Welcome to the San Diego

Bead Society

The San Diego Bead Society is a dynamic community for all those who are passionate about beading and bead-related arts. We have monthly meetings that can take place as Zoom calls or in-person sessions that include but are not limited to jewelry making classes, open beading, potlucks, artist presentations/lectures, and more!

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Here's the Bea'd Buzz

Our bonanza in November was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to clean, display, and sell our donation stash.
Our next meeting will be on January 18th check with the front desk for location of meeting. It may be in the Board Room.
Meeting for board members will start at 9:00 am on 1/18/25
During our January meeting, Kaytee Sumida will teach a technique class for bead crochet. To participate, bring your own supplies. Details and a downloadable PDF for a material list are below.
Monica Vinci's class has been moved to Sunday, May 18th. Anyone interested in making her gorgeous bracelet, please check the website for more information.
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL! Make sure to go online and renew your membership, or be sure to see Michele before the meeting on January 18th.

Upcoming Events

Sat, Feb 15
Turkish Mosaic lamps by Art Master Class
San Diego
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Feb 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST
San Diego, 4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Sign up and create stunning working Turkish Mosaic lamps at the JCC and watch your work light up a room with magnificent colors.
Sat, Mar 15
Cynthia Rutledge
At this time it is a Zoom class
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Mar 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM PDT
At this time it is a Zoom class
Where else can you learn to make a stunning Edwardian Filigree pendant? Cynthia has designed this incredible peacock feather shaped pendant to sparkle and capture the attention to all that wear this.
Sun, Mar 16
Cynthia Rutledge
Zoom class
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Mar 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM PDT
Zoom class
Stained Glass Bracelet
Sat, Apr 12
Cindy Holsclaw's Flutter Collection
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
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Apr 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center , 4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Create a garden for your winged friends! Cindy's Flutter collection is beautiful variety of colors and very whimsical in components to create your own garden.
Sun, May 18
Monica Vinci's "Elena" Bracelet Class
Zoom Class
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May 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT
Zoom Class
This beautiful bracelet comes in three color options and has an exquisite design. See below to see samples of her gold and green Elena bracelets. Zoom class from Pisa, Italy. May 18, 2025 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Individual Membership

$25.00

Every Year

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We typically meet on the third Saturday
of the month at this location:

Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center (JCC).
4126 Executive Dr.
La Jolla, CA 92037

Please check our calendar to find out more about our meetings and what to expect.
Your first meeting is FREE and we would love for you to join us.

Become a SDBS member for 2024 and get $25.00 off most classes!

About San Diego
Bead Society

The San Diego Bead Society is a non-profit organization that provides the San Diego community with an educational resource in the artistic, historical, and inter cultural significance of beads and related crafts.

The Bead Society is dedicated to fostering creativity and camaraderie among bead enthusiasts. Our community welcomes beaders of all levels, from beginners to experienced artisans. We organize engaging events,
workshops and gatherings to share knowledge and inspire creativity in the art of beading.

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