Selection is great. Some really cool stuff and every color you could want. I gave this store 3 stars because the employees were very clearly not interested in the customers. The male employee came across as snobby and I just didn't feel welcome. read more

Super helpful knowledgeable staff. Their selection was amazing, from seed beads to precious stones, they had almost everything I needed for my projects. I've shopped bead stores from Washington to Florida and Beadweaver has one of the best selections I've come across. read more

Beadweaver of Santa Fe is a true treasure. I recently visited to find a birthday gift for my daughter and left with a beautiful pair of earrings--and the inspiration to return and make something myself next time. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind as I chose among so many stunning options. The finished jewelry, crafted by the owners and staff, is vibrant, artful, and full of heart. Each piece feels unique and lovingly made. But the store is so much more than a jewelry shop--it's a haven for creativity. Walls and displays are filled with every color and type of bead imaginable: stone, glass, crystal, and more. It's a dream for both seasoned beaders and those just beginning to imagine what they might create. And don't miss their collection of stickers! It's playful, unexpected, and completely delightful. If you're in Santa Fe and love beauty, color, and handmade magic, Beadweaver is not to be missed. read more

Visited Beadweaver 10 years ago and it was top of my list as I'm in Santa Fe again. Store remains a find with such a variety of beads, findings and surprises. Prices are great and found some great sales too. And....the staff are knowledgeable and helpful! read more

Beautiful turquoise beads along with a great selection of numerous other beads. Excellent seed bead inventory.

Oh my gosh, how can I count the many ways that I love Beadweaver. The owners have such a special flair for stocking all of the right things, and they work really hard to keep prices affordable. They, and the other employees, always go out of their way to make everyone feel welcomed and to help no matter how minute the question. I have visited bead shops in most of the major cities in the US, and I always leave them wishing I were at Beadweaver. Thank you so much for hanging in during the pandemic and for being the awesome people and providing the awesome experience that you do! read more

I'm still trying to figure out what my friend and I did to rub the workers off the wrong way. We went in with the idea to create matching bracelets together. Now this wasn't the first time we went to the store. The first time we went the workers were extremely friendly and HELPFUL. When you go into a store like this without a clue where to start - you can be easily overwhelmed. This is where direction and assistance is beneficial. Anyway - it seemed like we were bothering the workers when we needed help. Specifically the tatted caucasian woman with the short bleached blonde hair. She was not a fan of us at all. We inquired about pendants, beads, string - you name it. We needed help. Once we figured out what we wanted and purchased our material, we asked if we could work on our bracelets inside the store. We were told no. They let us know we could go next door to the coffee shop. Sure. Went next door, worked on some stuff. Went back to bead weaver and asked to borrow scissors. We were given looks. Then we asked if we could throw the small card board case for the superglue away and the blonde woman said we couldn't use their trash... So again - we weren't made to feel welcome. Not 100% sure what we did. We were for sure excited to make bracelets and the very first time we came to this store it was such a great experience thats why we came back. But after this last time I can for certain say I will not return and will instead go to Michael's. read more

They seem nice at first then change when you try to return something. They try and sell you things you don't need. Curly hair bleach blond with cabbage patch face copped an attitude. Plus they are too expensive. read more

Nice store. A little overpriced. The reason I rated it a Msybe is that they won't let you use the bathroom. I am temporarily handicapped and they still denied me. You have to walk to the grocery store in the shopping center and use their bathroom. Shame on Beadweaver. read more

Very cool spot and great find! Went in on a whim and left with the desire to start making jewelry! There are really fun and unique charms, not just the typical beads, but really whimsical and cool things! Rebecca was very kind and knowledgeable. She helped me with options for earring hooks and never once made me feel unwelcome for being a complete beading newbie. I really appreciate her insight! Be advised that they can show you the ropes and answer any and all questions you may have, but due to spacial limitations, you can't actually make jewelry in the shop. But again, they will set you up for success. And if you have holiday shopping to due, definitely you can find something there read more

