Alex

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5.0 | 29 reviews

Alex

149 have dabbled | 29 reviews

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Alex Agudo

Jewelry, history, languages, different cultures, music and travel are Alex's passions. With over 20 years of experience in jewelry making, art, dance, event coordinator and teacher.

He truly believes that creating something beautiful brings you so much joy and relieves stress. He lives by his motto, "When angry, create something, you will be much happier and you will forget what you were upset about". He believes Art is part of everyone's daily life, from listening to music to mosaics in the train station. Art is everywhere, we sometimes just don't take the time to appreciate it.

ABOUT THIS TEACHER

Jewelry, history, languages, different cultures, music and travel are Alex's passions. With over 20 years of experience in jewelry making, art, dance, event coordinator and teacher.

He truly believes that creating something beautiful brings you so much joy and relieves stress. He lives by his motto, "When angry, create something, you will be much happier and you will forget what you were upset about". He believes Art is part of everyone's daily life, from listening to music to mosaics in the train station. Art is everywhere, we sometimes just don't take the time to appreciate it.

STUDENT EXPERIENCES

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    Crystal G.
    Reviewed on 04/22/23

    My sister and I had the best time at our Jewelry Making Bootcamp class. Alex is a creative and super talented jewelry designer who shared his passion and techniques with us. The music and vibe of the studio was both calming and energizing. We each made three unique custom pieces that turned out beautifully!

    My sister and I had the best time at our Jewelry Making Bootcamp class. Alex is a creative and super talented jewelry designer who shared his passion and techniques with us. The music and vibe of the studio was both calming and energizing. We each made three unique custom pieces that turned out beautifully!

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    Samantha M.
    Reviewed on 08/30/17

    Alex's class was AMAZING! He broke everything down, went step by step, was so knowledgable and was so happy to be teaching and sharing with the entire class. His shop is great too! Lots of creative pieces that can seriously get your imagination running! I will definitely be back to shop and learn more from him!

    Alex's class was AMAZING! He broke everything down, went step by step, was so knowledgable and was so happy to be teaching and sharing with the entire class. His shop is great too! Lots of creative pieces that can seriously get your imagination running! I will definitely be back to shop and learn more from him!

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    Barbara K.
    Reviewed on 02/17/17

    I signed up for the class and couldn't make it last minute due to a family emergency. I rescheduled to come to the next class and didn't realized it had gotten canceled so I showed up. Alex was really nice about the situation and did the class on the spot with me one on one. He's very friendly and easy to talk to and the jewelry making was really fun and enjoyable. I would definitely go back.

    I signed up for the class and couldn't make it last minute due to a family emergency. I rescheduled to come to the next class and didn't realized it had gotten canceled so I showed up. Alex was really nice about the situation and did the class on the spot with me one on one. He's very friendly and easy to talk to and the jewelry making was really fun and enjoyable. I would definitely go back.

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    Erin P.
    Reviewed on 02/04/17

    As someone who had zero jewelry-making experience before this class, I think this was a perfect introduction to three basic techniques. Alex was very warm and friendly, and he and Leo have created a space that welcomes everyone as family. Alex was great at giving us instruction but also leaving us the time and space to work independently, while remaining accessible if we had questions. In just two and a half hours, I made a beautiful necklace, bracelet and earrings (from Alex's incredible bead selection), and I left there feeling accomplished, creative and ready to start a new hobby! I will definitely be back for more classes with Alex.

    As someone who had zero jewelry-making experience before this class, I think this was a perfect introduction to three basic techniques. Alex was very warm and friendly, and he and Leo have created a space that welcomes everyone as family. Alex was great at giving us instruction but also leaving us the time and space to work independently, while remaining accessible if we had questions. In just two and a half hours, I made a beautiful necklace, bracelet and earrings (from Alex's incredible bead selection), and I left there feeling accomplished, creative and ready to start a new hobby! I will definitely be back for more classes with Alex.

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    Jackie M.
    Reviewed on 01/30/17

    I give Alex and the Jewelry Making Bootcamp class TEN STARS! This was the very first class I took through Dabble and I could not have been more happy or satisfied with the class. Alex taught me how to make a necklace, bracelet and earrings in three hours and he taught me numerous jewelry-making techniques. I was blown away with the quality of the jewelry I made and I will now be able to make jewelry on my own. I highly recommend this class. I also recommend visiting L&A Healing Studio if you are looking for unique gifts, jewelry and clothing. I felt very relaxed and happy during my three hours in the store. Alex and all of his clients are amazing people. Thanks, Alex!!

