In this immersive, hands-on workshop, participants will explore the art of crafting unique jewelry pieces using various materials, including beads, raw elements, and metals. Guided by experienced instructor Joy Joshua, attendees will learn intricate techniques essential to jewelry making. By the end of the session, each participant will have created their own necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings to take home. This experience offers an opportunity to design personalized pieces that reflect individual styles and preferences.

Join us for a special jewelry-making workshop in honor of Black History Month! All skill levels are welcome, and materials will be provided. Celebrate creativity, heritage, and community while crafting beautiful pieces that reflect the beauty and resilience of Black culture.

Joy Joshua is a jewelry maker and instructor with a successful track record of hosting almost 60 workshops at the Chicago Public Library, servicing over 1,000 patrons city-wide.

Sip, String, and Celebrate Galentine's Day with Us!

Looking for the perfect way to celebrate friendship, creativity, and you this Galentine’s Day? Join us for a fun and relaxing Jewelry Making & Sip Night at the beautiful Designs by Anna J boutique in Hyde Park. Led by Joy Joshua, Founder of Journey & Thingz, this BYOB experience will guide you through the art of creating custom jewelry.

✨ What to Expect:

• A hands-on jewelry-making experience where you can create your own:

  • Necklaces

  • Bracelets

  • Earrings

  • Waist Beads (a boutique favorite!)

• Access to a buffet of high-quality beads in stunning styles and colors.

• Use of all the tools and materials you need—just bring your creativity!

• A BYOB setting—bring your favorite drinks and sip while you create.

✨ When and Where:
📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Designs by Anna J Boutique, Hyde Park

✨ Price:
💲 35 per person (all tools and materials included!)

✨ Why Attend?

• Celebrate Galentine’s Day in style with your besties or come solo and meet new friends.

• Create something unique, personal, and meaningful.

• Enjoy the creative ambiance of Designs by Anna J, featuring waist beads for sale and an inspiring environment.

✨ Reserve Your Spot Now!
Space is limited, and this event will sell out! Don’t miss out on this chance to sip, create, and celebrate in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.

Celebrate Black History Month with Creativity at Logan Center for the Arts!

Join us for a special Jewelry Making Workshop at the Logan Center for the Arts during their Family Day celebration honoring Black History Month. This hands-on experience is perfect for participants of all ages to explore creativity, celebrate culture, and make something truly special.

✨ What to Expect:

• Dive into a wide selection of high-quality beads in vibrant colors and styles.

• Create your own necklace, bracelet, or earrings—perfect for personal wear or gifting to a loved one.

• Enjoy a welcoming and fun atmosphere where families can create together and make lasting memories.

• Learn new skills while celebrating the rich heritage and creativity of Black culture.

This workshop is a wonderful way for families to connect, express their creativity, and leave with a piece of jewelry as unique as they are. All tools and materials are provided, so just bring your imagination and excitement!

✨ Make Something Meaningful and Celebrate Together!
This event is free to the public, so don’t miss out—bring the whole family and join us in crafting something beautiful.

RSVP will be available soon by clicking: https://events.uchicago.edu/event/244067-february-logan-center-family-saturdayrhythm

Join us for a special jewelry-making workshop celebrating the spirit of Kwanzaa. Under the expert guidance of Joy Joshua, you’ll learn to craft unique jewelry pieces using beads, raw materials, and metals, inspired by the principles of Kwanzaa. Whether you create a necklace, bracelet, or earrings, this hands-on experience will allow you to design meaningful, personalized items that reflect the values of unity, creativity, and community. A perfect way to honor Kwanzaa while crafting gifts for your loved ones!

Joy Joshua is a jewelry maker and instructor with a successful track record of hosting almost 40 workshops at the Chicago Public Library, servicing over 600 patrons city-wide.

Join us for a special jewelry-making workshop celebrating the spirit of Kwanzaa. Under the expert guidance of Joy Joshua, you’ll learn to craft unique jewelry pieces using beads, raw materials, and metals, inspired by the principles of Kwanzaa. Whether you create a necklace, bracelet, or earrings, this hands-on experience will allow you to design meaningful, personalized items that reflect the values of unity, creativity, and community. A perfect way to honor Kwanzaa while crafting gifts for your loved ones! 

