{"product_id":"11-14-native-beadwork-earrings","title":"{11\/14} Native Beadwork Earrings","description":"\u003cp class=\"GjcqjG1A\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, November 14\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9am–12pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cura Rodriguez\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAges:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner friendly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited to 10 students\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcraft Revival, 1365 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City\u003cspan class=\"broZnj5F\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recognition of Native American Heritage Month, join Native artist Cura Rodriguez for a morning of beadwork, cultural learning, and making by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will create a pair of beaded fringe earrings while learning foundational techniques used in contemporary Native American beadwork. Cura will guide participants through choosing colors, threading, shaping, and creating flowing fringe designs with glass seed beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents may choose from several curated color palettes and styles inspired by traditional and contemporary beadwork aesthetics. Each participant will create a pair of earrings that reflects their own color choices and creative expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, Cura will share about the cultural significance, artistry, history, and continuing traditions of Native beadwork. This class offers a meaningful opportunity to learn directly from a Native artist while recognizing beadwork as both a living cultural tradition and an evolving contemporary art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe class is intentionally kept small and relaxed, allowing plenty of time for individual guidance. No previous beadwork experience is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundational bead-weaving techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to create fringe-style earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead spacing, tension, and shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor planning and pattern building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to finish and attach earring hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultural and historical context for Native beadwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’ll Make\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach student will create one pair of handcrafted beaded fringe earrings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents may choose from curated glass-bead color palettes inspired by traditional and contemporary designs. With three hours of class time, most participants should be able to complete their earrings or leave with the skills and materials needed to finish them at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass seed beads in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeading needles and thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarring hooks and hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared tools to use during class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuided instruction from Cura Rodriguez\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials needed to complete the project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo experience is needed; beginners are very welcome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis class involves detailed, close-up handwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants are encouraged to bring reading glasses or magnification if helpful. Reading glasses are also available for purchase in the shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials are included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefund \u0026amp; Transfer Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCancellations made at least one week before the class are eligible for store credit. Within one week of the class, registrations are transferable to another person but are not eligible for store credit. Please contact Handcraft Revival at least 24 hours in advance when transferring your registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"GjcqjG1A\"\u003ePhotography\u003cspan class=\"broZnj5F\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos and short video clips may be taken during class for Handcraft Revival’s social media and marketing. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let us know when you arrive. We are happy to accommodate your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handcraft Revival","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55227820573044,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/7778\/2644\/files\/IMG_20260224_065747_Bokeh.jpg?v=1778874316","url":"https:\/\/handcraftrevival.com\/products\/11-14-native-beadwork-earrings","provider":"Handcraft Revival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}