What a great local bead shop option! There are not many bead shops in this area. Found mostly what I was looking for at a reasonable price. They had a large inventory and even though I didn't find exactly what I was looking for, I was able to find beads that were close enough at a price that I was comfortable paying. I was trying to find flat black beads (not shiny) and of 2 different sizes to make a rosary as a gift. I did find some marbled pattern, matte beads that did the job. The store wasn't extremely large and the beads were not extremely exotic, but I got what I needed and the operating hours were convenient, so it was a good option for me and I am very happy they were here. read more

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Orange County doesn't have many dedicated bead stores, so I'm really grateful for Beadology! It's a nice shop with a decent variety of beads - much better than you'd find at your typical chain craft store and at comparable prices. From glass and gemstone beads to a super fun selection of charms, there's something here for every kind of beading project. The location is also super convenient and easy to find. No parking drama here. The staff is friendly and helpful, and I love that they offer beading classes on a wide range of topics each month. Highly recommend for anyone who loves jewelry making or just wants to get creative. read more

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Nice friendly and helpful staff. Nice selection with a wide variety of specialty charms and beads. Prices were fair and not overpriced.

The selection of beads are gorgeous, genuinely can't find as many high-quality embellishments at craft stores as you can here. They have the more beautiful collection of iridescent sequins I have seen, for any embroidery or beading enthusiasts being here is like being a kid in a candy shop, so many unique novelty beads and shiny, eye-catching gems. Will definitely come back for more supplies read more

Beutiful selection of speciality beads. Wide selection of materials. I will be a repeat customer.

I feel good about being able to support a small local business. They have a really nice selection of seed beads, which is what I went there to find. They are well organized by color, so it was easy to compare different sizes in the color I wanted. I received all the help I needed finding the string I was looking for, also. If you're wanting to make those popular tiny bead necklaces or bracelets, I can definitely recommend this shop! read more

It's so nice to have a neighborhood bead store. The classes are fantastic and Erin is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They remember their customers and are always pleasant and friendly! read more

They weren't very helpful when they could've been. I asked for something and the clerk couldn't bother to tell me where I could get it. I went over to A-to-Z on Heil and Gothard and they said we don't have that but they'll have it on Etsy. These people could have told me that. read more

Love this establishment. Wonderful selection for my beading needs. Great kits too and they offer workshops with other bead business. Love owners Erin and her Mom. read more

This is a gem of a shop, especially for anyone who has an interested in creating jewelry or crafts that require high quality beads or charms. The proprietor is passionate about her work and art and is committed to helping those who visit Beadology. This is clearly a labor of love, and it shows in how she runs her shop and interacts with customers. read more

Beadology - Tuxedo cat charm for the win! - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

As a professional jewelry designer for 30 years, I rarely buy supplies at retail establishments. Wholesale is just smarter on my wallet. HOWEVER - for my daughters jewelry making supplies and for the onesie twosie items I may need in a pinch, I will always go to BEADOLOGY. A small family owned business, I adore Iris and Erin, a mother and daughter team! The shop is well stocked, excellently curated (especially if you enjoy trinkets and charms), wide selection of seed beads (Miyuki, Toho, Czech) and basic supplies. There are beading classes as well as an array of peyote stitch kits. My daughters love the selection of cute charms and unique beads. Thank you BEADOLOGY for an excellent experience and family atmosphere. read more

unfortunately a little disappointed with this place, the lady helping us out didn't have great vibes and wasn't very friendly. the selection was underwhelming and expensive. $4 for one bead? yikes! read more

They are incredibly rude here and do not deserve anyone's time or money. My mom and I wandered in, and 6 ladies were sitting at the table beading. Since none of them said hello or welcomed us in, we assumed none of them worked there. We asked the only standing person if they had magnetic beads there, and she said she didn't work there. We had to say, "oh, who works here?" for the lady at the table to say "I do." .....okay.....so we ask again for what we're looking for. Did she know where we could find some? "Uh no idea" she said...no eye contact, didn't bother to look up from her beading project. I found her lack of customer service appalling. We went across the street to JJ beads where they had 3x larger selection, more shoppers and smiling staff. They even had a table of food set up in the back for a Mother's Day Celebration, to share with all of the shoppers. Talk about complete polar opposites! Spend your hard earned money across the street at a place where they want to help you and whose prices are much, much more affordable! read more

Very disappointed in this shop. Super overpriced despite the extensive variety. They do not allow you to design in store and are not accommodating. They are not set up for making jewelry on site unless you are in a paid class. One of my favorite things to do as a child was design a bracelet at the local bead shop, sit down, put it together and leave eating it. Brought my Brice in here on her birthday and they totally killed our birthday excitement. I will never shop there again. Poor customer service. What happened to the old bead trays where you could design something? What happened to giving the customer a great experience? This place has a lot to learn if they are going to survive. read more

