CLASS DETAILS for Montreal August 15-17 2008
All classes will be in the classrooms which are accessible from inside the show exhibit area at the Place Bonaventure Room 200 North, 800 De La Gauchetière Street West, Montréal Québec, unless otherwise advised below or before class start.
For registration, click on this link: REGISTER. Registration will be accepted on-line, by phone, mail or fax until each class fills.
There are two different fees associated with each class: class fees and kit fees. Class fees are the charge for taking the class and must be paid at registration time to reserve your seat in the class. Kit fees are the cost of non-optional materials that are required in order to participate in the course; kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
Note: GST and QST are payable on all fees. If paying by cheque, please include GST (5%) and QST (7.5% applied to fees plus GST).
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Mobius Balls N Beads Bracelet (Wirework)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $69
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: B
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner to All Levels
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Description:
Create a lovely, flat, open-work bracelet from a heavy gauge of sterling silver. Complete with a unique toggle. An easy introduction to chainmail jewellery.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. All tools will be supplied by instructor for the class.
Kit Fee: $69. Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling silver jump rings in 2 sizes for up to 9” bracelet, sterling toggle clasp, and anti-tarnish tabs.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor - www.marilyngardiner.com
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Ruffled Loop Bracelet
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $37
Instructor: Roxann Blazetich-Ozols
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: A
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
Create a unique chunky bracelet by embellishing a ladder stitch base with a variety of interesting beads. This is an excellent technique to use your ‘orphan’ beads from other projects.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own bead tray/mat, small scissors, round-nosed and flat-nosed pliers.
Kit Fee: $37. The class kit includes illustrated instructions, needles, thread, findings and your choice of bead colours.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Wirework Necklace
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Class Fee: $35 plus Kit Fee: $10
Instructor: Sandra-Misie Loukil
Instructor is bilingual.
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 1:00pm - 13:00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Room: C
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Intermediate
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Description:
Wirewrapped necklace using copper wire.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students must bring their own round nose and flat nose pliers and wire cutters, plus can bring eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed.
Kit Fee: $10. Includes beads, 24 gauge copper wire.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Beaded Lace Bracelet (Wirework)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $89
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: B
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Intermediate
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Description:
Exceptional! This lacy & feminine sterling bracelet is embellished with Swarovski crystals. You will weave two strips of chain, link them together, and then use beading wire to add crystals down the middle.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. All tools will be supplied by instructor for the class.
Kit fee: $89. Kit includes: printed & illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling silver jump rings in 1 size for up to 9” bracelet, sterling slider/tube clasp, Softflex wire & sterling crimps. Crystals are optional extra. Add $9 for 40 Swarovski® 5 mm bicone crystals.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor - www.marilyngardiner.com
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Wonderful Wired Necklace (Wire Knitting with Beads)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $25
Instructor: Flo Flory
Instructor is bilingual.
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: C
Max Class Size: 11-15
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner Who Knows How to Knit
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Description:
A satisfying way to try wire knitting with a minimum of effort.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own 8M knitting needles, 150 beads / crystals / semi-precious stones / pearls (must slide on 26 gauge wire), bead tray/mat. 10% discount from Blue Sapphire Bead Boutique with proof of registration for this class.
Kit Fee: $25. Includes wire and instructions.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Silver Wire Twist Necklace
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Class Fee: $35 plus Kit Fee: $50
Instructor: Diane Reda
Instructor is bilingual
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Room: A
Max Class Size: 10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner and up
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Description:
Come and learn how to twist Swarovski crystals and pearls as well as Czech beads on a silver wire and attach them to a Sterling Silver chain.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, and additional task light(s) as needed. Tools and bead boards will be provided by the instructor for the duration of the class.
