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We will be closed the following days for the month of March.
Sunday March 17th
Sunday March 31st
Hours of Operation
Sun. 1:30-5:30 pm Closed Mondays Tues. 11am-6pm Wed. 11am-6pm Thurs. 11am-6pm Fri. 11am-6pm Sat. 10am-6pm
These are our Business selling hours unless you are scheduled for a class earlier or later than our normal hours above.
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Bead Smith Counter top Catalog
Do you have a special tool, Book or bead item you are looking for?
We now can order it for you from BeadSmith with a 50% deposit.
Only 2 weeks to get it in.
Stop by and take a look at it
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Rainy
Day discount color for the month
Blue
If you are at the Bead Biz and it is raining in the parking lot you can get 20% off anything PURPLE.
excludes consignment and trunkshow
Cannot be used with other discounts.
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 New colors and restock of 1mm leather Restock of waxed cording  Abalone Shell Crosses are Back!!!! New abalone shell beads in various sizes.  Fun top drilled color magnasite crosses  New 4mm and 6mm Czech glass rounds added to the 6 for $12.00 wall New Big Hole Gemstones and Pearls from Cherry Tree Beads
New shipment of Gemstone strands
$8,00 each
New Beauties added to the White Gemstone Case
New shipment of Super Duo seed beads
New metal side ways crosses in copper too.
And soooo
much more!!!!
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2013 Fashion Color Trends
 | | PANTONE Fashion Color Report Spring 2013: Women's Color Palette |
click on the video above and learn more about color, balance and 2013 colors from Pantone
click her to see the color trends for 2013 spring
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Greetings!
March Madness
All this month when you take a class you will get 25% off everything in the store the day of your class.
(excludes consignment and trunk show merchandise)
Call 205-621-2426
to sign up for classes
Cha Cha Seed Bead Trunk Show is Back
 March 8th-31st Shop early for selection. all sizes from 6s to 15s, Hexs, Triangles, Cubes, bugles and Italian Seeds too.
Great Prices!!
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Out of the Box Contest Nights
 March 15 7-9
March 29th 7-9Cost $10.00 all supplies included
In this contest you will get 1 hour to create some sort of accessory using anything out of the treasure chest. We will have a guest secret judge (so you cannot bribe them) They will judge each item and the winner will win a $50.00 Bead Biz gift card $20.00 Tandy Leather gift card and an assortment of beading goodiesBring your own tools, needle, thread, knotty board, glue gun and etc. You may use any technique to create but you must use only what is in the treasure chest. Please call to reserve a space 621-2426
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Holy Guacamole Bracelet with Marsha
March 3rd 2-4pm
Beginner class
Ready to party with Marsha? Peyote stitch is easy with Superduos; you'll make this fun bracelet with cute seed bead scallops in no time at all. Use a favorite bead for a closure and dance the night away! This pattern can be made by intermediate beaders or determined beginners; if you're just starting out, you'll probably want some help. If you've already worked with seed beads, and are comfortable following directions and diagrams, then this pattern is for you! Class fee is $30 plus supplies. |
Dangle Delights
March 3rd 2:00-4:00pm
March 16th 10:30-12:30 pm
Design a flower from leaves or briolettes and dangle it as a pendant or make a set into a pair of earrings. There are endless possibilities with different colored leaves or briolettes to choose from. Mix these flowers up with other techniques you have learned and add them to that simple band you beaded or that macrame necklace that needs a little something special. Come admire several samples displayed at the store to get your wheels turning.
Class Fee $30.00
Note:
Supply list will be posted at the store at the beginning of every month
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Please have supplies purchased prior to the start of class.....all classes will start on time with your bead mats set up and ready to go.
Always bring all types of size Fireline and needles, as well as your wire wrapping tools.
Classes are not designed to complete projects. You will learn the bead weaving technique to make your components and learn how to connect them together. The remainder of your creation is to be enjoyed as a beading project at home.
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Beginning Wire Works 101 with Judi
March 7th 6:30-9:30pm
March 23rd 10-1:00pm
Beginner class
Taught by Judy Wilde
All created with about 4" of WIRE!
You will make 3 different sets of earrings and learn to make your own ear wires. Learn to make a clasp or two and Headpins. Also learn how to make the perfect loop and wire-wrap basic beads.
Craft wire is included in the class just need some beads for your earrings or to wrap. Stop by and look at the examples and we can give you a handout. Bring your wire working tools or Lora will have some for purchase.
This class fee is $25.00 .
This one is a good one and it is filling up fast!!
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Diamonds R 4 ever
March 8th 12:30-3:00pm
March 10th 2:00-4:30pm
March 16th 1:30-4:00pm
Beginner class
Enjoy a seed bead and crystal overlay pattern creating diamond shapes. These pieces can be used for earrings, bracelets, rings and necklaces. Make two or make dozens and create a wide cuff or a simple strand by connecting each piece together with jump rings. Elegant or timeless pieces can be achieved by choosing the right seed bead combo to fit your style. Come admire several samples displayed at the store to get your wheels turning.
Class Fee $30.00
Note:
Supply list will be posted at the store at the beginning of every month
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Please have supplies purchased prior to the start of class.....all classes will start on time with your bead mats set up and ready to go.
