Course
Pearl / Bead Threading & Stringing Course
1-Day Course | Private 1:1 Tuition
All tutors work are professional jewellers or are jewellery trade specialists who are willing to share their expertise and trade secrets with you.
Course Description
Pearl / Bead Threading & Stringing
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The emphasis of this course is to learn techniques for stringing and knotting pearls or beads to create professionally finished necklaces and bracelets.
Guided by your skill level you may learn techniques with step-by-step tutor guidance or ask for help on troublesome threading, knotting or tension issues. Depending on your progress you may make more than one necklace on the day.
The tutor will provide a small range of beads/pearls and clasps for you to choose from to create one or two piece of jewellery of your own design or you may bring some of your own stones/beads/ pearls, small mementos or clasps that you would like to incorporate into a design.
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Alternatively you may bring in your own necklaces and get help with restringing, knotting and tension or adding a new clasp.
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During the day you will learn many bead jewellery design tips from the tutor to help you create the beautiful pearl or bead Jewellery you wish to make.
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How to choose the correct sizes and shapes of beads/pearls for balance
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Considering colour combinations
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How to create the correct space and tension between beads
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How to choose and add a clasp to your Jewellery for a professional finish
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Simple ways for adding sterling silver into your designs (Birmingham tutor only)​
Materials Kit
A basic selection of beads and findings are included in the course fee, however the tutor has treasure trove of additional pearls, beads and findings and you may make additional purchases (optional) to use on the day or take away for later practise.
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NOTE : If you wish to bring your own beads, you MUST advise the tutor before he course to ensure the appropriate size thread will be available to suit the size of the bead holes.
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Additional Course Information
What is the course date?
The course date is set by you, so that you can undertake a tuition session at your convenience.
All dates / times of course sessions are subject to tutor availability.
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Start time are generally 10am GMT London Time but this can be adjusted slightly to suit.
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About Materials
Materials Kit
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A basic selection of beads and findings are included in the course fee, however the tutor has treasure trove of additional pearls, beads and findings and you may make additional purchases (optional) to use on the day or take away for later practise.
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NOTE : If you wish to bring your own beads, you MUST advise the tutor before the course to ensure the appropriate size thread will be available to suit the size of the bead holes.
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About the Course Fee
A large portion of the course fee quoted is paid to the tutor, because, it’s their expertise that you pay for.
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Where there is a selection of tutors, course, fee's may vary due to individual tutor requirements for teaching.
In addition a there is a small fee for arranging your course which is included in the total course fee.
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Payment
Course fee payment is required in advanced by BACS Bank Transfer invoice or IBAN for international students.
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Vat/Tax is not applicable
Interested?
Make a Course Enquiry
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Advise your details on the form provided.
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At this stage this is just an enquiry with no obligation to book.
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Booking Information
Payment Terms
Payment is required in advance and payments are handled safely and securely by BACS Bank Transfer invoicing.
International Students must pay via SWIFT/IBAN OR PayPal.
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Instalments
Some courses are available to pay in instalments, whereby a non-refundable deposit is required to book your course date. Please ask for details if this is of interest to you.
Booking Terms
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Once you have booked a cancellation fee of £95* will be deducted from your refund if you cancel your course up to and including 10 days prior to the start of the course once your payment has been received.
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Cancellations received within 10 days of the course date are not eligible for a refund, however you may re-arrange your course for one other date if you wish.
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Should we need to cancel your course due to unforeseen circumstances we will refund your course fee in full.
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* Amount is variable depending on the duration and type of the course. When you enquire, out quote reply will provide the actual cancellation amount applicable. £95 applies only to a standard one day course.