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AnniesHouse

226 Main St
Library
East Haven,  (CT) 06512 - City Location Map

(no phone # provided)

summer camp, after school program, workshops, classes

Listed since Mar 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 7/2/05
(New when listed)

Art and Soul Gallery/Studio

695 Poquonock Avenue
Windsor,  (CT) 06095 - City Location Map

(I-91 north or south to exit 38 - turn left - right into Crickett Ridge Shops)

860-688-4333

Hours: Mon 11-5, Tue-Sat 10-5

One-of-a-kind jewelry, beads, sterling supplies, Art Clay Silver, fused dichroic glass. Many classes and other creative opportunities to explore the fascinating world of jewelry making.

Listed since Mar 2006 (by the store).
No updates since then
(New when listed)

ATM Precision

94 Taylor Avenue SN
Norwalk,  (CT) ?????

203-853-3970

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

B*Jewel Me

61 Newtown Road
Danbury,  (CT) 06810 - City Location Map

(Plumtrees Plaza - Off of exit 8 on I-84)

203-798-2939

Hours: Mon-Sat 10:30-6 (and until 8 for classes)

Beads sold, unit, strand. Tools, swarovski crystals and findings: sterling, vermeil, gold filled, copper and brass. Beginner/advance classes. Schools: field trips. Girl Scouts: bach here!

Listed since Mar 2008 (by the store).
Last update: 7/4/08

Bea-d-lite

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

1130 Voluntown Rd (Rte 138)
Griswold,  (CT) 06351 - City Location Map

(Exit 85 off Rt 395 - Head East 3.1 mile on the left - Or - ten minutes from RI border Via Rt 165 to Rt 138)

860-376-8884

Hours: Tue-Sat 11-5:30, Thu til 8, Sun 11-3, Mon CLOSED

Delicas, Seeds, Pearls, Swarovski, Czech, Stones, Vintage, Sterling, Gold-filled, and more. Group and Private Classes, Beaders Studio and Library. Rewards Program, Monthly Bead Club, Newsletter.

Listed since Aug 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 3/5/08

Bead Hive of Guilford

1250 Boston Post Road
Guilford,  (CT) 06437 - City Location Map

(The Strawberry Hill Plaza - nearly across the street from Bishop's Orchard Store at the Long Hill Road stop light)

203-453-6681

Wonderful shop formed by group of beaders. Nice collection of beads as well as handmade lampwork beads by one of the partners. Classes and kits.

Listed since Apr 2003 (by a customer).
Last update: 3/30/08
(New when listed)

Bead World LLC

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

1171 Main St
East Hartford,  (CT) 06108 - City Location Map

(intersection Burnside Ave and Main)

860-528-2323
Fax: same

Hours: Tue-Wed 10-6, Thu-Sat 10-4

Handcrafted jewelry, gift items, a full line bead store, beads, findings, books, magazines. Classes, and Parties available.

Listed since Apr 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 7/7/08
(New when listed)

Beadecked Bead Shoppe

35 North Main Street
Southington,  (CT) 06489 - City Location Map

860-276-0475

Hours: Tue-Sat 10-5, Thu til 8, Fri til 6, Sun 12-5

Kazuri Beads East is a Division of Beadecked Bead Shoppe. We are pleased to be an exclusive New England distributor of Kazuri beads.

Listed since Apr 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 4/30/08

Beads and Beyond

29 Railroad Street
P.O. Box 564
Canaan,  (CT) 06018 - City Location Map

(route 7 near Colonial Theatre)

860-824-7674

Hours: Tue-Sat 11-7

We have a variety of beads, jewelry, consignment clothing and movies! Lessons are available by appointment.

Listed since Mar 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 7/11/07
(New when listed)

Beads and More

766 Main Street South
Woodbury,  (CT) 06798 - City Location Map

(Across from Carmen Anthony's Fish House Restaurant - RT 6)

203-263-6673 (More)
Fax: 263-6688

Hours: Wed-Sat 11-5, Sun 11-4, Mon-Tue Closed

Connecticut's premier bead store! Gorgeous Gemstones, Swarovski, Pearls, Kazuri, Czech, Seed, Bali, Hill Tribe, Findings, Tools, Books, Stringing Material and so much more! Classes offered.

Listed since Oct 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 1/10/08
(New when listed)

Beads East

1145 Tolland Turnpike
Manchester,  (CT) 06042 - City Location Map

(In Burr Corners Shopping Center)

860-649-2323
Fax: 860-647-1841

Hours: Tue-Sat 10 - 6, Thu til 8

Full-service store, knowledgable staff, over 4000 sizes and colors of seed beads, Czech, Japanese, pearls and gemstones, full range of books and patterns on site.

Listed since Sep 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 7/8/08

Beads in the Loft

3 Lewis Street
just behind anne klien
Greenwich,  (CT) 06830 - City Location Map

203-861-0086

Hours: Tue-Sat 10-5
(holiday hours) Mon-Sat 10-5, Thu til 6, Sun 12-5

high end beads store specializing in semi precious and precious gemstones, 18k and 22k gold. Finished pieces, custom orders and supplies available.

