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Classes

Jewelry Making Classes at Cherry Tree Beads

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We are excited to be able to offer fun classes at our showroom just 10 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC. Each class fee includes all supplies and instructions.

 

Space is limited! Due to the popularity of our classes, non-refundable full payment is required for each class to reserve your spot and ensure that our teachers get paid for their time. If you cannot make your scheduled class, please call us 48 hours prior to the class and we will move your payment to another class of your choice. Call us at 828-581-0500 to register!

Cherry Tree Beads
202 Railroad St.
Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-581-0500

Basic Beading

with Barbara Wilcox

Learn basic stringing techniques to create your own one-of-a-kind necklace. The cost for the class is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Dates:

January 11th, 2024 at 1pm

February 3rd, 2024 at 1pm

March 9th, 2024 at 1pm

April 6th, 2024 at 1pm

May 9th, 2024 at 1pm


Wire Wrapping

with Annette Holbert

Annette will teach Basic Wire Wrapping on a gemstone pendant of your choice. The cost is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Dates:

November 25th, 2023 at 1pm

December 9th, 2023 at 1pm

January 13th, 2024 at 1pm

February 24th, 2024 at 1pm

March 30th, 2024 at 1pm

April 27th, 2024 at 1pm

May 25th, 2024 at 1pm


Wire Drop Earrings

with Annette Holbert

Annette will teach you how to make your own pair of these beautiful wire and gemstone earrings. The cost is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Dates:

November 11th, 2023 at 1pm

March 16th, 2024 at 1pm


Earrings and More Earrings

with Barbara Wilcox

Learn how to master the various ways of making earrings, including a simple loop and wire wrapper loop. You will use these techniques to make several different styles of earrings in class and your creativity will make yours unique. The cost is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Date:

November 25th, 2023 10am-12pm

April 11th, 2024 at 1pm


Peyote Stitch (Even Count)

with Barbara Wilcox

This class will help students learn the basics of peyote stitching, including how to read a peyote chart.
You will make one of these fun and versatile rings in class. No experience necessary – this is a beginning
class. The cost for the class is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Date:

November 16th, 2023 at 1:30pm


Bar Necklace with Charms

with Barbara Wilcox

Make this fun and different necklace by cutting and hammering metal, and then attaching charms and
chain. The cost for the class is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Date:

December 16th, 2023 at 1pm


DIY Findings

with Annette Holbert

Students will learn to make decorative head pins, eye pins, hook and eye clasp, toggle clasp, jump rings, and S hooks. All of these components you can use to complete your jewelry projects. The cost is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Dates:

January 27th, 2024 at 1pm

May 11th, 2024 at 1 pm


Viking Knit Chain

with Annette Holbert

Annette will teach this intricate viking knit wire weaving technique that allows you to create your own chain! The cost is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Date:

February 10th, 2024 at 1pm


Copper Earrings

with Barbara Wilcox

Learn how to make fun earrings from copper wire with a hammer!  You’ll be able to pick from an assortment of beads to add to your earrings. The cost for the class is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Date:

February 17th, 2024 at 1pm


Chain Making

with Annette Holbert

In this class you will learn techniques to make chains in different designs. How measure and cut wire, how to determine what gauge wire to work with, make jump rings and chain links. The cost for the class is $45 and includes all supplies.

 

Class Date:

April 13th, 2024 at 1pm