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Keep your eye on this page to see where we suggest picking up more information about beads and beading.  

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Bead Societies

Upper Midwest Bead Society 
Northwest Bead Society
Bead Society of Los Angeles
Rocky Mountain Bead Society
Bead Society of Greater Kansas City  

Bead Society of Greater New York
Bead Society of Nebraska
National Bead Society

The Beadworkers Guild

Needlework Guild of Minnesota

Bead & Jewelry Publications

Bead & Button
Bead & Button Community
Beadwork
Belle Armoire
Expression
Lapidary Journal
Jewelry Crafts Magazine
The Wire Artist
Jeweler

Beadmakers

TOHO® Company New addition

Bobby Bead Client Sites
Some people not only collect beads, but also use them too! Check out some of the websites of the people we love to work with! Perhaps you'll find that perfect gift you've been searching for!

The Earring Tree  Kay Tate--Have the bracelet and necklace for that great outfit, but you're still missing the earrings? This is the website for you! Kay has several styles and colors of earrings for every occasion. She also has some necklaces and bracelets to match.
Andromeda Jewelry Company Jennifer Griffith--Offers Wine Identifiers, Bracelets, Necklaces, and earrings as well as matched sets. Also has beaded eyeglass holders, baby bracelets, daisy chains, beaded bobby pins & More! Free Giveaways!
Studio Bead Kathy Lawrence "I offer bead patterns and a gallery of finished beadwork for sale. I will be updating monthly with new items."

Bucca Beads Kristin Seibold
Wynthyst Creations 
"Czech It Out" Beadworks Dale & Cindy Hlavka
Especially For Ewe Debbi McGovern & Allie Frank
http://www.storyjewelry.com Cheryl Wilson

Other Great Websites! Check out these great people and products!

NEW~ http://www.guidetobeadwork.com/ 
The Guide to Beadwork website, a "yellow pages" for beaders!
NEW~ http://www.uptownminneapolis.com/enter/ 
The Uptown Association website, keeps you up to date with events, restaurants, shopping, and more in the Uptown area.
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http://www.sunshineoriginals.com/ Sunshine Originals: Artistry in Beads has the perfect jewelry for those who love the little. Using small (sometimes 20º) seed beads she creates beautiful works of art.
http://www.mailleartisans.org/ M.A.I.L. (Maille Artisans International League) is an international group of artisans dedicated to the advancement of maille art. Our aim is to create new techniques, weaves, and patterns, expanding the knowledge of both novice and master, and to increase public awareness of the art and industry of maille.
www.keystonejewelry.com
Nancy Fortenberry--Looking for a great gift? Keystone Jewelry has a great selection of Necklaces, Bracelets, and even Brooches! Check out this site, and you'll be glad you did.
 Cactus Co. Beadwork This is a great site if you love knitting with beads! Through Cactus Co. Beadwork you can order kits and books on making beautiful bags and necklaces. There is also a wonderful gallery to peruse to see a lot of the pieces worked up.
GoBead.com This handy site offers lots of options for watch faces. From modern to classic, you will find it here--AND at reasonable prices! 
Hand Crafted Collectibles  This site offers lots of information for all types of crafters!
Wire Sculpture Website
This great website can show you how to turn your hobby into a business. They also have great free patterns and instructions for lots of projects.  

Interesting Sites of Beadly Interest

The Bead & Button Show This shows hosts exhibitors from all over the country. In addition to the shopping, you can take classes from some of the premier teachers in this field. For more information check out the website at http://www.beadandbuttonshow.com/

The Bead Museum

Bali culture and hotels--travel for you -- Love the Bali beads so much you have to go there?! Here's all the information you need! At Bali For You, you can check out local customs, religion, history, and virtually everything else you can think of--INCLUDING the cheapest way to get there. You can even join the chat group!

Find Bead Stores Everywhere! Going on a trip?  Want to visit bead stores in the area?  Check out Qwestdex.com and type in the City, State and "beads" under category.
For example:  San Francisco, California
Business Category:  Beads

Happy Travels and Happy Beading!!

Just Beads! Here is an auction site for all things Beadly!

 

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