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3 Beads and A Button

20680 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Cupertino,  (CA) 95014 - City Location Map

408-366-BEAD (2323)
Fax: 366-2382

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 - 6, Thu til 8, Sun 11-5

Friendly and helpful staff. Fanciful beads and buttons, Austrian Crystal, czech and pressed glass. Miyuki Delica beads, triangles, cubes and hex beads. Vintage button collection.

Listed since Oct 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 10/2/05

A and G Beads

410 Bryant Circle
Ojai,  (CA) ?????

805-640-1773
Fax: 640-1736

Glass and plastic beads, pearls, rhinestones, metal stampings, findings, supplies.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 7/7/02

A Bead Above

San Carlos and 7th Ave
Carmel,  (CA) 93921 - City Location Map

831-622-9932

Hours: Daily 10-5

Glass Beads, Gems, Pearls, Fairies, Jewelry and Gifts. Visit my other store 'Let it Bead' Monterey 831-373-2323. Great Service, Best Bead Stores in town.

Listed since Aug 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 9/18/06

A Better Place to Bead

132 E street, Suite 1D
Davis,  (CA) 95616 - City Location Map

530-759-8038

Nice and cozy environment. Beading class offered on Tuesday.

Listed since Sep 2004 (by a customer).
No updates since then

A Rolling Stone

320 E Citrus Avenue
Redlands,  (CA) 92373 - City Location Map

(Corner of 8th and Citrus)

909-798-2282

Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30-6, Sun Closed

Thousands of beads and everything a beader needs. We offer jewelry making classes and repair. We now have a huge assortment of vintage jewelry.

Listed since Dec 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 11/9/07

Accessories Plus

726 B Street [?]
Fortuna,  (CA) 95540 - City Location Map

707-725-3777

Listed since circa 1996 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Adventure in Glass

4510 Carey Back Avenue
Elk Grove,  (CA) 95758

916-421-2260

Hours: by appointment only

Loren Stump - Highly detailed, intricate torch cane work beads, etc.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Alotta Jewelry South Sun Products  (GTB Leader)

8601 Aero Drive - Directions (from any location)
San Diego,  (CA) 92123 - Exact store location map

(Entrance is located on Sandrock Road - Look for the SOUTH SUN sign on our building)

858-309-5045

Hours: See Website

San Diego's Beads, Silver and Jewelry Superstore! 20,000 square feet! Huge selection of semiprecious beads, pearls, Swarovski, sterling silver pendants, findings, chain, rings, earrings and more! Wholesale pricing available.

Listed since Jun 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 3/14/08
(New when listed)

Altamont

4035 Grass Valley Hwy., Ste. Y
Auburn,  (CA) 95602

530-885-1435
Fax: 885-1473
800-595-5915

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE ONLY - Beading and jewelry making supplies. Sterling silver and Gold Filled wire, sheet and findings. Beads - seed, stone, glass, bone and Czech crystal. Beading books.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Always Beads

  ACCURACY ALERT: The e-mail address and URL for this store were not working as of the last update.

(no address provided)
Stockton,  (CA) 95207

(no phone # provided)

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE ONLY - We offer delicas by the gram. And a lovely OH My! selection of beads.

Listed since Feb 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 2/27/05
(New when listed)

Amara Brothers

1655 N. Western Avenue
Hollywood,  (CA) 90027 - City Location Map

213-957-1881
Fax: 482-1396

African trade beads and other African treasures.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Amber by Graciana

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that the phone numbers for this store were not working as of the last update.

888 Brannan street, #2070
San Francisco,  (CA) 94103 - City Location Map

415-255-6759
Fax: 415-626-6134
800-AMB-ER50 (262-3750)

Amber beads, jewelry, loose stones.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/25/04

Amber Treasure

P.O. Box 99103
Emeryville,  (CA) 94662

510-547-8660
Fax: 547-8772

Cabochons, stones, beads, chips, finished pieces.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Amonite Beads and Jewelry

3934 5th Avenue
San Diego,  (CA) 92104 - City Location Map

(In the heart of Hillcrest - next to the Corvette Diner)

619-299-3180
Fax: 299-3177

Hours: Tue - Fri 11-8, Sat 11-10, Sun-Mon 12-6

Unique line of quality beads and centerpieces: silver, jade, coral, wood, shell, gemstones, pearls and more. Classes and private parties offered. Parking available. Open daily.

Listed since Feb 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 3/25/06
(New when listed)

Amsbury

2675 Balsa Avenue
Yucca Valley,  (CA) 92284-9301 - City Location Map

760-369-3380
Fax: 369-3379

Hand made porcelain beads by Ray and Michelle Amsbury.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/6/05

Anju's Art

240 E. Wilbur Road, #B
Thousand Oaks,  (CA) 91360 - City Location Map

805-379-9868
Fax: same

Glass beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Antique Bead Peddler  (GTB Sponsor)

P.O. Box 8097
Auburn,  (CA) 95604

530-885-3511
Fax: 530-823-6957

Hours: Daily 11-5

ONLINE ONLY - Antique Bead Peddler specializes in Vintage beads, vintage glass cabochons, jewelry findings, victorian glass beaded clothing ornaments, jewelry, hat pins, vintage clasps and jewelry stampings.

