Classes

Toni Riddell
Click for larger image.	Cobblestone Bracelet: This quick and easy cuff is made using brick stitch and two sizes and shapes of beads. It is comfortable and flexible and the perfect project for both a new or continuing beader!
Click for larger image.	Peyote Cube Bracelet: In this class you will learn a peyote variation, using two and three-drop peyote stitches and how to make a frame to place a cube bead or crystal within the bracelet. Previous work with seed beads recommended.
Click for larger image.	Tropical Delight Bracelet: This fun, fast, easy bracelet will make you think of clear blue lagoons, palm trees, and tropical warm breezes. … or select coppers, browns, gold & purple; just think Morocco! (And a great way to showcase a special vintage button of Grandma’s). PERFECT for beginners!
Click for larger image.	Spring/Fall Trellis, May 23, Sunday, 1-4, $30, Instructor: Toni Riddell Making this bracelet is a fun way to get ready for Spring (or Fall) and practice semi-free-form peyote! Add a few bunches of glass grapes to the mix and you’ll be ready to go wine tasting in style! Once you’ve finished your first one, you’ll be ready to make a “garden” in another season and will have the skills and confidence to use some of those random gorgeous beads you’ve been saving!
Click for larger image.	Romantic Tiered Bracelet: You will enjoy making this enchanting 2-drop peyote variation, and then you can just sit back and bask in all the compliments you'll be receiving! Make yourself this luxurious bracelet for a treat for yourself. With the selection of three different types of beads and different sizes, each finished bracelet creates a unique, “bling-bling” look that you won't believe you actually made yourself! (Adv. Beginner to Intermediate level…previous seed bead work needed)
Click for larger image.	Framed Pearls, August 8, Sunday, 1-4, $30, Instructor: Toni Riddell Once you’ve learned the square stitch and a method to connect focal beads or crystals, you can adapt this versatile pattern to any number of bead combinations for unique, elegant designs. Recommended for intermediate beaders (or advanced beginners who have worked with seed beads before).
Click for larger image.	“Bejeweled” Herringbone Lace: Intermediate Level. Recommended for students that have worked with peyote or herringbone stitches and want a little more of a challenge. (Sorry, not for beginners!) If you enjoyed the Ndebele Ribbon or Ndebele Rainbow class, you will love this lacy, attractive bracelet made with 2 or 3 colors of delicas and crystals.
Click for larger image.	Persephone Lace Choker, July 18, Sunday, 3-4:30, $25, Instructor: Toni Riddell Whether dressing up jeans or wearing with a favorite sundress or top, this 16-17 inch netted choker/collar with drops and/or daggers will make you feel very special. Once you’ve learned the basics, you’ll be able to make changes and add crystals or gemstones for added “wow” appeal! (Although not a difficult pattern, this project is not for beginner; previous work with seed beads recommended and/or intermediate level beader.)
Click for larger image.	Daisy Chain Freeform Bracelet, May 22, Sat, 1-3:30, $25, Instructor: Toni Riddell This fun, quick bracelet is not your Mother’s Daisy Chain…but it is the perfect way to explore basic freeform and use up leftover beads at the same time. Learn 4, 6, 8, and 10-petal daisies, as singles or in bunches of 2-3. Then add a couple of ladder stitches, a leaf or two, a few drops, and presto…a sweet little nostalgic bracelet that will amaze your Mom and friends. A perfect project for all beading levels.
	Ndebele Cube, August 7, Saturday, 1-3:30, $25, Instructor: Toni Riddel Using ndebele and ladder stitches, this bracelet goes together fairly quickly with the help of size 8 seed beads and cube beads. (You know, those gorgeous 4mm cube beads you picked up but haven’t found a project to use them in yet!)
	Strata Bracelet, August 21, Saturday, 1-3:30, $25, Instructor: Toni Riddell You build this bracelet in smooth layers, using brick stitch, deciding row by row which size, colors, textures you would like to come next (or you can plan it ahead, too!). Your design can be very subtle or bold, depending on what your heart desires. As you need only a minimum of each bead, this is a great way to pick several main beads and then use up leftovers from your STASH! Recommended for advanced beginners, or beginners that have previously worked with small beads or handicrafts.
	Ndebele Patchwork Cuff, August 22, Sunday, 1-3:30, $25, Instructor: Toni Riddell This unusual bracelet will keep you on your toes. If you like following a pattern and/or doing cross stitch, you will enjoy making this one….but you won’t have to change threads, which makes it a snap! And then you will have a little striking cuff that all will admire and wonder…did you really make it?

Toni Riddell