18915 W Capitol Drive
Suite 108
Brookfield, WI 53045
262-781-7670
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BEADALON SILVER WIRE

We carry this sterling-silver colored, flexible beading wire in both 7-strand & 19-strand. You will be amazed at how this brightly coated silver wire will jazz up your designs!
OVAL MEMORY WIRE!

Well, we didn’t have this oval style in the old days...no siree!  And from what we hear from customers this is the BEST THING since sliced bread...No more pinching and an easy fit for anyone with a larger wrist. Each package contains a continuous 12 loops of bracelet memory wire made from Carbon Steel.  It will always keep its shape...just like a slinky!  Because of its hard temper, we recommend using a memory wire cutters so you don’t dull your regular cutters.
KUMIHIMO HANDLE

This innovative new Kumihimo accessory helps to reduce hand fatigue so you can braid longer and faster!  The hollow plastic Kumi handle enables you to hold and rotate the disk with one hand while you move the threads with the other.  The disk will hold threads firmly as you braid. Handle sold separately or with disk.
ENDLESS LOOM
 
No warp ends to tie off!  Create stretch, clasp & wrap-style bracelets! Simple to assemble and easy to use.  Custom size the loom for a perfect fit.  Make bracelets up to 9x3-1/2 inches.
ENDLESS LOOM BRACELET IDEA

Thank you to a wonderful customer who came in our store with this wonderful, no-clasp bracelet she made with our Picasso seed beads on her endless-loom.  Absolutely fantastic!  I want to make one! 
KUMI LITE WEIGHT
 
Make the process of creating kumihimo braids easier by using the Kumi Weight! This weight keeps braiding tension consistent when you easily attach the alligator clip to the end of your braid. The ideal weight for a consistent weave of your braid.
THREAD MAGIC

Like many of you, I am mourning the loss of Thread Heaven. The company stopped production over a year ago.  I’ve depended on Thread Heaven for conditioning my beading thread for almost as long as I’ve been beading.  I do have a small stash, but I will eventually need to come up with an alternative.
 
Have you tried the new Thread Magic?  I think I’ve found a great conditioner that out-performs other conditioners in every way.  It prevents thread fraying and tangling and makes thread glide thru beads with very little drag...it’s a winner in my book!
BIG WRAPPER LOOPING PLIERS

Looping pliers are HOT...and now we carry 3 popular sizes!
Whether you’re creating eye-pin loops, memory wire loops, custom bails, special sizes of jump rings or your own chain links, these wire-wrapping and loop-making pliers make it easy to create consistent sizes and shapes of jewelry loops, time after time.
NEW SIZES OF S-LON BEAD CORD

We now carry the popular S-Lon bead cord in both heavy and fine.  This twisted, bonded multifilament nylon cord is used for kumihimo, macramé, knotting and stringing
NEW WIDER CYMBAL TILA COMPONENTS
ARE HERE!

You asked for them and we got ‘em!  Larger, wider Cymbal findings for your Tila Beads.  After our Tila Cymbal bracelet class last week many students asked if wider components were available...AND NOW WE HAVE THEM.  Get yours today!
WE ARE HAVING FUN...

Here are a few project ideas we came up with for the new Cymbal components.  Stop in today to see our vast selection of these wonderful metal endings & connectors that fit perfectly with your 2-hole beads.
POP-UP CLASS!

Brand spanking new class!  This recently created class is not on the current class schedule but is hot off my beading needle!  Stop in or call today to sign-up (262)781-7670.  And the project is...
 
ZOLI DUO CYMBAL BRACELET
Tuesday, July 2, 5:00-7:30 p.m.

$30, All Materials Included plus use of tools.
Learn how to stitch together Etched Vitrail Zoli Duos and Cymbal findings to create a gorgeous bracelet complete with chain & crystal dangles.  Plan to leave with a finished bracelet on your wrist!
UPCOMING CLASSES!
LEARN SOMETHING NEW!
 