Listed since Jul 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 9/29/07

Arrow Springs

4301 A Product Drive
Shingle Springs,  (CA) 95682 - City Location Map

530-677-1400
Fax: 677-1600
800-899-0689

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5 (Pacific Time), Sat 10-2 (Phone Orders Only)

Donna and Craig Milliron - A large selection of flameworking kits, glass, tools, equipment, supplies, books videos for making glass. Fused glass, lampworked, raku and pate de verre beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 11/5/06

Ascona Beads

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

1940 14th Street
Santa Monica,  (CA) 90404 - City Location Map

310-450-8939

Mostly glass beads and findings; classes on glass lampwork bead-making.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 11/11/02

Avalon Beads

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this storefront is closed with all stock moved to Avalon's Monterey location.

1658 N. Main
Salinas,  (CA) 93906 - City Location Map

831-424-0763

Bead stringing Supplies, Sterline Silver charms and findings, Semi-precious Stone Beads, Austrian Crystals, Books, Czech and Japanese Seed Beads including Delicas, Bead Curtains, Restringing Available.

Listed since May 2002 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/29/07

Avalon Beads

640 Del Monte Shopping Center
Monterey,  (CA) 93940 - City Location Map

831-643-1847

Bead stringing Supplies, Sterline Silver charms and findings, Semi-precious Stone Beads, Austrian Crystals, Books, Czech and Japanese Seed Beads including Delicas, Bead Curtains, Restringing Available.

Listed since May 2002 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/3/05

AZ Gems

  ACCURACY ALERT: The e-mail address for this store was not working as of the last update.

405 Missouri Ct
Redlands,  (CA) 92373 - City Location Map

(from 10 Fwy go south on Alabama - left on Park Ave - right on Missouri Ct)

909-798-3057
Fax: 798-3607
877-436-7462 [877-GEMS-INC]

Hours: Mon-Tue-Thu-Fri 9-5, Sat 10-5, Wed-Sun Closed

Online sales.

Listed since Dec 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/7/06

Barefoot Trader

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed as of June 2008. 75% off til then.

1032 W San Marcos Blvd # 192
San Marcos,  (CA) 92078 - City Location Map

(INSIDE OLD CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT ROW)

760-736-8393
Fax: same

Hours: Mon Closed, Tue-Sat 10-7, Sun 12-5

LARGEST SELECTION OF NEW AND VINTAGE SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL IN S.D. GEMSTONE, CZECH GLASS, STERLING AND GOLD FILLED FINDINGS AND CHAIN LOTS MORE.

Listed since Jun 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 5/29/08

BASICALLY BEADS

512 MAIN ST. #3
Diamond Springs,  (CA) 95619 - City Location Map

530-622-2339
Fax: same

Hours: 7 days 10-4

glass and stone beads, findings and all beading supplies.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 5/3/05

Baubles and Beads

1676 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley,  (CA) 94709 - City Location Map

510-644-BEAD (2323)

Wearable Art - Antique, ethnic, contemporary, findings, charms, classes, books, tools, seed beads, semi-precious. Well-stocked store with reasonable prices. Lots of helpful staff in the store.

Listed since circa 1996 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/10/08

Baubles and Beads

1104 4th Street
at A Street
San Rafael,  (CA) 94901 - City Location Map

415-457-8891

Excellent selection and very helpful people!

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 7/27/02

Bay Area Beads

1182 Laurel Street
San Carlos,  (CA) 94070 - City Location Map

650-591-1895

Hours: Tues-Fri 12-6, Sat 11-5

Listed since Mar 2005 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Bead Addict

1350 N. Kraemer Blvd
Placentia,  (CA) 92870 - City Location Map

714-528-0090

Hours: 7 days

Great selection of czech, swarovski, semi-precious beads and stones from around the world. Contact the store for available classes and schedule.

Listed since Mar 2004 (by a customer).
No updates since then
(New when listed)

Bead Addiction

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

5460 Philadlphia
Chino,  (CA) 91710 - City Location Map

(near Central Ave. in the same center as the Auto Club )

(no phone # provided)

Great selection of semi-precious faceted gemstones. VERY reasonable prices and wonderful owners that work with the customers.

Listed since Oct 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/17/06

Bead Artistry

2059 W. Bullard
Fresno,  (CA) 93711 - City Location Map

(southwest corner of Bullard and West)

559-435-6605

Wonderful selection of faceted FP, Swarovski, lampwork, gemstone, seed beads,findings, classes and demos. Mother/daughter owners are very friendly and helpful. Lots of fun ideas displayed.

Listed since Apr 2006 (by a customer).

Bead Asylum

5692 Thornton Ave.
Newark,  (CA) 94560 - City Location Map

510-744-0514
Fax: 744-0881

Hours: Mon-Tue Closed, Wed 12 to 7, Thu-Fri-Sat 10:15 to 6, Sun 12 to 5

*Quantity Discounts* - Czech seed and pressed glass, seed beads 11/o, bugle beads, FIMO, Indian, Italian and German Beads, Books, classes, parties, etc.

