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JP Designs  (GTB Sponsor)

P.O. Box 178
Bettendorf,  (IA) 52722

563-650-2727

Hours: 24/7 - ONLINE ONLY

coolinterchangeables.com - Sterling Silver Interchangeable Components to enhance Swarovski Crystals, Gemstones, Lampwork Beads, Drilled Glass and Polymer Clay Beads.

coolearthwear.com - Egg shape reversible pendants made from organic material (banana leaf, bamboo, nuts, seed pods, etc.).

coolartwear.com - Dichroic glass donuts and pendants.

Listed since Apr 2008 (by the store).
Last update: 7/2/08
(New when listed)

Your Design Ltd

2340 Cumberland Sq Dr
Bettendorf,  (IA) 52722 - City Location Map

563-355-1519
Fax: 355-1527

Hours: Mon-Fri 9 -8, Sat 10-7, Sun 12-5

Your Only Limitation is Your Imagination! The Quad Cities only full-service bead store. Located behind Cumberland Square Mall.

Listed since Sep 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 1/2/06
(New when listed)

Beads and Beyond

120 Main Street
Cedar Falls,  (IA) 50613 - City Location Map

(on the parkade - downtown Cedar Falls.)

319-266-5900
Fax: 266-5920

Hours: Mon-Tue-Wed-Fri 11-6, Sat 11-5, Sun 11-3

Sterling, Swarovski, Semi-Precious, Czech Glass, Handmade Lampworked Beads by Becca, charms, findings and more. Work tables, private party room and classes. Staff ready to help.

Listed since Jan 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 1/6/06

Bead Haven

3260 Southgate Place SW Suite #1
Cedar Rapids,  (IA) 52404 - City Location Map

319-247-2323

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

Full Service store. Great selection of Miyukis, Semi-Precious, Swarovski, ethnic, Czech, FWP, Hemp, Sterling, and Gold Filled, Lots of findings. Work tables and tools available! Classes too!

Listed since Aug 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 2/4/06

Beads and Beyond

4333 Czech Lane NE
Cedar Rapids,  (IA) 52402 - City Location Map

319-743-3444
Fax: 743-3450

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Thu til 8, Sat 10-4, Sun 12-4

Inviting atmosphere, friendly staff. Wide selection of beads, large work space, classes and parties. We have a play area for kids, so bring them along!

Listed since Apr 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 4/12/08
(New when listed)

Facettes Inc

340 Main St.
Central City,  (IA) 52214 - City Location Map

319-438-1830

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

Eastern Iowas Largest Bead Store offering a wide selection of beads, classes and parties for all ages.

Listed since Sep 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 5/30/07

Bead Creative

906 1/2 42nd St.
Des Moines,  (IA) 50312 - City Location Map

The The Shops Of Roosevelt
(1/4 mi north of the 42nd Street exit of 235)

515-255-3363
Fax: 515-277-0056

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

Iowa's largest selection of BEADS! 2000 s.f of fun! We are direct importers of glass, semi, and silver beads. We would love your visit!

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

We Got the Bead

321 Bluff Street
Cable Car Square
Dubuque,  (IA) 52001 - City Location Map

563-584-0305

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

Naturals, Crystals, Czech Glass and Seeds, Tools, Magazines, books and fun beading accessories!

Listed since Jan 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 3/12/07

Starr Craft Co.

409 S. 7th Street
Estherville,  (IA) 51334 - City Location Map

712-362-5817 - Orders
712-362-9949 - Store

V/MC - Picture beaded earrings, theme kits and patterns. Free pattern at our web site.

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

Dawn's Hide and Bead Away

220 east washington
Iowa City,  (IA) 52240 - City Location Map

(directly across the street from the Englert performing arts center)

319-338-1566

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-7

Exquisite Jewelry, Inspiring beads and Exceptional instruction since 1987. Education facility with a full range of classes in beading, jewelry design and hot glass techniques.

Listed since Oct 2000 (by the store).
Last update: 5/17/06

Glassando

201 S. Clinton St. Suite 116
(inside Old Capitol Mall)
Iowa City,  (IA) 52240 - City Location Map

319-341-7887
Fax: same

Hours: Mon-Fri10-8, Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5

Murano glass, Lampwork glass, and dichroic glass are just some of the types of jewelry carried! Finished jewelry and focal beads (pendants) are our specialty!

