past classes

Goddess the beaded pendant was created in the Art Nouveau style of Czech artist Alphonse Mucha  of the late 1800s to the early 1900s. This cabochon created in  pewter base metal is a 3" by 1" piece. The cabochon is surrounded by Czech glass daggers,  seed beads, cup chain and various quartz and agate Druzy stones.  Pendant is 5" by 5" and is a stunning pendant. Included are all beads, cabs, stiff felt  with leather or ultra suede backing of your choice . This will not be finished in  class. Materials not included are bead mats lighting, thread or needles.   

Class fee $65 Kit fee $100 Reserve your seat by email at BirchHouse63@gmail.com  There are a limited number of spaces available in this class, so please register early to insure you have a seat. PLEASE NOTE: We require a two-week cancellation notice for a full refund with artists from out of the area. 

Mermaid is an oceanic based ceramic pendant. The focal mermaid is created  by ceramic artist Sheri Mallery. Each mermaid has some unique colors that are  somewhat varied. Various bezeling of stones and Cabs are done in a freeform  style . Attached are Czech glass daggers, drops and various semi precious  stones, all give this piece a textured ocean themed pendant.  The mermaid is 2.5"  by 1" and the finished pendant is 4" by 5" . All beads, cabs, leather or  ultra suede backing are included .   Not included are thread, needles or bead  mats.. I always bring extra beads, needles and thread in the event you  don't!  This will not be finished in  class.  

Directions, pictures and bead  techniques are included in each kit. Class fee $65 Kit fee $100 Reserve your seat by email at BirchHouse63@gmail.com   

There are a limited number of spaces available in this class, so please register early to insure you have a seat. PLEASE NOTE: We require a two-week cancellation notice for a full refund with artists from out of the area. 

This class will be rescheduled at a later date due to the Covid-19 temporary closure

Take the thousand year old art of kumihimo out for a modern spin with this  beaded bangle! Whether you are experienced with Japanese braid making or ready  to learn this exciting technique this class covers it all. Learn how choice and  placement of beads creates this showstopper spiral and how to make a seamless  closure. This fun bracelet will be a project you’ll make to go with every  outfit. 

Carolyn Haushalter is an internationally known Kumihimo  instructor with more than ten years of experience. She loves to study with great  teachers that push her to keep innovating in this ancient art. 

Always there, always watching. This difficult to find bird skull with bat wings is the focal for this comfortably sized collar. Approximately 3.75" high by 6" wide with assorted cabochons and crystals this unique piece will feed your imagination as you bead your way into this fantasy indulgence.

$55 Class fee
$25 Kit fee
Teacher: Barb Cherwaty

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This beautiful Queen Bee pendant features a custom made crown and bee. Swarovski crystals adorn the pendant. This class will be taught by Anita Kozinko of Noren Jewelry Design. Class fee is $50, kit feet is $25. There is limited seating in this class due to the limited availability of the custom components.

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Bold Bead Embroidery Dichroic Necklace with Angel Boyle using Karen Leonardo dichroic cab focal

Class cost: $50.00/student

Kit including 1 Karen Leonardo dichroic cab- $65.00

You will be learning back stitch, peyote stitch and a finishing brick stitch on the edge of Karen Leonardo’s dichroic cabochon using 3.8mm beads. You will have your choice of 5 different colors of size 11 Delica beads, 2 colors of round size 15 seed beads and 3 or 4 strands of pearls or crystals, beading foundation and a clasp. You can also choose your dichroic cabochon from an array of Karen’s focal cabs. Karen will be demonstrating how she makes her cabochons for about 15 minutes in the beginning of the class. She will also have her cabs and beads for sale if you want extras. 

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Save the date! A little sneak peek at an upcoming event. Birch House Art Studio in Greensburg will be hosting a Day of the Dead Party for those attending Barb Cherwaty's purse class on November 2, 2019 from 11am to 4pm. These 2" Painted Ladies from A Touch of Glass will be the guest stars in your kits which will be available for a special price of $25 and include everything needed to create your own beautiful purse. Class fee is $50 Sign up by contacting Birchhouse63@gmail.com