Arts & Crafts

Create a necklace or two by learning the basic frame-work for creating simple wraps for stones with holes and without.  Simple bails, fancy design for finishing the pendants, using curls and spirals.  Bring your tools and supplies, and any questions you may have.  Supplies and tools can be purchased at: Joann Fabric and Craft Stores, Hobby Lobby, or Butler Hill Beads on Minot Avenue in Auburn.  Items to bring with you are as follows: wire: 18 gauge, and 26 or 28 gauge; stones (this can be  a tumbled stone, cut stone or glass); chain or cord (neck chain or cord to compliment wire); clasps and connector magnetic, lobster claw, or toggle, split rings to attach closure.

Create a bracelet and earrings, along with the findings to but it all together.  Simple ear wires to creating wire style earrings.  For making a bracelet, learn to create chain links and hook and eyes for clasps.  Bring your tools and supplies along with any questions you may have.  Supplies can be purchased through Butler Hill Beads, Joann Fabric, Hobby Lobby or Michael's Craft.  Items you will need: wire can be different colors - 20, 26, 21 or 22 gauge; beads; spacers (if desired).  Some beads or crystals that are 1.6 mm and/or 2 mm (these are for creating wire bead mix).