Gemstone Beads, Supplies and Tools at 50% off when you take any one of our classes. You are then entitled to 50% off on the day of the class. Our experienced designers will offer their expertise in a friendly professional manner.

We offer a wide variety of classes for all beaders. No matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned beader, we have a class that will get your creative juices flowing. Browse through our classes and when you're ready to commit to a class, read over the registration info and give us a call at 412-391-5310

Jewelry design is a hobby that allows you to create one-of-a-kind designs that can be sold at a profit, or given as gifts to friends and family. More than beads and classes we design 1000's of unique jewelry necklaces, earrings etc. that you can browse for purchase..

What we can offer...

CRYSTAL RIVER GEMS CLASS LISTING:

This is a list of available classes offered

Most classes are between 1 – 2 hours long and meet just once or split over 2 days. You can split over 2 lunch breaks if nessarry. This is convenient for those who do not want to commit to a set schedule of courses. The classes may also be taken in any order and by anyone, though we do encourage you to build upon the basics. Classes vary in difficulty and skill level from beginner to advanced. We break our classes down into different levels, so that you know where to begin, what you’ve learned, and what to take next. A great place to begin is with the 100-level Basic Beading classes. While it is not required that you take any one class before another, we strongly suggest starting with all basic 100's than proceed to the intermediate 200's. Check back for more class projects to be added soon.

NOTE: All supplies, beads and finding are half off before every class. Come before the class and shop for your project or to take home and enjoy 50% off your total bead and findings.

Value - We believe that our customers should not only receive great service, selection, and education in a creative environment, but that they should also receive great value for their money as we maintain competitive pricing and unbeatable bargains.

Let's Make a Necklace - Easy Beginner	Easy Earrings for Beginners	Fun With Wire Intermediate	Crystal Cluster Ring Intermediate
Class #100-$20.00	Class #101-$20.00	Class #200-$30.00	Class #201-$28.00
This is a great class to learn the basics of stringing simple necklaces or bracelets. We’ll teach you all about the various tools, bead stringing cords and findings. You’ll learn how to finish your pieces using clasps and crimp beads, wire guardians and crimp covers. You'll also learn about the variety of findings. By the end of class you will have completed a necklace and have all the skills you need to make that perfect accessory!	This is a great starter class! We’ll teach you the basic techniques involved to create earrings with head pins, eye pins and ear wires. You'll learn the simple loop technique which you can apply later to create linked bracelets or necklaces. You’ll make two pairs of earrings in class, one with dangle. A few other earring styles will be demonstrated as well.	The first step in our wire-working series. Learn the basic wrapped coil or bailing technique. This is a more secure way to make earrings without soldering. You will make a pair of sterling silver earrings in class. Technique can later be applied to linked bracelets and necklaces.	Add some bling to your wardrobe with our fabulous Swarovski crystal cluster ring. In this class you will learn how to make a wire band which will be the base for your cluster. Then embellish the ring with your choice of crystals. This makes for a stunning cocktail ring which is sure to get you tons of compliments.
Bring your own beads and findings or come a little early and pick out your gemstone beads and findings at 50% off everything..
Time 90 min	Time 60 min	Time 90 min	Time 90 min
Materials are not included - Pay for materials before class begins.	Materials are included	Materials are included	Materials are included

Chain Link Necklace Intermediate	Beaded Watch Bracelet Beginner	Multi-Strand Intermediate
Class #202- $40.00	Class #102-$45.00	Class #203-$30.0
We will demonstrate how to make a simple and fashionable necklace using pre-crafted chain and wire. Also use this class to perfect your coiled eye pins.	This is a great starter class! Learn to make a watch with nearly any materials that you choose, and in just an hour and a half. Watches this affordable can be made to match anything!	Connect as many strands as desired into a single necklace using the techniques taught in this class
Materials: a) 12-14" of chain (sterling, gold filled, copper, or plated) b) 5 feet of 20 or 22 gauge round wire or coiled eye pins. c) 10-20 beads in any shape or size.
Time 120 min	Time 90 min	Time 90 min
Materials are not included - Pay for materials before class begins.	Watch face is provided - Bring or purchase beads and findings before class begins.	Materials are not included - Pay for materials before class begins.

Top Drilled Wire Wrap Pendant Intermediate	Jump Ring Bracelet Intermediate	Charm Bracelets Intermediate	5 Slice Agate Necklace Intermediate
Class #205- $35.00	Class #206-$25.00	Class #207-$35.00	Class #208-$24.00
We will demonstrate a decorative top drilled wire wrap on a pendant. We provide a top drilled pendant and craft wire. Advance your wire working skills with a captivating cage to hold your cabs or other pendants	Have some spare jump rings? Bring them to mix and match for your bracelet. JUMP RING BEADING classes teach you to use jump rings to create earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Endless variations can be utilized when you learn these principles and patterns .	Make your own charm bracelet with any beads or charms you want!	Add some Agate Geode Slices to your wardrobe. Use Jump rings and chain to assemble a very trendy agate necklace.
Time 90 min	Time 90 min	Time 90 min	Time 60 min
Materials are included	Materials are not included - Pay for materials before class begins.	Materials are not included - Pay for materials before class begins.	Materials are not included - Pay for materials before class begins.