Classes are forming at my new Red Oak classroom facility. I am located at 413 N 3rd Street, Red Oak, Iowa. You can reach me Fridays 11-7pm and Saturdays 11-5pm at the studio, or call to schedule a class. THIS IS A CLASSROOM FACILITY AND STUDIO. The number is 712.355.2475. I will be adding pictures and class descriptions, so check back often. If there is a particular class you would like taught, let me know and I will try my best to accomodate your needs. Classes are $20 each plus supplies unless otherwise noted. Sign up in advance to ensure a seat. Finishing Techniques This is a seminar-style class. I will demonstrate finishing techniques (including using leather crimps, cones, proper tying of elastic, and SO MUCH MORE) and take questions. We won't focus on a project for this class, but students may bring in their "problem" projects and I will help you complete the project.   Bead Embroidery Students will make a bead embroidered pin or pendant in this two part class. In the first meeting , I will teach several bead embroidery stitches and in the second meeting I will demonstrate the proper way to finish the project. Kit fee $15-30.   Peyote Stitch, The Basics 8 different methods and techniques for creating peyote stitch projects. Materials fee is $12. We won't focus on a project for this class, but instead make samples of the different techniques. I will have kits available for purchase that will utilize peyote stitch so the stitch can be practiced before advancing on to the other classes. This class is a prerequisite for all following classes in this series.   Peyote Beaded Beads We will be covering large beads in peyote stitch and use a graphed pattern to embellished beads. Kit fee, $12.   Fringe Beaded Beads Make a bead using peyote-in-the-round and then embellish with simple fringe technique. Kit fee, $15-$25. Class fee is $25.   Fat & Thin, Peyote Tube Bead We will make a focal bead using peyote tube technique and 8 various sizes and shapes of seed beads. Kit fee, $18.   Freeform Peyote Stitch Bracelet This is an advanced class. Creative caps on! Create a unique bracelet utilizing all you have learned about peyote. Kit fee, $20-$35, and class fee is $25.   Spiral Stitch Bracelet A great beginner project, this is a very versatile stitch that can be used to make straps, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. In the class we will focus on making a bracelet with drop beads and two colors of size 11 seed beads. Kit fee $10.
Iowa Western Community College, Atlantic, Iowa Campus Schedule Summer 2008 May 19th, Finishing Techniques, 6-9pm June 2nd & 16th, Bead Embroidery, 6-8pm June 30th & July 14th, Flat Crocheted Bracelet, 6-8pm Iowa Western Community College, Shenandoah, Iowa Campus Schedule Summer 2008 May 12th, Finishing Techniques, 6-9pm May 26th & June 9th, Bead Embroidery, 6-8pm June 23rd & July 7th, Flat Crocheted Bracelet, 6-8pm Red Oak Classroom Summer 2008 No scheduled classes at this time