I rarely do reviews but this place is so amazing that i needed to write one. This is the best bead shop I have ever come across. The owner was beyond kind and super knowledgeable. They had an amazing selection with lots of items that are difficult to find in person and even online. They have the cutest charm and bead bar with the most unique and affordable pieces. Almost all the charms and beads at the charm bar were under a dollar. I found about 20 beautiful beads and charms which all came out to $2. These prices are unmatched! Anytime I travel i love to visit the bead shops in the area, and this shop is by far the best i've come across. Not only is the selection and affordability amazing but the customer service was fantastic. The owner is such a joy to talk to and clearly cares about her customers. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The owner was so sweet and secretly gave my boyfriend a bracelet to give to me once we got into the car. It was such a beautiful piece and truly made my day. She is the type of person that inspires others to start and/or continue this amazing hobby. If you are debating on where to buy, this is the place to go. I normally buy my supplies online, but nothing online or in person comes close to the amazing deals she has! I live 2-3 hours away and will definitely be making the trip to come back here soon. read more

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Large selection in a small shop, prices were reasonable, staff was friendly and attentive. Located next to a dentist office at the back of the parking lot. Pretty much anything you need or want for your beading projects. read more

very cute bead shop. much smaller than most bead shops i've been to but a great selection of different beads & charms. the place is nicely organized as well for how much they have. the staff was very friendly & helpful. i found some beads i've been looking for everywhere & couldn't find at any other bead shops. prices are reasonable, & they have a rack of beads that are all 50% off. i'd definitely come back here :) read more

5 stars isn't enough. I grew up in Orange. When I was young I remember wanting to make beaded bracelets. My mom took me to Beads Beads and I remember wanting a specific style of beads, and had no problem finding them. Fast forward 30 years, and I started getting back into making beaded bracelets. Having moved to Kentucky a few years ago, we have no real bead shops, just Michael's and Hobby Lobby. But a couple of weeks ago I was visiting my sister and made plans to visit Beads Beads to see what they had. They did not disappoint! I thought the selection was good in the 90's! They had every variety of needs you can imagine, and a lot that I hadn't. I was again looking for specific beads, purple specifically amethyst, but also anything that I couldn't find in the box stores. Wendy and Jeannette helped as I asked questions. I gave descriptions of the different things I would like. I found my amethyst beads, and so much more. I started digging through different trinkets to add to bracelets, books on beads, knotting, and jewelry. They have tools, leather, cable, clasps, stones, glass beads and so much more. The selection includes metal beads hard to find, and some beads that were likely antique, just waiting for the right creative soul to create something to bring them to life. I am so happy that this small business is still here. I can only imaging how many people have rummaged through and made this their store for creative inspiration and had the help of these two wonderful women to help them in their designing and seeking out to fulfill their creative outlets. I hope they continue on for another 30 years and beyond. They offer beads by the strand and beads individually. You can buy a lot or a little. The selection is insane and you can spend as little or as much as you want! I will be back on my next trip ladies! Thank you for what you do! read more

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I recently lost my fur baby, on Tuesday, and upon walking in to Wendy's shop, I was greeted by Blu, her pitbull, and assisted by Wendy. I instantly felt comfortable sharing my news with Wendy, regarding the letters of my charms. I came here looking for a few spacers but what I got was priceless. the kindness and compassion she showed was just so incredible. The whole experience made me realize that there are absolute gems out there in the world, Wendy and Blu are just that! I am forever grateful! I have the utmost appreciation for Wendy and Blu. Words cannot describe how she changed my whole entire week. I am a forever loyal customer! People like you give us so much more life! While looking fabulous, of course. read more

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Love the staff, and enjoy going any chance I get Amazing selection for the price you just can't beat it. It's amazing! read more

The store has decent prices, a kind and helpful staff, and great selection! The only thing I would say is that some of the beads feel old, and the selection feels a little dated. But overall a great find! read more

This shop has been around forever and has a decent collection of antique beads, new Czech glass, and seed beads. Nice place to start your bead journey. Owner is lovely and patient. Her puppy is as well. I am a long time repeat customer. read more

So happy I found this new-to-me bead store so close to my house. What a selection! What great prices! I didn't get her name, but the owner was so helpful and so nice. I will definitely be making this a regular stop for my beading needs. I went in for chain nose pliers and came out with a couple of random pendant gems & a string of gorgeous ice blue bicone beads. I didn't even go over budget! I haven't been this excited for a bead shop since the first time I went to The Bead Shop in Laguna for the first time in the 80s to get letters to make my Duran Duran earrings! read more

