Fancy trying your hand at beaded jewellery making? Learn how to work with beads, wire, thread and findings to create beautiful beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings and tiara designs. Join our...
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Explore traditional and contemporary beaded jewellery techniques such as stringing and knotting and learn about which beaded jewellery materials and tools to use to create a professional finish. You will take inspiration from current fashion accessories seen on the catwalk to create your own beaded jewellery and a striking final piece.
What will we cover?
- We will look at all the key Beaded jewellery techniques such as knotting, stringing, wire wrapping and twisting. - We will also explore some Constructed textile techniques for making one-off personal pieces such as macramé and knitting. - You will be introduced to the key beads, findings and tools to use to make personal Beaded Jewellery items. - We will look at how to create a small mood board that explores your personal colour and design themes based on a range of Fashion brands.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Use traditional beaded jewellery techniques to create a set of beaded jewellery. - Create a mood board to present your ideas. - Finish your beaded jewellery objects with appropriate findings. - Use well known Fashion brands as an inspiration for developing your own personal style.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced jewellers looking to experiment in a new medium. You will need to be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and be prepared to take part in group discussions. You should be happy using numbers and able to do simple measurements and calculations.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Through practical demonstrations both to the group and to individuals. Group discussions and feedback are encouraged.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Most materials and equipment will be supplied, but you may want to bring your own beads and pliers. You will be advised on additional materials you will need in the first session.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
City Lit offer a wide range of short and year-long courses in Jewellery design and making, from beginners to advanced, and for professional development.
Browse our current online offer for complementary courses.Your tutor will also be able to advise you on your course.
Beverley has an academic training in Fine Art and Textiles and for a while set up a design business in Knitted Garments. Whilst studying for an MA in Textiles, Beverley started using traditional Bead Weaving, Embroidery and Quilting techniques to create painted and stitched pieces. This led to creating accredited and personal interest short courses in Beaded Jewellery, Fashion and Textiles. Beverley continues to use constructive Textile techniques within her teaching practise. She is actively involved in her community and works closely with local charities to explore how Art and Craft increases Well Being. She is a member of Hastings Arts Forum where she curates Textile shows and exhibits.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
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Join our introductory course for all levels to discover where to find the best beads, how to knot with thread, manipulate and twist wire and learn how to finish your work using clasps.</p>- We will look at all the key Beaded jewellery techniques such as knotting, stringing, wire wrapping and twisting.<br/> - We will also explore some Constructed textile techniques for making one-off personal pieces such as macramé and knitting.<br/> - You will be introduced to the key beads, findings and tools to use to make personal Beaded Jewellery items.<br/>- We will look at how to create a small mood board that explores your personal colour and design themes based on a range of Fashion brands.- Use traditional beaded jewellery techniques to create a set of beaded jewellery.<br/> - Create a mood board to present your ideas.<br/> - Finish your beaded jewellery objects with appropriate findings.<br/>- Use well known Fashion brands as an inspiration for developing your own personal style.This course is suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced jewellers looking to experiment in a new <br/> medium.<br/> You will need to be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and <br/> safety information, and be prepared to take part in group discussions. You should be happy using numbers and able<br/> to do simple measurements and calculations.Through practical demonstrations both to the group and to individuals. Group discussions and feedback are encouraged.Most materials and equipment will be supplied, but you may want to bring your own beads and pliers. You will be advised on additional materials you will need in the first session.City Lit offer a wide range of short and year-long courses in Jewellery design and making, from beginners to advanced, and for professional development. <br/><br/>Browse our current online offer for complementary courses.Your tutor will also be able to advise you on your course.Jewellery design & makingNon-precious & experimental materialsvirtual263329214VV657NONESat09/05/26 - 30/05/2610:30 - 16:3010:3016:304 sessions (over 4 weeks)41 to 4 weeksWeekendKSKeeley StreetBeverley SellSome experienceAvailable courses2026-05-09T00:00:00+00:00DaytimeMay 2026Art & design329329Introduction to beaded jewelleryintroduction-to-beaded-jewellery/vv657-2526<p>Fancy trying your hand at beaded jewellery making? Learn how to work with beads, wire, thread and findings to create beautiful beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings and tiara designs. Join our introductory course for all levels to discover where to find the best beads, how to knot with thread, manipulate and twist wire and learn how to finish your work using clasps.</p>0000-Available|2026-05-09 00:00:00<p>Explore traditional and contemporary beaded jewellery techniques such as stringing and knotting and learn about which beaded jewellery materials and tools to use to create a professional finish.<br/>You will take inspiration from current fashion accessories seen on the catwalk to create your own beaded jewellery and a striking final piece.</p><p>Fancy trying your hand at beaded jewellery making? Learn how to work with beads, wire, thread and findings to create beautiful beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings and tiara designs. Join our introductory course for all levels to discover where to find the best beads, how to knot with thread, manipulate and twist wire and learn how to finish your work using clasps.</p>- We will look at all the key Beaded jewellery techniques such as knotting, stringing, wire wrapping and twisting.<br/> - We will also explore some Constructed textile techniques for making one-off personal pieces such as macramé and knitting.<br/> - You will be introduced to the key beads, findings and tools to use to make personal Beaded Jewellery items.<br/>- We will look at how to create a small mood board that explores your personal colour and design themes based on a range of Fashion brands.- Use traditional beaded jewellery techniques to create a set of beaded jewellery.<br/> - Create a mood board to present your ideas.<br/> - Finish your beaded jewellery objects with appropriate findings.<br/>- Use well known Fashion brands as an inspiration for developing your own personal style.This course is suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced jewellers looking to experiment in a new <br/> medium.<br/> You will need to be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and <br/> safety information, and be prepared to take part in group discussions. You should be happy using numbers and able<br/> to do simple measurements and calculations.Through practical demonstrations both to the group and to individuals. Group discussions and feedback are encouraged.Most materials and equipment will be supplied, but you may want to bring your own beads and pliers. You will be advised on additional materials you will need in the first session.City Lit offer a wide range of short and year-long courses in Jewellery design and making, from beginners to advanced, and for professional development. <br/><br/>Browse our current online offer for complementary courses.Your tutor will also be able to advise you on your course.Jewellery design & makingNon-precious & experimental materialsconfigurable