UNFRIENDLY... This shop looks like it is a family run business, but no one in the family will offer a greeting!! The dad was working at the table in the middle of the store. He looked up but didn't say anything. The daughter who was behind the counter also looked up as I entered the store and didn't say hello either. Once I walked close enough to her, she muttered what seemed to be a greeting. The shop is small but organized. They didn't really have what I was looking for...which was pewter buttons. There was only a very limited selection. I was also looking for gold filled or plated box clasps. There wasn't much of a selection. All of the clasps were in tiny packages along the wall grouped in singles or multiples. I couldn't tell from the packages what the exact properties of the contents were. Was I looking at a "gold" colored something or did the item really have some gold in it? I didn't even bother asking. The few questions that I did pose were met with truncated answers. When I was ready to check out, the daughter was working at the table next to her dad. She didn't get up. I noticed that the mom was in the back room behind the counter so I politely called out saying that I was ready to check out and she rung up my purchases. In conclusion...limited selection...too far from my house...not worth the drive. read more

DO NOT waste your time going to this shop. there was a group of women at a table doing beading and NO ONE acknowledged me as I was walking around looking at the merchandise. I didn't even know if any of them were employees there to HELP CUSTOMERS !! The few glances I got were stares as if I opened the door to someones private home and just walked in. SO, like the other reviews, ... ZERO CUSTOMER SERVICE and they really should be OUT OF BUSINESS. read more

Overall this is probably the best bead store I've gone to hands down. The prices are reasonable and the workers are very friendly I go here often and it's a great local bead store read more

I wasn't greeted until I was about 3/4's way around the store... It's okay. Their beads were expensive, anyways. BUT they do have some pretty interesting beads! Will probably check back to have a closer look at their items. read more

I was very disappointed walking into this lovely establishment. I drove all the way from Long Beach to visit this store. I do not "bead" but am fascinated and respect the work that beading entails. With that I wanted to check out the beads (maybe purchase a kit), look at any pieces that were beaded and might be for sale only to be met by "THE OWNER" who tried to help me but her delivery was as if to say "if you don't know about beading why are you in my shop"... So I left and went to Living Spaces !!! Note to Owner: Make your customers feel welcomed !!! Good luck ~ read more

I have been to this store 3 times. There is a younger woman who I believe is the daughter of the older woman. Every time I have gone into this store they are too busy in taking the class themselves or are they still are just sitting and talking among themselves. They aren't very inviting. I had taken a schedule home to look at. So a few days later I called to get some info about a certain class. The young woman made it seem like I couldn't take the class because I didn't have enough experience in beading. In that case all they offer in their schedule is advanced/ intermediate classes. So I don't understand why they don't offer beginner classes. So how u can begin to take those other advanced/intermediate classes, if they don't even offer beginner? It just seems like they cater to their regulars, and don't welcome new people who are interested in learning. I guess they don't want the business. read more

I love coming here for the variety of classes. They have something to offer for every skill level! A great day to spend a day, Learning new techniques and spending time with fellow beaders!! read more

Very Rude! Would not recommend this shop for decent beaders at all. I was with my wife looking at the selection they have; but the service was no were to be found. Well they were there, but they did not care I was there nor they welcome us. Rude! But I did notice that as soon a lady that looked as she had money to spend them all 3 employees says Hello! Thinking that this could be me having a bad day. I ignore and continue with my shopping, but it happened again. I have gone there for 2nd and 3rd time and the service is the same with me and my wife. Yes they have good stuff, but the 3 Asian Girls are rude, unless they see you have money to spend they won't talked to you or answer any question. Ever since we don't buy at this store; plus the prices are a Ripped off! The prices are four times more. They were mean to me and my Wife. read more

Amazing selection!! Randomly found the store on Yelp and was very pleased. They also sell online, but I prefer to shop in person.

Overpriced product and patronizing people running this place. Found same charms on eBay for 900% less that what they're selling it for. Beware! Don't go here! read more

So friendly and helpful ! I don't get all the other reviews stating otherwise . I even visited during a class and what seemed like a mother daughter team helped me and cheerfully . Also they had trunk show beads to purchase , best of both worlds ! I will be back to shop again . read more

I LOVE this shop! And I LOVE the owners!! Yes it is a family run business and they often are having classes or helping customers with projects on the large table in the middle of the shop!! For anyone who isn't personally greeted - I wouldn't take it so personally!! They are super nice people and don't bother you while shopping which I appreciate!!! They are always happy to answer questions if you ask!!! I love the selection of beads and they are reasonably priced!!! I love this store!!! A++++++ read more

