PBS MEMBER TAUGHT CLASSES
Class Title: Rockstar Pendant and Necklace
Teacher: Sue Sloan
When: Saturday, March 16th
Time: 1p.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $25.00; payable at the class; to register - contact Kasey Klaus 503.929.0054 kasey.pbs@gmail.com
Where: Amy Taylor’s house; 6314 N Burrage; Portland, OR 97217
Travel: I-5 to Rosa Parks Way (exit 304), go WEST (turning direction totally depends upon which way you were going on I-5); Left on Greeley; L on Holman; L on Burrage.
Amy’s house is 2nd on the right. Park on the street.
Experience Level: Intermediate
Materials for you to bring:
Size 11° Delica beads in one or two colors; (7) 3mm round beads; (1) 1” round flat stone or squashed marble; suitable clasp; needle and thread; beading surface. If you do not have a specific stone that you wish to capture, squashed marbles will be provided.
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Diane Hertzler
Desert Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
customized to fit your specific wrist
June 24, 2022 at TWO times: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. AND 2:00-5:00 p.m. PDT
Diane will start the class in the morning, pause for several hours while participants produce the bracelet base, and return to class to finish the main portion of the bracelet after lunch.
Inspired by the sparkling desert southwest, and by the artist’s aunt who is remembered as always wearing bangle bracelets, this intermediate skill level project utilizes seed beads, Delica beads in 2 colors, and Swarovski Crystals. Students will be working independently for a short while outside of class and need to be proficient with tubular peyote stitch and step-up recognition. The supply list includes enough materials to make two single bangles, or one double bangle; both will be discussed in class. Students will work from written directions, graphics and instructor guidance. Directions will include sizing of the bangle(s).
Skill Level: Intermediate. Students need to be proficient in Tubular Peyote Stitch, including step-up.
Fee: $40.00 for PBS members; $60.00 for non-members
This is a Zoom class using the Portland Bead Society’s open beading link.
Homework prior to class: students should string alternately one color A Delica and one color B Delica beads, repeating A,B,A,B to equal 8”.
Materials list: To create two narrow bracelets, or one wide bracelet with an inside circumference of 9 inches -
• 5 gms. Size 11º Delica Beads, color A
• 8 gms Size 11º Delica Beads, color B
• 2 gms Size 15º Seed Beads, color to match or blend with color A
• 180 (90 for a single bracelet) ART. 5328, Swarovski Bicone Crystals, 3 mm, color to match or blend with color A
• Bead Stopper or stop bead
• Fireline, 4 lb test
• Size 10 and/or 12 Beading needles
• Paper board (cereal box) approximately 2 inches x 11 inches
• Paper board approximately ½ inch x 11 inches or bangle bracelet with your preferred fit
• Masking tape and paper clip
For instructor-specific questions, email Diane Hertzler at dhertzler1@gmail.com or call her at 717 602-9071
This class is full. To get on a waiting list, call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email her at: classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
Teresa Sullivan Workshops
Teresa Sullivan has a bunch of workshops coming up in May and June, and now you can sign up directly from her website: Workshops — Teresa Sullivan (teresasullivanstudio.com)
Here are pictures of the Undulating Leaves. See website for more. I look forward to beading with you!
Pyramid Bangle/Beads
Thursday, January 27 10am - 1pm
-or-
Saturday, February 5 10am - 1pm
$40, no kit
Begin with a Caldera triangle and do something different with it! This pyramid shape makes great beads, pendants and bangle bracelets.
Figures
6 sessions, every other Saturday beginning February 12 10am - 1pm
February 12 & 26, March 12 & 26, April 9 & 23
$240, no kit
A master class like no other. Create freeform, self-supported three dimensional human figures. This is for people who are very familiar with peyote stitch and are ready to explore and develop unique skills.
Send an email to Teresa at beadnutz66@yahoo.com to register. Payment is made via Paypal to this email address.
