Come join us at our store in Woodinville for classes! Click on the individual class for more information.
Please note that these are in-store classes only. Tickets can be purchased online but the actual class takes place at our store.
Most classes are recommended for ages 13 & up. We do have kid-friendly classes for younger students, but they must be accompanied by an adult who will remain in the store during the class.
Unless otherwise stated in the class description, if the class is not sold out, tickets will be available on the day of the class.
Check back often, as new classes will be added regularly!
If you’re interested in something that’s not on our schedule, want a private class for you and a friend, or would love to take a class but our regular store hours don’t work - email classes@blueberrybeads.com to see about setting up a personalized class!
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Dodecahedron Pendant
This is super fun to make, but WILL challenge your brain as the structure is different! When finished, it measures about 1” in diameter.
You can wear it as a pendant, or make two for a pair of earrings. With the right color beads, you can make a mini-death star, just in time for May the 4th!
Supply List:
Due to the geometry Tohos are recommended for the seed beads.
Demi Round 80 Demi Round 60 beads
Petal 80 Seed Bead 68 Beads
Accent Bead 110 Seed Bead 68 beads
Needle
Thread
Tubelet beads will be provided for the class. These beads are proprietary to Potomac Beads – they are like a larger diameter 6mm bugle, with smooth ends!
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $60
Buy tickets in advance here: Dodecahedron Pendant - June 9th, 3-6pm - Blueberry Beads
Learn 2-Hole Stretchy Bracelets
Like stretch bracelets? Wanna take it to a new level? Learn how to successfully make stretch bracelets using 2 hole beads. Make a classic 2 hole Tila bracelet or change it up and make it funky!
Blingy Netted Bracelet
This bracelet is gorgeous! An entire wrist-full of sparkly crystals that you can make for yourself. It works up fairly quickly, using a variation of the Netting Stitch - great for beginners. While the bracelet looks complex, it's actually very easy to get a good result. The only skills needed prior to class are the ability to count to 5 and to sew with a needle and thread.
Materials Needed:
3-hole bar clasp
4mm crystals or pearls, bicone or round (about 100 total)
Size 11 seed beads in a contrasting color
Thread
Beading Needle
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $45
Buy tickets in advance here: Blingy Netted Bracelet - June 29th 3-6pm - Blueberry Beads
Even Count Peyote Stitch
Peyote is the foundation of many beadweaving projects. Come learn this fun and versatile technique by creating a simple bracelet with even count peyote.
Triangle Bling Pendant
This is part 1 of a 3-part class to complete the entire piece. However, each piece can be taken separately (with prerequisites).
Part 1: The Pendant (Beginner-friendly)
This is a very pretty pendant, with sparkle! It is designed to be a beginner level project, introducing the concepts of both Peyote and Herringbone stitches. The ONLY prerequisite is the ability to sew with a needle and thread.
Supply List:
Size 11 Delica beads in 2 colors, 1 primary and 1 accent - One 7.2 gram bag of each color
18mm Rivoli - 1 in a color that works with the cylinder beads
3mm Bicone crystals - 5 in a coordinating color
Thread - 6# or 8# non-stretch thread (i.e. Fireline)
Needle
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $45
Buy tickets in advance here: Triangle Bling Pendant July 12th - 1-4pm - Blueberry Beads
Odd Count Peyote Stitch
Peyote is the foundation of many beadweaving projects. Come learn this fun and versatile technique by creating a simple bracelet with odd count peyote.
Triangle Bling Rope
This is part 2 of a 3-part class to complete the entire piece. However, each piece can be taken separately (with prerequisites).
Part 2: The Rope – (Beginner/Advanced Beginner)
This versatile technique works up quickly, and makes a great rope for many beaded pendants. The class will cover the basics of Herringbone Stitch plus techniques for inserting objects (Crystals, pearls, charms, etc.) as an integral part of the rope. Attaching a clasp will be covered. Students who want to use the beaded version, will leave the clasp off (for now).
Prerequisite: Exposure to Herringbone stitch, slight ability to control tension. Taking the Pendant portion will meet these requirements.
Supply List:
Size 11 Seed beads (Delica or Aiko) in 1 or 2 colors. If using two colors - 1 primary and 1 accent (the accent is not required, but there will be instructions for incorporating different designs using the second color accents.)
