Newsletter for Beads While Driving – June 2023
Newsletter for Beads While Driving – June 2023
The 95MPH
Beaders Club...
The signs of summer are here and I hope you are enjoying your beading as much as Vita enjoys his favorite dishes.
“BBQ Smile”
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“Strawberry Rainbow”
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New and existing classes are detailed next. To view the full schedule and bookmark/ favorite the calendar, follow the link: BWD Calendar. If you do not see a class listed you are interested in, email me to be added to a “Remind List”. Once the class gets scheduled, I will notify you. If you have a small group of at least four, you can pick a time and date to hold your Zoom class. Sometimes life interrupts. If you would like to repeat a class, the fee is only $25. If you are a past class participant, you may purchase additional class kits at any time, while supplies last. Thank you for your business.
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Class: 'Moorish Tiles' Bracelet.
Description: Navigate various geometric shapes in bead
embroidery and explore how Moorish Tiles can inspire your bead work.
Dates (virtual via Zoom 11-5
ET):
- Sunday September 24, 2023
- Saturday November 18, 2023.
Register: Email me. If you ever forget the email address, use the
link on blog pages, they
email me.
Level: Intermediate.
Techniques: Back-stitch, netted bezel, brick-stitch,
internal construction, and fringe.
Prerequisites: Some bead embroidery experience is helpful.
Fees:
$70, Kit $110. US shipping $7. Kit required.
Color Ways: Gold-Green, Purple, Apple, Southwest.
If you prefer to learn in-person, a weekend in Lancaster PA at Beadfest may just be the ticket, solo or with friends. Beadfest – Lancaster PA – Moorish Tiles – Friday, August 4, 2023 9-4:30.
Don’t forget to visit the rooftop bar for cocktails at sunset. I missed this last time so it's on my To-do List this year.
Class: 'Butterfly Kiss' Necklace.
Description: Oh the joy its appearance brings, the change
of season upon its wings. The complex
symbolic language of the Victorian era believed butterflies represented the
soul. Let's add a modern twist using
glorious vibrant color.
Date: Sunday June 23, 2024
Register: Email me.
If you ever forget the email address, use the link on blog pages, they email me.
Level: Intermediate.
Prerequisites: Everyone can do it
with a willing, persevering spirit.
Techniques: RAW bezel, Brick Stitch edge, Back Stitch,
Fringe.
Fees: Class $70, Kit $120.
Color ways : Chartreuse-purple, Teal-Plum, Blue-Green (not
shown).
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Class: 'Muse' Necklace.
Description: Jewel-toned neck piece
with colors customized to the focal you choose.
The Raku is reminiscent of an outdoor statue for an old world feel. Handsome buttons in fun colors and fairies
add a bit of whimsy. A bead embroidered neckband, handmade clasp, richly
textured background, ornate edge stitching and twisty fringe frame the art
nouveau beauty.
Date: Saturday September 23, 2023
11-5 ET, Virtual via Zoom.
Register: https://beadswhiledriving.blogspot.com
Skill Level: Intermediate through
Advanced.
Techniques: Back-stitch, embellished
Brick-stitch edging, twisted fringe, handmade buttons, highly textured
background.
Prerequisites: Some bead embroidery is helpful although
everyone can do it with a willing, persevering spirit.
Fees: Class $70, Kit $115. Kit required.
US Ship $7.
Student Shannon Schmid modified her Muse to include a MAKU focal, She also added stripes as a neckband transition. Way to go Shannon!
Beachy inspiration...
Class: 'Shell Belle' Bracelet & Pendant.
Description: Featuring a unique cast
shell with rhinestones and various bead motifs.
The use of Vexolo beads is explored.
Beautiful bead woven fan-shaped fringe dangle from the main piece for
movement. Both pieces will be covered in
class, kits sold individually.
Dates, Host and Registration (all
classes virtual via Zoom 11-5 ET):
-Friday
September 1, 2023 - https://socialbeadia.com/Catherine-Haedrich
-Sunday
October 1, 2023 - https://beadswhiledriving.blogspot.com
-Sunday
November 5, 2023 - https://beadswhiledriving.blogspot.com
Skill Level: Intermediate.
