Plumb Alley Beads and Gifts
252 W. Main Street
Abingdon, VA
276-628-2420



November - December 2009

Please note that the chain maille classes require that you pre-register no later than 2 weeks in advance of the class date. Also, some classes have prerequisites or prior knowledge required. Please pay attention to these. If you aren't sure about a class skill level, please ask us.
A $5.00 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. The remaining class fee may be paid the day of the class.

November - December 2009



Friday, 11/20/09, 1-3 pm
Knot Just for Fun, $12 plus pearl strand. Have you always wanted to know how to knot between pearls? Here's your chance using an easy technique. Beginner. Click here for class sample.

Saturday, 11/21/09, 1-3 pm
Lisa's Poinsettia Bracelet, $15 plus supplies. Use sterling silver tubes and Swarovski crystals to create a stunning flower motif bracelet. Great for Christmas gifts! Prior to class, purchase 2 strands of 6 mm SW bicones, 1 in green and one in flower color of choice, 1 pack 3 or 4 mm SS beads, 1 pack of SS tubes, and clasp of choice. Beginner. Click here for class sample

Friday, 12/04/09, 1-3 pm
Ear Bobs, $8 plus earwires and beads. We'll make several pairs of earrings with different techniques including wire wrapping. Beginner.

Saturday, 12/5/09, 1-4 pm
Quick Gratification ,$22 including supplies. Teaches basic bead stringing techniques. WARNING: This class just might make you a bead "addict". Beginner..

Thursday, 12/10/09, 6-8:30 pm
Art Clay Pendant, $65 including clay. Turn clay into silver! Beginner.

Friday, 12/11/09, 1-5 pm
Flower Power Ring, $15 including supplies. Use netting stitch to create a floral ring. Swarovski crystals make it bling! Beginner beadweaving. Click here for class sample.

Saturday 12/12/09, 1-4 pm
Victorian Pendant Necklace, $12 plus $12 kit and clasp. Leave it to Lisa to design a gorgeous pendant made from Swarovski crystals. We'll have kits made up in a selection of colors. Intermediate. Click here for class sample If no one has signed up for a class by 5 p.m. the day before it is scheduled, the class will be cancelled

Class registration may be done by phone. Fees are due at the time of registration. No refunds, but classes can be rescheduled. Prior students may be eligible for a 25% discount. All supplies must be purchased in our store, prior to, not at class starting time! Please bring a drink with a lid to class with you.

We do bead parties for adults and children. Ask us for information.