Unusual Glass beads

[BeyondBeads]

Hi,

Does anyone know where i can buy unusual glass beads?

I can't afford to pay a fortune as i'd never make my money back but love the look of them!

If they all turn out to be pricey perhaps i'll just treat myself.......

Laura :D

[handmadeheaven.biz]

head on over to www.frit-happens.co.uk (http://www.frit-happens.co.uk). it's a glass-based forum and is crammed full of amazing glass bead makers. just click on their signature links and i'm sure you'll find something you'll love & is within your budget :) they're a really great bunch of people.

[Su Poole]

Hi,

Does anyone know where i can buy unusual glass beads?

It depends on what you want, really. Beadmakers do offer beads in a variety of prices, and there are also some great commercially-made beads too, I use Czech glass a lot to accent the lampwork I use.

If you do a Google on lampwork and limit it to the UK you'll find a good number of people out there. Make sure if you're wanting one of a kind beads that the person selling them guarantees them to be their own handmade work. Sadly, people have been known to buy in beads and then pass them off as 'artisan' or 'artist-made' when they've been mass-produced.

Good luck finding the beads you want!

-Su

[Beadsage]

I'm surprised nobody has mentioned Martin Tuffnell. http://www.tuffnellglass.com

[swirlyarts]

Oh he does gorgeous beads! The little teapot beads are great.

[Running_wild]

I source beads from India, China, South America and Europe. Adding new ones all the time. Hopefully you will find something you like.

[BeyondBeads]

Thanks Peter those beads look awesome! I could spend all day browsing and buying from him! Will be placing an order for sure. The teapots certainly are fab!

Running Wild - i'll be sure to have a look when i have more time - thanks!

Laura :)

[Beadsage]

You're welcome.:)