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Peyote Stitch<br />

Herringbone Stitch<br />

Stringing<br />

Right Angle Weave<br />

Loom Work<br />

Peyote Stitch<br />

Herringbone Stitch<br />

Stringing<br />

Right Angle Weave<br />

Loom Work<br />

Peyote Stitch<br />

Herringbone Stitch<br />

Stringing<br />

Right Angle Weave<br />

Loom Work<br />

Peyote Stitch<br />

Brick Stitch<br />

Netting<br />

Ladder Stitch<br />

Square Stitch<br />

Courses Schedule<br />

September 2011 <strong>to</strong> July 2012<br />

Beadwork & <strong>Jewellery</strong> Course Providers<br />

Wire Work<br />

Wire Work<br />

Knitted Wire<br />

Crochet -Wire<br />

Bead Embroidery<br />

Wire Work<br />

Wire Work<br />

Beaded Knitting<br />

Crochet -Thread<br />

Bead Embroidery


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The Bead & Crystal Experts<br />

Yellow Brick Road,<br />

8 Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1.<br />

Tel./Fax: +353 1 8730177<br />

Email: sales@yellowbrickroad.ie<br />

URL: www.yellowbrickroad.ie<br />

Established 1997<br />

<strong>Introduction</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong><br />

This 8 week <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Course introduces the fundamental aspects of making your<br />

own jewellery from a wide variety of materials. You will learn how <strong>to</strong> make and take home<br />

22 projects. Projects covered are accessories, bracelets, earrings, necklaces and many<br />

other items. During the 8 weeks you learn a wealth of techniques which you can later<br />

adapt <strong>to</strong> create your own style of jewellery. Each student benefits from their own work<br />

station with a daylight lamp and a full selection of precision <strong>to</strong>ols.<br />

We are delighted <strong>to</strong> introduce our fantastic new teaching aid - a 40 inch Video Screen.<br />

Sit comfortably in your seat and you will be able <strong>to</strong> see the tiniest of beads magnified on<br />

the huge screen behind your tu<strong>to</strong>r. Yellow Brick Road are the first bead shop <strong>to</strong> offer this<br />

cutting edge technology within the bead industry - anything less will seem second best.<br />

We have been teaching, helping and delighting people within this medium for the past 12<br />

years. Our genuinely experienced tu<strong>to</strong>rs will fill you with enthusiasm and spur you on in<br />

your creativity. Marketing is a continuous <strong>to</strong>pic discussed throughout the course and your<br />

tu<strong>to</strong>r will chat amiably about the his<strong>to</strong>ry of beads as you work.<br />

COST: €250.00 including all materials. A €75.00 non refundable<br />

deposit, payable in advance will secure your place. We look forward<br />

<strong>to</strong> seeing you.<br />

TIMES: 7.30 pm <strong>to</strong> 9.30 pm.<br />

<strong>Your</strong> tu<strong>to</strong>r is available in the studio from 7.15 onwards. Please ring the<br />

buzzer on the black door at 12 Lower Liffey Street and you will be buzzed<br />

in. We are on the second floor.<br />

DATES: Intro <strong>to</strong> <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> (I.J.M.)<br />

I.J.M. course 1- Tuesday 27th September <strong>to</strong> 15th Nov. 2011<br />

I.J.M. course 2 -Thursday 6th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber <strong>to</strong> 24th Nov. 2011<br />

I.J.M. course 3 -Tuesday 31st January <strong>to</strong> 20th March 2012<br />

I.J.M. course 4 - Thursday 9th February <strong>to</strong> 29th March 2012<br />

I.J.M. course 5 - Tuesday 24th April <strong>to</strong> 12th June 2012<br />

I.J.M. course 6 - Thursday 3rd May <strong>to</strong> 21st June 2012


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Yellow Brick Road have taught over 6000 students how <strong>to</strong> create<br />

beadwork & jewellery. This is our speciality and our only focus.<br />

We offer an unparalleled reper<strong>to</strong>ire of projects - imitated by many but<br />

surpassed by none<br />

Follow On 8 Week <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Course.<br />

