There are no monthly dues to join.  Join fellow enthusiasts of polymer clay to share ideas, techniques, and tips on a Sunday afternoon.  Members can bring clay, tools, and projects to engage in the “clay play day”.  

Meetings will also be a time to discuss any interest in special events or future plans for the guild.

Pam Thomas is the lead contact and organizer.

For further details, feel free to call 813-374-9099, or e-mail info@tampabeadcafe.com

Crystal Loop Collar

Materials:

1 tube 8/0 seed beads

1 tube 11/0 seed beads

1-2 strands rondelles

clasp of choice

fireline

needle

1 pair of wire protectors

Cost: $25 plus materials

Instructor: Marilyn Hicks

Bead & Breakfast March 2010

Materials:

size 11/0 seed beads

size 6 mm bugles

1 strand size 4 mm pearls

1 strand size 3 mm pearls (sample uses glass pearls)

size 6 mm crystals (approx. 1 jar)

1 12×8 teardrop crystal

2 needles & thread

lamp & magnifiers if needed

Cost: Free plus materials

Instructor: Debbie McCoy

Tea & Bead March 2010

Tea & Bead March 2010

Materials:

11/0 seed beads

15/0 seed beads

2.4 drop beads

needle & thread

Lamp & magnifiers if needed

Cost: Free plus materials

Instructor: Debbie McCoy

Spring Link Chain Necklace

Materials:

2 colors of craft wire, 10 feet each, 18 gauge

1 focal bead

Tools: are available for classroom use, but students are encouraged to bring their own

round nose pliers

chain nose pliers

wire cutters

mandrel for wrapping, 1/8″ or 1/4″ for desired size, a wooden dowel may also be used

Lamp & magnifiers if needed

Cost: $25 plus materials

Instructor: Debbie McCoy

Victoria Necklace

Materials:

size 11/0 seed beads

size 6 mm bugles

1 strand size 4 mm pearls

1 strand size 3 mm pearls (sample uses glass pearls)

size 6 mm crystals (approx. 1 jar)

1 12×8 teardrop crystal

2 needles & thread

Lamp & magnifiers if needed

Cost: $25 plus materials

Instructor: Debbie McCoy

Egyptian Net

Egyptian Net

Materials:

2  tubes size 6 mm spiral  bugles color 1 (main)

1 tube size 3 mm bugles color 2 (contrast)

1 tube size size 3 mm bugles color 3 (accent) can be same as color 2 if desired

2 tubes size 11/0 seed beads color 1 (main)

1 tube size 11/0 seed beads color 2 (contrast)

1 tube size 11/0 seed beads color 3 (accent)

2.4 drops are optional (used in sample)

beading needle

thread

clasp of choice

lamp & magnifiers as needed

Cost: $25 plus materials and pattern (Rypan Designs, Egyptian Net)

Instructor: Debbie McCoy

Level: Intermediate

Basic Bead Crochet

Materials:

Size 6/0 seed beads in 4 or 5 distinct colors

1 spool C-lon thread

Size 4 crochet hook

1 foam core piece (can be picked up from store prior to class)

Basic Bead Crochet PreWork

Pre-work (must be done before class time)

Using the c-lon thread, wrap around the foam core piece a minimum of 100 times.  This is approximately 50 feet of workable thread.  Next, string beads on the thread in desired order. Order is whatever is pleasing to student’s design.  The order strung will correspond to the order crocheted.  Remain consistent with order chosen, as this is what creates the spiraling of each color in the design.

Example: For the sample pictured above, pre-work was strung was 1 each of clear, orange, purple, gold, and continued in this same pattern.

Cost: $50 for both sessions plus materials

Instructor: patsy monk

Braided Leather Bracelet

 

*Note* Sample will differ from students’ project, as focal pieces shown are not included in the kit, but may be purchased separately, for a unique style. 

Materials:

Kit includes all basic materials to complete the bracelet & clasp

Students may choose additional items to embellish and accessorize bracelet

Tools:

Will be available for classroom use

Cost: $30 includes kit

Instructors: Tracy Nelligan & Erin O’Toole

Level: Intermediate

Students will learn the technique of round braid in leather and learn to make their wire clasp. 

Materials:

Approx. 6-10 gemstones, sample uses larger chunky stones

Approx. 6-10 spacers

1 roll of 22 gauge (or heaver if desired) wire

Pliers, available for classroom use, but students may choose to bring their own

Cost: $25 plus materials

Instructor: Marilyn Hicks

Level: Beginner