Beads > Freshwater Pearls
Unlike other gems, the pearl is born of water and living creatures. Pearls begin as a foreign body embedded within a mollusk's shell. The animal's defense against the foreign body is to form a protective layer of nacre around the intruder. The culturing process simply entails planting a "seed" within the mollusk, normally either a plastic bead or a small piece of shell, nature takes its course and another pearl is born. Our cultured freshwater pearls come in an ever growing variety of shapes, sizes and colors, so whatever your fashion preference you are sure to find the pearl to suit your needs. Ancient beliefs about the origin of the pearl include: moonlight filled dewdrops and Aphrodite's tears of joy. Although not technically a stone, pearl is one of June's birthstones. Currently, the International Commission of Colored Gemstones (CIBJO) recognizes only five organic (once living material) gemstones: Ammolite, amber, pearl, jet, and coral. Also be sure to check out our freshwater pearl mixtures and our flawlessly crafted glass pearls by Jablonex and crystal pearls by Swarovski.
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Video: Silk Macrame Bracelet
Sherri Haab shows us a new spin on silk macrame jewelry. Click here to watch the video.
CRYSTALLIZED™ Christmas Tree Earrings
Adorable CRYSTALLIZED™ Christmas Tree Earring Kits are now available! Kit includes all the beads and findings required to create these popular earrings, plus step-by-step instructions! All you need is basic jeweler's tools and less than 5 minutes! Watch our basic earrings instructional video to see how easy making your own earrings can be!
Twelve Days of Christmas
Everybody's favorite Christmas song is available as pewter charms! Give the gift of the 12 days of Christmas with a charm bracelet. Give your favorite people a chain bracelet with the partridge charm on the first day, then give them the corresponding charm on each consecutive day. Perfect for young and old alike!
Gift Bundles
Our special beginner gift bundles are perfect for that future beader in your life! At three price levels, there's a bundle for every budget! Your beginner beading bundle includes a Shipwreck Beads gift card, a 2010 Shipwreck Beads catalog, The Basics of Bead Stringing instructional booklet, and a 2010 Bead Dreams Calendar!
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Shopping for sensational CRYSTALLIZED™ -Swarovski Elements just got simpler! Shop all Swarovski shapes, styles and sizes in every one of these splendid shades! Click here!
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Follow these easy instructions to create thousands of incredible earring designs! Click here to watch the video.
Shipwreck Beads Catalog
Bigger and better! Our 2010 catalog is jam packed with over 1,000 full color pages of ideas! Over 13,000 more items added since our previous printing! With over 52,000 items, our massive catalog is certain to inspire countless hours of beaded bliss! Purchase our catalog via web or phone order for just $10.00 ($20.00 International - price includes shipping) and receive a $15.00 credit applied towards your first order!- That's $15.00 in FREE BEADS! Credit will not be mailed in the form of a coupon. Delivery time 3-5 days via Priority Mail. Order your 2010 Shipwreck Beads Catalog here!
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Jasper Beads
You'll jump for joy over our incredible jasper selection! Our selection of jasper beads is full of extravagantly patterned pieces in many different types, shapes and styles.
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Plastic Pony Beads are wildly popular. They are perfect for children's and family projects and come in tons of great colors! Check out our Plastic Pony Bead Mixtures for even more brightly colored fun for all ages!
CRYSTALLIZED™ Christmas Tree Earrings
Adorable CRYSTALLIZED™ Christmas Tree Earring Kits are now available! Kit includes all the beads and findings required to create these popular earrings, plus step-by-step instructions! All you need is basic jeweler's tools and less than 5 minutes! Watch our basic earrings instructional video to see how easy making your own earrings can be!
Gemstone Donut Findings
Love gemstone donuts but don't quite know what to do with them? Check out our interchangeable donut holders. These interchangeable donut holders allow you to customize your gemstone necklace for any occasion!
Shop Swarovski by Color
Shopping for sensational CRYSTALLIZED™ -Swarovski Elements just got simpler! Shop all Swarovski shapes, styles and sizes in every one of these splendid shades! Click here!
Precious Metal Findings
Be sure the quality of your findings reflects your jewelry creations. Our precious metal findings come in either gold fill or sterling silver. They are quite affordable and will continue to look great for years to come.
Childrens Books
Kids love crafts and activities!! Why not get them a brand new book filled with easy to do beaded projects that will keep them entertained for hours on end!?!
Video: Byzantine Chain Bracelet
Chain artist Scott David Plumlee skillfully instructs us how to craft a Byzantine or King's braid chain from sterling silver wire. Click here to watch the video.
Video: Organic Designs
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