San Gabriel Bead Co.

Karen Nan Trunk Show - Sat., February 11

2012-01-24T09:55:00.000-08:00

Karen Nan and her lovely handmade glass fused hearts will be here on Saturday, February 11. Because Karen is such a kind person, she will show you how to wire wrap the piece upon your purchase of her beads!

SILK ROAD TREASURES TRUNK SHOW - Thursday, January 19 - Sunday, January 22

2012-01-11T07:52:00.000-08:00

Coming Thursday, January 19 through Sunday, January 22, we will be having Silk Road Treasures and their earthly, exotic beads and wares from Afghanistan. Always a treat, they bring all sorts of antiquities, textiles, and semi-precious gemstones. And if you're a fan of lapis, you're in luck because they have some of the highest quality and unique lapis pieces.

HOLIDAY SEASON

2011-12-13T15:18:00.000-08:00

Thank you all for coming out during the Big Bad Bead Sale through all the road closures and fallen limbs. Many of you braved much to get to our store and we hope that we lived up to your expectations. Extra thanks to those of you expressing your concern for us and for sharing your stories with us--it was through many of you that we learned of the news as many on our staff lost power. Please note that we will be closed during Christmas Eve (Sat, 12/24) and Christmas Day (Sun, 12/25) as well as the following weekend, New Year's Eve (Sat, 12/31) and New Year's Day (Sun, 1/1/2012). We wish everyone a safe and wonderful holiday season!

WINTER BOUTIQUE - Friday, December 9 - Sunday, December 11

2011-12-06T08:17:00.000-08:00

We missed you during our Winter Boutique during Thanksgiving Weekend. So we're doing it again, this weekend, Friday, December 9 to Sunday, December 11. Handmade jewelry and accessories by the staff of the San Gabriel Bead Company. Items are beautifully crafted and creative. Support your local artist!

HIGH WINDS

2011-12-01T14:53:00.000-08:00

San Gabriel Bead Company has fared o.k. from last night's howling Santa Ana winds. We do have parts of trees on our roof and we hope to get that removed without our power being affected. We will be closed today at 4pm. We hope to resume normal operations on Friday from 12-6pm but if you have any questions or concerns, please call our store before arriving.

HOLIDAY STAFF BOUTIQUE - Friday, November 25 - Sunday, November 27

2011-11-21T07:46:00.000-08:00

Include the San Gabriel Bead Company in your after Thanksgiving shopping plans! This weekend we'll be having the Holiday Staff Boutique with lots of handmade jewelry, beautifully made by the staff of the San Gabriel Bead Company. Support your local artists! And don't forget, for those American Express cardholders who signed up for Small Business Saturday, your card is welcomed at our store!

Thai Silver Trunk Show - Fri, Nov 18 to Sun, Nov 20

2011-11-13T09:00:00.000-08:00

More gorgeous lovely Thai silver coming up this Friday, November 18 through Sunday, November 20! Thai silver in charms, beads, and also made jewelry such as bracelets and necklaces. And, beautiful accessories from Thailand as well such as scarves, bags, and clothing items. All beautiful and well-made and artistic!

Semi-Precious Trunk Show, Fri, Nov 11 & Sat, Nov 12

2011-11-09T08:50:00.000-08:00

Load up on some sparkly, beautiful gemstones for the holidays! This Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12!

The ChainMaille Lady Trunk Show - Sat, November 5 & Sun., November 6

2011-10-18T09:02:00.000-07:00

Lauren “The ChainMaille Lady” Andersen is the author of two chainmaille books: “Basics Of
Chain Maille” & “Advanced Chain Maille”. She has appeared on the TV show Beads, Baubles &
Jewels & Jewel School™ on JTV®. She is also a member of the Beadalon® Design Team.
Several of her designs have been published in Step By Step Wire Magazine. We can't wait to have her here on Saturday, November 5 and Sunday, November 6.

Kazuri Beads Trunk Show - Sat, October 8

2011-09-18T11:14:00.000-07:00

The Kazuri Beads Trunk Show will be here on Saturday, October 8 from 10am-6pm. These lovely ceramic beads are handmade by the people in Kenya and helps support their livelihood. If they seem familiar, they have been recently featured in a well-known brand of jewelry. You can make your own lovely jewelry with these graphic, well-made precious beads.

SERENDIPITY SALVAGE - Fri, Sept 9 & Sat, Sept 10

2011-09-06T11:15:00.000-07:00

Come visit Serendipity Salvage on their first show here at The San Gabriel Bead Company. Cute odds and ends, cameos, cabochons, and other beautiful salvaged pieces for your jewelry work as well as for the mixed media artist. They're be here on Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10.

