Seedbeading (the Smaller Version of Beading)

Well, apparently, after seeing the poll results (thanks for voting!), we have alot more seedbeaders than we thought. Therefore, we will, over the next few months be updating our selection of seedbead supplies to accomodate.


I also had my first seedbeading student since we have had the Peyote Bracelet class. I also have a Seedbeading Around a Cabochon class, which is on the website, http://stonesnsilverstudio.com/Classes.htm, it is a four hour class where you would be taught how to put backing on and then embellish the cabochon using seedbeads & other glass beads. We will then learn how to attach it to a necklace as a pendant. A complete kit is included for only $45. The Peyote Bracelet class is $25, and it includes all the supplies, but you get to pick the colors you want, so you may have to arrive a few minutes earlier than your scheduled class. To schedule a class, simply give us a call 1-877-865-3009 (732-3220 for local customers).


Also, with the seedbead classes, I've found that it is actully easier to split the classes when it is just one student (or students that come together). So, if you don't want to sit for 4 hours, we will be glad to customize your class to more than one day, where to come for a couple of hours to get started, take the project home and work on it at your convenience, and then just call to schedule to finish the project when ever your are ready. It really makes things alot easier!


Shelby's Beading Tip: Many of you may already know this, but I like to use lampwork glass and gemstone beads as my clasp when doing a seedbeading project. You would just attach it to one end using seedbeads on either side, and then make a loop out of seedbeads that tightly fits over the larger bead. See the sample. It ends up working like a toggle clasp, and is really easy to clasp a bracelet. We will cover this in the Peyote Bracelet class.


Happy Seedbeading! - Shelby



PS - Don't forget about our 2nd Anniversary Celebration & Bead Brain Mania, coming up on August 16 (a Sunday). From 1pm to 4pm, we will being having a Swap Meet and Free Artisan Tutorials (and of course cake!), so dig in your "bead stash" and pull out those old beads that you just had to buy, but never used...lol...and bring them to our swap meet to trade with other beaders to update your stash! Also, during that time, we will be having free tutorials and demos from four local artists and handing out door prizes with coupons good for up to 60% off! Then from 4pm to 6pm come into the store and spend your obscene discount! (the coupons are only good that day during those two hours)