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

Amy's Creative Bead

407 N. Oak
Across from McDonalds
Iowa Falls,  (IA) 50126 - City Location Map

641-648-3282
Fax: 648-2516

Hours: Mon-Fri 1-6, Thu til 8, Sat 10-3

Full service store. Beads of all kinds; Glass, Gemstones, Swarovski crystals, Sterling Silver and Gold Fill, plated, Cast pewter, chain, copper, Charms, Clasps, and Findings.

Listed since Jun 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 2/5/08

BEADS IN THE BACK

15 CENTRAL AVE NW
P.O. Box 602
Le Mars,  (IA) 51031 - City Location Map

712-546-4494
Fax: 712-548-4797

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-5, Wed til 6, Sat 10-4

Expanded in 2005. Largest selection of Swarovski Crystals, Sterling Silver Beads and Semi-Precious beads in the area. We teach classes and have lots of fun.

Listed since Jun 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 6/29/07
(New when listed)

Hearthstone Gifts and Supplies

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

1026 7th Ave.
Marion,  (IA) 52302 - City Location Map

319-377-1472

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5

Huge selection of all types of beads including charms, Swarovski, sterling silver and gold-filled, gemstones, alphabet blocks. Classes and roomy beading tables. No experience required!

Listed since May 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 5/14/08

Shatto Designs

621 Willow Street
Oakland,  (IA) 51560 - City Location Map

(20 minutes from Interstate 80 and Hwy 6)

712-249-2341

Hours: Mon-Sat 9-4

Handmade glass lampworked beads, silver, and jewelry making supplies. Jewelry and beadmaking classes offered weekly.

Listed since Aug 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 1/9/06

Melt Down

812 Shakespeare Avenue
Stratford,  (IA) 50249 - City Location Map

515-838-0001

Lu Van Langen - Artist and designer of fine art glass.

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

Bead Happy

209 W. 5th Street
Waterloo,  (IA) 50701 - City Location Map

(Next to Brown Bottle - Downtown Waterloo)

319-232-1838

Hours: Tue-Wed 9-5, Thu-Fri 9-7, Sat 10-5

New Location (double the size!). Fabulous selection of beads, jewelry, gifts and even a coffeebar! Wonderful staff... very helpful! Great party room!

Listed since Jan 2004 (by the store).
Last update: 6/28/07

Ann Evans Gilbert

P.O. Box 567
Waukee,  (IA) 50263

515-440-6757
Fax: 440-6758

Listed since Oct 2000 (by a customer).
Last update: 12/26/04

Sea of Glass

(no address provided)
Wellman,  (IA) 52356

319-646-6861

Hours: by appointment

by APOINTMENT ONLY - Handmade Glass Beads and Jewelry by Melissa Rediger. Call or email to schedule an appointment to see my large selection of lampwork beads.

Listed since May 2008 (by the store).
(New when listed)

Artistic Bead

234 5th street
Historic Valley Junction
West Des Moines,  (IA) 50265 - City Location Map

515-334-0020

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

Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Seed beads, Delica beads, Swarovski crystal, sterling silver, handmade lampwork beads, Czech glass beads, Vintage beads, stringing material and classes.

Listed since Jun 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 3/25/07
(New when listed)

Designs By Leigha

(no address provided)
West Des Moines,  (IA) 50265

515-223-8134

Hours: Tue-Sat 9-9

Classes on bracelet and necklace making, wide variety of beads and custom made jewelry. Alphabet beads, 14k gold, gold-filled, sterling silver, Swarovski, glass beads etc.

Listed since Jun 2003 (by the store).
Last update: 4/12/08
(New when listed)

Fishlips3.com

P.O. Box 65977
West Des Moines,  (IA) 50265

515-971-5294
Fax: 810-958-2645

Hours: 24/7 online

ONLINE and MAIL ORDER ONLY - Exotic and unique beads from around the world, Trade beads, bali, jade, semi-precious, gemstone carvings, enameled beads, bone beads and a lot more.

Listed since Jul 2002 (by the store).
Last update: 12/12/06