Listed since Aug 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 3/18/07
(New when listed)

Beads of Paradise

2290 Foxon Rd.
North Branford,  (CT) 06471 - City Location Map

(Near Agway on the opposite side)

203-481-2290
Fax: same

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5, Thu til 8, Sun 12-5

Great selection of swarovski crystal, fresh water pearls and dichroic glass. Beading classes and parties. Spacious store. Work on your project. A helpful, welcoming environment!

Listed since Apr 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 12/19/07

Beadwave Jewelry and Supplies

179A Main Street
Westport,  (CT) 06880 - City Location Map

(Entrance on Parker Harding Plaza - Across from Waterworks - Under Talbots)

203-226-3000

Hours: Tue-Sat 11-5.

Rare/unique gemstone beads and high quality findings to make artisan jewelry. Pull up a stool and work beside the designers in the Beadwave studio anytime!

Listed since Jan 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 9/3/07
(New when listed)

Beadworks Beads and Jewelry Supplies

139 Washington Street (store)
149 Washington Street (mailorder)
Norwalk,  (CT) 06854 - City Location Map

(located in the Historic District - close to the Maritime Aquarium)

203-852-9194 (store)
800-232-3761 (mailorder)
Fax: 800-232-3215

Hours: 24/7 online

Founded 1987 - Packed with an astonishing range of beads, findings and related items. From classic glass beads to glittering gemstone jewels, Beadworks' range is unsurpassed. Catalog $7.95.

Listed since Feb 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 11/7/05

Beadz Boutique

37 Tokeneke Road
Darien,  (CT) 06820 - City Location Map

(North on I95 take exit 12 - left off exit - store 1/4 mile on left)

203-656-3735
Fax: 656-3734

Hours: Mon By Appointment, Tue-Sat 11-5, Sun 12-4

Thousands of beads, semi-precious stones, crystals, ceramic, glass, African and Tibetan beads, findings, clasps, pearls and tools. Beginner and advanced classes, birthday and bridal parties.

Listed since Mar 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 8/14/07
(New when listed)

Buddys Bead Warehouse

570 Hayden Station Road
Windsor,  (CT) 06095 - City Location Map

860-285-0538

Great place! Great prices, fab selection of strands. Semiprecious stone beads, crystals, findings and finished pieces.

Listed since May 2008 (by a customer).

Coastal Silver Imports

P.O. Box 112
Fairfield,  (CT) 06824

203-319-9999
Fax: 203-254-5775
Toll Free: 877-274-5598

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE ONLY - Hill Tribe silver, Bali silver, Sterling silver, Israeli and Thai silver. Beads, pendants, findings. Select semi-precious strands. Featured projects with instruction. Free shipping over $25.

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

ESSENCE of the EARTH

1783 Meriden Waterbury Rd Rt 322
P.O. Box 522
Milldale,  (CT) 06467 - City Location Map

(I-84 Exit 28 - go right - second driveway on left after Showcase Cinema)

860-628-7906

Hours: Mon-Thu 11-5, Fri-Sat 10-5, Sun 11-2

Wirewrapping classes, beading classes call for info. Natural stone beads, Czech glass, Swarovski, #11 and #15 seed beads, beading supplies.

Listed since Jul 2001 (by the store).
Last update: 3/20/06

Femmegems

19a E. Putnam Ave.
Greenwich,  (CT) 06820 - City Location Map

203-861-2531

Design-Your-Own-Jewelry shop that sells all semi-precious and precious stones by the strand. Chunky nuggets of turquoise to teeny briolets of sparkeling amethyst...fabulous selection.

Listed since Feb 2004 (by a customer).
Last update: 6/4/05
(New when listed)

Fyrestorm Creations

(no address provided)
Norwalk,  (CT) 06851

(no phone # provided)

Hours: by appointment

ONLINE and MOBILE ONLY - Handsculpted whimsical beads. Custom orders welcome.

Listed since Feb 2006 (by the store).
Last update: 6/12/06
(New when listed)

Hammered Edge Studio and Gallery

14 Main St
P.O. Box 494
Chester,  (CT) 06412 - City Location Map

(Located in the 'Pink Lady' building - exit 6 off of route 9 south - Turn left - go approximately one mile on route 148 - Right on main - Third building on right)

860-526-1654

Hours: change seasonally - call for current hours.

A collection of jewelry, beads, buttons and world artifacts including textiles, masks and the unusual both new and old. Offering custom design, repairs and classes.

Listed since Sep 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 6/6/08

Harvest Beads and Silver

44 Oak Street
Manchester,  (CT) 06040 - City Location Map

(I-384 exit 3 - go five lights on Main St - right on Oak St - one Block on right)

860-649-2908

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5:30, Thu until 8

Harvest, Established in 1973, is still owner operated on a daily basis, Full line of beads and supplies and Free demonstrations on request.

Listed since Nov 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 4/21/07

Lucinda's LLC

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

55 Poquonock Ave
Windsor,  (CT) 06095 - City Location Map

860-683-2169

Hours: Tue-Fri 10-6, Thu til 8, Sat 10-5, Sun-Mon Closed

Lucinda's carries a wide selection of beads and findings. We also have tools and supplies to meet all your beading needs.

