| FAQ:
Q:
When is my payment for a class due?
A: Payment is due at the time of registration.
Please be sure that you can attend a workshop BEFORE signing up
for it, as classes are NOT refundable, NOT transferable, and NOT
exchangeable. To sign up for a class, see our Registration
and Payment Information page.
Q:
What do I need to bring to my class?
A: All of our beginner workshops include the
use of our tools - so you will not need to bring anything to class.
Visual aids (reading glasses, magnifiers, etc.), as well as notebooks
and pens, are highly recommended for all workshops. If you are
required to bring your own equipment to class, we will let you
know at registration.
Q:
I have so many beads at home - can I just bring my own supplies
to the workshop?
A: You may not bring your own supplies to our
workshops. A portion of each workshop is devoted to discussing
bead selection and design; so all materials must be selected during
class with the teacher's assistance. However, we are always happy
to help you design additional projects with your beads during
regular store hours.
Q:
I dropped/broke a bead in class - do I need to pay for it?
A: You will be responsible for any item that is lost
or damaged in class, so please bead carefully!
Q:
How soon do I need to sign up in order to get into the workshop?
A: As soon as you are ready! Our class sizes
are limited to 4-10 students, and while that ensures that we can
provide personal attention to each individual, it also means that
classes sometimes fill very quickly. Signing up early is the best
way to reserve your spot, plus your 10% Class Discount is effective
the day you enroll!!!
Q:
What does the price listed with the workshop include?
A: Unless specifically noted, the price
includes materials, use of tools in the basic classes, and the
teacher! If there are tool requirements, you will need to bring
or buy those tools before class.
Q:
I'm interested in a certain workshop, but I'm not sure if I'm
experienced enough to take it!
A: Many of our classes are beginning level,
meaning you don't have to have any prior experience or tools to
take them. For our intermediate and advanced classes, please check
the requirements. If you have the required skills and tools, you
should be fine. If you have any questions, email, stop by the
store or call us at 589-2600.
Q:
I want to take an intermediate class and have some jewelry experience,
but I didn't take the prerequisite class at The Bead Gallery.
Do I still qualify?
A: As a general rule, we require that
students take prerequisite classes such as Basic Wire Wrap and
Beadweaving at The Bead Gallery. There is no right or wrong way
to bead, but in the past, students who had learned these techniques
a different way often had difficulty in class. If you believe
that your technique is consistent with the way we teach, call
or stop by the store and your teacher can make a recommendation
as to whether or not you can take their class.
Q:
What if I have signed up for a class and I cannot attend?
A: Please check your schedule prior to
signing up for class as our workshops, like concert or movie tickets,
are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and non-exchangeable. If
you cannot come, you may send someone else to take your place
OR you may pick up your class supplies.
Q:
What are Bead Treats?
A: Bead Treats are FREE hour-long mini-classes
which focus on cute projects that are quick and easy to do! For
beaders of all levels, they're a fun chance to learn a new skill
and an opportunity to get excited about beading again! Though
the class is free, we recommend that you sign up beforehand as
these sessions often fill. A $10 deposit secures your seat and
will be credited toward any purchases you make that day.
Q:
Can you tell me about custom classes and other options I have
if I can't make the class date on the schedule?
A: Of course! See our custom
classes page for more information! We also have a lot of great
projects in our Online
Store that you can do right from your home!
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