Sooo much fun!! The cutest little house, they do have a couple designated parking spots around back, or you can find street parking in the neighborhood. The store is clean and organized in a way that is easy to navigate. All beads were clearly labeled with price. They had almost any color, or material you would want in beads. They also had sections of charms and pendants. You could really make anything- necklaces, earrings, bracelets, even keychains! There is a lot to choose from, I was a little overwhelmed at first but the staff is AMAZING. They were very well staffed and were very willing to help. There were already made pieces around the store, or they were able to look at inspo pictures and find beads/pieces that matched. Once you pick out your pieces, they give you a board to lay it out, and string to bead it on, then they take care of putting the clasp on and finishing it. They have tall tables to work at so you can stand while you work, or sit in a stool. You can drop in anytime they are open, but they are only open until 4:00 during the week. We scheduled a private party which they do after hours, is $20 a person not including jewelry, and you need a minimum of 8 people. We also brought our own drinks and snacks. As far as pricing, everything is very clearly labeled, then it was an addition $5 to put the chain and clasp on. My necklace was $40 total and most pieces made by our group ranged from $30-$60 for the most part. I will definitely be back!! read more

Beads - Art Supplies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

There is no other option for Brad shopping and this store does not disappoint! Great shop - big with lots of variety.

Great experience and service! Good selection of beads and charms. Great prices. Only negative is that they aren't open on the weekends!

My absolute favorite place to go to find unique and hip jewelry making supplies. Although it's more pricey than chain craft stores, the selection and quality is unbeatable and definitely worth it! Anne, one of the owners, is the kindest person, always willing to help with making a necklace or finding something you're looking for! This place is a must visit for anyone who loves making and collecting jewelry! read more

Amazing store! I went there a while ago in search for beads for an art project and their selection is insane! So many beautiful and unique pieces for any style or medium of art. read more

Such a sweet and fun shop!! What really makes it stand out is the incredible selection and most of all the service! So kind, welcoming and helpful. Have been a. Few times and will continue - the quality for the value is the best! read more

Beads is your go to store in Charlotte, seems like these small businesses disappear, but Beads is going strong. My pearl necklace needed repairing. They repaired it immediately, waited on other customers while doing so and helped me with some earring questions. Service was exceptional and all for a very reasonable price. There are plenty of pieces of jewelry if you need to grab a quick gift and they can whip up anything your heart desires. Beads is impressive. A great way to shop local. read more

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I really enjoyed my first time beading and Beads, Inc. made it a pleasure! This really is a beautiful space for any business, but having all the sparkles and colors and beautiful design inspirations makes it even more dazzling! Everything is neat and clean and well organized. There is an upstairs as well with some different materials. A group of us went in with some nibbles and wine and just took the place over for the evening. All of the ladies working there were very helpful and even did some of the connecting and stringing to help us along. I made what I think is a gorgeous piece, but I'm excited to know I can take old or broken bits of jewelry in there and they will help me fix, rework and refresh it! read more

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I've purchased jewelry making supplies and tools. Staff is very helpful and always willing to help you figure out what you're trying to accomplish. I'm thinking about doing classes with them. read more

I came into Beads with a simple project. The ladies there were very friendly, professional and took care of things perfectly. They have an impressive selection and a lovely shop (it's in the process of being painted on the outside, but the shop is open), and I was very happy with the quality work. Thank you! read more

Such a cute place with the best girls working there! I have been to Beads Inc several times and have made bracelets and necklaces. You can have your necklaces fixed here, make new jewelry, take a jewelry making class, or buy pre made jewelry. The girls are super helpful and will help you put together whatever piece you are making and make suggestions. You can bring in your old jewelry, vintage pieces, etc and they will help you create something new to wear. I do enjoy coming here and creating a one of a kind piece! read more

I would describe Beads as an upscale bead'a'porium lol. I don't know, its definitely more than a bead store, that's for sure. They had a great selection of beads and accessories. I could see that they were offering classes, had drinks for customers, and had staff available to answer questions. Although it seemed a bit upscale, the staff was very friendly and personable. The only thing that I did not like was the super small parking lot. The day I visited, it was pretty crowded so there was no place to park. The neighboring parking lots were all reserved for their businesses (which is understandable). I would not advise using the other businesses parking lots unless you don't mind chancing the prospect of getting towed. But anyway, I really enjoyed my visit today and I think you will too. read more