We are delighted <strong>to</strong> introduce our new Follow On ( F/O ) 8 Week <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Course. There are a wealth<br />

of techniques within these 8 workshops . Develop a deeper knowledge of making jewellery.<br />

NB. As our speciality is Beadwork & <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong>, we use SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and Miyuki seed<br />

beads throughout our courses - the quality you expect ( and get ) from Yellow Brick Road !<br />

Gems<strong>to</strong>ne Cage & Findings Beaded Rings Viking Knit<br />

Wirework Rings<br />

Learn <strong>to</strong> turn a large bead Make rings entirely out of Learn how <strong>to</strong> make a slinky <strong>Create</strong> these fantastic rings<br />

without a hole in<strong>to</strong> a wearable<br />

piece of jewellery. We’ll techniques learned at this needles. <strong>Your</strong> jewellery will work techniques. You’ll be<br />

seed beads and crystals. The knitted chain in wire without while learning multiple wire<br />

show you how <strong>to</strong> make class can be applied <strong>to</strong> create stand out with this ancient making one for everyone you<br />

your own findings <strong>to</strong>o ! a bracelet and /or necklace. and unique technique. know.<br />

F / O 1 - 12 th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 15 th Feb 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 15 th May 2012<br />

F / O 1 - 19 th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 22 nd Feb 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 23 rd May 2012<br />

F / O 1 - 26 th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 29 th Feb 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 30 t h May 2012<br />

F / O 1- 2 nd November 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 7 th March 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 6 t h June 2012<br />

New<br />

Loomwork Bookmark<br />

An introduction <strong>to</strong> a bygone<br />

skill. Learn <strong>to</strong> finish, fringe<br />

and warp a bead loom. You<br />

will make an attractive book<br />

mark at this class.<br />

F / O 1 - 9 th November 2011<br />

F / O 2- 14 th March 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 13 t h June 2012<br />

Wired Beaded Beads<br />

Have great fun making this<br />

selection of beautifully coiled<br />

wire jewellery. Make a<br />

necklace and earrings from<br />

many wire beaded beads.<br />

F / O 1 - 16 th November 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 21 st March 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 20 t h June 2012<br />

Crochet Necklace- wire<br />

Bring out the beauty of<br />

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS<br />

while learning how <strong>to</strong> crochet<br />

with wire. A versatile and<br />

adaptable method.<br />

F / O 1 - 2 3 r d November 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 28 th March 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 27 t h June 2012<br />

Netting & Chips<br />

You will be just thrilled at how<br />

easy this feminine necklace<br />

is <strong>to</strong> make. Based on a<br />

netting technique, we use<br />

genuine gems<strong>to</strong>ne ‘chips’.<br />

F / O 1- 30t h November 2011<br />

F / O 2 - 4 th April 2012<br />

F / O 3 - 4 t h July 2012<br />

There are three terms: Autumn F / O 1, Spring F / O 2 and Summer F / O 3.<br />

WHEN: Wednesday evenings.<br />

TIMES: 7.30pm <strong>to</strong> 9.30 pm<br />

COST: includes all materials, tuition and instructions.<br />

All 8 workshops - *€300.00 (€37.50 per class ). A non refundable deposit of €100.00 is required <strong>to</strong><br />

secure all 8 workshops. The remaining balance is due prior <strong>to</strong> the first night.<br />

Any 4 workshops - €175.00 (43.75 per class ). Full payment required in advance.<br />

Any 1 workshop - €50.00. Full payment required in advance.<br />

*Priority places strictly given <strong>to</strong> students attending the 8 weeks.


