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CLASS CALENDAR last updated 9/2/2008 |
2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| OCTOBER 2008 | ||||
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Saturday, October 18th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Bead Stringing |
4400 Jade Street Capitola, CA 831-475-6115 |
Parks & Recreation Description: Ever look at fashion jewelry and say "I know I could make that?" Take this class and learn to make the pictured designer jewelry and more! Learn stringing with flexible beading wire as well as jewelry-making terms, and walk away with at least 2 pieces of jewelry and the knowledge and confidence to make more. All tools are provided for use in class. A $10 materials fee covers all stringing material and basic beads. Or, request a materials list 2 weeks in advance from Rachel. |
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Saturday, October 18th 2:00 - 5:00 pm |
Earrings--Doorway to Wire |
4400 Jade Street Capitola, CA 831-475-6115
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Parks & Recreation Description: Love earrings and want a wardrobe of them? After learning this essential jewelry making technique of loop-making you will walk away from class with two pairs of sparkling earrings and a 20-gauge wire bead chain--the beginnings of working with wire. All tools are provided for use in class. A $10 kit fee covers 2 pairs of earrings and practice materials or contact instructor to request a materials list at least 2 weeks in advance of class. |
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Saturday, October 25th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Lincoln Street Bracelet |
1001 S. El Camino Real San Mateo, CA 94402 650-347-2323 |
With undulating edges and two different switchable sides, put your right-angle weave, tubular peyote, and wire working skills to task in this sweet and surprising bracelet! This one will keep you on your toes!! |
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Friday, October 31st 6:30 - 9:30 pm |
Live Jazz with John Witkowski Group click on photo to hear sound clips |
1102 Pacific Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95076 |
Join us for an evening of vocal and instrumental jazz. The group consisting of guitar, bass, and drums is lead on a weekly basis by guitarist John Witkowski. The group is fronted by a revolving pool of local musicians and singers. On this Halloween evening, Rachel will play that role with a group of musicians she has performed with numerous times since becoming involved in the Santa Cruz jazz scene in 2003.
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2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
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Thursday, November 13th 6:30 - 9:30 pm |
Talk: Evolution of a Design |
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Saturday, November 15th 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
Ootheca Cuff |
Northern Virginia Bead Society
workshop information and application
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Bead weaving and a small amount of basic wire working come together in a stunningly cratered double-sided cuff. | |
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Sunday, November 16th 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
![]() Bhangra Fusion Bangle |
Northern Virginia Bead Society | Explore the vibrant fusion of jewelry-making and the colorful influence of Punjabi folk dancing costume and create a whorl of color and beauty with wire and beads. Choose materials in advance or let Rachel guide your choices in class. | |
2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| DECEMBER 2008 | ||||
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Saturday, December 6th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Beon Freo Needlecase |
1001 S. El Camino Real San Mateo, CA 94402 650-347-2323 |
Along with your own materials, bring willingness to experiment to this class and encrust your wooden needle case to suit your style. Student must be able to accomplish unassisted the following stitches in an even-count tube: netting, right-angle weave, herringbone, and peyote stitch. Wire experience helpful to complete tail and lid. Instruction on intermediate beadweaving and basic wire working are included. | The first time this class has ever been offered. |
2008: OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| APRIL 2009 | ||||
| DATE | PROJECT | LOCATION & CONTACT | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
| Friday - Sunday, April 3rd | TBA |
King of Prussia, PA |
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2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| JUNE 2009 | ||||
| DATE | PROJECT | LOCATION & CONTACT | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
| Sunday, May 31st - Sunday June 7th | TBA |
Midwest Airlines Center Milwaukee, WI |
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2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| JULY 2009 | ||||
| DATE | PROJECT | LOCATION & CONTACT | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
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Friday - Sunday July 10th - 12th |
TBA |
Tacoma, WA |
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2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| AUGUST 2009 | ||||
| DATE | PROJECT | LOCATION & CONTACT | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
| Friday - Sunday, August 7th - 9th | TBA |
Central California Bead Society |
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| Friday - Sunday, August 7th - 9th | N/A |
San Francisco, CA |
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| Thursday - Sunday, August 20th - 23rd | TBA |
King of Prussia, PA |
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2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| SEPTEMBER 2009 | ||||
| DATE | PROJECT | LOCATION & CONTACT | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
| Friday - Sunday, September 24th - 27th | TBA |
Portland, OR |
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2008: SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
2009: APRIL JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
| OCTOBER 2009 | ||||
| DATE | PROJECT | LOCATION & CONTACT | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
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Saturday & Sunday, October 3rd & 4th |
N/A |
Open Studios Art Tour Santa Cruz, CA |
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| Saturday & Sunday, October 10th & 11th | N/A |
Open Studios Art Tour Santa Cruz, CA |
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| Saturday & Sunday, October 17th & 18th | N/A |
Open Studios Art Tour Santa Cruz, CA |
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