    I give Alex and the Jewelry Making Bootcamp class TEN STARS! This was the very first class I took through Dabble and I could not have been more happy or satisfied with the class. Alex taught me how to make a necklace, bracelet and earrings in three hours and he taught me numerous jewelry-making techniques. I was blown away with the quality of the jewelry I made and I will now be able to make jewelry on my own. I highly recommend this class. I also recommend visiting L&A Healing Studio if you are looking for unique gifts, jewelry and clothing. I felt very relaxed and happy during my three hours in the store. Alex and all of his clients are amazing people. Thanks, Alex!!

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    Pam G.
    Reviewed on 01/16/17

    It was a lovely way to spend a weekend morning. We learned some basic techniques, were able to choose from a wonderful variety of materials and went home with jewelry we had crafted ourselves.

    It was a lovely way to spend a weekend morning. We learned some basic techniques, were able to choose from a wonderful variety of materials and went home with jewelry we had crafted ourselves.

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    Magdalena M.
    Reviewed on 04/02/16

    I like this lesson and I made beautiful jewelry!!! It was very nice and I would recommend it to anyone!

    I like this lesson and I made beautiful jewelry!!! It was very nice and I would recommend it to anyone!

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    Geralyn G.
    Reviewed on 04/01/16

    I LOVED THIS CLASS!
    I'm not a very creative person nor do I wear a lot of jewelry...but this class was so much fun. I learned basic techniques for jewelry making. I made two bracelets and a pair of earrings. And I love all of it! Our teacher, Alex, was so great. He's incredibly patient and so welcoming. I'll definitely be back!

    I LOVED THIS CLASS!
    I'm not a very creative person nor do I wear a lot of jewelry...but this class was so much fun. I learned basic techniques for jewelry making. I made two bracelets and a pair of earrings. And I love all of it! Our teacher, Alex, was so great. He's incredibly patient and so welcoming. I'll definitely be back!

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    Khortni R.
    Reviewed on 03/27/16

    Latin dance class was fun. Alex is a great teacher!

    Latin dance class was fun. Alex is a great teacher!

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    Alexander C.
    Reviewed on 03/07/16

    This was a very fun time. As a complete novice, I learned a lot. My fiance, who danced for many years, thought it was really informative and had a great time!

    This was a very fun time. As a complete novice, I learned a lot. My fiance, who danced for many years, thought it was really informative and had a great time!

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    Marsha J.
    Reviewed on 01/09/16

    Loved my class! Alex is a great teacher and has a wonderful selection of materials to make beautiful jewelry.

    Loved my class! Alex is a great teacher and has a wonderful selection of materials to make beautiful jewelry.

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    Tami S.
    Reviewed on 12/04/15

    The class was amazing. I made a beautiful piece of beautiful jewelry. More importantly I met 2 very creative artists. This shop should be a destination for locals and tourists. The jewelry and artwork available for purchase is truly unique to Chicago.

    The class was amazing. I made a beautiful piece of beautiful jewelry. More importantly I met 2 very creative artists. This shop should be a destination for locals and tourists. The jewelry and artwork available for purchase is truly unique to Chicago.

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    Pilar L.
    Reviewed on 10/31/15

    Alex was a great and patient teacher. We had a lot of fun and we would love to repeat!

    Alex was a great and patient teacher. We had a lot of fun and we would love to repeat!

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    Mariela J.
    Reviewed on 10/31/15

    I'm not a dancer at all. Glad that Alex breaks down step by step for every dance. He won't move on until everyone feels comfortable with the step.

    I'm not a dancer at all. Glad that Alex breaks down step by step for every dance. He won't move on until everyone feels comfortable with the step.

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    Valerie Q.
    Reviewed on 09/04/15

    Had so much fun and made some great pieces!! Learned a lot and I feel like I can make a bunch more at home.

    Had so much fun and made some great pieces!! Learned a lot and I feel like I can make a bunch more at home.

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    Martia G.
    Reviewed on 08/28/15

    This was my first jewelry making class, and I truly enjoyed it! Alex is a wonderful teacher for a beginner. He explained all of the tools and processes in great detail. The environment is very warm and inviting, which made it easier to let go and create. Alex provided a wide range of beads and clasps to choose from, and I also found the prices extremely reasonable. I highly recommend this class and look forward to learning more!

    This was my first jewelry making class, and I truly enjoyed it! Alex is a wonderful teacher for a beginner. He explained all of the tools and processes in great detail. The environment is very warm and inviting, which made it easier to let go and create. Alex provided a wide range of beads and clasps to choose from, and I also found the prices extremely reasonable. I highly recommend this class and look forward to learning more!

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    George N.
    Reviewed on 08/27/15

    Our teacher was amazing, i took one class with him and already i am hooked. He was caring, attentive and easy to follow, everything you could want in an instructor. I cannot wait till the next class.