SILK ROAD TREASURE TRUNK SHOW CANCELLED

2011-08-31T14:39:00.001-07:00

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Silk Road Treasures Trunk Show has been cancelled for this weekend, Sept 1-4. We're looking forward to a visit from Ahmad in 2012. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please come visit us this weekend for the bead sale!!! And have a great labor day weekend!

BEAD SALE & TRUNK SHOW - Thurs, Sept 1-Sun, Sept 4

2011-08-28T11:34:00.000-07:00

We're having a bead sale starting this Thursday, September 1! All beads will be on sale at 20% off. If you haven't been in the store this past month, we have been busily putting out our huge shipment of freshwater pearls and semi-precious gemstones. It's worth checking out. And don't forget to stop by the Silk Road Treasures Trunk show. As always, Ahmad will have lovely unique treasures from Afghanistan. The sale and the trunk show ends Sunday, September 4.

Semi-Precious Gemstones - Fri, Aug 26 & Sat, Aug 27

2011-08-25T08:41:00.000-07:00

Theodore is back! He'll be here this Friday and Saturday with his semi-precious goodies, er, I mean, semi-precious gemstones. You'll find lots of lovely briolettes and freshwater pearls. And if you're in it for the cabochons, ask him nicely and he'll show you. (Don't forget to pick up your rules and glossy brochure for the Shop Hop while you're here.)

BEAD SHOP HOP -- two weekends in September

2011-08-21T09:31:00.000-07:00

The Bead Shop Hop is coming up! "What is it?," you ask. It is an opportunity to visit local bead stores in Southern California. Held over specially designated weekends, you visit bead stores and get freebies and check out their stores and events and possibly do some shopping as well. Then you visit the next store. At each store, you have your passport and you get it stamped. The more stores you visit and the more stamps you collect, you may be entered into special raffles for prizes. Prizes are distributed according to stamps collected per region (there are 3 regions) or if you're super adventurous, for visiting all the participatiing bead stores in Southern California. Visit the San Gabriel Bead Company for this detailed information about the shop hop. You may want to plan your route ahead of time! The Bead Shop Hop is happening over two weekends in September, from Thursday-Sunday of September 8-11 and 15-18.

Soft Flex Likes Us!

2011-08-10T09:05:00.001-07:00

We'ved just been selected as the bead store of the month for the month of August by the friendly people at Soft Flex Company. Check out our write-up. We hope our little story and pictures were enticing you to come visit our store--may I suggest visiting us this Friday, August 12 from 5-8pm for Beader's Night Out? See below posts for further information.

Thai Silver Trunk Show - Friday, August 12 through Sunday, August 14

2011-07-31T11:15:00.001-07:00

Don't miss out on more beautiful Thai Silver this weekend starting Friday, August 12 through Sunday, August 14. You'll find designs from Lisa that you won't find anywhere else.

BEADER'S NIGHT OUT - Friday, August 12 5-8pm

2011-07-31T11:08:00.001-07:00

A special day just for you!!! On Friday, August 12, from 5-8pm, all participating Southern California Local Bead Stores (this means us, San Gabriel Bead Company) will be hosting a fun-filled night packed with special promotions, activities, snacks, and more! We will also be providing more information on the Bead Shop Hop on this day. Don't forget, the Bead Shop Hop is happening between two weekends, Thurs-Sun, Sept 8-11 and September 15-18.

P.S. Our Thai Silver trunk show will be extended on Friday, August 12 to 8pm.

AngieAnne Domino Pendant Trunk Show - Saturday, July 23

2011-07-12T15:15:00.000-07:00

Who loves dominos? You'll love these even more! AngieAnne will be bringing her beautiful illustrative domino pendants this Saturday, July 23. Evoking travel, style, and art from the past, her dominos are a delight.

Jennifer Morris Trunk Show - Sat & Sun, July 9 & 10

2011-06-29T09:10:00.000-07:00

This is a trunk show that we don't have very often so you don't want to miss out: Saturday, July 9 and Sunday, July 10. Oh yeah, did I tell you that her artwork is one of a kind and each are unique so you don't want to miss out on that either. Jennifer makes beautiful polymer clay pendants, earrings, beads, that have been featured in Beadwork, Stringing, and she was also a featured seller on etsy.com. And most importantly, Jennifer is one of our own--she got her start here at San Gabriel Bead Company when we were at Clearman's Village in San Gabriel. Come visit her, stop by and say "hi!", and enjoy her goods!