Class sizes are limited.
To sign-up please stop in store or call (262)781-7670.
If calling please have credit card handy.
HOW TO MAKE AN ADJUSTABLE DRAWSTRING BRACELET
Tuesday, July 2, 2:00-3:30
 
Join us as you learn techniques that you can use over & over again in your jewelry.  Learn how to make a cotton cord bracelet with a Tree of Life centerpiece with an adjustable knot closure so the bracelet can fit just about any wrist and you can put it on & take it off easily.  Skill Level: Beginner.
Class Fee: $20, Includes All Materials and use of tools.
HOW TO MAKE WIRE WRAPPED LOOPS
Friday, July 5, 11:00-1:00 p.m.
 
Wire wrapped loops give more security to your work as well as a more professional finish.  Join us as we learn about gauge wire, tools & techniques to make perfect wire wrapped loops for your projects.  Plan to leave this class with a finished bracelet to take home.  Skill Level: Beginner.
Class Fee: $20, Includes All Materials and use of tools.
HOW TO MAKE STRETCHY BRACELETS
Friday, July 5, 2:00-3:00

There’s no getting away from stretch bracelets these days!  Whether worn alone or as a stack of arm candy.  Learn how to make the best elastic bracelets and how to make knots to ensure they don’t break or come untied with some helpful tips & tricks!  Plan to leave this class with TWO stretchy bracelets!  Skill Level: Beginner.
Class Fee: $20, All Materials Included and use of tools.
SECRET OF ATLANTIS NECKLACE
Saturday, July 6, 10:30-12:30 p.m.
 
A perfect class for those of you who want to start beading...or just love ancient looking jewelry with semi-precious gemstones, freshwater pearls, glass, crystals & finished off with a green patina centerpiece that resembles an ancient coin. In this class you will learn how to lay out your design, string & finish off necklaces professionally with a few basic tips & techniques.
Skill Level: Beginner/Stringing.
Class Fee: $38, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED and use of tools.
KNOT ON PURPOSE NECKLACE
Saturday, July 6, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
 
Make a long knotted necklace using a beading awl, 2 strands of nylon cord, crystals and turquoise beads! Learn all the tips and tricks to make knotting with 2 strands easy! Skill Level: Beginner/Knotting.
Class Fee: $30, ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED and use of tools.
KUMIHIMO FOR BEGINNERS
Sunday, July 7, 12:30-3:30
 
Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese form of braiding using mulitiple strands of cord. Learn how to use a kumihimo disc, what weights to use, what beads & cords work best and how to finish a piece. Though it may seem daunting at first, getting the right supplies and learning the basic technique will have you making kumihimo braids in no time!
Class Fee: $40 (Includes Kumihimo Disk); Other Materials Not Included.
METAL STAMPING FOR BEGINNERS
Tuesday, July 9, 11:00-12:00 p.m.
 
Learn metal stamping basics!  This class covers the necessary tools and materials needed for this fun & addicting hobby. You will make TWO pendants by hammering an initial or a favorite saying on a metal blank, punching a hole & oxidizing and polishing the metal and attaching chain.  Get ready to have some fun and learn something new. 
Skill Level: Any.
Class Fee: $20, All Materials Included and use of tools.
TIP TOE CHAIN BRACELET
Tuesday, July 9, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
 
Join us for a Tuesday “Happy Hour” project!  Learn how to string a crystal bracelet with flexible beading wire & chain links.  Learn how to use wire protectors, crimp beads and make a perfectly sized bracelet just for you as you enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or soda. 
Skill Level: Beginner.
Class Fee: $25, All Materials Included and use of tools.
RAW JEWEL NECKLACE
Thursday, July 11, 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Get ready for rave reviews to come your way as you wear this solitaire 10mm Swarovski crystal cube necklace around your neck! Learn how to right angle weave delica beads around a crystal cube and how to attach chain almost invisibly for necklace that will become your signature piece of jewelry. Skill Level: Beginner.
Class Fee: $35, All Materials Included and use of tools.
Happy Beading!
Alice
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Professional Jewelry Repairs
We're happy to offer repairs of beaded jewelry to our list of services. Whether it's Grandmas favorite piece that was handed down... or a newer piece you purchased last week. We will be happy to take a look at it and let you know if we can complete the repair, how long and how much the repair will cost. For most repairs, we will ask for the piece to be left with us... Oftentimes, we may be able to complete the repair while you wait.
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18915 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 108
Phone:
(262)781-7670
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