Tahoe Mountain Retreat Classes

Haskell Inspired Cuff

by Sherry Serafini

Create a beautiful, embellished cuff using cabochons, rhinestone chains, and crystals. Components are created separately and are attached in the finishing to a metal base to create a statement piece that stands out in a crowd.

Techniques: Peyote stitch, backstitch, brick stitch, right angle weave, netting, and embellishment

Materials: Japanese seed beads, 18 cabochon, rhinestone chain, metal base, 4mm SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, Ultrasuede, and beading foundation.

Student needs to bring: Beading needles, task lamp, notepad and pen/pencil (Additional information on required materials will be posted soon.)

Marlene

by CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassador Jean Campbell

This substantial bracelet with a fancy crystal stone focal and crystal round detailing is just about all you need for accessorizing! Explore right-angle weave, peyote stitch, herringbone stitch, and square stitch, all in one design.

Techniques: Right-angle weave, peyote stitch, herringbone stitch, square stitch

Materials: Size 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads, SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS

Student needs to bring: Beading needles, task lamp, notepad and pen/pencil (Additional information on required materials will be posted soon.)

Emerald Bay

Dreams of spending lazy days basking in the beauty of Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay, a light breeze swirling the surface of the water while whispering through the majestic pines, trunks visible along the shore… This necklace will remind you of these scenes from your Tahoe Bead Retreat experience each time you wear it.

Techniques: Students must know the following techniques before class: right-angle weave, netting, and brick stitch

Materials: A pool of delicate 3mm Emerald Green 2X AB SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS evokes the deep color of Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay. Chocolate brown pearls represent the surrounding landscape. Swirling greens and blues create the feel of moving water on a windy day. The neck “ribbon” is made with Matte brown 11/0 triangles in right-angle weave.

Student needs to bring: Beading needles, task lamp, notepad and pen/pencil (Additional information on required materials will be posted soon.)

Crystal Radiance Earrings

Learn to use WireLace® metallic ribbon to wrap together SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS oval links and Xilion-cut round pendants with richly textured metal components from TierraCast®. Merge geometric shapes into a harmonious design! (Students will be able to choose pierced or clip earrings.)

Twisted Crystals and
Radiant Ring Necklace

This wire and yarn crochet piece is so much fun to make. SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, wire from Parawire, and findings from TierraCast® make for a stunningly beautiful necklace!