Review Highlights
“Every year when we came back we were always greeted warmly by the helpful and kind owners, Julia and Juan.” in 10 reviews
“small children stuff in the back to keep them occupied (way away from the door) my daughter made her own necklace and loves it!!” in 4 reviews
“If you are looking for a place to stock up on your jewelry making supplies, look no further.” in 3 reviews
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Julia A.
We specialize in teaching people of all ages how to make jewelry with beautiful beads. We also do jewelry repairs and Birthday parties.
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- Avalon C.Escondido, CA1851338Dec 28, 2023
This was a great bead shop! Julia and her husband own it and she was oh so friendly and very helpful and knowledgeable. They have a wide variety of Czech glass beads, shells/pearls and semi precious stones. I went for the semiprecious stones and the amount they had and the sheer quality of the beads were amazing. Julia showed me the super high end beads and the arusha sunstone faceted oval beads were the most amazing quality I have ever seen, and I work in the crystal business. Although they were out of my price range, they were priced as they should be, along with all their other beads. I found some stuff that I didn't even know could be in a bead form!!! Definitely recommend checking out this place if you want quality!!!
The last picture I posted was what I made from some of the beads I got mixed with beads I already had!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - fan a.Rolando, San Diego, CA0501Nov 28, 2023
Really love this place! I've made two bracelets and fixed a necklace. Both the owners are super friendly. I think this place has a better variety of beads laid out so you have a large selection to choose from. And I like how one of the owner can pretty much tell you the origin story of any bead out of the thousands they have. Def my fav activity in SD!!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Sydney A.San Diego, CA12437Jul 31, 2023
This place is a gem! There are thousands of options to choose from and they will help you put it together, or you can make it yourself. Very adorable too. They have been open since 1992!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Ellyn Q.San Diego, CA03Sep 4, 2023
Super kind and positive staff! Enjoyed visit!. Bought some amazing beads! Price is also right.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Robert B.San Diego, CA062Sep 2, 2023
Fantastic place. Wide selection of quality stones and beads. Great service. The owner was very welcoming and all staff were helpful and friendly. If you are looking for a place to stock up on your jewelry making supplies, look no further. Definitely one of the more reasonably priced stores I've visited.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Michele G.La Jolla, CA08Aug 2, 2023
I want to thank Julia especially for her kind generous heart. These people are doing a great service, empowering us to create our own jewelry. They are wonderful patient teachers. I left in tears of joy and gratitude. Take your time and explore all the myriad possibilities they offer - a super place to take your kids! Wear your creation! Be happy and proud!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Bunny W.La Mirada, CA7112922Jan 2, 2023
Wonderful selection of beads and nicely displayed. Friendly and helpful staff/owners. Came during shop hop and had a wonderful time.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Sarah W.San Diego, CA13515Apr 28, 2020Updated review
I have been shopping at this store for 20 years when Julia first bought the shop. It started with my 11th Birthday party- fast forward to today and I have a small hobby jewelry business. I've taken multiple classes there- the main 2 was the wire wrapping/ earrings class and the second is the birds nest class. I love that they are set up to bead and take classes!
This small business feels like my 2nd home (I spend quite a bit of time beading there) My nieces who are 8 and 10 also love hanging out at this spot- its a great place to bring kids to get them doing some things hands on.
If anyone could use your business during this uncertain pandemic era it is Juan and Julia and their beautiful shop.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Nov 18, 2018Previous reviewThis is the ONLY place I really shop for beads in San Diego or get help with my projects. I've actually been a customer here since I was 9 years old and had my 11th Birthday party here. Juan and Julia have owned Beads and More for over 20 years and actually taught me how to make to jewelry and wire wrap.
Julia works really hard to make an awesome store: this is a small business you want to support and is a truly special place.
Julia also makes jewelry you can buy for yourself or get as GORGEOUS gifts- her jewelry also serves as inspiration for your own creations.
Check Beads and More out! - Dan L.San Diego, CA5622069Sep 21, 2021
So I'm not into beads, I went there for a friend, but they had some interesting stuff, it's a well organized and clean shop, & the owner seemed nice.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Ann W.El Cajon, CA14Aug 27, 2021
I love this store and I love the owners more. Great people with my favorite hobby. Always something new! Just real people loving what they do and passing it all along the way. They will help with whatever you need even look things up if they don't know. That's real customer service. Thank you and can't wait to see you both again.
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