Jewelry Making Classes- July 7, 14, 21

Learn how to make beautiful jewelry including necklaces, earrings and bracelets in these convenient evening classes.

These three classes can be taken together or separately. Each class will concentrate on a different jewelry making technique, including basic wirework, stringing and the use of different kinds of findings.

There are two price options for these classes:

*Come with your own beads, end caps and findings (I will provide all the necessary tools)- $10 per class

*Come with only a desire to learn (I will provide all the necessary tools and materials)- $20 per class

There are 4 openings per class. A place in the class can be secured by submitting payment to Paypal when you sign up for the class. Scholarships are available from the St. Clair Aeronauts for people in need. Please submit a note of explanation. Please email Sophia St. Clair at Stclairaeronauts@gmail.com to reserve your spot in the class. First come first served. The price of the class is non refundable but can be transferred to a later class if you can't make the one you signed up for.

Where: Our House- 501 Raymond Ave, San Jose, CA, 95128
Phone: 925.787.2591





















When:
July 7th, 7 - 10 pm: Stringing beads, adding a clasp to make a necklace and using eye pins to make earrings.

July 14th, 7 - 10 pm: Using chain, bead caps and head pins to make a necklace and earrings.






















July 21st, 7 - 10pm: Using strung beads, chain, and headpins to create drop necklaces and/or pendants and matching earrings. Using elastic or chain and eye pins to make bracelets.




Find examples of my jewelry HERE

Materials List:

July 7th class:

beadwire
size 1 bead crimps
crimp covers
headpins (at least 4)
beads (aproximately 14" strung together or more)
beadcaps and/or spacer beads (optional)
clasp
earring findings

July 14th class:

headpins (at least 4)
eyepins (at least 12)
beads (aproximately 12" strung together or more)
beadcaps
spacer beads (optional)
16" of chain
clasp
earring findings

July 21st class:

headpins (at least 20)
eyepins (at least 10)
beads (aproximately 12" strung together or more)
beadcaps
spacer beads (optional)
16" of chain
clasp (2 clasps if making a non elastic bracelete)
earring findings
beadwire
size 1 bead crimps
crimp covers

Bustle Class in June- Only 4 openings!

Note: Bustle examples Here

Design, draft a pattern and sew your own bustle in this two day evening class. Choose from several bustle disigns from historical examples to bustles for belly dancers! Add to your favorite steampunk outfit or just spice up a pair of jeans the next time you go clubbing~

This is a two day evening class. We will draft patterns and cut fabric on the first day and sew the bustle together on the second day. Both days are Tuesdays.

You will go home with a pattern and bustle. No experience necessary.

Only 4 openings available for this class. Cost is $20 per student to be paid by Paypal when you sign up for the class. Scholarships are available from the St. Clair Aeronauts for people in need. Please submit a note of explanation. Please email Sophia St. Clair at Stclairaeronauts@gmail.com to reserve your spot in the class. First come first served. The price of the class is non refundable but can be transfered to a later class if you can't make this one.


There is a high demand for this class, so please do not take one of the few positions unless you really mean to attend. I hate to see a long wait list and then get a last minute cancellation.



Bustle Class:

Where: Our House- 501 Raymond Ave, San Jose, CA, 95128
Phone: 925.787.2591
Time: Part 1: Tuesday, June 21st, 7pm - 10pm
Part 2: Tuesday, June 28th, 7pm - 10pm

What to bring:
Whatever you like to drink (we have water and tea available but that is it...)
Pens, Pensils, Project book or paper for notes.
Newspaper (for your pattern)


Minimalist Bustle requirements:
Regular hand sewing needle
Thread to match your fabric
Between 1 and 4 yrd of fabric
Spool of ribbon at least 1/2" or wider (minimum 4 yards)
Scissors
Seam ripper
Pins
Fabric chalk
Extra machine needles (mostly size 11 or 14)

For more complex Bustles add to the above list:
Contrasting fabric or fabric scraps (at least 1 yard total, more is always better for complexity)
Buttons (1 - Unlimited!), grommets or hooks
More ribbon in different colors and widths (you will need 1" ribbon to make proper ribbon roses and such)
Lace or other trim (even scraps can be useful, but you can do a lot with 2 yards or more (if you add tassel trim this becomes a dryclean only item)
Random fabric accents (doilies, patches, sequin decorations, embroidered bits, vintage scraps, beads, bells, tassels, etc)

I have access to at least 3 sewing machines. Bring your own if you like....

