San Antonio Class Schedule
Spring 2008

April | May | June


A deposit is required to guarantee your space in a class. All payments are refundable in full, for cancellations made up to one week before class. There will be no refunds/roll-overs for cancellations made by a student after the cut-off date. Please notify us if someone else will be filling in for you. It's the student's responsibility to remember the class time. We appreciate your cooperation in abiding by these guidelines.

Please make reservations at least one week in advance.

Nomadic Notions provides students with the basic tools to use in class but supplies need to be purchased by the student.

A full refund plus a coupon good for a one-time store discount will be given for any class cancelled by Nomadic Notions. Class make-up is at the teacher's discretion.

Call Us If You Have Any Questions
(210) 828-6270

Class Skill Level Chart

Please note the skill level next to the class title.

*Beginner: Teaches basic skills. No experience required. Great for all beading levels!

**Intermediate: Basic skills and techniques are required.

Class Schedule

General Beading | Wire Techniques

You can also check out the Teacher List to see all the classes offered by your favorite instructor!

General Beading

Beginning Jewelry Assembly*
Instructed by Ernesto
This four-night course covers the fundamentals of jewelry design. You値l learn to design and create bracelets, earrings, necklaces, dangles, and pendants. Plus, dabble into wire and knotting techniques. Ernesto is also available for private classes in Beginning Jewelry Assembly; please call store for more information: (210) 828-6270.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23: 6-8 pm
Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28: 6-8 pm
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25: 6-8 pm
Tuition: $70 ($30 deposit)
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Creative Knots* (NEW)
Instructed by Sara
Come join this amazing class and learn how to make different types of decorative knots that surely will add creativity and flare to your jewelry! In this one-night class, you will learn the Multiple Over-hand Knot, the Monkey’s Fist, Turk’s Head, and the Four Loop Crown. Don’t miss this new and exciting class. Sign up today!!!
Dates:
Monday, April 28: 6-8pm
Monday, May 26: 6-8pm
Monday, June 23: 6-8pm
Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit)

I Heart Mom!* (NEW)
Instructed by Sara
What woman doesn’t want a thoughtful gift? What women doesn’t want jewelry?! Come make your wife or mother the best gift for Mother’s Day in this fun one-night class. Learn to make necklaces, bracelets, and matching earrings that she surely won’t forget! You will walk out of the class with the confidence of knowing that you have the perfect gift, and that you know how to make beautiful and unique pieces of jewelry! Sign up today and make you wife or mother feel like the best one in the world!
Date:
Sunday, May 4: 2-4 pm
Tuition: $20 ($10 deposit)

One Night Knotting*
Instructed by Sara
Learn how to knot beautiful pearls in just one night! No experience necessary! Come join this amazing class and learn how to choose the correct cord, tie uniform knots, and finish a complete, professional looking necklace or bracelet. This class will offer different techniques in knotting, as well as leave you with a beautiful handmade piece of jewelry that you can tell others that you did yourself!
Dates:
Monday, April 7: 6-8 pm
Monday, May 5: 6-8 pm
Monday, June 2: 6-8 pm
Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit)

 

Wire Techniques

Beginning Wire Wrap*
Instructed by Nancy
Begin the wondrous journey of creating jewelry with wire in this fabulous workshop. Our instructor will demonstrate the link-to-link method to make your own chain that can be used to make linked beaded bracelets or necklaces. You値l also learn basic wire wrap techniques to create different styles of earrings, dangles, and pendants. Wire is provided.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Saturday, April 5: 1-4 pm
Saturday, May 3: 1-4 pm
Saturday, June 7: 1-4 pm
Tuition: $50 ($25 deposit)
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Crazy Crosses**
Instructed by Nancy
Twist, curl, and manipulate colorful wire to create gigantic or small crosses as a unique embellishment for your home decor or to wear as a brooch. Some wire included.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Saturday, April 26: 2-4 pm
Saturday, May 17: 2-4 pm
Tuition: $35 ($15 deposit)
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Creative Caging**
Instructed by Brittany
Learn to cage stones, crystals, and other free forms, adding beads in a delicate and elegantly crafted way. In this two night class, you値l learn what gauges of wire are best for different stones, beads, and projects, as well as how to achieve your own unique style! Must take Beginning Wire Wrap.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Tuesday, April 8: 6-8 pm, Thursday, April 10 : 6-8 pm
Tuesday, May 6: 6-8 pm, Thursday, May 8: 6-8 pm
Please check with instructor for dates in June
Tuition: $70 total; $35 per night -- wire included for first night
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Creativity with Chain** (NEW)
Instructed by Sara
Come join the fun in this new and exciting class! Learn how to use wire to create beautiful chain necklaces and bracelets, incorporating many different types of beads. Whether you want to make a simple strand, or a multi-strand necklace, you will walk out of this class knowing how to use chain to make incredible pieces of jewelry like a professional!
Dates:
Monday, May 12: 6-8pm
Monday, June 9: 6-8pm
Tuition: $30 ($15 deposit)

Introduction to the Rosary*
Instructed by Nancy
In this class you will learn the timeless art of creating rosaries. You値l be taught the history of the rosary as well as the beads commonly used in making them. Learn to combine rosary findings, beads, and wire for your very own custom-made Catholic rosary.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Saturday, April 12: 2-4 pm
Saturday, May 10: 2-4 pm
Saturday, June 28: 2-4 pm
Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit)
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Rings*
Instructed by Nancy
Learn to fashion an assortment of stunning rings using wire and sparkly beads.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Saturday, April 19: 2-4 pm
Saturday, June 21: 2-4 pm
Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit)
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Wire Bangle Bracelet**
Instructed by Nancy
Create a vogueish wire-wrapped bangle bracelet by learning how to combine a few focal beads with wire. In addition, you値l learn to make a spiral clasp and create spacers with wire.
(Private classes available upon request).
Date:
Saturday, May 24:  2-4 pm
Tuition: $40 ($20 deposit)
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Wire Crafted Earring**
Instructed by Brittany
Learn to craft custom chandelier earring findings and earrings through the use of wire and beads! You can also learn to use silver or gold filigree bead caps to make chandelier drop earrings.
(Private classes available upon request).
Dates:
Saturday, April 12: 4-5 pm
Saturday, May 3 : 4-5 pm
Please check with instructor for dates in June
Tuition: $35 ($15 deposit)
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