Classes

Class examples are on display in the Store. Please call or stop by to schedule a class. Class times are approximate.

basics-classBasic Bead Stringing

  • Learn the basics of jewelry making. The class project will be a pair of earrings and a necklace with sterling silver findings.

  • Class fee is $35.00 and includes all supplies.

  • 1.5 Hours


link-bracelet-class-projectWire Linking

  • Learn how to Link beads with wire. The class project is a colorful wire linked bracelet with silver plated wire and a sterling silver clasp.

  • Class fee is $30.00 and includes all supplies.

  • 1.5 Hours


knotting-classKnotting

  • Learn to knot between pearls. The class project is a Swarovski Pearl necklace with sterling silver findings.

  • Class fee is $40.00 and includes all supplies and knotting tweezers.

  • 1-1.5 Hours


peyote-ring-class-projectPeyote Stitch Band Ring

  • In this class you will be using Delica Seed Beads and learning the Peyote Stitch which is an off loom weaving technique. The class project is a two color band ring.

  • Class fee is $15.00 and includes needles and thread.

  • You will need to purchase two tubes of Delica seed beads in differing colors.

  • 1 Hour


crystal-ring-class-projectSwarovski Crystal Ring

  • In this class you will learn to weave a ring using Swarovski crystals, metal spacers and seed beads.

  • The class fee is $30.00 and includes all supplies.

  • 1 Hour


wire-wrapped-ring-class-projectWire Wrapped Beaded Ring

  • In this class you will learn to make a ring using a bead and silver plated wire.

  • The class fee is $25.00 and includes supplies and a ring mandrel.

  • You will need to purchase 1 bead of your choice prior to class.

  • .75 Hours


pick-our-brain-classPick Our Brain

  • If you are interested in techniques not covered in the above classes, this may be the class you are looking for. In this class you tell us what you would like to learn about.

  • Class fee is $10.00/hr plus supplies.


beginning-wire-work-ring-class-projectBeginning Wire Work

  • This is a first in a series of wire art classes. The class project is a ring made with sterling silver wire.

  • Class fee is $45.00 plus supplies.

  • You will need 2 - 2.5’ of 20 gauge square sterling silver or gold filled wire for this class.

  • 2-2.5 Hours


cabachon-wire-wrapping-class-projectCabochon Wrapping

  • Learn to wire wrap a cabochon into a wearable piece of art.

  • Class fee is $45.00 plus supplies.

  • You will need a cabochon of your choice and sterling silver or gold filled wire.

  • 2.5 Hours


All class fees must be paid in advance.  Refunds only with a 48 hour cancellation notice.  Class Fees are not eligible for Bead Club credit.

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Caravan Beads features over 1000 square feet of fine quality beads, findings and stringing materials to delight your beading senses. We offer a variety of classes, host parties and groups and have work tables available for customers designing in the store. We have been serving Wilmington, NC beading needs since 1995.