Upcoming events
April 2024 General Meeting
April 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Byzantine Chainwork
Instructor: Laura Jessup
Supplies:
Byzantine Chainmail Kits Available for Purchase at April 28th Class:
· 140 Sterling Silver 4mm (ID) Rings and Clasp to make a 7-1/2” Bracelet, Kit Cost: $65
· 140 Copper 4mm (ID) Rings and Clasp to make a 7-1/2” Bracelet, Kit Cost: $15
· 140 Jeweler’s Bronze 4mm (ID) Rings and Clasp to make a 7-1/2” Bracelet, Kit Cost: $24
· 140 Stainless Steel 4mm (ID) Rings and Clasp to make a 7-1/2” Bracelet, Kit Cost: $24
ID stands for Inner Diameter.
If you wish to make your bracelet longer, she will have extra rings available for purchase.
Tools for the class:
· Magnifier
· Work Surface
· Chain Nose Pliers – two pairs
These can be straight or bent – she uses one of each.
· A relaxed and good attitude always helps for every new adventure.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
May 2024 General Meeting
May 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Rolling Rivoli
Instructor: Liz Turner
Supplies:
1-2 - 12mm Rivoli
20 - Rulla Beads
1g - 11/0 Japanese Seed Beads
1g - 15/0 Japanese Seed Beads
2 - 8/0 Japanese Seed Beads
20 (optional) - Pinch Beads
Needle
Thead of Choice (Nymo, Fireline)
2 - Jump Rings
2 - Ear wires
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
June 2024 General Meeting
June 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: French Beaded Flower
Instructor: Louise Troutt
Supplies: Info coming soon
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
NWBS July Picnic
NWBS July Picnic
Come Join us for our Annual Picnic
Join us IN PERSON for this year’s Annual Picnic.
Come with a potluck item to share, your own beverage and possibly a chair. NWBS will provide utensils and plates.
Picnic Location: Kathy Repp’s House
Address and More Information will be sent to current members via email in July.
To become a member, click HERE.
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
August 2024 General Meeting
August 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Cathedral Window Ornament
Instructor: Vicki Nelson
Supplies:
30 - 4mm Glass or Czech Pearls
100 - 4mm Firepolish or Bicones
20 - 3mm Glass or Czech Pearls
10g - 11/0 Seed Beads (Miyuki)
1g - 15/0 Seed Beads (Miyuki)
Needle, Thread of choice, & Scissors or other cutting instrument
Ornament Ball Provided
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
September 2024 General Meeting
September 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Tubular Netted Bracelet
Instructor: Jennifer Brown
Supplies: Approximately 150 - 4mm Bicone Crystals
Approximately 10 grams - 11/0 Seed Beads
6lb Fireline or Nanofil Fishing Line
Beading Needles
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
October 2024 General Meeting
October 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Christmas Bauble
Instructor: Julie Will
Supplies: Info coming soon
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
November 2024 General Meeting
November 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Bead Embroidery - Project TBD
Instructor: Aaron Osife
Supplies: Info coming soon
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
December Holiday Party
NWBS December Holiday Party
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us IN PERSON for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Challenge Project: TBD
Feel free to bring a $25 or under gift for our gift exchange.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
March 2024 General Meeting
March 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Zulu Square Stitch
Instructor: Ann Wilkinson
Supplies: 2 contrasting 11/0 or 8/0 Toho or Miyuki Seed beads, Needle, Scissors, & Thread of Choice.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
February 2024 General Meeting
February 2024 General Meeting
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Class: Chakra Mandalas
Instructor: Jennifer Porter
Supplies: A Symmetrical Bead/Stone/Crystal/Cab with center hole
Seed Beads - your choice of 11/0, 10/0, 8/0, Triangles or other shapes with a 15/0 for fringe in corresponding colors or finishes
Nylon Beading thread
Needle
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
January General Meeting 2024
NWBS January General Meeting 2024
Sunday, January 28, 2024
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Classes: Netted Donut Necklace
Instructor: Shirley Pauls
Supplies:
Size 6 beads- 2 colors
Size 8 beads – 2 colors
Size 11 beads – 2 colors
Vertical drilled drop beads or crystals – 10-12
3mm stone beads -34
1.5-to-2-inch donut (stone, glass, or plastic)
1 clasp
2 jump rings
2 bead tips for connecting thread to clasp.
