot freshwater pearls with silk cord. You will work with a mix of beads or pearls. This technique is best taught with only one to two students, so please call to schedule a class.
Class fee: $40
Average class time: 2 hours