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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

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 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

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

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

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

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).

House of Gems

607 South Hill St. Suite# PL-02
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014

213-624-6280
Fax: 877-436-7112
Toll Free: 877-436-7123

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE and PHONE ORDERS ONLY

Listed since Sep 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 1/2/06

LUCKY PEARLS and GEMS INC

417 W 7th St
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-623-6628
Fax: 623-5968

HONG KONG GEMSTONE FACTORY SPECIALIZING IN FRESH WATER PEARLS, CHINESE TURQUOISE, FACETTED BEADS, CAT'S EYE, SEMI-PRECIOUS STONE BEADS, BRACELETS, CARVINGS, GLOBES, CABACHONS. MAIN SHOWROOM IN NEW YORK.

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

Precious Creations Inc

640 South Hill Street, A-25
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-623-8381

Hours: Mon-Sat 10:30 to 5:30

We specialize in good quality precious and Semi-precious beads, with manufacturing facility in India and China, we take custom orders

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

Prijems, Inc.

631 S. Olive Street, Suite 810
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90014 - City Location Map

213-489-1234
Fax: 489-1235

Beads, faceted gems, pearls.

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

Kali Clothing Co.

  ACCURACY ALERT: The phone numbers for this store are disconnected so it may be closed.

117 West 9th Street, #612
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90015 - City Location Map

213-683-0980
Fax: 682-1267

Good selection and prices.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/25/02

KMB Corp.

1233 S. Main Street
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90015 - City Location Map

213-746-5333
Fax: 746-6222

Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-4:30, Sat-Sun Closed

Plated metals, plastic, glass, semi-precious stones, pearls, corals, heishi beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/17/05

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

Wahine Beads

8877 Venice Blvd.
Across from Helms Bakery
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90034 - City Location Map

310-841-2988

Hours: Mon-Thu 11-6, Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 12-4

Fun and relaxing jewelry classes. Custom jewelry design. Specialize in semi-precious stones and shells.

Listed since Aug 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 12/12/07
(New when listed)

The Name Game

1221 S. Smithwood Dr.
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90035 - City Location Map

800-996-NAME (6263)

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5 PST

Wooden letter and symbol beads, English, Greek and Hebrew.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 5/17/04

Sweet Beads

7763 1/2 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90036 - City Location Map

323-933-7922

Hours: Wed-Sat 10-5:30

Very friendly store, nice selection with great prices...beads, findings, silver, semi-precious, rhinestones. Wonderful owners are always willing answer 'how-to' questions. Classes available.

Listed since Nov 2002 (by a customer).
Last update: 5/7/07

Drammeh Brothers

6632 Lexington Avenue, #103
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90038 - City Location Map

213-460-4325
Fax: 460-6101

Glass and venetian beads.

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

Gambian Imports

6632 Lexington Avenue
P.O. Box 88
Hollywood,  (CA) 90038 - City Location Map

213-871-0308
or 467-2032

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

King's Road Beads, Inc.

309 North Kings Rd.
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90048 - City Location Map

323-782-0209
Fax: 782-0030

Amazing selection of beads, pearls, findings, stringing materials, anything you can possibly need to bead. Nice prices. Friendly, helpful people.

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

Klein's Bead Box

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

309 N. Kings Road
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90048 - City Location Map

213-651-3595
Fax: 818-342-3940

No phone orders - Sequins, pearls, rhinestones, trims, jewels, semi-precious, and jewelry findings.

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

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

Nimaga African Import

P.O. Box 93342
Los Angeles,  (CA) 90093

(near sunset and santa monica and highland ave)

323-243-3809
Fax: 270-912-4268

Hours: Appoinment only, anytime (365 days) call or email first

by APPOINTMENT ONLY - old african trade bead only. welcome to African Village bead gallery. you have come to right place if you looking for old venetian trade bead.

Listed since Nov 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 4/3/07
(New when listed)

Winagura Co.

