Thursday, October 9, 2025

HGA 2026 Convergence Conference Beadweaving Class, Sample update 1


Currently my beadweaving class is slotted for Sunday August 16th 2026, 9am-4:30pm

Registration is now up, I can't wait to see you in New Orleans!

https://weavespindye.org/schedule-and-registration/


The top image is what I put together for my proposal for this class. I chose black and white beads in order to easily show the stitching in one neutral image. Leading up to the class I'll be creating sample bracelets to show students various design ideas and different types of seed beads that can be used. 


The class kit only includes Dynamites. I like using these seed beads for classes because of size and consistency in shape without being too expensive. I know how falling in love with a new technique can lead to additional spending. ;)



We won't be able to finish a bracelet in the class time we have but I will be providing everyone with enough beads to do so (or to use however you wish).  This is a sampler class just like when we do weaving samples. We'll spend enough time to get a feel for each stitch. Some you may fall in love with and others you may dislike. I know I have my favorites! 
 

We won't be able to finish a bracelet in the class time we have but I will be providing everyone with enough beads to do so (or to use however you wish).  This is a sampler class just like when we do weaving samples. We'll spend enough time to get a feel for each stitch. Some you may fall in love with and others you may dislike. I know I have my favorites! 


I also like to talk about different types of beads, sizes, and can explain how I use beadwork in my jewelry and also as accents in my weaving/fiber work. This class is for all levels of knowledge, I only request that you are able to thread a needle, sometimes this is tricky with beading needles as they are thinner than what most people are used to using so a good base line is helpful (I'm happy to thread needles to keep you moving along though!).

This is the first opportunity I've had to teach beading with HGA so I'm really hoping for a good turnout. Please comment or reach out with any questions about the class!

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HGA 2026 Convergence Conference Beadweaving Class, Sample update 1

Currently my beadweaving class is slotted for Sunday August 16th 2026, 9am-4:30pm Registration is now up, I can't wait to see you in New...