Where I Source My Beads & Sequins
Sparkles & Sequins & Beads, Oh My!
I’ve gotten a few questions about where I found my beads and sequins, so I thought I’d put together a little post with the basics. I am still very much building my collection and am always open to learning about other places to shop!
Cartwright's Sequins — my #1 pick for sequins
First off, Cartwright's Sequins is one of the best places to shop for sequins. The selection is huge, the prices are great. My personal favorite is their Happy Mix — it's a little bit of everything, and sorting through it feels like a treasure hunt in itself.
They also carry a great range of seed beads - I’ve tried their Miyuki seed beads primarily (mostly size 11/0).
Your local bead/craft store
My next recommendation: check out a bead or craft store near you. Here in the Pacific Northwest, I shop at a store called Craft Warehouse — their bead section is small but mighty. Michael’s also has some decent beads. A few reasons I love this option:
Shopping local supports the local economy — always a win
You can actually see the beads in person — size, color, and finish can be hard to judge from a photo. Plus, to my surprise, I found that prices at Craft Warehouse were actually lower than Amazon for most items!
Amazon — for everything else
For the odds and ends I can't find at Cartwright's or my local store, I turn to Amazon. Here are a few of my favorite finds:
That said, I really do recommend trying a local store first if you have one nearby — nothing beats being able to hold the beads in your hand before you buy.
Coming soon: More Crafting Basics
This post covered where I shop, but there is a lot more to cover — like what needle sizes work best, where to buy good quality felt, and other beginner must-haves. I'm planning a follow-up post that dives into all of that, so keep an eye out!
Got a favorite source I haven't mentioned? Let me know — I'm always looking to add to the list