10 years?!

Has it really been more than 10 years since my last blog post? Proof that life can take over! For those that don't know, I, Heather Kingsmore, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2019. However, my first symptoms started back in 2012. We didn't know they were "symptoms" of M.S. but this is where the medical journey began. 

Within the last 10 years I lost my mom (also diagnosed with M.S.), my grandmother, grandfather, 3 uncles and a cousin.  Sadly, that's just my side of our family.  

I've struggled with depression, chronic migraines and the dozens of symptoms that come with the disease, Multiple Sclerosis.  The battle has been a hard, physically, mentally and financially.  

It's been 10 long years but I'm not done yet. If all goes as planned, I will be adding all my handmade jewelry to our Etsy store and I'll be posting jewelry making videos full of tips. 

Stay tuned for more! 

 Visit us in the store:

 2500 Sudderth #3

 Ruidoso, NM 88345

 575-257-9903

Book your next bead class, kid's birthday party or girls night out with us! 

Our largest bead shipment will arrive early August 2012!  Come see what's new!

Book your next group get together with us!

** Kid's Birthday Party

** Girls Night Out

** Family Reunion Activity

** Girl Time

We also teach 17 different classes for adults and we offer a Summer Enrichment program for your child.  

Scroll down to learn more.

Kid's Afterschool Enrichment Program

Kid’s After School Enrichment Program

Beginning Fall of 2012

 

Beads to Beauty is now offering our first after school program.  

Spaces are limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Excepting ages 7-12       Weekly rate ~ $25


Put your child on the bus to be dropped off at the Four Seasons Mall.
Buses drop off between 3:15-3:30pm
Immediately upon drop off, we will offer a choice of healthy snacks.
Then we will spend 30 minutes on homework. 
From 4-5pm we will have an activity.
Pick up between 5:00 - 5:30*


*Late pick up will result in additional fees*

Activity list will change every week, activities to include:
learning about rocks, rock polishing, jewelry making, games, and much more! 


For more information or to sign-up contact:
Heather Kingsmore
2500 Sudderth #3
575-257-9903
h.kingsmore@gmail.com

Kid’s Bead Classes
“Summer Enrichment Program”

Available Monday - Friday 9am -12pm.  Ages 8-12.  Come for an hour or stay for all three.

May Schedule

Monday, May 28th
9am - Memorial Day Bracelet $12
10am - Memorial Day Earrings $5
11am - Bead Trade Game*

Tuesday, May 29th
9am - Bottle Cap Necklace  $10
10am - Charm Bracelet $15
11am - Earrings $ 5

Wednesday, May 30th
9am - Seashell necklace $18
10am -  Wire wrapped pendant $12
11am -  Bead Trade Game*

Thursday, May 31st
9am - Faith Bracelet $10
10am - Guardian Angel Charm $8
11am -  Bead Trade Game*

Friday, June 1st
9am - Headbands $15
10am -  Gummy Bear Earrings $10
11am - Zipper Pull $5

* Bead Trade Game is Free with the 9am/10am class combo*

Pre-paid Weekly Special  ~ $99

Heather Kingsmore
2500 Sudderth #3 - Inside the Four Seasons Mall
575-257-9903
h.kingsmore@gmail.com
 

WHOLESALE

We now offer wholesale pricing on our website. At checkout, enter the code WHOLESALE and receive 60% off everything in your shopping cart!

NEW CLASSES

Three days until December already? The past few months have been busy.... even crazy and now they are over. September, I worked all month on our new upcoming classes as well as many new pieces of jewelry and 300 pairs of earrings for upcoming shows. Then October was on us, class planning was put on hold. I grabbed my beads, jewelry and luggage and headed to Dallas, Texas. I spent the month of October doing jewelry shows/craft fairs and home parties. Drove back to New Mexico in a U-haul (another story for another day) and jumped right into November. The first week of November we expanded into the second half of our store with new beads, more handmade jewelry and now a new line of other handmade gifts. The second week of November we packed up for, my favorite show, the annual Christmas Jubilee, held here in Ruidoso. The last couple of weeks had us putting the store back together, driving to the Albuquerque airport to send a friend back home,Thanksgiving, and some school activities. So without further ado, here is the new line of classes!!

2012 Classes

Basic Stringing - This class is for anyone that would like to learn how to make their own jewelry or improve their skills. You will also learn tips for making multi-strand necklaces and extender options. I will share some of my secrets to help you string with confidence!
Class Time: 60-90 minutes
Cost: $35
Take home: You will take home at least one complete necklace
Materials Needed: One strand of beads (16” in length) and pendant (optional)

Beginning Wire Wrapping - learn to make wire wrapped loops of all sizes to be incorporated into earrings, pendants and necklaces.
Class Time: 90 minutes - 2 hours
Cost: $45
Take home: A wire wrapped bracelet or necklace
Materials Needed: One strand of beads (16” in length)

Beading on a budget - One of my favorite classes! Learn simple techniques that you can incorporate into your beading to get the most out of your money. Learn what to do with leftover beads and what items you should always have on hand!
* This class includes Basic Stringing and Beginning Wire Wrapping*
Class Time: 2-3 hours
Cost: $75
Take home: A variety of starter and finished pieces
Materials Needed: Beads! Bring your loose beads or a couple of strands.