Kit Fee: $50. Kit includes all materials needed as well as step-by-step instructions.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor
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Wire Bead Crochet Earrings
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Class Fee: $35 plus Kit Fee: $26.50
Instructor: Roxann Blazetich-Ozols
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Friday August 15, 2008
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Duration: 2 hours
Room: D
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
Here is a way to try wire bead crochet with minimum effort and maximum satisfaction: a pair of multi-strand earrings with your choice of wire and Japanese drop beads. No previous crochet experience is necessary.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own bead mat, round and bent nose pliers, and wire cutters.
Kit Fee: $26.50. The class kit includes illustrated instructions, beads, a spool of non-tarnish wire, crochet hook, and findings.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Charming Byzantine Bracelet (Wirework)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $67
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: B
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner to All Levels
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Description:
Use sterling silver jump rings to create a wonderful bracelet designed especially for adding charms. Learn the classic Byzantine chain mail weave, a weave with many possible variations.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. All tools will be supplied by instructor for the class.
Kit Fee: $67. Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, sterling silver jump rings in 3 sizes for up to 9” bracelet, sterling toggle clasp, and anti-tarnish tabs.
Sterling heart charms are extra: $2.40ea; $20/10
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor - www.marilyngardiner.com
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Pearl Spiral Stitch Bracelet
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $42
Instructor: Roxann Blazetich-Ozols
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: A
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
Try this different way to do a spiral stitch and create a luxurious tri coloured pearl bracelet.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own bead tray/mat, small scissors, round-nosed and flat-nosed pliers.
Kit Fee: $42. The class kit includes all the necessary materials including illustrated instructions, beads, needles, thread, a choice of pearl colour combinations, clasp and findings.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Memory Wire Bracelet
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $10
Instructor: Sandra-Misie Loukil
Instructor is bilingual.
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: C
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Intermediate
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Description:
Beadstringing on memory wire and looping with eyepins to create a bracelet.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students must bring their own round nose and flat nose pliers and memory wire cutters, plus can bring eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed.
Kit Fee: $10. Includes eyepins, beads, memory wire.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Right-Angle Weave Square Ring
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Class Fee: $35 plus Kit Fee: $10 - $40
Instructor: Laure Falcou
Instructor is bilingual.
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Room: D
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
A right-angle weave (RAW) ring easy to make. Once you learn it, the color combinations you choose to use are limitless. Then you will be also able to create pendant with the same technique (we will not have time to do it during the class but the principle is the same).
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students can bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed.
Kit Fee: $10-$40. Includes all materials needed: beading thread, and either fire polished and bicone beads ($10) or Swarovski® ($40).
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Barrel Weave Bracelet (Wirework)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $69
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: B
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner to All Levels
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Description:
Create a lovely, delicate, open-work bracelet from a heavy gauge of sterling silver; and finish it with a special toggle. An easy introduction to chainmail jewellery.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. All tools will be supplied by instructor for the class.
Kit Fee: $69. Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling silver jump rings for up to 9” bracelet, and a quality sterling toggle clasp.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor - www.marilyngardiner.com
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Tips and Tricks on How to Design Jewelry with Style
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No photo since each participant will create a unique piece of jewelry.
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $75
Instructor: Diane Reda
Instructor is bilingual
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: A
Max Class Size: 10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner and up
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Description:
Discover tips and tricks on how to design jewelry with style and choose from an array of beads and findings to create a unique piece of jewelry.
When designing a piece of jewelry, combining colors is one of the most difficult aspects to understand. Diane will show you different ways to pick original colour schemes and will give you tips and tricks on how to coordinate colors with style.
You will learn how to mix and match beads in different sizes, shapes and tones and you will then choose from an array of beads and findings to create a unique necklace.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, and additional task light(s) as needed. Tools and bead boards will be provided by the instructor for the duration of the class.
Kit Fee: $75. Kit includes all materials needed as well as instructions on how to design jewelry.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor
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Multi Strand Wire Crochet Necklace
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $85 - $95
Instructor: Roxann Blazetich-Ozols
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: C
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
Stretch your crochet skills to include wire and pearls or gemstones to create this stunning necklace. Similar pieces, with fewer strands, have been sold at one of a kind craft shows for $150. Now you can discover how to design your own. No previous crochet experience is necessary.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own bead mat, measuring tape, round and bent nose pliers, and wire cutters.
