We will be closed on Tuesday, August 15,2023.
store location: 3229 Houston Ave. , Houston. Texas 77009
713-868-1310 sales@novabeads.net
Tues. 10:00 am. - 4:00 pm.
Wed. by appt.
Thurs. 10:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
Fri. 10:00 am. - 3:00 pm.
Sat. 10:00 am. - 4:00 pm.
Sun. 1:00 pm. - 4:00 pm.
Mon. closed
NEW CLASSES
June - August 2023
Saturday, June 24th, 11:00 am. - 2:00 pm.
Beaded Kumihumo Bracelet Class : Use the ancient cord and bead weaving technique called Kumihimo to make a beautiful bracelet.
Instruction: $50 Project fee: depends on beads you choose.
Friday, July 7th, 11:00 am. - 1:00 pm.
Wire Wrapped Rings Class: Create unique wire wrapped rings by hand with those special beads, that are just right, and wire of your choice.
Instruction: $35 Project fee: depends on beads and wire you choose
Sunday, July 16th, 1:00 pm. -3:30 pm.
Brick Stitch Earrings Class : Learn how to make these fun and playful earrings using the brick stitch weave. These earrings are easy to work up. Taught by seed bead artist Josie Watts.
Instruction: $45 Project fee: depends on your choice of beads
Saturday, July 22nd, 11:00 am. -1:30 pm.
Seed Bead Stack Wrap Class: Get creative with seed bead patterns using the infinity weave, stacking multiple strands, and finishing off with adjustable clasp to make this trendy bracelet.
Instruction: $40 Project fee: depends on bead choice
Sunday, August 6th, 1:00 pm. - 3:00 pm.
Twisted Hoop Beaded Earring Class: Sharpen up your wire working skills with this class. These earrings are nice and light with just the right touch of embellishment beads of your choice. Taught by Josie Watts
Instruction: $40 Project fee: depends on choice of beads, leather, and wire you choose
Sunday, August 20th, 1:00 pm. - 3:00 pm.
Wire Wrapped Antler Pendant Class: In this class you will learn wire techniques to wrap and make unique bails for antler tips giving you an original, organic pendant to add to your accessories. You will choose your wire and embellishment beads.
Instruction: $40 Project fee: depends on choice of beads
Basic Beaded Jewelry Classes: Learn basic stringing and wire wrapping skills. These are two and a half hour classes, the instruction fee is $40 for each class, and the projects/materials fee is $47 for each class. In Basic I, we will work on stringing jewelry using elastic cord and jewelry wire cord (crimping). We will also work on creating earrings. In Basic II, we will work on stringing jewelry using nylon cord and leather. We will also work on creating bails for pendants, teardrops, and briolettes.
Upcoming Basic I Class:
Sunday, June 25th, 1:00 pm. - 3:30 pm.
Friday, July 21st, 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Saturday, August 5th, 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Upcoming Basic II Class:
Sunday, July 30th, 1:00 pm. - 3:30 pm.
Friday, August 25th, 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Intermediate Beading Classes: A step up from the basic. You will work on a multi-strand necklace and earring set utilizing components and details of finishing. The instruction fee is $40, and the project/materials fee is $45.
Upcoming Intermediate classes:
Sunday, July 9th, 1:00 pm. -3 :30 pm.
Traditional Knotting Class: Basic hand-knotting technique. In this class, you will make a freshwater pearl necklace. It is a two and a half hour class, the instruction fee is $40, and the project fee/materials fee is $27.
Upcoming knotting classes
Friday, June 30th, 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Saturday, August 19th, 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Basic Wire Wrapping Class: We will wire wrap an agate slice/pendant that has no hole, as well as work on beaded links for a chain. This instruction fee is $40, and the project fee is $34.
Upcoming wire wrapping classes:
Friday, June 16th , 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Saturday, July 15th, 10:30 am. - 1:00 pm.
Call us directly @ 713-868-1310 to register for all classes.
*Credit card number will be required to hold your reserved seat.
*At least a 24hr. cancellation notice is required, or your card will be charged the amount of the
instruction for the class (non-refundable & non-transferable).