Alley Cat
Yarn, Beads and Clothing This is a facility
designed for those who love to see things being made, who are interested
in processes, who like to learn about fiber animals, bead history and
the fashion industry, and all those who simply love beautiful clothing
and accessories. We have a great line
up of classes for your enjoyment or serious study. Class list
follows. We encourage you to pre-register at least a week in advance
so we can gauge supplies and determine class interest. If
fewer than 3 students have registered, class may be cancelled.
Last minute registrations are usually accepted so long as minimum
has been reached. You may register by phone or in
person. We also offer a nice selection of books, videos,
DVD's and current magazines to help you further improve your skills.
We have ongoing demonstrations so that you see nearly forgotten
skills such as combing and spinning wool, weaving on floor looms and navajo weaving, and basic jewelry concepts. Try a new project
following directions in one of our books, videos, DVD's or
magazines. We are here to help you!
Discounts for Beading Classes Pay for one class and
receive $5 off each additional class falling within any 6 week period.
Or pay $60 and take as many classes as you like within any 3 month
period. Offer valid when purchasing all supplies at Alley Cat.
Rentals For Beading Books, DVDs
and Videos Only need it
for a week? Why buy and let it sit on the shelf? Rent!
$4.00 per week. Monday Special $1.00 discount per item.
Refundable deposit required.
Book and Magazine Clubs
Want lots of new ideas and want to save money? Join a book and
magazine club for $36 for six months or $60 per year. Or FREE
if average monthly purchases exceed $200. Select from our
library of publications and exchange at either of two monthly show and tell book club
meetings (one week end group and one week day group). Bring
the item you are working on and the publication and reveal any tips
or tricks you have encountered! We keep dozens new books on
hand and new and old magazines. Get help after the meeting on
project questions. Refundable deposit required. Sept/Oct/Nov 2007 Classes
Learning Center
Mixing Yarn and Beads
to make ExtraOrdinary Clothing and Art
Specializing in Beading, Wire Wrapping, Knitting, Crochet,
Combing and Spinning, Weaving, Knitting Machine
918 N. Main St., Cottonwood 928-204-1379
Beading/Wire Wrapping Classes
How to Wire Wrap A Cabachon or Silver Collar, Whimsical Method
Learn to flow with the wire making loops and spirals in a free form
manner to set off your cabachon or silver collar.
$25.00 plus materials.
Session 107: Sun 10/7 9-11 a.m.
Weaving Cross Over Necklace
In this class you will interlace thread through beads. The effect
is delicate and lacy. Two needles are used during the process and
they literally cross over.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 108: Mon 10/8 9-11 p.m.
Wire Wrapped Link Necklace
This class is a whimsical introduction to free-form wire working.
Learn how to form and hammer wire hearts and then link them together to
make a darling heart necklace.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 104: Sun 10/14 3-5 p.m.
Session 1117: Sat 11/17 9-11 a.m.
Delicas (Seed Bead) Pouch or Amulet
Learn the peyote stitch and how to read a pattern for seed beads.
Add fringe and a strap.
$30.00 includes materials.
Session 1013: Sat 10/13 9-11 a.m.
Bead Stringing on Ribbon Necklace
Very delicate and simple looking, this is a braided multi strand
necklace on ribbon with a clasp that holds all strands together.
$18.00 includes materials.
Session 1110: Sat 11/10 9-11
Indian Weave
This wrap resembles a basket weave and makes a great pendant or
bracelet.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 106: Sat 10/6 9-11 a.m.
Kumihimo with Beads
Learn how to make a braid with beads on the kumihimo disk.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 1028: Sun 10/28 9-11 a.m.
Seed Beads on a Loom
Learn how to bead on a beading loom and make a book mark, pendant or
amulet.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 1: Sat 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Bracelet of Wire
Using standard wire wrapping procedures, we will make a
beautiful bracelet with 3 strands of square wire, and a hook and catch.
This one is a conversation piece!
$25.00 plus materials
Session 930: Sun 9/30 3-5 p.m.
Session 1111: Sun 11/11 9-11 a.m.
Right Angle Weave: ;;
Using seed beads, learn to stitch a
beautiful pendant lining the seed beads up in right angle stitch.
$20.00 plus materials
Session 922: Sat 9/22 10-12 noon
Crochet a Bead Rope: ;
Using a small crochet hook and the crochet stitch,
you will learn to crochet seed beads (or any small bead) into a
sparkling rope to use as a necklace or bracelet.
Prerequesite: Basic
Crochet
$25.00 plus materials
Session 9169: Sun 9/16 9-11 a.m.
Wire Wrapping A
Broach: ;;
Learn to make a broach framework and hang beautiful beads
from it.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 9239: Sun 9/23 9-11 a.m.
Using several pieces of wire, form a pattern with the wire by braiding or twisting the wire, and form a wire clasp to close it.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 9233: Sun 9/23 3-5 p.m.
Session 10209: Sat 10/20 9-11 a.m.
Peyote
Stitch Free Form Bracelet or Watch Band: ;;
Using a variety of seed
beads and other embellishments, learn the peyote stitch and how to make
a free form design of your choice. You can make this into a bracelet or
watch.
$25.00 plus materials
Session 9163: Sun 9/16 3-5 p.m.
Session 11129: Mon 11/12 9-11 a.m.
Learn a new way to make a bracelet out of memory wire by clipping the wire and mounting it onto a clasp.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 9249: Mon 9/24 9-11 a.m.
Using the crochet stitch, we will make a bracelet crocheting wire and adding beads.
Prerequisite: Basic Crochet (For those who have never crocheted)
$20.00 plus materials
Session 10159: Mon 10/15 9-11 a.m.
Session 1149: Sun 11/4 9-11 a.m.
Learn to tie knots in beading cord the way they do in Shanghai, all by hand, no tools. Simple and fast, you will leave with a strand of beautifully knotted pearls. Learn from an American teacher who lived and learned in China.
$20.00 plus cost of pearls to be purchased in class ($10-$25)
Session 10299: Mon 10/29 9-11 a.m.
Learn how to crimp flexible wire using the new Magical Crimp Tool, which forms the crimp into a perfect ball, learn how to use cones at the end of a necklace, and the wrapped wire loop.
$20.00 plus materials
Session 91510: Sat 9/15 10-12 p.m.
Session 1019: Mon 10/1 9-11 a.m.
Session 10279: Sat 10/27 9-11 a.m.
Session 1139: Sat 11/3 9-11 a.m.
Session 11199: Mon 11/10 9-11 a.m.
This fabulous necklace is made using both flexible wire and stitching with thread. You can make it as fancy or simple as you like.
$20.00 plus materials.
Session 9309: Sun 9/30 9-11 a.m.
Session 10229: Mon 10/22 9-11 a.m.
Learn to wrap a cabachon with three wires parallel around the circumference to hold the focal stone in place and small wraps at intervals to hold the 3 wires together.
$25.00 plus materials.
Session 1073: Sun 10/21 9-11 a.m.
Session 1159: Mon 11/5 9-11 a.m.
Using numerous focal beads, we will wire them onto a band or collar style necklace and embellish the beads with wire loops and accent beads. The final result is stunning!!
$20.00 plus materials
See Wire Wrapping a Cabachon, Whimsical Method