10606 Venice Boulevard
Culver City,  (CA) 90230

310-559-0366

Hours: By appointment, call first

Founding members of The Bead Society. They carry all kinds of beads including gold, silver, semi-precious stone, glass, rhinestones, and more.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 1/31/03

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)

The Bead Studio's Decotage  (GTB Sponsor)

1704 S. Catalina Ave.
Riviera Village - Directions (from any location)
Redondo Beach,  (CA) 90277 - Exact store location map

310-316-7700

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

Unique handcrafted jewelry, designed and created by local South Bay Artisans and a stunning selection of the Worlds finest beads, gemstones, pearls, silver and gold!

Listed since Sep 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 12/22/07

The Bead Studio  (GTB Sponsor)

2008 Artesia Blvd
next door to Stat's - Directions (from any location)
Redondo Beach,  (CA) 90278 - Exact store location map

310-372-2504
Fax: 372-2506

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

Semi-precious stones, vintage German glass, Czech glass, seed beads, silver and gold findings, chains, pendants, shells, carvings. Tools and supplies. Classes. Enthusiastic and accomplished teachers.

Listed since Jun 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 6/5/08

The Mandrel

553 Mary Ann Drive
Redondo Beach,  (CA) 90278 - City Location Map

(190th Street and Anza across the street from the 99 cent Store and behind the bike shop)

310-413-9789

Hours: Wed-Fri 11-6, Sun 12-5

Glass beadmaking studio and supply... glass beadmaking classes, artisan made lampwork (glass) beads.

Listed since Aug 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 9/10/06
(New when listed)

The Goddess Studio Boutique

1507 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice,  (CA) 90291 - City Location Map

310-314-1494
Fax: 310-313-1374

Beautiful little bead store in Venice. Classes and workshops, outdoor gatherings, "Bead and Breakfast" the first Sunday of the month, 10am - noon.

Listed since Dec 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/4/07

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

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)

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

Home Baked Beads

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that the address for this store is incorrect.

1824 12th Street
Santa Monica,  (CA) 90404 - City Location Map

(no phone # provided)

Glass beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 4/17/02

Ritual Adornments

2708-A Main Street
Santa Monica,  (CA) 90405 - City Location Map

310-452-4044

Hours: Daily 11-6

Semi-precious, ethnic, African trade, pipes, metals, Czech and vintage crystal and glass, sterling and base metal charms, findings, fimo, hand-blown glass, Japanese seed beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 11/15/05

The Bead Chest

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

P.O. Box 3150
Santa Monica,  (CA) 90408

(no phone # provided)

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE ONLY - We offer a wide selection of authentic African trade beads, glass lampwork, and Afghani jewelry.

Listed since Apr 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 8/3/07

Eye of the Beholder

3304 W. Sepulveda Blvd Suite 5
Torrance,  (CA) 90505 - City Location Map

310-517-1895

Wearable art, jewelry and classes in weaving and wire wrapping.

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

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).

Jewelart

11408 E. South Street
Cerritos,  (CA) 90701 - City Location Map

800-244-1695

Hours: Mon - Sat 10 - 6, Closed Sun

Owner: Pratima Gandhi - Nice selection of beads and offers classes.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/25/03

Chic Beads

10678 Los Alamitos Blvd.
Los Alamitos,  (CA) 90720 - City Location Map

562-431-6332
Fax: 431-6125

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

Chic Beads offers a friendly, helpful staff. Has a wide variety of semi precious stones, quality findings and dazzling beads.

Listed since Jan 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 5/3/05

Pudgy Beads

1150 East Wardlow Rd
Long Beach,  (CA) 90807 - City Location Map

562-427-0018

Hours: Tue-Sat 11 to 6

Big selection of vintage beads. Our 2,000 square-feet store offers a complete selection of Swarovski crystal, Sterling silver, Semi-precious, Delicas and bead stringing supplies. Classes available.

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

Ruby Tuesday Bead Company

398 Ximeno Ave.
Long Beach,  (CA) 90814 - City Location Map

562-433-9393

Hours: Tue-Fri 11-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5

Fantastic Selection of Glass Strands, freshwater pearls, Vintage, Bali, Miyuki beads, Austrian Crystal, Silver and Gold Filled Chain and Finding, and Gemstone strands and Pendants.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/2/05

San Gabriel Bead Company

325 E. Live Oak Ave.
Arcadia,  (CA) 91006 - City Location Map

626-447-7753
Fax: 447-7455

Hours: Tue-Fri 12-9, Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5

Czech and Japanese seeds, Swarvoski, Miyuki Delicas, Vintage beads and crystals, charms, Bali and Thai silver, gourds, books, findings. Workshops in design and glass beadmaking.