Build your own clasp - Ran out of clasps or you just want to add a little pizazz to your piece? Make your own! There are many different options on how to finish off your necklaces and bracelets. Not only will it save you money, it will make your piece more unique.
Class Time: 60 - 90 minutes
Cost: $40
Take home: A variety of finished clasps and at least one finished bracelet.
Materials Needed: Loose beads or one strand of beads

WANTED: FOCAL PIECES
Regardless if you find yourself running out of pendants or if you just need a more creative way to “build” an eye catching piece, this class is a must! We will explore at least six different focal piece/pendant options that make a statement. And the best part, you probably already have most of these items in your beading bag.
Class Time: 3 hours
Cost: $75
Take home: Lots of new ideas, samples and some finished pieces.
Materials Needed: Beads! Please feel free to bring your personal stash of beads, findings and “scraps” to this class. You will have many opportunities to turn trash into treasures! If you don’t have your own beads, you will need to purchase a few strands to practice and play during this class.


RINGS I -
You will learn how to make 4 basic rings, including a beaded wrapped ring and a spiral ring.
Great class for beginners!
Class Time: 2 hours
Cost: $45
Take home: 4 new rings!
Materials Needed: All materials are included!

RINGS II -
This class includes all my favorite rings! You will learn how to make 5 different types of rings, including the butterfly ring, flower ring, button rings and more!
Prerequisite: RINGS I or knowledge of basic rings.
Class Time: 2-3 hours
Cost: $55
Take home: 5 new rings
Materials Needed: All materials are included!


Wire Wrapped Pendants & Focal Beads -
Learn to transform your beads into pendants! Great for beginners! Knowledge of wire wrapping not necessary for this class!
Class Time: 60 - 90 minutes
Cost: $45
Take home: What you make!
Materials Needed: All beads are included for this class!

“WIRED” Pendants -
Learn to make pendants out of wire! You will also learn how to incorporate this technique into earrings.
Class Time: 2 hours
Cost: $45
Take home: One wired pendant and earrings
Materials Needed: A variety of loose beads and seed beads or $5 to purchase loose beads at the class

“Life of Christ”
This class was made popular by our local First Baptist Church here in Ruidoso, New Mexico. All ages are welcome to join us make a bracelet telling the story of the life of Christ. All beads and materials are included!
Class Time: 45 min - 90 minutes
Cost: $10 a bracelet
Materials: Included

Elegant Earrings - Learn new techniques using wire and chain to make elegant earrings!
Class Time: 60 - 90 minutes
Cost: $45
Take home: What you make
Materials Needed: Loose beads and crystals or one strand of small beads (4-6mm are best)

Hair Clips & Head Bands -
Learn how to incorporate your beads into hair accessories using wire.
Class Time: 60 - 90 minutes
Cost: $25
Take home: One head band and one set of hair clips
Materials Needed: Loose beads or 1-2 strands of small (approx 6mm) beads.

Bangle Bracelets -
In this class you will learn to transform your beads and wire into beautiful one of a kind bracelets.
Previous wire wrapping knowledge recommended but not required.
Class Time: 90 minutes - 2 hours
Cost: $45
Take home: What you make
Materials Needed: Loose beads or 1-2 bead strands, 6-10mm size, round or rondelle work best.

Redefining Resin -
Heather Kingsmore will teach you a variety of possibilities using resin, including her coffee bean pendant that was featured in Bead Trends magazine.
Class Time: 60 - 90 minutes
Cost: $35
Take Home: What you make! Please note: All pieces will need time to set and can be picked up the following morning
Materials Needed: All materials for this class are included!

Handmade Earring Cards & Bookmark -
Using simple beading and scrapbooking skills, you will learn to make your own earring cards and bookmarks for gifts.
Class Time: 60-90 minutes
Cost: $25
Take Home: One earring card with matching earrings and a bookmark
Materials Needed: All materials for this class are included!

Mother/Daughter bracelet class -
Learn basic stringing techniques while making matching bracelets.
Class Time: 60-90 minutes
Cost: $35 for both

Guardian Angel Pendant and Faith Bracelet -
You will learn to make the popular guardian angel pendant that can also be used as a zipper pull, charm, cell phone charm, ornament, etc. You will also learn how to make a faith bracelet.
Class time: 45 min - 1 hour
Cost: $14 for both


For more information or to sign up, please contact Heather Kingsmore

h.kingsmore@gmail.com
575-257-9903

October Events

Beads to Beauty will be open and my wonderful husband will be manning the store while I am out. I will be spending the month of October in the Dallas area. If anyone lives in the DFW area, please stop by one of the following shows to say hello!

October 7th & 8th (Friday & Saturday)
"Heart of Texas" Art & Craft Show
Located at the Plano Centre
2000 East Spring Creek Parkway

October 15th (Saturday)
North Garland Craft Fair
CANCELLED

October 16th (Sunday) 3pm - ?
Our first "BEAD BASH"
Bead party hosted by Cindetta

October 21st (Friday) 7pm
Our 2nd "BEAD BASH"
Bead party hosted by Heather and Mary Kay

October 28th & 29th (Friday & Saturday)
Preston Meadows Christmas Craft Fair


I will return October 31st, just in time for "trick or treating" in midtown.

November 1st - We will begin our expansion! More news on November events, coming soon!

LARGER STORE COMING SOON!

The news is out!!! Due to a successful summer and many requests for more, we are expanding into the empty space next to us to double our size! Beginning November 1st you can come watch us grow. We will now be able to offer even a larger selection of handmade jewelry, beads and gifts...just in time for the holidays!

Summer Time!

Well, summer is finally here. For us, summer time means long days! I will be in the store the next 90 days straight without a break working up to 12 hours each day. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE it. Truth be told, I look forward to it. The busier the better. It is exhausting but it's equally rewarding!

This will be the first summer with our coffee bar and I have already learned two major things. First, more ice is needed! Second, another blender is a must. Cold drinks are flying out the door. As they should, they're delicious. Little bar - BIG flavor. Next week we are adding even more new flavors and I can't wait to share....and sample! YUM.

I look forward to meeting all my new customers as well as getting to visit with some old friends. See you in the store.

Dare to bead different!!!!

hk