Techniques: Bead embroidery and bead weaving with
two-hole beads, backstitching, brick-stitch edging, internal construction.
Prerequisites: Some bead embroidery experience is helpful.
Fees: Class 9/1 ($90), 10/1 & 11/5 ($70), Kit
Bracelet $105, Pendant $90. At least one
kit required. US shipping $7
Color Ways: Pink-Gold, Copper-Gold-Blue.
Class: 'Mermaid's Collection' Pendant.
Description: What interesting items found on the sea floor might
a mermaid choose to collect? MAKU's
other-worldly Raku focal sets the underwater tone for this odyssey. You will build a raised bead embroidery
mermaid's tail step by step. Add a Fin
Bracelet (mermaids don't have ankles) and collection of shells in various
shapes, sizes and forms to soften and balance the piece. Bring any small keepsakes or found objects
you might like to include. The pendant size
is ~4.5" (w) x 4" (h).
Dates, Host and Registration (all classes virtual via Zoom 11-5
ET):
-Sunday September 17, 2023 -
https://socialbeadia.com/Catherine-Haedrich
-Sunday October 8, 2023 - https://beadswhiledriving.blogspot.com
-Saturday November 4, 2023 -
https://beadswhiledriving.blogspot.com
Skill Level: Intermediate.
Techniques: Raised bead embroidery, Blanket Stitch, Brick Stitch
edging and internal construction.
Prerequisites: Some bead
embroidery experience is helpful.
Fees: Class 9/17 ($90),
10/8 & 11/4 ($70), Kit $105 (required).
US shipping $7.
Happy summer, safe travels. See you soon!
Newsletter for Beads While Driving - November 2022
What's news from the 95MPH Beaders
Club...
Eastern Pennsylvania, along with many
other east coast states, is beautiful this time of year. I never tire of fall scenery no matter how
many times I have seen it. I find myself
altering my driving route to catch a glimpse of favored trees in the
neighborhood. I also actively search for
events and festivals to enjoy seasonal treats such as caramel apples, pies, and
pumpkin everything. We have a dizzying
array of local apples, all of which must be tried before the season ends. The days grow shorter allowing temperatures
to cool. Regardless of age, everyone has
had Halloween on their mind since putting on their socks.
Trees from the neighborhood. The burning bush (bottom left) is visible from my bead station.
The evolution of an apple. Eat more cupcakes but also pie!
So enjoyable seeing the season through children’s eyes.
Pumpkin fritters, sweet or savory. Yes please.
A little armchair travel coming soon, a new design inspired by
Moorish Tiles.
Description: Explore the feeling of Moorish tiles while navigating various geometric shapes in bead embroidery.
Teacher: Catherine Haedrich.
Dates:
Sunday January 22, 2023 11-5 ET, BWD, virtual via Zoom.
Sunday March 26, 2023 11-5 ET, Socialbeadia, virtual via Zoom.
Register BWD: Click here to email me.
Level: Intermediate.
Techniques: Back-stitch, netting, brick-stitch, internal construction, and fringe.
Prerequisites: Some bead embroidery experience is helpful.
Fees: Class $70 (BWD), $90 (Socialbeadia), Kit $110. US shipping $7. Kit required.
Colorways: Gold-Green, Purple.
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Bookmark the calendar page and check back frequently: https://beadswhiledriving.blogspot.com/2019/08/test-post-for-tabs.html
Email me to be added to the mailing list or the “Remind List” for classes not yet listed. Once a class is scheduled, I will notify you.
I leave you with a short driving tour of Bucks County, PA for your viewing enjoyment [bead while watching]. https://www.visitbuckscounty.com/things-to-do/bucks-county-driving-tours/
Happy fall,
see you soon!
Newsletter for Beads While Driving - June 2022
What's news from the 95MPH Beaders Club...
Get out of the house! Forget the chicken soup, a road trip is good for the soul. Turn on your favorite tunes and ride.
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