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Been in and out of bead weaver for over a decade and they've always been the most pleasant and have a massive selection to choose from. Support a local business owned by some of the best people in Santa Fe!! read more

My new favorite bead store! Amazing collection of stone beads, plus all the parts you need to finish a piece. Largest collection of Tierracast metal findings that I've ever seen in person. Very attentive, friendly, and helpful! Thank you!! read more

I travel to New Mexico and when I do being the beader that I am I will not pass up going to Beadweaver. Their store is beautiful and the service is wonderful. I have been going their for more than 10 years and I am so excited that they are now on line. They have always been available for questions. The last time I was in I was making three necklaces and the person behind the counter was very helpful. Thank you for who you are and the service that you give. read more

I lost time in this place, as well as money, but I'm hoping to at least earn the money back with the beads I purchased. The time lost is lost for good, but for good reason: this place has a stunning collection of beads and for the serious beadsmistresses, it would be easy to blow half a grand in an afternoon. Not that I would know.... At least two hours after entering this store I walked out with a small bag stuffed full of beads and crimps and claws and wings and cinnabar and sterling silver and a handful of new ideas begging to be made real. The generous collection of sterling silver, gunmetal, and cinnabar beads were luxury purchases for me, and from the southwestern color scheme, which is dazzling on any skin tone (turquoise blue and green, rust, cinnamon, orange, and paprika), to the myriad of closures of all kinds, including at least three different styles of magnet closures and clasps, though I absolutely did not need to spend $400 on beads in Santa Fe, how could I help myself? For partner shopping, here's a tip, ladies: buy your husband an ice cream next door. read more

Love this place! Bought a necklace here several years ago for a dear friend and we went back to day - they fixed it..Great service, and beads I have never seen anywhere else... Also good selection of crds and cool gifts. The staff was lovely, helpful and very creative. A warm and welcoming place to buy beautiful handmade, jewelry and pick out unique things to make your own. read more

I love this store and the people that work there! The inventory of all kinds of beads, chains, and jewelry-making pieces as well as gorgeous yummy finished jewelry and other unique and eclectic art is wonderful! The staff has helped build jewelry right on site from pieces that I picked out and they've done some awesome repairs of favorite jewelry I didn't think I would be able to save. I get gifts for all my family here- of course it always averages a couple for me to every one for them! I never walk out empty handed, there is always something fun and unique to admire. I took a friend there last weekend who is an artist from Vermont- She loved it as much as me. Our whole trip to explore Santa Fe was spent in the Beadweaver! read more

This is my go to bead store in Santa Fe. What a great selection of turquoise, seed beads, metallic leather cord, and silk cord in every size and color. There is always something unique that I find when I'm there. They have everything that any beader needs from beginner to professional. The beaded jewelry, that I think is made by owners Sudasi and Ruthie is exquisite. Super helpful and knowledgeable about all things beading. 10 stars!!! read more

I am not a craft person and I do not work with beads but Beadweaver is one of my favorite places to visit and drool over the lovely creations- and maybe get my grandmothers pearls restrung, or design a necklace with the expert help of the friendly, creative staff. There are cards, lovely bags for your precious ritual items (or for your makeup) The earring selection is out of this world- I was particularly taken with the crystal skulls last Halloween. Of course, if I where an artist working with beads, this would be my ultimate Mecca. Beadweaver is one of those uniquely inspiring,slightly eccentric and utterly lovable small Santa Fe businesses which never fail to envelop visitors in a colorful ambience of warmth and creativity. read more

I've only been in the store once. The beads are so beautiful and unique. I found the staff helpful and dedicated to customer service. I live in Colorado, but I plan to return for another shopping trip soon. I highly recommend this shop. read more

Where do I begin?? Such a great store with an amazing variety of beads! I have bought a few items from them as well and always get compliments on them.. The staff was eager to help with my questions and I had a pleasant experience. I wish we had a store like this near me so I could visit more often.. I can't wait to go back! read more

