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Classes
Whether you're a beginner intermediate, or expert crafter, BBB is committed to teaching you jewelry-making skills. Our classes are basic stringing, knotting, and wire work techniques; plenty of inspiration and project ideas. We have a multitude of designs for necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. We have plenty of projects for any style- whether your look is modern or classic.
Q Where do I start?
A Intro to Basic Beading and Intro to Wire. Our classes will teach you how to create, wear, give and be your own jewelry entrepreneur.
We are also committed to educating you about beads and jewelry-making components, and the history of beads and beading.
Q How do I Register for a class?
A View our calendar select the class and date. You may call or stop by to register. We also accept appointments on our classes.
Class Policy
There are NO CLASS REFUNDS, unless canceled by Bonita Bead Boutique. A 24 hour notice is required if you cannot attend a class. A class credit will be issued and may only be used to transfer to another class. There is a $5.00 fee on all transfers. Failure to give 24 hours’ notice will result in forfeiture of class fees. Class space is confirmed upon receipt of payment, Class registrations are sold on a first-paid first-served basis and seating space.
Note: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to class to select your project materials as all classes begin on time.
Class participants receive 10% off of purchasing beads for your class!
Stringing Projects
Knotting Necklace
Learn the traditional and versatile technique of knotting with silk cord. In this class, you will learn to knot silk cord between beads to create a necklace that is both classic and beautiful. Finish your piece with a clamshell and your clasp.
Instructed by Anita Tristan - Class Fee: $20.00
3-Strand Necklace
You'll get numerous compliments when you wear your own one-of-kind three strand Necklace use Vintage Glass beads, or Czech Glass.
Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class Fee $22.00
Intro to Beading
You will learn the fundamentals of bead stringing. In this class you will be using "Beadalon" to string a strong, flexible wire cable coated with nylon. You will be able to create clean, finished ends and make necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry that you wish.
Spring & Summer Bracelet
Add a personal touch by embellishing it with your favorite dangles and charms.
Instructed by: Staff Class Fee: $15.00
Illusion Necklace
Float beads or pearls in their own orbit using nylon monofilament cord, with unbelieveable strength, or soft and supple beading wire, and crimps
Instructed by: Staff: Class Fee: $15.00 Lariat Necklace is usually 48” long but you will be able to wear it several different ways: It could be worn short, two-strand necklace by wrapping it around your neck twice or wear it as a bracelet by wrapping it around your wrist several times. Wearing your lariat necklace you don’t have a clasp to connect. Just is fun to wear the way you want! Instructed by: Anita Tristan - Class fee: $25.00 This class focuses on professional functioning design concepts for necklaces and bracelets. Your designs will branch out considerably from fun chic looks to classic elegant attire. You will be able to construct amazing pieces with the use of cones and spacer bars. This is a great class for designers or those who want to achieve the look of a designer piece. This class is also excellent for creating a treasure necklace or bridal and formal wear. Instructed by: Anita Tristan - Class fee: $25.00
Lariat Necklace
Multi-Strand Necklace
Designing with Color
We'll explore various ways of creating new designs using the color wheel, including some ideas presented by traditional color theory. Examples will be provided. Bring your set of your most challenging beads you know, the ones that you are still trying to put together.
Instructed by Susan Matych-Hager - Class Fee: $15.00
Wire & Chain Projects
Briolette or Drop Earrings
These side drilled beads are made to lie flat. With round wire you can manipulate any bead so that it will face the correct direction. Can also make into charms.
Instructed by: Staff - Class Fee: $15.00
Swirl Bracelet
Why not? Copper and Silver beads adds a nice touch to the double-coiled piece.
Instructed by: Anita Tristan - Class Fee: $15.00
Bead and Chain Bracelet
Wire wrap to chain. The chain gives great features to the beads.
Instructed by: Staff - Class Fee: $15.00
Viking Knit Bracelet
You will learn this ancient knitting wire project without using needles but using a few simple tools. Create a Viking knit bracelet embellished with beads. Finish the bracelet with a handmade clasp.
Instructed by: Anita Tristan - Class Fee: $22.00 Wire & Rings Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class Fee: $15.00 Flower Chain mail Earrings Chain mail earrings great for when Spring arrives. Instructed by: Kathy Petersen- Class Fee: $18.00 Byzantine Chainmaille Bracelet
In this bracelet, jump rings, wire, and a good sprinkle of pearls and a few silver beads. Makes a great gift for that special person.
Learn to create this wonderful Byzantine link pattern and wire wrap the beads to finish this classic looking bracelet.
Instructed by: Kathy Petersen - Class Fee $18.00 Caged Bead Class Making a Cage Bead add accents to your design you can also add different size of beads this technique you can wire wrap link, use jump rings or use eye pins to complete your design. Instructed by Ann Tristan - Class Fee: $15.00 Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class fee $15.00
You can either attach beads with wrapped loops or string them right on the wire. These earrings are perfect if you're looking for bohemian style!
Queens Link Earrings
Box or Queen's Link earrings. These are elegant and versatile earrings that can be dressy or worn casually. This chainmaille weave is sturdy, and lends itself well to bracelets, necklaces, or other chainmaille objects. It can be made smaller, with 18 ga 6 OD jump rings.
