Bead/Beads/Beadwork/Bead-workers/Beaders/Bead-Weavers/Bead-Crafters/BeadArt/Bead Artists/Bead Makers as well as other Bead anything artists, specific bead suppliers, and/or websites, I have some of my favorites listed here, and some sites I found helpful as a beadwork artist. I wish to thank all the others site exchanges for the ongoing perseverance in getting beadwork on the web for all the world to enjoy!!

If you would like to exchange web site links just contact Sunshine.

This page last updated Wednesday August 04, 2010

Disclaimer:  I recommend the following links in good faith, but I am not and will not  legally be held accountable for their business practices by merely recommending a visit to their website.   If you should encounter bad ethics/practices in your future choice to conduct business with them, please contact the proper authorities in your jurisdiction or the FTC.

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BEADWORK ARTISTS (Emphasis on handmade, handcrafted work by artisans specializing in beads such as seed beads, Lampwork beads, etc., does NOT include mass sweat shop production, mass commercial production, wholesalers or  suppliers)

A Shasta Rose - Handcrafted one of a kind jewelry. Semi precious gemstones, beads and sterling.
Barbara Elbe - Beaded images and amulet purses.
Beaded Jewelry by Renee - Featuring a wide variety of styles and colors of beaded jewelry using the finest semi precious gemstones, Swarovski crystals, pearls, sterling silver, gold filled beads and more.  I create coordinating pieces to most of my designs and they are sold individually.
Bead N' Pride - Beadwork, painted feathers, glass etchings, dream catchers, Free contests and patterns, plus a lot more.
Beadingart -   Check out Donna Fuller's site.. especially the beading software her husband has designed!!
Blue Piranha Jewelry -  From Simple to Simply Stunning, this is an excellent site for fashion jewelry accessories.
Cindy Beads -   A perfect place to shop for Lampwork beads and jewelry.
Crafty Cathy's Creations - Specializing in affordable handcrafted beaded jewelry and handcrafted Christmas ornaments.
Creative Bead Designs - Unique Handcrafted Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets, made with Sterling Silver and Semiprecious Gemstones.
Cynthia Rutledge - Check out her workshops!
Daphna Jewels   - Daphna Shmuely-Israeli artist- makes unique handcrafted jewelry from antique silver plated cutlery, spoons and forks.
Dancing Sea Designs - Specializing in custom beaded jewelry - necklaces, earrings, amulet bags, fabric amulet bags, tulip bags, beaded bottles, and more.
Don Pierce -  Phenomenal loom beadwork artist!!
Down to Earth Jewelry - Artist-designed Jewelry from Earth's Treasures!
DragonWeave -  An online shop of sterling silver jewelry in Celtic, Medieval, Asian, Gothic chain-mail and fantasy designs for pendants, charms, chokers, slave bracelets, ear-cuffs, rings and more.
Embroidered Soul - Main product line is handcrafted Greek ceramic beads and pendants.
Frieda Bates - Truly the Queen of Split Loom Design work.
Healing Beadwork - A refreshing approach to beadwork in conjunction with it's healing attributes...(I personally can attest and say amen to that).
Illusion Glass Works - Patricia Tyser is a phenomenal artist specializing in handmade Dichroic Glass beads and jewelry.
Jewelry by Varvara  - Original design custom and finished seed beaded jewelry embellished with semiprecious gemstones by Russian artist.
Judi Wood, artist in beads - Award winning artist Judi Wood creates designs that are truly unique and original.  A frequent freelance writer for Beadwork magazine and Interweave Press she often shares some of her wonderful designs with their readers.
Karen Davis - The Camel Lot
Margie Deeb - More awesome loom work!!
Mermaid's Jewelz - One-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry created with assortment of pearls, cloisonné enamels, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals, fused metal, and beads. Custom orders accepted.
NanC Meinhardt - Extraordinary!
Nancy Eha -  Extraordinary times 2!!
Paula Adams - Unique Cabochon embellishments.
Peggy Sue Henry  - Beads to Buckskins.
Red Ventling - Cabochons and Dutch Spirals.
Rita Sova - Angels galore!
Sandra Spivey
Sharon Bateman
Sigrid Wynne-Evans - Many how to and design books.
Sonja's Beads Galore Gallery  
Stephanie Eddy - Designer Quality Jewelry Kits and Classes by artist and national beadwork instructor Stephanie Eddy.
Suzanne Cooper - A truly gifted artist, she has phenomenal designs for amulet purses.
Virgo Moon -  One-of-a-kind jewelry for lovers of beads and stones.
Wendy Ellsworth  -  Awesome artist, check out her workshops.
 