This place is HILARIOUS! Unreal,'actually. I have never been more disappointed in a Craft store. I mean honestly, I'm pretty sure I have had better help in the craft department in a Walmart. I am a small time jewelry maker, who upon walking Into this place was excited and filled with ideas! I was quickly turned off by Some table filled with 30-60 year olds beading and gossiping sitting in the store. I felt like I was walking into an 8th grade PE class. I shopped around with my son in my arms, who was angelic as usual, and the ladies stared at me for a long uncomfortable while, before making a comment like "don't put him down In here" or "he better not break anything". I felt uncomfortable enough to ask my husband to take my child out of the store while I finished shopping. I approached the rude boxDye kris Jenner haircut woman and asked her a question regarding wire wrapping, or something, and she looked at me like I had asked her what year it was.... And then proceeded to tell me that it was a "complicated skill, that you have to have real knowledge of." I raised an eyebrow and she finished with "It's an actual technique we use"..... And motioned to her awkward and now silent table of bead enthusiasts...? I looked at her and with such serious bite said "WELL. THANK YOU." So I forgot to write down the price on one of the baggies of beads. The kris Jenner type and her presumed daughter sauntered over and took my entire tray of beads,' and walked around the store verifying all the prices I had written. It's was appallingly obvious and rude. I spent 100$ there, and she condescendingly explained that If was an " avid shopper" and bought enough "supplies" I would get a discount with this special Discount card. . She might as well have put air quotes on the whole thing. She was talking baby talk. I walked out feeling angry and wishing I had farted on everyone's beads before I left. Don't waste your money. Go to JJ beads. This place is over priced and over everyone. read more

Unfriendly! I am new to the beading shops in So Cal...had regular ones up north. Excited to get to know the shops, beaders, take classes, etc.... This is little to no interaction with staff. So if you are looking for ideas, suggestions and talk about purchases, forget it. There is a table of beaders and the owners sitting at working and seem like you are interrupting them for wanting to purchase something. The shop does have a good selection of superduos and quiet of few japanese seed beads which is missing in some other shops. Just disappointed read more

Beadology is a beaders' bead shop for the unsnobby. I am an ex-patriate of one of those "TOO GOOD FOR YOU" places in which I spent about half my annual salary for a good kick in the butt by the owners. No such thing at Beadology. They are as friendly and helpful as you can get. Erin works 6 days a week to keep her customers happy and returning. Their teachers are so friendly. It's a perfect no-pressure place where you can gather in the middle of the store with like-minded ladies and have a great day together -- every single time you go there! Run away from snobville to Beadology! read more

I experienced the staff as being rude. Their selection is okay but I agree w/other reviewers it's overpriced

I've had nothing but positive experiences here. I've been in several times and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Their prices are about what I'd expect in this area (wholesalers in LA are less expensive) - in other words, they are fairly priced. Surprisingly good selection for a small store. I'm surprised at some of the less positive reviews I've seen here. I know I will continue to return to this charming store. read more

I love this store! Great selection of beads - always changing inventory so the store seems fresh every time I go. They have an outstanding selection of Japanese seed beads ranging from size 15 to size 8's. The owner always strives to keep on top of the bead trends so hard to find beads like the Halo coated Super Duos beads, mini super duos, Czech bricks, and Czech "O" beads in many great colors are brought into the store. She brings in big name teachers too as well as local talent teaching great projects every weekend. This store sells quality merchandise and I won't shop anywhere else in the area for beads but this store. I highly recommend it! read more

Owner is knowledgeable and friendly. Wow! Great selection of beads to choose from. My family is looking forward to try the "FREE Project Day!" classes. Thank you again for all your help and patience. read more

I don't think they want any business. They were not interested when a customer (I) wanted to ask them a question about a certain item I was looking for. And I would imagine if they were busy with other customers but they had none. I recommend people buy online because their bead prices are over priced to begin with. read more

my husband drove me here all the way from oceanside everyone at this location was wonderful lots of neat projects if only you guys weren't so far I would love to take some classes maybe soon thank you for a wonderful day on the bead hop always Maureen cook read more

Beadology is the best! Friendly and great selection! Whenever I go there I am greeted with a warm smile! They never pressure me to buy stuff or follow me around the store nagging me with "Are you sure i can't help you find something?" I tell 'em I want to look around first and they let me do it in peace! They have a good sense of when it's time to approach me to see if I've found what I need or want. Being inexperienced, they patiently listen to what I am trying to do and they help me find the perfect materials! read more

Beadology is the BEST! The customer service is always very friendly, professional and helpful. They have the BEST selection and seed bead inventory I've found anywhere and their prices can't be beat! The store also has classes with renowned and published instructors. I'd recommend Beadology to anyone looking for seed beads, Czech glass beads and beading classes. read more

Wonderful bead store! Great selection of beads. Lots of great classes and great teachers. Very friendly staff and very knowledgable.