Inserts
· 4mm crystals, pearls, or other beads for ones that are the same diamete as the rest of the rope.
· Larger accents will work as well, but much larger mean that the pendant might need to be put on before working the second side of the rope.
Thread 6# or 8# non-stretch thread (i.e. Fireline)
Needle
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $30
Buy tickets in advance here: Triangle Bling Rope - July 19th 1-3pm - Blueberry Beads
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Triangle Bling Clasp
This is part 3 of a 3-part class to complete the entire piece. However, each piece can be taken separately (with prerequisites).
Part 3: The Clasp – Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Knowing how to bead your own clasps greatly enhances your work, adds interest, and is generally cheaper than purchasing clasps!
The class will cover how to make a Peyote tube (odd count). The method I use for this is easily doable by an advanced beginner student! We will also cover open shapes for the loop portion. We will MAKE the triangle version, but options for other shapes will be discussed.
Prerequisites:
· SOME experience with Peyote stitch and Peyote shapes such as triangles.
· Good Tension control.
· Ability to work with tight tension.
· Note: The previous 2 classes will meet these requirements.
Supply List:
Size 11 Delica beads in 2 colors, 1 primary and 1 accent - One 7.2 gram bag of each color
Thread - 6# or 8# non-stretch thread (i.e. Fireline)
Needle
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $45
Buy tickets in advance here: Triangle Bling Clasp - July 26 1-4pm - Blueberry Beads
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Beginner Friendly 2 bead Herringbone Bracelet
Herringbone is a great stitch that can be used in a veriety of ways! - Come learn this fun and versatile technique by creating a simple bracelet with an embellished herringbone stitch. No previous weaving experience necessary.
Materials needed:
Thread
Beading needle
size 8 Toho seed beads
3mm Czech glass beads
Clasp
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Cost: $35
Buy tickets in advance here: Beginner Friendly 2 bead Herringbone Bracelet: May 30th 4pm-5:30pm - Blueberry Beads
Color Palette Earrings
Learn how to assemble some nifty simple fringe earrings using seed beads and beading wire!
You will need:
3 colors of size 11 Delica seed beads (OR one of our Delica mixes!)
4mm sized crystal bead of choice
~6mm sized crystal bead of choice
Beading wire
Crimp beads
Ear wires
Tools to bring, purchase, or borrow from classroom availability:
Crimping Pliers
(optional) Flat or Round Nose Pliers
Beading Mat
Cost: $30
Buy tickets in advance here: Color Palette Earrings - May 23rd - 12-4pm - Blueberry Beads
Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Ear Hooks
In this class you will learn some of the basics of wire working! Learn how to make your own ear hooks and how to make the most of your tools. Nothing fancy required! Wire will not be provided for class so please see the materials list below.
You will need:
18 gauge Craft Wire (any finish will do)
Tools will be available for use in class but if you have tools at home you would prefer, please feel free to bring them. In class you will be using these tools:
Wire Cutters
Round Nose Pliers
Nylon Jaw Pliers
A Metal Hammering Surface
Hammer
Cup Burr
Recommended age for this class is 15+
Cost: $20
Buy tickets in advance here: Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Ear Hooks - May 19, 2026 - 5-6pm - Blueberry Beads
Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Hook & Eye
In this class you will learn some of the basics of wire working! Learn how to make your own hook and eye clasp for a necklace or a bracelet and how to make the most of your tools! Wire will not be provided for class so please see the materials list below.
You will need:
18 gauge Craft Wire (any finish will do)
Tools will be available for use in class but if you have tools at home you would prefer, please feel free to bring them. In class you will be using these tools:
Wire Cutters
Round Nose Pliers
Nylon Jaw Pliers
A Metal Hammering Surface
Hammer
Cup Burr
Recommended age for this class is 15+
Cost: $20
Buy tickets in advance here: Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Hook & Eye - May 19, 2026 - 3:30-4:30pm - Blueberry Beads
Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Hook & Eye
In this class you will learn some of the basics of wire working! Learn how to make your own hook and eye clasp for a necklace or a bracelet and how to make the most of your tools! Wire will not be provided for class so please see the materials list below.
