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News and Updates from Caravan Beads Chicago

In this newsletter:
New Merchandise, Visiting WIRE ARTIST Barb SwitzerOur Weekend Classes

Happy Groundhog Day!

Well, looks like we’re in for another 6 weeks of winter. If it stays like it has been, it won’t be so bad! Still, you might be starting to get cabin fever and what better way to relieve that than by spending time at Caravan Beads! We just received a restock of our wire, and are expecting pearls any day now. Come on in and work on an old or new project. We’d love to see you! Look below for what classes we’ve got scheduled this weekend for you! Don’t forget about Valentines Day… We have everything you need to help you put together something special for your special someone! Our free lesson this weekend is our Fancy Wire Earrings and Necklace.

Don’t forget about Barb Switzer, our visiting artist and teacher who will be joing us the first weekend in March. Some of her classes are almost full. Don’t wait until it’s too late to sign up! For her bio, check out our highlight section. Or, you can just skip down below to see and purchase any of her special classes. We even have a few that wireworking beginners can take! Most of her classes will be held at our sister store, Briolette Beads in Forest Park. If you need transportation I will be providing a ride for you to and from her classes. Just let me know if you need it!

See you soon!
Charlene

This Week’s Classes from Caravan Beads Chicago

Get ready for Valentine’s Day by taking a class this weekend.

OUR CLASSES ARE HELD AT OUR STORE LOCATION.
3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, IL

To register call the store, follow the links below, or pay directly and securely by clicking on the Paypal button.
To see our February classes online:
http://www.beadstogo.com/servlet/the-Classes/Categories

Please read our class policies before registering for our classes.

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Embellished Flower Bracelet
Friday February 3, 6-8:30 – $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

Crocheted Wire Pendant
Saturday February 4, 10-12 – $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

Resin Pendants
Saturday February 4, 3-5 – $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

All Wired Up!
Sunday February 5, 10-1 – $60
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

 

Woven Beaded Cuff
Sunday February 5, 3-5 – $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

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Too far away to take a class from us? Its okay – we have some kits online at
http://www.beadstogo.com

to learn more about our store, click the link above or take a look here for a super quick look at our online store products.

News and Updates from Caravan Beads Chicago

In this newsletter:
Visiting WIREARTIST Barb SwitzerOur Weekend Classes

Hi Beading Friends!

We’re almost through January. How did that happen so fast? Remember to think about Valentine’s Day gifts – its coming up super fast. There are still spaces in some of our regularly scheduled classes this weekend. Look below for what we’ve got scheduled for you! Our free lesson this weekend is our Spring Fling necklace.

Today, we’re telling you a bit more about Barb Switzer, who will be visiting and teaching for us the first weekend in March. For her bio, check out our highlight section. Or, you can just skip down below to see and purchase any of her special classes. We even have a few that wireworking beginners can take! Most of her classes will be held at our sister store, Briolette Beads in Forest Park. If you need transportation I will be providing a ride for you to and from her classes. Just let me know if you need it!

See you soon!
Charlene

New Spring Colors from Caravan Beads Chicago

We’re continuing to focus on the Pantone colors for Spring 2012. Today, we’ll tell you how to combine a few of them, and then next week we’ll highligh some bead colors for you to use. See below for the details!

Upcoming Classes at Caravan Beads Chicago

 
Almost through January! Get ready for Valentine’s Day by taking a class this weekend.

OUR CLASSES ARE HELD AT OUR STORE LOCATION.
3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, IL

 

To register call the store, follow the links below, or pay directly and securely by clicking on the Paypal button.
To see our January classes online:
http://www.beadstogo.com/servlet/the-Classes/Categories
Please read our class policies before registering for our classes.

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Beading Boot Camp
Sat. Jan. 28: 10 – 12.
$50
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

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All Wired Up!
Sat Jan 28 Class Date 3pm-6pm. $60
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

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Wire Wrapped Stone
Sun Jan 29 Class Date 11am-1pm. $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Crystal Spirals Rope
Sun Jan 29 Class Date 2:30pm-5pm $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

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Too far away to take a class from us? Its okay – we have some kits online at
http://www.beadstogo.com

to learn more about our store, click the link above or take a look here for a super quick look at our online store products.

Visiting Artist Barb Switzer at Caravan Beads Chicago

HIGHLIGHT ONVISITING ARTIST
BARB SWITZER

Barb has been teaching wire classes since 1998, when she began as an instructor at Fusion Beads.

She has edited two books, contributed to several bead magazines, and was editor of Simply Beads magazine in 2008 and 2009.

Barb travels all over the US to teach in stores and at bead shows.

Caravan Beads and Briolette Beads are pleased to welcome Barb the first weekend in March. Take a look belowat the classes she’ll be teaching – there is still time to sign up!

This Week’s Free Lesson at Caravan Beads Chicago

THIS WEEK’S FREE LESSONSpring Fling NecklaceThis weekend’s free lesson is the Spring Fling Necklace. We know spring is no where near, but come on in and make this gorgeous necklace. You will learn how to shape 18ga and 24ga wire. No experience needed!!!

Kit fee: $22

Saturday & Sunday,
Jan 28 & 29
1:00 to 2:00
Call 773-248-9555 to reserve your spot as space is limited for these classes. *Since we offer you the instruction for free, we request that you purchase the beads for each lesson at our store.

Please do not bring guests or children to class. In fairness to your fellow students we do not allow “observers.”

Still Room in Our Classes at Caravan Beads Chicago

There’s still room in our Caravan Beads Chicago jewelry making classes this weekend!
OUR CLASSES ARE HELD AT OUR NEW STORE LOCATION.
3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, ILTo register call the store, follow the links below, or pay directly and securely by clicking on the Paypal button.
To see our November/December classes online:
http://www.beadstogo.com/servlet/the-Classes/Categories

Please read our class policies before registering for our classes.

Crocheted Wire Pendant Class
Saturday November 26: 10 – 11:30. $30.00
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Resin Pendant Class
Saturday November 26: 3 – 5. $35.00
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Tricia Pendant Class
Sunday November 27: 10 – 12:30
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

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Too far away to take a class from us? Its okay – we have some kits online at
http://www.beadstogo.com

Eat, Drink, and Buy Local!

Thank you to everyone who is supporting the Shop Local movement. If we all spend $100 of our Holiday shopping budget with local businesses this year, it will all of us help tremendously. We continue to offer you the best customer serviceand classes and encourage you to stop in for help with your projects if you need it. To learn more about the shop local effort, click on the photo/logo to the right.See you soon!
Charlene

Trend Setting Fashions at Caravan Beads Chicago this Weekend!

OUR CLASSES ARE HELD AT OUR NEW STORE LOCATION.
3339 N Lincoln Avenue. Chicago, IL

To register call the store, follow the links below, or pay directly and securely by clicking on the Paypal button.
To see our November/December classes online:
http://www.beadstogo.com/servlet/the-Classes/Categories

Please read our class policies before registering for our classes.

Boho Bracelet

Sat Nov 5: 10 – 12. $35.00
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Bead Girl Boot Camp

Sat Nov 5: 10 – 12. $50.00
Please make certain you have read our class policies.

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Sally Ann Bracelet Class

Sat Nov 5: 3 – 5:30. $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Metal and Wire Cuff Bracelet Class

Sun Nov 6: 10 – 12:30. $35
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Macrame and Beads Unisex Bracelet Class

Sun Nov 6: 3 – 5. $30.
Please make certain you have read our class policies.
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Too far away to take a class from us? Its okay – we have some kits online at
http://www.beadstogo.com

To learn more about our store, click the link above or take a look here for a super quick look at our online store products.