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Beaded Bangle Bracelet with Hook & Eye Clasp,
Class Number: 1402
Class Start Date: Thursday, March 12, 2009, 9-4
Type: 7-Hour
Instructor: Dale Cougar Armstrong
Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Technique: Wire Wrap

Description: The techniques learned during the creation of this bracelet are the basis of almost every traditional wire jewelry pattern you will find. Learn to properly size and re-size this bangle easily. The versatility of where this design can take you is only limited by your imagination. (Dale's favorite class for the total novice, and the right class for those who have had previous experience with making wire jewelry.) This clasp is awesome!

Location: Convention Center

Materials Included in Required Kit: All sterling and 14k gold filled wire, variety of gemstone beads and spacers needed to complete one bracelet in class, and written instructions.

Students must bring these REQUIRED MATERIALS to class: Jewelers' pliers (none of which should have teeth) Round nose, flat nose, and chain nose pliers, and angled flush cutters, Foot long ruler, and cloth tape measure, 1/4" quilter's tape or blue 3M painter's tape, cordless drill or screwdriver with keyless hex chuck, Ultra-fine point Sharpie®, polishing cloth, cushion-style mouse pad or work surface. Optional: 3-step master coilers or looping pliers, optivisors/magnifiers, personal lighting and extension cord.

You can find supplies online through dealers listed Beading Daily Shop & Supply Directory.

Class Fee (includes kit): $200

Online Class registration has closed. You can register for this class in-person in the Class Registration area of Bead Fest Santa Fe. Registration for each class section closes 15 minutes before the class begins.

Class Hours:
Thursday, March 12: 9am-4pm. Class registration opens at 8am.
Friday, March 13: 9am-8pm. Class registration opens at 8am.
Saturday, March 14: 9am-8pm. Class registration opens at 8am.
Sunday, March 15: 9am-4pm. Class registration opens at 8am.

Expo Hall Hours:
Thursday, March 12: 5-9pm.
Friday, March 13: 10-6pm.
Saturday, March 14: 10am-6pm.
Sunday, March 15, 11am-5pm.

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