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November 2015 to January 2016November 2015 to January 2016November 2015 to January 2016November 2015 to January 2016 Class CatalogClass CatalogClass CatalogClass Catalog

Midwest Beads

19115 W. Capitol Drive

Suite 118

Brookfield, WI 53045

262-781-7670

www.midwestbeads.com

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Store Hours:

Open 7 Days A Week!

Monday-Friday: 10am-6pm Saturdays: 10am-5pm

Sundays: 12:00 Noon-4pm

Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26

Closed

Black Friday: Friday, November 27

10am to 6pm

Christmas Eve: Thursday, Dec 24

Open til 2pm

Christmas Friday, December 25

Closed

New Year’s Eve Thursday, December 31

10am to 7pm

New Year;s Day Friday, January 1

10am to 6pm

Call (262)781-7670 To Register

Important Class Information

-You may register in person or by phone (262)781-7670. If calling by phone, please have your credit card handy.

Please note: We cannot redeem gift certificates over the phone.

-Payment in full is required to reserve your space. We accept cash, personal checks, VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER.

-Samples of completed class projects are on display at the store and can be viewed online at midwestbeads.com. Sorry, no web registrations or e-mail registrations at this time.

-Class sizes are limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Please ask to be put on a waiting list if your class choice is filled.

-Classes are intended for adults. We ask that you be a least 14 years or older to attend. (We offer birthday parties & over-the counter advise for beaders of all ages!)

-Supply lists will be available when you register. Please make sure to have all necessary materials PRIOR to the start of your class.

-Tools, if needed, will be provided at no additional charge. Tools are the property of Midwest Beads and stay in the classroom.

-All classes start promptly at times stated. Please be courteous to fellow class members by being on time and turning off cell phones.

Cancellation Policy

Please Read BEFORE Signing Up For Your Classes!

-Choose your classes wisely, as all class sales are final. No refunds, transfers or store credits will be made if you cannot attend. However, if you call the store in advance, we can hold a set of instructions for you OR you may send

an adult friend in your place.

-If we need to cancel a class due to weather or low attendance, you will be notified and you will have a choice of attending a rescheduled class, a transfer, a full refund or store credit

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Classes Fill Quickly!

Mark Your Calendar!

DON’T MISS OUR

FREE STITCHING EVENTS

SAVE THE DATES:

THUR, DEC 3 THUR, DEC 17 THUR, DEC 31

We supply the

project instructions, tables, chairs & talented “Beadologists” to assist you every step of the way!

Projects to be announced.

Watch your e-mails for details!

Mark Your Calendar!

Open Beading Day

Monday is our official “Open Beading Day!” Come in, use our tables & tools, hang out, and finish up all those projects that never seem to get done. *There will be staff on hand to answer

questions & offer advice but this is primarily a non-instructional time for you to work on your own projects or start new ones.

*Stop in between the hours of 10am-2pm. *Stay for as long or as little

as you like. *No reservations needed.

*Everyone Welcome!

Beading Expert & Author Anna Draeger will be at our store from 10am-2pm on the following Mondays to answer questions or assist with any project problems. Stop in & take

advantage of her expertise!

NOVEMBER 16 NOVEMBER 30

DECEMBER 14 DECEMBER 28

1 Hour Stitching Workshops

Our popular 1 Hour Stitching Workshops are back!

In just an hour of time feel like a pro!

Treat yourself to one or all of our Stitching Workshops. Learn a new stitch or just get more experience with the ones you need to master!

Workshop Fee: $5 Per Workshop!

Includes all beads, stringing material & needles used

during workshop.

Sorry, we are not able to hold materials/instructions if you are not able to attend workshops.

Depending on the stitch, sometimes we complete a simple project & other times we make a small section of the weave that many students finish on their own.

Instructor: Alice Lauber

(22+ years of experience!)

All Workshops are on the following days from:

11:00 a.m.-12 Noon

Peyote Thursday, November 19

Spiral Rope Friday, November 20

Right Angle Weave Wednesday, December 2

Diamond Chain Friday, December 4

Daisy Chain Tuesday, December 8

Chevron Chain Wednesday, December 9

Chenille Chain Friday, December 11

Square Stitch Tuesday, December 15

Brick Stitch Wednesday, December 16

Russian Chevron Tuesday, December 22

Russian Spiral Wednesday, December 23

Netting Tuesday, December 29

Herringbone Wednesday, December 30

St Petersburg Tuesday, January 5

Albion Stitch Wednesday, January 6

Hubble Stitch Friday, January 8

Call (262)781-7670 to save a space. Note: Please have credit card handy…fees must be paid when you register.

