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Learn the Basics of Even Count Peyote in October 2026
Class is free with a purchase
You must purchase a kit in order to take this class. We have a new peyote bracelet for $20. You can also learn how to make fobs for $8 and $10 or a pen wrap for $10. You must have the appropriate beading thread and needle. Our samples were made with 6lb Fireline and a size 10 beading needle. Thread and needles are not included in your kits
Beaders Without Borders
This event is free for anyone who wants to come and work on bead embroidery projects.
The store has plenty of bead embroidery projects if you need something new to work on,
Our bead embroidery mini kits are $32
Needle felted rainbow ladies with Elizabeth du Toit-in studio
Class fee $25
All materials are included in this class. You are not limited to colors shown in the sample.. The colors combos are endless
The embellishments shown on the witches are extras that Elizabeth had in her stash. You can bring extra items with you. Bead Soup has a charm bar, beads, sequins, cup chain and all different crystal and chains available for purchase
Learn the Basics of a Bead Embroidery October 2026
Class is free with a purchase of a basic bead embroidery kit
We have lots of new cabochons so you are not limited to what you see in the picture.
Each basic bead embroidery kit is $20. There are multiple kits to pick from. You can pick up a kit the day of the event. Please note you will also need needle and thread. We can guide you with the purchase of needle and thread if you need them or you can bring your own
Needle felted witches with Elizabeth du Toit-in studio
Class fee $50
All materials are included in this class. You are not limited to colors shown in the sample.. The colors combos are endless
The embellishments shown on the witches are extras that Elizabeth had in her stash. You can bring extra items with you. Bead Soup has a charm bar, beads, sequins, cup chain and all different crystal and chains available for purchase
Make-n-Take PMC Charms at the Dive Restaurant with Michelle Arsenault
Class fee $30
Charmed Silver Clay
this could be the chance for you, especially if you have been "meaning to join us" to discover what precious metal clay is all about.
Make it now/ pick it up later. Now its clay/ later it is pure silver!
Bead Soup will hold a quick, on the spot, Silver Clay Charm Day, Saturday October 25th 11 - 3pm
We will have a table full of molds and a bit of clay to play - $30, and you can make your own charm. Just a quick taste to experience how cool this medium is to create with. And simple! This moment will give you a feel for how simple it can be.
You will be introduced to molds, given a bit of silver, then a date to return for your charm (and maybe pick out some beads, chain, ribbon to hang it on - ready to wear out!
Join us Saturday, October 24th from 11 - 3pm. Reserve your spot so you have clay reserved for you
Lots of spooky charms available, but we will have others on hand too
Silver artist, Michelle Arsenault will help you mold your own fine silver charm with Precious Metal Clay $30 per charm. Michelle will give you a quick introduction to process of transforming reclaimed silver clay (PMC) into a beautiful pure silver charm. Beginners are most definitely welcome! Bring a friend (or two) we will be having just so much fun! (You will come back to pick up the finished fired and polished pieces from Bead Soup.)
Make it now/ pick it up later fee $30 per charm
The Brickers Group
This event is free
This group started off with the intentions of me having the ability to teach while running the store BUT after the December get together I realized that I am not able to do that so the scope of this group is a get together and not a 4 hour teaching session. I will teach and guide as much as I can and I will not ask others to teach while they are there to work on their own projects. My customers have always been generous with their time but they are not obligated to spend their time teaching.
Halloween Happenings on Halloween -In Studio Only
This event is free
Each flower stem is $1. There will be all different color flowers. They do not have to be Halloween colors or themed.
We have new 3D printed vases in all shapes and sizes for
Small cats $6
Large Cat $10
Clear glass vases for $3.00
3D vases $6-10
There will also be beaded pens $6 each and beaded keychains $10 each
This activity is perfect for any age
The studio is small and holds 4-5 people at a time so it is open all day for everyone to come and create at different times from 11-3:00 p.m.
The studio is also open for shopping until 4:00 p.m.
Tudor Rose Pendant with Chloe Menage- Zoom Only
Class fee $75
This is a five hour class held through Zoom. Kits will be available through Bead Soup. Pricing will be available once supplies are purchased.
