Instructors include nationally known bead and fiber artists. This organization has continuous art programs including bead and fiber related workshops. Eckles Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108 for more information. Southern Highland Craft Center Folk Art Center, Milpost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC 28815, offers exhibits at various times of the year and workshops, many that are bead and fiber related. Art Glass Suppliers Association International International glass shows including exhibits, vendors and classes.
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There is a great diversity in all the classes offered. Free for registrants for Crochet Renaissance 2001. Beading classes include making a massive beaded collar, unique necklace with brick stitch as the main stitch, polymer creations, wire jewelry, bead crochet bag and bead crochet basics, fearless beadwork, bead painting, easy beading gifts, and beading techniques 101. Beaders I have talked to that are planning to attend this event are very excited about this bead retreat. Profits benefit educational, outreach and research programs at the Smithsonian Institution.