You will need:
18 gauge Craft Wire (any finish will do)
Tools will be available for use in class but if you have tools at home you would prefer, please feel free to bring them. In class you will be using these tools:
Wire Cutters
Round Nose Pliers
Nylon Jaw Pliers
A Metal Hammering Surface
Hammer
Cup Burr
Recommended age for this class is 15+
Cost: $20
Buy tickets in advance here: Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Hook & Eye - May 18th, 2026 5-6pm - Blueberry Beads
Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Ear Hooks
In this class you will learn some of the basics of wire working! Learn how to make your own ear hooks and how to make the most of your tools. Nothing fancy required! Wire will not be provided for class so please see the materials list below.
You will need:
18 gauge Craft Wire (any finish will do)
Tools will be available for use in class but if you have tools at home you would prefer, please feel free to bring them. In class you will be using these tools:
Wire Cutters
Round Nose Pliers
Nylon Jaw Pliers
A Metal Hammering Surface
Hammer
Cup Burr
Recommended age for this class is 15+
Cost: $20
Buy tickets in advance here: Wire Workshop: Make Your Own Ear Hooks - May 18th, 2026 3:30-4:30pm - Blueberry Beads
Flat Spiral Bracelet - May 17th - 1-3pm
The flat spiral is a basic beginner technique that works up very quickly and produces stunning results.
Materials for a 7” bracelet:
Approx. 5 grams size 11 seed beads
52 x 4 mm crystal bicones or pearls (approx.)
27 x 6 mm crystal bicones or pearls (approx.)
2 jump rings
Clasp
Beading needles in your size or choice
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $35
Buy tickets in advance here: Flat Spiral Bracelet - May 17th - 1-3pm - Blueberry Beads
Candy Flower Necklace - May 9th - 12-3pm
In this class, you will learn how to create some fun and easy flower components! Additionally, you'll be able to connect two or more with some simple eye pin construction to make a chain. OR pop a couple on ear wires for some cute earrings!
You will need:
A strand of 6mm gemstone or glass round beads.
Size 8/0 seed beads
Eyepins
Any beads of various sizes that match your flower colors for the chain link construction
Jumprings
Clasp of choice, or ear wires
Tools:
Size 11 beading needle
Beading thread of choice
Scissors
Tools to purchase or use from classroom availability:
Round Nose Pliers
Flat or Bent Nose Pliers x2
Wire Cutters
Beading Mat
Recommended age: 13+
Cost: $45
Buy tickets in advance here: Candy Flower Necklace - May 9th - 12-3pm - Blueberry Beads
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Dodecahedron Pendant
This is super fun to make, but WILL challenge your brain as the structure is different! When finished, it measures about 1” in diameter.
You can wear it as a pendant, or make two for a pair of earrings. With the right color beads, you can make a mini-death star, just in time for May the 4th!
Supply List:
Due to the geometry Tohos are recommended for the seed beads.
Demi Round 80 Demi Round 60 beads
Petal 80 Seed Bead 68 Beads
Accent Bead 110 Seed Bead 68 beads
Needle
Thread
Tubelet beads will be provided for the class. These beads are proprietary to Potomac Beads – they are like a larger diameter 6mm bugle, with smooth ends!
This class will start promptly, so please be ready and in the classroom on time. Students are welcome to bring the materials needed from home, purchasing materials at Blueberry is not required. Please bring a magnifier or glasses if you use them to sew/read/craft.
Recommended Age: 13+
Cost: $60
Buy tickets in advance here: Dodecahedron Pendant - May 3rd, 1-5pm - Blueberry Beads
Even Count Peyote Stitch
Peyote is the foundation of many beadweaving projects. Come learn this fun and versatile technique by creating a simple bracelet with even count peyote.
Wire Wrap Tree of Life Class
Come learn beautiful wire work that's easy! Use gemstone chips to create an amazing sun catch or a sweet pendant in celebration of Earth Day this month! In this class you will learn some basic wire working techniques as well as ways to incorporate beads into wire work in this beginner friendly class.
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Boho Fan Pendant
This is a fun woven pendant that can be made larger for a statement necklace, smaller for earrings or worn as is. This is an adapted ladder stitch with embellishing.