Vintage Bead and Button Trunk Show - Sat, June 25 & Sun, June 26

2011-06-21T09:10:00.001-07:00

We're having a vintage bead and button trunk show this weekend! Don't miss these German glass beauties. Visit us on Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26 for the show. We also have some button samples on display right now for you to have ideas on what to do with buttons.

Kazuri Beads Trunk Show - Sat., June 18

2011-06-05T09:35:00.001-07:00

For one day only, we'll be having the Kazuri Bead Trunk Show. Come visit us on Saturday, June 18, to view the vast selection of ceramic beads handmade by the people of Kenya.

SUMMER SALE - Thurs, June 2 - Sun, June 5

2011-05-31T08:49:00.000-07:00

We'll be having our summer sale this weekend starting on Thursday, June 2 through Sunday, June 5. The sale will be 20% off on beads!!!! Beads include crimp beads, charms, crystals, connectors, seed beads, glass strands, etc.

Semi-Precious Gemstone Trunk Show - Friday, May 27 - Saturday, May 28

2011-05-24T14:16:00.000-07:00

We'll be having another semi-precious gemstones trunk show on Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28. Lots of lovely briolettes and freshwater pearls!

VINTAGE LUCITE TRUNK SHOW - Friday, May 6 - Sunday, May 15

2011-05-04T07:54:00.000-07:00

We're having a vintage lucite trunk show!!! Lovely colorful flowers, beads, and other unusual shapes. Catch it during regular store hours...

And they sent us some lovely vintage metal too! Project samples and ideas are available for viewing as well.

Spring Boutique - April 29 to May 1

2011-04-20T07:57:00.000-07:00

Support your local artists! The staff of the San Gabriel Bead Company will be hosting a Spring Boutique of their handmade items. Beautiful, unique, and always well-made, the talented staff will have you ready for Mother's Day or just for you for Spring.

** Please come visit the boutique during Beader's Night Out on Friday, April 29 from 5-8pm.

BEADER'S NIGHT OUT - Friday, April 29 5-8pm

2011-04-19T08:35:00.000-07:00

As a part of the Southern California Bead Retaileer's Association, San Gabriel Bead Company will be partaking in the Beader's Night Out that is happening throughout the southland on Friday, April 29 from 5-8pm. Keep checking back with us on our blog or facebook to get up-to-date information on this event. Already we have a make-and-take lined up and our annual Spring Boutique of handmade items by the staff of the San Gabriel Bead Company.

Klew Expressions - Saturday, April 16

2011-04-10T10:48:00.000-07:00

Klew and her beautiful polymer beads will be here Saturday, April 16, for one day only! Beautiful beads with a mysterious amazing quality about them, Klew is one of our top contemporary polymer artists!

Thai Silver Trunk Show - April 8-10

2011-04-05T16:10:00.000-07:00

Don't miss out on more beautiful Thai Silver this weekend starting Friday, April 8 through Sunday, April 10. You'll find designs from Lisa that you won't find anywhere else.

Melanie Doerman Trunk Show - Saturday, March 26 & Sunday, March 27

2011-03-09T08:32:00.000-08:00

The lovely Melanie Doerman and her beading expertise will be here on Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27, selling her beading kits. Featured in Belle Armoire Jewelry and Beadwork, Melanie is a bead artist who can articulate beading into a tangible beautiful object. (Pictured on the right is her Kaleidoscope Kit, available for purchase as a kit.)

Bead Sale - Thurs, March 3 - Sun, March 6

2011-02-27T10:38:00.000-08:00

20% off beads in stock this Thursday, March 3, through Sunday, March 6. Reminder, this sale is for beads, beads, beads, beads, does not include findings, books, or wire. (Exclusions do apply.) See you then!

Silk Road Treasures Trunk Show - Thurs., Feb 17 to Sun., Feb 20

2011-02-16T08:37:00.000-08:00

Silk Road Treasures will be bringing their beautiful lapis, Persian turquoise, and museum quality handmade items this weekend. This four day show staring on Thursday, February 17, takes two days to set up all their beautiful goods. Loads of unusual semi-precious stones, ancient Roman glass, fabric printing blocks, and other gorgeous goods from Afghanistan will be on display as well. Ends on Sunday, February 20.

Charlie's Creations Trunk Show - Sat., February 5

2011-02-01T08:33:00.000-08:00

We'll be hosting another local artist this Saturday, February 5. Charlie Warner of Charlie's Creations will have a variety of her beautiful handmade lampwork glass beads.

