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SUMMARY:Beaded Bezel Cabochon Class (Feb 18\, 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Date:   Sunday\, February 18th\, from Noon to 4:00 PM \nCost:   Member Cost $45.00 ; Non-Member Cost $55.00 \nDescription:  Learn to create a beaded bezel on on one of your own cabochons. You will use Peyote stitch with small seed beads to surround your cabochon in colors designed to complement individual cabochons.  This is a beginner to moderate level class.  Beads\, needles\, and thread\, bead mats and tool usage are included.  Bring your own cabochon; or\, you may purchase one at the class (prices vary).  Bring magnification.  This simple and fast method creates beautiful and unique settings for your cabochons in just a few hours. Examples of Peyote projects will be available for understanding the versatility of this popular beading stitch. Oval cabochons are recommended for beginners; however\, this technique can be used on many shapes with a little experience. \nCost includes Beads\, thread\, and needle.  Cabochon provided by student\, or you may purchase a cabochon at the class. \nMaximum of 8-students \nInstructor: Class taught by Maggie Manley \nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse Center Classroom \n          \nBring:  Cabochon of your choice (small oval shape is easier to finish within class time frame.  Beading needle (#10 or 12)\, Magnification and project lamp\, if needed.  All other supplies provided (beads\, thread)\, tool usage is also included in cost of class. \n 
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beaded-bezel-cabochon-class-feb-18-2024/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:CABS 101 Class (Feb 19\, 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Date:   Monday\, February 19th\, 11:00AM to 3:00PM\nCost:   Member Cost:  $60.00; Non-Member Cost:  $75.00\nLocation: Center Classroom and Lapidary Shop\nInstructor: Sharon Halton\nDescription: This class includes a discussion of how to create cabochons and examples of cabs in various stages of development.  Sharon Halton\, Shop Manager\, will provide each student with a pre-cut\, preformed\, and dopped cabochon to shape\, while their chosen slab is curing from the dopping process.  Students will select a slab and shown how to use a template to outline the cab shape and use the trim saw to roughly shape the cabochon outline.  Students will roughly outline their slab and dop it.  Each student will leave with 2-cabochons and the knowledge to finish them\, if they have not completed them in class.  Students will learn the best way to use the equipment in the Lapidary Shop so that they can work semi-independently and confidently in the shop afterwards with oversight from Shop Managers. This class is highly recommended for those wishing to utilize the Lapidary Shop.\n  \nMisc.: Minimum of 3-students; Maximum of 5-students\n*Students must be 16 years
URL:https://hgms.org/event/cabs101-class-feb-19-2024/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Feb 24\, 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 24th\, 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nCost:   Member Cost:  $60.00; Non-Member Cost:  $75.00\nLocation: Center Classroom and Lapidary Shop\nInstructor: Sharon Halton\nDescription: This class includes a discussion of how to create cabochons and examples of cabs in various stages of development.  Sharon Halton\, Shop Manager\, will provide each student with a pre-cut\, preformed\, and dopped cabochon to shape\, while their chosen slab is curing from the dopping process.  Students will select a slab and shown how to use a template to outline the cab shape and use the trim saw to roughly shape the cabochon outline.  Students will roughly outline their slab and dop it.  Each student will leave with 2-cabochons and the knowledge to finish them\, if they have not completed them in class.  Students will learn the best way to use the equipment in the Lapidary Shop so that they can work semi-independently and confidently in the shop afterwards with oversight from Shop Managers. This class is highly recommended for those wishing to utilize the Lapidary Shop.\n  \nMisc.: Minimum of 3-students; Maximum of 5-students\n*Students must be 16 years
URL:https://hgms.org/event/cabochon-101-feb-24-2024/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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