Bead Society of Cape Cod - RAW Necklace, February 20th

We will be doing a RAW ( right angle weave) necklace approximately 16-17" but is easily adjustable. It is not too difficult but you might want to check out a video for basic RAW if you've been away from it for a while.

The picture will show it in 11os with top-drilled pearls and 8o accent bead. It is equally handsome using 8os for the basic chain sections, the same size pearl, and a 3.4mm drop for the accent.

Supply list:
(Smaller version)
11o seed beads 4-5 grams ( 1/2 of a 2 1/2 " tube
Top drilled pearls. MIne measure about 1/2 " long. I used 27.
8o accent beads. approximately 27.
Fireline 6#
Size 12 needle if using pearls
Purchased clasp unless you want to do a beaded one.

(Larger version)
8o seed beads, 1 2 1/2 tube just to be sure)
Top drilled pearls as above.
3.4 mm drops, or 3-4mm round crystals. Something a little larger than the 8o
Fireline ^3 or 8# if you can fit it through your pearls
Needle to fit
Clasp

NOTES:
You could substitute top-drilled stone beads for the pearls, or any kind of drop or dagger, or leaf bead. Be creative! Just try to keep the size ratio similar.

Bead Society Meeting - Musical Tables
January 16th - Cape Cod Cultural Center
Social hour 6:30 - Meeting begins 7:00

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Welcome back! This month's activity is Musical Tables.

Feeling a little hesitant about squishing those crimps? Are you all thumbs when it comes to making that wire loop for your earring wire?

All of us have some little hang-ups when it comes to finishing some of our beaded jewelry. This month’s program hopefully will lessen some of those fears, and entertain you at the same time.

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We will have 3 Demo tables set up. Each table will host 1/3 of the membership at a time. Each table host will demonstrate and answer questions for a 20 min session. At the end of each 20 min, the group will change tables. The topics are:

Crimping
Wire work
Pearl and Thread Knotting

It is not intended to be a hands-on workshop, although you will have some time to work on a project after the 20 min sessions are over.

If you haven’t yet worked up your earring kit from the Xmas party, now would be a good time.

While no supplies are needed; you may want to bring your reading or close-up glasses so you can inspect the samples in the demonstrations.

Come, have fun, and go home with renewed confidence in your finishing skills.

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Bead Society Membership is currently closed and we are not accepting drop-in guests at this time. Meetings involve the sharing of techniques requiring close attention and we try to provide a quality teaching and learning experience and unfortunately we must limit the number of members.

We hope to open membership in the future. Thank you for your understanding.

Bead Society Meeting - Chan Luu Style Wrap Bracelet

Bead Society Meeting - Chan Luu Style Wrap Bracelet
October 17th - Cape Cod Cultural Center
Social hour 6:30 - Meeting begins 7:00

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This is a single wrap bracelet. It can be made in 2 or 3 wraps just by lengthening the leather cord and doubling or tripling the number of beads.

Your bead choice is unlimited, and the quantity will depend on how you string them. For the basic tile bead bracelet in the sample, I used 21-23 beads to make a 7 ½” bracelet.

Materials List:
24” round leather cord in 1mm, 1.5mm or 2mm ( Add approximately 16” for each additional wrap)

Thread to match your cord. C-lon or similar type size D is recommended. You must be able to fit 3 threads through your bead. Jean style sewing thread works, and Fireline should be your last choice.

A button that will attach to the beginning of your bracelet ( Shank or one with holes large enough to pass the leather cord through.

Beads. I will demonstrate with glass tile beads. Pearl and stone beads look well, but their holes are smaller. You can use size 8o and 6o seed beads or spacers in multiples as well. Be creative!

A big eye needle is helpful. You may also stiffen the ends of your thread if the doubled thread in the needle doesn’t work.

Please contact Kathy Taylor if you have any questions about the project.

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The Bead Affaire
Saturday, October 19, 2019
10 am to 5 pm
The Armenian Cultural Center
47 Nichols Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
https://www.beadesignerintl.org/the-bead-affaire/


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If you have not previously attended a meeting or have not attended one in a very long while, please make sure to respond so we know you're coming.