stephanie dixon, a seasoned bead artist specializing in wire techniques, is one of two Canadian Create Your Style with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS ambassadors and member of the Toronto Bead Society. www.thedixonchick.blogspot.com
313c6 – Fundamentals in Wirework (25) All Levels
In this jampacked class you’ll create six different pieces incorporating SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and a gemstone cabochon. The emphasis on technical development, tools and including beads in wire designs to master basic wirework skills. Make basic loops and spirals for earrings, wrapped loops using chain and jump rings for bracelets, clasps from heavy gauge wire, wire-wrap cabochons for pendants and coils for necklaces.
6 Hour Workshop – Wed 12:30 to 7:00
314c3 – Crystal Crochet Cuff (25) All Levels
Create this hot-off-the runway look cuff bracelet in a colour way that you can wear 365 days of the year! Learn the technique of crocheting with wire incorporating over 250 SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS. You won’t believe you made it! Pre-requisite: Able to crochet a swatch of the single crochet stitch.
3 Hour Workshop – Thu 1:00 to 4:00
315c3 – Crystal Clay Quartet (25) All Levels
Create these romantic bracelet, pendant, ring and earrings that evoke the subtle style of Victorian times using Swarovski Foiled Rivolis and Chatons imbedded in the aptly named Crystal Clay. Shades of violet, tanzanite and amethyst burst forth provocatively from metal noir settings. Learn how to open and close jump rings, connect bead frames to toggle clasps, recreate pavé settings and properly glue rivolis.
3 Hour Workshop – Fri 1:00 to 4:00
Join Create Your Style with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS ambassadors, Laura Timmons and Stephanie Dixon for an evening of twinkling fun!
305c3 – Starry, Starry Night (50) All Levels
Learn the crochet wire technique from two industry experts as you create this stunning necklace while playing with some very unique SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, traditionally not found in jewellery designs. Work with Swarovski Cupchains, Chaton bandings and over 35 of the latest innovations and colours. This technique will not only sparkle your imagination but also embellish your creativity!
3 Hour Workshop – Thu 5:00 to 8:00
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