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    • 18 Dec 2025
    • 04 Jun 2026
    • Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill NJ 08003
    Register

    SUNKEN TREASURE 'The Black Pearl'

    by Helen McIntyre

    A Helen McIntyre original design, the intricate beaded SUNKEN TREASURE 'The Black Pearl' was created exclusively for SJBS and generously gifted by the artist to support our education and community service initiatives.

    SUNKEN TREASURE 'The Black Pearl' is an Octahedron with eight triangular faces. It was born from Helen's explorations using the Cellini Peyote technique with diverse geometric shapes (triangles, squares, pentagons). Her unique talents with shape combinations, color and bead size variations create the beautiful swirls, undulations and sparkle in this truly amazing piece.


    SUNKEN TREASURE originally appeared in the UK Beadworkers Guild Journal, and won the vote for the readers' favorite project in the first 100 issues!

    SUNKEN TREASURE 'The Black Pearl' is constructed entirely of beads and black pearls. It measures approximately 4- inches tip-to-tip in all directions. The bead loop hanger adds approximately 2-inches. Value: $400.

    The artist resides in Knebworth, a village and civil parish in the north of Hertfordshire, England.

    See more of her amazing creations in her Etsy shop.


    Drawing on June 4, 2026.

    You need not be present to win.   

    $5 per ticket, 5 tickets for $20, in person or online.

    Last day to order tickets online is June 1, 2026.

    All proceeds to benefit the South Jersey Bead Society. 

    No substitution of prize will be made and no cash will be given in lieu of the prize.

    License #: RA-25-0070. ID# 29-5-39869


    • 08 Jan 2026
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Katz JCC 1301 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 and Zoom

    Meeting Agenda - Jan. 8th

    (note date change!)


    Fun with 4-hole Beads!


    • Welcome - meet in the Family Activity Center (FAC)
    • SJBS Updates
    • Bead Education - Empress Pendant with CzechMates® QuadraTiles™ 
    • Door Prize drawing
    • Wrap Up

          Using CzechMates® QuadraTiles™ donated to SJBS for this meeting,

          and the Empress Pendant tutorial with gracious permission of 

          TrendSetter Nicole Starman, make your own unique pendant!



           CzechMates® QuadraTiles will be available in an assortment of

           luscious colors free of charge to in-person attendees!



          The tutorial is available to SJBS members for download from   the website:  Bead Education and Other Projects

          Handouts will not be provided at the meeting.


          Supply List to make the pendant:

        • 20  CzechMates® QuadraTiles assorted colors free to in-person attendees! (QuadraLentils can also be used)
        • 20 Sz 15 round seed beads
        • 40 Sz 11 round seed beads
        • 20 Czech Firepolished 2mm
        • Fireline 6 lb. or thread of choice
        • Sz 11 or 12 beading needle
        • Scissors
        • Chain or cord of choice

          NOTE: this meeting is Hybrid, both in person and on Zoom.    

          Zoom link is emailed to members only. Not a member? 

          See Membership Information Benefits and How to Join

        • 24 Jan 2026
        • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
        • M. Allan Vogelson Branch, Camden County Library, 203 Laurel Road, Voorhees NJ 08043
        • 5
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        Have FUN and Get Things Done at the SJBS UFO Day!


         Is your UFO (UnFinished Objects), WIP (Works In Progress),  PHD (Projects Half Done), or BEP (Bead Education Projects)  stack  growing?

         Pick a project and bring it to UFO Day!

         It’s a dedicated ‘bead in’ with SJBS kindred spirits to whittle  down that stack.

         Just bring whatever supplies you’ll need, along with your  lunch, to the  Camden County Library Voorhees.

         There is no charge for the event, but you must register to  ensure ample seating by January 21st!

         Looking forward to seeing you there!

         Note: This is a SJBS Members-Only event. If you  are not a  member see Membership Information Benefits and How to  Join

        • 05 Feb 2026
        • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        • Katz JCC 1301 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

        Meeting Agenda


        Chain Maille Earrings


        • Welcome - meet in the Family Activity Center (FAC)
        • SJBS Updates
        • Bead Education - Chain Maille Earrings
        • Door Prize drawing
        • Wrap Up

            Mark your calendar for creativity with jump rings

            at the Feb. 5 Monthly Meeting!


             This is a great opportunity to practice chain maille              techniques for Kristina Chadwick's upcoming Caged Crystals  class!



            Two patterns and some jump rings

            will be provided.




            More info and supply list to come.



                  NOTE: this meeting is Hybrid, both in person and on Zoom.    

                  Zoom link is emailed to members only. Not a member? 

                  See Membership Information Benefits and How to Join

                • 28 Feb 2026
                • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
                • Katz JCC 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill NJ 08003 Room 207
                • 11
                Register

                Kristina Chadwick's

                Caged Crystals Bracelet Class!

                  Learn how to capture sparkling crystals in rings of   chain maille!



                  Level: Beginner, but comfortable using pliers with both    

                  hands to open and close rings. 

