<IMG SRC="nonflash.gif" width=225 height=175 BORDER=0> Island Bead Company - Melbourne, Florida

Retail Beads & Custom Beaded Jewelry Designs

401 N. Wickham Road • Melbourne, Florida 32935 • 321.752.6545
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We update this page as we add classes and as classes fill up, so check back regularly.

Modified May 7
Sorry, Beginning & Intermediate Wire Wrap on Friday, 5/23 are full.
We will try to have Dawn back real soon!

Don't forget our SPECIAL EVENT - WIRE WRAP ARTIST - May 23 & 24!!

& 2 Dichroic Glass Classes where you use your creativity to design 4 beautiful art pieces to wear !

Our classes are free of charge (unless otherwise stated), however all supplies must be purchased from our shop.

ADVANCED SIGNUP is required and its as easy as 1, 2, 3! (Sorry, we cannot accept walk-ins for classes.)
  1. SEE WHAT YOU CAN CREATE when you attend our classes. Click on example to pop-up a photo. Obviously, your piece may vary based on the beads you use, we'll teach the technique, but your creativity is the key!
  2. SIGN UP ONLINE: by clicking "sign up" you will be connected to email to register for the classes you choose.
    1. Provide your name AND daytime & evening phone numbers in the email.
    2. You will receive a confirmation email or call from the shop
    3. Sorry, no Online sign ups 2 days prior to a class, but you may call the store to see if we have any openings.
    If you don't choose to signup online, we also accept advanced signup's by phone or in the store.
  3. SHOW UP at class and let your creativity run wild! Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to choose your supplies.
NOTE: We pay instructors for each class, so please be considerate and notify us ASAP,
if you must cancel, but at least 24 hours prior to your class.


CLASS DATE &
TIME
INSTRUCTOR SIGN UP
Slinky Bracelet
example
Thursday, May 1
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Ndebele Rope Necklace
example
Monday, May 5
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Nancy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Beginning Bead Bracelet
example
Monday, May 5
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Liz Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Beginning Earring
example
Monday, May 5
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Liz Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Indian Medley Bracelet
example
Tuesday, May 6
11:30 a.m.. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Puffed Heart
example
Wednesday, May 7
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Delightful Bracelet
example
Thursday, May 8
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Crystal Weave Bracelet
example
Friday, May 9
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Helen Sign up
(please include your phone number)

DICHROIC GLASS
example

$50 Class Fee*
$25 non-refundable deposit
due by WEDNESDAY, May 7

MAKE AT LEAST 4 PIECES!
Saturday, May 10
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 0p.m.
*Fee paid to instructor includes supplies

You've seen it at art shows,
now create your own design...
for the price you'd have to pay for 1 !
Rhonda Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewPeyote Loop Bracelet
Class 1 of 2
example
Monday, May 12
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Nancy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Dew Drop Necklace
example
Tuesday, May 13
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewSummer Holly
example
Wednesday, May 14
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Crystal Weave Bracelet
example
Wednesday, May 14
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Helen Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Sexy Peyote Cuff
example
Thursday, May 15
11:00 a.m..- 3:00 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Beaded Slide
example
Thursday, May 15
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewBeginning Peyote
2 patterns to choose from
or make an amulet bag

Friday, May 16
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Helen Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Beginning Bead Bracelet
example
Saturday, May 17
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Liz Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Beginning Earring
example
Saturday, May 17
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Liz Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Ziggy Bracelet
example
Monday, May 19
11:30 a.m..- 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewPeyote Loop Bracelet
Class 2 of 2
example
Monday, May 19
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Nancy 2nd of 2 Classes
Peyote Dazzle Earrings
example
Tuesday, May 20
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Opulent Pearl Bracelet
example
Thursday, May 22
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewBayou Breeze Necklace
Class 1 of 2
example
Thursday, May 22
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)

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WIRE WRAPPING & WIRE SCULPTING EVENT
Instruction By Popular Wire Artist, Dawn Thornton

Friday & Saturday, May 23-24,

2 sessions each day — $45 each session covers materials & instructions
NOTE: $15 deposit
for each session you wish to attend, due by Monday, May 19.


      Dawn has been teaching wire wrapping and wire sculpture for 14 years.
She is an instructor at William Holland School of Lapidary Arts, Tomoka Gem and Mineral Society and several other areas. Dawn's designs have been featured on the cover of Wire Artist Jeweler Magazine.
Sign up for classes ASAP, they will sell out!
NewWire Wrap Event - Session #1
Beginner Level
example
SORRY, this class is full.
We will try to have Dawn back soon!
Friday, May 23
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dawn Thornton Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewWire Wrap Event - Session #2
Intermediate Level
example
SORRY, this class is full.
We will try to have Dawn back soon!
Friday, May 23
2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Dawn Thornton Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewWire Wrap Event - Session #3
Advanced Level
example
Saturday, May 24
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dawn Thornton Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewWire Wrap Event - Session #4
Wire Sculpture
example
Saturday, May 24
2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Dawn Thornton Sign up
(please include your phone number)


Beginning Bead Bracelet
example
Monday, May 26
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Liz Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Beginning Earring
example
Monday, May 26
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Liz Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Patchwork Bracelet
example
Tuesday, May 27
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Jubilee Necklace
example
Wednesday, May 28
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
Island Flower Bracelet
example
Thursday, May 29
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Judy Sign up
(please include your phone number)
NewBayou Breeze Necklace,
Class 2 of 2
example
Thursday, May 29
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Judy 2nd of 2 Classes

NewBeginning Peyote
2 patterns to choose from
or make an amulet bag

Friday, May 30
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Helen Sign up
(please include your phone number)

DICHROIC GLASS
example

$50 Class Fee*
$25 non-refundable deposit
due by WEDNESDAY, May 28

MAKE AT LEAST 4 PIECES!
Saturday, May 31
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
*Fee paid to instructor includes supplies

You've seen it at art shows,
now create your own design...
for the price you'd have to pay for 1 !
Rhonda Sign up
(please include your phone number)

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• ISLAND BEAD COMPANY •
Hours:
Monday - Saturday 10am to 5 pm
Plus two extra hours on Thursday (til 7pm to better accommodate people who work)
We are always closed on Sunday.
Note: Classes or private parties are often scheduled after regular store hours.
email: beaders@islandbeadcompany.com