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Saturday & Sunday Workshops<br />

All classes are held in our ‘ state of the art ’ Craft Studio at<br />

12 Lower Liffey Street.<br />

Most workshops are from 10.30 <strong>to</strong> 4.30 with an hour for lunch from 1.00 <strong>to</strong> 2.00 pm<br />

Please take note of the time of the workshop of your choice .<br />

Join us this season in our bumper jewellery making line up - it’s a real twister!<br />

We have selected some of our most popular workshops and added some fantastic<br />

new projects <strong>to</strong>o. Prices include generous, high quality materials, tuition and superb<br />

colour illustrated instructions. Beadwork & <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> is our only focus. We use<br />

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and Miyuki seed beads throughout our workshops -<br />

the quality you rely on, and get, at YBR.<br />

New<br />

Peyote Tube Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 10th September 2011 and Sunday 5th February 2012<br />

A nice introduction <strong>to</strong> peyote stitch. This class offers the student<br />

an easy and achievable bracelet while learning this essential<br />

beadwork technique.<br />

Peyote Humbug<br />

€75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 11th September 2011<br />

Never lose your scissors again. Learn peyote stitch and fringing <strong>to</strong><br />

create this unusually shaped item which can be attached <strong>to</strong> scissors,<br />

keys or whatever you fancy !<br />

New<br />

Herringbone Cuff<br />

€75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 17th September 2011 and Sunday 8th July 2012<br />

This stitch has a fascinating his<strong>to</strong>ry and is a delight <strong>to</strong> work with.<br />

Make a handsome cuff encrusted with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS.<br />

Stringing Basics<br />

€75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 18th September 2011<br />

Saturday 18th Februaryr 2012 and Sunday 17th June 2012<br />

A multitude of techniques are covered in this class. You will learn<br />

what materials are compatable with the correct finishing<br />

components. Several brand new projects will be completed.<br />

New<br />

Right Angle Weave Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 24th September 2011 and Sunday 4th March 2012<br />

Learn <strong>to</strong> master one of the more taxing of off loom stitches from the<br />

experts. With the aid of superb full colour instructions, you’ll wonder<br />

what all the fuss was about. This bracelet has a luxurious quality about it.<br />

Square Stitch Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 25th September 2011<br />

This delightful bracelet teaches some of the design possibilities<br />

within this medium - a real must <strong>to</strong> add <strong>to</strong> your beadwork reper<strong>to</strong>ire.


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Netting Dinky Donuts €50.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 1.00 pm<br />

Saturday 1st Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Sunday 29th January 2012 and Saturday 19th May 2012<br />

These cute little crystal circles are so easy <strong>to</strong> make. The are easily<br />

adapted <strong>to</strong> incorporate in<strong>to</strong> many other jewellery projects.<br />

You will make multiple donuts at this workshop.<br />

New<br />

Wirework Hair <strong>Jewellery</strong> €50.00 2.00 pm <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 1st Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Sunday 29th January 2012 and Saturday 19th May 2012<br />

Make several feminine hair accessories, including, a comb, clips,<br />

a sparkling hair branch and other beautiful items made from wire,<br />

beads and other components.<br />

New<br />

New<br />

Knitted Wire Cuff<br />

€75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 2nd Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Pearls SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS are intertwined within this<br />

beautiful wire knitted bracelet. Participants will need a knowledge<br />

of knitting.<br />

Netted Bead Necklace €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 8th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011 and Saturday 25th February 2012<br />

Laura Whelan (YBR’s inhouse designer) got her inspiration from Fabergé for this<br />

elegant design. There is a multitude of possabilities <strong>to</strong> creating beads covered in<br />

tiny netting. Visit lauras website at www.etsy.com/shop/ljewellerydesigns<br />

Herringbone Helix Necklace €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 9th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Develop your skill and learn a clever adaptation within<br />

Herringbone stitch. An 18m Briolette SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS as the<br />

center piece, adds <strong>to</strong> the dramatic effect of this piece.<br />

New<br />

Stringing Pearl Stringing €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 15th Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Sunday 12th February 2012 and Saturday 23rd June 2012<br />

Learn three different techniques and how <strong>to</strong> deliver professionally<br />

strung pearls. Pearls SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and high quality<br />

specialised findings are included in your kit.<br />

Bead Knitted Evening Bag €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 16h Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Saturday 23rd June 2012<br />