Prior classes
Class Title: Three Ring Circus Pendant
A ‘Wonderfully Loud’ Pendant in 5 Colourways
A Zoom workshop with Lorna Dobberstein (Polymer Clay) and Rose Rushbrooke (Bead Embroidery and Weaving)
Indulge your carnival instincts and wear a tapering pendant with hidden mathematical formulae. Learn how to mix different colours in polymer clay. In your kit you will find 4 different clay lumps but these lumps magically become legion. Just follow the recipe in your instructions…CMYK is the basis for mixing shades.
Once you’ve created your clay cabochons and beads, you will then switch your brain over to the totally different skill of bead embroidery.
What: In all, you will learn how to:
a. mix clay to create the colours in your colourway
b. make clay cabochons and clay beads
c. bead embroider each cabochon into a wonderful component
d. incorporate the components into a threesome of gorgeousness, all stitched
together and finished off with a treble bead dangle. Whew!
Hang the whole kit and caboodle on a neck cord, hang the neck cord around – yup, you’ve guessed it, your neck, and circus out! As an added bonus, you will find enough supplies to make a pair of earrings to go with your necklace.
When: The class goes over 2 days: Saturday, September 11th, 2021: 10am (PST) to 12 noon (PST) with an hour's break, and then continues from 1pm (PST) to 3pm (PST). The same timing on Sunday, September 12th, 2021.
Day 1 you learn to make the cabochons and beads. Day 2 we'll put all the pieces together with bead embroidery. Prepare yourself with lots of water and snacks!
Fee: $80.00 (for both days)
Book your place in the class here, then click on the picture:
Once we receive your sign up, you'll receive a link to choose your colourway and purchase your kit.
Kit fee: $70.00 (for both days) plus shipping. The kit includes all instructions as well as everything you need to make the polymer clay cabochons and clay beads, plus beads and materials to embroider and stitch them together. (If you wish to attend the class but do not need the kit, please let us know and we will make the instructions available to you for download in pdf format. The cost of the instructions is $10.00. If we find certain colours go quickly we will endeavor to put more together as some of the choices are limited.)
Experience Level: You do not need prior experience of polymer clay work but it is useful to have previous knowledge of bead embroidery or classic sewing embroidery, as you will be using stitches such as couching and blanket stitch. You will also need to understand basic peyote stitch. If you are a little unsure about circular peyote stitch, I recommend you check out this YouTube video: https://youtu.be/U3DHG98x4gk.
Supplies and Preparation:
The kit contains all the components to make the cabochons and beads, along with the items to incorporate them into a bead embroidered necklace. You will also need the following supplies:
For the polymer clay:
A toaster or conventional oven
Scissors
Needle nosed pliers (round nosed if you have them)
Scotch tape
For the bead embroidery:
Sharp, pointed scissors
Bead mat
This is Zoom so make sure your work area has adequate lighting and a receptive and questioning mind.
For questions, call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email her at: classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
uPCOMING CLASSES TAUGHT BY tERESA sULLIVAN
For now, she is still receiving payment via paypal at beadnutz66@yahoo.com. Include a note about which workshops you wish to purchase when you send payment.
She will send pictures of the kits for those who are interested in them (these have vintage and new beads from my own stash; no two are the same).
As always, feel free to share this with kindred spirits. Happy beading!
Not-So-Flat Peyote Pods Bracelets
Saturday, August 14
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$40
This is the stitch that launched a thousand projects. Increasing and decreasing in a flat piece turns it into an undulating piece. Use in jewelry and sculpture.
Klimt Meets Kente Bracelets
Friday, August 20
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$40, optional $50 kit
This is a wonderful way to improvise with color and texture. The simplicity of the stitch allows you to create widely different styles, whether your inspiration comes from the legendary Kente cloth or Viennese painter Gustav Klimt.
Peyote Pods Bangles
Saturday, August 21 AND Saturday, August 28
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$80
The Pods are back in three dimensions! Make earrings in 3-D as well. This is a sturdy, self-supporting hollowform technique.
