We will cover things like:
📿 Disassembling old costume jewelry for reuse
✂️ Basic stitches: running stitch, backstitch, and couching
🪡 Securing beads so they hold up to wear and washing
👚 Adding beadwork to necklines, cuffs, hems, and moreg
Prerequisite:
🐣 No experience required! newbies or those in need of a refresh are welcome! Learn more about prerecs an if this is the right class for you.
👉Note: This class is for adults. If you're interested in classes for kids or teens, reach out!
What is Included:
⏰ 2 hours for guided workshop time.
🛠️ All tools and instruction for the workshop.
💎 A selection of beads and jewelry to work with
💃 Live demo and instructions and demonstrations
👉Note: This does not include garments. Fabric can be purchased separately to bead on if you forget.
Inspo for project ideas:
✨little lamp-shades in need of some whimsy
🫧the thrifted find with serious upcycle potential
🪲a throw pillow you got from Ikea in your 20s thats making your sofa look basic as hell
🫧the thrifted find with serious upcycle potential
🦩the button down you've been meaning to cover a stain on
😏the favorite band tee your ex left at your place (who will be stunned to see it covered in sequins)
What do you need to bring?
Item of clothing on or fabric home good.
Loose Beads, sequins, sew through gems etc (optional)
Jewelry to reuse (optional)
👉Note: If the materials brought by the student are not appropriate for the project or they forget them, students can purchase provided materials at the time of class for full price.
📍Home Ec NYC
44-02 23rd st #315
Long Island City, NY 11101
Have some general workshop related questions?! Check out the [FAQs].