Listed since Jan 2001 (by the store).
Last update: 4/12/08

Raven Quality Crystal

9026 Hillrose St
(off Foothill)
Sunland,  (CA) 91040 - City Location Map

818-640-2474

Hours: 9 to 5 - PHONE ORDERS, NET ORDERS OR BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

We specialize in all things Swarovski!! Every shape, size and color that Swarovski offers. We buy direct from the factory so our prices are cheap!

Listed since Dec 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 6/12/06
(New when listed)

Farrin O'Connor Design, Inc.

146 West Bellevue Drive
Pasadena,  (CA) 91105 - City Location Map

(South of 'Old Town' - Between Fairoaks and Pasadena Ave.)

626-796-5300

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

More than the average beadstore: Jewelry making instruction and classes from professional silversmiths and metal artists. Jewelry supply store: big selection; beads, gems, tools, metal.

Listed since Feb 2008 (by the store).
Last update: 6/3/08

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)

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

Lovestone Beads

9911 Topanga Canyon Blvd
(in Starbucks strip mall)
Chatsworth,  (CA) 91311 - City Location Map

818-882-3228
Fax: 818-772-4454

Hours: Mon-Thu 11-6:30, Fri 11-7:30, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-4

One of the Largest Bead Store Chains. They carry a full line of jewelry beads, crystals, semi-precious stones, silver, pearls, findings, tools, accessories and more.

Listed since Apr 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 8/7/06

House of Beads

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

17022 Ventura Blvd.
Encino,  (CA) 91316 - City Location Map

(three blocks west of Balboa - next to Dominos and The Stand)

818-385-0121

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

Precious/semi-precious stones, swarovski crystals, vintage German glass, Czech glass, seed beads, silver/gold findings, Thai Hill tribe silver, chains, shells, beading books, tools and supplies.

Listed since Dec 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 5/19/08
(New when listed)

Creative Castle

2321 Michael Drive
Newbury Park,  (CA) 91320 - City Location Map

805-499-1377
Fax: 805-499-7923

Hours: Mon Closed, Tue-Wed 9-6, Thu 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5

Beads - seed, vintage glass, czech glass, metal, fimo and lampwork. Charms, sterling and gold-filled wire, chain and findings. Swarovski crystal, semi-precious stones, kits, classes and books.

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

Gifts and Beads

  ACCURACY ALERT: We've received word that this store has closed or moved.

9679 Reseda Blvd.
Northridge,  (CA) 91324 - City Location Map

818-718-2840
Fax: 818-830-9401

Hours: Mon-Sat 9-6

Crystals, Glass, Ceramics, Pearls, Semi-precious Stones, Findings, Silver and Much More.

Listed since Nov 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 3/10/07

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

Standing Bear's Trading Post

7624 Tampa Avenue
Reseda,  (CA) 91335 - City Location Map

(just north of the 7 -11 at the corner of Tampa and Saticoy - directly between the 101 and 118 freeways Tampa exit)

818-342-9120
Fax: 818-342-9120

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 - 6

Leather and Native American Craft Store. Glass beads, pony beads, seed beads, looms, thread needles and other kits and supplies for beading and leathercraft.

Listed since Aug 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/2/05

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

LOVESTONE BEADS

17730 CHATSWORTH STREET
Granada Hills,  (CA) 91344 - City Location Map

(1 block east of Zelzah on south side of street just past Jack-in-the-Box)

818-363-8232

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Thu til 7:30, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4

1,400 sq.ft STORE OPENED IN NOV. 04. UNIQUE ASSORTMENT OF SEMI-PRECIOUS, SWAROVSKI, STERLING/GOLD-FILLED BEADS and FINDINGS. CLASSES, PARTIES, BRIDAL DESIGNING. NICE ATMOSPHERE/PEOPLE.

Listed since Apr 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 8/2/05
(New when listed)

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

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

Jewelart

19201 Ventura Blvd
Tarzana,  (CA) 91356 - City Location Map

818-996-2323

Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30-6

Large selection of seed beads, rhinestones, pearls, and findings.

