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2009 Bead Fest Santa Fe Classes

Bead Fest Santa Fe 2009 will be taking place on March 12, 13, 14, & 15th, 2009.

JUST ADDED: 4 NEW LAMPWORKING CLASSES!

Bead Fest Santa Fe 2009 will be held in three downtown locations, all within easy walking distance:
Bazaar: Vendors will be located in the Santa Fe Community Convention Center and the Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza.
Classes:Classes will be held in the Santa Fe Community Convention Center, the Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza, and the Ghost Ranch Abiquiu Santa Fe. From the Convention Center, the Hilton is a 10 minute walk. From the Convention Center, the Ghost Ranch is also a 10 minute walk. Walking from the Hilton to the Ghost Ranch takes 15 - 20 minutes to walk leisurely.
Lampworking classes will be held at Serious Grippage & Light which is a 10 minute drive from the Convention Center. Students must provide their own transportation.

Santa Fe Community Convention Center - 201 W. Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza - 100 Sandoval Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Ghost Ranch Abiquiu Santa Fe - 401 Old Taos Highway, Santa Fe, NM 87501
*Students must provide their own transportation
Serious Grippage & Light - 2350 Fox Rd #100, Santa Fe, NM 87507

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More than 80 classes in 4 days!

Classes start Thursday, March 12 at 9am. Class registration will be open at 8am everyday for last minute registrations.

You may register at the show, but you will be charged a $10 per-class on-site registration fee in addition to the class fee and any kit fee. There is no registration fee for registering in advance.

Travel Info, Hotels, and Links

Classes begin on Thursday, March 12 and will continue through Sunday, March 15th. Classes will be scheduled between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, and Saturday, and between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Sunday, in mostly 3-hour or 7-hour sessions: 9-12, 1-4, 5-8, 9-4, and 1-8. Seven-hour sessions include a break of about one hour. Ending times are approximate. Read Our Cancellation Policy

Remember, a student badge also admits you to the vendor hall for free for all four days of Bead Fest.

Bead Fest Santa Fe 2009 Classes by day:
Thursday, March 12, 2009 | Friday, March 13, 2009 | Saturday, March 14, 2009 | Sunday, March 15, 2009 | Meet our Bead Fest Santa Fe 2009 Instructors


Thursday, March 12, 2009
Coloring Metals
Instructor: Gail Crosman Moore
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $105

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire and Metal

Arctic Circle Necklace
Instructor: Beth Kraft
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $205

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Knot Bead
Instructor: Melanie Schow
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $115

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire Wrap

Spiny Knotted Bracelet
Instructor: Stephanie Sersich
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $150

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Embellished Brooch
Instructor: Gail Crosman Moore
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $110

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Crystal Circle Pendant
Instructor: Beth Kraft
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $130

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Ring Around the Rosie
Instructor: Jill Wiseman
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $105

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Beaded Bangle Bracelet with Hook & Eye Clasp
Instructor: Dale Cougar Armstrong
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $200

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire Wrap

Fusing ~ The Basics
Instructor: Janice Berkebile
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 4
Class Fee (includes kit): $220

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Native American Style Gourd Stitch
Instructor: David Dean
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $180

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Turquoise Woman Bracelet
Instructor: Leah Henriquez Ready
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 3
Class Fee (includes kit): $205

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Embroidery

Objects and Elements- Creating Talismans Jewelry
Instructor: Susan Lenart Kazmer
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $169

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Miracle Metal PMC: Beads
Instructor: Susan Lewis
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $265

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metal Clay

Fantail Illusion Necklace
Instructor: Jeanette Shanigan
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $170

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Double Crystal Cuff
Instructor: Liz Smith
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee : $145

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Rivets: Cold Connections
Instructor: Tracy Stanley
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $180

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Beaded Byzantine Chain Necklace
Instructor: Judy Walker
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $170

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Beginning Glass Beadmaking
Instructor: John Winter
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 3
Class Fee (includes kit): $185

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Lampworking


Friday, March 13, 2009
Majestic Beads
Instructor: Beth Kraft
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $105

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Intro to Resins
Instructor: Tracy Stanley
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $115

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire Wrap

Wound Around
Instructor: Beth Kraft
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $120

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stringing

Viking Knit
Instructor: Denise Peck
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $120

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire Weaving

Riveted Earrings
Instructor: Tracy Stanley
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $105

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire and Metal

Etching Made Easy: Disc Bracelet
Instructor: Meredith Arnold
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $105

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Introduction To Micro-Macramé Jewelry
Instructor: Joan Babcock
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $92

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Design

Custom Collage Charms and Pendants
Instructor: Melinda Barta
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $115

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Design

Spiral Heart Pin
Instructor: Amy Clarke Moore
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $95

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Embroidery

Freeform Brick Stitch Bracelet
Instructor: Leah Henriquez Ready
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 1
Class Fee (includes kit): $130

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Basic Fusing
Instructor: Liz Jones
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $110

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Herringbone Ripple Bracelet
Instructor: Jeanette Shanigan
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $92

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Sterling Wire Wrapped Pendant With LWB
Instructor: Sally Stevens
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $180

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire and Beads

Beaded Buttons - Tiny Treasures
Instructor: Larkin Jean Van Horn
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $90

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Embroidery

Modern Vintage II
Instructor: Kristal Wick
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 5
Class Fee (includes kit): $128

