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Keepsake Button Bouquet
Materials:
- Button Bargain Bag (4oz. Assorted white/cream mix)
- 1 strand shadow grey Swarovski crystal mix
- 1 roll of 24 gauge wire (30 yards.)
- E6000 glue
- 1 roll of white 5/8” at 25 yard ribbon
- 1 roll of silver 3/8” at 25 yard ribbon
- 3 clear Swarovski Rivolis
Tools:
- Needle nose pliers
- Wire cutters
Instructions:
1. Cut the wire into 10 inch individual pieces. (we used 50 pieces for our bouquet)
2. Bend your wire in half, string on a bead.
3. Insert the wire ends into the button holes.
4. Twist twines underneath the button.
5. Repeats steps 2-4 until you reach the desired “fullness” of your bouquet.
6. Once you have all of your “stems” ready, use a long piece of wire to bind the bouquet together. Just wrap the wire around tightly.
7. Cut 18” inches of ribbon and starting up at the top of the bouquet wrap the ribbon around the exposed wires. Use more ribbon if needed. To finish it off, tie a double knot and a bow.
Add additional strands or ribbon to give the bouquet a full look.

Classes & Events
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 10th
Class:
Silk Cord Knotting
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Kim Attwoods
Curious about silk cording? Can't figure out how to get the knot next to the bead? This is the class for you! Kim will show you tips and tricks for perfect knotting. Supply list provided upon enrollment.
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Date: Saturday, Feb. 13th
Class:
Viking Knit Bracelet
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Lise McCleerey
Going back to the Viking times, jewelry has been a prized possession. In this class, we are going to recreate these timeless hand woven wire bracelets, suitable for both men and women to wear. Ages 8+. Supply list provided upon enrollment.
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 16th
Class:
On Going Painting in All Mediums
Instructor: Virginia Knight
These classes have been continuing at Ben Franklin for over 20 years!Virginia Knight has been teaching for over 25 years. They have won many awards for her work. She work with you individually. Students meet weekly - beginners to advanced, working in most mediums. Everyone paints at their own pace, level and interest to accomplishing lovely gifts, murals and wall decor to more fine art projects. Guest are welcome to view our classes anytime. Classes are $10.00 each for a

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