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

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-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

The Bead Lounge

4873 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Woodland Hills,  (CA) 91364 - City Location Map

(South of Ventura near Dumetz)

818-704-5656
Fax: 704-8194

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

The Bead Bar changed its name. Still the same great store. Great selection of beads, charms, chains and more. Staff is extremely helpful and talented.

Listed since Apr 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 1/14/08
(New when listed)

Crown Beads and Jewelry

4454 Van Nuys Blvd., #106
Sherman Oaks,  (CA) 91403 - City Location Map

818-783-7834
Fax: 783-7370

Beads, sequins, pearls, rhinestones, jewels. This bead store carries a wide variety of beads, crystals, jewelry making supplies, etc... Very good prices.

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

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/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)

Silver Skys International

6428 Bellingham Ave.
North Hollywood,  (CA) 91606 - City Location Map

818-980-6038

Strings of semi-precious stone chips and round beads, bulk findings, and spacer beads as well as wood, plastic and glass beads. Great service, and prices.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/22/07

Gems Stone of Africa

13825 Susquehanna Ave.
Baldwin Park,  (CA) 91706 - City Location Map

626-376-8829

Hours: Daily 10-6

We carry all kinds of semi-precious stones. Visit our website to check out the newest items. Discount pricing.

Listed since Aug 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 7/12/07

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 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)

International Glass and Bead Company

530 West First Street
Claremont,  (CA) 91711 - City Location Map

909-626-0877
Fax: 625-4609

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

Semi-precious stones, crystal, hand-blown glass, venetian, silver, gold, findings.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/24/07

OCB Trading Post

657 E. Arrow Highway, #M
Glendora,  (CA) 91740 - City Location Map

(210 Fwy, off at Sunflower. S to Arrow Hwy, turn right - one and a half blocks on right)

626-914-0306
Fax: 914-1837

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

American Indian beadwork classes (not jewelry) Thurs - Sat, full American Indian trading post including jewelry, books, beadwork, more!

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/2/05

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

Ruth Rae Jewelry Workshops

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

909-481-4660

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

Learning how to make your own Jewelry! I teach wire jewelry classes at Black market minerals, My current class schedule is posted on my website.

Listed since Nov 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 3/3/06

The California Collection

311 S. San Marine Avenue
San Gabriel,  (CA) 91776 - City Location Map

818-572-4733

Sterling silver, precious stones, semi-precious stones, lampwork glass, metal and pearl beads.

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

Jewelry Findings and Gifts

9459 Las Tunas Drive
Temple City,  (CA) 91780 - City Location Map

626-451-5849
Fax: 626-582-8657

Hours: Mon-Sat 11 - 7

Swarovski Beads Distributor, Pearls Importer, Semi-Precious Beads, Japanese Seed Beads, Findings, Tools, Stringings, Gift Boxes. Free Classes Offered!!

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

The Garden of Beaden

313 N. 2nd Ave. Suite J
Upland,  (CA) 91786 - City Location Map

909-949-7107

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

Full service store. A large assortment of collectible beads. Specializing in vintage beads and crystals. Charms, books, seed beads, sterling and more. Year round classes.

Listed since Apr 2002 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/3/08

Crystal Beads and Art

(no address provided)
Alhambra,  (CA) 91803

(no phone # provided)

Hours: Mon-Fri 9 - 7:30, Sat-Sun 10 - 6:30

Coming soon as of Oct 2004.

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

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).

The Bouncing Bead

8323 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa,  (CA) 91941 - City Location Map

(Two blocks east of Spring Street)

619-460-2323

Hours: Mon-Fri 11-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-4

We have a very large selection of Swarovski, czech glass and semi-precious stones. We offer a wide variety of classes and all your beading needs.

Listed since Aug 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 12/27/06
(New when listed)

General Bead

317 National City Blvd
National City,  (CA) 91950 - City Location Map

(at San Diego end of the Mile of Cars)

619-336-0100
Fax: 336-0152

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

San Diego's oldest bead store with over 20,000 different products.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 11/16/06

Eye of the Dragon Fly

P.O. Box 1666
Spring Valley,  (CA) 91979-1666

619-670-8504

Glass beads, jewelry.