Blend beads with wool <strong>to</strong> create this adorable evening bag. 30<br />

grams of Miyuki beads are nestled within this feminine little purse.<br />

Suitable for all levels of knitters.<br />

Beadwork is a specialised skill and a slow craft (second only <strong>to</strong> Lacemaking!) Our workshops are technique<br />

based while creating heirloom jewellery. Remember - it’s not a race, and occasionally a project may not get<br />

finished within the time.Our superb instructions are of publication quality and we’ll arm you with everything you<br />

need <strong>to</strong> add those few finishing <strong>to</strong>uches at home.


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GET STITCHED UP.<br />

Has there ever been a better time <strong>to</strong> learn how <strong>to</strong> make your own jewellery Spend your time<br />

socialising and being creative. We’ll teach you how <strong>to</strong> produce professional quality jewellery <strong>to</strong> give<br />

away, sell for profit or just <strong>to</strong> wear yourself, at a fraction of retail costs. We look forward <strong>to</strong> helping<br />

you <strong>to</strong> learn, gain confidance and achieve results.<br />

New<br />

Bead Embroidered Brooch €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 22nd Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011<br />

Sunday 19th February 2012 and Saturday 16th June 2012.<br />

This technique offers the beadwork enthusiast yet another string <strong>to</strong><br />

her/his bow. It is a wonderfully creative project. The results speak for<br />

themselves.<br />

Right Angle Weave Pink Panther Charm €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 23rd Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2011 and Saturday 7th July 2012<br />

What an adorable little guy ! Laura will teach us <strong>to</strong> <strong>to</strong> make this<br />

3’’ Pink Panther handbag charm made entirely out of SWAROVSKI<br />

ELEMENTS. Students should have knowledge of Right Angle Weave.<br />

New<br />

New<br />

Dutch Spiral Bracelet<br />

€75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 5th November 2011<br />

Sunday 26th February 2012 and Sunday 20th May 2012.<br />

Build confidence with this stitch in the morning then play with a<br />

variety of types and sizes of beads in the afternoon. The results will get<br />

you “thinking outside the box” ( you’ll have a fab bracelet <strong>to</strong>o).<br />

Crochet Bracelet<br />

€75.00 10.00 am <strong>to</strong> 5.00 pm<br />

Sunday 6th November 2011<br />

Saturday 28th January 2012 and Sunday 1st April 2012<br />

Crochet beaded jewellery has an incredible his<strong>to</strong>ry. Use beads and<br />

thread <strong>to</strong> form a beautiful tubular crochet rope. We’ll teach you how<br />

<strong>to</strong> crochet if you don’t already know.<br />

Bead Embroidery -Indian Butterfly Bracelet €100.00 10.00 am <strong>to</strong> 5.00 pm<br />

Saturday 19th November 2011 and Sunday 10th June 2012<br />

The ‘butterfly’ in this bracelet is actually a catch where the clasp is<br />

integrated within the piece. Based on embroidery, this bracelet offers<br />

the student a huge amount of knowledge. This technique will distinguish<br />

your work. Lavishly finished with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS.<br />

It’s a Gift -Beaded Gift Selection €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 20th November 2011<br />

People love handmade gifts. Make a variety of practicle items that will<br />

be used and appreciated time and time again. Make a Memory Stick<br />

dangle, a wine glass ID, and other wonderful gifts.<br />

Loomwork - ‘Rose Monté Bracelet’ €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 26th November 2011<br />

This sumptuous bracelet was featured in Beadwork magazine and was<br />

designed by Stacey Neilson. It offers an unexpected concept<br />

within this medium and is unique. The resulting bracelet is a strong<br />

cobbles<strong>to</strong>ne textured effect bracelet. A must have technique.


