Welcome to our Wirework page.
We've a great selection of wirework courses in a variety of levels from basic to advanced. We are workwork experts in Beads and Bling and this shows through the quality of the workshops available. Be sure to start your passion for wirework today through us!
Introduction to Wirework
Daytime & Evening Workshop
Learn how to create beautiful jewellery with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a pair of earrings, a bracelet and necklace using wire twisting techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design your matching jewellery set, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery.
We provide a wide selection of quality beads and materials to complete your projects. Come along and make your own individual jewellery designs to take away with you.
What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make earrings, a wire beaded bracelet and a wire twisted necklace.
How much will it cost?
The one day Introduction to wirework jewellery making workshop is just €75 and includes materials such as silver plated wire, beads, semi-precious gemstones and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included.
The evening course is just €55 and you make a bracelet and earrings on this course.
Dates: Daytime course: 12th February, 2012 (Sunday) – 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
Evening Course: 11th January (Wed evening) or 12thApril (Thursday Evening) – 6.00 – 9.00 p.m. - BOOK NOW!
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Ring Making Level 1
Level One – Full Day Workshop
Learn how to make stunning rings with wire, crystals and beads. Each ring is individual and you can be as delicate or as Bling as you choose! The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 Minute Lunch break.
What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire and materials needed
3. Step-by-step techniques to make your own ring designs to take home with you.
During the workshop you will make several different style rings, using silver coated wire, buttons and beads. We teach all the fundamentals for making wire rings and this course is an excellent introduction to ring making. While we state that 'no experience is necessary' for this workshop, some of the designs need strength in your hands in order to be able to twist and wrap the wire. Please take this into consideration and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
How much will it cost?
The 1 day Ring Making Workshop is €75 and includes materials (Swarovski crystals, buttons, beads and semi-precious gems), use of tools and light refreshments. You are also welcome to bring your own beads to use at this workshop.
Dates: 4th December (Sun), 2011 - 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. - book now!
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Ring Making Level 2
Level 2 - Full Day Workshop!
Learn how to make stunning rings with wire, crystals and beads! Each dress ring is individual and you can be as delicate or as bling as you choose! The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break.
What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire and materials needed
3. Step-by-step techniques to make your very own ring designs transforming basic wire into beautiful rings and then embellishing them with beads and buttons to make unique designs to take home with you.
Ring styles:
Learn to make a charm ring, manoeuvre wire to make a Celtic style wire wrap ring, how to wire wrap stones with no holes, wire sculpture ring, charm ring and make two styles of beaded rings (all different to the styles taught on the level one workshop)
During the workshop you will make several different style rings, using silver coated wire, crystals and beads. While we state that 'no experience is necessary' for this workshop we would recommend that you attend the level 1 workshop first. Also some of the designs need strength in your hands in order to be able to twist and wrap the wire. Please take this into consideration and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
How much will it cost?
The 1 day Ring Making Workshop Level 2 is €75 and includes materials (Swarovski crystals, buttons, beads and semi-precious gems), use of tools and light refreshments
Dates: 10th December (Sat) 2011 - 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Crochet Necklace Class
Learn how to create two stylish crochet necklaces (a short collar and a long one!) using wire and beads. You will create and keep two necklaces using this age old technique – a real merging of the old and the new! Step-by-step how to design and make your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of beads and wire to use for this design.
What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make this item of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a beautiful knitted cuff
How much will it cost?
The one day crochet necklace Jewellery course is just €75 and includes materials such as wire, crystal, beads, use of tools and light refreshments are also included.
Dates: 21st January, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. - BOOK NOW!
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Findings Masterclass
3 Hour Workshop
Learn how to make all your own findings so you will never run out of a matching clasp or jump ring again! This half day workshop teaches you how to mould and make all your own findings to create a perfect finish to any item of jewellery you make. This half day course covers the following findings and don't forget that all the materials are included!
What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, and beads required to make these items (listed below)
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a variety of findings for finishing your jewellery including:
* S-Link
* Bead Link
* Wrapped Loop Bead Link
* Headpin
* Wrapped Loop Headpin
* Eye
* Wrapped Loop Eye
* Hook
* Wrapped Loop Hook
* Toggle
* Ear Hooks
* Wrapped Ear Hooks
* Jump Rings
* Spring Rings
* Cord Ends
* Gemstone Cages
How much will it cost?
The half day findings workshop is €60 and includes materials. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included.
Dates: 28th January, 2012- 10.00 a.m. – 1.30 p.m. - Book Now!
Woven Wire Necklace
An Introduction - Full Day Workshop
Learn how to create funky woven wire jewellery with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a woven wire necklace and a different woven wire bracelet using various woven wire techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of quality beads and stringing materials. Come along and make your own individual jewellery designs to take away with you.
What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a woven wire necklace.
4. Step-by-step techniques to make a different woven wire bracelet.
How much will it cost?
