Jewellery: bead stringing

Learn the basics of bead stringing; combining beads, knotting between beads and how to finish your work using clasps. For all abilities. Basic materials included.

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Key course information

Date
29/10/11

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £64^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VV849

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Learning basic techniques in bead stringing.

What topics will we cover?

- Learn how to string beads
- Knot between beads
- Colour co-ordination
- Finishing pieces.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Make at least 2 pieces of jewellery independently
- String beads
- Knot between beads
- Make and attach clasps
- Open and close jump rings
- Crimp.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Basic level, no prior experience needed.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will be taught through demonstrations given by the tutor to the whole class as well as on a 1:1 basis when required. Independent practice is also part of the lesson in order for students to practice new techniques to make pieces of jewellery. No outside work required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Tools and equipment: If you have your own basic beading tools, ( Jewellery wire cutters, flat nose/snipe nose, long nose pliers and round nose pliers bring them along.

Materials: Although basic materials will be provided such as acrylic beads, if you have beads of your own, bring them along.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Advice on other jewellery courses at City Lit is available from your jewellery tutor and by phoning Visual Arts on 020 7492 2700.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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