Listed since circa 1996 (by the store).
Last update: 8/2/05

Bead Attic

7000 Indiana Ave, Suite 113
(between Washington and Mary)
Riverside,  (CA) 92506 - City Location Map

951-788-8334

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5

Swarovski Crystal, Czech glass, Vintage glass and crystal beads. Findings, stringing supplies, tools , chain, shells and more. NOT AFFILIATED with Bead Addict Orange County.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 3/9/06

Bead Bazaar

18612, Pioneer Blvd
Pioneer and South Street
Artesia,  (CA) 90701 - City Location Map

Fax: 562-467-0841

Hours: Tue-Sun 11-8

Precious and semi precious beads, Svarowski crystals, cubic zirconia, Silver findings, Czech glass beads. We offer beading classes and we do restringing too.

Listed since Mar 2007 (by the store).

Bead Boutique

2676 Fletcher Parkway
El Cajon
San Diego,  (CA) 92020 - City Location Map

619-337-2323

Hours: Tue-Fri 10-6, Sat-Sun 10-5

San Diego County's largest selection of glass beads. Stone, gems, Swarovski crystal, Bali silver, Thai silver, friendly and helpfull staff. Class, kits, project sheets.

Listed since Jan 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 10/3/05

Bead Boutique-Eastlake

945 Otay Lakes Road
Chula Vista,  (CA) 91914 - City Location Map

(Henry's shopping center across from Southwestern College)

619-421-2345

Swarovski, Murano, Myuiki, Czech, Stone, Gems, Pearls, shell, wood, Excellent selection of findings, tools and accessories.

Listed since Sep 2006 (by the store).

Bead Buds

10044 McLennan Avenue
North Hills,  (CA) 91343 - City Location Map

818-360-8639

Delica beads and Japanese seed beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 11/23/02

Bead Connection (Bead and Yarn Studio)

7701 White Lane, Suite B
Bakersfield,  (CA) 93309 - City Location Map

661-827-9660

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4

New location with lots of Beads: faceted, stone, findings, Delicas, and more. PLUS a wonderful selection of Yarn for weaving, knitting, crochet.

Listed since Jan 2001 (by the store).
Last update: 7/4/06

Bead Connections

371 E. 8th Street
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-489-9825
Fax: 489-9826

Crystals, glass beads, finished jewelry and buttons.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Bead Dreams

2103 Pacific Ave
at Dorris Place
Stockton,  (CA) 95204 - City Location Map

209-464-2323
Fax: 209-469-2323

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6

Formerly Ava Beads of Reno, NV. Huge selection Swarovski, seed beads, Delicas, gemstone and glass. Classes in Bead weaving, Stringing, Wire work and wire wrapping.

Listed since Nov 2007 (by a customer).
(New when listed)

Bead Fever

166 W. Smith
Ukiah,  (CA) 95482 - City Location Map

707-462-BEAD

Beading supplies, Czech glass, shell, stone, bone, metal, findings, Indian owned. Quality Craft Supplier, Workshops.

Listed since circa 1996 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Bead Gallery

9823 Mira Mesa Blvd.
San Diego,  (CA) 92131 - City Location Map

858-831-9190
Fax: 831-9186

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, closed Sun

Swarovski crystals in several shapes, sizes and colors, semi-precious stones, individually sold or by the strand. Sterling Silver findings of all types! Classes and parties.

Listed since Sep 2004 (by the store).
No updates since then

Bead Gallery

6706 Stanford Ranch Rd. #3
Roseville,  (CA) 95678 - City Location Map

(near Costco and the Roseville Galleria Mall)

916-783-8715

Hours: Mon-Thu 10-7, Fri-Sat 10-8, Sun 11-5

Both walls are filled with natural stones, pearls, and lots of findings. Great quality and prices. Sterling silver, gold-filled and 14K gold findings. Excellent service.

Listed since Nov 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/28/06

Bead Inspirations

1544 Park Street
Alameda,  (CA) 94501 - City Location Map

510-337-1203
Fax: 510-521-2211

Hours: Mon-Sun til 6 or later

Gorgeous high quality beads and findings. Elegant and stylish samples. Inspiring classes. Attentive service. Beginner friendly.

Listed since Jan 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 5/2/07
(New when listed)

Bead Island, Inc.

25359 Madison Ave, Suite #108
Murrieta,  (CA) 92562 - City Location Map

(I-15 Exit Murrieta Hot Springs - Go west - left on Madison - first right into parking lot - To the side of WalMart behind Denny's)

951-461-1071
Fax: 461-0830

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5

We have a huge selection of glass beads from around the world. Large selection of charms, finding, gemstones and stringing materials. Classes and Birthday Parties!!

Listed since Jul 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 11/10/07
(New when listed)

Bead It!

