Ever wanted to take a Jewelry class of some kind, but couldn't because there wasn't anyplace within 60-100 miles of you that taught any classes? Or couldn't because they were so expensive, you couldn't afford the drive and the class? Then this website is for you. It's called Beaducation. And it's wonderful. I first heard of them when I entered a giveaway for a class on another blog. I checked them out and they have a multitude of classes. From free classes on how to make your own ear wires, or even introduction to Chainmaille, to classes you purchase on Metalwork, Chainmaille, Mixed Media, Seed Beads and so much more. After winning my class, Kate from Beaducation contacted me about doing a review. I love metal, so I checked out their classes and they put the Hammered Textured Metal class in "My Classes". After watching the class all the way through (they recommend that so you can become familiar with the class and everything you'll need) I printed out the PDF sheet which tells you all the steps and all the materials you'll need. The great thing about the Beaducation classes is, that once you purchase/win your class, it's always yours and you can watch it anytime and as many times as you want. After gathering all my materials I "took" the class. I have to say, Kim St. Jean is a wonderful teacher! She explains everything very thoroughly and even gives extra tips. I LOVED this class! My hubby says he thinks it's one of his favorite pieces that I've made. And the best part is I can watch it again and again. Some of their classes even have DVD's you can purchase now to have it right in your home. I think every time you watch one, you pick up something you may have not caught the first time or that you've forgotten. The texturing was easy to do. Although I didn't have but 2 texturing hammers, Kim explains very easily how to texture and enough ideas/tips so you can figure out how to use what you have to make do. Also, I didn't have any LOS (Liver of Sulphur) to patina my piece, so I just left it. It will patina itself eventually, and I don't mind the bright copper look for the time being. I'm hoping to use these techniques to add to my Glass Kreationz and Jewelry for my Etsy shop, KayzKreationz, shortly. So without further ado, here's my Bracelet I made with my Hammered Textured Metal class from Beaducation. I did make mine a little different. Being from Texas, I couldn't resist stamping my center piece with "I ♥ Texas" (I love stamping metal too, and they offer the classes and the stamps to do this.) In fact, I'd love to have some more of their stamps for my metal work.
Now for the good part. You can win a class of your choosing from Beaducation. First, you have to become a follower of my blog, then go to Beaducation and come back and tell me what class you would take if you win. This step is mandatory. Leave one comment telling me you're a follower and what name and then your class choice. For extra entries: Follow Beaducation on twitter and let me know what name. Follow KayzKreationz on twitter and let me know what name. Share this Giveaway with your friends/family and come back and let me know how you shared it. You can do this once a day till the Giveaway ends.
You can't leave anonymous comments and must leave a way for me to contact you if you win. Make sure you leave separate comments so I can keep track of how many entries you have, Thanks.
This Giveaway will run until Friday, Sept. 9th. I'll post the giveaway winner soon after that.
I did receive a class from Beaducation to review for this post and giveaway. I did not receive any other compensation from them.
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