Bella' Beads M.B.P.
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| Rt. 25B, 34 Plymouth Street PO Box 1354, Harbor Corner Center Harbor, NH 03253 603.253.9010 |
| "DO WHAT YOU LOVE...LOVE WHAT YOU DO" |
The Master Beader Program (MBP) is an innovative and adaptable instruction program for beaders structured around
three increasingly skilled levels:
Watch for our new offerings on the classes 2009 page.
The Master Beader Program copyright: by Deb Fairchild and Judith Bush October 2007
three increasingly skilled levels:
- The Apprentice level will teach the new beader those fundamental skills needed regardless of what type of beading you
pursue. You will learn the basics of stringing, knotting, how to use findings, how to choose materials, as well as the basics
of color and design. Try your hand an peyote, herringbone, right angle weave, loom weaving, bead netting, chain maille, and
more. This level is designed to kindle your passion for beading! - As a Journeyman you will develop expertise in the techniques you learned as an Apprentice by experimenting with
variations and working on increasingly more complex projects including wirework, polymer clay, precious metal clay, and
felting. - At the Master level you will demonstrate your mastery of the craft. You will also select advanced experiences from a variety
of choices such as:
- Designing and teaching your own class;
- Research into the beading style of some historic period that you find intriguing;
- Designing and creating a piece for juried review;
- Writing an article to submit for publication in a print or online forum
- A detailed program guide
- Progress logs
- Expert mentoring
- Help locating beading resources and instruction
- Regular MBP get-togethers
- A Master Beader Program Journal to record your journey
- 20% Discount on beads, findings and lampwork purchases over 0.00 dollars,
- Pre-Registration for Special Beading Events
- Previews of new inventory
- Designer Nights, to sell your work
- A certificate and an MBP charm, designed especially for this program, to acknowledge your accomplishment
Watch for our new offerings on the classes 2009 page.
The Master Beader Program copyright: by Deb Fairchild and Judith Bush October 2007