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I make each of these glass beads in my Massachusetts studio using traditional lampwork techniques.

Select here and at in-person bead shows (schedule below) from handmade glass beads I design and make for the creative jewelry-maker, artist and crafter. Shipping from Etsy is free in the U.S. when you spend $35+. Please message me with any questions you may have.

Note that I often refer to the actual name of the glass color in my descriptions. For example, if I call something 'pale aqua' you'll know that any of my beads with that color will match. Hope you find that helpful.

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN GLASS BEAD-MAKING CALLED LAMPWORK? OR WORK TO IMPROVE YOUR LAMPWORKING SKILLS?

I teach at the glass studio at Elsie Kaye Glassworks, Westborough MA. Contact me for class information and details.

FLAMEWORKING INTENSIVE WITH SHEILA CHECKOWAY -
MAY 18-19, 2024 AT ELSIE KAYE GLASSWORKS, WESTBOROUGH MASSACHUSETTS https://elsiekaye.com/

Class size: Maximum 4 students; minimum 2 students. This is a one or two-day workshop. Perfect for those who are new to glass beadmaking, as well as students who have taken a few introductory courses. All materials are included.

Day 1 Saturday only: $300
Day 1 Saturday and Day 2 Sunday: $500

Please note - students can take the Saturday class only, or the Saturday and Sunday class, but not the Sunday class only.

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Here is the finalized 2024 schedule of live bead shows where I'll be vending.
I hope you'll come see me at a bead show if I'm in your area.

2024 BEAD SHOWS

March 7-9, 2024 - Whole Bead Show - NYC March, Hudson Mercantile, 500 West 36th St (between 10th & 11th), New York NY 10018. Show is Thursday and Friday 10 am-6 pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm.


March 22-24, 2024 - Best Bead Show - Oaks PA March. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center - Hall C, Oaks PA. Show is Friday and Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. Please note that this show was managed previously by Innovative Beads Expo: Renu and Serita have retired and moved to California to be with family. The show will now be managed by Best Bead Show.


March 29-30, 2024 - Bead Expo Trunk Show - Dedham MA Holiday Inn Boston-Dedham, Westwood Room. Show is Friday-Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.


May 10-11, 2024 - Bead Expo Trunk Show - Middletown CT - The Elks Club, 44 Maynard St. Show is Friday-Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.

August 1-3, 2024 - Bead Fest, Lancaster PA. Lancaster County Convention Center. Marketplace is Thursday and Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm. Also see their classes offered. Note: it is called Maker Festival combining Bead Fest and Yarn.


September 7, 2024 - CT Bead Bazaar, Middletown CT, The Elks Club, 44 Maynard St . Show is Saturday 10 am – 4 pm.


September 20-22, 2024 - Whole Bead Show - Oaks PA - Greater Philadelphia Expo Center Hall D. Show is Friday & Saturday 10 am - 6 pm, Sunday 11 am - 4 pm.


October 17-19, 2024 - Whole Bead Show - NYC October. Hudson Mercantile, 500 West 36th St (between 10th & 11th), New York NY 10018. Show is Thursday and Friday 10 am-6 pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm.


October 26, 2024 - BDI Bead Affaire, - NEW LOCATION! Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave, Medford MA 02155. Show is Saturday.


-Sheila Checkoway