A blog update

First, we would like to thank you for your interest, and for following us here.  We apologize, but we are no longer updating this blog.  You can find us on our Eclectica Beads website, or on Facebook.

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Mary's 10th Birthday Beading Party!

 

Happy Birthday Mary!

Beading Across America - Diane Hyde book signing at Eclectica

 On April 2nd Eclectica welcomed Diane Hyde, contributing author to Beading Across America.

PMC Certification Level II: Intermediate Metal Clay

We just finished PMC Level II.
Everyone had a lot of fun in the class!

 

The next PMC Level I class is September 16 & 17, 2011.

 

The next PMC Level II class is October 7 & 8, 2011.

Facets of Steampunk Bracelet featured in May BeadStyle!

Facets of Steampunk Bracelet by Irina Miech is featured in May 2011 BeadStyle!

Colors Available:

• Volcanic Ice (blue, green, rust, grey)
• Cavern Glimmer (dark green, brown, silver, black)
• Bombay Punch (multi, gold, biege, ruby)

For more information on this kit, visit our website.

New Class Schedule for April Now Available!

The April class schedule is now available online, and also at the store. Here's a small sampling of our new classes:

Key to Happiness

Guest Instructor - Diane Hyde

Saturday, April 2, 10:00am-12:45pm

Create a whimsical pendant by embellishing a vintage key.

Spiral with a Twist

Saturday, April 30, 10:30am-1:30pm

Learn to stitch a peyote spiral rope and add an extra touch of sparkle with a Swarovski crystal button.

Squash Blossom Inspired Bracelet

Saturday, April 30, 2:30pm-4:30pm

Brighten up your wrist and the days waiting for spring. Stitch crisscross flowers using right angle weave.

We still have room in classes!

  

Trillium Ring $25

Saturday, March 19, 2011, 1:00pm-2:00pm

Make a fun and fashionable ring using a lampwork bead as a centerpiece.
 

Woven Wrist Corsage $48

Tuesday, March 22 & 29, 2011, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Discover how to weave with wire creating a delicate cuff with a “bouquet” of pearls as a focus.

Woven Beaded Cuff $52

Thursday, March 24 & 31, 2011, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Explore weaving with fine wire, shaping your woven bracelet into an undulating wave. Embellish the cuff with beads and pearls for a stunning effect.

St. Patrick's Day Sale!

March 17th Only!

All things Green are 20% OFF!

In-store Only

New Colors of Steampunk in Bloom Earrings!

Pair these earrings with the matching necklace to complete the set, or allow them to stand on their own. Use a simple technique to link the flower and gear components together for these dangle earrings. These earrings by Irina Miech, are featured in the BeadStyle magazine November 2010 issue.

Colors Available:

Harvest Fantasy (rust and tangerine)

Denim Fantasy (yellow/orange and light purple)

Garden Fantasy (apple green and denim blue)

 For more information on this kit, visit our website.

New Colors of Steampunk in Bloom Necklace!

Hardware meets floral in this beautiful tribute to Steampunk. Use a simple technique to link the flower and gear components together for this fanciful necklace. Irina Miech's Steampunk in Bloom Necklace is featured on the cover of BeadStyle magazine November 2010 issue.

Colors Available:

Floral Fantasy (rose, denim, rust, green)

Rustic Fantasy (turquoise, copper, maroon, orange, yellow, salmon, brown)

Orchard Fantasy (purple, pink, green, teal, turquoise)

Spring Fantasy (sea foam, purple, amber, plum, ivory)

For more information on this kit, visit our website.