Beads, tools and other supplies are available at most craft shops, local bead stores and from many Internet stores. Internet stores may appear cheaper, but keep shipping costs in mind. Beware of inexpensive beads sold at chain stores that may be poor quality. Irregular beads are not good for beadweaving, but may be fine for stringing projects.
Local Bead Stores
10% discount with SCA ID
7575 W. Washington Ave, Ste 131
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 233-2450
10% Senior Discount before noon
1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Ste 160
Henderson, NV 89012
(702) 432-2323
Nevada Gemstones (lots of findings, no seed beads)
Open noon-5pm, Mon-Sun
3280 E Tropicana Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 248-3056
Bass Pro Shop (by Silverton Casino)
(Fireline, thread burners/cutters, storage boxes)
8200 Dean Martin Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89139
(702) 730-5200
Internet Resources
These websites include free tutorials, patterns and other information. Some also sell beads and supplies.
auracrystals.com
Interweave.com
FusionBeads (Amazon)
aroundthebeadingtable.com
jillwisemandesigns.com
youtube.com
artbeads.com
pinterest.com
firemountaingems.com
PotomacBeads.com
javallebeads.com "Miyuki Mondays" 10% discount with
Discount Code MMddmm (ddmm is the current date)
Classes
Informal instruction is available for new beaders free of charge at our group meetings. Classes are also offered at local bead stores including Bead Haven and Bead Jungle. Some classes are free, but the store may expect you to purchase your supplies there. See their websites for schedules and details.
Magazines
Bead & Button (discontinued in 2020)
Beadwork (discontinued in 2021)
Art Jewelry
Bead Charts and Calculators
Delica Color Chart
Swarovski to Czech Crystal Color Conversion Chart
Delica to Miyuki Seed Bead Color Conversion
Bead Count Per Gram Package Chart
Wire Gage-Inches-Millimeter Conversion Chart
Delicas (size 11/0) have about 230 beads per gram. To convert Delica Bead Count to Grams, divide the bead count by 230.