Monster Mash
Wednesday, August 25 AND Wednesday, September 1
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$80; I have a limited number of Carmen Miranda kits for $40
Unique increasing and decreasing techniques allow you to create iconic figural heads.
Squash Blossom Bangle/Sea Urchin Pendant
Saturday, September 11 AND Saturday, September 18
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$80, optional $50 kit for the Sea Urchin
Two very different looks with the same technique. Plus, squiggly dangles!
ZigZag Puzzle Beads/Pendants
Sunday, September 12 AND Sunday, September 19
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$80
Beaded beads, pendants, bangle bracelets, made with a unique combination of "fast" and "slow" increasing and decreasing techniques.
Byzantine Bauble
Saturday, September 25 AND Saturday, October 2
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$80 plus optional kit for $25
Regal! This self-supporting, hollowform piece uses increases and decreases that widen and taper uniquely and elegantly.
Rods and Cones
Sundays (sign up any or all of them):
August 8
August 15
August 22
August 29
September 26
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12-3pm CDT, 1-4pm EDT)
$40 per session
We will explore ways to make a variety of shapes---flat discs, shallow bowls, long tapered cones/bells/trumpets---using both peyote stitches and Ndebele/herringbone stitches.
Previous Classes
Whirling Dervishes , intermediate
Wednesday, June 23
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12pm-3pm CDT, 1pm-4pm EDT)
$40, optional $60 kit
I will send images of the Whirling Dervishes kits to those who wish to sign up for it.
Monster Mash, intermediate/advanced, is a full day class, and is happening in two 3-hour sessions:
Saturday, June 26
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12pm-3pm CDT, 1pm-4pm EDT)
AND
Wednesday, June 30
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12pm-3pm CDT, 1pm-4pm EDT)
$80, no kit (both sessions)
ZigZag Puzzle Beads, advanced, also a two 3-hour session workshop:
Saturday, July 10
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12pm-3pm CDT, 1pm-4pm EDT)
AND
Saturday, July 17
10am-1pm PDT (11am-2pm MDT, 12pm-3pm CDT, 1pm-4pm EDT)
$80, no kit (both sessions)
Class Title: Bead Embroidered Circle Earrings
When: Saturday, January 30, 2021
Time: 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $32.00 (pay online)
Teacher: Rose Rushbrooke
Experience Level: Beginning
Rose will teach you the basics of bead embroidery while creating these lovely earrings.
To sign up for this class click on the register button below.
For questions, call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email her at classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
This is a Zoom Meeting Class: It’s easy! It’s fun!
Just go to the Portland Bead Society website on your computer or tablet…
https://www.portlandbeadsociety.org …scroll down a little to find the Zoom
section and then click on the link at the bottom of the Zoom section: Click to go to
Zoom Meeting which will take you to the Zoom site. Follow the prompts you get
and Kasey will admit you to the meeting where you, along with the other students
can watch Rose teach the class using her new cameras and lighting equipment.
Materials needed:
*Bead foundation material such as Lacy's Stiff Stuff or very stiff interfacing, a
strip about 6”x2”
*Backing material such as suede or leather of the same size as foundation
*2 Czech Candy beads with 2 holes, or coin (flat and circular) beads with one hole,
8mm.
*2 matching candy or coin beads, 6mm
*4 colors of seed beads for the circles to compliment or match the focal beads.
Rose used: size 11° Czech #327D (Dark Topaz Color-lined White), 11° Czech Silk
Bronze AB, and 11° Czech Silk Light Gold for the 3 circles and Czech 3-cut 11° in
Purple Iris for the edging, though regular round seed beads will also work.