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Another first for Yellow Brick Road. We have used the latest technology <strong>to</strong> give our<br />

students the best possible advantage. No more peeping over the tu<strong>to</strong>rs’ shoulders. Sit<br />

and relax in your chair while viewing the tiniest of beads on the huge screen. The image<br />

clarity is just mesmerising.<br />

Join us in our comfortable Craft Studio filled with excellent lighting and full of character.<br />

There can be no doubt - once you have taken a class with us and have experienced our<br />

genuine dedication, you will be hooked. Anything less is second best.<br />

New<br />

Stringing Easy Earrings & Necklaces - €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 3rd December 2011<br />

Sunday 11th March 2012 and Saturday 9th June 2012.t<br />

This workshop is packed with tips, techniques and ideas. Make 5<br />

superb jewellery items in just one day. Beadwork & <strong>Jewellery</strong> making is<br />

our only focus - we do not compromise on quality.<br />

Stringing Tiffany Necklace & Ring €100.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.00 pm<br />

Sunday 27th November 2011<br />

Saturday 11th February 2012 and Sunday 13th May 2012.<br />

Get that genuine “Breakfast at Tiffanys” look with this timelessly<br />

elegant necklace and ring - laden with Pearls SWAROVSKI<br />

ELEMENTS and with a magnificant jaw droppping s<strong>to</strong>ne in the centre.<br />

Sculptural Peyote Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 4th December 2011 and Sunday 22nd April 2012.<br />

A highly expressive beadwork class, showing the student how freeform<br />

peyote stitch is created. 60 grams including 25 different types of<br />

seed beads and many beautiful ‘feature’ beads are provided in your kit.<br />

New<br />

Netting Regency Necklace €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 10th December 2011<br />

Emulating the intricate Regency period, this delicate necklace offers<br />

participants another unusual netting technique.<br />

Netting Christmas Bauble €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 11th December 2011<br />

Add even more bling <strong>to</strong> your Christmas decorations this year with<br />

this fantastic netted bauble. The same technique can be adapted <strong>to</strong><br />

cover other household items.


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Easy Ladder Stitch 3 <strong>Jewellery</strong> Pieces €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 4th February 2012<br />

Ladder stitch is the foundation <strong>to</strong> many beadwork projects.<br />

Make a bracelet, earrings and a ring in one day, at this great value<br />

workshop! Learn fringing and embellishment <strong>to</strong>o.<br />

New<br />

Wirework Special Event Tiara & Accessories €75.00 10.30 am 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 3rd March 2012<br />

Make a graceful tiara and rosary beads using Pearls SWAROVSKI<br />

ELEMENTS - this level of quality has a high retail price.<br />

Suitable for Wedding and/or Holy Communion.<br />

Beadwork Crystal Rosette Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 10th March 2012<br />

Completing this beautiful bracelet will give great satisfaction as well<br />

as opening up a constellation of new ideas. 8mm Bicone SWAROVSKI<br />

ELEMENTS surround a central bead <strong>to</strong> create this dramatic bracelet.<br />

Right Angle Weave Pearl Necklace €100.00 10.00 am <strong>to</strong> 5.00 pm<br />

Saturday 24th March 2012<br />

This timeless classic is back by popular demand. A very popular<br />

workshop and is one of the more taxing of off loom stitches, so this<br />

class benefits from 2 tu<strong>to</strong>rs.<br />

New<br />

New<br />

Loomwork Plaited Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 25th March 2012<br />

This unique bracelet is created using progressive bead loom<br />

techniques. An old technique with a contemporary twist.<br />

Wirework Ocean Blue Bangle €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 31st March 2012<br />

Interwoven wires formulate this stylish bangle. Learn many wirework<br />

techniques within this workshop and use different types of wires and<br />

beads.<br />

Stringing Heavenly Turquoise Necklace €75.00 2.00 pm <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 14th April 2012<br />

A drop dead georgous necklace made with a solid Turquoise disc<br />

weighing in at 35grams. Turquenite and SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS<br />

complete the piece.


