Join the jewelry fun at Water Music! Here is what's happening in 2007. Check back often for updates. Below you will find full descriptions: events go by date, while classes are listed alphabetically.
When you are
ready to register, please call us at 715.779.5262.
Or click
here to email us your questions and/or registration requests.
Most events and classes are held at Water Music unless noted. To
learn more about class guidelines, such as our cancellation policy,
click here.
2007 Events
January
1-31 Birthday Club registration opens
Celebrate you! Join our Birthday Club this month for a free surprise. See store for details.
February
10-11 Heart Sale
Just in time for Valentine's Day! Gift your sweetie with any heart-shaped item and receive 10 percent off.
March
15 Bead Salon collection launches
Owner Mary Gardner is back from her Tucson buying trip. Come see the new treasures for your beading pleasure. Beat the winter blahs with colorful jewelry projects!
29-30-31 B & Be in the Arts
Join local artists while staying at Bayfield B & Bs for a relaxing weekend in the arts. Choose from hands-on classes in basket weaving, pottery, jewelry-making, watercolor, and more! Call (toll free) 877-499-7651 for more information.
April
20 Private Preview: Antique Button Jewelry
Be the first to peek! Designer Mary Gardner introduces her spring collection of jewelry made with antique buttons during this private, evening event. To request an invitation, contact Mary at 715.779.5262, or email her at mary@watermusicjewelry.com. Refreshments, prizes, and surprises - not to mention the best selection!
21-22 Antique Button Jewelry Spring Collection launches
Meet the designer and register for prizes as you view the latest antique button creations. Each year brings new styles to this very popular line.
May
25-27 Pirate Party!
We love pirate movies! Water Music marks the launch of Disney's third Pirates of the Caribbean with sales, booty, costumes, and prizes. Dress in full costume and receive 20 percent off your purchase! Johnny Depp Look Alike Contest -- and more!
June
15 Private Preview: Antique Button Jewelry
Be the first to peek! Designer Mary Gardner introduces her summer collection of jewelry made with antique buttons during this private, evening event. To request an invitation, contact Mary at 715.779.5262, or email her at mary@watermusicjewelry.com. Refreshments, prizes, surprises and the best selection.
16-17 Antique Button Jewelry Summer Collection launches
Meet the designer and register for prizes as you view the latest antique button creations. More surprises in store as the line expands to include button pendants priced under $10.
30 Trunk Show: Eclipse Designs
Meet Silversmith Natasha Cvek of Cornucopia and discover why her organic, earthy designs make her one of the popular artists at Water Music. From 1-5 pm.
July
20 Trunk Show: Donalee Designs
Local favorite Donalee Kennedy will set up shop from 1 to 5 pm with her beautiful, handcrafted jewelry featuring stones and silver. Come see what's new!
27 Trunk Show: Jay Nielsen Jewelry
Meet Twin Cities metalsmith Jay Nielsen, who will bring his full line of handmade, precious metal jewelry. Jay's simple, elegant work is a perennial favorite! 12-4 pm.
27 Art of the Lamp
This very fun and entertaining live art auction, sponsored in part by WMJA, always draws a crowd at the Bayfield Pavilion. Proceeds benefit local arts. Refreshments. Visit www.cbayarts.org for more information.
28 Artist in Residence: Linda Rise
Watch this Washburn resident wrap silver wire around the beach glass she picks up on our Superior shores, turning the lake gems into jewelry. 1-5 pm. Plus, watch other artists at work during Bayfield's Gallery Tour. Art in the park, too!
August
4 Trunk Show: LoLyn Designs
Port Washington (WI) silversmith Lori Michel, one of our newer artists, brings her full line of modern, precious metal jewelry. Geometrics rule! 1-5 pm.
September
1-30 10th Anniversary Sale
That's right...we're 10 years old! Walk, ride, sail, or fly to Bayfield for deals on your favorite jewelry. This sale only comes along once every - you guessed it - 10 years!
1-30 Charming Lighthouses
We're creating an exclusive, limited production of charms, pendants, and earrings celebrating our local lighthouses.
27 Customer Appreciation Day
Surprise gift for all, with our thanks.