*Nylon beading thread such as Nymo or One G slightly darker than your beads
*Short length chain
*E6000 glue
*Sharps needles size 10 for embroidery
*Sharps needles size 12 for the skinnier beads around the outside
Basic tools: scissors, awl, chain nippers, pliers,
Class Title: Advanced Sculptural Peyote Cuff
When: Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020
Time: 10:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $30.00
Teacher: Lynn Harris
Experience Level: Peyote stitch knowledge required
Using peyote knowledge, explore and create ‘bridges, fans, and sculptures’ to weave interesting shapes and textures with seed beads. You will use all different sizes and styles of other beads, too. Be ready to take regular peyote stitch to a new 3-dimensional level. Peyote stitch knowledge required.
For questions, call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email her at classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
This will be a ZOOM class:
Before the designated time, you will receive an email with an invitation link to the class. Click on the link about 20 minutes prior to the start of the class to be sure you are ready before the class begins, as there may be a few steps requested by Zoom for you to navigate.
Materials for you to have ready:This is a creative project for which you will have many choices, however you will need seed beads in sizes 11º, 8º, and 6º for specific parts with additional areas for the other styles and shapes of seeds listed below. Note that Lynn’s examples are monochromatic with a variety in finishes and shades, but yours could include a variety of colors as well.
10-15 different sizes, shapes, finishes, etc. of seed beads
(2-3) size 11º
(2) size 8º
(2-3) size 6º
15º, Delica, cube, triangle, hex, etc.
10-15 mixed beads: any size, any shape
Clasp choice: shank button for which you will make a seed bead loop
OR you may make a toggle bar and loop out of seed beads
Plus: Your choice of thread or 6-lb. Fireline
No. 11 or 12 beading needles
Soft measuring tape
Bead mat
Lamp as needed
Cream Basic Netting necklace
Class Title: Netting Necklace
When: Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020
Time: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $30.00 (pay during class by cash or check to Shirley)
Teacher: Shirley Kloss
Experience Level: Beginning
Shirley says, “If you can thread a needle, you’ll be good to go for this class.” You will learn basic netting skills to make the cream necklace. She will discuss other clever ideas shown in the photos using bugle beads, free-form, etc.
Where: 0320 SW Montgomery St., Portland, OR 97201
Travel:
1. Portland streetcar (SW River Pkwy & Moody stop, two block walk).
2. TriMet bus stop at SW Harbor and Montgomery (one block walk).
3. Limited metered parking on street.
4. Public parking lot underneath building, enter on Montgomery St.
Your parking ticket will be validated,
Note!!! Folks driving have been misdirected by their GPS. Instead of entering my above address, enter McCormick & Schmick’s (Harborside at Marina). When you get there, look across Montgomery Street to see a lobby entrance and a parking entrance. Park and meet me at the lobby entrance to enter the (locked) building.
Materials for you to bring: 6# Fireline, size 11º seed beads, No. 10 beading needles, clasp of your choice, scissors for Fireline/Thread Zap. Please bring a bead mat and a lamp.
Questions; call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email at classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
Examples of netting techniques
Flat Chenille Bracelet
1. Class Title: Flat Chenille Bracelet
When: Monday, Jan.27, 2020
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $30.00 (pay by cash, check, or card to Julia)
Teacher: Julia Smith (formerly with Village Beads)
Experience Level: Intermediate
To sign up for this class: call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email at classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
Where: SW Portland area apartment conference room at 0320 SW Montgomery St., Portland, OR 97201
Travel:
1. Portland streetcar (SW River Pkwy & Moody stop, two block walk)
2. TriMet bus stop at SW Harbor and Montgomery (one block walk)
3. Public parking lot underneath building, enter on Montgomery St.
Your ticket will be validated.
4. Limited metered parking on street
Materials for you to bring:
Size 11º seed beads (1 three-inch tube in each of two colors); 3-strand tube clasp (or approx. ¾” wide multi-strand clasp; 6# Fireline; size 10 needles; jump rings; wire guards (optional); beading mat; scissors for Fireline or thread zapper; reading glasses if needed; Please bring a light. (Extension cord will be available.)