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Peyote Stitch Beading Round a Cab. €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 15th April 2012<br />

A vital technique <strong>to</strong> add <strong>to</strong> your skills, using peyote stitch. Learn <strong>to</strong><br />

encase a flat s<strong>to</strong>ne of any shape with small beads <strong>to</strong> create beautiful<br />

jewellery. The result is a dynamic, uncluttered wearable jewellery piece.<br />

Spiral Stitch Triple Spiral Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 21st April 2012<br />

An essential technique <strong>to</strong> have in your range of stitches. There are so<br />

many ways <strong>to</strong> use and adapt this rope. Finishing this bracelet is of<br />

particular interest.<br />

New<br />

Sorry, no image<br />

available going <strong>to</strong><br />

press. Please see<br />

our web site or<br />

view the the<br />

music box at the<br />

shop<br />

St. Petersburg Stitch Russian Beadwork €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 29th April 2012<br />

A traditional Russian beadwork stitch. This design takes a different<br />

direction with this style. Make a distinctive necklace which you can<br />

wear day or evening.<br />

Mother and Daughter Day Beaded Music Box €100.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 12th May f2012<br />

Spend precious time with your Mum and give her a real treat for Mothers Day,<br />

one you both will enjoy. Make your own beaded music box from scratch with<br />

a ‘Let It Be’ instrumental tune. - aawhhh !! Best of all - MUM GOES FREE.<br />

Limited places available.<br />

New<br />

Brick Stitch Necklace €150.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday & Sunday 26th and 27th May 2012<br />

Rome wasn’t built in a day - nor was this necklace !<br />

A two day workshop <strong>to</strong> create a truly magnificent necklace.<br />

There are a multitude of Brick Stitch techniques in this class - the<br />

results are so worth all the time.<br />

Loomwork Parallel Lines Bracelet €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Sunday 24th June 2012<br />

Loaded with sparkling SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS,this beautiful bracelet has<br />

an unexpected fabric - like quality <strong>to</strong> it. Add another string <strong>to</strong> your bow<br />

(loom!) within this field.<br />

New<br />

Stringing Cameo Necklace €75.00 10.30 am <strong>to</strong> 4.30 pm<br />

Saturday 30th June 2012<br />

Cameos are back in vogue, so join us for this class and learn how <strong>to</strong><br />

encase a flat backed Cameo. Make an elegant, wearable necklace that<br />

you’ll get lots of use from.<br />

YBR are the first and foremost Beadwork and <strong>Jewellery</strong> course providers in Ireland.<br />

It is our speciality and our only focus. We have been established since 1997 and<br />

have been teaching Beadwork and <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> since then.


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Yellow Brick Road is proud <strong>to</strong> support the Beads of Courage Program for children<br />

coping with cancer and other serious illness at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital,<br />

Crumlin and Temple Street Childrens Hospital. This is a truly innovative arts-inmedicine<br />

program which is helping children in Ireland and around the globe <strong>to</strong><br />

RECORD, TELL and OWN their s<strong>to</strong>ries of COURAGE.<br />

Drop in<strong>to</strong> the shop or pop on <strong>to</strong> our web site <strong>to</strong> learn more about how we all can help<br />

support this wonderful program for our children in hospital. Please check out the Beads of Courage<br />

web site ; www.beadsofcourage.org and see for yourself what an enormous difference this program<br />

makes <strong>to</strong> sick children. YBR will be adding a new section <strong>to</strong> our web site. We will be calling for<br />

jewellery makers and designers <strong>to</strong> donate their hand made jewellery. It will be up loaded on <strong>to</strong> the<br />

web site and the proceeds donated <strong>to</strong> the Beads of Courage Program. This will be an ongoing fund<br />

raiser so feel free <strong>to</strong> contribute regularly. Please contact Stacey directly (stacey@yellowbrickroad.ie)<br />

if you wish <strong>to</strong> donate or make any suggestions. All contributions are gratefully received.<br />

