Introduction to Loomweaving

Instructor: Tamara Allison

Begin your loom weaving journey here at Blueberry Beads! This class will teach you how to make a 3 wide bracelet by default, however, there are patterns for both a 5 wide and a 10 wide bracelet you may choose instead if you’re feeling confident. These patterns will be going home with you, so you can also save them for your next looming project! You will learn how to warp the loom for one or multiple bracelets, how to finish with a seamless technique, and variety of tips and tricks along the way. You’ll also be leaving with a fully illustrated set of instructions to keep as a reference for future projects.

Whether you bring or buy your beads, here’s what you’ll need! Only one Blueberry Beads package is needed unless otherwise noted!

Beading Loom (We have Jewel Looms here at the shop!)

Size 10 Beading Needles

Nymo Beading Thread

Tex 70 S-Lon

Beading Mat

Size 11 Seed Beads (1 Bag each of 4 Colors, Delicas are recommended because they will lay the prettiest!)

French Wire

Jump Rings (5 or 6mm)

Lobster Claw Clasps

If you want dangles:

2 inch Headpins

Accent Beads

Optional but preferred:

Chain nose and/or bent nose pliers

20mm slide tube clasp (ONLY if you are making a wider bracelet)

Wire cutters

Round nose pliers

Small embroidery scissors

This class will be held in the Blueberry Beads Classroom space above the Blueberry Beads store. If you’re coming in from the front door, from the foyer, go through the door on the left and up the stairs to reach your destination! If you need help, feel free to ask any of us inside the Blueberry Beads store for guidance.

Recommended Age: 13+ (Children 13 and under MUST have a parent or guardian with them to attend this class)

Questions? Contact Kat Here >>> classes@blueberrybeads.com or 425-540-9096

REFUND POLICY: Students who cancel 5 days (or more) before the start date of their class receive a full refund. Students who cancel 4 days (or less) before the start of their class will ONLY receive a refund for the price of the kit. The instruction fee is non-refundable UNLESS we are able to fill your seat before the start of the class.

CANCELLATIONS: Classes that have not met the minimum number of tickets sold 3 days prior to the date of the class may be subject to cancellation. If your class is cancelled by Blueberry Beads, you will be notified by e-mail or by phone and receive a full refund of tuition and fees.

MISSED CLASSES: Students who have missed a class will not receive a refund of any kind.

HOLD HARMLESS: I agree to hold harmless Blueberry Beads, its officials, and its employees for any and all claims for personal injury and/or property damage in which damage and injury is or appears to be proximately caused in whole or in part by my participation in this program.

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