Semi-Precious Gems Trunk Show - Fri, Jan 28- Sun., Jan 30

2011-01-23T11:51:00.000-08:00

Starting this Friday, January 28, we will be having a semi-precious trunk show! Theodore usually brings his briolettes of all kinds of semi-precious as well as other style of gems. He also has some freshwater pearls as well. The show runs through this weekend to Sunday, January 30.

AngieAnne Domino Pendant Trunk Show - Sat, January 15

2011-01-13T08:45:00.000-08:00

Who loves dominos? You'll love these even more! AngieAnne will be bringing her beautiful illustrative domino pendants this Saturday, January 15. Evoking travel, style, and art from the past, her dominos are a delight.

(P.S. Our other trunk show, the Venetian beads and vintage Swaroski crystals is still happening. Catch two shows at once!)

Fancy Beads In-Store Trunk Show

2011-01-06T11:21:00.001-08:00

Our in-store trunk show with Fancy Beads begins on Saturday, January 8 through Sunday, January 16. Don't miss out on the Venetian glass beads and crystals such as connectors, squaredells, and drops/charms. (Sorry, they didn't send us any marcasite.)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

2010-12-16T09:17:00.000-08:00

Just a reminder that SGBC will be closed next Friday, December 24 and Saturday, December 25. And the following week, we will be closed Friday, December 31 and Saturday, January 1. HAPPY HOLIDAYS and thank you for your continued support throughout the year!

Staff Holiday Boutique / Fri., Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 12

2010-11-28T11:16:00.000-08:00

Don't miss our holiday boutique from Friday, December 10 through Sunday, December 12. Items are all handcrafted by the staff at the San Gabriel Bead Company. You will find quality made jewelry, paper crafts, scarves, and aprons. Perfect for the hard-to-buy, perfect for unique items you can't get anywhere else. And you'll be supporting local artists as well!

SO MANY UPCOMING EVENTS!

2010-11-18T08:48:00.000-08:00

We have lots of important and exciting events coming up!

Saturday, November 27, is Small Business Saturday. Like Black Friday and Cyber Mondays, a new movement is being launched called Small Business Saturday. This is in support of local businesses such as your friendly neighborhood bead store and other small businesses as well as restaurants. American Express is having an offer for cardholders to register at SmallBusinessSaturday.com with your card number in order to participate and get a $25 statement credit. Don't delay, they are only doing this for the first 100,000 registrants!!! And just a reminder, there are some fine beads here you can get for $25!!!

Friday, November 26 & Saturday, November 27--We will be hosting a Jingle Bell Jewelry Jam. This is a jewelry boutique being sponsored by the New Metal Artists, the Los Angeles Chapter of the Precious Metal Clay Guild. You can find all sorts of fine goodies made in precious metal clay by some of our local artists of that medium.

Friday, December 3 - Friday, December 10--Our big ANNUAL BIG BAD BEAD SALE where beads, books, tools, and other supplies are 25%. Limited to stock on hand and does not apply to trunk show items, already discounted items, previous purchases, returns, items on hold, workshops, or gift certificates. Discounts cannot be combined with another.

Friday, December 3 - Sunday, December 5--Crystal Trunk Show. You'll find lots of beautiful vintage and contemporary crystals at this trunk show.

Thai Silver Trunk Show - Friday, Nov 19 - Sunday, Nov 21

2010-11-10T09:06:00.000-08:00

Don't miss the last Thai Silver Trunk Show of the year! Lots of gorgeous Thai silver charms, beads, and ready-made jewelry. Lisa usually brings some extra surprises like Tibetian bowls, gorgeous silk scarves, handbags and apparel.

ART MY WAY - Saturday, November 6

2010-11-04T14:47:00.001-07:00

Terrill Helander of Art My Way has stepped in for us this Saturday and will be having a trunk show. She makes these wooden pendants with fine art pictures. Come check it out this Saturday, November 6, from 10am-6pm.

Vintage Button Trunk Show - CANCELLED

2010-11-03T14:27:00.000-07:00

Unfortunately, our vendor for the vintage bead and button show had a mishap and had to cancel his show. We're sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused and hope to reschedule for the future.

Vintage Button Trunk Show - November 6 & 7

2010-10-26T07:25:00.000-07:00

Don't miss the lovely strands of vintage buttons on Saturday, November 6 and Sunday, November 7. Also on hand will be some vintage beads.