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

EQUATORIA

2658 Del Mar Heights Road
P.O. Box 225
Del Mar,  (CA) 92014

800-995-9188
Fax: 858-755-9080

Hours: N/A

MAIL ORDER ONLY - Fine replicas of antique and vintage findings, folk artifacts and rosary findings in antiqued silver and bronze. Custom casting. Vintage rosary findings.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 11/4/05

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

Heather Trimlett Studio

12548 Melrose Place
El Cajon,  (CA) 92021

619-561-9168

Hours: by Appointment Only

Specializing in lampworked beads. Available by appointment only. Please visit the website for show and class listings.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/6/08

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

Pearlwear Beads and Creations

320 N. Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas,  (CA) 92024 - City Location Map

(Off Leucadia Blvd on Highway 101)

760-943-7436
Fax: 943-7430

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5

Listed since Mar 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 7/4/06

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)

Creative Handcrafts

2200 S. Escondido Boulevard
Escondido,  (CA) 92025 - City Location Map

760-747-5570
Fax: 747-5770

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/8/05

Indian Store

338 W El Norte Pkwy # C
Escondido,  (CA) 92026 - City Location Map

760-746-1303
Fax: 746-1532

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

Mountain Beadworks

4470 Highway 78
P.O. Box 759
Julian,  (CA) 92036 - City Location Map

(Three miles west of Julian - Next to Orfila Wine Tasting Room)

760-765-3100

Hours: Thu-Mon 10-5ish

We are a candy store for beaders!

Listed since Jan 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 4/10/08
(New when listed)

Fogel's

1128 Wall Street
La Jolla,  (CA) 92037 - City Location Map

619-456-2696

Specialize in antique, European, glass beads.

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

Euro Bead

P.O. Box 12112
La Jolla,  (CA) 92039

(no phone provided)

Crystal beads, importers, crystal and costume jewelry. No phone, no street address, must be mail order...

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

Ocean Sky Beads and Glass

605 Mission Ave
Oceanside,  (CA) 92054 - City Location Map

(5 blocks east of the Oceanside Pier and beach)

760-757-3992
Fax: 757-4048

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

Unique selection of gemstones, silver, seed beads, glass, and tools. Frequent Buyer club discounts, classes and walk-ins, dichroic glass and wire wrap, designers

Listed since Aug 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 3/14/07

Kristine's Creations

(no address provided)
Oceanside,  (CA) 92057

619-995-5185

Hours: 24/7 online (Can make arrangement for pickup in person)

ONLINE ONLY - A variety of beads and crystals uniquely designed for necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Complete sets are also sold as a package deal.

Listed since Jan 2008 (by the store).
Last update: 5/9/08

Oskadusa

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

243 north Highway 101 #6
Solana Beach,  (CA) 92075 - City Location Map

(across from the train station)

858-755-2323
Fax: 481-6410

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-4

Fun shop, Stuffed! Fabulous Vintage Glass, Raku, Crystals, Ethnic, Sterling, Semiprecious, Turquoise, zillions of Pearls. Also Paper Arts, Rubberstamps. Designer and bulk discounts. Wonderful Workshops.

Listed since Oct 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 10/7/06

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

Kahn-Fagan

P.O. Box 892
San Marcos,  (CA) 92079-0892

760-798-1906

Hours: Shows Only

Specializing in Lampwork and Pressed Glass Beads. Trade Shows, BABE show etc. Please send email for info about Show Schedule, Ticket Promotions etc.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 2/4/06

Glasscapes

3340 Calle de las Piedras
Vista,  (CA) 92084 - City Location Map

619-726-0727
800-BBBEADS (222-3237)

Hand made glass beads. Price sheet and samples available. 40% discount for orders over $50.00.

