San Antonio Class Schedule
Winter 2008


January | February | March


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.
Dates:
Wednesdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30: 6-8 pm
Wednesdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27: 6-8 pm
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26: 6-8 pm

Tuition: $70 ($30 deposit)

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Beading with Fireline*
Instructed by Sara
Learn the advantages of beading using Fireline. This class focuses on the unusal beaded knot that can be created using Fireline, along with different techniques for beading.
Dates:
Monday, January 21: 6-8 pm
Monday, February 18: 6-8 pm
Monday, March 24: 6-8 pm
Tuition: $20 ($15 deposit)

Funky Fiber Necklace*
Instructed by Sara
Learn to design beautifully textured necklaces using different fibers, wire, crystals, and beads.
Dates:
Monday, January 28: 6-8 pm
Monday, February 25: 6-8 pm
Monday, March 31: 6-8 pm
Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit)

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Hemp for Beginners*
Instructed by Sara
In this beginners' class, you will learn the basics of macramé: overhand knot, square knot, half-hitch, attaching beads and clasps. Walk away with your own unique hemp jewelry!
Dates:
Monday, January 14: 6-8 pm
Monday, February 11: 6-8 pm
Monday, March 17: 6-8 pm

Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit

One Night Knotting*
Instructed by Sara
Come learn how to knot like a professional! In this class, you will learn which cord to use, how to tie uniformed spacer knots, and different types of finishing techniques. No beading experience necessary!
Dates:
Monday, January 7: 6-8 pm
Monday, February 4: 6-8 pm
Monday, March 10: 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.
Dates:
Saturday, January 5: 1-4 pm
Saturday, February 2: 1-4 pm
Saturday, March 1: 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.
Dates:
Saturday, February 16: 2-4 pm
Saturday, March 22: 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.
Dates:
Tuesday, January 15: 6-8 pm, Thursday, January 17: 6-8 pm
Tuesday, February 5: 6-8 pm, Fri
day, February 8: 6-8 pm
Tuition: $70 total; $35 per night -- wire included for first night

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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.
Dates:
Saturday, January 12: 2-4 pm
Saturday, February 9: 2-4 pm
Saturday, March 8: 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.
Date:
Saturday, January 19: 2-4 pm
Saturday, February 23: 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.
Date:
Saturday, January 26:  2-4 pm
Saturday, March 15: 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!
Dates:
Tuesday, January 22: 6-8 pm
Thurs
day, February 7: 6-8 pm
Tuition: $25 ($15 deposit)

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