BEAD SUPPLIERS
 
Aunties Beads -Auntie's Beads is a one-stop shop for the best selection of beads, Swarovski crystal beads, sterling silver beads, charms, jewelry findings, beading tools, beading supplies and more! We offer great prices and special discounts every week.
Bead Cats
Bobby Bead, Inc. - Supplies, books, classes, events and more!
BuyTheKit - A full service website offering an eclectic line of beading kits.
Craftland Beads, Beading & Jewelry Making Supplies - Jewelry making findings, beading supply, stringing materials, Czech and Swarovski crystal glass beads and stones, Beadalon wires and Jewellery tools, pliers, base metal and sterling silver parts.
Empyrean Beads
Fire Mountain Gems
General Bead
Marilyn Berg Imports - Lots of beads, semi-precious stones, and components as well as jewelry.
Rita Okrent - Beads for Designers and Collectors - African Trade beads, Collectors beads, ancient glass beads, ancient and old stone beads, amazonite, amber and coral beads,  unique pendants, antiquities, antiques including handmade silver beads, one-of-a-kind original necklaces, old glass beads, and hand-made, sterling silver clasps.
Shipwreck Beads
SunCountryGems -  Just a click away, but light years beyond an ordinary bead shop!
The Bead Studio - Amazing selection of beads, charms and embellishments for body adornment and home decor. Free online beading projects and monthly newsletter.

OTHER HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY ARTISANS

Animal Jewelry Store -  Handcrafted gold animal jewelry. Dogs, cats, horses, frogs, lizards, dolphins, and birds including hummingbirds!!  You name it, we can probably create it in jewelry!!!
American Indian Native Jewelry - Native American Indian Jewelry. Best selection. Lowest prices. Your #1 source for gifts for lovers of Native American Indian Jewelry. Bracelets Necklaces Rings Earrings Watches.
Art Attacks & Strokes - (Don't you just LOVE this clever name/play on words!!)  Hand-blown Pyrex Glass Art by Chad Pitts.
Arts Variety -  Gorgeous and simple, but elegant jewelry handcrafted with quality gemstones, sterling silver and gold-filled. We also have a selection of hand knitted scarves and a Photography Gallery showing the work of photographer Tim Van Noord.
Bali Handicrafts  - We at Bali are your connection with fine Balinese artisans and Bali handcrafted items.
BELIRAMS Jewellers & Silversmiths, International - shimmering silver, glittering gold, dazzling diamonds, artistic handicrafts.
BELIRAMS Jewellers & Silversmiths, USA and Canada - Rare art silver gifts, sterling silver jewelry, silver plate arts, brass copper crafts and polystone decor … online website for USA - Canada customers from India.
Fey Stone and Silver - One of a kind and limited edition semi-precious gemstone and pearl jewellery.
kcEnamels - Karen L. Cohen is an enamelist and jewelry designer with over 16 years experience, specializing in one-of-a-kind cloisonné pieces on fine metal (gold and silver) jewelry, boxes, wall pieces and sculpture, some with wearable parts.
Nautical Jewelry -  Magnificent handcrafted Nautical Coin Jewelry. Exquisite collectors pieces layered in gold and silver. Each breathtaking exclusive work of art is hermetically sealed against wear in clear, hard acrylic coating.
Religious, Christian, Animal, Cat, Dog, Horse Jewelry Charms - Inspirational and uplifting religious jewelry for all denominations.  A wide selection of animal jewelry including dogs, cats, horses, dolphins, turtles, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, and the list goes on and on.
Rhinestone Jewelry from Ralph Singer - Handcrafted rhinestone and fashion jewelry since 1921.
Shy Violet -  Beautiful handcrafted jewelry for every occasion. Original designs, exquisite detail. Semi-precious gemstones, sterling silver, vermeil, crystal, etc. Custom orders are welcome.
Timely Jewels - Unique Custom Handmade Beaded Gemstone & Glass Jewelry designed with Originality and handcrafted in California.
Tiny Sugars -  Mothers bracelets and jewelry.  The perfect way to send your love to Mom! Our personalized, elegant mothers bracelets will shower her with hugs and kisses all year long

SITES I FOUND HELPFUL

Beadwrangler - There are not enough words in the universe to describe the plethora of information you will find at this site....this is a MUST for bookmarks...add it now!
The Craft's Report Magazine
Web Design Group - The  WDG was founded to promote the creation of non-browser specific, non-resolution specific, creative and informative sites that are accessible to all users worldwide
The Bead Site - Serious study of all beads with the emphasis on people.  The World's Biggest Bead Bookstore and the Busiest Bead Website.  Center for Bead Research.
Beadsearch
Bid On Beads An online auction/shopping/resource for beads.

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