We had a large turn out for Ann Hochman's class "Quintessential Necklace". Many of the students went home with a great finished necklace. I have seen this necklace with just three focal points or just one, showing us that a pattern does not always have to be exactly as it was taught. Thanks to Ann for a great class.

Our next meeting is February 21. Jane Kucks will be teaching the Diamond Weave Bracelet.

Supply list:

Fireline, 6lb test or less
1 needle----two if you are making a beaded toggle for the clasp
54 6mm beads
11/0 seed beads (approximately 500)
15/0 delicas or charlottes (optional - may need for fillers)
Clasp -- bring a clasp if you do not wish to make the beaded toggle
Ruler
Beading mat -- scissors, thread conditioner

Look at the attached pictures to see how Jane mixed the colors. It is nice to weave the outside in one color and add a different color in the beads that cross or lay next to the stones. Make sure you have round 6mm beads. You can go to different shapes once you learn the weave but make it easy on yourself and stick to round for learning.

Tip: When threading a needle with fireline, power pro, monofilament or other dense threads, use your pliers to flatten the end. The thread will spread out like a fan which slips right into the eye of the needle.

Remember if the schools are closed we will not have a meeting. The police have told us that in a rare event they may have to use that room in an emergency so our meeting would be cancelled. Check your e-mail the day of the meeting to make sure you don't have a notice of cancellation.

Six lucky members won the Door Prizes at the last meeting. Next month we will have more books, kits and gift certificates to give away. Remember you have to be there to win so plan on coming to the meeting for a chance at these great prizes.