Choose from the following:

Daisy Chain

St. Petersburg

Brick Stitch

Chenille Chain

Right Angle Weave

Peyote

Russian Chevron

Chevron

Russian Spiral

Spiral Rope

Square Stitch

Diamond Chain

Netting

Herringbone

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Albion Stitch

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Hubble Stitch

Stop In The Store to See The Samples

In Person!

Beading 101

A quick lesson in stringing, crimping & making earring loops. Leave with a finished necklace & pair of earrings.

Dates:

Friday, Nov. 20, 1:30-3:00 OR

Tuesday, January 5, 1:30-3:00

This Is A Ten Buck Technique Class!

There are so many things you can do with beads once you know a few basics! For only $10 you get all supplies and use of our tools to try your hand at some basics.

Take one or more of the classes & you’re on your way to fun and creative ways to make your own jewelry.

Call (262)781-7670 to save a space. Note: Please have credit card handy…fees must be paid when you

register.

Beads supplied may vary slightly due to availability.

Class ScheduleClass ScheduleClass ScheduleClass Schedule

November 2015 to January 2016

Midwest Beads - 19115 W Capitol Drive, Suite 118 - Brookfield, WI 53045 (262)781-7670

Easy Earrings

Learn the tricks to making fabulous earrings with a few simple tools, beads & findings. Leave with 3 pairs of earrings.

Date: Thurs., Dec. 10, 11:00-1:00


There are so many things you can do with beads once you know a few basics! For only $10 you get all

supplies and use of our tools to try your hand at some basics. Take one or more of the classes & you’re on your way to fun and creative ways to make your own

jewelry.






Glitter Bracelet

Learn an easy-to-master stitching technique using crystals & seed beads. A perfect class for any beader who has been timid about picking up a beading needle.

Leave with a finished bracelet.

Dates: Tues., Nov. 24, 11-12:30

OR Wednesday, December 30, 1:30-3:00




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Tin Cup Necklace

Learn simple knotting techniques and how to create a measured space between beads. Using a beading awl, pearls & crystals create an easy to wear necklace that

you will finish during class. Note: May also wear as a wrap around bracelet…learn the tricks!

Dates: Thursday, Dec., 10, 2:00-4:00

OR Wed., January 6, 1:30-3:30




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Wrapping a Tumbled Stone & Sea Glass

Learn some easy wire techniques to wrap a tumbled stone & a flat piece of Sea Glass & make them into wonderful pieces of wearable art!

Leave with 2 finished pendants ready to wear on your favorite chain.

Dates: Fri., November 27, 11:00-12:30

OR Tuesday, December 29, 1:30-3:00




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Scatter-Brained Bracelet

An innovative use for 2-hole beads that doesn’t involve stitching! A wonderful, easy bracelet using flexible beading wire & only 1 crimp bead.

Thursday, November 19, 1:30-3:00

OR Friday, January 8, 1:30-3:00




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Duo Leather Wrap Bracelet

Learn how easy it is to make the popular leather wrap bracelet. Super Duos & seed beads combine to make a wonderful diamond pattern throughout the bracelet.

Dates:

Wed., December 2, 1:30-3:30 OR

Friday, January 1, 1:30-3:30


There are so many things you can do with beads once you know a few basics! For only $10 you get all supplies and use of our tools to try your hand at some basics.

Take one or more of the classes & you’re on your way to fun and creative ways to make your own jewelry.

Call (262)781-7670 to save a space. Note: Please have credit card handy…fees must be paid when you

register.





Galaxy Rope Necklace

Saturday, Nov 21, 10:30-1:30

Create an out-of-this-world necklace as you learn a variety of beadweaving techniques. The new Infinity beads & Melon beads play a major role in this long & stylish necklace.

Perfect accessory for your Winter wardrobe.

Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Alice Lauber,

$22, Materials Not Included.




Nessie Bracelet -NEW!

Saturday, Nov 21, 2:00-5:00 OR

Thurs, Jan 7, 10:30-1:30

Reports of a mysterious creature in Loch Ness, Scotland go back to around the 6th century, but the legend of the Loch Ness Monster, nicknamed “Nessie,” got a boost in the early 1930’s with several

reported sightings and alleged photographic evidence. In this class combine Mini Duos and Crescent beads to create a bracelet that looks as if the Loch Ness

Monster is rising from the lake!

Level: Motivated Beginner/Stitching.

Instructor: Alice Lauber, $22,Materials Not Included.




Victorian Scarab Bracelet -NEW!

