This is a group that encourages artistic and creative expression through jewelry making. It gives you the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with others who share in your jewelry making interests.

Meet other local knitters, crocheters, weavers, needlepointers, spinners, beaders and crafters from the area. We come together to "yarn," chit chat and just have a good time over coffee or chai. We welcome those of all craft and skill levels - from beginner to advanced.

“This is a group for anyone interested in bead embroidery, bead weaving, seed beads,stringing, etc. Other types of beaders are welcome to attend.  All should have some beading experience. Join for a fun night out of light-hearted discussion and beading with other enthusiasts in the area. Looking forward to beading creative with you.”

Beads East of the River is open to everyone, from newbies to experienced beaders. This group meets to work on bead projects; share inspiration, expertise, feedback, and suggestions; and swap beads and findings. (You know how you always end up with an extra bead or two? Want to trade?) Stringers, seed bead stitchers and knitters, wireworkers, etc., are all welcome. I want all group members, regardless of experience level, to feel comfortable getting and giving advice or help with their bead proj …

Who needs a night or afternoon out with awesome ladies? This group is for women who have a passion for jewelry making (beading, pearl knotting, etc.) Local arts and crafts stores and bead shows in New Jersey offer jewelry making classes at a reasonable fee. Activities will be planned to attend classes or as a get together to work on our individual pieces while sharing the company of awesome women.