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Tree of Life Jewelry at The House of Dotł'izhi
May
29
6:00 PM18:00
Classes 2024

Tree of Life Jewelry at The House of Dotł'izhi

Register today on Eventbrite!

Hosted at The House of Dotł'izhi on Kirkwood Avenue in Iowa City, join Chereal Designs for a wire and beaded Tree of Life class from 6-8pm. Students will be able to choose their own beads to make their own pendant or earrings. Each DIY Jewelry Kit provided by Chereal Designs will include wire, beads and written instructions.

Ages 8+ are recommended to join, please reach out to Cheryl at cherealdesigns@gmail.com.

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Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Jun
30
to Jul 3
Classes 2024

Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

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Big Picture Gallery and Studio teams up with Chereal Designs for professional instruction led by Cheryl Weatherford to learn how to make beaded accessories!  July's session will begin with the fundamentals of making a wrapped loop for earrings and using a common stringing material, flexwire, to design their own beaded bracelet.  The second day, students will wire their own gemstone beads to create a beaded crown. This piece can also be worn as a necklace.  Finishing the three-day jewelry camp combines wire and string art for a netted cabochon pendant!  After camp, students will have the opportunity to take home written instructions for future projects.

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Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Jun
30
to Jul 3
Classes 2024

Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

  • Big Picture Gallery and Studio (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Big Picture Gallery and Studio teams up with Chereal Designs for professional instruction led by Cheryl Weatherford to learn how to make beaded accessories!  July's session will begin with the fundamentals of making a wrapped loop for earrings and using a common stringing material, flexwire, to design their own beaded bracelet.  The second day, students will wire their own gemstone beads to create a beaded crown. This piece can also be worn as a necklace.  Finishing the three-day jewelry camp combines wire and string art for a netted cabochon pendant!  After camp, students will have the opportunity to take home written instructions for future projects.

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Dragonfly Pendant at The House of Dotł'izhi
Jul
13
1:00 PM13:00
Classes 2024

Dragonfly Pendant at The House of Dotł'izhi

Come join us at The House of Dotł'izhi for a magical event centered around creating your very own dragonfly pendant! This hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of crafting a unique pendant inspired by the beauty of nature using beads and wire. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this event is perfect for anyone looking to unleash their creativity. Skills we will learn are also those for professional earrings and beaded chain. We can't wait to see the beautiful creations that will come to life during this event!

Agest 8+ recommended for this lesson. Email Cheryl at cherealdesigns@gmail.com for any additional questions.

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Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Aug
18
to Aug 20
Classes 2024

Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

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Big Picture Gallery and Studio teams up with Chereal Designs for professional instruction led by Cheryl Weatherford to learn how to make beaded accessories!  August's session will begin with the fundamentals of making a wrapped loop for earrings and using a common stringing material, flexwire, to design their own beaded bracelet.  The second day, students will wire their own gemstone beads to create a beaded chain bracelet.  Finishing the three-day jewelry camp we will learn a Japanese braiding technique, Kumihimo. After camp, students will have the opportunity to take home written instructions for future projects. 

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Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Aug
18
to Aug 20
Classes 2024

Youth Jewelry Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

  • Big Picture Gallery and Studio (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Big Picture Gallery and Studio teams up with Chereal Designs for professional instruction led by Cheryl Weatherford to learn how to make beaded accessories!  August's session will begin with the fundamentals of making a wrapped loop for earrings and using a common stringing material, flexwire, to design their own beaded bracelet.  The second day, students will wire their own gemstone beads to create a beaded chain bracelet.  Finishing the three-day jewelry camp we will learn a Japanese braiding technique, Kumihimo. After camp, students will have the opportunity to take home written instructions for future projects. 

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Knotted Bracelet at The House of DOTŁ'IZHI
Aug
21
6:00 PM18:00
Classes 2024

Knotted Bracelet at The House of DOTŁ'IZHI

Come to The House of Dotł'izhi and learn how to create your very own knotted bracelets! This hands-on event will teach you different techniques to make unique and stylish bracelets that you can show off to your friends. No experience is necessary, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!

Chereal Designs will guide you through the process, providing all the materials you need to make your own masterpiece. Knotting between beads is a fundamental skill, this opportunity will unleash your inner artist and walk away with a beautiful handmade bracelet!

Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot now. We can't wait to see you there!

Agest 8+ recommended, email Cheryl at cherealdesigns@gmail.com for any additional questions.

