Learn to create swirls, rosettes and other filigree with wire, adding your own unique flair to your new wire-wrapped pendant using multiple wires.

Kits include a stone or opalite focal, copper wire, written instructions and professional instruction by Cheryl of Chereal Designs.

This class is for 8+, any questions can be directed to Cheryl at cherealdesigns@gmail.com

Register here with Beadology Iowa or call 319-338-1566 to join this beginner class! We will use wire to capture a stone using different shapes of wire. Participants will learn to coil and weave wires together for layers of embellishment.

Prerequisites: No experience needed.

Knowing how to knot beads is a helpful skill to knot precious beads to make rosaries or malas and a timeless technique to protect pearls. Learn how to knot in-between beads with Chereal Designs at Big Picture Gallery and Studio on Sunday, November 17th from 2-4pm. Every kit comes with the materials needed to complete a bracelet with beads that you choose on the day of class, including gemstone, pearls and glass.

Create a Sunburst pendant with natural gemstone beads and copper wire at Big Picture Gallery & Studio! Participants will have two gemstone beads to choose from to create their own pendant. This design uses copper wire and string art technique to create a pentagram inside a gemstone crown. Perfect for beginners, bring eye wear for close up work if needed.

$35 per student

Sunday, August 25th from 2-4pm

Pre-registration available on Eventbrite or pay on day

Come design a beaded elastic bracelet on Sunday, June 23rd from 2-4pm at Big Picture Gallery and Studio! Each ticket creates one elastic bracelet created and designed by you after choosing beads provided by Chereal Designs including stone, glass, pearls and other organic materials. Learn how to use a fibrous and sturdy elastic and finish like a pro! Registration beforehand will ensure a kit is there waiting for you, participants can pay upon walking in. See you on Sunday!

Combine Copper wire and natural gemstone beads to make these Grecian wire woven earrings at Beadology Iowa on Sunday December 5th at 12pm-4pm.

Register today by clicking here or call Beadology Iowa today at 319-338-1566

Pre-requisite: ability to make a wrapped loop. See Jazzy Linked Bracelet on July 3, OR wire wrapping stone on July 6.

This is a “next steps” class in wire wrapping stones. Use wire to capture a stone using different shapes of wire. Participants will learn to coil and weave wires together for layers of embellishment.

Take your wirework skills to the next level with these tips and tricks on how to perfect twisting wire into links along with headpins. Students will get to choose kits made from: glass, wood, pearls or glass beads and all kits come with written instructions along with materials. To make adjustable knots we will be using leather or a vegan option of black knotting cord. All tools will be provided during class, be sure to bring any additional reading glasses or other vision tools to help see fine detail.

Be sure to register today to ensure a kit is made for you! For any follow-up questions email Cheryl at cherealdesigns.com

Class fee: $44

Learn the basics of wire wrapping stones. Students will practice with copper wire to form a plan for a semi-precious stone, then move to sterling wire for the final project.

Learn the basics of creating a wire cage for your stone to transform it into a stylish pendant using tools and materials provided by Cheryl of Chereal Designs. Each class kit comes with 4 polished gemstones, copper wire, written instructions and instruction during class. This class is great for beginners and the age range is 8+

Email any questions to Cheryl at cherealdesigns@gmail.com

Class price: $35 per student