Square One Beads - Classes Offered

Available Classes
The following is a list of classes offered I offer. If you are interested in taking a class not on this list email please email us to ask about a custom class.

Introduction to Polymer Clay
Students will learn about the 5 main types of polymer clay and some of the basic techniques. Techniques taught will include, color mixing, skinner blends, lentil forming, jelly roll canes, and the Kato petal cane. This class requires each student to have a pasta machine, a ceramic work surface, and tissue blades. Classes will last 2-3 hours and can have up to 4 students.
Class Fee	$100 per student (includes materials)

More Fun with Polymer Clay
Students will build upon the skills taught in the introduction class. Using the techniques in the first class students will learn to build Rose and Leaf canes. Will learn how to use a work board to design a cane. And will learn some basic sculpture techniques. Classes will last 2-3 hours and can have up to 4 students. Students will need the same materials as for the introductory class. This class can be combined with the introductory class at a reduced fee, classes must be scheduled together to qualify for the reduced fee.
Class Fee	$75 per student, $50 if combined with the introductory class
	$50 if combined with the introductory class

Basic Jewelry Design
Students will learn the basics of making a necklace or bracelet. Types and weights of stringing material will be discussed, as will the basic components of a well-made piece. Students will make a bracelet or a necklace and will learn the basics of crimping, color choice, and jewelry design. Tools needed will be a wire cutter and a crimping tool. The project will be completed during the class. Class will last 1-2 hours and can have up to 6 students.
Class Fee	$100 per student (includes materials)

Caterpillar Bracelets
Students will learn to make a Caterpillar using seed beads and E beads. Basic materials will be provided but student should bring approximately 200 accent beads if desired. Class will last between 1-2 hours and can have up to 6 students. Bracelets will not be finished in the class time but instructions for finishing the bracelet will be provided.
Class Fee	Class Fee - $75 per student (includes materials)

Basic Loom Work
Students will learn the basics of loom work in this class. Students will be taught how to warp a loom and how to make a basic loomed bracelet using size 11 delicas. Class will last between 2-3 hours and can have up to 6 students. The project will not be finished during the class time but detailed instructions on how to finish the project will be provided.
Class Fee	$150 per student (includes materials)

Sharondipity Bracelet Loom
Students will learn how to make a bracelet using the Sharondipity loom. This loom differs from a basic loom in that there is no need to weave the warp threads back into the project to finish it. The class will last 2-3 hours and can have up to 6 students. The project may not be finished during the class time but instructions for finishing the project will be provided.
Class Fee	$100 per student (includes materials)

Beginning Wire Working
Students will learn the use of a round nose pliers and wire straightener. Basic use of a wire jig will also be taught. Students will learn to make a simple pair of Chandelier earrings by the end of the class. Students must have a round nose pliers, a bent nose pliers, a needle/long nose pliers, a nylon jawed pliers, a wire cutter, and a wire jig (the Wig Jig Cyclops is recommended). Students can either provide their own tools or purchase them from the instructor. Silver colored copper wire is provided with the class fee. Purchasing the pliers and jig from the instructor will add another $150 to the class price. Class will last 1-2 hours and can be combined with either the basic jewelry design or any of the charm bracelet classes for a reduced fee.
Class Fee	$75 per student (includes wire only, no tools)
	$50 per student when combined with the Charm Bracelet or Jewelry design classes.

Charm Bracelets
Students will learn to make one of three types of charm bracelets; Traditional, Wire Wrapped, Free Flowing, or Swag. Only one type of charm bracelet will be taught per class. Students must have round nose pliers, bent nose pliers, needle/long nose pliers, nylon jawed pliers, a wire cutter, and for the free flowing or swag bracelets a crimping tool will also be needed. Students can either provide their own tools or purchase them from the instructor. Purchasing the pliers from the instructor will add another $75 to the class price. Wire, chain, and clasps will be provided in the class price, students may choose to provide their own beads or may use beads provided by the instructor. Ask the instructor for how many beads to bring depending on the class chosen. Class will last 2-3 hours and depending on the complexity of the bracelet being made the project may or may not be completed during class time.
Class Fee	$100 per student (including wire and chain)
	$150 per student (including wire, chain, and beads)