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All
classes and everything you need to know about the 2010 Melbourne Bead
Expo is listed on this page.
List
of 2010 exhibitors available on our links page.
MARCIA DECOSTER
WORKSHOPS
Marcia DeCoster
Marcia's love for beautiful jewellery and the desire to create her own
designs brought her to beads in the early 1990's. Marcia designs colourful
and fun to wear jewellery and shares her designs through teaching and
writing. Remembering her own early attempts, Marcia recognizes that everyone
learns differently and so takes great care to provide clear, concise and
comprehensive instructions, graphics and text.
Her work has been published in Carol Wilcox Wells's The Art and Elegance
of Bead Weaving and Margie Deeb's The Beaders Color Pallette.
In 2008 her work was featured in Masters Beadweaving and her urchin lariat
graces the cover.
In 2009 her own book 'Marcia DeCoster's Beaded Opulence' was published
by Lark.
Marcia is one of the featured 'Designers of the Year' in Beadwork magazine.
Marcia DeCoster
workshop details
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Cost:
BSV Members - $140 (1 day), $280 (2 day)
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Non Members
- $160 (1 day), $320 (2 day)
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Venue: Kingston
Arts Centre,Cnr South Rd and Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin
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One hour
lunch break on 6,7,8 & 11 November. One and a half hour lunch
break on 12 & 13 November.
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Kits: Please
indicate on registration form if you would like to purchase a kit,
prices below
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Saturday 6 November
2010
9.30am - 4.30pm
Portico pendant
Level: Advanced
must be proficient in
right angle weave
Kit: USD$75 payable on the day
Graceful diamond and ellipse shapes create a beautifully shaped
pendant. The ellipse shape is continued up into the bail for an
integrated finish. This piece takes advantage of the flexible shaping
properties of right angle weave to introduce the gentle curve.
Note: Chain not made in class, but instructions supplied.
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Sun 7 Nov & Mon
8 Nov 2010
9.30am - 4.30pm
Rings of Saturn
Level: Advanced
must be proficient in right angle weave
Kit: USD$95 payable on the day
Learn to use the flexible qualities of the right angle weave stitch
to cover several small rings. Using a variety of surface embellishments
each ring becomes it's own work of art. Peyote is used to create
the inner core which supports and displays the beauty of your creations.
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Thursday 11 November
2010
9.30am - 4.30pm
Aurelia
Level: Advanced
must be proficient in
right angle weave
Kit: USD$75 payable on the day
Spiny Ndebele medallions radiate to sequin embellished points and
are topped with circular right angle weave bead caps. They are joined
with fire polish crystals and closed with a peyote toggle. Texture,
colour and stitch variety this bracelet has it all!
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Friday 12 November
2010
9.30pm - 5.00pm
Romantica
Level: Intermediate/advanced
must be proficient in right angle weave
Kit: USD$90 payable on the day
Reminiscent of a Victorian Chatelaine, a variation of right angle
weave comes together with a jewelled medallion to make this very
romantic necklace. Several variations of the chain will be made
using different sizes, materials and counts to create a diverse
necklace.
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Saturday 13 November
2010
9.30pm - 5.00pm
Under the Mast
Level: Advanced
must be proficient in right angle weave
Kit: USD$50 payable on the day
When I explained the concept of placing a personal affirmation beneath
the stone of this pendant,
my husband the sailor remarked 'oh like when they are building a
sailboat and they place a coin Under the
Mast for good luck' and so it was named. A rectangle of right angle
weave creates the base to embrace your Swarovski fancy stone. A
row of embellishments at the edges begins a foundation for the peyote
bezel which captures the stone in place. A peyote bail finishes
the piece ready for hanging.
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EXPO
WORKSHOPS
Friday
12 November 2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Elegant Earrings
Code: JJE
Tutor: June Jolley
Level: Novice
Cost: BSV Members - $45 Non Members - $52
Kit: $25 payable on the day
Make 6 pairs of beautiful earrings using different methods, and
learn tips and tricks for using findings. The 6 pairs will be completed
in class. Which pair will you wear home?
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Friday 12 November
2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Viking Weave Bracelet
Code: KLV
Tutor: Kay Lancashire
Level: Intermediate
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $45 payable on the day
This Viking wire knit chain will be taught and woven using tools
that are part of the kit. The bracelet will then be constructed
using beautiful handmade pottery, stone, wood, glass and metal beads,and
finished with a unique toggle clasp. All materials are in the kit.
