Alexandra Sydorenko's Japanese Garden October 2, 2026

$95.00

Japanese Garden Live Virtual Zoom Workshop October 2, 2026, 11:00 AM-5:00 PM EST

Discover the beauty of Japanese-inspired design in this elegant and distinctive necklace. Featuring a harmonious blend of luxurious materials and thoughtful composition, Japanese Garden pairs a graceful, symmetrical silhouette with an artfully asymmetrical interior, creating a piece that is both refined and visually captivating.

Though delicate in size, this necklace makes a memorable statement. The finished pendant measures approximately 5 inches from the top of the loop to the tip of the center dagger bead and 2 inches at its widest point—perfect for adding an artistic touch to any wardrobe.

Materials featured in this project include:

  • German glass cabochon

  • Toho seed beads (11/0 and 15/0)

  • Delica beads

  • Cup chain

  • Two types of leather

  • Leather cord

  • Round pearl beads

  • Sequins

  • Bicones

  • Two-hole Cab Beads

  • Dagger beads

When, Where & Price

  • Date: August 2, 2026

  • Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

  • Location: Zoom

  • Price: $95 + $99 for Required Kit

Project Details / Techniques Covered:

  • During this immersive 6-hour workshop, Alexandra will guide students through a variety of elegant bead embroidery and bead weaving techniques designed to create movement, depth, and layered dimension.

    • Bead embroidery

    • Increasing and decreasing peyote

    • Brick stitch

    • How to make a leather bail

    • Pinwheel-looking bezel around cabochon

    • Herringbone technique

Skill Level

  • All Levels

Kit Information

  • Required Kit: $99 + shipping

    • Available for purchase directly from the instructor and includes curated materials for the full project

    • Four colorways will be available to choose from.

Student Supplies/Requirements

  • To participate, you will need:

    • A desktop, laptop, or tablet

    • The Zoom application (available for Windows, Apple, or Android)

    • A reliable internet connection

Join us live on Zoom as you create this beautifully balanced design and learn techniques for combining bead embroidery with mixed-media elements to produce a truly unique piece of wearable art.

Zoom access details will be emailed the week of the workshop after registration is complete.

Note: Enrollment is confirmed upon receipt of payment. All payments are final and non-refundable, except in the event that SocialBeadia cancels the class, in which case a full refund will be issued.

If you are unable to attend for any reason, you may transfer your enrollment to another individual— provided you arrange the transfer and notify SocialBeadia in advance of the class. Should you choose not to transfer your seat, you will still receive all instructional materials included with your registration, along with the option to purchase a kit, subject to availability.

Please note that once instructional materials have been delivered, refunds, credits, or exchanges are not available.

Thank you for supporting SocialBeadia and our community of artists. For any questions, please contact info@socialbeadia.com.

Japanese Garden Live Virtual Zoom Workshop October 2, 2026, 11:00 AM-5:00 PM EST

Discover the beauty of Japanese-inspired design in this elegant and distinctive necklace. Featuring a harmonious blend of luxurious materials and thoughtful composition, Japanese Garden pairs a graceful, symmetrical silhouette with an artfully asymmetrical interior, creating a piece that is both refined and visually captivating.

Though delicate in size, this necklace makes a memorable statement. The finished pendant measures approximately 5 inches from the top of the loop to the tip of the center dagger bead and 2 inches at its widest point—perfect for adding an artistic touch to any wardrobe.

Materials featured in this project include:

  • German glass cabochon

  • Toho seed beads (11/0 and 15/0)

  • Delica beads

  • Cup chain

  • Two types of leather

  • Leather cord

  • Round pearl beads

  • Sequins

  • Bicones

  • Two-hole Cab Beads

  • Dagger beads

When, Where & Price

  • Date: August 2, 2026

  • Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

  • Location: Zoom

  • Price: $95 + $99 for Required Kit

Project Details / Techniques Covered:

  • During this immersive 6-hour workshop, Alexandra will guide students through a variety of elegant bead embroidery and bead weaving techniques designed to create movement, depth, and layered dimension.

    • Bead embroidery

    • Increasing and decreasing peyote

    • Brick stitch

    • How to make a leather bail

    • Pinwheel-looking bezel around cabochon

    • Herringbone technique

Skill Level

  • All Levels

Kit Information

  • Required Kit: $99 + shipping

    • Available for purchase directly from the instructor and includes curated materials for the full project

    • Four colorways will be available to choose from.

Student Supplies/Requirements

  • To participate, you will need:

    • A desktop, laptop, or tablet

    • The Zoom application (available for Windows, Apple, or Android)

    • A reliable internet connection

Join us live on Zoom as you create this beautifully balanced design and learn techniques for combining bead embroidery with mixed-media elements to produce a truly unique piece of wearable art.

Zoom access details will be emailed the week of the workshop after registration is complete.

Note: Enrollment is confirmed upon receipt of payment. All payments are final and non-refundable, except in the event that SocialBeadia cancels the class, in which case a full refund will be issued.

If you are unable to attend for any reason, you may transfer your enrollment to another individual— provided you arrange the transfer and notify SocialBeadia in advance of the class. Should you choose not to transfer your seat, you will still receive all instructional materials included with your registration, along with the option to purchase a kit, subject to availability.

Please note that once instructional materials have been delivered, refunds, credits, or exchanges are not available.

Thank you for supporting SocialBeadia and our community of artists. For any questions, please contact info@socialbeadia.com.