Beading needles (regular needle, big eye needle)
Beading thread (Conso 69 or Nymo D) that does not stretch)
Glue
Ruler or tape measure
Scissors
Jewelry making pliers.
Beading surface
Beading Light(if you need it.)
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
NWBS Open Beading at Crossroads Mall
Join us every 4th Wednesday from 10:30am to 3:30pm for Open Beading In-Person at Crossroads Shopping Center in Bellevue in their food court.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
In-Person Beading with NWBS at Blueberry Beads
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for Open Beading In-Person.
NWBS Open Beading in Person
NWBS Open Beading in Person
Join us for Open Beading In-Person @ Crossroads Shopping Center, Bellevue
NWBS Open Beading
NWBS Open Beading
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for open beading sessions.
December Holiday Party
NWBS December Holiday Party
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us IN PERSON for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
Challenge Project: “Beading Around a Vessel”
Bead a piece using a glass Yoplait Oui Container - 1/3 of the piece MUST include beads.
Feel free to bring a $25 or under gift for our gift exchange.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
NWBS Open Beading
NWBS Open Beading
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for open beading sessions.
NWBS Open Beading
NWBS Open Beading
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for open beading sessions.
NWBS Open Beading
NWBS Open Beading
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for open beading sessions.
NWBS Open Beading in Person
NWBS Open Beading in Person
Join us for Open Beading In-Person @ Crossroads Shopping Center, Bellevue
NWBS Open Beading
NWBS Open Beading
Join us every Monday from noon to 5pm at Blueberry Beads in Bothell for open beading sessions.
General Monthly Meeting
NWBS November General Meeting
Sunday, November 19, 2023
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us IN PERSON for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
*Note: we are asking those in attendance to provide proof of Covid-19 Vaccination. Thank you.
Classes: PNW Torc Necklace/Upcycled Fabric Cuff
Instructor: Deb Roberts
Supplies:
Torc: prepared wooden pieces. Deb has a number of these or center piece. Sari silk, trade beads (Deb has these) If you have beaded beads you would like to include, these are also great for this project.
Cuff: Fall inspired Fabric (Deb has these), your own favorite findings.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
General Monthly Meeting
NWBS October General Meeting
Sunday, October 15, 2023
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us IN PERSON for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
*Note: we are asking those in attendance to provide proof of Covid-19 Vaccination. Thank you.
Class: Bugle Bead Project (bracelet or earring components)
Instructor: Vicki Nelson
Technique: Square/ladder stitch
Supplies:
#1 Single Bugle Bead Entrelac Bracelet: 7mm Bugle beads, Clasp of Choice
#2 Diamond Bugle Earing: 2.5m (or larger Bugle Beads), 11/0 Seed Beads 3mm Fire polished Crystal, 2 4mm Jump Rings, Earring Findings
#3 Bugle Stack Bracelet: 6mm Bugle Beads, 15/0 Sead Beads, Clasp of Choice
#4 Double Bugle Bead Entrelac Bracelet: 4mm Bugle Beads, 11/0 seed beads, 4mm Fire Polished Crystal, Clasp of Choice
#5 Bugle and Seed Bead Bracelet: Bugle Beads of Choice, 11/0 Seed Beads, Clasp of Choice
All patterns need: needle, thread of choice.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors
General Monthly Meeting
NWBS September General Meeting
Sunday, September 24, 2023
Come Join us for our monthly General meeting:
Join us IN PERSON for this month’s general meeting. Come prepared with your favorite snack and beverage, and maybe bring some of the pieces that you have been working on for show and tell.
*Note: we are asking those in attendance to provide proof of Covid-19 Vaccination and masks are now optional. Thank you.
Class: Icosahedron Bauble
Instructor: Debby Zook
Supplies: Please bring 20 peyote triangles, needle, and thread, and Debby will teach us how to assemble.
Doors open at 10am
General Meeting starts at 11am
Meeting goes until 3:30pm or when we all decided to leave.
To become a member, click HERE.
General meeting is held at:
Maplewood Rock and Gem Club
8802 196th St SW Edmonds, WA 98026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Questions? Please Email nwbeadsocietyinfo@gmail.com
Have a Great Day and Happy Beading,
Northwest Bead Society Board of Directors