Duo Brick Bracelet
2. Class Title: Duo Brick Bracelet
When: Wednesday, Jan.29, 2020
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $30.00 (pay by cash, check, or card to Julia)
Teacher: Julia Smith (formerly with Village Beads)
Experience Level: Beginning and up…
To sign up for this class; call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email at classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
Where: SW Portland area apartment conference room at 0320 SW Montgomery St., Portland, OR 97201
Travel:
1. Portland streetcar (SW River Pkwy & Moody stop, two block walk)
2. TriMet bus stop at SW Harbor and Montgomery (one block walk)
3. Public parking lot underneath building, enter on Montgomery St.
Your ticket will be validated,
4. Limited metered parking on street
Materials for you to bring:
64 Brick beads; 1 nine-gram tube SuperDuo beads; size 11° seed beads; clasp of your choice; 6# Fireline; size 10 needles; 2 jump rings; 2 wire guards; beading mat; scissors for Fireline or thread zapper; reading glasses if needed; Please bring a light. An extension cord will be available.
3. Class Title: Wire-Wrapping Techniques
When: Saturday, Jan.25, 2020
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Fee: $30.00 (pay by cash or check with Lori)
Teacher: Lori Berrevoets
Experience Level: Beginning
You will learn about various wire, and make earrings or charms using the technique of wire-wrapping simple and wrapped loops, as well as shaping your own ear wires. Tools will be available for your use.
To sign up for this class; call Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or email at classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
Where: SW Portland area apartment conference room at 0320 SW Montgomery St., Portland, OR 97201
Travel:
1. Portland streetcar (SW River Pkwy & Moody stop, two block walk)
2. TriMet bus stop at SW Harbor and Montgomery (one block walk)
3. Public parking lot underneath building, enter on Montgomery St.
Your ticket will be validated,
4. Limited metered parking on street
Materials for you to bring: Lori will have a variety of beads and wire for you, though if you have favorite beads you would like to use, feel free to bring them. Bring a bead mat and a lamp.
Victorian Ornament Cover
1. Class Title: Victorian Ornament Cover
When: Monday, December 2nd
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $30.00
Experience Level: Beginner
Teacher: Julia Smith (formerly with Village Beads)
Where: SW Portland area apartment conference room (good lighting, quiet)
0320 SW Montgomery St., Portland, OR 97201
Travel: 1. Portland streetcar (SW River Pkwy & Moody stop, two block walk)
2. TriMet bus stop at SW Harbor and Montgomery (one block walk, bus 96)
3. Public parking lot underneath building
4. Limited metered parking on street
Materials for you to bring:
1 color of size 11° seed beads; coordinating color of size 8° seed beads; 6 mm bugle beads, four 6-8mm beads for dangle drop (crystals, fire polished beads, pearls, etc.); size 10 needles, 6 lb. Fireline beading thread; beading mat, scissors for Fireline, reading glasses if needed
TO SIGN UP for this class, contact Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
Super Square Earrings
2. Class Title: Super Square Earrings
When: Friday December 6th OR Monday, 9th to accommodate the high numbers wanting to take this class
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $30.00
Experience Level: Intermediate
Teacher: Julia Smith (formerly with Village Beads)
Where: SW Portland area apartment conference room (good lighting, quiet)
0320 SW Montgomery St., Portland, OR 97201
Travel: 1. Portland streetcar (SW River Pkwy & Moody stop, two block walk)
2. TriMet bus stop at SW Harbor and Montgomery (one block walk, bus 96)
3. Public parking lot underneath building
4. Limited metered parking on street
Materials for you to bring:
Size 11° Delica beads in one or two colors; (24) Super Duo beads; Size 15° seed beads; (16) Swarovski 3mm bicone crystals; two 8mm or larger accent beads (pearls, drops, etc.); 4 lb. Fireline; size 12 needles ( or Tulip needle size 11); 2 ear wires, 4 small jump rings (optional); 2 head pins (optional); beading mats, scissors for Fireline; reading glasses if needed; Thread Zap
TO SIGN UP for this class, contact Judy West at (831) 238-1592 or classmanagerpbs@gmail.com
