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The Joie de Beads classes are taught at the Falls Church Community Center, in Falls Church, Virginia.  The new class schedule for the Winter/Spring term will be out soon.  Check the website below for more information about how to register.

http://www.fallschurchva.gov/community/recsandparks/index.html


Basic Beading For Beginners    13 & up                      
Learn the basic techniques for making your own unique jewelry. Using simple tools and quality materials, you will string and finish your own beaded necklace, bracelet, and matching earrings. At the beginning of class, you will have an opportunity to choose from a selection of semi-precious gemstone beads, art glass beads, crystal beads, freshwater pearls, and sterling silver components to create a set that is just right for you! Tools and beading boards will be provided for use during class, and are available for purchase at the end of class. View samples or contact the instructor with questions at www.joiedebeads.com.
Instructor: Cathy Soltys
Location: Teen Center
Activity #          Date                 Time                Fees
250131-A           Thu: Feb. 19       7-9:30pm          R: $45 / NR: $55


More Beading Techniques    13 & up                           
Building on the techniques learned in Basic Beading, you will learn how to work with materials such as leather cord, organza ribbon, and simple wire wrapping techniques. You will make a simple pendant and cord combination, as well as a festive multi-strand bracelet with dangling beads, and earrings, using the same components listed in the Basic Beading class description. You will have an opportunity to choose some of your beads at the beginning of class. Projects not finished in class can be completed at home. Please bring any tools that you have. However, tools and beading boards will be available for use during class, and may be purchased at the end of class. View samples or contact the instructor with questions at www.joiedebeads.com.
Instructor: Cathy Soltys
Location: Teen Center
Activity #          Date                  Time               Fees
250130-A          Thu: March 19       7-9:30pm         R: $45 / NR: $55


Create Your Own Illusion    13 & up
Love the look of pearls floating around your neck? Make a stunning 3-strand illusion necklace, using freshwater pearls and semi-precious gemstones strung on clear nylon. You will choose your own components at the beginning of class, to create a look that is uniquely yours. Please bring any tools that you have. However, tools and beading boards will be available for use during class, and may be purchased at the end of class.
Instructor: Cathy Soltys
Location: Teen Center
Activity #          Date                 Time               Fees
250128-A            Thu: April 16      7-9:30pm         R: $45 / NR: $55

 

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