Kazuri Bead Trunk Show - Saturday, October 23

2010-10-05T15:31:00.000-07:00

For one day only, we'll be having the Kazuri Bead Trunk Show. Come visit us on Saturday, October 23, to view the vast selection of ceramic beads handmade by the people of Kenya.

Semi-Precious Stones Trunk Show - Fri, Sept 24 - Sun, Sept 26

2010-09-22T08:22:00.000-07:00

Can't make it down to Santa Monica this weekend? Don't miss out on the pretty gems we have this weekend starting on Friday through Sunday. You'll find lots of briolettes and pearls of the high quality variety.

Peyote Basics - Thursday, September 16

2010-09-14T08:39:00.000-07:00

There are still a few spaces left for this Thursday's Peyote Basics class from 6-10pm. Remember, you must have knowledge of peyote in order to take Nancy Compston's intermediate classes in October. Please call the store to check for space availability and to sign up.

EXTENDED HOURS FOR SHOP-HOP

2010-09-08T07:46:00.000-07:00

This weekend and the next, we'll be having extended hours at the store for the shop-hoppers and our regular customers. Our hours are: Thursday, September 9 & 16 (10am-9pm), Friday, September 10 & 17 (10am-7pm), Saturday, September 11 & 18 (10am-7pm), and Sunday, September 12 & 19 (12-6pm).

The passport booklets have arrived and they look great! You can pick yours up at the store for $8. Each booklet has detailed information about each bead store, coupons for stores, and detailed route information. Also, in order to participate in the scavenger hunt, you must purchase this booklet.

MINI-WORKSHOP AND WORKSHOPS

2010-09-07T15:48:00.000-07:00

We have a plethora of workshop details to tell you about. (1) We are offering a mini-workshop this weekend starting Thursday, September 9 through Sunday, September 12. This is being held in conjunction with the bead shop-hop that starts this weekend. Everyone is welcomed to come and learn and make their own "beaded bobby pin" for free. (2) Our first classes will begin this weekend. As of the current posting, we have spaces in both the Bead Stringing Basics (Sat., Sept 11, 10am-1:30pm) and Making Ends Meet (Sat., Sept 11, 2:30-5:30pm). We recommend that you come on by or call us to register and to check for availability. (3) Our October schedule is complete and available at the store! For those interested in the intermediate beading classes offered by Nancy Compston in October, knowledge of Peyote Basics is required. This means that we highly recommend that you take the Peyote Basics beforehand, such as the one available on Thursday, September 16, taught by Liz Smith. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or visit us!!!

BEAD SALE AND SILK ROAD TREASURES TRUNK SHOW / SEPTEMBER 2-5

2010-08-24T15:09:00.000-07:00

Don't miss out on our quarterly sale that's coming up September 2-5. We'ved extended our sale to begin on Thursday in case you're venturing out during the Labor Day weekend. The sale will be 20% off beads (exclusions do apply.)

Also that weekend, we will be having Silk Road Treasures and their earthly, exotic beads and wares from Afghanistan. Always a treat, they bring all sorts of antiquities, textiles, and semi-precious gemstones. And if you're a fan of lapis, you're in luck because they have some of the highest quality and unique lapis pieces.

Countdown to Christmas!

2010-08-12T15:34:00.000-07:00

We now have 6 different varieties of these popular Christmas Tree earring sets. Yes, we're starting early due to last year's overwhelming demand. As always, first come, first serve, and limited to availability on hand. Call ahead if there is something specific you're looking for. And lastly, check back often as our selection does change.

SECOND WEEKEND ADDED TO SHOP HOP - SEPT 16-19

2010-08-10T09:42:00.001-07:00

Due to demand, the shop hop will run through two weekends, September 9-12 and also September 16-19. This means you'll have more time to visit the bead stores across the Southland, collect your free gifts at each store, be entered for drawings for prizes, and participate in any special events. Keep connected with us as we'll post further details on the fun you'll have at the San Gabriel Bead Company during these weekends!!!

OUR BASIC WORKSHOPS ARE BACK!!!

2010-08-05T09:02:00.000-07:00

We currently have the September workshop schedule completed. We are in the process now of working with technology and getting it on our website. In the meantime, here is the list of classes:
Sat, Sept 11 Bead Stringing Basics
Sat, Sept 11 Making Ends Meet
Thurs., Sept 16 Peyote Basics
Sat., Sept 18 Gemstone Seminar
Thurs., Sept 23 Earring Basics
Sat., Sept 25 Wire Linking Basics
Thurs., Sept 30 Pearl Seminar
Yes, that's it. Please keep in mind that it's what we're starting out with and it's only for one month. We'ved had to change the way the workshops are structured and this is our first baby step. Check back on our website for the detailed schedule with times and fees. And if you're excited, bypass technology and come visit us at the store, you'll get the hard copy and view our samples!!!