Hands down THE BEST bead shop I've had the pleasure of frequenting. The selection of beads and semi- precious stones is always high quality, unique and fun, and the staff is super friendly, knowledgeable and as helpful as you need them to be. Always my first stop during annual visits to Santa Fe read more

Well now I think I was profiled...I had my work shirt on that had the reservations name on it. And it's Indian Market weekend too. If I could give them a negative stars I so would! I spent my lunch break going to a bead store in Santa Fe (mind you I do NOT like Santa Fe at all). The stores name is Beadweaver located at 503 old Santa Fe trail. I just needed some AB beads in and out real fast, so I thought. There were people cashing out when I arrived and they were being well taken care of from what I could hear. The customer was even allowed to leave their merchandise there while they walked around town (from what I understood their purchase $170. Something). I located the size 11's and started looking for the beads that I needed. I couldn't find the red AB so I asked for help. He went and looked for a few seconds through some beads on a cart then walked away from that. I had to ask him if he found them he plainly said no. I said let me look at the website maybe I gave you the wrong number. By this time he was behind the counter while I think it was the owner on the phone ordering food for them. Neither of them paid attention to me as I was standing right in front of them, but she was on the phone and asking the guy who was helping me crispy or soft chicken tacos. Crispy he said. Once that transaction was completed I told him the number 425A is the correct number he's like let me look that up in the computer. He doesn't go to the computer he goes to a project, I think, picks up pliers and starts bending metal so I just wait, and wait, and wait (a 5 minute wait, mind you that's a long time for someone who is waiting). So I stand right in front of him and he goes oh yeah what's that number again. I just look at him and place my beads on the counter and walk out. read more

This store has beautiful beads; however, they are very expensive. I guess that's Santa Fe for you!

Great shop w incredible selection I will go there every time. Bought a beaded pouch and other jewels. Thanks for great service

Now, I'm no jewelry maker or craftsperson. But if you are a man looking for a bauble for yourself or a sweetie, this is a fun, out-of-the-box place to check. Very friendly, helpful staff who can help you sort through beads, trinkets, stones, amulets, and other items with which to festoon earrings, necklaces, and things I don't know the names of. Also, there's a great coffee shop next door if you are with someone who wants to shop for such things, and you'd like to show support while going off to get yourself caffeinated. read more

I love Beadweaver. Unlike other bead stores in the area, it is very clean and well-organized, spacious yet friendly. The owners, Sudasi and Ruth, are super helpful, knowledgable, and talented as are the other employees. Best of all is the great selection of gemstones, seed beads, pendants, and findings. I've been making jewelry for 25 years, I shop all over the country, and Beadweaver always has beads I've not seen before and cool finds like silver antler pendants, tiny cast bronze bird skulls, wing pendants, great chain selection. And good prices, too. simply the best. read more

Easily the best bead store in Santa Fe. Fair prices, great selection, knowledgable and helpful staff; bright, light, clean, place to shop. My granddaughter and I both love to bead, and we created many happy memories together shopping here during her visit. And then we made masterpieces at home with our haul! read more

A wonderful shop, pleasing to the senses, stimulating the creative impulse, and beauty everywhere you turn. You don't need to be a beader to appreciate and enjoy. Beautiful jewelery and gifts galore, Bead Weaver is one of my favorite places! read more

I have to say that this is my favorite new bead store in Santa Fe. I was in earlier today and I had a great experience there. I was already bummed after having gone into a bead store across town that was just not fun. THE VISIT HERE MADE MY DAY! One of the ladies behind the counter was really sweet and helped me by making a few chains for me. They have a good selection and they don't make you feel like you are an imposition. Every time I have been in someone has always said hello and has helped me to the right section of the store. If I ask for an approximate count on a vial of beads they know it ( they don't tell you... I don't know, we don't count them) In the future I will be recommending this shop to everybody. It will sound a bit strange but I was so happy when I left that I was a bit teary eyed (my fiance thinks I'm nuts) but after my earlier experience across town this was the total opposite and it was so nice and refreshing to be in such a positive, friendly place. read more