Calling all beaders in Central Illinois!

We are still sorting through the new bead shipment that arrived last week here at Beads N Botanicals in Urbana, IL.

As promised, I did get the new Swarovski™ crystals out in the front case. We’ve brought in more 8mm bicones (as well as an assortment of other sizes), some rounds and rondelles, as well as some new colors.

Highlights include Swarovski™ Crystal Butterflies in all their available sizes: 5mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm. Bright, shimmery butterflies to adorn earrings, bracelets and necklaces. By the way, the latest fashion trends are featuring butterfly accents in clothing, furniture, and jewelry designs.

If you have never seen the Swarovski™ Crystal Cantaloupe beads, you need to stop by and check them out. We ordered a small selection of bicone, cube and round crystal beads in this color. With Cantaloupe beads, you get three colors in one. In one type of light, the crystals appear a light green. In another type of light, the beads appear clear to pale grey in color. Shift your lighting once more, and the crystals have a peachy cantaloupe color. Not only are these colors among the fashion colors for the upcoming Spring/Summer 2009 fashion season, they are also hot colors for the Fall/Winter 2009 fashion scene. Never mind that they are just a neat crystal to work with.

As always here at the Beads N Botanicals shop, you can select as few as one Swarovski™ Crystal bead for a project or a 100 Swarovski™ crystals. The choice is yours.

Body/Mind/Spirit Classes Winter 2009....

117 N Broadway Ave, Urbana, IL 61801

217-365-9355

Please pre-register and pay for all jewelry making and craft classesat least two days in advance of the actual class, sooner, if possible, to guarantee yourself a spot in the class. Some classes have been filled a week or more in advance of the date. 

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Soul Coaching Class           Heart Wisdom Yoga             Reiki I

Psychic & Health Fair:

Saturday, January 24, 2009      10 a.m. to 5 p.m.....

Wednesday, January 14

Basic Stringing: Necklace Design: Want to learn how to put together a necklace, but not sure how to begin? Or, how to end it? Cost: $18, materials included. … 6 p.m.

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How Does the Tarot Work?… A basic introduction to how it is used for divination. Cost: $5 … 7:30 p.m.

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Tuesday, January 27....

Soul Coaching Class:

Tuesdays: Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 3rd, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Teacher: Lisa M. Billman, M.S.Dedicated to an in-depth decluttering of the metal, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of your life. Includes a 28-day program with practical, carefully crafted steps which provide the tools you need to find more peace, harmony and alignment for your life.  Clear away old blockages so that you can truly begin to uncover your authentic self and hear the secret messages of your soul. To register, call Lisa at 217-898-2313. Cost: $300.  Advance Pre-registration with payment required.

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Basic Stringing: Bracelet Design: Want to learn how to put together a bracelet, but not sure how to begin? Or, how to end it? $15, 1 hour, materials included. …6 p.m.

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Saturday, January 31....

Basic Wire Working: How to Make Earrings: A great starter class! You'll make two pairs of earrings. Cost: $15, materials included. Please Note: This class is a pre-requisite for our Wire-Wrapping Pendants class. Cost: $15, 1 hour, materials included … 11 a.m.....

Advanced Wire Working: Wire Wrapping Pendants:Do you have a stone that would make a wonderful pendant? But have no clue how to make it into a pendant? In this class, basic techniques for caging tumbled and rough rocks in cages of wire will be taught. Hands-on. Wire and stones will be provided. Bring a special piece if, you want. $22, 1 ½ hours, materials included. (Basic Wire Working: How to Make Earrings is a prerequisite to this class.)  1 p.m.

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Saturday, January 31....

Reiki Roundup Meet and Greet:

Learn about Reiki, the art and science of channeling universal life force energy to promote spiritual, mental and physical healing. Whether you are new to Reiki, or have studied it, you are welcome to join in. This is a great opportunity to meet Reiki Master Marlitta, who will be offering Reiki classes here at the shop.Time: 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $5.00....

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Heart Wisdom Yoga

Tuesdays: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 3rd, 10^th 10 a.m.-11a.m.. Teacher: Amy Sax Luke, Certified Yoga Instructor. Using breath and movement to strengthen the physical body while releasing stress.....Cost: $75 for six classes. Advance Pre-registration with payment required. No drop-ins.  Minimum 5 students.

