Saturday February 20, 2010
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
It's a "Bring Your Own Project" Meeting.
Bring a beading project that you're currently working on or need assistance with and come bead with the group. We had a lovely "bring your own project" meeting in January and look forward to doing the same for February.
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Saturday, November 07, 2009
November 14th Meeting
Saturday November 14th, 2009
Time 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Our class for this meeting will be a Beaded Rivoli Pendant captured inside of a peyote stitch bezel.

Supplies needed:
1201 14mm Rivoli
Size 11 Delicas beads
Size 15 seed beads in two contrasting colors
For more of a sparkle use size 15 one-cut metal seed beads in silver or gold as a contrasting color.
Size 12 beading needle
Nymo thread or Fireline 6lb preferred.
Cost of the class will be $10.
Limited kits will be available for $12.00 to $15.00 depending on the type of beads used.
Necklace chains will not be included in the kit.
Please contact Beverly at bh121@cox.net if you plan to attend and will need a kit.
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Time 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Our class for this meeting will be a Beaded Rivoli Pendant captured inside of a peyote stitch bezel.

Supplies needed:
1201 14mm Rivoli
Size 11 Delicas beads
Size 15 seed beads in two contrasting colors
For more of a sparkle use size 15 one-cut metal seed beads in silver or gold as a contrasting color.
Size 12 beading needle
Nymo thread or Fireline 6lb preferred.
Cost of the class will be $10.
Limited kits will be available for $12.00 to $15.00 depending on the type of beads used.
Necklace chains will not be included in the kit.
Please contact Beverly at bh121@cox.net if you plan to attend and will need a kit.
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Sunday, October 04, 2009
October 10th Class
Saturday October 10th, 2009
Time 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)

Metal Etching Class
The class size is limited due to the time it takes for the etching process and the quantity of pieces to be etched.
All the spaces have been reserved for this class.
The cost of the class is $45.00 per person.
Supplies are included in the cost of the class.
Each person will get 4 different sizes of Vintaj Brass to etch.
1-34mm circle
1-25mm circle
1-32 x 18mm Retangle
1-22 x 13 retangle or 1-20mm square (which ever one got put in the package)
1-retangle piece of copper.

The supplies and materials need to etch, stamp and patina the metal will be provided.
Those who attend are encouraged to bring any rubber stamps they have to use or share. Smaller stamps or stamps with patterns and leaves work best.
The class size is limited due to the time it takes for the etching process and the quantity of pieces to etch. The process and materials used for etching will be discussed. Demonstration will include how to use a dappling block to dome a circle. How to stamp letters on the metal and how to achieve different effects with patina.
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Beverly
Time 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)

Metal Etching Class
The class size is limited due to the time it takes for the etching process and the quantity of pieces to be etched.
All the spaces have been reserved for this class.
The cost of the class is $45.00 per person.
Supplies are included in the cost of the class.
Each person will get 4 different sizes of Vintaj Brass to etch.
1-34mm circle
1-25mm circle
1-32 x 18mm Retangle
1-22 x 13 retangle or 1-20mm square (which ever one got put in the package)
1-retangle piece of copper.

The supplies and materials need to etch, stamp and patina the metal will be provided.
Those who attend are encouraged to bring any rubber stamps they have to use or share. Smaller stamps or stamps with patterns and leaves work best.
The class size is limited due to the time it takes for the etching process and the quantity of pieces to etch. The process and materials used for etching will be discussed. Demonstration will include how to use a dappling block to dome a circle. How to stamp letters on the metal and how to achieve different effects with patina.
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Beverly
Thursday, September 10, 2009
September 19th Meeting
Please note our meeting time for September has changed.
For this month only.
Saturday September 19th, 2009
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Our class for this meeting will be the St. Peterburg chain and a double St. Peterburg chain.

The class project will be a double St. Peterburg bracelet with 3 crystal accents.

Supplies needed.
2 colors of size 11 seed beads
(1 light color-1 dark color).
1 dark color of size 8 seeds
to match one the dark size 11 seed beads.
3-4mm crystals.
1 toggle clasp.
Size 12 beading needle.
Fireline or Nymo beading thread.
Cost of the class will be $10. This will include instructions on how to create both the St. Peterburg chain and the pattern to make the double St. Peterburg bracelet
Limited kits will be available for $10.00
Please contact Beverly at bh121@cox.net if you plan to attend.
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
For this month only.
Saturday September 19th, 2009
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Our class for this meeting will be the St. Peterburg chain and a double St. Peterburg chain.

The class project will be a double St. Peterburg bracelet with 3 crystal accents.

Supplies needed.
2 colors of size 11 seed beads
(1 light color-1 dark color).
1 dark color of size 8 seeds
to match one the dark size 11 seed beads.
3-4mm crystals.
1 toggle clasp.
Size 12 beading needle.
Fireline or Nymo beading thread.
Cost of the class will be $10. This will include instructions on how to create both the St. Peterburg chain and the pattern to make the double St. Peterburg bracelet
Limited kits will be available for $10.00
Please contact Beverly at bh121@cox.net if you plan to attend.
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Saturday July 11th, 2009
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
At our next meeting we will create a name tag using freeform peyote taught by Beverly Herman. We will discuss different option for turning your name tag into a pin or making it into a necklace.

