Aug. 13, 2010:
"Contemporary Beadwork in Ukraine" & Trunk Show - Ukrainian Museum-Archives - OH

ALL NEW! Fresh from Ukraine, Maria pulled the best photos of the most fascinating beadwork seen in her many recent trips. See several bead artists/vendors at the Vernisage, a piazza full of folk art next to the Lviv Opera. Visit master craftspeople’s homes. See how the rich legacy of beadwork evolved into contemporary colored accessories. You’ll be amazed at the variety of beadwork styles, bead embroidery, wire bead flowers, beaded eggs... and more.

RYPAN DESIGNS Trunk Show will feature books, kits and patterns related to Ukrainian-inspired themes and more.

Fri., 7 to 9 p.m. Presentation, Trunk Show and Reception to follow
Admission: $5

Aug. 14, 2010:
Gerdany Beadwork Workshops- Ukrainian Museum-Archives - OH

Workshops on Aug 14th

Workshop $35 +kit fee, two workshops $60+ kit fees
Advance registration required. Space is limited.

Details: www.umacleveland.org
Advance registration required for workshops
Contact: (216) 781-4329 or email staff@umacleveland.org
Ukrainian Museum-Archives Inc.
1202 Kenilworth Avenue, Cleveland OH 44113-4417
(I-90 exit 171; across Lincoln Park between 14 & 11th St W. in historic Tremont neighborhood)

Aug. 20 to 22, 2010:
Bead Fest Philadelphia – King of Prussia, PA

Largest Bead & Jewelry Show on the East Coast! Classes start on the 18th. The Marketplace starts on the 20th. Visit me for the latest RYPAN DESIGNS beadwork kits and pattern in the same bright spot on the lower level, Booth #1234.

Show: Fri. 10 to 6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Meet the Teachers: Fri. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Main Floor Convention Lobby
Details: www.beadfest.com
Admission fee: $12 day; two-day pass $14; three-day pass $16;
Download a $2 coupon to save on admission
Register in advance for workshops. Get in FREE all weekend with a class registration
Free Parking
Valley Forge Convention Center, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia, PA 19406
(I-76/I-276 Pennsylvania Turnpike, exit #363 for Valley Forge)

Sep. 17 to 19, 2010:
“Fall” Canadian Bead Oasis Show – Toronto, ON

Oct. 10, 2010: GLBG Bead Bonanza – Southfield, MI

Great Lakes Beadworkers Guild fall show features beads galore from Midwest suppliers and beyond. I’ll be in Buffalo for a wedding this weekend, but there’s no reason not to come and stock up on beads.
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details: www.greatlakesbeadworkersguild.org
Admission: $4. Free parking
Southfield Municipal Complex Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076-4453 (south of I-696, exit 11)

Oct. 22 to 24, 2010: Creativ Festival – South Metro Hall, Toronto, ON

Nov. 6 to 7, 2010:
Toronto Bead Society “Bead and Jewellery Fair” – Toronto, ON

Jun. 10 to 12, 2011:
Bead & Button Show – Milwaukee, WI

Classes start before the largest consumer bead show in the USA. “Meet the Teachers” on Weds evening. Shopping for students starts Thursday with Preview Night. The Marketplace is open to the public. I’ll be in the same spot as last year, Booth #933.

Fri. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Details: www.beadandbuttonshow.com
Admission fee: complimentary admission with class registration
Advance registration required for workshops
Midwest Express Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
(downtown Milwaukee)

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Keep visiting and be inspired to bead creatively,

Maria
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