13460 Central Ave., #E
Chino,  (CA) 91710 - City Location Map

909-364-2402

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-4, Closed Sun

Czech fire-polished, stones, Swarovski crystals and rhinestones, pearls, seed beads, sterling letters (cube and heart shaped), charms, precious-metal findings and chain. Classes and friendly help.

Listed since May 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 9/4/07
(New when listed)

Bead It, Inc.

1325 Pacific Avenue
Santa Cruz,  (CA) 95060 - City Location Map

(In Downtown Santa Cruz's Pacific Garden Mall - across from The Coffee Roasting Company)

831-426-0779
Fax: 429-6919

Hours: Daily 11-7

Beads, charms, books, tools, storage options, stringing supplies, collectables, beading kits the list goes on.. Established in 1987!

Listed since circa 1996 (by the store).
Last update: 1/13/08

Bead Mart

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

3921 4th Avenue
San Diego,  (CA) 92103 - City Location Map

619-543-0129

Seed beads, semi-precious, glass, African, Austrian crystal, Czech glass beads, findings, books, classes.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/21/02

Bead Source

7047 Reseda Boulevard
Reseda,  (CA) 91335 - City Location Map

818-708-0972

Hours: Mon - Sat 9:30-6

Specializing in Swarovski and Austrian crystals, beads, findings, Peruvian beads, appliqués. This is one store in a chain with several locations in Southern CA.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 5/5/01

Bead Source

23132 W. Valencia Blvd.
Valencia,  (CA) 91355 - City Location Map

805-255-7832

This is one store in a chain with several locations in Southern CA.

Listed since May 2001 (by a customer).
Last update: 7/5/02

Bead Source

18338 Ventura Blvd.
Tarzana,  (CA) 91356 - City Location Map

818-705-7445
Fax: 818-704-0493

Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30-6, Sat 10:30-5:30, Sun 12-5

This is one store in a chain with several locations in Southern CA.

Listed since May 2001 (by a customer).
Last update: 11/12/06

Bead Source

10606 W. Pico Blvd.
West Los Angeles,  (CA) 90064 - City Location Map

310-841-2636

This is one store in a chain with several locations in Southern CA. Big collection.

Listed since May 2001 (by a customer).
Last update: 12/10/04

Bead Source

1476 Moorpark Rd.
Thousand Oaks,  (CA) 91360 - City Location Map

805-496-8865

This is one store in a chain with several locations in Southern CA.

Listed since May 2001 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Bead Studio

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

1747 Live Oak Blvd.
Yuba City,  (CA) 95991 - City Location Map

(Shopping Center on the corner of Live Oak and Queens Ave)

530-755-4015

Great selection of unusual beads and great shopping atmosphere. Classes available.

Listed since Oct 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/8/08

Bead Time

1371 Oliver Rd. - Suite C
Fairfield,  (CA) 94533 - City Location Map

707-426-2323
FAX: 426-2856

Hours: 7 DAYS A WEEK....10 - 6...THU til 10

LARGE SELECTION OF 11S, 14S, DELLICAS, CRYSTALS (VINTAGE and NEW), LAMPWORK BEADS, ACCENT BEADS. CLASSES ARE OFFERED.

Listed since Oct 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 7/7/02

Bead Utopia

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

31980 Hilltop Boulevard
P.O. Box 3321
Running Springs,  (CA) 92382-3321 - City Location Map

(no phone # provided)

Quality beads and supplies at affordable prices.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/1/08

BEAD Venturess

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is now Online-Only.

809 West 18th St.
Merced,  (CA) 95340 - City Location Map

(Corner of 'O' Street - Look for the yellow house and the big A Frame vertical 'BEAD' sign)

209-947-4821

Hours: Tue-Fri 10-6, Thu eve beading circles 6-9, Sat 10-4

Merced's only Bead Store. We carry czech glass, semi-precious stones, wood beads, polymer, dichroic, and lots of findings. We also offer very reasonably priced classes.

Listed since Jul 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 1/9/08
(New when listed)

Bead Ware

9687 Elk Grove-Florin Road
Elk Grove,  (CA) 95624 - City Location Map

916-714-0011
Fax: 714-4873

Hours: 24/7 online

Great shop, good selection and very helpful and friendly staff. Come to classes and join the Bead Bunch club. Prices are pretty good. See website.

Listed since Jul 2003 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/9/07
(New when listed)

Bead-it Co.

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that the address for this store is undeliverable so this store may be closed.

1169 Thousand Oaks Boulevard
Thousand Oaks,  (CA) 91360 - City Location Map

805-494-3263
Fax: 373-2966

Large selection of unique beads and findings, work areas, classes.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/21/03

BEADAZE

972 East California Blvd, #201
Pasadena,  (CA) 91106

(no phone provided)

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE ONLY - Venetian millefiori, Trade Beads, Fancy Glass, Shell, Wooden, Filigree etc.