Flower Chain Bracelet
This is a fun introduction to beadweaving! This bracelet uses all 8/0 seed beads - kits are provided with everything you need. Students will leave with a pretty bracelet and an understanding of the basics of working with seed beads. The only prerequisite skills are the ability to sew with a needle and thread, and the ability to count to 5!
Beginner Friendly Saturn Bracelet
Take the first steps into bead weaving with this sweet and fun bracelet. Learn what to watch for when bead weaving and the importance of a bead count. This class runs from 12pm to 3pm, plenty of time to make one or two of these unique jewelry pieces.
Crystal Tennis Bracelet
This bracelet is not only super sparkly, it is also a great way to learn some of the foundational stitches for beadweaving! You will learn the ins and outs of weaving with Swarovski Crystal and what makes them so unique to work with.
Wire Wrap Tree of Life Class
Come learn beautiful wire work that's easy! Use gemstone chips to create an amazing sun catch or a sweet pendant in celebration of Earth Day this month! In this class you will learn some basic wire working techniques as well as ways to incorporate beads into wire work in this beginner friendly class.
Learn How to Loom!
It’s time to learn about the bead loom! Using a bead loom is one of the foundation techniques for beading and has been around for hundreds of years. In this class you will learn how to warp your loom, how to add beads and how to finish your project. There are three bracelet widths available with the class, the smallest being the one that is easiest to finish.
Intro to Polymer Clay
Want to try polymer clay but don't want to invest in all the equipment that comes with it? Come try this amazing and versatile medium with us at Blueberry Beads in Woodinville! We've got clay, and all the tools, cutters, mica powders, texture plates, and molds for you to play with.
Learn 2-Hole Stretchy Bracelets
Like stretch bracelets? Wanna take it to a new level? Learn how to successfully make stretch bracelets using 2 hole beads. Make a classic 2 hole Tila bracelet or change it up and make it funky! This class is only 90mins long and has 3 separate sessions throughout the day. Pick what time of day works for you, this posting is for the third class that starts at 3pm PST.
Learn 2-Hole Stretchy Bracelets
Like stretch bracelets? Wanna take it to a new level? Learn how to successfully make stretch bracelets using 2 hole beads. Make a classic 2 hole Tila bracelet or change it up and make it funky! This class is only 90mins long and has 3 separate sessions throughout the day. Pick what time of day works for you, this posting is for the second class that starts at 1:30pm PST.
Learn 2-Hole Stretchy Bracelets
Like stretch bracelets? Wanna take it to a new level? Learn how to successfully make stretch bracelets using 2 hole beads. Make a classic 2 hole Tila bracelet or change it up and make it funky! This class is only 90mins long and has 3 separate sessions throughout the day. Pick what time of day works for you, this posting is for the first class that starts at 12pm PST.
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
Learn Beaded Kumihimo
Welcome to a fun and interesting way to bead! Kumihimo has been around for thousands of years and though it's not truly known when beads were added to this interesting weaving technique, it makes a beautiful spiral and a wonderful necklace or bracelet. In this class you will learn the movements of basic kumihimo with beads on a weaving disc.
Learn Beading In Circles - Round Brick Stitch
In this class you will learn Bead weaving, Circular Brick stitch. You’ll be using varying sizes of seed beads around metal piece to create a focal pendant or make two for earrings! This is a great technique that can be used in SO many ways for earrings, pendants or several smaller ones for drops on a necklace! *Helpful to have some sewing / needle experience, but not necessary. If you ususally use reading glasses to see small things, please bring them also!
Stringing Basics
This class is the place to start if you want to get into beading. Designing and stringing beaded jewelry is a great starting skill to add to your creative roster!
This class will not only cover stringing on beading wire, but will also include some lessons on color theory and pattern making!
St. Paddy's Day Make & Take
Want to make something quick and cute for St. Patrick's Day? Join us in the store for a drop-in class and make something special!
We'll have a selection of charms, beads, stringing materials, and findings to choose from. You can also bring your own from home, or shop the store for something more specific to your tastes. We'll help you string a bracelet, make a pair of earrings, or put together a simple pendant necklace.
There's no set class time for this one - come in any time and stay as long as you want to!