Instructed by: Kathy Petersen - Class fee: $18.00
Time for Cha-Cha
Mix & Match Czech Glass. Attaching the dangle to chain and complete with single loop.
Instructed by: Staff - Class Fee: $15.00
Woven Bracelet
If you enjoy working with small beads this class is for you! Learn to weave wire together.
Instructed by Ann Tristan - Class Fee: $22.00 Embellished Ring Create your own unique bead ring. Learn to manipulate the wire to design your ring band. This class will show you how to add creativity and style to your simple accessory. Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class fee: $15.00
Intro to Earrings
Earrings are an accessory that can be worn anytime with anything for any occasion. This class will provide you with design skills, techniques and practice to become confident with your projects. You will experiment with short sophisticated, dangles, and long earrings with movement and elegance. Once you’ve mastered these simple techniques, you can actually complete a pair of one-of-a-kind earrings.
Instructed by Ann Tristan - Class Fee: $15.00
Heart Hammered Bracelet
This bracelet can be made with just about any type of metal, this technique you can add beads, charms bead dangles.
Instructed by: Ann Tristan Class fee: $15.00
Wire & Chain Projects
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Tasseled Earrings
These earrings, have Oriental style, and embellished with silk thread tassels, and chain. They are sure to catch the eye.
Instructed by Staff - Class Fee $12.00
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This bracelet makes a perfect gift. It is made up of a series of wrapped wire links. You can use any type of chain for this project; just make sure the links are generous enough to accomodate the wire.
Instructed by Staff - Class Fee: $15.00
Chandelier Earrings
These graceful earrings teach how to make components and add a clever design.
Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class Fee $15.00
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Handmade Findings
Learn how to make your own findings, you also will learn how to connect all elements of your jewelry designs. In this class you will learn how to make Basic Ear Hooks, Beaded Ear Hooks, Curly Headpin, Double Loop Eye Pin, Triple Loop Eye Pin, Basic Hook, and Basic Eye Connector
Instructed by: Ann Tristan Class Fee $15.00
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FancyWire Earrings
Make these fun ear wires these earwires are convenient to use. Find that special bead or combination of beads.
Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class Fee $15.00
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Chain Chandelier Earrings
These earrings give you a stylish way to use them so you can recall your favorite times and places.
Instructed by: Staff - Class fee: $15.00
Intro to Wire Jewelry
This basic technique is an introduction of wire wrapping it's fun and you can add beads, chain, and soldered rings to design your one of a kind earrings, bracelet, and or necklace.
Instructed by Ann Tristan - Class Fee: $15.00 
Pearl and Crystal Necklace
Absolutely gorgeous! This shimmering crystal & pearl necklace is the perfect jewel for your special moment.
Instructed by Ann Tristan - Class Fee: $15.00
Rosary Beads of Faith Instructed by Staff - Class Fee: $18.00
Introduction of making a Rosary is learning the basics of wire wrapping. This project will give you the opportunity to make a personal gift for that special person.
Queens Link Earrings
Box or Queen's Link earrings. These are elegant and versatile earrings that can be dressy or worn casually. This chainmaille weave is sturdy, and lends itself well to bracelets, necklaces, or other chainmaille objects.
Instructed by: Kathy Petersen - Class fee: $18.00
Hoop Earrings
Many variations are possible with this classic design, and you can alter the look easily by adding your favorite beads and dangling charms. Try anything you like that has a nice shape, color, and texture.
Instructed by Ann Tristan - Class fee: $15.00 Cluster Earrings Beads on chain can look Elegant, and Casual looking. Chain can dangle from Hoops or French hooks Instructed by: Ann Tristan - Class fee: $15.00
Simple Beading Projects
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Leather Bracelet
Beads & Leather unique combination use trade beads or charms to attach. You can also capture the movement by giving an organic look.
Instructed by Staff - Class Fee: $10.00
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Elastic Bracelet
Use elastic to make stretch bracelets; you won't need a clasp. Express with colorful set of stretch bracelets or say it with a message.
Instructed by: Staff - Class Fee: $10.00
Precious Metal Clay Projects
Open Studio for PMC
Ideal for those familiar with the techniques of working metal clay who want to work on their own projects. Use of Workspace, Firing, Tumbling, Basic Tools, and finishing guidiance is included.
Instructed by: Becky Hendershott - Class Fee: $25.00
Intro to Metal Clay
This metal clay course will introduce you to the basics of working and creating with silver precious metal clay! Let our creative spirit out and learn to make your OWN SILVER JEWELRY! You will create and finish multiple pieces using PMC3. You will have the opportunity to make stamped earrings, a pendant, and/or charms that can be finished later as a bracelet or necklace. Projects are defined but flexible allowing you to tap into your own creative side.
Instructed by: Becky Hendershott - Class fee: $90.00 (materials included) After class Pre-order supplies at a discount for class participants only
Seed Projects Spiral Rope Bracelet This bracelet is perfect addition to casual outfit of jeans and a sweater. The focal bead can be a special art bead. Instructed by Anita Tristan - Class Fee: $18.00
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Five-Strand Bracelet
Support the design on a focal bead or connector. A dash of gemstones or accent beads always make a forever focus.
Instructed by Staff - Class Fee $15.00
