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Sea of Beads
Your local haven for beads, jewelry supplies, and creative inspiration in Austin.
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Retail Store
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Your local haven for beads, jewelry supplies, and creative inspiration in Austin.
Sea of Beads is a beloved Austin gem offering an extensive selection of beads, jewelry-making supplies, and accessories, with items available individually or by the foot for custom projects. The store provides expert guidance, DIY assistance, and inspiring classes in a friendly, community-focused environment. Known for its knowledgeable staff and kid-friendly atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for both beginners and experienced crafters to explore their creativity.
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Wide assortment of beads, strings, clasps, chains, stones, tools, and accessories sold individually or in small quantities.
Inspiring and fun workshops for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced crafters, taught by expert staff.
Personalized assistance and tips from knowledgeable staff to help you complete custom jewelry projects.
Purchase chain in custom lengths to suit your specific project needs, avoiding bulk waste.
Pipe cleaners and pony beads provided for children to tinker with while parents shop, making it a family-friendly destination.
Rewards program for frequent customers, offering discounts and special perks on purchases.
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Overall rating
Melissa Nguyen
such a wonderful community resource—a wealth of knowledge and a large assortment of jewelry bits and bobs (beads, string, clasps, chains, stones, jump rings, tools, glue, etc.) i really appreciate they sell things 1-by-1 because i dont need 5-10 of clasps or glue-on bails. i needed 2, so i bought 2. also, chain-by-the-foot is my new favorite discovery. they helped me turn my mom’s earrings into matching necklaces for my sister and me and the fact that i was able to DIY the project with some guidance of their staff makes the pieces even more meaningful. thank you, Sea of Beads 🥹
Cynthia Thompson
These people keep insisting that I leave at closing time. I don't know why they won't just let me live amongst the beads... Seriously though, this local treasure has items that can't be found at any of the chains, for great prices. Walking the store is more than enough to inspire any project, and maybe best of all, the Keville family and their staff are kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. So go already. Bcause if I win the lottery, I'm buying out the entire store. 😌
Stace Kotson
My favorite place in the world! Truly, you can’t go wrong with such friendly, helpful, and expert staff in addition to the tremendous selection of gorgeous beads and accessories. The classes I’ve taken there are inspiring and fun!
Taylor Amstey
The most lovely local bead store and the nicest owners!!!! Can spend hours in here looking at everything and so fun to go home and make my own lil beaded necklaces/bracelets. They are also so helpful to get you started
Erin Alexandra
I’d give this place 10 stars if I could! If you’re looking for the bead heaven of Austin, look no further! This place is AMAZING. I am new to beading and got so inspired being in this shop. I love shopping local and this store blew any chain craft store out of the water in terms of bead selection. The staff was funny, friendly, and knowledgeable. They even have a good loyalty program which of course I signed up for! :) I can’t wait to come back for the many jewelry classes they offer…. OH! And it’s kid friendly! They had pipe cleaners and pony beads for my 4 year old to tinker with while I browsed! Definitely my new happy place! If you’re thinking about coming here- DO IT!! x1000
