Bookings will open 7.00PM Friday 29th November
Payment due within 4 working days of booking
EVENT DATES & TIMES: Please note that this is a 2 part class held on different days. Booking under this event will secure your place for both days.
Session 1: Friday 17th January 9am to 12pm
Session 2: Saturday 18th January 9am to 12pm
BLOSSOM BRACELET: Join Catriona Starpins for a captivating bead weaving class where you’ll create a stunning blossom flower bracelet. This workshop is designed for both beginners and experienced beaders, offering a comprehensive introduction to essential techniques like bezelling stones with right angle weave and peyote stitch before embellishing with Czech glass petals. Student will then learn how to make a supportive yet supple band for the flowers to bloom upon made with DRAW double right angle weave.
In this class, you’ll not only complete a beautiful blossom flower bracelet but also gain valuable skills that can be applied to future bead weaving projects. Catriona Starpins’ warm teaching style and passion for beadwork will inspire your creativity and provide a supportive learning environment. Whether you’re looking to enhance your beading repertoire or simply enjoy a creative escape, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to expand your skills and make new friends in the beading community.
Whilst this project is unlikely to be finished in class, detailed instructions provided so students can finish at home.
TECHNIQUE: DRAW Double Right angle weave, RAW Right angle weave and Peyote stitch
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner to Advanced
COST: $70
KIT: Optional $60
LAST DAY FOR ORDERING OF KITS: 9th January 2025
REQUIREMENTS LIST:
| Letter code for kits | Item | Amount required |
| a | 14mm Etched Chatons | 3 |
| b | Size 11 Seed Bead | 10 grams |
| c | Size 11 Seed Bead | 10 grams |
| d | Size 15 Seed Bead (Miyuki) | 1 gram |
| e | Tulip Petals | 50 |
| f | Metal Button, apple Blossom | 1 |
| g | 3mm Fire Polish | 100 |
Students also need to bring the following to class:
| • Beading Thread of choice
• Beading Needles in preferred size (10 or 12) • Thread Burner (optional) • Scissors • Beading mat/surface • Good Lighting and Magnification as needed/preferred |