Supply List:
Bring your own Beads
An assortment of beads ranging from seed beads 11/0’s, 8/0's, triangle beads, cube beads, flat square beads, small pearls, 4mm crystals or any kind of accent beads. Option: Select beads in the same color in different shapes. Pick contrasting colors to go with them.
Aleene’s 7800 craft glue or E6000 glue.
Small piece of Ultra Suede or felt for the backing.
Small hole punch to attach a necklace strap or pin back for a pin.
Cost of the class will be $12.00 which will include instructions and a name tag.
Please contact Beverly Herman at bh121@cox.net and let me know how you would like your name to appear on the name tag.
(example: Beverly or Beverly Herman)
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
At our next meeting we will create a name tag using freeform peyote taught by Beverly Herman. We will discuss different option for turning your name tag into a pin or making it into a necklace.

Supply List:
Bring your own Beads
An assortment of beads ranging from seed beads 11/0’s, 8/0's, triangle beads, cube beads, flat square beads, small pearls, 4mm crystals or any kind of accent beads. Option: Select beads in the same color in different shapes. Pick contrasting colors to go with them.
Aleene’s 7800 craft glue or E6000 glue.
Small piece of Ultra Suede or felt for the backing.
Small hole punch to attach a necklace strap or pin back for a pin.
Cost of the class will be $12.00 which will include instructions and a name tag.
Please contact Beverly Herman at bh121@cox.net and let me know how you would like your name to appear on the name tag.
(example: Beverly or Beverly Herman)
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Saturday, June 06, 2009
June 13th Meeting
Saturday June 13th, 2009
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Our class this meeting will be the Hugs & Kisses bracelet, taught by Ilaine Hartman.
SUPPLY LIST:
4mm Bi Cones - About 91-100
#15 Seed beads or Delicas
or
6mm Fire Polish - About 56-60
#11 Seed beads or Delicas
or
6/7mm Round Stones - About 48-55
#11 Seed Beads or Delicas
Toggle, Lobster or Button Clasp
Nymo D or Fireline #6
Beading Needles
*** NO KITS WILL BE AVAILABLE *** PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SUPPLIES ***
Cost of the class will be $10.00.
If you have any questions please contact Ilaine at sewhartman@aol.com
Supplies can purchased at Gary's crafts
3109 18th St Metairie, LA 70002
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Our class this meeting will be the Hugs & Kisses bracelet, taught by Ilaine Hartman.
SUPPLY LIST:
4mm Bi Cones - About 91-100
#15 Seed beads or Delicas
or
6mm Fire Polish - About 56-60
#11 Seed beads or Delicas
or
6/7mm Round Stones - About 48-55
#11 Seed Beads or Delicas
Toggle, Lobster or Button Clasp
Nymo D or Fireline #6
Beading Needles
*** NO KITS WILL BE AVAILABLE *** PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SUPPLIES ***
Cost of the class will be $10.00.
If you have any questions please contact Ilaine at sewhartman@aol.com
Supplies can purchased at Gary's crafts
3109 18th St Metairie, LA 70002
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Saturday May 9th, 2009
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Bead a Geometric-Star (with permission by Jean Power)
Our class this month will be demonstrated by Beverly Herman

You will need to purchase the pattern from Jean Power.
Click on the link below. The cost is converted from BP to USA dollars by paypal bringing the total to $7.40.
You will receive a link via email to download the PDF file to print. (22 pages) These instructions include 6 star patterns and designs.
http://www.jeanpower.com/details/geometric-stars/
I will demonstrate how to sew a star together and assemble them into a necklace using jump rings and chain.
I used the following colors.
Delica 11/0
DB277 Purplish Blue OPL
DB794 Rusty Brown OP S-MA
DB872 Bright Orange OPR MA
DB166 Dark Aqua OPR
DB22L Light Bronze M
The delicas can be purchase from Bello Modo which offers free shipping.
http://www.bellomodo.com
You will also need
Size 12 beading needle
Fireline or Nymo thread.
Other supplies needed.
16" to 18" inches of necklace chain
4-6mm 22 gauge jump rings
One small toggle clasp to match the chain.
Cost of the class will be $10.00.
No Kits will be available.
No class hand-0uts.
You must purchase the pattern from Jean Power.
If you have any questions please contact Beverly at bh121@cox.net
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
Time 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Westside Credit 1619 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062
Location: (located between W. Metairie and Airline Hwy)
Bead a Geometric-Star (with permission by Jean Power)
Our class this month will be demonstrated by Beverly Herman

You will need to purchase the pattern from Jean Power.
Click on the link below. The cost is converted from BP to USA dollars by paypal bringing the total to $7.40.
You will receive a link via email to download the PDF file to print. (22 pages) These instructions include 6 star patterns and designs.
http://www.jeanpower.com/details/geometric-stars/
I will demonstrate how to sew a star together and assemble them into a necklace using jump rings and chain.
I used the following colors.
Delica 11/0
DB277 Purplish Blue OPL
DB794 Rusty Brown OP S-MA
DB872 Bright Orange OPR MA
DB166 Dark Aqua OPR
DB22L Light Bronze M
The delicas can be purchase from Bello Modo which offers free shipping.
http://www.bellomodo.com
You will also need
Size 12 beading needle
Fireline or Nymo thread.
Other supplies needed.
16" to 18" inches of necklace chain
4-6mm 22 gauge jump rings
One small toggle clasp to match the chain.
Cost of the class will be $10.00.
No Kits will be available.
No class hand-0uts.
You must purchase the pattern from Jean Power.
If you have any questions please contact Beverly at bh121@cox.net
Bring a snack to share if you so desire.
Hope to see you there!
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