North House Folk School - Courses, Classes, Workshops

Bead Embroidery

Fiber Arts

Jo Wood

The use of beads has spanned cultures across the globe for more than 6000 years. Learn how this traditional needle art can be used in an innovative way. Jo's goal is to demystify to the basic materials and techniques of bead embroidery and introduce you to "painting" with beads. While working with bead colors and textures, you will also learn about composition, transferring patterns, and how to add depth & dimension to your beadwork. Bring your favorite landscape image to class. You will make your own unique bead art on felted wool (material provided). Your piece can be finished as a pin or framed. Come join us for a fun and relaxed creative experience and learn a new skill for your future projects.

Jo's approach to 'painting with beads' is a unique combination of tradition and innovation. Preview Jo's bead embroidery style on her website by visiting www.jowoodbeads.com

Dates

Sat, Aug 18, 2012 - Sun, Aug 19, 2012

(Available for registration on 03/01/2012 after 08:00AM)

Course Details

Length in days:

Hours:

9am-5pm

Tuition:

$170.00 per student (May 1-Oct 31)
$150.00 per student (Nov 1 - Apr 30)

Materials:

$25.00

Levels:

Beginner

Making it happen:

When should I enroll?
We can't hold classes without students! Decisions regarding course cancellations (as related to minimum enrollment) are made three weeks before the class starts--so if you've got a course in mind, plan ahead and sign up at least three weeks in advance! That way we'll know you're coming, courses are more likely to meet minimum enrollment numbers, and then they'll actually take place.
Also watch for the words "nearly full" next to course dates. When that notation appears it means there are only one or two spots left--so sign up soon!
Do you take last minute registrations?
Of course! Although it's important that courses meet minimum enrollment three weeks before their scheduled start dates, we know that life doesn't always allow for prior planning. As long as there are still spots left in a course we're happy to accept your registration last minute.
When will new course dates be posted?
New course dates are posted both in the spring and fall to coordinate with our course catalog release dates. All the new dates are opened for enrollment on the same day and at the same time, so that everyone gets a fair crack at a spot in the courses they're interested in. As that time rolls around we announce when the new dates will "go live" in our e-newsletter. (sign up here!)