Tudor Rose Pendant Use right angle weave to create rivoli bezels and join together these crystal elements for a circular pendant, with a bubbly fringe. This design would also work as a brooch. Techniques: RAW, Peyote
Skill level: Intermediate - Advanced
Materials: Size 11 and 8 seed beads, 14mm rivolis, 3.4mm drops, 2mm pearls.
Reclaimed Beauty Jars with Nicki Russo-In Studio
Class fee $75
Kits $90
Each student must supply their own Yoplait Oui Yogart Jar
Kits will be reserved prior to class
Weavers and Wefters
This event is free
If you are new to weaving we have $5 kits available to get you started on your new journey
Trabucco Canyon Necklace or Bracelet with Leslee Frumin-Zoom Only
Class fee $95
Class is 11-5:00 p.m. east coast time
Intermediate
Stitches: right angle weave, ndebele, peyote, brick(cuff) and pondo(necklace)
Kits are a requirement and will be purchased from Leslee prior to the event.
There are 10 kit color choices.
Trabucco Canyon Cuff Kit $65
Trabucco Necklace Kit $45
Trabucco Earring Kit $36
Make and Take Halloween Succulents Event-In Studio Only (
Each Halloween or green succulent is $10 or now a medium one is $12
You will receive 6 baggies of mixed seed beads, 6 baggies of mixed crystals and/or pearls, 12 wires and one pot
There will also be extras available if you want to add more to your succulent. There will also be embellishment beads such as butterflies and tiny flowers etc
Delica Support Group
This event is free.
Everyone will work on projects that revolve around Delicas. If you don’t have a projects there are plenty to be purchased through Bead Soup
Girls Night Out at The Comus Inn in Dickerson
This event is hosted by The Comus Inn in Dickerson. We will have our flower making supplies, beaded bouquets ready for purchase, beaded magnets and lots of other flowery items.
Learn the Basics of Star Making In September 2026_session 2
Class is free with a purchase. Teaching will last approximately 2 hours. You may not finish your star in that time frame
You must purchase a mini star kit which is $25. You will also need to have the appropriate beading thread and needle to make this project a success
Learn the Basics of Star Making In September 2026
Class is free with a purchase. Teaching will last approximately 2 hours. You may not finish your star in that time frame
You must purchase a mini star kit which is $25. You will also need to have the appropriate beading thread and needle to make this project a success
The Brickers Group
This event is free
This group started off with the intentions of me having the ability to teach while running the store BUT after the December get together I realized that I am not able to do that so the scope of this group is a get together and not a 4 hour teaching session. I will teach and guide as much as I can and I will not ask others to teach while they are there to work on their own projects. My customers have always been generous with their time but they are not obligated to spend their time teaching.
Beaders Without Borders
This event is free for anyone who wants to come and work on bead embroidery projects.
The store has plenty of bead embroidery projects if you need something new to work on,
Our bead embroidery mini kits are $32
Halloween Flower Making in September 2026 Event-In Studio Only
This event is free
Each flower stalk is $1. We will have lots of Valentine colors but we will also have all the other flowers out too!
We have new 3D printed vases in all shapes and sizes for
Small cats $6
Large Cat $10
Clear glass vases for $1.50-3.00
3D vases $6-10
There will be all different color flowers. They do not have to be Halloween colors or themed.
This activity is perfect for any age
Weavers and Wefters
This event is free
If you are new to weaving we have $5 kits available to get you started on your new journey
Make and Take Back to School Keychains-In Studio Only
This make-n-take keychain event will be al a carte. You will design your own keychain from the beads, accessories and whatnots in the store and each will be priced accordingly.
Acrylic Letters-Colored $3 Clear $2
Ball Chain .50
Clasp $1-3.50
Misc beads .20-2.50
Delica Support Group
This event is free.
Everyone will work on projects that revolve around Delicas. If you don’t have a projects there are plenty to be purchased through Bead Soup
Neptune’s Tears with Frauke Gugat-Zoom Only
Class fee $65
Class is 10-2:00 p.m. east coast time
"Neptune’s Tears" - The frozen tears of the sea god, born from the depths of the ocean.
What You Will Learn in This Class:
Bezeling the Divine Tear: Master the technique to encase the large, tear-shaped navette crystal with beads.
Riding Neptune’s Waves: Craft the curved side embellishments that symbolize waves breaking in a storm.
The Heritage of the Deep: Weave the ornate lower element that mimics a proud fishtail, letting the tear elegantly glide downward.
