Beadwildered’s 5th Annual
Beadwork Retreat Friday 19th April to Sunday 21st April 2013
Here are all the sparkly beadwork workshops on offer at Beadwildered’s 5th Annual Retreat. Returning to the lovely Gartmore House (on the A82 near Aberfoyle), we will bead from Friday through to Sunday. NEWS FLASH: the Friday workshops were so popular last year we have now included them as part of our Programme!
Beadwildered’s retreat officially
starts at 2pm on Friday 19th, but you can join in at any point over the weekend. Have a good look in here to find out more and if you have any questions, please call retreat co-ordinator, Sarah Longfield at ‘Mrs Magooty’ on 07958 582902 or email info@mrsmagooty.co.uk
How it all workS... You will be taught by experienced local bead artists in the wonderfully peaceful surroundings of 18th century country mansion, Gartmore House in Loch Lomond National Park. Set in 75 acres of peaceful grounds, the house has 23 ensuite double, twin and family bedrooms and there is also a cottage in the grounds sleeping around 5 people. Beaders staying the cottage or sharing with more than one other get a 10% discount plus a ÂŁ10 voucher for the onsite beadshop. There are a 3 half day classes on Friday afternoon, 3 on Saturday morning, 3 on Saturday afternoon and 3 full day classes on the Sunday. On the booking form, you will be asked for your first, second and (for Saturday) third choices for each day/half day. The classes will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Your class choices will be confirmed in the new year and materials lists will be emailed/posted out in January so you can start shopping! All food is included in the Retreat fee: breakfast; lunch; dinner and some excellent morning and afternoon cakes to keep the beading energy up! A ÂŁ50 deposit is required to secure your booking and the full fee by the end of February 2013.
Friday 2pm ClasseS African Helix Taught by Sheena Stevenson This necklace uses a Zulu looped stitch to form a twisted triangular rope with fire polished crystals and size 11s. No experience needed.
Scarf Ring Taught by Mary Carbine Using a range of beads you will learn the simple technique of creating a scarf ring that can be easily adapted to a whole host of other pretty things!
Chevron Necklace Taught by Alice Campbell This class will take you through the Chevron technique creating a glamorous necklace using size 11 seed beads and nine small groups of 5mm crystals and contrasting size 11 seed beads.
Saturday Morning classeS Galaxy Bracelet Taught by Mairi Carlton Using Ogalala butterfly netting (no previous experience needed) Swarovski star crystals are secured in a frilled netted bracelet of seed beads, embellished with a few small bicones. There is a flower garden version available too.
Linked up Bracelet Taught by Brenda Waugh Using odd-count herringbone, you will create an easy to wear bracelet with a truly ingenious fastening.
Goddess Bracelet Taught by Aileen Dickie-Adams Elegantly curving around your wrist, this simple but classic bracelet combines cubes, crystals and bugles. Using a mix of 3 sided Right Angle Weave and picots, a simple change of colours you can create a whole new look!
Saturday Afternoon classeS Peony Pin Taught by Sue Wightman Using a Swarovski Rivoli and delicas, this striking flower pin is created in Peyote. Perfect for brightening up any coat or jumper, this little pin will get everyone asking where you got it from!
Crystal Honeycomb Bangle Taught by Diane McDonald A pretty bangle using size 11s worked in Right Angle Weave. embellished with 3mm Swarovski crystals and wrapped around a silicone band. A little embellished cog finishes the bangle off, securing it’s bling credentials! It can be made to fit any size of wrist—just measure the widest part of your hand!
Saturday Afternoon classeS Constellation Necklace Taught by Mary Carbine This gorgeous necklace is made up of peyote stitch elements and can be made using larger or smaller beads (both size 15 fanatics and those that hate ‘dust’ can join in here!!). You can create a rope of your own choosing to suit or perhaps ribbon or cord. The class will explore other ways of using the pieces as well.
Friday & Saturday Evening Some people (like me) see Gartmore as a chance to maximise on our beading and intend to only put our needles down for cake, so are quite happy beading through the evening. I understand though, that this isn’t for everyone! This year there is the opportunity to bead or just chat on the Friday after dinner. On Saturday we are hoping to have a special guest for a talk/demonstration as well as our infamous quiz—it’s all entirely optional—please just do what suits you. The bead shop will be open throughout the weekend and you can open a tab if you desperately need to shop when I’m not around. As is tradition, I will also have the mystery kits ready for the intrepid on Saturday eve!
Sunday all day ClasseS Herringbone Excellence Taught by Alice Campbell With a focal point of a Swarovski Rivoli, this bracelet/cuff incorporates 3 strands of herringbone connected with 3mm and 4mm Swarovski bicones.
Return to St Petersburg Taught by Sheena Stevenson The centrepiece is a large Swarovski navette bezelled with delicas and 15s. Attached to this are 2 chains made with bicones, 11s and 15s in St Petersburg stitch. Prior knowledge of Peyote is needed for this class.
Jewelled Pendant Taught by Mairi Carlton Using ladder stitch, 6 dazzling Rivolis are encased in bugles, seeds and Swarovski crystals to form a jewelled cube pendant suspended on a beaded chain with a Ladder and Square stitch clasp. Prior knowledge of Ladder, Square & Right Angle Weave would be useful
Prices All prices include classes, accommodation and food, but not the materials you will need for each class. A deposit of £50 is required on booking and full payment by the end of February 2012. Friday to Sunday, single occupancy
£276
Friday to Sunday, sharing with friend
£225
Saturday to Sunday, single occupancy
£187
Saturday to Sunday, sharing with friend
£145
Saturday OR Sunday daytime (not staying)
£60 per day
Friday class (not staying)
£20
Please fill in the enclosed booking form and indicate your accommodation and class preferences and any dietary or access needs we should know about. Please return to Sarah at Mrs Magooty by post to 69 Burndyke Sq, Glasgow, G51 2NW with your £50 deposit. Remember - classes are first come, first serve so get in quick if you want a particular class.