Fabulous Fall Workshops

Oskadusa workshops offer something for everyone, from
beginners through advanced. Class info and links to larger images
are below. Decide which classes you like and then
view info on
how to register!

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BEDAZZLING RUFFLED CUFF
Donna Palmer
Undulating waves of beads encircle a stand-up network of ruffles, creating
a gorgeous rippled bracelet. Beaded netting forms the lacy foundation for a
wide dimensional cuff.


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CRAZY QUILT BRACELET
Lana Johns
The Brickstitch technique
is perfect for fashioning
free-form sculptural
pieces. You'll use it here
with hexes, freshwater
pearls and crystals,
stitched together to create
a textural and beautiful art-
to-wear bracelet.


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KNITTING 101
Lana Johns
Learn the basics of knit and
perle and be part of the
great new knitting revival.
Make your own scarves,
purses, jewelry and more
with Lana’s easy tips.

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MAKE A NECKLACE
Donna Palmer
Come learn the fun,
fascinating and meditative
art of bead stringing.
Revive an old necklace or
make a brand new one
from our selection of
contemporary and vintage
beads and pearls. String

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NEEDLEWOVEN COLLECTOR’S BRACELET
Lana Johns
The simple art of needle weaving is used to fashion an outstanding
bracelet from a mélange of your favorite beads, pearls and
components. Special looped borders add flair and elegance.


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NEW BOHEMIA EARRINGS
Sarah Mayne
Wire wrapped sterling chain and
round Swarovski crystals form a
splendid pair of chandelier earrings.
For beginners and advanced alike to
spark up any earring collection.


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RINGS, RINGS, RINGS
Sarah Mayne
Iridescent crystals and sparkling seed beads make up the
cutest, most fun finger rings. You’ll learn three different
and exciting styles to wear together or alone.

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RINGS OF FIRE LARIAT
Donna Palmer
Sling on a long, sleek rope
of beads, herringbone
stitched and finished with
wonderfully organic beaded
fringe. Tied, knotted or
double wrapped, this
gorgeous lariat will be a
favorite accessory.


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SOFT SPIRIT NECKLACE
Lana Johns
Anyone – beginner to experienced – can
make this wonderful crocheted wire
necklace, with its lovely looped and
freeform strands. Tiny freshwater pearls,
shiny, matte and iridescent 11o’s add to
the encrusted wire elegance, all held
together with sterling cones and toggles.


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WRAP IT UP
Lana Johns
Secure beads, pearls,
drops or charms are
yours with this simple
wire-wrap technique.
Lana will show you how
to wrap with any small
gauge wire for
necklaces, bracelets or
dangling earrings.


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HOLLOW BEADED BEADS - NEW!
Donna Palmer
Come learn the secrets of a pro!
Donna will impart the techniques
behind her own signature beads:
Sputnik, Spiker, Stag, and a
surprise bead that Donna will
announce in class.


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Current Class Schedule

Sat. 2/9 Soft Spirit, Lana, 11-4, $38
Fri. 2/15 Wrap it Up, Lana, 10:30-1:30, $30
Sat. 2/16 Crystal Ball Pendant, Eiko Sakaki, 1-4, $40
Sun. 2/17 Make a Necklace, Lana, 12-3, $30
Fri. 2/22 Triple Mini-Tube, Lana, 10:30-3:30, $38
Sat, 2/23 Bi-color Ball Earrings or Four Petal Flower Pendant (student's choice), Eiko Sakaki, 1-3:30, $35
Sun. 2/24 Knotty, Knotty; Lana, 12-3, $30



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on bead cord, silk or Soft Flex, and finish your necklace like a pro
with bead tips, crimps, and clasps.

 

PAINT, STAMP, SHRINK,
EMBOSS
Lana Johns
This workshop is a grab bag of
paper arts techniques and
materials. You’ll use Lumieres
and other glittering paints,
embossing powders and heat
to raise three-dimensional
images, and rubber stamps and
shrink plastic that can turn
images into icons. Roll up your
sleeves and get ready for
messy fun.

  

PEYOTE BLOOMS BRACELET
Lana Johns
Capture the feeling of spring in a blooming bracelet! Use Delicas in a
Peyote stitch base to form flower petals and stamens. Bring your garden
to life with leaf-shaped Delica fringe.

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SIMPLE JEWELRY FOR BEGINNERS
Lana Johns
Just starting out? Here’s a workshop to
get you going on your own easy to bead
accessories. New beaders will be making
beautiful earrings and bracelets in no time
at all. Learn to fashion basic beaded
jewelry with a few simple tools.


TRIANGLE TAPESTRY BRACELET
Lana Johns
Weave a sinuous bracelet entirely of triangle seed
beads in Square Stitch. Make it narrow or wide, in
matte, iridescent, or sparkling colored glass.


TRIPLE MINI-TUBE BRACELET
Lana Johns
Little Peyote-stitched tubes are connected in rows of three, with sterling
spacers and crystals to form a beautiful, tailored bracelet. Expanding the
form makes an equally beautiful choker.


ZIG ZAG CHOKER  - NEW!
Sarah Mayne
It’s getting cool in here. Needle-stitched seed beads
and Swarovski crystals connected to a leather or
suede cord look a bit glam and a bit sophisticated.
Wear it as a choker or a multi-wrapped bracelet.


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Saturday
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