2010 SoCal Bead Shop Hop - September 9-12

2010-08-03T14:51:00.000-07:00

From September 9-12, visit some of your favorite bead stores and discover some new ones as you collect free goodies along the way! If you preregister at the San Gabriel Bead Company for this event, you'll receive a free gift when you visit us during the shop hop. Come visit the store or call us at (626) 447-7753 for preregistration. For more info on the shop hop, visit the website at www.bead-shophop.com.

Bindy Lambell Trunk Show - July 31 & August 1

2010-07-20T15:46:00.001-07:00

Bindy Lambell has been making lampworked beads for over 10 years. An avid seed beader, you will find that the beads she designs compliments any beadwork project. In addition, she has written numerous articles for magazines such as Bead and Button and Lapidary Journal. Come see her beautiful, colorful lampwork beads Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1.

Susan Kelso Trunk Show - July 24 & 25

2010-07-13T14:55:00.000-07:00

ADDED EVENT!

We have just added another trunk show in July to keep you busy during the summer. This trunk show on Saturday, July 24, and Sunday, July 25, will feature the wonderful wirework of Susan Kelso. Many of you may be familiar with her as one of San Gabriel Bead Company's fine instructors as well as a helpful staff member. Don't miss her trunk show of earrings, pendants, and necklaces all made with intricate, unique, and precise wirework. She'll be leaving to live in Paris, France, so this is her last show before she crosses the ocean!

Klew Expressions Trunk Show - July 17

2010-07-06T15:21:00.001-07:00

Don't miss the artistry of polymer clay by the nation's leading artist, Karen "Klew" Lewis. She will be here to display her talented work on Saturday, July 17. Klew has been a friend of the San Gabriel Bead Company since the very beginning and was even here to open our doors during our grand opening. Her swirls and color combinations along with her fine techniques create a truly collectible art.

Fourth of July

2010-06-27T11:16:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder that we'll be closed on Sunday, July 4th! We have had several customers come in the store and get in the 4th of July spirit with red, white, and blue stars. It's always fun to see what others create! Have a safe holiday.

P.S. Apologies to the hours being listed incorrectly. We are in the process right now of getting that corrected. We do close on Fridays at 6pm. We're sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Special Thanks & Way to Go!

2010-06-15T15:33:00.000-07:00

The new issue of Stringing magazine by Interweave Publications is out and we have several issues at San Gabriel Bead Company! One of our faithful customers, Anne Perry, has three designs in the Summer 2010 issue. Her lovely designs can be found on page 50 "Night Blossoms", page 68 "Emerald Isle," and page 72 "Farmer's Market." Special thanks to Anne for so kindly listing us as a resource. We're big fans of her designs!

Kazuri Bead Trunk Show - June 19

2010-06-15T08:52:00.001-07:00

Yes, we're doing it! We've double-booked ourselves and we're having two trunk shows this Saturday! Our Natural Touch resin bead trunk show will be continuing through June 27 and for one day only on Saturday, June 19, we'll have our Kazuri Bead Trunk Show.
For those unfamiliar with Kazuri beads, they are ceramic beads handmade by the people in Kenya. These are considered Fair Trade beads as they are handmade by the women in Kenya who are paid fair wages within favorable working conditions. These women are often sole providers for their children and families. Check out these beads on Saturday, you don't want to miss out on the assortment of choices!

Natural Touch Trunk Show / June 18 - June 27

2010-06-09T08:21:00.001-07:00

Love juicy candy colors? Don't miss out on our RESIN BEAD trunk show with Natural Touch.

It's what we call an "in-store" trunk show which means that it'll be displayed at the store only from Friday, June 18 to Sunday, June 27. It will be during regular store hours so you can come at night, if you wish.

You've seen it in magazines. Artists everywhere are doing unique things with resin such as stamping, etching, embossing on them, etc.

Versatile and yet so sweet by itself!

Welcome to the San Gabriel Bead Company

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Thank you for showing interest in our store by visiting our blog. We often have sales and trunk shows and hope to keep you inform of these special events. Visit us often for new ideas and new products. We thank you for your continued support and letting us assist you in your creative endeavors!