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How do you find GOOD unique/special beads?

chai_latte 7/18/2022 12:38 pm 960

So a problem that's been plaguing me since i started making kandi is trying to find GOOD unique or special beads that are affordable and can be purchased online. Do you guys have any tips for finding unique stuff that isnt repackaged from the beadery, or the bead tin?? Kanditoybox on youtube has some epic vintage beads but thats about it.

So far i've only been sent on wild goose chases opening random bead packages from thrift stores.

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crazycookiemp3
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Aug 31, 2022 10:11 am

joanns has pound bags of random ones, i got some glow in the dark tribeads from a bag once!

just look through the clear plastic part of the bag to see what's in it

the brand is super value btw, i cant find it on their website rn

XxFuN_gH0uLxX
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Aug 31, 2022 7:46 am

we get ours at joannes n hobby lobby mostly

Strawberry_BroStrider
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Aug 31, 2022 6:33 am

you can find cool beads at most craft stores, and a lot of craft stores also have online shopping avalible (at least michaels does, which is usually where i shop)

Peanut
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Aug 31, 2022 6:27 am

I order bulk mixed beads from Amazon. It's assort glass beads basically.

Or Michaels I wait for bead sales and get those chains of different shapes and animals (like ceramic)

junathenobody
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Aug 31, 2022 5:52 am

try looking on etsy! idrk about pricing but ive definitely seen some unique beads around

darkfalz
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Aug 31, 2022 3:15 am

theres amazon packs that sell unique beads for like 15-20 dollars. i also follow bass.head.beads on insta and they make custom kandi beads on their etsy. for their pricing, idk how good it is but their stuff is really nice

s4b3lz
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Aug 30, 2022 9:28 pm

If you’re in the United States (although I’m pretty sure this site sells internationally), BeadTin has a LOT of beads to offer! For instance, they have these skull ivory-finished beads that are $3.89 per 150 pieces (https://www.beadtin.com/products/khaki-antique-11mm-skull-pony-beads-150pcs).

If you’re talking about charms, though, then it depends where you get them. Some people make charms by just poking holes through stuff, but if you want a newly-bought charm, then Shein might be the place to go. They have a few selected charms, but you might have to use some sort of sharp object to wiggle out the charm itself, because it can be on keychains sometimes. Here’s a 12 piece Zodiac charm set I found for $2. (https://us.shein.com/12pcs-Jewelry-Constellation-Charm-p-2377560-cat-2996.html)

Both sites I personally trust, as I have bought from them multiple times

Cherwubi
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Jul 20, 2022 8:01 pm

I would help but i buy a like 2 lbs tin of beads for $20

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