Always bring all types of size Fireline and needles, as well as your wire wrapping tools.
Classes are not designed to complete projects. You will learn the bead weaving technique to make your components and learn how to connect them together. The remainder of your creation is to be enjoyed as a beading project at home.
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Spring Birds Nest Pendant with Lisa
March 9th 4-6pm March 21st 6:30-8:30pm
March 24th 3-5pm
Learn to make this ever popular Bird nest pendants. This is a beginning wire class but fun for the intermediate student too. You will make several in the one class. All Supplies are included $25.00 Class fee. Instructor Lisa Dunn.
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Tree of Life pendant with Lisa
March 9th 1:30-3:30pm
Beginner Class
Celtic Tree of Life is a symbol of strength, wisdom, rebirth, spirituality and respect for nature.
In this class you will complete at least one tree, and have the skill to make many more. You will discover how exciting it is to see your tree take shape and complete its final form, also to experiment with different shapes and densities of foliage, trunks and branches.
Wire will be included in the class. Beads to bring or purchase should be chips, drops, lentils or small non round pearls. Bring your wire working tools if you have them.
This class will be taught by Lisa Dunn
$30.00 instruction fee will include wire.
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Butterfly Chain Maille Bracelet with
Judi
March 10th 2:00-5:00 pm
Intermediate Class
In honor of the SPRING Equinox on March 20th, let's create something bright and cheery! This is called a Butterfly weave. It isn't complicated, but can appear a bit confusing. A PRACTICE Kit will be provided in class and Sterling Silver and Silver Filled Kits will be available for sale. Chain Maille is created using two pair of pliers: 2 flat-nose or 2 chain-nose or a combo of either. Bring tools if you have them, if not, I have plenty for you to use in class. Class FEE: $35
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Jailhouse Rock Leather Bracelet With Roxy
March 9th 11-1pm
March 28th 6:30-9:30pm
Let's take our new favorite passion to the next level! If you haven't learned how to make a leather cuff yet, don't worry! You'll get a quick lesson in making your pattern, using a rotary cutter, setting snaps and making a new design. We will pick a pendant and wire wrap it onto our finished piece. Hope you can join us!
Roxy Rabb - Instructor Beg-Adv Class fee $35 (includes leather, use of snap setter for the class, and one $3 pendant) Bring any tools (pliers, needle nose) you would like to use and preferred pendant, if you have one you would like to use.
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Viking Weave Bracelet
March 13th 1:00-4:00 pm
March 23rd 1:00-4:00pm
Learn the ancient art of Viking knit weave and make a bracelet. Wire and use of the Draw plate included in class fee. Add your own cones and or beads to make this bracelet. Class fee $30.00 includes wire.
Instructor: Marsha Ingram
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Spring Bouquet Ball with Rosie
March 16th 4-6pm
In this class you will learn to make this beautiful pendant and earrings. This project will be finished at home. You will be making the sections for the ball and will also get instruction for the earrings. When you complete your Spring Bouquet Ball you can hang it from chain or fiber cord. We will have lots of flower beads in stock to choose from. Instructor: Rosie Class fee $30.00 plus supplies. |
Shredded, Beaded, What's it T-Shirt Scarf with Roxy
March 20th 1-3pm
Great Class for that middle school girl on spring break
Have your girls wanted to take a class at Bead Biz?
Do you need a great, cheap distraction for Spring Break?
Have they wanted to learn how to make the t-shirt scarves you see everywhere? Then, this is the class for them!
Class fee $25 (with t-shirt provided)
$20 (bring your own t-shirt)
Middle school age and older.
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No Rules Free-Form Design
Project Bracelet and Earrings
March 21st 3-5pm Beginner class
In this class, Lisa will show you how to make abstract designs with wire. We will make earrings and a bracelet; you may also use this technique to make longer chains. This is a great chance for you to explore your creativity with free-form design. For those who believe that they cannot work without a pattern or instructions, we are going to prove to you that it is easier than you might think. Lisa will lead you on this artistic and flowing journey, making this class fun, easy, and very productive. We will work with wire in 14 and 16 gauges, both "off the roll" and in sections. You may want to bring your own supply as time will likely permit you to make other pieces. Class fee is $25.00 includes wire. Bring you tools if you have them. |
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Lunch Leftover Class with Roxy
(Lunch NOT included) lol
March 30th 12-2pm
Beginner
Picture below is just an example pendant piece not available.
Ok, so....I know all of you beaders have quite a collection of 'leftovers'. You know, those onesie, twosies left over from all of your projects. Gather them all up and let's get creative! Bring your softflex, your leftovers, those 'I don't know what to do with' pieces, and we'll make that unique, one of a kind piece!
Roxy Rabb-instructor
Beg-Advanced
Class fee $20
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When you take a class this month you will get 25% off everything in the store.
(excluding consignment and trunk show items)
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Thanks for all your support and I look forward to seeing you in the store soon.
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Sincerely,
Lora Lunsford
The Bead Biz
205-621-2426
3745 Helena Road Suite100
Helena, Al 35080
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