Student Level: All
Type of Workshop: Project
Prerequisite: No Prerequisites

In just 3 hours, you will learn the wonders of working with shibori silk ribbon to create this luxurious beaded bracelet. No prior beading experience is necessary, instructor will demonstrate all the stitches. You will bead around a central cabochon of your choice, then add the silk for a pleasing background, which you will decorate with beads. You will learn how to line your cuff, then finish the edge with matching beads.

Kit/Materials Fee (payable to instructor at class time):

• $30 includes:
• All the beads needed to complete your bracelet in your choice of colors
• Matching shibori silk ribbon
• A cabochon chosen to match the silk
• A copper cuff
• Ultrasuede
• Beading needle and beading thread
• Tutorial
• Beading mat

Instructor Provided (for use in-class, and to share):

• Samples
• Written Tutorial
• Extra kits
• Extra needles and thread
• Beading mats
• Tools to share as needed
• Aileen's tacky glue

Student should bring:

• Sharp pointed embroidery scissors
• Thimble if needed
• A portable OTT light if needed
• A magnifying glass if needed
• Aileen's tacky glue