Events Calendar

March 2026

Learn Basic Peyote Stitch

Learn how to use a simple peyote stitch to weave seed beads into colorful patterns used to make bracelets, necklaces and rings.  To register call 941-444-7457 Level: Beginner Class Fee: $35.00 Materials not included Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm Instructor: Judi No Refunds or Reschedules for classes
27 Mar
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Donna's Beads
2717 Beneva Road
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April 2026

Venetian Bead Trunk Show

The Glory of Beads is coming to Donna’s Beads for a three-day Venetian Glass Trunk Show you do not want to miss. Join us April 2nd, 3rd, and 4th for an extraordinary collection of authentic Venetian glass, featuring:   • Hand-blown glass beads • Vintage and antique beads • Millefiori beads • Seed beads and...
02 Apr
All Day
Donna's Beads
2717 Beneva Road
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Ruffled Necklace

To Register Call 941-444-7457 Skill Level: Intermediate Beginner  Class Fee: $35.00  Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm Instructor: Peggy Stirling  No Refunds or Reschedules for Classes and Workshops
17 Apr
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Donna's Beads
2717 Beneva Road
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Bead Embroidery Basics

Learn the basics of bead embroidery that include the stitches, adding cup chain, bezeling around a focal and edging. In class student will bead embroider a heart pendant or broach. To Register Call 941-444-7457 Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $30.00 beads Kit Fee: $20 – includes template, ultra suede and magnet Time: 11:30am to 2:30pm...
18 Apr
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Donna's Beads
2717 Beneva Road
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Learn Basic Kumihimo & Designing

Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese form of braiding using multiple strands of cord and/or ribbon. Kumihimo braids are very popular for bracelets but can also be used in necklaces and beads can be added.  Join Susan at Donna’s Beads to learn this fun technique as well as designing. Level: Beginner and all Levels Welcome Cost:...
20 Apr
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Donna's Beads
2717 Beneva Road
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French Beaded Flowers

All French beaded flowers are made with beads that are held in place with wire. The wire is shaped into petals and leaves (“units”) using two main techniques, the Loop and the Basic. These two techniques, used alone, or in combination with one another, are the foundation for all other design variations and give each...
21 Apr
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Donna's Beads
2717 Beneva Road
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