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stringing

Dragon's Treasure Bracelet
Instructor: Nancy Zellers
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $145

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Chandelier Earrings
Instructor: Dale Cougar Armstrong
Skill Level: Advanced
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $210

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire Wrap

Metal Beads
Instructor: Janice Berkebile
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 1
Class Fee (includes kit): $210

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire and Beads

Designing for Bead Embroidery
Instructor: Amy Clarke Moore
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $160

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Embroidery

Two Needle Appliqué
Instructor: David Dean
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $160

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

The Duomo Bracelet
Instructor: Tina Koyama
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 1
Class Fee (includes kit): $175

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Rings Relics and Prong Settings
Instructor: Susan Lenart Kazmer
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $181

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Miracle Metal PMC: Textures
Instructor: Susan Lewis
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 4
Class Fee (includes kit): $250

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metal Clay

Scheherazade
Instructor: Liz Smith
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee : $145

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Classic Rings Redefined
Instructor: Michael David Sturlin
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $250

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire Wrap

Entangled Cubes Necklace
Instructor: Judy Walker
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $180

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Glass + Metal = Magic
Instructor: John Winter
Skill Level: Advanced
Seats Remaining: 1
Class Fee (includes kit): $195

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Lampworking


Saturday, March 14, 2009
Head Pins Ear Wires Clasps & Findings
Instructor: Anne Mitchell
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $130

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Riveted Pendant
Instructor: Tracy Stanley
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $125

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Super Clever Square Stitch
Instructor: Dustin Wedekind
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $92

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Fine Silver Chain Making
Instructor: Anne Mitchell
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 5
Class Fee (includes kit): $180

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Seed Bead-Jeweled Ring
Instructor: Dustin Wedekind
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $92

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Tiptoe
Instructor: Charlene Abrams
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $110

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Josephine Knot Necklace
Instructor: Joan Babcock
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $98

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Design

Etched & Embossed Custom Pendants and Charms
Instructor: Melinda Barta
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $115

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Design

20 Minute Spiral Ring
Instructor: Lisa Claxton
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $130

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Image Transfers on Beach Glass
Instructor: Sherri Haab
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $90

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Design

Intermediate Fusing - Scrap Class
Instructor: Liz Jones
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $110

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Basket-Weave Bangle Bracelet
Instructor: Jeanette Shanigan
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $92

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Cara-Beader Chain Clasp
Instructor: Dustin Wedekind
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $92

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Shhh Sassy Silky Secrets!
Instructor: Kristal Wick
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $100

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stringing

Safari Bracelets
Instructor: Nancy Zellers
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $110

Time: 5-8
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Exploring Polymer Clay
Instructor: Meredith Arnold
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $160

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Clay

Riveted Amulets
Instructor: Janice Berkebile
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $200

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire and Metal

Image Transfers and Color on Metal Clay
Instructor: Sherri Haab
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $190

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metal Clay

Egyptian Waves
Instructor: Met Innmon
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $175

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

The Peacock Bracelet
Instructor: Tina Koyama
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $200

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Berry Cluster Lariat
Instructor: Laura McCabe
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $245

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Minaret Earrings
Instructor: Maggie Meister
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $195

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Goldsmithing - Quick Clasps & Findings
Instructor: Michael David Sturlin
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $250

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Beading on Fabric
Instructor: Larkin Jean Van Horn
Skill Level: Beginner
Seats Remaining: 3
Class Fee (includes kit): $165

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Embroidery

Borosilicate Beadmaking & Color Exploration
Instructor: George O'Grady
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $195

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Lampworking

Earring Frenzy
Instructor: Sally Stevens
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $220

Time: 1-8
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire and Metal


Sunday, March 15, 2009
The Hug Ring
Instructor: Lisa Claxton
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $115

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire and Metal

Promotion and Publicity for the Studio Artist
Instructor: Michael David Sturlin
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $103

Time: 9-12
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Business

Verdura
Instructor: Charlene Abrams
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $105

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Wire Bezel Wrap
Instructor: Lisa Claxton
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: 0
Class Fee (includes kit): $110

Time: 1-4
Type: 3-Hour

Technique: Wire and Beads

Mandalas Mirrors and Magic Crosses
Instructor: Dawn Binette
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $190

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Design

Glenwood Bracelet
Instructor: Nancy Cain
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $190

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Wire Crochet
Instructor: Doris Coghill
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $150

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Wire and Beads

Silver Crocheted Cuff Bracelet
Instructor: Sherri Haab
Skill Level: Advanced
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $205

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metal Clay

Kate's Window on the World
Instructor: Met Innmon
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $215

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

The Phoenix Pendant
Instructor: Tina Koyama
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $185

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Keshi Pearl Necklace
Instructor: Laura McCabe
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: 1
Class Fee (includes kit): $235

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Mosaic Chain Cuff
Instructor: Maggie Meister
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $220

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Fine Silver Pendant Making
Instructor: Anne Mitchell
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $265

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Metalsmithing

Flower Motif Necklace & Earrings
Instructor: Melanie Potter
Skill Level: Intermediate
Seats Remaining: yes
Class Fee (includes kit): $230

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Bead Stitching

Borosilicate Beadmaking & Pendants
Instructor: George O'Grady
Skill Level: All Levels
Seats Remaining: 2
Class Fee (includes kit): $205

Time: 9-4
Type: 7-Hour

Technique: Lampworking