Specialty - Bead Weaving

Leslee Frumin, a talented bead and metal artist based in San Juan Capistrano, California, specializes in teaching off-loom bead weaving techniques. An accomplished designer, she has earned awards and been widely published for her work in both beadwork and metal artistry. Her creations have been featured in leading trade magazines and exhibited across the United States and internationally.

Leslee finds inspiration in shapes, the natural world, and the unique qualities of the materials she works with. She is especially known for translating traditional metalworking techniques into intricate beadwork designs—most notably in her bezel and clasp constructions, which reflect her deep experience with metals.

Teaching is at the heart of Leslee’s work. She is passionate about creating a fun, engaging, and successful learning experience for every student. Her enthusiasm for the endless colors and textures of beads, metals, and stones continues to fuel her creativity. And if she could add another 24 hours to each day to spend designing, she happily would.​