Upcoming Classes

Below is a listing of upcoming classes with photos. Or use our sortable calendar view. Click on any course title to sign up online.

Teacher's Choice Day Session: Intermediate
This class runs 6 Tuesday mornings from 10AM - 1PM, beginning May 12
$90.00
Intermediate
In this special series you will take 6 weeks of classes for just $90! Here's how it works: Bead Gallery will choose which class to teach based on the experience of those in the class or to try out new classes and variations on other classes. The classes will be usually a couple bead weaving classes, a couple wire-working classes and then a few surprises. There's something for everyone! This session is for Intermediate beaders - those with skills in stringing, wirework and some beadweaving.
Instructor: Eva, Genevieve or Kathleen

Teacher's Choice Evening Session: Intermediate
Next Evening Session starts July 7 and runs Tuesday nights from 6-9 PM.

$90
Intermediate
In this special series you will take 6 weeks of classes for just $90!
Here's how it works: Bead Gallery will choose which class to teach based on the experience of those in the class or to try out new classes and variations on other classes.
The classes will be usually a couple bead weaving classes, a couple wire-working classes and then a few surprises. There's something for everyone!
Instructor: Genevieve Martineau

Teacher's Choice Evening Session: Beginners
Next Evening Session starts June 11th and runs Thursday nights from 6-9 PM.
$90.00
Beginners
In this special series you will take 6 weeks of classes for just $90!

Here's how it works: Bead Gallery will choose which class to teach based on the experience of those in the class or to try out new classes and variations on other classes. The Beginner Series will be for new students who may only have basic stringing or wirework experience.

The classes will be usually a couple bead weaving classes, a couple wire-working classes and then a few surprises.
Instructor: Eva, Genevieve or Kathleen

Teacher's Choice Day Session: Beginner
Each week from 10AM - 1PM
New session starts May 22 (Fridays) for six-weeks.
$90
Beginner
In this special series you will take 6 weeks of classes for just $90!

Here's how it works: Bead Gallery will choose which class to teach based on the experience of those in the class or to try out new classes and variations on other classes. The Beginner Series will be for new students who may only have basic stringing or wirework experience.

The classes will be usually a couple bead weaving classes, a couple wire-working classes and then a few surprises.
Instructor: Eva, Genevieve or Kathleen

Basic Bead Stringing
Friday, July 10: 6-8 PM OR
Wednesday, August 12: 6-8 PM
$25.00
Beginner
Learn the basics in this class - learn to string and finish a bracelet or necklace like a pro!
Instructor: Genevieve Martineau or Kathleen Snyder

Oken Style Wraps
Saturday, July 11: 10AM - 1PM
$55
Intermediate
Learn this versatile style wrap for your next wire wrapped bracelet. Artist Mig Lemire will show you this beautiful technique and how to apply it to other jewelry components.
Instructor: Guest Instructor Mignonne Lemire

Wire Wrapping - Wrapped Cabs
Saturday, July 11: 2-5 PM
$55
All Levels
Join us for a special 3-hour wire wrapping class with Maine Artist, Mignonne Lemire. She'll show how to use square wire to create fabulous glass art or stone pendants. Beautiful to wear and beautiful as gifts!
Instructor: Guest Instructor Mignonne Lemire

Princess Wrap NEW CLASS
Wednesday, July 15: 10AM - 1PM
$35.00
All Levels
You'll love making this pretty princess wrap! We use a special flat vintage Swarovski oval stone and wrap it with pretty bicone crystals.
Instructor: Eva, Genevieve or Kathleen

Pearl Knotting
Wednesday, July 15: 6-9 PM OR
Friday, August 21: 6-9 PM
$35
All Levels
Learn to knot like the professionals - by the end of this class you'll knot your own pearl bracelet and tin cup necklace using multiple techniques.
Instructor: Kathleen Snyder

Crystal and Pearl Wave - A Bead Gallery Original Design
Thursday, July 16: 10AM - 1PM OR
Friday, July 17: 6-9 PM OR
Thursday, August 13: 10AM - 1PM
$35
Advanced Beginner
Combine Swarovski crystals and pearls into this glittering tennis bracelet. Sign up early to get into this popular class!
Instructor: Eva Lague

Glass Fusing: Beads and Cabochons
Saturday, July 18: 1-4 PM AND Sunday, July 19: 1-4 PM
$150, includes glass
All Levels
Create dazzling dichroic glass cabochons and art beads in this two-part class. You'll learn to assemble the glass into a fused tile and then cut it into many glass pieces to use as pendants, earrings, pins or buttons.
Instructor: Guest Instructor Rhonda Young

Basic Wire Work - Level 1
Saturday, July 18: 10AM - 1PM OR
Wednesday, August 26: 6-9 PM
$35
Beginner
Make a pair of earrings using basic wire working techniques.
Instructor: Genevieve Martineau or Kathleen Snyder

Lacy Caterpillar
Wednesday, July 22: 6-9PM
$35
All Levels
Turn beads into sparkling lace! This fanciful bracelet will shimmer on your wrist.
Instructor: Eva Lague or Kathleen Snyder

