Ever since I discovered a second hobby, I've been doing my best to visit different bead shops on the island. I'm so happy to have a plethora of choices in town to visit. Running into BeaDazzle was something rather unplanned. Originally I was searching for another bead shop and BeaDazzle happen to come into my radar as the closest one to me. I believe it was destiny.
BeaDazzle reopened above Longs and Times Supermarket on the 3rd floor at ewa side front facing the parking lot. Stairs are an option to get to the store but are steep, however the building has working elevators. They're open most days of the week with the exception of Tuesdays and Wednesdays (10am-6pm), except Sundays (10-3pm). I knew I was at the right place when beautiful shiny earrings and beaded necklaces presented itself behind a glass window. A sign was hanging on steel doors "We are open! Please come in!" I shamelessly walked in without a clue of what I was searching for but this much I know, I was searching for beautiful beads and crystals and a couple charms here and there and a few tools I still didn't have.
Amanda and her assistant were sitting peacefully at a table at the back of the unit making all kinds of jewelry. Amanda was so kind to ask if I needed assistance. I had mentioned I'm new to jewelry making and I was in search of a beginner class. She had mentioned she gives beginner classes along with custom classes for $20/per hour. I signed on with a deposit on my time slot as soon as I could. Thanks to the Yelp Check-In offer of 20% off of all beads, select tools and a bead class. I also purchased a few strands of beads, a couple of new tools, wires to practice my wiring. I was hooked. A few of the select beads were on sale of buy 2 get 1 free. The prices on the beads are fair and great quality. While a majority of the expensive beads are hanging throughout the wall of the shop, additional crystals, charms, and silver plated items were on the center tables inside their containers organized and labeled with their types and prices per bead. I'm happy to know they sell Swarovski items for making anything the heart desires. I knew then that I'd be returning.
On my next trip back, I had my beginner's jewelry making class with Amanda. I brought some of the tools I already collected from my prior visit as well as some beads of my own to make earrings and bracelets with. Amanda evaluated my tools and I learned the proper ones to use when making detailed twists and cuts with small jewelry. She welcomes to bring your own tools otherwise Amanda has all the tools at the shop. She will introduce you to the ones that will be used during the class. In the hour and half of my beginner's session, I made my own earrings and started a bracelet with wire wrapping. She focused so much on the quality and craftsmanship of making the jewelry which I admired immensely. What I loved the most about the class is her patience with me, and not upselling me any beads or tools or any unnecessary things I didn't need for my first time. After the class, I continued to shop on my own for some more beads and wires. I was excited to start my projects at home. She stated to think about what I wanted to make for the next class and she will gladly help with the steps on how to accomplish them. I do believe I've planted a new home at this bead shop and will return again and again.
Don't forget:
Check in on Yelp to get the 20% off on classes, select tools and beads.
Parking is ample and free.
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