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Friday 12 November
2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Seafoam Necklace
Code: MMS
Tutor: Margaret Mueller
Level: Intermediate
Cost: Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $25 payable on the day
Create swirling ruffled components by combining three basic stitches,
brick, peyote and right angle weave and
then link them into this beautiful necklace finished with a beaded
clasp.
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Friday
12 November 2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Miniature Peyote Box
Code: CMB
Tutor: Caroline Morrison
Level: Intermediate
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: Not available
Learn how to construct a petite three-dimensional box, complete
with lid, using circular peyote stitch. The finished size is approximately
3 cms. The box is perfect for storing a special treasure or for
use as a gift box for someone special.
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Friday 12 November
2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Peyote Wave
Code: CMW
Tutor: Christine Mole
Level: Intermediate
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $25 payable on the day
Using even-count peyote stitch throughout this stylish yet simple
bracelet, the 'waves' are created using graduated sizes and styles
of beads. Learn to make a matching toggle and loop to finish it
off. Different effects can be obtained by using either contrasting
colours or tone on tone beads.
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Friday 12 November
2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Images on Polymer
Clay
Code: MMP
Tutor: Margaret Mueller
Level: Novice/Beginner
Cost: Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $25 payable on the day
Learn the basics of transferring your own or other images onto polymer
clay to create your own individual
beads and pendants. A fun class that produces exciting results.
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Saturday
13 November 2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Icicles
Code: ABI
Tutor: Annlee Butler
Level: Beginner
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $32 payable on the day
Icicles is designed to teach a simple netting semi-closed glass
drop feature which is then strung with 3mm
firepolished crystals.
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Saturday 13 November
2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Hidden Treasure Bracelet
Code: SPT
Tutor: Sharyn Presig
Level: Beginner
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $25 payable on the day
Ndebele with a twist! Learn tubular Ndebele to create a twisted
bracelet with a hidden treasure in the form of an embedded feature
bead.
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Saturday 13 November
2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Extruded Cane Polymer Beads
Code: DRP
Tutor: Danielle Rapinett
Level: All levels
Cost: Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $20 payable on the day
Create a 'cane' and lots of beads whilst learning about the fascinating,
exciting medium of polymer clay!
Not only will you learn the basics of claying, you will also learn
what a cane is, how to create beads and cabachons and how to use
an 'extruder' - a polymer clay gadget which can be applied to lots
of different techniques.Note: Beads are examples only - colour choice
will be completely up to each student.
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Saturday
13 November 2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Starlight Starbright
Pendant & Earrings
Code: CMS
Tutor: Christine Mole
Level: Intermediate
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $25 payable on day
A combination of Brick Stitch and Herringbone (Ndebele) is used
to create these pretty stars. Varying the size of the central bead
or the number of rows of stitching gives small, medium or large
motifs, which can be
made into a pendant, earrings or even a ring. You could even make
a matching set!
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Saturday 13 November
2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Micro Macrame
Code: RBM
Tutor: Robyn Bayliss
Level: Novice
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $10 payable on the day
Coloured cotton thread & large glass beads are combined to create
this fun bracelet using traditional Macrame knotting with a modern
twist. Suitable for beginners. Choice of colours available. Kits
and tools supplied.
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Saturday 13 November
2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Bead Embroidery
Code: CHE
Tutor: Cheryl Hartwick
Level: Novice/Beginner
Cost: Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: Not available
Take a piece of patterned fabric as your starting point and let
your imagination run riot. A great way to use up some of those leftover
beads in your stash to create something unique.
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Sunday
14 November 2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Beaded Netted Lace
Bracelet
Code: CMN
Tutor: Caroline Morrison
Level: Novice/beginner
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: Not available
Wow your friends with this elegant bracelet that looks complicated
but is easy to learn. Great for the novice beader.
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Sunday 14 November
2010
9.30am - 12.30pm
Graduated Dutch Spiral
Code: KPD
Tutor: Kerrie Putnins
Level: Beginner/intermediate
Cost: Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $45 payable on the day
Revel in the comments of your friends when you wear this stunning
necklace, which is finished with a feature clasp. This variation
of tubular peyote looks complicated but is simple to learn.
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Sunday 14 November
2010
9.30am - 1.30pm
Silver Metal Clay
Code: LLS
Tutor: Lara LeReveur
Level: All levels
Cost: BSV Members - $60
Non Members - $75
Kit: 6.3gr item - $20; 9 gr item - $30; 16 gr item - $50 payable
on the day
Learn the characteristics of PMC3 and gain hands-on experience of
some of the uses of silver clay. A four hour class that challenges
you to design, fabricate and cure a piece in a fully supported environment.