Listed since Aug 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 5/3/05
(New when listed)

BeadBabe.com

5710 Auburn Blvd., Suite #3
Sacramento,  (CA) 95841 - City Location Map

800-270-4181
916-344-2323

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5 or almost any time by appointment

Bead Shoppe: Bone, Glass, Horn, Metal, Pewter,Sterling Silver and Seed Beads. Indian and Czech is our specialty. Variety galore! Catalog available free on CD ROM.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/10/08

Beaded Arts

1220A Fourth Street
Santa Rosa,  (CA) 95404 - City Location Map

(From Hwy 101 take College Ave. Exit east - turn left at dead end [4th St] - We are two blocks up on the right)

707-545-2989

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30-6

Small objects of art with holes in them (for your beading pleasure).

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/14/08

Beaded Images

(no address provided)
Redding,  (CA) 96001

530-244-0317
Fax: same

Hours: 8:30 to 5:30

ONLINE ONLY - Complete line of Miyuki Delica beads, many color choices of Hex, Large Size 8 Miyuki Delica and Drop Beads. Books by Barbara Elbe and accompanying kits.

Listed since Mar 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 5/3/05

Beaded Nomad

1238 First Street
Napa,  (CA) 94559 - City Location Map

707-258-8004

Hours: Mon - Sat 11 to 6, Sun 12 to 5

Beads, finished jewelry, ethnographic items, books, rugs.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/6/05

Beadella

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

168 W. 25th Avenue
San Mateo,  (CA) 94403

415-372-9647

MAILORDER ONLY

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 1/29/06

Beadiak

28853 Agoura Road
Agoura Hills,  (CA) 91301 - City Location Map

(Whizin Center - Just east of the Kanan Road exit off the Ventura Hwy 101 Freeway)

818-597-8020
Fax: 597-8070

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-4

Seed Beads, Crystal, Semi-precious, Metal Art Clay, Lampwork Supplies, Vintage Beads, Books, African Art and Beads, Custom Work, Bead Parties, Repairs, Classes in everything.

Listed since May 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 9/3/07

Beadie Nut Hut

610-18th Street
Bakersfield,  (CA) 93301

661-324-0975
Fax: 324-0974

Hours: Mon-Fri 11-5, Sat 12-4

For those of you 'Simply Nuts About Beads'! Not just a bead store. It's an ADDICTION! It shows through a wonderful collection of beads!

Listed since Jun 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 5/3/05

Beading Around The Bush

126 East E Street
Benicia,  (CA) 94510 - City Location Map

(at Benicia Garden and Nursery)

707-747-9094
Fax: 747-5279

Hours: Mon., Wed-Sun. 10-5, Closed Tue

Satisfy your passion for beading and gardening in this one of a kind shop in old town Benicia, famous for its glassblowers and historical past.

Listed since Dec 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 4/15/06

Beadline

995 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach,  (CA) 92651 - City Location Map

(on the Pacific Coast Highway)

949-494-3262
Fax: 494-0378

Great selection but we've heard that the service could be better.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/29/07

Beadmakers of North County

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

413 West Grand Avenue
Escondido,  (CA) 92025 - City Location Map

760-294-8173

Hours: Tue-Sat 11-3

Lampwork beads and studio time rental. Check website for class schedule.

Listed since Mar 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 3/26/08
(New when listed)

Beadniks Santa Monica

203 Arizona Ave
Santa Monica,  (CA) 90401 - City Location Map

(corner 2nd st and arizona - one block from 3rd st promenade)

310-395-0033
Fax: 395-0035

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 12-6

2000 sq ft of beads and exotic treasures from around the world. An activity store! Parties, family fun and classes for all ages.

Listed since Oct 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 5/28/08
(New when listed)

Beads  (GTB Sponsor)

  ACCURACY ALERT: This store has re-opened after suffering a fire in April 2007.

137 East De La Guerra - Directions (from any location)
Santa Barbara,  (CA) 93101 - Exact store location map

805-966-1138
Fax: 966-3175

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6

Home of the Moondrops. Specializing in the better beads in glass, silver, gems and gold.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 5/24/08

Beads 'n Things

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

100 Santa Rosa Avenue
P.O. Box 1789
Pacifica,  (CA) 94044 - City Location Map

(Corner of Palmetto and Santa Rosa)

415-355-0367

Good variety, not large quantities; beads range from unusual glass beads to semi-precious to plastic beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 2/24/03

Beads and More

4150 Mission Boulevard, Suite 111
San Diego,  (CA) 92109 - City Location Map

858-483-4190
Fax: 483-0607

Large selection of beads. They also sell individual gemstones for small projects that don't need a full strand. Classes available.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 7/12/05

Beads and Rocks

2486 Channing Way
Berkeley,  (CA) 94704 - City Location Map

(one half block downhill from Telegraph Ave)

510-981-1947

Hours: 12-6 most days, sometimes later

We are BACK! The same great mix of beads and beading supplies and wonderful and varied minerals and rocks plus great lampworking supplies. Come visit!!

Listed since circa 1996 (by the store).
Last update: 11/20/06

Beads and Treasures

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store has moved about a mile away to Pacific St. in Rocklin. Same owner.

4800 Granite Drive, B-7
Rocklin,  (CA) 95677 - City Location Map

(Rocklin Rd Exit - right on Granite Drive - in shopping center on left)

916-624-2323

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5

Seed beads, glass beads, findings including sterling, and tools. Good selection, good prices. Classes and Parties. The owner is helpful and friendly. Advice and discounts.

