From Beads To Beauty

From Beads To Beauty

Workshop | Registration opens Tuesday, August 19, 2025 10:00 AM

481 S. Shiloh Drive Fayetteville, AR 72704 United States
Training Room, 159
Open to OLLI Members & Non-OLLI Members
Friday, September 26, 2025 (one day)
10:00 AM-2:00 PM on Fri
$64.00
$49.00

From Beads To Beauty

Workshop | Registration opens Tuesday, August 19, 2025 10:00 AM

Love jewelry? Learn to create your own in this fun, hands-on beading class! Whether you’re drawn to bold statement pieces or delicate designs, this beginner-friendly workshop will teach you the essential techniques of beading—from stringing to finishing. You’ll craft bracelets, necklaces, and earrings in colors and styles that match your wardrobe and personality.

Participants will receive expert instruction and personalized guidance from Suzie Jenkins, a beaded jewelry designer. All materials will be provided—including a wide variety of beads and finishings—so you can focus on learning and creating. This small-group setting makes it easy to ask questions, get inspired by others, and leave with handmade jewelry and new skills. Warning: many students get hooked on beading after just one class—don’t be surprised if you do too!

All materials, as well as lunch, are provided and covered in your class fee.

  • This program will meet in person at OLLI Headquarters (HQ), located at 481 S. Shiloh Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704. Please read your class reminder email for the exact room location.

    Class changes occasionally happen, please watch for (and read) announcements or emails from OLLI regarding your class.

    Click on the link below for a Google map shot of our location:

     OLLI HQ

Jenkins, Suzie
Suzie Jenkins

I am a retired elementary school teacher school librarian and classroom teacher. My husband and I taught overseas for 23 years in six countries. I have always loved jewelry and the listing ethnic pieces I found eventually became redesigned to my tastes. When I retired, I realized I could use my passion to create and sell jewelry using beads I found in my travels.