Yellow Brick Road have run <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Courses<br />

in Dun Laoire College of Further Education, Cumberland<br />

Street, for many years.<br />

Module 1 course starts up in September 2011 then<br />

followed by Module 2 in January/February 2012.<br />

As usual, our courses are very popular.<br />

Contact: info@dlcfe.ie or 01 2809676<br />

Another full house at Dun Laoire College of Further<br />

Education (dlcfe) pictured left.<br />

Do remember <strong>to</strong> sign up <strong>to</strong> the mailing list on the front page of our website <strong>to</strong><br />

avail of great discount offers, new product updates, the YBR Newsletter<br />

(with money off coupon) and loads more info. Follow us on facebook.<br />

We will also give you the ‘heads up’ for our Beadwork & <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong><br />

schedule, plus any news from the Beads of Courage program.<br />

When I say I’m up <strong>to</strong> my armpits in seed<br />

beads - I mean I’m up <strong>to</strong> my armpits in<br />

seed beads!<br />

230 kilos of Miyuki seed beads are now in. 4 boxes down<br />

and only 8 more <strong>to</strong> go - love it.<br />

When we say we have over 1000 seed beads in s<strong>to</strong>ck - We<br />

HAVE over a 1000 seed beads IN STOCK.<br />

Contact us for Bulk purchases at great prices <strong>to</strong>o.<br />

We hold 15ºs,11ºs, 8º’s, 6ºs, Delicas, Drops, Tilas,<br />

Squares, Bugles- # 1 & 2 plus Twisted and Hex Cut - phew!<br />

FAB FINDINGS PRICES<br />

Head Pins Eye Pins Fish Hooks<br />

€1.50 for 30 head pins<br />

€4.00 for 100 -300 for €8.00 !<br />

€12.00 for 500<br />

€1.50 for 30 eye pins<br />

€4.00 for 100<br />

€12.00 for 500<br />

€1.50 for 30 fish hooks<br />

€4.00 for 100<br />

€12.00 for 500


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Index<br />

We are offering a whopping 46 different Beadwork & <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> workshops over<br />

the next year. So stick on the kettle, sit down and circle all the workshops you want<br />

<strong>to</strong> take. Remember <strong>to</strong> book as soon as you’ve made your decisions, these workshops book up fast.<br />

<strong>Introduction</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Courses Page 1<br />

Follow On <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Courses Page 2<br />

Beadwork<br />

Bead Embroidery<br />

Indian Butterfly Bracelet<br />

Bead Embroidered Brooch<br />

Page 5<br />

Page 5<br />

Beaded Rings<br />

Page 2<br />

Brick Stitch Necklace Page 8<br />

Crystal Rosette Bracelet<br />

Dutch Spiral bracelet<br />

Herringbone Stitch<br />

Herringbone Cuff<br />

Herringbone Helix<br />

Loomwork<br />

Loomwork Bookmark<br />

Rose Monté Bracelet<br />

Plaited Bracelet<br />

Parallel Lines Bracelet<br />

Easy Ladder Stitch<br />

Netting<br />

Netting & Chips<br />

Regency Necklace<br />

Christmas Bauble<br />

Dinky Donuts<br />

Netted Bead Necklace<br />

Peyote Stitch<br />

Peyote Tube Bracelet<br />

Peyote Humbug<br />

Sculptural Peyote Stitch<br />

Beading Round a Cab.<br />

Right Angle Weave<br />

Right Angle Weave Bracelet<br />

Pink Panther<br />

St.Petersburg Stitch<br />

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Right Angle Weave Necklace Page 7<br />

Spiral Bracelet Page 8<br />

Square Stitch Bracelet<br />

Page 3<br />

Page 8<br />

Wirework<br />

Wired Beaded Beads<br />

Gems<strong>to</strong>ne Cage & Findings<br />

Wirework Rings<br />

Crochet Necklace - Wire<br />

Hair <strong>Jewellery</strong><br />

Knitted Wire Cuff<br />

Special Event Tiara & Rosary.<br />

Ocean Blue Bangle<br />

Stringing<br />

Stringing Basics<br />

Pearl Stringing<br />

Easy Earrings & Necklaces<br />

Tiffany Necklace & Ring<br />

Heavenly Turquoise Necklace<br />

Cameo Necklace<br />

Knitting & Crochet<br />

Bead Knitted Evening Bag<br />

Knitted Wire Cuff<br />

Crochet Necklace - Wire<br />

Crochet Bracelet<br />

Other<br />

Beaded Music Box<br />

Beaded Gifts<br />

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8 Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1.<br />

