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Chain Mail Classes Chicago

Blue Buddha is currently not offering any classes, as we've outgrown our current retail space and are using our classroom to house inventory. We're moving to a larger retail space and will have not just one, or even two, but three classrooms! We'll offer a variety of chainmaille classes, and we'll also have wireworking classes and other jewelry techniques taught by guest instructors. Feel free to browse the classes below and put in a request community@bluebuddhaboutique.com for the classes you'd like to see first when we re-open at our new facility!
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Bead&Button Classes

SHOW DATES June 1-10, 2012

Rebeca will be teaching at the 2012 Bead&Button show in Milwaukee. We've got a total of 4 classes planned for students at a variety of skill levels. For more info on our classes >>

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Beaded Garden Classes

CLASS DATES February 9 & 11, 2012

Rebeca will be teaching at The Beaded Garden in Florida. The classes just opened and are already more than half-full, so sign up today if you're interested. For more info on our classes and to register >>

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Classes updated in June 2011.

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"Thanks so much for your patience and the wonderful instructions.
I really, really, really enjoyed your class."
-- student Mary O.

"What a GREAT CLASS! ... You really are a great teacher, and when I get to be more of a linking machine with these two weaves, I'd be delighted to be your student again in Chain Mail II. Thanks!"
-- student Pat D.

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Archived Guest Instructor Classes


sterling silver chainmaille Special Guest Instructor — Scott Plumlee
September 19-20, 2009

Build your chainmaille techniques by combining beads with chain in innovative ways.

For more info and to register>>
sterling silver wire knot Special Guest Instructor — Loren Damewood
June 20-21, 2009

Learn how to tie knots in wire to create beautiful, infinitely looping pieces. Complete a Prolong Knot Bracelet and a Turk's Head Ring.

For more info and to register>>
wire crochet with pearls Special Guest Instructor — Stephanie Riger
April 11, 2009

Expand your wire repertoire by learning the intricate wire techniques of Viking Knit and Wire Crochet.                                

For more info and to register>>
chainmail with rubber rings Special Guest Instructor Susan C Thomas
October 18 - 19, 2008

We are pleased to welcome Susan Thomas to Chicago for a weekend of classes exclusively at Blue Buddha Boutique. Join her for workshops that combine colorful rubber rings with anodized aluminum and purchase autographed copies of her new book. For more info and to register>>