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There is nothing like the feeling you get when you create your own perfect wire wrap or complete a knotted item all on your own. But even better is the feeling that you get when a friend admires your jewellery and asks you "Where did you get your bracelet ?" and you simply beam and say "I made it myself".
At The Little Bead Shop we believe the best way to get to that feeling is by learning the techniques that are used when creating your own jewellery.
Our beading workshops focus on a variety of techniques, providing you with the skills to create a wide range of jewellery. Learn the basic technique of Bead Stringing and Jewellery making in the Beginners Class or learn how to knit with wire in our Wire Knitting Workshop. All of our classes are taught by our own staff, which ensures you'll receive continuing support from us long after the class is over.
Our Beading Classes run on weekday evenings and are suitable for beginners. They are held at The Little Bead Shop. We start at 6:30 pm and finish up around 8:30 pm. We keep our classes small you ensure that students get lots of attention. The cost for each class is £15 and this includes your tuition, a loan of tools and findings but your excludes beads. You will have plenty of time on the night to choose and purchase your beads. To book or for further details call us on 0131 228 5058. Please read our Terms and Conditions.
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JUNE
Beginners
This is one of our most popular classes with people returning again and again. Thats because each time you come you can make something new, learning a new technique every time. This class is not project based meaning you are free to design something completely unique to you! But dont worry - our experienced and friendly teacher (and shop owner) Gil Baird will be with you every step of the way. And best of all - as you are choosing your own beads you can stay within your own budget! This fun button necklace is just one example of what you could make.
29th June
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Charm Bracelet
This is one of our most popular classes. Using very pretty glass flowers you will make up this stunning charm bracelet. With all the fun you'll have making this piece you will absorb all the experience you are get with the wire wrapping technique. Once you have learned the technique of wire wrapping - the possibilities for charm bracelets, earrings & necklaces are literally endless!
30th June |
Tiara Workshop
Come along to this fun class and release your inner princess by creating your very own tiara. Not only for Brides to be the techniques you learn in this class will work equally well with the latest fashion trend - hair accessories!! This is a relaxed fun class suitable for all levels of experience.
9th July |
Reinvented Vintage
Mix your old, neglected jewellery with gorgeous new beads for and eclectic twist or simply re-make them into something wearable and of your taste! Bring along an old piece of jewellery, or use our collection and Helen will take you through the steps of making a brand new piece. Beginners Welcome!
14th July |
Free Form Wire Workshop
Wire Wizard Helen is back to take you through the how to's of making this lovely necklace or bracelet. Like chain mail wire jewellery is seeing a rise in popularty as jewellery makers and beaders make use of the endless variations possible when working with wire. This class is suitable for beginners as Helen will teaches you through the skills to make this classic piece of jewellery.
21st July |
Funky Fabric Necklace
Use up old fabric scraps with this brilliant idea for a unique necklace. Helen will take you through the steps, as you master sewing up a tube, knotting between beads and adding a ribbon tie. Fabric will be supplied on the night at £2.00 per necklace or feel free to bring your own.
Tuesday 21st July |
Pearl Knotting
This class teaches you the technique of knotting between pearl beads strung on Silk. Its truly a classic technique that would be a valuable addition to any beaders repertoire. You may or may not complete your jewellery in the class depending on how quickly students learn the knotting technique. To make a totally unique piece of jewellery why not attend a Magic of Metal Clay Class and make a clasp!
Tuesday 28th July |
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Charm Bracelet
This is one of our most popular classes. Using very pretty glass flowers you will make up this stunning charm bracelet. With all the fun you'll have making this piece you will absorb all the experience you are get with the wire wrapping technique. Once you have learned the technique of wire wrapping - the possibilities for charm bracelets, earrings & necklaces are literally endless!
Thursday 30th July |
EXCITING NEW TIMETABLE FOR AUGUST TO BE ADDED SOON!
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Welcome to our news!
Here you will find up to date news of whats going on at here The Little Bead Shop & Art Clay Scotland. Courses, Guest Artists, Events, Publications, Open Studios, even parties - its all here! Simply hold your cursor over the scrolling text to slow it down.
Hattie Sanderson
Due to the incredible response to Hattie Sandersons Master Classes we have found a larger venue so nobody has to miss out on a place. However the bookings are still coming in - so don't delay if you want to be sure of a place. This can be secured with a small non refundable deposit. Dont miss this opportunity to be taught by one of the most incredible metal clay artists in the world today. Read morehere.
***Robert Dancik Master Class ***
The excitement here never stops, and we are thrilled to announce that Robert Dancik will be running a two day Faux Bone Master Class for us on the 15th & 16th of August. Faux Bone is inexpensive, easy to work with and combines perfectly with metal clay. This is a rare opportunity to spend two days with Robert immersing your self in new and innovative jewellery making techniques. You are guaranteed to leave full of inspiration! Further details are available here
Emma's work on the cover of MAKING JEWELLERY
Emma has us bursting with pride once again as her beautiful Lampwork Bead Bracelet is gracing the front cover of the latest issue of Making Jewellery! Inside you will find two of her great tutorials and more! AND.....dont forget that she is also featured in the current Issue of Bead, which is still available. Congratulations Emma!!!!!
New Beading & Wire Work Classes Announced
Details of our popular beading and wire work classes are now online. We are thrilled to offer you Beaweaving classes once again, and also have a great selection of dates for you to choose from for our most popular courses like our beginners and charm bracelet classes. Read more about them here.
Silver Fingerprint Courses.
Back by popular demand - our Silver Fingerprint Course. Suitable for beginners as well as those with experience in metal clay this is THE course to take if you have always wondered how finger prints are captured in fine silver! Our other range of Metal Clay Classes are also available for you to view online. If you are a beginner then look for our "Magic of Art Clay" Class. Used the clay before? Then why not learn the tricks of the trade to making a ring. Looking to enhance your work? Then how about Keum Boo. Want to be unique? Then look out for classes in the Tear Away Technique. Employ the techniques you learn in our classes to your own jewellery and really stand out from the crowd. Read more here.
Lampwork Open Studio
Did you know that we are one of the only bead shops in the UK that sells lampwork beads that are made on site? That means that you can have the opportunity to watch our award winning Artist Emma Baird as she melts glass and creates tiny works of art. Dates TBA. You can read more about lampwork and see some of Emmas beautiful beadshere.
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