    Our teacher was amazing, i took one class with him and already i am hooked. He was caring, attentive and easy to follow, everything you could want in an instructor. I cannot wait till the next class.

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    Megan W.
    Reviewed on 04/22/15

    Alex was great! I attended with a 14 yr old girl I mentor and she really enjoyed it.

    Alex was great! I attended with a 14 yr old girl I mentor and she really enjoyed it.

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    Deborah M.
    Reviewed on 02/23/15

    Alex is a great teacher! He gives a lot of information during the class, many useful suggestions for future projects and training. He's patient and very knowledgeable.

    Alex is a great teacher! He gives a lot of information during the class, many useful suggestions for future projects and training. He's patient and very knowledgeable.

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    Erin M.
    Reviewed on 02/21/15

    The teacher was excellent. My friend and I enjoyed our time there and were able to make earrings the same night. I was able to make two pairs. I would highly recommend the class.

    The teacher was excellent. My friend and I enjoyed our time there and were able to make earrings the same night. I was able to make two pairs. I would highly recommend the class.

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    Emily M.
    Reviewed on 02/09/15

    Wonderful experience! Had the pleasure of taking Alex's class and walked away with four statement rings. Bonus: you can bring your own wine to the class =)

    Wonderful experience! Had the pleasure of taking Alex's class and walked away with four statement rings. Bonus: you can bring your own wine to the class =)

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    Nancy O.
    Reviewed on 02/07/15

    Alex is not only a good teacher (with Aof of patience), he is also wonderful to talk to. The atmosphere was relaxing and the everyone was great. I had a really wonderful experience with this class. There was a huge selection of beads for the malas. The class went over what a mala is, the different designs and how to make one. It was very laid back but we also got thing done. I will definitely do this again!

    Alex is not only a good teacher (with Aof of patience), he is also wonderful to talk to. The atmosphere was relaxing and the everyone was great. I had a really wonderful experience with this class. There was a huge selection of beads for the malas. The class went over what a mala is, the different designs and how to make one. It was very laid back but we also got thing done. I will definitely do this again!

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    Harlene E.
    Reviewed on 01/29/15

    I went with a friend and we had SUCH a fun time. It was a very laid-back and relaxing class. Everybody at the shop was super friendly and accommodating. Alex, our instructor, could NOT have been more fun, helpful and patient. I was the remedial student and he took extra time with me. And on top of everything, I left with a gorgeous bracelet. The shop is really cool too and I did a little extra shopping after the course. P.S. They let us bring in wine :-).

    I went with a friend and we had SUCH a fun time. It was a very laid-back and relaxing class. Everybody at the shop was super friendly and accommodating. Alex, our instructor, could NOT have been more fun, helpful and patient. I was the remedial student and he took extra time with me. And on top of everything, I left with a gorgeous bracelet. The shop is really cool too and I did a little extra shopping after the course. P.S. They let us bring in wine :-).

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    Dorothy T.
    Reviewed on 01/24/15

    This was an amazing class. Alex is a fun and knowledgeable teacher. I went with a friend and we had a blast. We left with several beautiful pieces and a new love of jewelry making. I'm looking forward to attending another class.

    This was an amazing class. Alex is a fun and knowledgeable teacher. I went with a friend and we had a blast. We left with several beautiful pieces and a new love of jewelry making. I'm looking forward to attending another class.

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    Lyanne M.
    Reviewed on 01/16/15

    My friends and I had a great time learning how to make earrings with Alex! He was very patient and friendly and I think he's our BFF now. Great introduction to Dabble!

    My friends and I had a great time learning how to make earrings with Alex! He was very patient and friendly and I think he's our BFF now. Great introduction to Dabble!

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    Eric L.
    Reviewed on 01/08/15

    this was awesome. alex was a great teacher. learning some fun things, great experience, will be back for more.

    this was awesome. alex was a great teacher. learning some fun things, great experience, will be back for more.

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    Aisha R.
    Reviewed on 01/07/15

    LOVED the class. The instructor was knowledgable, funny, and a great teacher. I will definitely be back to visit the store and get more materials for my new hobby! Thanks for a fun night, Alex:-)

    LOVED the class. The instructor was knowledgable, funny, and a great teacher. I will definitely be back to visit the store and get more materials for my new hobby! Thanks for a fun night, Alex:-)

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    Christine S.
    Reviewed on 10/06/14

    Great class, I learned so much and made some beautiful jewelry. Well worth it!

    Great class, I learned so much and made some beautiful jewelry. Well worth it!

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    Katie D.
    Reviewed on 09/29/14

    The class was very enjoyable and Alex was friendly, patient, and very informative.

    The class was very enjoyable and Alex was friendly, patient, and very informative.

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