Sunday, Nov 22, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

A fluid, lacy, double decker bracelet using the new 2-hole Cabochon beads. This project inspired by Adele Kimpell’s Tila Lace bracelet combines both right angle weave & netting.

Skill Level: Beginner/Stitching.

Instructor: Alice Lauber, $22,Materials Not Included.




Spirographic Necklace -NEW!

Tuesday, Nov 24, 1:00-3:30 OR

Saturday, Jan 9, 10:30-1:00

Remember the drawing toy that used wheels & rings and made wonderful swirling designs develop right before our eyes? In this class learn how to use Super Duos & create a distinctive interlocking necklace

with the same fun spiraling swirls & curves that you remember so well.

Level: Motivated Beginner/Stitching. Instructor: Alice Lauber,





Jester’s Folly Bracelet -NEW!

Friday, Nov 27, 1:30-4:00 OR

Saturday, Dec 19, 2:00-4:30

A fun & whimsical bracelet that showcases new 2-hole Honeycomb & Bar beads. A quick moving bracelet that uses the herringbone stitch to juxtapose the beads into position

Level: Motivated Beginner/Stitching

Instructor: Alice Lauber, $22, Materials Not Included.




Anna’s Necklace -NEW!

Saturday, Nov 28, 10:30-1:30

Many of our customers have admired Anna Draeger’s signature necklace with multi rows of crystals. Learn how to make your own stunning 5-row necklace & how to professionally finish the ends.

Level: Beginner/Stringing. Instructor: Anna Draeger,





X’s And O’s -NEW!

Saturday, Nov 28, 2:00-5:00

Learn how to make a unique bracelet using the new 2-hole crescent beads & True2 firepolish beads. Components can also be used to make earrings or dangles.

Skill Level: Some stitching experience is suggested.

Instructor: Anna Draeger, $35, Materials Not Included.




FiddleSticks -NEW!

Tuesday, Dec 1, 10:30-1:30 OR

Saturday, Jan 9, 2:00-5:00 This 3-D bracelet is funky and unique!

Learn to combine bugles, crystals & seed beads into a geometric bangle using a faux right angle weave technique.

Level: Motivated Beginner.





Pharaoh’s Desire

Friday, Dec 4, 1:30-4:30

Bold Simplicity! Learn how to weave the new Pip beads, firepolish & crystals into a beautiful necklace with adjustable chain.

Level: Beginner/Stitching. Instructor: Alice Lauber,

$22,Materials Not Included.




Arctic Blast Pendant/Ornament

Sat, Dec 5, 10:30-12:00 OR

Friday, Dec 18, 10:30-12:00

Learn to weave Super duos & crystals into a stunning holiday pendant. Beautiful also as an ornament.

Skill Level: Beginner/Stitiching. Instructor: Alice Lauber,

$22, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED




Festive Holiday Earrings!


Start your holiday season early this year! Learn to make 3 different styles of holiday earrings that include stars, wreaths & Christmas trees.

Skill Level: Some stitching experience helpful but not necessary.

Instructor: Alice Lauber, $30, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED.




Opulent “O” Bracelet

Tuesday, Dec 8, 1:00-3:30

Using the popular O-beads, crystals & seed beads, learn to make a dazzling stream-lined bracelet.

Level: Motivated Beginner/Stitching. Instructor: Alice Lauber,





Chantilly Lace -NEW!

Wednesday, Dec 9, 1:00-4:00

Learn how to embellish right angle weave & make little beaded picots to make a delicate & feminine necklace. A perfect accessory for the holidays!

Level: Beginner/Stitching, Instructor: Alice Lauber,





Origami Diamonds

Friday, Dec 11, 1:00-4:00

Learn the beadweaving art of making decorative diamond shapes out of bugles & crystals and then connect them to create a stunning bracelet or earrings.

Level: Intermediate. Some previous stitching experience suggested.





Charmed -NEW!

Saturday, Dec 12, 10:30-1:30

A charming multi row memory wire bracelet strung with metal noodles and adorable beaded flowers made with Dragon Scale beads & Pips.

Level: Some stitching experience suggested.

Instructor: Anna Draeger, $35, Materials Not Included.




Taking Shape -NEW!


Learn circular herringbone as you stitch up a rope style bracelet with O-beads, Tri-beads & Dragon Scales. Bracelet can be made with or without a clasp.

Level: Motivated Beginner Instructor: Anna Draeger,








Nefertiti Necklace -NEW!

