Bead & Tapestry Cuffs

Class Preview

Combine beadwork with weaving for beautiful cuffs that are accessible and eye-catching! Create jewelry designs that fit your style and learn to weave with beads on three different looms, including one you make yourself.

Introduction

Meet your instructor, Claudia Chase, as she previews what you’ll learn in this class.

Looms

Claudia Chase explains three looms: the Mirrix bead and tapestry loom, the Cricket rigid-heddle loom and a handmade frame loom.

Silk & Bead Affinity Bracelet

Claudia discusses the materials you’ll need and how to set up each loom. Then get started with a simple bracelet using silk thread and beads.

Gold Thread & Bead Affinity Bracelet

Elegant gold thread and beads lend a new twist to the beautiful, classic affinity bracelet.

Affinity Bracelet Variations

Expand your skills as Claudia introduces two beautiful variations on the affinity bracelet that feature larger beads.

No Warp Ends Bracelet – Mirrix

Expand your skills on the Mirrix loom as you weave with wire, adding in beautiful beads along the way.

No Warp Ends Bracelet – Cricket

Claudia uses the Cricket loom to create the no warp ends bracelet in wire.

Tapestry Cuff – Cricket

Set up and weave the tapestry cuff on the Cricket rigid-heddle loom.

Tapestry Cuff – Mirrix

The tapestry cuff is explored, this time on the Mirrix loom.

Tapestry Cuff – Advanced Techniques

Take your weaving skills farther as Claudia shows you several more variations for the tapestry cuff bracelet, including how to make wavy lines, hatching and even a checker board.

Finishing the Cuff

Take your cuff from loom to wearable art as you learn to apply the cuff fabric to a metal backing.

Bonus: Columbian Clay Bead Bracelet

Learn how to make a version of the affinity bracelet using handmade Columbian clay beads in this bonus lesson.