BEADWORK CLASSES
Mirjam Keune is a talented bead artist and her work is amazing! Mirjam teaches a wide range of courses including some of the basics in bead and stitch work and will have classes running Thursday evenings along with some daytime classes and weekend classes for all levels from complete beginner to the more experienced bead worker!
WEEKEND COURSES
CABOCHON PENDANT
Level: Intermediate
Learn to make a stunning embellished cabochon. You can make this necklace in a variety of colours and you can progress on to making other pieces at home once you have mastered this technique! This technique can be used to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings or rings. Learn 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, stringing and findings for this workshop. The workshop is a full day workshop!
What will I learn?
1. How to create a cabochon pendant – make a beaded bezel to hold the cabochon stone and what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make this pendant
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a beautiful cabochon pendant using fringing, bead embroidery and embellishment techniques
How much will it cost?
The full day course is just €85 and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included.
Dates: 21st April, 2012 - 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. - book here!
VINTAGE INSPIRED BROOCH
Level: Beginner
Learn to make a beautiful vintage style (Miriam Haskell Inspired) brooch using metal mesh with various beads and findings to create asymmetrical designs! Create one complete brooch project and get inspiration for others! Learn 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 findings for this workshop. The workshop is a full day workshop!
What will I learn?
1. You will learn about Miriam Haskell Jewellery with an emphasis on her brooches and layout of design
2. How to create a vintage inspired brooch - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
3. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
4. Step-by-step techniques to make a vintage inspired brooch
How much will it cost?
The full day course is just €75 and includes materials including beads, findings and use of tools - light refreshments are also included.
Dates: 29th January, 2012- 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
BITESIZE COURSES:
FLOWER & LEAF NECKLACE - BITESIZE
Level: Beginner
Learn to make this simple yet effective and beautiful necklace using stringing techniques taught by Mirjam on this evening BITESIZE class. A simple yet effective technique with stunning results! No experience necessary! This technique can be used to make necklaces or bracelets. Learn 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, stringing and findings for this workshop. The workshop is an evening course!
What will I learn?
1. How to create a flower and leaf necklace - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make this item of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish this flower and leaf necklace
How much will it cost?
The BITESIZE evening course is just €35* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included. * Please note the terms and conditions for all bitesize courses.
Dates: 2ND February, 2012 - 6.30 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. (Thursday)
PEYOTE STITCH SAMPLER BRACELET - BITESIZE
Level: Beginner
Learn to make this stunning peyote stitch sampler bracelet in our evening class with Mirjam. This is a great introduction to a class and versatile stitch. No experience necessary - this one is not to be missed! This technique can be used to make necklaces, bracelets or rings. Learn 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, stringing and findings for this workshop. The workshop is an evening BITESIZE course!
What will I learn?
1. How to create a peyote stitch sampler bracelet - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish a peyote stitch sampler bracelet
How much will it cost?
The evening BITESIZE course is just €35* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included. * Please note the terms and conditions for all bitesize courses.
Dates: 19TH April, 2012 - 6.30 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. (Thursday)
CLUSTER BRACELET - BITESIZE
Level: Beginner
Learn to make spectacular cluster bead jewellery! This is a great introduction to a class and versatile stitch. No experience necessary - this one is not to be missed! This technique can be used to make necklaces, bracelets or rings. Learn 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, stringing and findings for this workshop. The workshop is an evening BITESIZE course!
What will I learn?
1. How to create a cluster bracelet - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish a cluster bracelet
How much will it cost?
The evening BITESIZE course is just €35* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included. * Please note the terms and conditions for all bitesize courses.
Dates: 16th February, 2012 - 6.30 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. (Thursday)
LADDER STITCH BRACELET - BITESIZE
Level: Beginner
Learn how to make a beautiful ladder stitch bugle bracelet on this evening class with Mirjam
Keune. This is a great introduction to a class and versatile stitch. No experience necessary - this one is not to be missed! This technique can be used to make necklaces, bracelets or rings. Learn 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, stringing and findings for this workshop. The workshop is an evening BITESIZE course!
What will I learn?
1. How to create a ladder stitch bracelet - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish a ladder stitch bracelet
How much will it cost?
The evening BITESIZE course is just €35* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included. * Please note the terms and conditions for all bitesize courses.
Dates: 12TH April, 2012 - 6.30 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. (Thursday)
RIGHT ANGLE WEAVE EMBELLISHED BRACELET - BITESIZE
Level: Beginner
Learn to weave a simple elegant bracelet composed of seed beads using a right angle weaving technique. This is a great introduction to a class and versatile stitch. No experience necessary - this one is not to be missed! This technique can be used to make necklaces, bracelets or rings. Learn 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, stringing and findings for this workshop. The workshop is an evening BITESIZE course!
What will I learn?
1. How to create a right angle weave embellished bracelet - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish a right angle weave embellished bracelet
How much will it cost?
The evening BITESIZE course is just €35* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included. * Please note the terms and conditions for all bitesize courses.
Dates: 1st December, 2011 - 6.30 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. (Thursday)
Evening Courses
Swarovski Branched Fringe Necklace – Evening Course
Level: Beginner
Create a stunning necklace using branched fringe techniques, seed beads & Swarovski crystals. Fringing gives volume and texture to beadwork and is very adaptable to different beads in different sizes. You will learn how to complete a fringed necklace in this class.
What will I learn?
1. How to create a swarovski branched fringe necklace - what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish a swarovski branched fringe necklace
How much will it cost?
The evening course is just €55* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included.
Dates: 26th April, 2012 - 6.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m. (Thursday)
Embellished Miyuki Delica Bead Ring – Evening Course
Level: Beginner
Learn tubular peyote stitch and embellishment techniques. You will work with Miyuki Delica
(Japanese cylinder) beads, which are perfect for peyote stitch as they give a lovely, uniform and
even finish to your stitch. You will complete a ring in this class.
What will I learn?
1. How to create an embellished miyuki delica bead ring- what tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Stringing, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make and how to finish an embellished miyuki delica bead ring-
How much will it cost?
The evening course is just €55* and includes materials including beads, findings and stringing and use of tools - light refreshments are also included.
Dates: 19th January, 2012 - 6.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m. (Thursday)