The energy in the shop is so positive and inclusive, great vibes! Such an awesome selection, very reasonable prices, and super helpful ladies who work there. They both helped me with an issue I was having--needed a way to attach a very small gold chain to a clasp and a gold fill jump ring wouldn't work. The lady at the register put her binoculars glasses on and found a gauge of gold-filled wire that would go into the chain. Saved me tons of time and energy. She also sold me under a foot but enough to get the job done. Will be going back, this place is my new go-to bead shop. read more

I just needed a new clasp for a turquoise beaded necklace, she not only had way more to choose from than I expected, she put it on for me (even though I was ready to buy tools and try to do it myself. I found strands for purchase and will definitely be back for those tools so I CAN do some myself. Great value for the price. Very helpful and lots of variety! read more

The ladies at the front are helpful with suggestions for wire purchase approximations, which gauge is best, how much to buy, etc. Fun things to consider for creative pieces. New fav bead shop. read more

They have a great selection. I have been going here for several years. Great place to go when you can't find it anywhere else.

So many varieties of beads and sizes. Lots of charms and other supplies you can't find anywhere else locally.

Lovely store with lots of beads. I came in to buy some replacement crystals for a few items I am repairing. Wendy was very helpful and took her time to help me find the correct sizes. Highly recommend! read more

I had not been here for years! I use to shop here as a kid! I went on a Saturday. The shop Is in an old house next to the Bank of America at Collins off tustin ave. Parking is plentiful and the shop has a ramp entrance-the sign said open but it sure looked like it wasn't! Luckily it was open and I walked into a world of beads! The walls are lined with rows upon rows of all sorts of beads! From fancy stones that shimmer and sparkle to polished stones, shells, glass and crystals. They have all the fixings too- any finding you need to finish your masterpiece! And plenty of tools too- pliers and crimpers galore. Overall selection is much better and more unique than craft stores. Prices are reasonable and I grabbed some half price strands of fresh water pearls too! Service is very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend over the national craft chains. read more

What a fantastic little bead store. Much more inside than you would expect and very unique finds. The best part is the customer service! You will get great advice! The owner is so knowledgeable, friendly, and really takes time to help you. This alone makes the visit worthwhile. I highly recommend it if you're looking for exceptional jewelry-making products or if you are looking for something hard to find. I will definitely be back, and I 100% recommend a visit!!jewelry-making read more

Beads Beads is a fanatic find. Hidden back on Tustin Avenue next to Shoe City in Orange.They have an incredible selection of items for bead work. and I mean incredible. The owner, Wendy always has time to visit with and assist each of her customers. I am not a beader, as I have no dexterity in my hands but Wendy is always there to help me. Even if you are not a beader stop by just to look at all her merchandise. Very interesting!!! Call and check the hours. They could change. read more

This place has a good selection of beads & hardware. I use seed beads and when I asked which are Toho and which are Miyuki, the response was that they are all mixed in. Well, these beads while both size 11, are completely different sizes and shapes. Some are more round, some more square, and should be differentiated and marked accordingly. Without that, there are inconsistencies in projects. read more

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Found this place on Yelp. When we first arrived, I was not sure if the place was open and I was intimidated by the small structure set back in a parking lot. I called the shop and they confirmed they were indeed open. We walked in and was surprised at the large selection of beads and jewelry making items. The owners have been at this location for decades. They have a variety of semiprecious beads sold in strands and larger ones by the piece. They have many other types of stones and beads. They also have jewelry wire in various colors and metals, including sterling silver. There was so much to see and we were only in for a few minutes. Purchased beads and wire. Owner was very informative. Beads were clearly named and labeled. Highly recommend this place. read more

Love this bead store!!! Great selection and at a really fair price. They have a room that has unique single priced beads. Have found some of what I would consider "Rare Find" beads there. The ladies that work here are so friendly and always greet you when you enter the shop. The beads are available in so many beautiful colors and they have a section of beads on sale. I would like it if they had classes to attend to learn more about beading and different techniques. I asked about classes and they stopped during Covid. Until then I will continue to drop by and shop with the ladies. read more

I love love this place! Can find so much variety and it just has such good vibes. if you can you should definitely check them out, you won't regret it. It will be your new happy place. read more

super awesome store, good selection and it was nice and cute and little. this store inspired my creativity, thanks to this store i have an awesome and super cool keychain and i am technically a master jewler/beadist/crafter/artist. If awesome sauce was a bead store, this would be it. read more

Love this little shop! Great customer service and large variety of pearls and beads! They have limited hours so call first!

