Bohemian Beaded Hoops

 Last night we had a great time with Taryn Sisco, creating Bohemian Beaded Hoop Earrings at our Craft Party! These earrings looked difficult to make, but Taryn showed us how easy and fun it was!

 In no time at all we were on our way!  We picked our color combos and started on the earrings!

The finished results turned out beautifully!  And even better- Taryn told us how to make them in different variations and where to find all of the supplies to make more!  I know what I will be doing in my next free time....

Beginning Silver Wire Wrapping- Earrings

Yesterday we held another craft party!  Stacie Spencer taught everyone how to create wire wrapped earrings! 

 We practiced the techniques using copper wire before starting on the sterling silver!

 

We hammered the wire design on both sides which gave a cool effect as well as straightened out the earring.



 The copper practice earrings came out nice as well! 

 Elaine always likes to get comfy on the floor!  It must work for her- she always creates beautiful projects! 

Here are the finished results! Thank you Stacie for another fun and very informative class!

Classes with Chrissy!

Many of you have inquired about or have booked a private craft party! All classes that are offered through the Muse are available as a private craft party. Thanks to Chrissy Gemmill, our jewelry instructor, she has created this recap of her classes that she offers to make choosing a private craft party easy! Thanks Chrissy!
Current Classes offered for 2010 Winter and Spring (Sample pics for new classes coming soon)



Just Added: February 28 3-5 p.m. "Picture Pendants" Using a picture of your choice, you will learn how to create a personalized piece of jewelry! You can use family pets and pictures, original artwork, nature photography, the possibilities are endless! (see sample pics below)

March 10th 7-9 p.m. "Nature Impression Pendants" Learn the art of patina-ing metal along with basic jewelry making techniques. Select your own sterling silver patterned metal, embellish, and create your own necklace!


"Bird Baubles" April 14th 7-9pm. With a focus on bird motifs, you will learn wire and beading techniques to design your own pendant! Choose from a flock of bird charms, beads and baubles!



Book Your Own Private Wine and Cheese Craft Party! Contact The Muse for more details at shopthemuse.com Minimum 6 people, maximum 12.Classes Offered For Private Parties:

"Earring Design" Adorn your ears with your own creation! Select a prototype to remake or create your own design. Choose from an array of beads and findings.


"Letter Pendants" Let your jewelry do the talking! Using discs and stamps create your own one of a kind jewelry.




"Twisted Metal Bracelet Design" Learn classic bead link wire wrapping and design your own unique bracelet. Choose from an array of gemstone, pearl, crystal and vintage beads!



"Picture Pendant Jewelry" Using a picture of your choice, you will learn how to create a personalized piece of jewelry! You can use family and pet pictures, original artwork, nature photography, the possibilities are endless!
"Open Bead" Learn classic bead link wire wrapping and design your own unique piece of jewelry. Choose from an array of gemstone, pearl, crystal and vintage beads!

"Reflections In Metal" Transfer a picture of your choosing onto metal disc! You can use family and pet pictures, original artwork, nature photography, the possibilities are endless!

Visit Chrissy's blog to see more pictures of some of the classes she teaches http://www.chrissygemmilljewels.blogspot.com/

If you are interested in taking any of our current classes or to book a private craft party contact The Muse 301-663-3632 or http://www.shopthemuse.com/

Earring Design Wine & Cheese Craft Party

Wednesday night we had another fun jewelry class with Chrissy Gemmill! There were three earring styles to choose from and many choices of beads and pearls. First Chrissy gave a demonstration on basic jewelry making techniques...After the demonstration, everyone selected their supplies and started making their earringsThese classes are a great way to spend time with friends and family members. The picture below shows two mother daughters that took the class together. Here are some of the finished earrings. Everyone seemed to really like their new jewelry and the best part was they made it themselves!Chrissy and I always have fun at the classes. Its rewarding to see how much fun people have learning a new craft! We're already planning our next jewelry class! Stay tuned...