Listed since Mar 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 7/8/08
(New when listed)

Manifest Beads, llc

51 River St
Milford,  (CT) 06460 - City Location Map

203-877-7778

Hours: Mon-Tue 10-5, Wed 11-7, Thu 10-6, Fri-Sat 10-5, Sun Closed

Just moved to a new, larger location. Re-opening in May 2008. Same great classes, same great service, expanded inventory!

Listed since Mar 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 5/1/08
(New when listed)

Mystic Bead

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

690 Wolcott Road, Rte 69
Wolcott,  (CT) 06716 - City Location Map

203-879-1199

Hours: Tue - Fri 10-6, Thu til 7, Sat 10-4

Specializing in Semi-precious stone beads. Ever growing selection of glass beads, findings, charms, pendants and crystals. Unique hand-crafted jewelry. Call for class schedule.

Listed since Feb 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 7/12/07
(New when listed)

Nature's Art

1650 Route 85
Oakdale,  (CT) 06370 - City Location Map

860-443-GEMS

Activity Center, Beading Room, Gift Shop, Minerals and Crystals, Geodes, Cobalt Cafe, Educational Programs. Many unique and unusual items. Wonderful place to take the kids.

Listed since Mar 2008 (by a customer).
Last update: 7/4/08

Pink Cloud Beading Company

63 Unquowa Road
Fairfield,  (CT) 06824 - City Location Map

(at Donnelly Walk - Next to Archie Moore's Restaurant)

203-255-4000
Fax: 255-7001

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

Listed since Dec 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 8/7/06

R Beads

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

424 Rear Main Street
Ridgefield,  (CT) 06877 - City Location Map

203-431-7634
Fax: 431-7637

Hours: Tue-Sat 10-6, Thu til 7, Sun 11-5

Full service bead boutique in the heart of downtown. A dazzling array of beads, handcrafted sterling from Nepal and Thailand, and georgous semi-precious stones. Classes and more.

Listed since Sep 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 8/30/04
(New when listed)

Rejanique Scrapbooking and Beading Supplies

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

40 Norwich Road [Rt. 12]
Central Village,  (CT) 06332 - City Location Map

860-564-2832
Fax: same

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

basic and advanced beading classes, precious and semi-precious stones and beads, stringing supplies, scrapbooking supplies.

Listed since Dec 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 3/5/08

Rock Garden

17 South Main Street
Branford,  (CT) 06405 - City Location Map

203-488-6699

Hours: Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat 10-6

Large selection of charms, beads, gemstone, seed beads, miyuki, czech glass, metal, cords, wire, findings, books, tools, cabachons. Free lessons. Always helpful service. (Several visitors have praised this store highly. --greg).

Listed since Nov 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/2/05

smoky topaz

111 church hill road
Sandy Hook,  (CT) 06472 - City Location Map

203-554-9669

Hours: Wed-Fri 10-6, Sat-Sun 10-3, also by appointment

semi precious stones and strands, hand made jewelry, repairs, parties to learn basic techniques. also open by appointment.

Listed since Jun 2008 (by the store).

Sugarbeads

113 Danbury Road
Ridgefield,  (CT) 06877 - City Location Map

(Park in Kohl's Dept. Store lot - walk up the stairs opposite Kohl's)

203-431-6655
Fax: 431-6653

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

Thousands of beads, classes and parties. Specializing in the unusual. Swarovski crystals, semi-precious, Czech glass, handmade and hand-carved. Also gorgeous finished sterling silver jewelry.

Listed since May 2007 (by the store).
Last update: 4/7/08
(New when listed)

The Bead Bar

80 Main Street
New Canaan,  (CT) 06840 - City Location Map

203-972-1610

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

Dual craft studio - paint your own pottery and beading! Lots of glass,semi-precious stone, horn, bone and african beads!

Listed since May 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 8/14/05

The Beadoir, Inc.

968R Farmington Avenue
R stands for rear
West Hartford,  (CT) 06107 - City Location Map

860-231-8755

Full-service store. Semi-precious stones, findings, seed beads, classes. The owner is often there and has a wealth of knowledge and is usually willing to help.

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

Trapped in the Past

216 E. St. Stratford
Stafford Springs,  (CT) ?????

860-684-9299

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

Watch Faces USA

P.O. Box 167
Southbury,  (CT) 06488

203-264-5718

Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-5

Watch Faces for Beading! Sterling Silver, Silver, two tone, gold, colored watch faces. Flip Flop Jewelry. Italian Charms.

Listed since Jul 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 11/3/05

You've Got to be Beading!

28 East Main Street - Route 1
Mystic,  (CT) 06355 - City Location Map

(one block from the Mystic Drawbridge)

860-536-2552

Hours: Mon through Sat 10-6, Wed and Fri til 8, Sun 10-5

Come in and bead! Open Studio, Swarovski Crystal, Czech Beads, Mikyuki Seeds, THOUSANDS of strands of pearls, unique findings, Bali Silver, Yarns. Knowledgeable, friendly staff!

Listed since Apr 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 4/4/06
(New when listed)