Joy Joshua is a jewelry maker and instructor with a successful track record of hosting almost 50 workshops at the Chicago Public Library, servicing over 600 patrons city-wide.

As the holiday season approaches, there's no better way to get into the festive spirit than by joining our Holiday Jewelry Making Workshop. This enchanting program is your gateway to crafting exquisite, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces that capture the joy, warmth, and elegance of the holidays.

In this workshop, we invite you to explore the art of transforming simple materials into dazzling works of wearable art, perfect for adding a touch of glamour to your holiday celebrations or for giving as cherished gifts to your loved ones.

Join Logan Center Family Saturday for our December Family Saturday(Creative Holiday) celebrating the joy of creating this season.  Workshops will feature arts and crafts, Kwanzaa Storytelling with TAHIRA, kidpreneur vending market, quilt-making with Dorothy Burgs and jewelry design with Joy Joshua.

Update: This class will be led by one of our artist Pirekua. Please check out Pirekua’s work of art at www.artbypikejua.com

Get into the holiday spirit with a special jewelry-making workshop, perfect for crafting unique, handmade gifts for your loved ones! Under the expert guidance of Joy Joshua, you’ll explore creative techniques using beads, raw materials, and metals to design your own necklace, bracelet, or earrings. This hands-on experience is a wonderful way to create personalized gifts that showcase your creativity and thoughtfulness, just in time for the holiday season.

As the holiday season approaches, there's no better way to get into the festive spirit than by joining our Holiday Jewelry Making Workshop. This enchanting program is your gateway to crafting exquisite, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces that capture the joy, warmth, and elegance of the holidays.

In this workshop, we invite you to explore the art of transforming simple materials into dazzling works of wearable art, perfect for adding a touch of glamour to your holiday celebrations or for giving as cherished gifts to your loved ones.

As the holiday season approaches, there's no better way to get into the festive spirit than by joining our Holiday Jewelry Making Workshop. This enchanting program is your gateway to crafting exquisite, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces that capture the joy, warmth, and elegance of the holidays.

In this workshop, we invite you to explore the art of transforming simple materials into dazzling works of wearable art, perfect for adding a touch of glamour to your holiday celebrations or for giving as cherished gifts to your loved ones.

Get into the holiday spirit with a special jewelry-making workshop perfect for crafting unique, handmade gifts for your loved ones! Under the expert guidance of Joy Joshua, you’ll explore creative techniques using beads, raw materials, and metals to design your own necklace, bracelet, or earrings. This hands-on experience is a wonderful way to create personalized gifts that showcase your creativity and thoughtfulness, just in time for the holiday season.

Join us for a special jewelry-making workshop celebrating the spirit of Kwanzaa. Under the expert guidance of Joy Joshua, you’ll learn to craft unique jewelry pieces using beads, raw materials, and metals, inspired by the principles of Kwanzaa. Whether you create a necklace, bracelet, or earrings, this hands-on experience will allow you to design meaningful, personalized items that reflect the values of unity, creativity, and community. A perfect way to honor Kwanzaa while crafting gifts for your loved ones!

Get into the holiday spirit with a special jewelry-making workshop perfect for crafting unique, handmade gifts for your loved ones! 

Under the expert guidance of Joy Joshua, you’ll explore creative techniques using beads, raw materials, and metals to design your own necklace, bracelet, or earrings.

This hands-on experience is a wonderful way to create personalized gifts that showcase your creativity and thoughtfulness, just in time for the holiday season.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop, hosted at Designs by Anna J. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using a variety of materials. From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will inspire creativity and self-expression. Each participant will create their own personalized necklace, bracelet, or earrings and take home wearable art.

This event is BYOB-friendly and perfect for adults looking for a fun and creative night out. Tickets are $35. See you there!

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.

Step into the world of creativity and craftsmanship with our immersive jewelry-making workshop. Led by Joy Joshua, an experienced artisan, participants will uncover the secrets behind crafting unique jewelry pieces using an array of materials. 

From bead selection to intricate designs, this hands-on experience will foster creativity and self-expression for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own personalized necklace, bracelet or earrings, taking home cherished memories and wearable art.