Helene Rowe's UV Resin Class #1
Part I Rhinestone Pendant and Part II Opal Mold Pendant
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location/Address: New Mexico Bead Company,
4111 Louisiana Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM
Class Cost $25
Description:
This is a beginner introduction to UV Resin. Students will make two pendants.
Part I pendant is a free form pendant made without mold using resin and rhinestones. Part II pendant will use a resin mold and glitter for a beautiful Opal effect. Tips, including safety tips, will be explained throughout the class.
All materials and tools will be provided by the instructor to complete both projects.
This class is limited to six students.
Materials student will need to bring to class:
- Optical magnification, if needed (all other materials will be provided
Instructor Information: Helene Rowe Bio
I grew up in the calming mountains of Golden, New Mexico, where I saw how beautiful nature can be. My mother and grandmother made beautiful, beaded leather jackets and moccasins for Pioneer Wear in Albuquerque. I sorted beads for them and watched them work. I was so drawn to the sparkle of the beads that at age 7, I was inspired to make pieces of my own for friends. I eventually sold some pieces to friends who showed me how to get into craft fairs. I learned how to make stained glass and opened up a Golondrinas Stained Glass Studio in Tijeras, NM.
I went to Las Vegas, Nevada in the 1970’s and while dancing was asked if I would want to dance professionally. I was offered a chance to dance with the Follies Bergere. I learned routines quickly, however after three years of hard work and torturing my body, I had to quit the Follies. I continued dancing on my own for another 15 years. However, as I grew older, I had to slow down. So now I keep myself busy with my hands. I started beading again and am surrounding myself with an amazing collection of beads.
I still do craft shows and occasionally companies come around to look at my artwork. I was invited to sell a few of my pieces in the New Mexico Uniqueables Catalog. It was an amazing experience.
About three years ago I took an interest in resin (thanks to YouTube videos). I started educating myself about resin and found the combination of beads and resin very satisfying and therapeutic. I have recently been invited to start teaching resin. Wow - what an opportunity!
