Cornucopia of Gems

Beads on Metal Components

Pendants and Dangles

  

Workshop Information - Wire and Metalworking

The following workshops are currently being offered. Click on the titles to learn more about each class.

Classes that are not held at local Bead Stores are available for in-studio Workshop Retreats which include 6 hours of instruction plus a full course dinner and wine.

Jewelry Workshop Retreats at Beverly Gilberts Studio - $65 per person

For more information or to reserve a date for an in-studio workshop, please contact Beverly at jewelry@gilbertdesigns.net or by phone: 425-822-2224.

On The Road Workshop Schedule


Cornucopia of Gems

Create a dazzling necklace with a profusion of gems, pearls and other treasures. You will pull together your own exciting color combinations and with basic wire working techniques make a necklace that will attract complements wherever you wear it!.

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Beads on Metal
Metalworking and bead weaving come together! Create striking, original pieces of art with straightforward techniques, a bead soup and a sense of whimsy. No prior metalworking or bead weaving experience is needed.

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Beads on Metal Components
Metalworking and bead weaving come together!  Create colorful components with inspirations on the back using metalworking techniques, a bead soup and a sense of whimsy.  Then join and embellish to create bracelets, earrings, perhaps a decorative touch on a purse, a sweater – your imagination is the limit!

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Pendants and Dangles

Pendants and dangles can be made using basic wire-working methods. In class you will learn how to make pendants and dangles, then have a chance to combine them with beads, chain or ribbons to make a necklace and set of earrings. The techniques you will learn in this class will enable you to make an endless array of necklaces and earrings! This class is suitable for beginners.

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Spike Bracelet

Create an elegant and very fun bracelet by combining large focal beads with 'spikes' of gems, pearls and other small beads. Expect compliments wherever you wear it! In class you will learn how to make head pins, expand on yur wire working skills and create exciting color combinations! This class is currently being offered in the Gilbert Designs Studio. For photos of additional class samples, please contact me!

The following applies to workshops held at the Gilbert Designs Studio:

  • Jewelry Kits are available for purchase prior to and during classes - please inquire!
  • Discounts are available for large private parties
  • A syllabus will be sent as confirmation of payment and will include a list of the supplies you should bring to the class
  • Cancellation Policy: Refunds of 50% will be given up to 2 weeks prior to class. I'm sorry, but due to my preparation time and expense, I am unable to honor refunds after that time. If you are unable to attend at the last minute, I will mail you the class instructions and basic supplies that are given as part of the class. You are always welcome to find a replacement if you need to cancel at any time.

    Please contact me for further information!

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