Phone: + 353 (0) 1 8730177<br />

orders@yellowbrickroad.ie<br />

www.yellowbrickroad.ie<br />

The Craft Studio<br />

12 Lower Liffey Street<br />

Yellow Brick Road<br />

Bachelors Walk<br />

The Bead & Crystal Experts<br />

Yellow Brick Road,<br />

8 Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1<br />

Tel/Fax: +353 1 8730177<br />

Email: sales@yellowbrickroad.ie<br />

URL: www.yellowbrickroad.ie<br />

GETTING HERE<br />

Public Transport: We are accessible by most buses and trains <strong>to</strong> the city<br />

centre and the nearest Luas s<strong>to</strong>p is Jervis which is on the red Luas line.<br />

Parking: You can buy six parking tickets from the Jervis Street Shopping<br />

Centre for €40, which works out at €8 a day. There is also a disabled<br />

parking bay outside the shop.<br />

OPENING HOURS<br />

10.00 am <strong>to</strong> 6.30 pm Monday <strong>to</strong> Friday.<br />

10.00 am <strong>to</strong> 6.00 pm on Saturdays.<br />

12.00 pm <strong>to</strong> 6.00 pm on Sundays,see below.<br />

As always, you will be greeted by our friendly,<br />

knowledgeable and experienced staff.<br />

WARNING…THIS SHOP MAY CONTAIN NUTS<br />

<strong>Jewellery</strong> Repairs and Restringing<br />

We understand how precious your much loved jewellery is. Some pieces may not have a large price tag but<br />

are of great sentimental value. We’ll restring and/or repair those treasured pieces so that you can start wearing<br />

them again. We have been entrusted <strong>to</strong> rejuvenate your jewellery for over 13 years and we have seen many<br />

and varied items. We have a strong reputation for caring for your treasured possessions and we are often<br />

recommended by jewellery houses around Dublin.<br />

YELLOW BRICK ROAD<br />

THE BEAD AND CRYSTAL EXPERTS EST. 1997<br />

Gift Voucher<br />

To....................................<br />

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€30.00<br />

Our new web site is continually<br />

being updated, so check out all the<br />

beadies you can buy from home.<br />

Keep up <strong>to</strong> date with new product.<br />

Never be stuck for a gift that will be<br />

really appreciated. Give a beautifully<br />

presented Gift Token from €10.00 all<br />

the way up <strong>to</strong> .......... thousands !<br />

Join our Loyalty Card Program for<br />

FREE <strong>to</strong> get €30.00 off purchases<br />

when your card is full.<br />

Earn while you spend.<br />

New Opening Hours<br />

We are delighted <strong>to</strong><br />

announce that<br />

Yellow Brick Road shop is<br />

now opening every Sunday<br />

in conjunction with our new<br />

workshop schedule.<br />

STARTS 11TH SEPTEMBER 2011<br />

12.00 pm <strong>to</strong> 6.00 pm<br />

<strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Parties.<br />

Having a get <strong>to</strong>gether with the girls A party, a celabration or no excuse at all ! Try being creative, productive<br />

and have great craic all at the same time. You’ll have something really memorable <strong>to</strong> take home with you.<br />

We’ve had some great fun events at our <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Parties.<br />

If you can’t make it <strong>to</strong> us - we can always make it <strong>to</strong> you. Just let us know - phone : 01 8730177<br />

Children love <strong>to</strong> be creative - why not try a birthday party with a difference - a <strong>Jewellery</strong> <strong>Making</strong> Party.

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