The Ocean’s Current: Create a supple, perfectly patterned beaded spiral rope that wears as fluidly and elegantly as water.
Feel the creative power of the sea god in your hands!
Chain Maille Trunk Show with Trish In Studio Only
Trish will be in the studio/The Dive Restaurant from 11:45-2:00 p.m. with a chain maille trunk show. She will have chain maille kits, chain maille supplies and tools
She will be there to guide anyone who needs help but this is not a teaching session
If you plan to stay and work on chain maille you will need to patronize The Dive restaurant for letting us use their space
Learn the Basics of a Bead Embroidery August 2026
Class is free with a purchase of a basic bead embroidery kit
Each basic bead embroidery kit is $20. There are multiple kits to pick from. You can pick up a kit the day of the event. Please note you will also need needle and thread. We can guide you with the purchase of needle and thread if you need them or you can bring your own
Firespell Design Cabochons In Studio Only
Bridgett will be in the studio with over 300 new cabochons in all new shapes and designs
The Brickers Group
This event is free
This group started off with the intentions of me having the ability to teach while running the store BUT after the December get together I realized that I am not able to do that so the scope of this group is a get together and not a 4 hour teaching session. I will teach and guide as much as I can and I will not ask others to teach while they are there to work on their own projects. My customers have always been generous with their time but they are not obligated to spend their time teaching.
Learn the Basics of Star Making In August 2026
Class is free with a purchase. Teaching will last approximately 2 hours. You may not finish your star in that time frame
You must purchase a mini star kit which is $25. You will also need to have the appropriate beading thread and needle to make this project a success
Beaders Without Borders
This event is free for anyone who wants to come and work on bead embroidery projects.
The store has plenty of bead embroidery projects if you need something new to work on,
Our bead embroidery mini kits are $32
Make and Take Tiny Succulents Event-In Studio Only
Each potted succulent is $10 for small and $12 for medium
You will receive 6 baggies of mixed seed beads, 6 baggies of mixed crystals and/or pearls, 12 wires and one pot
There will also be extras available if you want to add more to your succulent. There will also be embellishment beads such as butterflies and tiny flowers etc
Weavers and Wefters
This event is free
If you are new to weaving we have $5 kits available to get you started on your new journey
Breakfast and Bracelets with More Than Java Event at More Than Java Cafe in Savage Mill
Cost of event $22
Each participant will make charm bracelet (there are also options to make a key chain and/or a scissor fob) The options are endless. Bead Soup will have their charm bar and loads of other embellishments available
You will receive silver or gold plated chain, clasp, jump ring and five chains
There is also the option to purchase more charms from the charm bar during the event.
More Than Java Cafe will provide one individual charcuterie cup filled with breakfast goodies for you to enjoy while making your key chain.
This event takes place in the More Than Java cafe in the New Weave Building of Savage Mill
Let’s Make Flowers in August 2026 Event-In Studio Only
This event is free
Each flower stalk is $1. We will have lots of colors, sizes and variations for you to make a bouquet.
We have new 3D printed vases in all shapes and sizes for $6-10 and clear glass vases for $1.50-3.00. We also have new watering cans in cute colors and also in traditional silver for $3
This activity is perfect for any age
The Brickers Group
This event is free
This group started off with the intentions of me having the ability to teach while running the store BUT after the December get together I realized that I am not able to do that so the scope of this group is a get together and not a 4 hour teaching session. I will teach and guide as much as I can and I will not ask others to teach while they are there to work on their own projects. My customers have always been generous with their time but they are not obligated to spend their time teaching.
Trunk Show and Make-n-Takes at Crystal Bead Bazaar in Pittsburgh
A Weekend at Crystal Bead Bazaar in Pittsburgh
You will have a trunk show on Saturday. Hours to be determined by Crystal Bead Bazaar
Make-n-Take flowers and succulents will be on Sundays. Sign ups and hours will be determined by Crystal Bead Bazaar.
Whipped Cream Glue In July 2026- In Studio Only
Fees are based upon each piece. Prices range from $5-18
Please reserve your spot if you want to guarantee that you will be able to sit and create. The studio is limited to 12 people
Please note that we are now located in the Carding Building in Suite 106. Seating is limited to approx 4 so you may have to wait if you plan to just walk-in.