Sunday, Dec 13, 12:30-3:30

Nefertiti, Queen of Egypt, is known for her elegant beauty. Some historians have even proclaimed her the most beautiful woman in the world. Learn how to stitch a combination of Pellet beads & seed beads

into a necklace fit for a queen.

Skill Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Alice Lauber,


Peyote Renegade

Tuesday, Dec 15, 1:00-4:00

Learn the popular peyote stitch as you combine Super duos & seed beads into a beautiful tapestry of color & design.

Also learn how to professionally & attractively attach a multi-strand tube clasp for ease & security.


$22,Materials Not Included.




Renaissance Ring -NEW!

Wednesday, Dec 16. 1:00-3:30

Learn how to make a 2-row right angle weave ring embellished with tiny crystals & pearls. A simple, yet elegant ring that you can enjoy everyday! A unique gift idea!

Level: Knowledge of right angle weave is helpful but not necessary.





Twisted Herringbone

Friday, Dec 18, 1:00-4:00

Create a light-weight bracelet that playfully twists & turns around your wrist. Learn circular herringbone, peyote, wrapped loops & some tricks for working with memory wire. Don’t miss this very

informative class!

Skill Level: Motivated Beginner. Some stitching experience is helpful. Instructor: Alice Lauber,

$25 Materials Not Included.




Mini Archways -NEW!

Saturday, Dec 19, 10:30-1:30

Learn to stitch the new Miniduos into little archways between Silky beads.

Level: Motivated Beginner Instructor: Alice Lauber,





Nothing But Net

Sunday, Dec 20, 12:30-3:30

Learn the secrets of making this classy chevron bracelet with crystals peaking out between the openings. What makes this bracelet really

unique is that the inside & outside are two different colors…it’s magical!

Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Anna Draeger,





Pandora’s Box

Tuesday, Dec 22, 1:00-4:00

Learn how to make a 3-dimensional crystal pendant using right angle weave. A great way to “de-stash” your crystals.

Level: Knowledge of right-angle weave helpful, but not necessary.





Blue Jeans & Pearls

Saturday, Dec 26, 10:30-1:00

A great class for those wanting to begin or sharpen their wire wrapping skills. Leave this class with a finished necklace showcasing the semi-precious gemstone of Lapis and accented with pearls, crystals &

chain.

Skill Level: Any. Instructor: Alice Lauber,

$35,ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED.




Confetti Chain


Learn something new… Chain Mail is the ancient art of properly connecting jump rings to form strong secure links creating

beautiful patterns. In this class, learn to create a complex-looking, colorful Byzantine chain that is easy to master.

Level: Beginner/Chain Mail

Instructor: Alice Lauber, $30, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED.




Jewel Loom Bracelet

Sunday, Dec 27, 12:30-3:30

The Jewel Loom is an innovative, portable, lightweight and easy to use loom. In this class learn how to set up a loom, attach the warp threads, string the beads & finish the ends. The perfect class for the

beader who wants to learn how to use a bead loom.

Class Fee: $35 (Includes Jewel Loom) Other Materials Not Included.

Pre-Requisite: None. Instructor: Alice Lauber




Trendy Triangle Necklace

Friday, Jan 1, 11:00-12:30

Learn triangular peyote & make a 3-color pendant & suspend it from chain. Simply stunning.


$25,ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED.




Crafting Enclosures -NEW!


Learn how to stitch up a fun & funky bracelet using the new 2-hole crescent beads. Turn the crescents inward to bezel around other beads or flair them out to create open, self-supporting components.

Wickedly fun!

Level: Some stitching experience is suggested. Instructor: Anna Draeger,





Fall Flowers


Learn some fundamental stitching strategies for stitching with Tri-beads & 2-hole lentils. Create dramatic, dimensional “flower” shapes that connect into a lovely bracelet design.

Level: Motivated Beginner. Instructor: Anna Draeger,





Bead Soup Bracelet

Sunday, Jan 3, 12:30-3:30

Learn to make a multi-strand bracelet with a simple brick stitch & stringing techniques. A great way to use up some of your bead stash!

Skill Level: Any.





Whimsical Wire Wraps

Thursday, Jan 7, 2:00-4:30

Step up your wire wrapping technique! Learn how to frame your beads in wire to create a decorative & secure setting to showcase your beads.

Level: Any.





Right Angle Rings -NEW!

Sunday, January 10, 12:30-3:30

In this class learn a variety of right angle weave techniques while creating circular shapes & frames with peanut beads.

Learn how to professionally attach a multi-strand tube clasp for a great finishing touch!

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of right angle weave is suggested. Instructor: Anna Draeger,





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