Listed since Aug 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/17/07

Beads and Trims

  ACCURACY ALERT: The e-mail address for this store was not working as of the last update.

741 MAPLE AVE
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-689-1000
Fax: 689-1460

Hours: Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun Closed

GLASS, BONE, SEMI PRECIOUS, CRYSTALS, PLASTIC, AFRICIAN, AND MUCH MORE BEADS WE HAVE ALMOST 1,500 DIFFERENT KIND OF BEADS. FINDING, TRIMS, BUTTONS, BUCKELS and CLOSEOUTS.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/9/07

Beads Back on Main

859 Main Street
Morro Bay,  (CA) 93442 - City Location Map

805-772-5734
Fax: 772-8596

Hours: Daily 10-5

We special is dichroic glass beads and fused pendants.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/20/07

Beads Beads

949 N. Tustin St.
Orange,  (CA) 92867 - City Location Map

714-639-1611
Fax: 639-1479

One of Southern California's oldest and most respected bead shops. We offer a large selection of beads, gems and do-it-yourself craft and jewelry supplies.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 9/4/06

Beads by the Bay

333 Morro Bay Blvd.
Morro Bay,  (CA) 93442 - City Location Map

(Across from Bank of America - between Main and Monterey)

805-772-3338
Fax: same

Hours: Sun 11-5, Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-6

Stone, glass, pearl, shell, trade beads, seed beads, findings, gemstone and handmade glass pendants, rocks and crystals, classes, repairs, garden - all in small Morro Bay!

Listed since Nov 2007 (by the store).

Beads Crystals and More

967 S Coast Highway 101 # 105
Encinitas,  (CA) 92024 - City Location Map

760-942-5222

Large selection of beads, supplies and crystals with a helpful and friendly staff.

Listed since Jun 2003 (by a customer).
No updates since then

BEADS ETC

4000 LAKE TAHOE BLVD
THE VILLAGE CENTER
South Lake Tahoe,  (CA) 96150 - City Location Map

530-544-1323
Fax: 530-573-1707

Hours: DAILY 10-7

LARGE SELECTION OF BEADS AND SUPPLIES. IN BUSINESS SINCE 1987, ALONG WITH OUR RENO STORE OUR INVENTORY HAS TO AMOUNG THE LARGEST IN CALIFORNIA.

Listed since Jul 2004 (by the store).
No updates since then

BEADS ETC.

80 W Bullard #106
Clovis,  (CA) 93612 - City Location Map

(SW CORNER OF BULLARD and MINNEWAWA)

559-297-8526
Fax: same

Hours: Mon-Fri 11-6, Sat 11-4, Sun Closed

Full supply bead store offering you a great selections Swarovski Crystals, Gemstones, Firepolish, Unique Beads and Findings. Great inspiration and great classes.

Listed since Apr 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 2/5/08

Beads for YOU

(no address provided)
Fresno,  (CA) 93728

559-434-5994

Hours: by appointment only

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/3/06

Beads N Things (aka Peninsula Bead and Supply)

5166A Moorpark Avenue
at Lawrence Expressway
San Jose,  (CA) 95129 - City Location Map

408-253-6434
408-253-1928
Fax: 253-6652

Hours: Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat 11-6, Sun 12-5

Austrian crystal, horn, bone, metal beads and findings, listed in Ornament magazine. 'These folks have the lowest prices and the largest selection. One stop shop'.

Listed since circa 1996 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/28/02

Beads of Bali

1456 California Street
San Francisco,  (CA) 94109 - City Location Map

415-409-2254

Hours: Tue-Sat 11-6, Sun 11-5

Specialists in premium quality Bali sterling silver beads and findings, huge selection of Indonesian lampwork glass beads, batik wood beads, bone beads, ojime, and more.

Listed since Mar 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 9/11/06

Beads of Contentment

1028 J Street
Downtown
Modesto,  (CA) 95354 - City Location Map

209-523-6335

A bead shop and workspace, informal instruction available. Great selection. Semi-precious, fresh water pearls, glass, bone, shell, horn, precious metals, Swarovski crystal, ethnic and collectible.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/24/08

Beads of Marin

8 Locust Ave.
Mill Valley,  (CA) 94941 - City Location Map

415-381-4364
Fax: 381-4374

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 - 6, Sun 11 - 5

Service-oriented, semi-precious, exotic and unique collector beads from around the world. Over 300 Bali silver designs. Classes, design, repair and party services, comfortable work area.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 5/3/05

BEADS OF PARADISE

13451 VENTURA BLVD
Sherman Oaks,  (CA) 91423 - City Location Map

818-907-7719
Fax: 805-648-6209

Hours: Mon-Thu 11-7, closed Tue, Fri-Sat 11-6, Sun 12-5

huge selection of semi precious, silver pendant and findings, crystal,glass and many unique items. endless. Staff is helpful and friendly! Classes are offered on Sundays.

