North House Folk School - Courses, Classes, Workshops

Bead Embroidery: The Pin Series

Clothing & Jewelry, Fiber Arts

Jo Wood

Discover the magic of “painting with beads” through your choice of seven different signature beaded lapel pin projects. A reflection of the art and craft of bead embroidery, artist Jo Wood will lead you through your choice of one or two bead embroidered projects, time permitting. The birch tree pin captures the essence of this tree species of the North. The lady slipper pin reflects the natural beauty of Minnesota's state flower. The Christmas tree pin is just a perfect touch for a holiday gift. The dragonfly pin is playful in color and dimension. For the beginning beader this course offers an opportunity to learn basic stitches. For the experienced and returning beader it’s a unique, rewarding project to expand your creative palette of painting with beads.

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

Dates

Thu, Feb 16, 2012 *

Course Details

Length in days:

Hours:

9am-5pm

Tuition:

$75.00 per student (Regular rate)

Materials:

Varies ($18-$70)

Levels:

All Levels

Age with adult:

12+ (Review age guidelines/policy)

* The Feb 16, 2012 course is part of the Northern Fiber Retreat event

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!)