October
5-7 Apple Fest Sale
Look for the apple and find jewelry marked up to 50 percent off. Also, look for our limited production apple charm made by the apple elves at Water Music.
November
3-4 Custom Design Sale
Just in time for the holidays: 20 percent off any in-house custom design orders placed this weekend.
December
1-31 Annual Bead Salon Sale
30 percent off all Bead Salon items during December. (If you buy it, we don't have to count it for Uncle Sam.)
Classes
Bead Wrapped Bracelet
Skill level: Intermediate
Wrap your beads in wire for a new twist. Then learn to link the
beads into a cool bracelet. 2 hours, $25, materials not included.
Beaded
Lariat
One loop or two? Whether you wear them long or short the ever-versatile
lariat is back in style. 1.5 hours, $20, materials not included
Crazy
Beads
One of our more popular classes. Take copper or brass, fibers, and
colorful glass to make funky, chunky beads. Easily turn them into
pendants or use them to embellish quilts, scrapbooks - you name
it! 1 hour, $30, materials included
Crystal
Earrings
Create glittering spheres using crystal beads and a simple weaving
technique. You'll make a stunning pair of earbobs. 1.5 hours, $20,
materials not included
Crystal
Heart Necklace
Skill level: Intermediate
A good
project to learn right angle weave! Make a beautiful floating heart
pendant necklace. 2 hours, $25, material not included
Double
Strand Necklace
Double the fun! Make a two-strand beaded necklace -- an update on
our basic necklace. 1.5 hours, $20, materials not included
Fashion
Dangle Earrings
Make your own unique earrings with this twist on the basic earring
technique. 1 hour, $15, materials not included
Finishing
Techniques
Learn several jewelry finishing techniques, including adjustable
knot closures, wire wrapping ends, and attaching clasps, for leather,
silk, etc. Then suspend your own pendants onto necklaces using these
techniques. 1.5 hours, $20, materials not included
Heirloom
Bracelet
Skill level: Intermediate
Weave these bracelets on a handloom and sew multiple beaded loops,
creating a piece that delights the eye with its layers and movement.
Finish on your own. 2 hours, free, materials not included
Just
For Kids
Create a colorful memory wire bracelet, simple and fun, with India
glass beads, 1 hour, $10, materials included
Mini-Amulet
Pendant
Skill level: Intermediate.
Here's our version of the beader's favorite, the amulet bag. We'll
use the quick net stitch to create a mini-pendant on silk cord.
2 hours, $25, materials not included
Multi-Strand
Bracelet
Combine simple bead stringing with your own sense of style to make
a unique bracelet. 2 hours, $25, materials not included
Stretch
Lattice Bracelet
Skill level: Intermediate
Use elastic to make this beautiful lattice bracelet. 1.5 hours,
$20, materials not included.
Twisted
Cord Necklace
Skill level: Intermediate
If you love fibers, this class is for you. Create a tactile, eye-catching
neckpiece of multiple fibers and beads. 2 hours, $25, materials
not included.
Class
Guidelines
How do I know if this class is right for me?
Classes are appropriate for all skill levels, ages 12 and up, unless
specified otherwise. If uncertain, you may want to talk to our knowledgeable
staff. Perhaps request a materials list. Or view finished class
samples at WMJA. Also, our classes are small so that you receive
personal attention. Usually we have from two to four people. For
some classes, we can handle six people.
How
do I register?
For unfilled classes, your space is reserved when fees are paid
either in person, by phone, or by mail. If a class is full, you
may ask to be placed on the waiting list. When you are ready to
register, please call us at 715.779.5262 and have your checkbook
or credit card handy. Or email us your questions and/or registration
requests. Our mailing address for registration by check is: Water
Music Jewelry & Art, 13 S. 2nd Street, PO Box 1412, Bayfield,
WI 54814-1412.
When
should I arrive?
We start classes on time, so please arrive early with your specified
materials and tools (if any). If you need to purchase materials
or tools at Water Music, please purchase them at least the day before.
Session lengths are approximate.
What
materials should I bring?
A materials list, if any, will be mailed to you or given to you
prior to class with your receipt. If you would like to purchase
your materials at WMJA, we would be happy to assist you during our
regular business hours. We can also help you after class. Bring
your tools, or use ours.
What
if I need more time to finish?