Listed since Nov 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 7/2/05

Beads of Paradise

1792-C Callens Rd.
Ventura,  (CA) 93001 - City Location Map

805-642-5050
Fax: 805-943-9997

Hours: Tue-Sat 11-6, Sun 12-4

This is a unique store with many different and unusual items. Glass, semi-precious, silver, and different metals. There are finish products and many gift items.

Listed since Nov 2004 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/4/05

Beads On Main

313 Main Street
Historic Downtown Vacaville
Vacaville,  (CA) 95688 - City Location Map

707-446-1014

Hours: Tue-Thu 10-6, Fri 10-5, Sat 9-5, Sun Closed

Unique beads and adornments from around the world, tools and supplies, classes and parties,Swarovski crystals, Czech glass, handcrafted jewelry by local artists.

Listed since Jul 2006 (by a customer).
(New when listed)

beads plus

832 w ben holt dr
Lincoln Center
Stockton,  (CA) 95207 - City Location Map

209-956-1000

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-7, Sun 12-5

Lots of seed beads, strands, and loose beads. Work table available. Classes for beadweaving, stringing, and wireworking. Thursday night is bead group, just bring your project.

Listed since Aug 2002 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/23/04

Beads To You

(no address provided)
Kings Beach,  (CA) 96143

530-546-3546

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-2

Furnace Art Glass beads, swarovski crystals, vintage bavarian pressed glass crystal beads, lampwork, czech glass, sterling silver and FREE SHIPPING in the US and Canada. Great service.

Listed since Aug 2004 (by a customer).
Last update: 5/3/05
(New when listed)

BEADS U NEED

640 S HILL ST, SUITE # 254
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

(ST VINCENT JEWELRY PLAZA # 3)

213-622-9821

Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-5:30, Sat 9:30-3

Listed since May 2007 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/3/07

Beads Unique

308 Roberts Lane
Bakersfield,  (CA) 93308 - City Location Map

805-399-6523
Fax: 393-8432

Seed beads, cut beads, gemstones, crystal, bone, horn, glass, tools, findings, books.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Beads-N-Stuff

1372 S. State Street
Ukiah,  (CA) 95482 - City Location Map

707-462-9210

Silver charms, findings, beads (most Japanese) and locally made jewelry and gifts.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

BEADS/Stone Art

  ACCURACY ALERT: The e-mail address for this store was not working as of the last update.

4383 Tujunga Ave. #D
Studio City,  (CA) 91604 - City Location Map

(Village Store Center #134 - go So. Laurel Canyon - east Moorpark - right Tujunga Ave)

8l8-763-1926
Fax: same

Hours: Daily 1-6

Gemstones, crystal, Czech leaves/flowers, tools, working on expansion of silver and g.f. findings. Still stocking but come over to buy and/or browse.

Listed since Feb 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 1/17/08
(New when listed)

BeadTime

4572 Telephone Rd. #915
Ventura,  (CA) 93003 - City Location Map

805-658-6323
Fax: 805-289-1499

Hours: Tue-Fri 11-6, Sat 11-5

We've hand selected an extraordinary collection of stone, pearls silver and glass for your beading pleasure. Personal service, classes and always a place to play!

Listed since Mar 2001 (by the store).
Last update: 3/9/07

Beadtopia

319 Richmond St.
El Segundo,  (CA) 90245 - City Location Map

310-322-0077
Fax: 322-0099

Hours: Mon-Fri 11-5, Wed-Thu til 7, Sat 10-4, Sun Closed

Bigger location and low discount pricing open to the public. No need to go to a bead show. Full service bead store with friendly service.

Listed since Dec 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 10/16/06
(New when listed)

Beadworks

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

5724 E. Los Angeles Avenue
Simi Valley,  (CA) 93063 - City Location Map

805-584-6909

Huge selection of Czech glass.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/11/02

Beadz

  ACCURACY ALERT: This store is moving to Cottage Craft Boutique at 14458 Union Avenue in San Jose as of the last update.

2063 Camden Avenue
San Jose,  (CA) 95124 - City Location Map

(In Camden Park Shopping Center at Camden and Union)

408-626-0184

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-6

Full-service bead store. Czech and Chinese glass, Swarovski crystal, ceramic and stone beads, tools and findings to create jewelry. Classes from novice to advanced beader.

Listed since Feb 2004 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/30/07

Beauty and the Beads

9172 Greenback Ln
Orangevale,  (CA) 95662 - City Location Map

916-987-1787

Crystal, loose semi-precious, helpful staff, good selection of packing boxes and wire.

Listed since Mar 2004 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Bell Tower Beads Plus

413 Main St.
Placerville,  (CA) 95667 - City Location Map

530-642-BEAD (2323)

Owned and operated by Lisa Jones, who is very bead savvy collector and stringer. Store has great stuff, expanding constantly. Full-service bead shop with classes.

Listed since Oct 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Bella Bead Boutique

6640 N. Blackstone 103A
Fresno,  (CA) 93710 - City Location Map

(near southeast corner of Herndon)

559-447-0400
Fax: 447-0414

Hours: open Sun

Wonderful selection of everything. Very friendly staff. Classes. Good selection of faceted FP, seed beads, gemstones, pearls and Swarovski.