Beads - Art Supplies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

On a String Bead Shop is not the largest bead shop in town, but Christine the young hip owner has a great selection of bead strands. Everyone seems to find something that they love in this shop, and she and her helpers are always fantastic at suggesting stuff and helping prioritize when you start drooling. The shop is divided into 3 small rooms which helps make it feel quaint and manageable. If you are particularly "blingy" she definitely has crystals and that sort of thing but also antiquey beads and all different kinds of stones. I am really into chain so I wish they had a bit more of it like Ornamentea in Raleigh, but otherwise she does a great job buying a fashionable selection. They even host birthday/bridal parties there during evenings and we went there for a friend's bday. Word of warning though - my only complaint is that there's a fee on top of your jewels, which I think is wrong. Everyone's going to buy something, so it's not like it's going to be a waste of time/money. But that said, EVERYONE had a great time and found something they absolutely loved whether it's a simple pair of drop earrings to a bold statement necklace. One other note- said bday princess also got all of her bridesmaids necklaces there and had Christine design them and they were gorgeous, so if you lack vision/inventiveness you could always "commission" pieces. read more

If I owned a bead store, this is how I would want it to be. The atmosphere and decor is inspiring and beautiful AND prices are reasonable. Beads are sold loose and by the strand. Every employee I encountered offered to help me and was pleasant without being overbearing. There were at least 5-6 employees to help with choosing and creating jewelry. The store is in a converted home with rooms upstairs and downstairs for creating and shopping. I bought two strands and a roll of string for $33, much less than if I bought the necklace I made with these supplies! read more

Beads - Two strands plus cord - Art Supplies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

If Heaven were a bead store, this would be it! The staff and owners are so welcoming and helpful for beginners. I started with a very ambitious first project only for it to break on my second wear. Christine, one of the owners performed surgery and brought my hours of work back to life in minutes. If I lived nearby, I would be here regularly, as there are great spaces to hang out and create your jewelry. I highly recommend all creative types to stop by! read more

This is a woman's dream! I went in for the first time and felt like a kid in a candy store. Everyone was so helpful and really helped guide the jewelry making process for this amateur! Not sure how anyone who gives a bad review to this place. Best find in Charlotte in a long time. read more

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Great store, spacious, large selection and very helpful store associates. A bit pricey on some things but not overly. They were willing to take a request from me and hopefully notify me when they have what I was looking for. read more

Many varieties of beads to choose from all shapes, sizes, and color. Staff are very friendly and helpful. They even offer refreshment as a courtesy. read more

I went to Beads Incorporated recently to buy a gift for a good friend. I had never been there before and was completely enchanted. What a great selection. What a magical place. So glad to see that businesses like this still occasionally survive in our increasingly tasteless and soulless corporate world. You can tell that this business is a labor of love. read more

This place is like heaven on earth, literally. There are sooo many different styles, colors and jewels. I love this place!!!! Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a bead and jewel heaven read more

I get so many compliments on everything I wear from beads inc. I've custom made and bought pre-designed jewelry.... All perfectly done! Oh and those hard to shop for ladies on your list? I pop into this shop for Mother's Day and christmas gifts every year- so easy and everyone loves to see the beads inc box when they open their gifts. My mom even does a little squeal! Go there. You won't be overwhelmed because the uber creative ladies who work there will peg your style and taste in no time at all! Some of my fav pieces- a bracelet with my daughters initials, some long necklaces I had made using some pendants I already had and the fun easy to layer bangles. read more

I was a 1st time walk-in, and from the minute I walked in to the time I walked out, which was about 1.1/2 hrs later, Sophie completely helped create my ideas into a wonderful Steampunk-Gypsy Soul necklace, btw she loved it!! read more

Took the FREE introductory class today with my mother in law and it was awesome! They had all the supplies set out and ready to go and we made a beautiful bracelet and earrings that we got to keep! The class was great the teacher was very patient and informative. The store is beautiful and has a million beads and all the supplies you need to make anything you want. I will be back! read more

I visited this shop after being really disappointed in another shop close by. This place is great. A great selection of beads, lots of them are unique which I couldn't get enough of. The prices were reasonable and the staff was accommodating when I needed assistance. Will definitely be back. read more

This is the sweetest little bead shop. They have thousands of beautiful bead strands to choose from but MY favorite is their HUGE seed bead inventory. It's the best. read more

There never is a dull moment while browsing in Beads Inc. Just love this store and all that they offer. Somewhere you would enjoy wether at amateur level of creating or advanced. You will surely find something to create with here! Best in Charlotte! read more

My only complaint about this place is that they don't have much premade jewelry. I love their stuff, but am not creative and would really prefer to buy jewelry that someone else makes with their beads! read more

When you not only need the most beautiful beads that can be found but you also need expert instruction on how to work with those beauties...Beads, Inc. is the place to be. read more

