I can't believe we are halfway through October. Where has the year gone? Now folks are beginning to think about the holidays and gifts. With the economy like it is we are turning to more creative ideas for gifts for friends and family. Try your hand at jewelry. Take a class if you've never tried it or come in and look at the samples of projects available or through the books and magazines. There are several different Australian and Canadian periodicals available as well as the Beadwork and Bead & Button offerings.
Highstrung Beads just completed a trunk show and sale this week. Trunk shows give bead lovers a chance to see and buy beads I don't carry and what may be new on the beading scene. I am planning another one from a different supplier in a few weeks. That will be announced when I have the dates. It will go for a couple of weeks so everyone can get in and look through the selection. There will be more than gemstone, it will include metal beads, findings, pendants and much more!
If you want to learn to string a necklace, make earrings, or make items using off loom weaveing techniques, don't hesitate to call or come in. There is so much you can do with beads!
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
BEAD SHOW
Bead Show And Sale
SATURDAY OCTOBER 11TH AT HIGHSTRUNG BEADS
Three tables full of beads and trays.
Looking for beads to design your fall and winter jewelry then don't miss this show.
There are hundreds of semi-precious beads to choose from in so many shapes, sizes, and colors. I've noted a number of new styles of cut and different kinds of stone I have never carried before.
REMEMBER: This is a one day show. the beads go back next week!
SATURDAY OCTOBER 11TH AT HIGHSTRUNG BEADS
Three tables full of beads and trays.
Looking for beads to design your fall and winter jewelry then don't miss this show.
There are hundreds of semi-precious beads to choose from in so many shapes, sizes, and colors. I've noted a number of new styles of cut and different kinds of stone I have never carried before.
REMEMBER: This is a one day show. the beads go back next week!
Friday, September 26, 2008
New Magazines!!!!
I now have the newest Austrailian Beading magazines in stock! I had quit carring them for a while, but customer requests made me try again. There are three different ones presently available. I got a limited number so check in soon if you are interested.
I also have Bead and Button, Bead Style, and Beadwork at cover price. Lots of new projects for the fall and winter are inside. If you don't subscribe come in and get one today!
I also have Bead and Button, Bead Style, and Beadwork at cover price. Lots of new projects for the fall and winter are inside. If you don't subscribe come in and get one today!
Friday, September 5, 2008
September Updates
School is back in session and summer is over. Hard to believe. Where did AUGUST go?
My family has had a busy summer, just not much vacation.
September classes are forming at Highstrung Beads Shoppe including:
Christmas Ornament Covers/also known as BALL GOWNS.
Classes using various patterns will be held:
September 11th at 5:00pm Fee: $20.00 includes pattern of your choice
If you can't be in by five but just a little bit late you could still take this class.
September 22nd at 1:00 pm Fee: $20.00 includes pattern
Ndebele Beginners
This is a seed bead class. (the small beads)
Thursday September 25th will start at 4:00pm Fee: $20 plus materials
If you still want the class but cant come until 5pm let me know arrangements can be made.
Lattice Bracelet
Tuesday September 9th at 11:00am
Fee: $20.00 includes pattern
Using cube and seedbeads
These are just a few of the offerings. I also have had some interest in another Fun With Wire class, so it may be added this month.
Call, email or come in to schedule!
334-356-7891, beadgypsie@yahoo.com
Autumn Begins September 22nd!
My family has had a busy summer, just not much vacation.
September classes are forming at Highstrung Beads Shoppe including:
Christmas Ornament Covers/also known as BALL GOWNS.
Classes using various patterns will be held:
September 11th at 5:00pm Fee: $20.00 includes pattern of your choice
If you can't be in by five but just a little bit late you could still take this class.
September 22nd at 1:00 pm Fee: $20.00 includes pattern
Ndebele Beginners
This is a seed bead class. (the small beads)
Thursday September 25th will start at 4:00pm Fee: $20 plus materials
If you still want the class but cant come until 5pm let me know arrangements can be made.
Lattice Bracelet
Tuesday September 9th at 11:00am
Fee: $20.00 includes pattern
Using cube and seedbeads
These are just a few of the offerings. I also have had some interest in another Fun With Wire class, so it may be added this month.
Call, email or come in to schedule!
334-356-7891, beadgypsie@yahoo.com
Autumn Begins September 22nd!
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Upcoming Classes - New Beads
I have been considering several classes for the upcoming weeks. A class on Christmas ornament covers has been requested several times so that is on the schedule. We will use one of Carol Lampole's patterns for the project. The class price will include a copy of the pattern.
There are several class discriptions up on the board at the shop. Stop in and sign up today. The holidays are coming and this is a great way to make special gifts for those on your list.
A new group of Czech glass has been hung on the wall. Lots of pretty colors for late summer and fall. Also in are some new findings, fireline and other new items. Come in while there is a good selection!
There are several class discriptions up on the board at the shop. Stop in and sign up today. The holidays are coming and this is a great way to make special gifts for those on your list.
A new group of Czech glass has been hung on the wall. Lots of pretty colors for late summer and fall. Also in are some new findings, fireline and other new items. Come in while there is a good selection!
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Beaded Bezel Class
August 14th - 5pm -7pm
Seen the new beading magazines with the beaded crystals or have a cab you want to try beading around? Come take this little class. Knowledge of peyote stitch is helpful. We will be using size 11/o seeds and 15/o seeds. These are the little, tiny ones. Call for further info or to sign up.
Seen the new beading magazines with the beaded crystals or have a cab you want to try beading around? Come take this little class. Knowledge of peyote stitch is helpful. We will be using size 11/o seeds and 15/o seeds. These are the little, tiny ones. Call for further info or to sign up.
Monday, August 4, 2008
August Update
Here it is August already! July flew by and now it is time to start thinking about school. It seems as though the schools just let out and now they are announcing the return to classes. Speaking of classes, there are several on the calendar for this month at Highstrung Beads.
We are offering a couple of classes for the beautiful Christmas ball covers, sometimes called Ballgowns. There will be both day and evening times for interested students. Bring a friend and start on your first one, they make great gifts!
I will also offer a few classes in beading around Cabachons and rivolis as there has been some request for those. They make beautiful pendants and earrings can be done with smaller cabs and flatback crystals.
There are also peyote, RAW, and other off-loom stitch classes available on request. Call now or come in to schedule you next class. I have lots of daytime availablily and, of course, Thursday night is the late night at the store. There are lots of new seed beads to choose from too.
Call today, 334-356-7891!
Happy Beading
We are offering a couple of classes for the beautiful Christmas ball covers, sometimes called Ballgowns. There will be both day and evening times for interested students. Bring a friend and start on your first one, they make great gifts!
I will also offer a few classes in beading around Cabachons and rivolis as there has been some request for those. They make beautiful pendants and earrings can be done with smaller cabs and flatback crystals.
There are also peyote, RAW, and other off-loom stitch classes available on request. Call now or come in to schedule you next class. I have lots of daytime availablily and, of course, Thursday night is the late night at the store. There are lots of new seed beads to choose from too.
Call today, 334-356-7891!
Happy Beading
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About Me
- Beadgypsie
- Montgomery, Alabama, United States
- I've always loved jewelry and sparkly things, so when my life took a change I began considering my own shop. I started Highstrung Beads in January of 2003 and it is still going strong. The shop is now at it's third location and better than ever. I try to keep a selection of unusual items, pendants, and lots of gemstone as well as the standard bead items. I wish I could have even more beads in the shop, just like other bead lovers, there is never enough!!