Summer Garland Wire Work Necklace NEW CLASS
Friday, July 31: 6-9 PM
$35.00
All Levels
Come learn this pretty summer floral garland necklace with Guest Instructor Vickie Hu Poirer. You'll learn free form wire assemblage by making a necklace. Vickie will teach the technique, but she'll also talk about variations that you can make.
Instructor: Guest Instructor: Vickie Hu Poirer

Bead Soup: Beadweaving on the Mirrix Loom
Saturday, August 1: 10AM - 4PM
$65, Loom Rental $20
Intermediate
Learn to weave a colorful bracelet using the Mirrix Loom. Bring your own Mirrix Loom or rent one for your project.
Instructor: Kathleen Snyder

Substantial Swirls - Wirework Bracelet
Saturday, August 8: 10AM - 1PM
$35.00
Intermediate
In this class, you'll make a beautiful wirework bracelet - learning to create swirls with heavy guage wire and embellish it to your liking.
Instructor: Genevieve Martineau

Precious Metal Clay (PMC) for Beginners
Saturday, August 15: 10AM - 4PM
$125.00
All Levels
Come join guest instructor Linda Matte for a full day of Precious Metal Clay. You'll learn basic PMC techniques to create a variety of fine silver jewelry pieces, including creating textures and setting stones. Price includes PMC for approximately 2-4 pieces; students may purchase additional clay from the instructor.

NOTE: If you have taken the Tear Away class, bring your molds and textures to use in this class.
Instructor: Guest Instructor Linda Matte

Bead Crochet
Wednesday, Sept 2: 10AM-1PM AND
Wednesday, Sept 16: 10AM-1PM AND
Wednesday, Sept 30: 10AM-1PM (Clinic)

Only $65 for all 3 sessions!
All Levels
If you've always wanted to bead crochet, this is the class. Learn the technique and then use the clinic to practice. Before your first class, you'll need to spend about an hour on a pre-class assignment. Call the store for details.
Instructor: Kathleen Snyder

Beginner Soldering: Silver Earrings with Cabochons
Saturday, September 19: 10AM - 1PM
$65.00
Beginner
You'll make these sterling silver earrings, learning to sweat solder silver cups and set tiny cabochons using a creme brulee torch. You'll also learn to make your own ball headpins, earwires and brush your earrings. A great class to find your inner metalsmith - or to just make a great pair of earrings!
Instructor: Guest Instructor: Julia Parkhurst

Come Shop the NH Bead Bop!
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, September 24-26: 9AM - 6PM
Sunday, September 27: 12 - 5 PM

Mark You Calendars! The Annual 2009 NH Bead Bop is scheduled for September 24 through 27, 2009

Here's How To Participate:

Purchase your "Passport Kit" , which includes a NH Bead Bop tote bag, your Event Passport (with directions to each shop), and coupons for individual store specials and raffles - available at all seven participating bead shops!

During the Bead Bop, get your passport stamped at all seven shops in order to be eligible for our Grand, Second & Third Prize drawings!
If you can't get to all seven shops, use the individual store coupons to enter individual store raffles. Join the fun!
Instructor: www.nhbeadbop.com

Seed Pearl Polygon Bracelet
Friday, October 9: 10AM - 1PM
$55.00
All Levels
Create this pretty polygon bracelet - simple and elegant using seed pearls. A great way to start learning polygon or to add to your polygon repertoire!
Instructor: Guest Artist: Carol Huber Cypher

Flat Polygon Reversible Bracelet with Carol Cypher
Friday, October 9: 2-5 PM
$55.00
All Levels
Guest artist, Carol Cypher has given new meaning to polygon stitch! She's created a flat polygon weave and it's different on either side, making it a fantastic reversible bracelet.
Instructor: Guest Artist: Carol Huber Cypher

Ostara's Emerging Blossoms with Carol Cypher
Saturday, October 10: 10AM - 4PM
$110.00
Intermediate, must have polygon stitch experience
Come explore in-depth the beauty of polygon stitch. Guest artist, Carol Cypher has taken polygon stitch to new levels in this class. You'll learn to use the stitch to create a sculptural polygon pod that can be used as a pendant or earrings. Plus you'll start a rope for a necklace or lariat and finishing techniques. A true work of art!
Instructor: Guest Artist: Carol Huber Cypher

Polygon Bezels for Rivolis Galore! with Carol Cypher
Sunday, October 11: 10AM - 4PM
$110.00
All Levels
Carol Cypher has created a new way to set beautiful Swarovski crystal rivolis. You'll spend the day learning to wrap different crystals using polygon stitch.
Instructor: Guest Artist: Carol Huber Cypher

Nuno Felting with Carol Cypher
Monday, October 12: 10AM - 4PM
$110.00
All Levels
Felters get ready! Carol Cypher is coming back to show us how to create beautiful nuno felted scarves and then decorate them with beads!
Instructor: Guest Artist: Carol Huber Cypher

Wrapping Round Faceted Stones
Saturday, October 17: 10AM - 1PM
$55
Intermediate
With visiting artist, Mignonne Lemire, you'll create stunning jewelry using oval or drop faceted precious stones. Sign up soon - this is a unique and special class for students who have previous cabochon wrapping experience.
Instructor: Guest Instructor Mignonne Lemire

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