The one day Introduction to woven wire jewellery workshop is just €75 and includes materials such as silver plated wire, glass beads, semi-precious gemstones, beads, use of tools and light refreshments are also included. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 1 hour lunch break.
Dates: 18th December (Sun) 2011 or 27th May, 2012 - 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. BOOK NOW!
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Rolled Wire Necklace & Knitted Wire Pendant
Learn to make a beautiful rolled knitted necklace and then embellish it with a beautiful knitted pendant (you make the pendant as well). This class gives knitting and stitching a whole new twist!
What will I learn?
1. You learn how to knit & roll a necklace and how to embellish and knit a beaufiful wire pendant
2. Tools and techniques required to make these beautiful pieces of jewellery
How much will it cost?
The rolled wire and knitted pendant course costs just €85
Date: 19th july (Sun), 11th September (Sun), 27th November (Sun) 2011
Time: 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m.
NEW! Spool Knitting
Our new workshop on spool knitting! Learn to create beautiful necklaces & bracelets using this great technique – broaden your wire-working skills using a variety of tools to great effect! This course incorporates basic wire working techniques to enable you to create two styles of necklace/bracelet on the day. Excellent opportunity to incorporate new wire techniques into your jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing spool knitting pieces – this is a great technique to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to measure, twist, shape and embellish wire to make necklaces or bracelets
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your necklaces and we endeavor to cover two designs on the day
How much will it cost?
The Spool Knitting course costs just €75. All materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you use spool knitting tools to master this technique.
Dates: 11th February or 28th April, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
NEW! Wire Beads
Bite-size Workshop
Our new workshop on wire bead making! Learn to create a variety of fun and funky wire beads that can then be used in a variety of jewellery including necklaces, earrings & bracelets using this great technique – broaden your wire-working skills using a variety of tools to great effect! This course incorporates basic wire working techniques to enable you to create a wide variety of bead styles on the day. Excellent opportunity to incorporate new wire techniques into your jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing wire beads – these are great techniques to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to measure, twist, shape and embellish wire to make beads that can then be used for a variety of projects at home.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your beads and we endeavor to cover a wide variety of designs on the day
How much will it cost?
The wire bead course costs just €35*. This course is a bite-size course and strict rules apply to this course. 'Bite-size*' means in 1½ hours we show you the fundamentals of the technique & give you an opportunity to practise it on the course however you may not necessarily finish your project on the course - rather you go home & finish the project there! All materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make a variety of wire beads.
Dates: 8th December, 2011 or 2nd February, 2012 – 6.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
NEW! Spiral Bead Maker Projects
Bite-size Workshop
Our new workshop on how to make great jewellery using the spiral bead maker tool! Learn to create a variety of fun and funky beads that can then be used in a variety of jewellery including necklaces, earrings & bracelets using this great technique – broaden your wire-working skills with this tool to great effect! This course incorporates basic wire working techniques to enable you to create bead styles on the day. Excellent opportunity to incorporate new wire techniques into your jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing these fun and funky wire beads – these are great techniques to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to measure, twist, shape and embellish wire to make beads that can then be used for a variety of projects at home.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your beads
How much will it cost?
The wire bead course costs just €35*. This course is a bite-size course and strict rules apply to this course. 'Bite-size*' means in 1½ hours we show you the fundamentals of the technique & give you an opportunity to practise it on the course however you may not necessarily finish your project on the course - rather you go home & finish the project there! All materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make wire beads using the spiral bead maker.
Dates: 14th December, 2011 or 16th May, 2012 – 6.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
NEW! Wire Work Pendant
A great new workshop – this course incorporates wire working and techniques to enable you to create a beautiful wire work pendant. This workshop is an excellent opportunity to incorporate new wire techniques into your jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing a beautiful wire work pendant – this is a great technique to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to measure, twist, shape and embellish wire to make a pendant.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make pendant and we endeavor to complete the pendant during the class.
How much will it cost?
The wire work pendant course costs just €. All materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make a variety of combs and clips.
Dates: 26th February, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
NEW! Viking Knitting
Evening Course
Our new workshop on Viking Knitting! Learn this ancient craft of weaving wire to create beautiful necklaces & bracelets using this great technique – broaden your wire-working skills using this technique to great effect! Excellent opportunity to incorporate new wire techniques into your jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing Viking knitting pieces – this is a great technique to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to weave, shape and embellish wire to make necklaces or bracelets.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your jewellery using the Viking knitting technique.
How much will it cost?
The Viking Knitting course costs just €55. All materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you use Viking knitting tools to master this technique.
Dates: 5th January, 22nd March or 14th June, 2012 – 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. - Book Now
Tiara Level 1
A great beginner tiara workshop – this course incorporates basic wire and millinery techniques to enable you to create two styles of tiara on the day. Our morning tiara is a basic ‘tree’ style tiara and then our afternoon tiara is a beautiful metal fascinator. Excellent opportunity to incorporate basic wire techniques into your millinery and jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing tiaras – this is a great technique to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to measure, twist, shape and embellish wire to make two styles of tiara.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your tiaras and we endeavor to cover two designs on the day
How much will it cost?