                  Location: Katz JCC room 207

                  Supply List: A Supply List will be provided to confirmed

                  registrants.


                  Kits: Kits are available and built for a 7” wrist.* 

                Kits include rings (sterling silver filled), clasp (stainless steel magnetic), and various bits needed to assemble the bracelet. 

                Kits without crystals $25 (7” bracelet), add $3 for each additional inch, if needed

                Kits with crystals $35 (Crystal Passions bicones, 7” bracelet), add $4 for each additional inch, if needed. 

                  * Kits must be pre-ordered by January 28th.

                    To pre-order a kit, register for the class first, then

                    contact: Kristina Chadwick

                    Please indicate desired crystal color. 

                    Kits can be paid for at the class.

                    Instructor will bring pre-ordered kits to the class.

                  Instructor: Kristina has been making wheel thrown pottery     for more than 25 years and has been creating handmade   jewelry for even longer than that! During COVID she used   her extra time to design and create ceramic cabochons   which many of the SJBS members enjoy using in their   projects. She has been a member of the SJBS for 10+ years   and has taught for us before. This is your chance to enjoy

                  another fun filled class with Kristina.

                  Class fee: $55 SJBS members; $85 Nonmembers

                  Registration deadline: February 14, 2026 

                Please note:

                • Class size is limited
                • JOIN or RENEW SJBS membership BEFORE registering to qualify for the member rate 
                • Supply list will be sent with acknowledgement of paid registration 
                • SJBS appreciates that designers/instructors put a great deal of work into their creations, patterns, and illustrations. Unethical use, sharing and/or distribution breaches the SJBS Code of Conduct. Noncompliance may result in membership termination. 
                • 05 Mar 2026
                • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
                • Katz JCC 1301 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 and Zoom

                Meeting Agenda - March 5


                Sparkling Beaded Bead & Trunk Show

                with Patti Parker!


                • Welcome - meet in the Rear Social Hall
                • SJBS Updates - Deadline to Donate Auction Items!                                    Volunteers for 2026-7 Board Positions!
                • Bead Education - Sparkling Beaded Bead
                • Door Prize drawing
                • Wrap Up

                   We are excited to have a special guest at our March 5th  monthly meeting. Patti Parker of Rose Blu Beads is  hosting a  Trunk Show along with a Bead Education  Sparkling Beaded  Bead pattern for our SJBS members.

                   Patricia Parker stands as a true master in the world of  bead  weaving, evident in her colors, textures, and  intricate  designs. Also an accomplished author, she has  shared her  knowledge with the world. Her books serve as  guides and  inspiration for both aspiring and accomplished  bead artists.


                   Bead Education Project: Sparkling Beaded Bead

                   

                   Patti will guide us through the process of crafting this beautiful  beaded  bead, woven over a wooden core, with fire polished beads  for sparkle.

                   Whether you're a seasoned bead artist or just  starting, this step-by-  step  guide will help you create a glowing keepsake. (See Supply List  below.)

                   Patti will also be selling kits in a variety of colors for $5.

                   Wooden core beads purchased alone will be 50 cents.


                   Supply List:

                  • Color A -1 gram 11/o 
                  • Color B -1/2 gram 11/o
                  • Color C-1 gram 8/o
                  • Color D -2 gram 8/o
                  • 3 mm rounds- 24 pieces 
                  • 3 mm Fire Polish- 24 pieces
                  • 4mm Fire Polish-12 pieces
                  • 3/4 round wooden bead- 1 piece 
                  • One G thread or 6lb Fireline 
                  • Two Beading needles
                     The pattern will soon be available to members on our   SJBS Bead  Educational Projects  webpage.

                     Trunk Show items will be discounted at 15%. There will  be a  variety of beads and patterns for sale. Cash and  credit cards  are accepted.   

                     NOTE: Members are not required to make the bead  education project,  and are welcome to work on a project of  their own.

                      ALSO NOTE: this meeting is Hybrid, both in person and on     Zoom.    

                      Zoom link is emailed to members only. Not a member? 

                      See Membership Information Benefits and How to Join

                    • 21 Mar 2026
                    • 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
                    • 411 Route 79 Morganville, NJ 07751

                    Bead Rendezvous: The Birds and the Beads

                    Exclusive for South Jersey Bead Society Members!

                     The Birds and the Beads welcomes South Jersey Bead  Society  members on Saturday, 3/21/2026 for a day of beading and  camaraderie.

                     This is a wonderful opportunity to work on UFO's, practice  stitches from bead education, and/or stock up on supplies  for  upcoming projects.

                     The bead shop owner, Peter Raskin, graciously treats us to

                     assorted bagels and coffee in the spacious and well-lit  classroom!

                     20% discount is offered to members attending this event

                     in person from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.


                     You MUST sign-up at a monthly meeting or email

                     Alice  Easterday to reserve your spot.

                    mailto:memberatlarge2@southjerseybeadsociety.org




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