You will be given instructions to finish at home, as well as shown
how.
What
if I can't make it?
Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, unless we fill your
space from the waiting list, or unless we cancel class (for example,
due to weather conditions). If you cannot make class, please call
us as soon as you know.
What
about bad weather?
If we cancel class due to weather, we will call you that day (or
earlier) at the number you left us, then reschedule the class (or
provide a class voucher). When in doubt, call us.
Do you
teach privately or for groups?
We will work with you to teach or create the class you would like,
tailoring it to your group of two or more, and to your budget, either
on site or off site. Just give us a call or email.
What
if I have more questions?
Please telephone us during normal business hours at 715.779.5262.
Or you may email us at mary@watermusicjewelry.com.
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May
16 Pirate Chain
Learning beginning chain making. Create a daring, casual copper and leather or satin necklace. Then, wear this fun "treasure" with one of our pirate pendants at our Pirate Party on Labor Day weekend.
4-5:30 pm, $15, materials not included (materials list available)
June
2 Beaded Anklet
Stay in touch with your free spirit. Make a simple anklet with a random mix of beads. Your feet deserve jewelry too! Kid friendly. 1-2 pm, $25, materials included
14 Button Chase Necklace
Create a beautiful wreath necklace using basic stringing techniques. Design and findings will be discussed. 5-6:30 pm, $25, vintage button included, other materials not included
21 Bead Wrapped Hoops
Hoops are hot! Crystals add sparkle to these modern sterling earrings. 10-11 am, $30, all materials included
24 Hopscotch Bracelet (all levels) - Guest Instructor: Tina Fung Holder
If you love beaded bracelets, this one is for you. Learn this unique needle stitch and make a beautiful bracelet with a magnetic clasp. Made with larger seed beads, it could be made with 2 or 3 colors. 1-2:30 pm, $20, materials not included
July
8 Pinwheel Brooch (intermediate & advanced) - Guest Instructor: Tina Fung Holder
Get the basics of crocheting with wire. You will make the Pinwheel Brooch featured in the recently published "CROCHET WIRE JEWELRY" with the designer of the brooch, Tina Fung Holder.
1-3 pm, $30, materials not included
12 Crazy Beads
One of our more popular classes. Take copper or brass, fibers and colorful glass to make funky, chunky beads. Easily turn them into pendants or use them to embellish quilts, scrapbooks - you name it! 6-7 pm, $30, everything included
19 Finishing Techniques
Learn several jewelry finishing techniques, including adjustable knot closures, wire wrapping ends, and attaching clasps for leather, silk, etc. Then suspend your own pendants onto the necklaces using these techniques. 6-7:30 pm, $20, materials not included
22 Fringed Ring
Create a bold and original finger adornment. Simple and quick ring to make using peyote stitch and a few embellishments. Instant gratification. 1-2 pm, $15, all materials included
29 Save My Spot
Take a break from the Festival of Arts! Make quick little bookmarks for yourself or a friend. Whether kept or given away, they'll hold your place until the next day. Kid friendly. 10-10:30am, 1-1:30pm, 4-4:30pm, $10, everything included
August
5 Wire Wrapped Pendant
Learn the basics of wire wrapping to make a fun pendant. 10-11 am, $15, materials not included
16 Shell Game
Combine a few elements -- knots, dangles, leather and mother of pearl -- to create a simple yet stunning bracelet. 6-7:30pm, $20, materials not included
19 Cuff Craze (advanced)
Learn one of the most basic weaving stitches - square stitch. Weave an attractive cuff accented with a button closure. 1-3pm, $30, materials included
TBA Chandelier Earrings - Guest Instructor: Tina Fung Holder
Make your ears sparkle this holiday season. Featuring the branch stitch, these earrings are made with seed and bugle beads. 1-3 pm, $30, materials not included
September
8 Window Jewelry
Add sparkle to your home. Wire, glass beads, and charms are used to make these beautiful sun catchers. Kid friendly. 1-1:30 pm, $15, some materials included
16 Medallion Pin (advanced)
Let new design possibilities excite your imagination. Using simple bead embroidery, modern designs and a few common items, you can make a beautiful, bead embroidered brooch. 1-3 pm, $20, some materials included
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