Bellefire Beads - Jewelry Classes, Jewelry Workshop, Jewelry Instructions, Private Jewelry Lessons, Wire Jewelry Techniques, Metal Smithing, Metal Etching, Viking Knit Bezels and Chains - Connecticut, Mansfield Center CT, Manchester CT, Hartford CT, Storrs CT

Welcome to my New Jewelry Making Blog

Kris — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:31:34 +0000

This my first blog post in my new Jewelry Making Blog. I will use this space from time to time to discuss the following topics: jewelry design and jewelry making, upcoming jewelry classes and workshops, posts on other jewelry makers and their techniques… and I will point out other blogs and websites that I like. I’d [...]

Jewelry-Making Blog

Kris — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:19:21 +0000

Student Gallery

admin — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 16:29:45 +0000

Spiral Rope Lariat with Branch Hinge

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:20:16 +0000

Create a beautiful, flowing lariat using this easy to master spiral weave technique. You will also learn to create a cascade of glass leaves, flowers, and branches that will transform your necklace into a gorgeous art piece.

Stained Glass / Collage Pendants

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:19:33 +0000

Using stained glass and collage techniques on glass, including stamping, metal leaf, paint and yes… even funky fibers to create strikingly unique pendant(s) and charms for your beaded creations. Materials list available at time of registration.

Jewelry Classes Offered

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 18:49:48 +0000

In addition to the schedule of jewelry workshops and classes taught each semester at Bellefire Beads Studio and Manchester Community College and EastConn, the following classes are offered privately. A minimum of three participants is required for private group classes. Please call Kris at 860-429-9786 to inquire about workshops in these techniques. Altered Photo Beaded Pendants Bead [...]

PMC Rings

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:58:42 +0000

This class will focus on learning the fundamentals of ring making with PMC3. You will learn how to size a ring correctly, how to build a perfect ring shank, layering and adding texture to your ring, and stone setting using a pre-finished fine silver bezel and small [...]

Netted Lace

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:58:11 +0000

This class will teach you the basics of netting stitch while creating a gorgeous, flowing lacy bracelet or necklace made of seed beads and crystals then embellished with a layer of teardrops.

Freeform Peyote Bracelet

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:57:15 +0000

Using an assortment of beads, learn to make this fun and funky bracelet in this easy off-loom weaving technique. Materials list available at time of registration.

Freeform Bead Embroidery

admin — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:56:49 +0000

Learn the basic stitches of bead embroidery, bezelling a cabochon, finishing and embellishing, while creating a unique embroidered pendant.