I needed assistance to revise/revamp a bead bracelet that was too tight. I called Beads and they thought they could help with this task. I stopped by and after explaining the problem, they made suggestions on best way to proceed for the least cost. I agreed; they promptly fixed my bracelet so that it fits properly and looks even better than before. Perfect customer service! I do not hesitate to recommend this store not only for their impeccable service but their inventory looked amazing as well! Score! read more

The service her was fine but the prices where through the roof. When I was shopping the beads where cheap the pendants where cheep and all was good. We finished up and the total was crazy. They did not tell us the price of string or even the price it would be to work at their table. That's right it cost 20$ to use their tables for an hour! Ridiculous! The jewelry was good and we had fun but if you want to loose all the money you have ever had go to beads. read more

In the mood for some jewelry? This is the only place to go! Seriously these people know how to create one of a kind pieces. And the open airy shop (set up in an old house!) makes you want to stay and wander all day. They have complimentary beverages and I'm dying to host a party with my ladies some time soon! read more

This is by far the BEST bead store in Charlotte. The staff was amazingly helpful and they have so many beads at all price levels. I have been fascinated with making necklaces and other jewelry but have never had the skills to go for it. Beads, Inc. offers amazing basic skills classes for FREE! My husband and I took the Saturday morning class together. They were so welcoming and friendly it took all of the intimidation out of the experience. I bought the bracelet my husband made and he is so proud that he made it for me. I can't recommend this shop enough. The staff was so amazing, my husband even wants to go back! Thank you for such an amazing experience and for being a treasure of a local shop in our city. read more

I visited this bead shop for the first time recently. I can't believe what I have been missing! Cute little shop with oh so many pretties. One of the girls helped me design a pair of fab earrings and they were reasonably priced. I will be going back, soon! read more

I was in the area and I went in. Need to find my s good shop to search for unique findings, I did and was impressed of this upscale beading shop. Loved it I will go back. Love their style. It was easy to find my findings. The women were nice and very helpful. Irma was coming but had to check the shop out. read more

This was my first visit to Beads inc., but the staff treated me like I was a longtime customer. They quickly learned my name, answered all of my questions, taught me a wonderful new technique and helped me pick out items for a project. The atmosphere is inviting and the prices are reasonable. I was impressed. read more

I am in love with this place!! The girls that work there are aaamazing. So sweet and helpful. I always spend too much money there! I wish prices were a little lower, but I just can't resist! read more

Held my daughters 10th birthday party hear after hours. We had a great time! The staff was fantastic and so good with the girls. Thank you!

While exploring the Charlotte area for a Bead Store I came across Beads Inc. I felt like I was walking into a Doll House. The store and it's ambiance is soooooooo inspiring, elegant, inviting, organized and well stocked. The aesthetic was unlike anything I had ever seen in a bead shop. They have big wooden work tables and stools for doing projects and taking classes. The have beads displayed in beautiful hollowed out picture frames hanging on the walls like works of art. Each room is housed with an array of beautiful and unique beads by the strand that are of great quality and reasonably priced. They even have a room full of unparalleled loose beads. I felt like a kid in a toy store. Not only can you go in to purchase beads and beading materials for your beading needs. You can drop in at anytime for assistance with your project. You can even shop and create in the same visit. On my first visit to the shop last week I was greeted by all the staff and they were all eager to assist and accommodate my shopping needs. I not only purchased beads, but one of the owners Anne made every effort to give me a tutorial on how to add a toggle closure to my bracelets. I was so impressed with their willingness to help and their stellar customer service that I returned a few days later to do more shopping and another project. I wanted to make a necklace something I had never done before. I had the vision I just didn't know how to put it together cohesively. I showed and explained to the other store owner Christine what I wanted and she stood by my side from beginning to end helping me develop my piece. If you are a creative jewelry maker like myself, a beginner or just love all things beads then Beads Inc. is the place for you. You can follow them on "Instagram" at Beadinccharlotte and on "House Account". So what are you waiting for...........rush on over to Beads Inc. Happy Beading! read more

This shop has it all! For years I've admired a girlfriends jewelry and she always told me she went here to have it custom made. Finally I stopped when I had some free time after an appointment near uptown. Boy am I glad I did. It was like walking into a grown woman's candy store. I walked around at first to just soak it all in. They have some lovely already made pieces and then what seemed like thousands of different beads and strands and chains that you can mix and match and create. I've never made my own jewelry before but the sweet girls running around helping everyone said they could easily make it for me. I settled on a cool purple glass bead and some tiny chain tassels and had them make me some earrings.II'm delighted to say my custom earrings were about $20! They don't even charge you to make it! I'm wearing them now with my favorite sweater and don't want to take them off! Can't wait to go back and spend some more time. I even plan on bringing in a blouse I can't seem to find the right necklace to match the neckline. I bet those creative ladies will have a solution for me in no time! read more