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Flair with Filigree at Big Picture Gallery and Studio
Mar
30
2:00 PM14:00
Classes 2024

Flair with Filigree at Big Picture Gallery and Studio

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

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Tree of Life At Big Picture Gallery & Studio!
Feb
23
2:00 PM14:00
Classes 2024

Tree of Life At Big Picture Gallery & Studio!

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Recreate nature using stone beads and copper wire, to “grow” your own organic tree! Experiment with hard and soft shapes for this free-wheeling design; no two trees will be the same. Perfect for beginners! Kit includes all materials and written instructions!

$35 per student

Sunday, February 23rd from 2-4pm

Pre-registration available

on Eventbrite or pay on day

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Hand Knotted Bracelet at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Nov
17
2:00 PM14:00
Classes 2024

Hand Knotted Bracelet at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

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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.

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Pearl and Copper Wrapped Bracelet
Nov
15
5:30 PM17:30
Classes 2024

Pearl and Copper Wrapped Bracelet

In this improved version of this design, add freshwater pearls to copper wire.  Wrap your wire around a sturdy armature.  Learn to create a hook-n-eye clasp that comes organically from the piece.

Register with Beadology Iowa on their website or by calling 319-338-1566. Free street parking in Iowa City starting at 6pm available or park in the Harrison Parking lot for $2/hr

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Wirework for Beginners: Netted Cabochon at Big Picture Gallery & Studio!
Aug
25
2:00 PM14:00
Classes 2024

Wirework for Beginners: Netted Cabochon at Big Picture Gallery & Studio!

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

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Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio! (Copy)
Aug
19
to Aug 21
Classes 2024

Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio! (Copy)

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Jewelry Making: BACK THIS YEAR!

******PLEASE NOTE: These camps are open to entering 3rd grade - entering 12th grade.

Jewelry Making Camps will be led by Cheryl Weatherford, our Director of Pre School Education and owner of Chereal Designs, LLC. Learn to work with a variety of materials, tools and techniques to design and produce earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and key chains. Materials such as varied beads, flexwire, copper wire, gemstones and clay will be used. Students will explore techniques including, knotting and stringing, creating wire cages for gemstones, Japanese round braiding, herringbone and wire design.
Jewelry Making camps will teach different projects each week, so students wishing to participate in both weeks will learn and create new things each day!

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Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio! (Copy)
Aug
19
to Aug 21
Classes 2024

Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio! (Copy)

  • Big Picture Gallery and Studio (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jewelry Making: BACK THIS YEAR!

******PLEASE NOTE: These camps are open to entering 3rd grade - entering 12th grade.

Jewelry Making Camps will be led by Cheryl Weatherford, our Director of Pre School Education and owner of Chereal Designs, LLC. Learn to work with a variety of materials, tools and techniques to design and produce earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and key chains. Materials such as varied beads, flexwire, copper wire, gemstones and clay will be used. Students will explore techniques including, knotting and stringing, creating wire cages for gemstones, Japanese round braiding, herringbone and wire design.
Jewelry Making camps will teach different projects each week, so students wishing to participate in both weeks will learn and create new things each day!

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Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Jul
1
to Jul 3
Classes 2024

Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

  • Big Picture Gallery and Studio (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jewelry Making: BACK THIS YEAR!

******PLEASE NOTE: These camps are open to entering 3rd grade - entering 12th grade.

Jewelry Making Camps will be led by Cheryl Weatherford, our Director of Pre School Education and owner of Chereal Designs, LLC. Learn to work with a variety of materials, tools and techniques to design and produce earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and key chains. Materials such as varied beads, flexwire, copper wire, gemstones and clay will be used. Students will explore techniques including, knotting and stringing, creating wire cages for gemstones, Japanese round braiding, herringbone and wire design.
Jewelry Making camps will teach different projects each week, so students wishing to participate in both weeks will learn and create new things each day!

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Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!
Jul
1
to Jul 3
Classes 2024

Jewelry Making: Summer Camp at Big Picture Gallery and Studio!

  • Big Picture Gallery and Studio (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jewelry Making: BACK THIS YEAR!

******PLEASE NOTE: These camps are open to entering 3rd grade - entering 12th grade.

Jewelry Making Camps will be led by Cheryl Weatherford, our Director of Pre School Education and owner of Chereal Designs, LLC. Learn to work with a variety of materials, tools and techniques to design and produce earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and key chains. Materials such as varied beads, flexwire, copper wire, gemstones and clay will be used. Students will explore techniques including, knotting and stringing, creating wire cages for gemstones, Japanese round braiding, herringbone and wire design.
Jewelry Making camps will teach different projects each week, so students wishing to participate in both weeks will learn and create new things each day!

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