Kit Fee: $85 to $95. The class kit includes illustrated instructions, crochet hooks, 2 spools of non-tarnish wire, pearls or gemstones, gold or silver clasp and findings.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Japanese Origami Bracelet (Wirework)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $69
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Sunday August 17, 2008
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: B
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner to All Levels
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Description:
Create a lovely, flat, open-work bracelet from a heavy gauge of sterling silver. Complete with a unique toggle. An easy introduction to chainmail jewellery.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. All tools will be supplied by instructor for the class.
Kit Fee: $69. Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, sterling silver jump rings in 2 sizes for up to 9” bracelet, sterling toggle clasp, and anti-tarnish tabs.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor - www.marilyngardiner.com
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Braided Gemstone Bracelet
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $63
Instructor: Roxann Blazetich-Ozols
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Sunday August 17, 2008
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: A
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Intermediate
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Description:
Knot your way to elegance with this 3 strand braided gemstone bracelet. Previous gemstone knotting experience is recommended to finish this project during class time.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own bead tray/mat, small scissors, round-nosed and flat-nosed pliers.
Kit Fee: $63. The class kit will be available in a choice of gemstones with all the necessary beads, silk thread, illustrated instructions, silver bead cones, clasp, and findings.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Beaded Tie (Bead Knitting)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $30
Instructor: Flo Flory
Instructor is bilingual.
Date: Sunday August 17, 2008
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: C
Max Class Size: 11-15
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner Who Knows How to Knit
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A beautiful, fluid neck wrap with a wonderful soft feel. A must have for your wardrobe or a great gift for any age.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed.
Kit Fee: $30. Includes knitting needles, beads, yarn and instructions.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Constellation of Beads (Necklace)
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Class Fee: $35 plus Kit Fee: $15
Instructor: Laure Falcou
Instructor is bilingual.
Date: Sunday August 17, 2008
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Room: D
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
An introduction on how to use crimp beads to stop beads on thread. It is an elegant necklace and not hard to make. To be completed in class, the necklace will have maximum 3 rows.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students can bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed.
Kit Fee: $15. Includes all materials needed: glass beads, tigertail, crimp beads, clasp.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Tubular Bead Crochet Bracelet
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $48
Instructor: Roxann Blazetich-Ozols
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Sunday August 17, 2008
Time: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: A
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner
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Description:
Expand your crochet skills by making a tubular bead bracelet! With jewellery construction techniques that will be presented in class, you will create your own unique bracelet.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. Students must bring their own bead tray/mat, small scissors, round-nosed and flat-nosed pliers.
Kit Fee: $48. The class kit includes illustrated instructions, crochet hook, needles, pre-strung beads on fibre, silver bead caps, clasp and findings.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
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Chinese Knot Necklace (Wirework)
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Class Fee: $45 plus Kit Fee: $72
Instructor: Marilyn Gardiner
English-speaking instructor accompanied by a bilingual teaching assistant.
Date: Sunday August 17, 2008
Time: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Duration: 3 hours
Room: B
Max Class Size: 6-10
Skill level prerequisite: Beginner to All Levels
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This is a delicate, yet elegant, 17 inch necklace. Silver knots are linked together to make an outstanding chain.
NOTE: Classrooms are equipped with task lights; students should bring their own eyeglasses, magnifiers, personal tools or additional task light(s) as needed. All tools will be supplied by instructor for the class.
Kit Fee: $72. Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions; Argentium™ sterling silver jump rings and sterling toggle clasp. Makes a 17” necklace.
Bonus: Instructions for matching earrings.
Kit fees are payable directly to the instructor on class day at start of class.
About the instructor - www.marilyngardiner.com
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