Jamie north joins us for the first time from Calgary, AB and is 1 of just 3 Canadian CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Ambassadors. She has had pieces published in Bead & Button, Bead Style, Beadwork, Bead Design Studio, Stringing, Step-by-Step Beads, Creative Jewelry and Crystal Jewelry Inspiration. www.GlitznKitz.com
Painted Attic Windows (30) Intermediate
Slap on gloves and play with patina paints – what could be more fun! Colour, relief and manipulate natural brass stamping to ‘cage’ sparkling Swarovski Rivoli Stones, then connect it all together in this fabulous bracelet. Embellishing is an extra personalized touch and, if you wire wrap, you’ll be able to add sparkling dangles. Bring: Nylon jawed, round & 2 chain nose pliers. Kit $5. Additional supplies donated by: Vintaj Natural Brass.
3 Hour Workshop.
Pearl Hugs (30) Intermediate
Give those beloved Swarovski Pearls a little hug of seed beads using the ancient Japanese art of weaving called Kumihimo. Create classic elegance with a twist and lots of stunning texture in this gorgeous bracelet. Personalize your piece as you wire wrap and add dangles to your heart’s content! Colour may vary. Pre-requisite: Kumihimo & wire wrapping experience. Additional materials donated by: Dazzle It. Bring: 1 round & 2 chain nose pliers and wire cutter.
3 Hour Workshop.
Crystal Bubble Cuff (25) Beginner
Manipulate Para Wire and create your freeform, one-of-a-kind cuff. Celebrate the nuances of colour and embellish as much or as little as you like with stunning SWAROVSKI ELELMENTS in various shapes and sizes. This one’s totally unique and can never be duplicated – a real stunner! Bring: Round and chain nose pliers & wire cutter. Kit $5
3 Hour Workshop.
Class registration will begin in late July 2013. Watch for updates here on our blog for when brochure details become available and registration begins. www.creativfestival.ca