Klew Expressions - polymer clay beads by artist Karen Lewis, polymer clay jewelry, jewelry findings, beads and more.
LOCATIONS
435 West J Street
Tehachapi, CA 93561
P: 661-823-1930
*Store Hours*
Mon,Wed,Thu 10:30 -5: 30
Fri & Sat 10 -6 p, Sun. 11- 4 p
Closed Tuesdays
101 W. Panamint
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
P: 760-384-2323
*Store Hours*
Wed-Sat 11-5 p
Toll Free: 877-864-5674
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Class Schedule

  • Basic tools for Polymer classes are: Pasta machine w/4" C clamp (not the one that comes with the machine), smooth work surface, tissue blade, needle tool, scraper tool, plexi roller.
  • Basic tools for Wire or Earring classes are: Flush wire cutters, round nose and chain nose pliers.
  • Tools for Intermediate Wire: Flush Cutter, round nose, chain nose pliers, chasing hammer, steel block with shock pad.
Tehachapi Store Classes
Register by phone or in the store. Class size is limited. Payment due upon registration to hold you space.
661-823-1930~ 435 West J Street, Tehachapi
Materials are not included in classes unless noted.
The Spirited Bead ~Ridgecrest
760-384-2323 ~ Wed-Sat 11-5
+ Materials not included, unless noted. Materials list given at time of registration

Mixed Media Pendant w/Debbie $15
Thursday April 9th 1:00-2:30
A fun mixed media pendant...Kit fee $6.95

Edwardian Necklace w/Klew $24
Saturday, April 10th 12:00-3:00
Hard-wired pieces create this stunning showpiece. Learn how to create your own. Materials; beads, 3 feet 18g wire, 4 16g jump rings, intermediate wire tools, 2' 20g wire and beads. For a kit with beads used in sample please notify us a day before the class, kit fee does not include wire (wire for pearls should be 24g instead of 20g) $10.

Drop Pendant w/Klew $18
Friday, April 10th 4-5:30
Learn to Create this darling necklace for yourself or a gift!
Kit= $15. Basic wire tools needed.


Coil Wire Earrings w/Klew $18+
Saturday ~ April 11th 10:00am-12noon
We are having fun with heavier gauge wire and coiling! Materials: Intermediate wire tools, 2',18g wire, 6 4-6mm beads, 20g wire,caps optional

Roman Coil Bracelet w/Klew $18+
Saturday ~ April 18th 10:00-1:00 pm

This unique and flexible bracelet comes from designs dating back 5 centuries to the roman era yet is timeless in its design. Materials: Intermediate Wire tools, 12' 18 or 20 g wire. Hand strength is important for 18g wire. Wire experience helpful but not necessary.


Chain Drop Earrings w/Ale' $15+
Sunday ~ April 19th...... time info TBA

Basic wire tools, brass wire, teardrop beads and 22g wire, earwires.

Peyote Chain Necklace w/Ale' $20+
Saturday ~ April 25th 11:00-1:30pm


Intro to Wire ~101 w/Klew $15+
Saturday ~ April 25th 2:00-4:00

Learn to create your own earrings & earwires that stand out and get noticed! Materials: Basic wire tools, 2' 18g wire, 2' 22g wire, 2,6mm beads.

Kaleidescope Caning w/Klew $45+ (continue into bracelet see next class)
Sunday April 26th~ 11:00-3:00

Learn how to create the intricate designs Klew is known for in her kaleidoscopes and tessilation canes. Materials : Basic Poly tools, assorted clay colors should include black & 1 lg white and three or four others of your choice. 3oz min each.

Tiled Bracelet w/Klew $18+
Monday ~ April 27th 2:30-4:30

This workshop can only be taken as an extention from the kaleidoscope class. Utilizing the canes made in class we will create a beautiful bracelet as seen in our example.

Bronz Clay Workshop w/Klew $45+
Friday May 1st 4-7pm and Sunday May 3rd 11-1pm

Come play with us and this new material called "Bronz" clay. It forms like clay and fires into bronze metal! Create your own unique charms using press molds or simply insising them. Create your own toggle clasps too... we are going to have fun so come and join in! Materials needed: bronz clay, fine carving or dental tools, wax paper, work surface, container, rubber stamps or any carved bead to press into the clay for designs! Due to time for drying and firing -Firing will be done overnight and class will resume Sunday at 11am...

Fantasy Flower Watch Pendant w/Sheilah Cleary $85
Saturday ~ May 2nd 10:00am-5:00pm

Sheilah is a world renown instructor and author. Her design and teaching skills are consise and fun. This workshop is sure to fill up as her Kumihimo one did in February, so be sure to plan ahead! Materials list upon registration.

 

  • Are you part of a guild?
  • Interested in having me come teach for you?
  • All you need to do is call or email for inquiries
    661-823-1930

my email is: klew at klewexpressions.com just make the "at" an @ in your email field.

Ridgecrest Store Class Schedule
+ Materials not included, unless noted


April

Having Fun With The "Coiling Gizmo" $20.00 +
Saturday ~ April 11th ~ 11:00 to 1:00

Learn to create intriguing coils for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and so much more.

Treasure Necklace w/Samela $30.00 +
Saturday ~ April 11th ~ 2:00 to 4:30pm

Design your own special treasure necklace to including all of your favorite
things. Beads, charms, found objects, whatever suits your designing nature.

Basic Stringing Design w/Samela $18.00 +
Saturday ~ April 18th ~ 1:00 to 2:30pm

Learn your basic stringing techniques; & about different beading wires, clasps,
crimps, & finishing touches. Complete a single strand necklace or bracelet.

Earring Basics w/Samela $18.00 +
Saturday ~ April 18th ~ 3:00 to 4:30pm

Learn basic earring techniques & how to make your own ear wires.

Sign up for the Basic Stringing & Earring Basics class together & save $6.00
Both classes for $30.00


  • Are you part of a guild?
  • Interested in having me come teach for you?
  • All you need to do is call or email for inquiries
    661-823-1930

my email is: klew at klewexpressions.com just make the "at" an @ in your email field.

 

 

 

Klew's Expressions

Klew's Expressions and The Spirited Bead is a unique store offering beads, tools, findings, gems, polymer clay beads, glass beads and Swarovski Crystal Beads and the exclusive designs of Karen Lewis.

Klew's Expressions

 

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