Fall Show: October 26 - 27, 2019
GoodyBeads.com is excited to sponsor the Twin Cities Bead Bazaar, which features an array of Jewelry Artists, Bead Vendors, Jewelry Making Classes and Product Demonstrations. This two-day event is open to the public and one of the most-popular events of its type in the country. For updates, sign up for our Newsletter and follow us on Facebook.
Want to teach your jewelry technique, skill or pattern? Join us and teach a class at the Twin Cities Bead Bazaar! Download an application to fill out for Fall 2019. For more information contact So Vang.
Fall class schedules will be announced soon!
Candie Cooper is a jewelry designer with a passion for combining unique materials and color combinations, inspired by extensive travel and her years living in China. Candie is the author of Necklace-ology (Lark Books 2012), Metalworking 101 for Beaders (Lark Books 2009), Felted Jewelry (Lark Books 2007), and Designer Needle Felting (Lark Books 2007). Candie has appeared on Beads, Baubles and Jewels and hosts daily Facebook live shows focusing on living a creative lifestyle. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and Fine Arts from Purdue University.
Saturday, March 2
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Woody’s Grille, 399 City West Pkwy, Eden Prairie, MN
Those who register and attend Cocktails with Candie will receive one cocktail, appetizers, a custom Swag Bag, the opportunity to mingle with Candie and other bead enthusiasts, as well as the chance to learn new techniques by watching demonstrations done by jewelry educators.
Cost is $50 Per Person.
Saturday, March 2
11:00am – 12:00pm
Gymnasium Stage, Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center
In this class, you’ll explore using pencils, paints and embellishments to create a one-of-a-kind pendant. Candie will show you different layering techniques to add a little magic to your winter.
Cost is $35 Per Person.
Saturday, March 2
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Gymnasium Stage, Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center
Candie will demonstrate how to use the Sizzix Big Shot to create professional looking packaging and jewelry cards to take your business to the next level.
Cost is $20 Per Person.
Sunday, March 3
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Gymnasium Stage, Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center
Learn how to use the Beadalon Knot-a-Bead Tool to create knotted necklaces and bracelets. Candie will walk you through tips and tricks of using this handy tool. You will make a necklace using Quartz pieces from Dakota Stones and finishing it off with chain.
Cost is $35 Per Person.
Twin Cities Bead Bazaar
Fall Show: October 26 - 27, 2019
Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Hwy 7, Hopkins
Show Hours 10:00-5:00 both days
Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 10985 Red Circle Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55343
Discounted Group rate
877-666-3243
Hilton Garden Inn, 6330 Point Chase, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Discounted Group rate
952-995-9009
Minneapolis Marriott Southwest, 5801 Opus Parkway, Minnetonka, MN 55343
952-935-5500
Home2 Suites by Hilton, 6030 Clearwater Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55343
952-945-9999
Sheraton Minneapolis West Hotel, 12201 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
952-593-0000
1001 MN-7, Hopkins, MN 55305
1 952-564-6618
2 blocks west of Hwy 169 on Hwy 7 - Turn at the light on 12th Ave
We're excited to have Matt, founder of the Minnesota Art Truck, to be back with us! The MN Art Truck will be parked in front of the Community Center displaying and selling handmade, one-of-a-kind crafts, jewelry, mixed-media and more by local Midwest Artists.
Follow MN Art Truck at mnarttruck.com and on Facebook.
Sponsored door prizes will be given out hourly at the show! You’ll have the chance to win one of these breathtaking door prizes by coming to the show, taking a class, making a purchase or watching a demo.
We thank these nationally known brands who contributed to this year’s door prizes, Make and Takes, Demos and more!
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