Fabric Types:
Brocades and upholstery fabric provide a firm foundation but do not always hang or drape nicely.
Linen always drapes beautifully and has a lovely texture. Get yours at a Bulk or Bolts End store for a reasonable price or buy something made out of linen at a thrift store. Don't buy linin at JoAnns. Its highway robbery what they charge!
Above also applies to wool and wool blends
Cotton hangs well, is durable and washable. Plus it breaths.
Crepe Back or Suade Back Satin is fine and nice and heavy. Do not get cheap $2 satin. It will melt in the sewing machine.
Home decorating fabrics also work, Sometimes. They tend to be stiff and scratchy or easily unravel. Check that they don't have glue on the back (used for furniture) and try to get things with at least some natural fiber content if you can.
Special occasion fabrics follow the same rule.

I have one machine that will sew thin garment weight leather.

Note: Ruffles require twice as much fabric as the length you want the ruffle. Pleats require 3 times as much fabric.

Fabric Stores:

Discount Fabrics: Two Locations- Berkeley and SF- http://www.discountfabrics-sf.com/
Fabrics R Us: San Jose- http://www.yelp.com/biz/fabrics-r-us-san-jose
SCRAPS (Goodwill for craft supplies, esp. Fabric and trim): SF- http://www.scrap-sf.org/

Cargo Bloomers Class in June- Only 4 openings!

Design, draft a pattern and sew a pair of Cargo Bloomers at this two day class. Not only are they comfortable in hot weather and attractive on all body types, but they are practical too!

This is a two day evening workshop. We will draft patterns and cut fabric on the first day and sew the bloomers together on the second day. Both classes are Thursday Evening.

You will go home with a pattern and a pair of cargo bloomers. No experience necessary.

Only 4 openings available for this class. Cost is $20 per student to be paid by Paypal when you sign up for the class. Scholarships are available from the St. Clair Aeronauts for people in need. Please submit a note of explanation. Please email Sophia St. Clair at Stclairaeronauts@gmail.com to reserve your spot in the class. First come first served. The price of the class is non refundable but can be transfered to a later class if you can't make this one.

There is a high demand for this class, so please do not take one of the few positions unless you really mean to attend. I hate to see a long wait list and then get a last minute cancellation.

The Details:

Where: Our House- 501 Raymond Ave, San Jose, CA, 95128
Phone: 925.787.2591
Time: Part 1: Thursday, June 16th 7pm - 10pm
Part 2: Thursday, June 23rd 7pm - 10pm

What to bring:

I have access to at least 3 sewing machines. Bring your own if you like....

Snacks if you are likely to want them
Whatever you like to drink (we have water and tea available but that is it...)
Pens, Pencils, Project book or paper for notes.
Newspaper and tape (for your pattern)

Cargo Bloomers Materials:

Enough fabric to go from your waist to the ground twice. Generally between 2 and 3 yrds of fabric.
Regular hand sewing needle
Thread to match your fabric
Scissors
Seam ripper
Pins
Fabric chalk
Extra machine needles (mostly size 11 or 14)
Enough no roll elastic to go around your waist and both ankles.

To Decorate your cargo pockets and bloomers:

Ribbon in different colors and widths (you will need 1" ribbon to make proper ribbon roses and such)
Lace or other trim (even scraps can be useful, but you can do a lot with 2 yards or more (if you add tassel trim this becomes a dryclean only item)
Random fabric accents (doilies, patches, sequin decorations, embroidered bits, vintage scraps, beads, buttons, bells, tassels, etc)

Fabric Types:
Natural Woven Fabrics: 100% cotton or linen is the best way to go. Anything else, especially synthetics or brocades, will be hot and uncomfortable. Also, you can wash linen and cotton. Please no knitt or stretchy fabrics.

I have one machine that will sew thin garment weight leather.

Fabric Stores (other than Joe-Ann's and Hancock Fabrics):

Discount Fabrics: Two Locations- Berkeley and SF- http://www.discountfabrics-sf.com/
Fabrics R Us: (best place to by $4 linen!) San Jose- http://www.yelp.com/biz/fabrics-r-us-san-jose
SCRAPS (Goodwill for craft supplies, esp. Fabric and trim): SF- http://www.scrap-sf.org/

Craft Centric Garage Sale

Come by and browse a collection of arts and craft accessories by local artists. Many Gifts for Mom. Very reasonable prices.

When: Saturday, May 7 Noon - 4pm
Where: Corner of Scott Street and Raymond Ave in San Jose, 95128

Procedes go to support the St. Clair Aeronauts Project!