Listed since Apr 2006 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/7/06

Ben Franklin Crafts

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

961 Dana Drive
Redding,  (CA) 96003 - City Location Map

530-221-8313
Fax: 221-8387

They have less 'crafty' items and more frames and such.

Listed since circa 1996 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/1/04

Ben Lomond Bead Nook

9530 Hwy 9
Ben Lomond,  (CA) 95005 - City Location Map

(10-15 minutes from Santa Cruz up Hwy 9 - across from Coffee 9)

831-336-2323

Hours: Tue-Sun 11-6

Cute bead store. Owned by mother and daughter, nestled in Santa Cruz mountains. Wide variety: glass beads, thai silver, gemstones, findings, naturals. Friendly, helpful atmosphere.

Listed since Dec 2005 (by the store).
No updates since then
(New when listed)

Berger Specialty Co Inc

413 E. 8th Street
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

(Just off the corner of 8th and Maple Streets)

213-627-8785
Fax: 680-9743

Hours: Mon-Fri only, 9-4:30

Barry Rubin, President - V/MC - Unique, unusual, common beads, bugles, pearls, jewels, rhinestones, etc.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/7/06

Bijoux Collections

19562 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 215
Tarzana,  (CA) 91356 - City Location Map

818-344-3110
Fax: 344-2147

Beads and pearls.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Binkley's Arc

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store is closed.

2202 Lincoln Avenue
San Jose,  (CA) 95125 - City Location Map

408-269-7773

Jewelry and Lapidary Supplies and Equipment, Jewelry Repairs and Creation, Gifts, Findings, Metal Detectors.

Listed since circa 1996 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/23/02

Black Market Minerals

One Mills Cr. #216
Ontario,  (CA) 91764 - City Location Map

909-481-4660

Hours: Mon-Sat, 10-9:30, Sun 10-8

Wide assortment of gemstone, glass, bone and sterling silver beads, for making your own jewelry. Call store for class schedule.

Listed since Nov 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/3/06

Bohemian Crystal

812 S. Maple Street
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-627-9553
Fax: 627-6991

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-4, Sat 8-1

V/MC/AmEx - Jewels, rhinestones, Swarovski crystal distributor, plastic beads, findings, ethnic beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/1/04

BOSS BEADS

1612 TULLY ROAD
Modesto,  (CA) 95350 - City Location Map

209-579-BOSS
Fax: 209-527-2116

Hours: MON-THU 11-6, FRI 11-7, SAT 11-6, CLOSED SUN

SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL, GLASS BEADS, STERLING SILVER AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. GREAT PRICES, HUGE SELECTION. ONE STOP BEAD STORE. THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE IN THE VALLEY.

Listed since Apr 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 12/10/05

Bovis Bead Company

P.O. Box 12626
San Diego,  (CA) 92112-3626

619-696-0338

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Brea Bead Works

1027 E. Imperial Hwy Unit D5
Brea,  (CA) 92821 - City Location Map

714-671-9976
Fax: 671-7941

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5

Full-service bead store and hot glass studio with friendly and helpful staff. Large selection of beads, gemstones and workshops. Workshops weekly and Studio Rental available.

Listed since Nov 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 3/9/08

Bruna Ferrari Bead

808 S Cecilia St
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

(near the intersection of 8th and Maple)

213-622-2988
Fax: 622-1610

Hours: Mon-Fri 930-5, Sat 10-4

Swarovski Crystal, Freshwater Pearls, Semi-Precious Stone, Sterling Silver/Gold Filled Findings and Chain.

Listed since Dec 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 8/8/07

Bwanacon

P.O. Box 2795
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90294

310-396-4403
Fax: same

African beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
No updates since then

BYZANTIUM

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that the phone number for this store is not working as of the last update.

2607 Congress Street
San Diego,  (CA) 92110 - City Location Map

619-497-1848

Hours: Tue-Sat 10-5:30, Sun-Mon 12-5

Vintage / Ethinic / Unusual beads / componts etc. Also Jewelry / Clothing / Folk art / Old sari borders.

Listed since Jul 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 10/18/05

California Collection

607 S. Hill St # 844
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-489-1076
Fax: 489-1077

Hours: Daily 11-5

Semi Precious and Precious Beads and Briolets.

Listed since Sep 2007 (by the store).

CAMBRIA BEADS - BEST LITTLE BEAD STORE

784 Main St.
Cambria,  (CA) 93428 - City Location Map

(NORTH END - OR 'WEST VILLAGE')

805-927-9907

Hours: Call for hours, Tue-Wed Closed

A complete bead store, with a variety of glass, pearls, gemstones, wood, bone beads. Also a complete stock of findings, and a helpful, knowlegeable staff.

Listed since Aug 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 12/12/07

Cederquist Art Glass

10456 S. De Wolf Avenue
(near Rockwell Pond)
Selma,  (CA) 93662-9415

559-896-5788

Hours: by a