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We are devoted to giving the very best service to our customers. There are no sitting fees, we encourage you to come in any time and enjoy, we are happy to assist you in any way! Fees are accessed for classes, consultations and labor charges.

We have a wonderful collection of Custom Designed Jewelry, as well as a nice selection of beading components including  TierraCast Pewter Beads and Findings, Silver Plated and Sterling Silver Findings, Glass and Freshwater Pearls, Semi-Precious and Natural Strands, Swarovski Crystals, Charms, Glass Strands, Tools, Wire working Materials and Tools, Books and Supplies.

We offer a wide variety of classes in our store. Classes are conducted at our Country location  Monday thru Friday by appointment,  you can find a map of the area at

Near Sun, LA at 56591 Highway 1074 Bogalusa

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Telephone us toll free at 800-256-7897
Local 985-626-9609

Mail to: Diva Beads, 56591 Highway 1074 Bogalusa, LA 70427

email to lyoung@shopdivabeads.com

Diva Parties are available for Princess or Queen Divas! Call us to schedule a date and time! call 985-626-9609.

Beading 101 and 202   Class size is limited to 4 persons.

All classes are available by appointment .

Beading 101Cost $15.00 plus supplies

Learn how to make earrings, bracelets and necklaces; attaching clasps and creating dangles for embellishments and earrings. This class will teach you the basic techniques of jewelry making so that your work has a professional look.
Supplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use
Supplies: Beads, flexible beading wire, crimps, clasps, earwires and headpins
 

Beading 202 Cost $15 plus supplies

Learn the techniques required to create interesting illusion style, cascade style, woven and twisted multi -strand necklaces. Also includes finishing with cones.

Beginning Wireworking Cost $15.00 plus supplies

Learn how to make simple wrapped loops, join wrapped pieces together for a "chained" look; Learn to use chain in your jewelry designs, create caged beads and make simple spirals, coils and pulled coils. This class will teach you the basic uses and techniques of wire working tools .
Supplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use
Supplies: Beads, art wire, chain, clasps, earwires and headpins
 Learn to make caged beads, geometric shapes for connectors and hammered components

Advanced Wireworking - Cost $15.00 plus materials-

 Learn to make your own Earwires, jump rings, clasps, chain, coils, beads, connectors, cold solders and Woven bezels for Cabs and other interesting shapes. Supplies: beads,  20 and 22 guage art wire, tools supplied for class

Embellishing Chain cost $15.00 plus materials

Learn how to make wire turnings and work with wire to create delicate necklaces with drops. Mix wire with chain for a light and feminine necklace. Make earrings to match. Supplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use
Supplies: 24 gauge artwire, chain, beads, head pins, clasp and ear wires


Free Form Bezel Wire Working Cost $15.00 plus supplies

Wire wrap a large bead or stone or donut and create curly edged bezel style bails with wire.
Supplies: Stone or donut, 6 feet 22 or 24 ga. Art Wire. Supplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use

Knotting with Bead Cord Cost $15.00 plus supplies

Learn to use Bead Cord in your jewelry projects. Traditional Pearl Knotting, single and double cord strand procedures as well as Illusion style overhand knots.
Supplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use Supplies: Beads, clam shell bead tips, bead cord, clasp 

Embellished Leather Cost $15.00 plus supplies

Learn the techniques to create wire wrapped leather bracelets, lariats and beltsSupplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class useSupplies: Beads, Leather, Art Wire 24 or 22 gauge

Wire Wrapped Rings Cost $15.00 includes supplies

Learn the techniques to create beautiful rings from artistic wire and any bead of your choosingSupplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use. Supplies: Beads, Art Wire 18, 20, 22, or 24gauge

Hand Wrapped Rosary Cost $15.00 plus supplies

We offer classes in 5 decade traditional rosary, 1 decade pocket rosary and 1 decade rosary bracelet. Supplies not Included in class fee. Tools supplied for class use. Supplies: Beads, Art Wire 18, 20, 22, or 24gauge, rosary centers and crucifix, and chain

Diva Beads
 56591 Highway 1074 ● Bogalusa, LA 70427
Toll Free 800-256-7897 ● Local 985-626-9609

Country Store Hours : Monday Thru Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday and Sunday by Appointment
lyoung@shopdivabeads.com

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