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

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

The Crystal Pendant

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

(no address provided)
San Diego,  (CA) 92103

(no phone # available)
Fax: 619-295-5991

NO REGULAR STORE FRONT - They sell at gem and jewelry shows only - European and Japanese Vintage Beads, Miyuki Delicas, Japanese Seed Beads, Dichroic Glass Beads, Pendants, and Cabochons, American Blown Glass Beads, Imported Glass Beads, Lampwork Beads.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 7/12/07

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)

The Black Bead

5003 Newport Ave.
San Diego,  (CA) 92107-3009 - City Location Map

619-222-2115
Fax: 222-9795

Hours: Mon-Sat 10:30-7, Sun 11-6

Mail Order, no catalog. Everything is behind glass. They have a large variety of beads. Located less than a block from the Pacific Ocean.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 9/27/06

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

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

Gem Mall of San Diego

4030 Sports Arena Blvd.
San Diego,  (CA) 92110 - City Location Map

619-523-8940
Fax: same

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 12-5

Wide selection, membership discounts, tools, classes.

Listed since Oct 2004 (by a customer).
Last update: 11/10/07
(New when listed)

Lost Cities  (GTB Sponsor)

2802 Juan Street, #14 - Directions (from any location)
San Diego,  (CA) 92110 - Exact store location map

619-692-1114

Hours: Open Every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas
Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5

Exotic Gemstone Beads and Pearls, Clasps, Charms, Pendants and Spacers. Tibetan Turquoise, Coral, Amber and Amulets.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 5/19/08

The Shepherdess

2802 Juan Street
Historical Old Town
San Diego,  (CA) 92110 - City Location Map

619-297-4110
Fax: 297-9897

Hours: Tue-Sun 10-5

Large selection of seed beads, Delicas, Vintage, Crystals, Czech Glass, Yarns, Metalsmithing, Wire Working, Workshops.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 8/26/06

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

Sha-Sha, 'a bead spa', inc.

11689 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite C
San Diego,  (CA) 92121 - City Location Map

(Take Carmel Mountain Road via I-56 bypass near the I-805/I-5 merge - Exit West till end - Right on Sorrento Valley Road - We are a quarter mile on the left side)

858-755-2225
Fax: 755-2269

Hours: Tue-Sat 12-6, Sun 12-5, Mon Closed

Great selection of gemstone, glass beads, findings, and supplies, plus PMC and lampwork supplies and classes. Wonderful, growing full-service bead shop with something for everyone.

Listed since Jul 2005 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/8/07

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)

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

Monica's Quilt and Bead Creations

77-780 Country Club Drive, Suite C and D
Palm Desert,  (CA) 92211 - City Location Map

(South on Washington from freeway - west on Country Club - right at the first light - left at the first intersection in shopping complex - immediate left then right onto driveway to next complex - Monica's is on first corner)

760-772-2400
Fax: 772-2324

Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30, Sun 11-4

Everything you need for jewelry, beadweaving, stringing, wire-wrapping, chain maille, Precious Metal Clay and all things beaded. Expert teachers. Projects range from beginner to expert.

Listed since Jun 2008 (by a customer).
No updates since then

Hacienda Anura Bead Company

72-624 El Paseo Ste B-2
Palm Desert,  (CA) 92260 - City Location Map

760-776-5826

Hours: Wed-Fri 9-7, Sat-Sun 8-5

Listed since Oct 2007 (by a customer).
Last update: 2/5/08

Moonglow Beads and Designs

73-625 Highway 111, Suite "I"
Palm Desert,  (CA) 92260 - City Location Map

760-340-5995

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 - 7

Swarovski crystals, 11/0 seed beads, delicas, triangles, hex beads, lots of vintage, fire polish, semi-precious gemstones and much more. Barbara Nightsky designs. Friendly service!

Listed since Sep 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 6/4/05

Two Spirit Gallery

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

895 N Palm Canyon
Palm Springs,  (CA) 92262 - City Location Map

760-416-3991

Hours: Mon thru Sat 10-5, Sun noon-5

Ethnic and antique beads, many of museum quality. Findings and basic bead supplies. Antiques, art and a large selection of Tibetan and other ethnic artifacts.

Listed since Dec 2001 (by the store).
Last update: 7/2/05

Creative Expressions

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

1111 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs,  (CA) 92264 - City Location Map

760-327-2587
Fax: 760-322-2319

Hours: Mon to Sat 9-5, Sun12-5, Sept to June

Quilting Supplies, Beads and Findings. Complete bead store with classes.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 10/21/06

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

Katherine's Beads and Supplies

22458 Barton Road
Grand Terrace,  (CA) 92313-5009 - City Location Map

909-825-5885
Fax: 875-3568