Need to update stores days and hours open. Drive 15 miles to find out they are closed Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday.

I love this store! the ladies at the cashier are always so nice to my roommate and I, they also have a wonderful selection! I wish they had more consistent hours, though, since I'm never too sure when to stop by read more

Love this place! I they are not keeping up with technology and they are not selling on line but you get the best service from ladies that have been around (some) of the four from 32 years ago! They are experienced and very helpful and fun to chat with. They also have nice and affordable classes. read more

Wow!!! What a perfect place! Truly a wonderful and wide selection of beads for all one's needs! And a huge bonus - the hospitality of the couple who work there. They were super helpful, patient and kind. Really enjoyed looking at everything, especially the items in the showcases which are on sale too! Amazing prices...beautiful beads...and much more. Shout out to Mr. Whiskers - the yellow tabby in the back room. :) read more

This is my favorite bead shop in orange county great selection of beads, if they don't have it they'll get it for you; I love the staff there they're very helpful I just love Beads Beads thank you for being around read more

Support this wonderful local bead shop. They offer more supplies than what's out in the open. Super WENDY is always there to help. Just ask. I always learn some new techniques on my visit, not just from WENDY, but from other shoppers. Keep supporting this GEM of a shop! read more

Called every shop in OC, Long Beach and north San Diego, these were the only guys who had the Delica I needed. Service in the best, employees knowledgeable. read more

I have been a customer of Beads Beads for about 3 - 4 years now. Wendy has inspired me to start my own business as a teenager and all of their beads are just 11/10. read more

Wonderful bead shop, had everything I needed to complete my projects!!!! Friendly and knowledgeable staff my go to local bead store.

Such a friendly atmosphere with so many different beads of every size and color. Every bead imaginable can be found here as well as beads that you didn't even think possible could exist. Set aside a few hours for browsing since there is just so many to choose from. They close at 5:45 monday-saturday and 3:45 on Sunday so make sure to remember this when going. read more

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After seeing a necklace on Etsy that I knew I could make for a quarter of the price, I went to Michael's Arts and Crafts to buy the necessary supplies. After going to Michael's and becoming overwhelmed by the choices I realized I needed more guided help, so that's how I ended up at Beads Beads. This place is small but very well stocked. I picked out the beads I wanted and started to ask a plethora of questions. The woman who was working was extremely helpful, so much so that she helped me build my necklace. She exceeded my expectations. Without her help my Etsy inspired ambitions would of never become a reality. Thank you Beads Beads! read more

Amazing shop! E women who work there are so knowledgable and helpful. They really make you feel welcome and help you with whatever project you are working on. Now let's talk about the prices! They really are quite reasonable. You would think that maybe Michael's and Joann's might be cheaper, however, they aren't always cheaper. I find that this store has cheaper prices on many things. I go to this story a couple times a week and love it! read more

Always have unique one of a kind beads. Needed dice beads last minute for a casino nite and they had them. Awsomeness!

Pretty small shop. There are a decent selection of more classic style beads. Not really up to date stuff like I was hoping for. I love supporting small biz but ugghhhh....this place needs a nice clean up! There is even a cat living in the back room area...in a cage! It smelled kinda funky when I walked in and I am super allergic to cats so I grabbed a couple of things to support but then I bolted. I think if they did a nice clean up and a little inventory refresh, this would be the shot in the arm that this store needs. And, let kitty live somewhere else. read more

This is a sweet little establishment with a good variety of beads that are moderately to a little higher priced. There was a good selection of items on sale however. The ladies tending to the customers were very helpful. When asked for detailed advice they gracefully provided it, yet they let me shop undisturbed (my preference). The sweet kitty in the back is in a large cat environment type enclosure and looks very well cared for. It is a mascot I guess with fan mail on the wall. So cute! All in all I found exactly what I was looking for and had a pleasant time shopping. read more

Great place the find any kind of beads you want. Great products and reasonably price. And the customer service is wonderful, Wendy was so kind to me and all the other customers she was helping!!! Definitely would come here again read more