Caravan Beads of Chicago

Friday, July 10, 2009

This weekend's free lesson is
"Elegant Crystal Coiled Earrings".

Make this pretty pair of earrings which are perfect for summer parties.

Kit fee: approximately $17.00
Saturday & Sunday July 11 & 12 from 11 to 12.
Call to reserve your spot. Space is limited! 773-248-9555

WE ARE HAVING SOME GREAT KIDS CLASSES THIS SUMMER

www.caravanchicago.com/classes

KID'S CLASS: Beginning MacrameEasy Beginner
Learn how to make a bracelet or choker out of hemp using the basic macrame stitch and square stitch. Learn how to attach shells or beads onto the piece. You'll also learn how to make a focal point pendant such as a shell flower. Ages 6 to 12 years old.
This class lasts 2 hours. Materials included
Available Dates:Monday August 3, 2:00 to 4:00Price: $20.00

KID'S CLASS: My Fancy ChokerEasy Beginner
Use some fancy beads to create this spectacular choker, really easy and fun to make. This is a variation of right angle weave, but we do not need a needle. Ages 6 to 12 years.
This class lasts 2 hours. Materials included
Available Dates:Monday July 27, 10:00 to 12:00Price: $20.00 Monday August 24, 2:00 to 4:00Price: $20.00

KID'S CLASS: Stretchy Bracelet & AnkletEasy Beginner
Learn how to make a bracelet and anklet using elastic cord and beads of your choice. We will learn the history of beads, names of stones and what they mean. This way, you can make a bracelet that means something for yourself or someone special. Ages 5 to 10 years.
This class lasts 2 hours. Materials included
Available Dates:Monday July 20, 10:00 to 12:00Price: $20.0 Monday August 17, 2:00 to 4:00Price: $20.00

KID'S CLASS: Wonder BeadsEasy Beginner
Create one of a kind polymer clay beads to wear as jewelry, or to use in other projects. Make your beads any way you like, then bake them, and finally string them onto a cord for a cool summer necklace. Ages 9 to 12 years old.
This class lasts 2 hours. Materials included
Available Dates:Monday July 13, 10:00 to 12:00Price: $20.00 Monday August 10, 2:00 to 4:00Price: $20.00

Friday, June 26, 2009

Semi Precious Trunk show this weekend!
Saturday and Sunday June 27 & 28

We're having another special trunk show this weekend.

Choose from a great selection of semi-precious beads at great prices!

Come early for the best selection. We've been restocking and adding new

merchandise this week. We've added new products from Soft Flex including

their new "Trios" line.

Come check them out!

This weekend's free lesson is:

"Divine Inspiration Bracelet"
Make this cool summer bracelet and learn some wire

wrapping techniques as well.

Kit fee approximate: $15.00 with craft wire. Sterling or gold filled wire extra.

Sat. & Sun. June 27 & 28 from 11:00 - 12:00

Call to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

Phone 773 248-9555

Friday, June 19, 2009

SEMI PRECIOUS TRUNK SHOW NEXT WEEKEND!

Saturday and Sunday, June 27 & 28

We're having another special trunk show next weekend. Choose from a great selection of semi precious beads at great prices! Come early for the best selection.

This weekend's free lesson is

Copper Dangle earrings.

We've used some of our new beads and copper to create
these cool earrings. Perfect for summer!

Kit fee: approximately $15.00

Saturday & Sunday June 20 &21 from 11 to 12.

Call to reserve your spot. Space is limited! 773-248-9555

Friday, June 12, 2009

SPECIAL TRUNK SHOW THIS WEEKEND!

Thursday thru Sunday, June 11 thru 14

I've just returned from the Bead & Button Show with lots of new goodies! I've got tons of COPPER, COPPER, COPPER beads, clasps and chain. Lots of new styles of fancy sterling silver and vermeil clasps, great new semi precious beads and more! All of the new items will be at special prices this weekend only. They will return to the floor at regular prices (which are still great!) on Monday. Come get the first peek at all the lovelies this Thursday.

This weekend's free lesson is

looped drop earrings.

Make these easy, lovely earrings in just one hour! Dress them up

or down depending on the beads you choose.

Kit fee: approximately $12.50

Saturday & Sunday June 13 & 14 from 11 to 12.

Call to reserve your spot. Space is limited! 773-248-9555

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Free Lesson on Sunday ...

Don't forget this Saturday from 12:00 to 3:00 is the Paulina merchant's Pet Adoption day ! Help us find homes for some of Chicago's homeless dogs & cats. Caravan, along with other merchants on the street will be showcasing adoptable pets at our stores on Saturday, June 6. (We're expecting to have some dogs and kittens available for adoption at our store.

This weekend's free lesson is a wrapped stick pendant

Learn this easy wire wrapping technique in only an hour! You can dress it up or down depending on the beads you choose.When it's finished, you can hang it on a leather cord.

Kit fee: approximately $15.00

Sunday June 7 from 2:30 to 3:30

Call to reserve your spot. Space is limited! 773-248-9555

OUR PEARLS ARE 50% OFF FROM FRIDAY JUNE 4 UNTIL SUNDAY JUNE 7

We stock our sterling silver, gold filled, and vintaj chain and findings.