The tiara level 1 course costs just €130 and gives you an allowance of €20 towards Swarovski crystal to use during the class (this is not refundable if you use less than €20 allowance). All other materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make a variety of tiara types.
Dates: 8th January, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Tiara Level 2
A great follow on workshop from our level one (but can be taken without level 1 if you have some good wirework skills) – this course incorporates different tiara making techniques. We go more into the detail of consulting for the right type of tiara, how to make a tiara band from wire (we use premade ones on level 1), how to make a tiara off the band using wire twisting techniques which allows you to build your tiara to any side and style you want and also cover how to make a tiara using component pieces. Excellent opportunity to incorporate basic wire techniques into your millinery and jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing intermediate level tiaras – the techniques covered on this course can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to consult for the right type of tiara and what head and face measurements to make to ensure right style and fit. You will twist, shape and embellish wire to make two styles of tiara.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your tiaras and we endeavor to cover two designs on the day and how to make your own bespoke tiara band from scratch.
How much will it cost?
The tiara level 2 course costs just €130 and gives you an allowance of €20 towards Swarovski crystal to use during the class (this is not refundable if you use less than €20 allowance). All other materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make a variety of tiara types.
Dates: 19th February, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Wedding Hair Jewellery
Take your comb making skills to the next level! Gillian Hughes teaches you some of her most popular bridal comb designs on this one day workshop. Learn how to maximise your pieces using wire, beads and little bit of sparkle - we use Swarovski in this course! This is a great course if you are interested in making your own wedding hair jewellery or adding it to your existing jewellery making or millinery skills.
What will I learn?
1. What tools and materials are required to make two different type of wedding hair jewellery designs – Gillian also imparts the knowledge and skill she has learnt in working with the bridal market
2. How to design, create and professionally finish your wedding hair jewellery
How much will it cost?
The wedding hair jewellery course with Gillian Hughes is just €120*** for our one day workshop based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. Use of tools and equipment are also included. *** Materials are included in the cost of this course and a €20 voucher for Swarovski but if you require additional Swarovski these will have to be paid for and no refund is given if you do not use €20 worth of Swarovski.
Dates: 25th March, 2012 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Combs & Clips
A great beginner clip and comb workshop – this course incorporates basic wire and millinery techniques to enable you to create a wide variety of combs and clips suitable for all occasions on the day. Our morning commences with basic wiring techniques to get you warmed up making basic shapes to mount to combs or clips. We then teach you how to either wire on or wire off a comb and show you our techniques that we use to make our famous riverdance combs (yes we make the combs and tiaras for riverdance!) This workshop is an excellent opportunity to incorporate basic wire techniques into your millinery and jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing metal combs and clips – this is a great technique to learn as it can be used on a variety of projects. You will learn how to measure, twist, shape and embellish wire to make a variety of comb and clip styles.
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your combs and clips and we endeavor to cover five designs on the day
How much will it cost?
The combs and clips course costs just €120. All materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make a variety of combs and clips.
Dates: 26th February, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
Masterclass in Wire Flowers
A great follow on workshop from our tiara or comb courses (but can be taken without level 1 if you have some good wirework skills) – this course incorporates different wired flower making techniques. These are the basis for any good bridal comb, tiara, jewellery or fascinator, and Netty introduces you to a selection of pieces she regularly uses in her designs. These are more complicated to make but look amazing when finished in a piece. Excellent opportunity to incorporate more wire techniques into your millinery and jewellery making skills!
What will I learn?
1. This course concentrates on the skills behind making and finishing beautiful wired flowers – the techniques covered on this course can be used on a variety of projects. You will twist, shape and embellish wire to make a variety of flowers – we start with some petal making techniques and work our way up to making more complicated flowers
2. You will learn what tools and materials are required to make your wire flowers and we endeavor to cover a few designs on the day (but you may have to finish them at home).
How much will it cost?
The Masterclass in Wire Flowers course costs just €130 and gives you an allowance of €20 towards Swarovski crystal to use during the class (this is not refundable if you use less than €20 allowance). All other materials are included and this course is based in our dedicated class studios at our premises in Wellington Quay, Dublin City Centre - price includes light refreshments. As with all our workshops we are more concerned with imparting the skill, and this workshop concentrates specifically on teaching you how to make a variety of beaded wired flowers. While no experience is necessary for this workshop, we do strongly recommend that you have had some previous wirework experience and you will need strength in your hands to shape and work with the wire.
Dates: 3rd March, 2012 – 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. - book now!
If these dates don’t suit you this programme can be completed one to one - email: beadsbling@hotmail.com