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Sunday
14 November 2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Noelle's Bling Ring
Code: NWR
Tutor: Noelle Walker
Level: Beginner
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $12 payable on the day
Learn the basics of Brick Stitch - beginning, increasing, decreasing
and make an attractive project you will be able to wear home. This
ring is so quick and simple to make, you will want to make one to
go with every outfit!
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Sunday 14 November
2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Blue Lagoon - Wire
Work
Code: MGW
Tutor: Melita Gillett
Level: Intermediate
Cost: BSV Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $15 payable on the day
During this workshop you will learn to transform basic materials
into a beautifully sculptured pendant by coiling, wrapping and manipulating
wire.
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Sunday 14 November
2010
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Chain Maille Bracelet
Code: RDC
Tutor: Rachael Delaney
Level: Novice
Cost: Members - $45
Non Members - $52
Kit: $50 payable on the day
Made entirely from sterling silver, the Double Spiral Bracelet is
perfect for beginners to learn the basics of chain maille, including
opening and closing jump rings to create this stunning weave. We
will make a delicate bracelet and a matching pair of earrings.
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Registration
Info
If you would like
to attend one of the Expo workshops, please fill in the relevant form
and mail in with payment.
If you are interested in becoming a BSV member and receiving a discount
for your workshop, please also fill in the BSV membership form and mail
this in with payment.
Booking
forms available here for download
Workshops
o Bookings will be on a first come first serve basis, so get in early
to be sure of your preferred class.
o Booking a workshop does not include admission to the Expo
o If minimum numbers are not achieved we reserve the right to cancel and
refund all monies paid.
o Please note the skill level for the class you wish to take matches your
abilities.
o Cancellations and changes to classes can be made up until the
16th October 2010. All cancellations will incur a $10 administration fee.
There is no refund for cancellations made after 16th October 2010.
o When your booking is confirmed you will receive a confirmation letter
and requirements list.
o Most Expo tutors will have kits available for purchase on the day.
Where it states that kits are not available, please read your requirements
list to see what material are needed to bring with you. Some workshops
require you to purchase a kit. This will be stated on the confirmation
letter that is sent to you. If you are doing a Marcia DeCoster workshop,
please indicate on the form if you would like to order a kit as these
are made up specially and brought with her from the USA.
Skill Levels
Novice - No Beading experience
Beginner - basic knowledge of some beading techniques
Intermediate - some knowledge of the technique being taught
Advanced - solid knowledge of multiple beading techniques
Venue
Kingston City Hall
(second building from cnr South Road & Nepean Hwy)
979 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin 3189
Opening Times
Friday 12th and Saturday 13th November 2010
10am to 5pm
Sunday 14th November 2010
10am to 4pm
If travelling by
Rail: Take the Frankston line and get off at Moorabbin Station
Car: Melways Map 77 D5
Most free parking in the area is 2 hour until 12 noon Saturday.
Saturday from 12 noon and all day Sunday there are no
restrictions. There is a paid car park on the corner of South Rd
& Nepean Hwy (entrance from Nepean Highway and South Rd - not clearly
marked).
Show
Schedule
Friday 12 Nov,
2010 9.00am Class registration
9.30am-12.30pm Morning Workshops
10.00am Expo doors open
1.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Workshops
4.30pm Showcase Awards
5.00pm Expo closes
Saturday 13 Nov, 2010 9.00am Class registration
9.30am-12.30pm Morning Workshops
10.00am Expo doors open
1.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Workshops
5.00pm Expo closes
Sunday 14 Nov, 2010 9.00am Class registration
9.30am-12.30pm Morning Workshops
10.00am Expo doors open
1.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Workshops
3.30pm Expo raffle drawn
4.00pm Expo closes
Showcase
2010
The Members' Exhibition
is always one of the highlights of the Melbourne Bead Expo. The Exhibition
aims to inspire and enthuse people at all levels of beading, and visitors
enjoy seeing what our members have created through the year. There are
three sections to the Members' Exhibition:
Members' Originals
Unique designs by our talented members, from beginners to the experts!
The best piece will receive the Elly Feldman Perpetual Trophy. Some of
these pieces will be for sale, and it is a wonderful opportunity to purchase
a beaded artwork.
Inspired by
Many beaders are inspired by magazine and kit projects, or make projects
in classes with beading teachers. This section will showcase the technical
skills of our members, with a display of items designed by some of the
best beading designers in the World.
Want it, take it
Would you like to buy some ready-made unique beaded jewellery?
Our members will be selling affordable and individual jewellery and other
beaded items at the Expo. All pieces are members' original designs, and
all for sale at under $75.00. Stock up for Christmas!
List
of 2010 exhibitors available on our links page.
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