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Wednesday, February 4Basic Wire Working: How to Make Earrings: A great starter class! You'll make two pairs of earrings. Please Note: This class is a pre-requisite for our Wire-Wrapping Pendants class. Cost: $15, 1 hour, materials included. … 6 p.m.

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Spiritual Cleansing: Housekeeping for Body, Mind & Spirit… Cost: $5… … 7:30 p.m.

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Scents & Sensuality: The use of botanicals to make oneself more attractive to members of the opposite sex goes back hundreds, if not thousands, of years. The art of perfumery entices and delights many people. Learn about its secrets--scents that influence passion, acting as catalysts to amore. Cost: $10, 1 hour….1 p.m.

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The Sole Experience…Foot Reflexology with Marlitta: Not a class, but an opportunity for you to pamper yourself. This special type of foot massage is available by appointment (recommended) or walk-in. Cost: $65 per hour; $35 per half hour. Noon to 5 p.m. Call the shop to make an appointment.

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Wednesday, February 11....

Advanced Wire Working: Wire Wrapping Pendants:Do you have a stone that would make a wonderful pendant? But have no clue how to make it into a pendant? In this class, basic techniques for caging tumbled and rough rocks in cages of wire will be taught. Hands-on. Wire and stones will be provided. Bring a special piece if, you want. $22, 1 ½ hours, materials included. (Basic Wire Working: How to Make Earrings is a prerequisite to this class.)  6 p.m

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Wednesday, February 18....

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The Sole Experience…Foot Reflexology with Marlitta: Not a class, but an opportunity for you to pamper yourself. This special type of foot massage is available by appointment only. Cost: $65 per hour; $35 per half hour. Noon to 5 p.m. Call the shop to get the time slot you want.

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Introduction to Western Astrology… Learn about sun signs, moon signs and their roles. Cost: $5 … 6 p.m

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Saturday, February 21

Basic Wire Working: Collage Pendants/Pins:  Learn how to make theme-based pendants or pins using basic wire working techniques. Makes great gifts whether for cat lovers, nature lovers, celestial themes, weddings, graduations or healing. Cost: $24, 1 ½ hours, materials included … 11 a.m.

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Reiki I Class: Saturday Feb. 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday Feb 22, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Reiki, the art and science of channeling universal life force energy to promote spiritual, mental and physical healing.  Reiki is a powerful and simple hands on technique, which anyone, regardless of health or age, can easily learn.Cost: $150. Advance Preregistration with payment required.....

Beads N Botanicals is excited to participate in this year's 6th Annual ArtHooHa.

In addition to all of our own wonderful handmade jewelry, candles, soaps, incense and oils, we are proud to feature an exhibit of  photographs by local photographer, Tara Allen.

Her images include black & white and color photographs of nature, motorcycles and more. This image is her Black & White Rain Bell.

Not only will you be able to view this talented photographer's works, you can also purchase them.

We also welcome the artistry of Marlitta who works with beads, feathers, wood and antlers to create unique smudge feathers, smudge fans, feather ties, dream catchers and other nature-inspired craftwork.

Art HooHa  is an unofficial celebration of our creative community and an opportunity to  support artists while you find unique gifts for your holiday list (or for  yourself). We hope you enjoy our little event and its relaxed atmosphere  where you can check out both the goods and the studios, nibble on some cheese,  shop for presents and have fun. Bring your friends.

ArtHooHa 2008! 8  locations in UrbanaFriday Night, December 5th (6:00 - 9:00)

Store moves to Urbana

Beads N Botanicals, which sells scented products and beading supplies, has moved from Hoopeston to downtown Urbana.

Now at 117 N. Broadway Ave., the shop also offers classes and consultations with owner Catherine Novak.

Novak also operates Wise Weeds Botanicals, a handmade oils and incenses retail/wholesale business she has had for 16 years.

Novak first opened her store in Hoopeston three years ago. She decided to relocate to Urbana, she said, because she has lots of potential customers there who know her through the tarot card readings she does in the area.

Her new Urbana store sells crystals, beads, semiprecious stones, crystal stones and clusters, medicinal and culinary herbs, handmade jewelry, tarot cards, teas, incense, hand-blended oils, books, candles, custom-blended perfumes and bath products.

Classes focus on jewelry-making, beading, aromatherapy, medicinal herbs and personal development.

Novak said she is available for consultation about herbs, aromatherapy, hypnotherapy, Reiki (a Japanese relaxation technique) and tarot readings.

In the meantime, I thought the following article was particularly timely.

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