More Than A Bead Store... It's a Lifestyle

(773) 598-5758

1937 W. Division St. (Winchester Avenue)
Chicago, IL 60622 41.903184 -87.676312

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Neighborhoods: West Side, Wicker Park

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Mon-Fri 11am-9pm

Sat 11am-10pm

Sun 11am-7pm

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Beadniks

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Beadniks is more than just one of the largest bead sellers in the world. We offer an inspiring and imaginative atmosphere in which customers can craft their own beaded works of art, while providing astonishing beads, jewelry creations, and exotic treasures. Knowledgeable and friendly consultants are available at the workstations, ready to assist with the assembly of your projects. Beadniks customers assemble their own designs, choosing form our mind-boggling selection of beads from around the world. Knowedgeable and friendly staff are available at the workstation, ready to assist with…

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Calling all accessories addicts: A Wicker Park jewelry shop that skews ethnic rather than girly.

1 Star Rating: Poor

03/27/09

Oh such a sad place

by Sanja

Apart from the personnel being horribly rude, the store is ridiculously overpriced. Besides, the selection is so poor that it took me over an hour to find something to spend my $50 gift certificate on.

I ended up buying regular supplies (like strings and findings).

Go somewhere else.

  • Pros: Example: best croissants in town
  • Cons: What are the drawbacks?
4 Star Rating: Recommended

12/09/08

Really Pretty Pieces

by notwist6

I really love Beadniks in general, i have previously been to the one in Sarasota, Florida, but the Chicago location wasn't the best. I work at a Bead Store, and have been beading for years, but since I'm only 18, the staff disregarded me as 'just another teenager,' and didn't give me the time of day. I walked in and no one said anything, not even hello! An older woman walked in after me, and they were all over her asking if she needed help and asking how she was. Just because I'm young doesn't mean I don't have money to spend! I spent about an hour in the store, and only one of the women was helpful. Still, the store is GORGEOUS, and they have a lot of really pretty beads; a ton of Bali and really cute charms. I was disappointed in the selection of semi-precious, and what they did have was pretty expensive. Obviously all the people who work there are really talented, you can tell by the already made jewelry throughout the store, I just think the staff could be a little more friendly. Definitely go, if only to get some ideas.

  • Pros: Really pretty, fun beads!
  • Cons: Not so great staff
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/12/08

best bead shop ever, even if you don't like beads!

by 0507

I love this shop. Not only is this a great place to hang out with your friends, but you come away with an amazing piece of jewelry to boot. In the past when I've visited other bead shops, I would get overwhelmed with all of the choices and sometimes end up with a weird looking piece. Not here. The folks who work at Beadniks are sooo talented and they are ready to help with advice and fabrication (or to leave you alone, whatever you want). The selection is also much more modern than at other places I've been -- it's not just "beads" the way you may think of them -- the things they have really allow you to make jewelry you would actually want to wear; not something you'll just throw in a drawer later. In fact, there were many pre-made pieces that could easily have been sold side by side with the jewelry at Fragments in NYC or in the Sundance catalog. I left with a pair of earrings that I made, and two pairs of earrings and a necklace that the staff had made. In fact, even if you have no interest in beading, if you love jewelry, you should grab a friend and check it out.

  • Pros: The selection, the staff, the funky neighborhood
  • Cons: none

The Details on Beadniks

The Extras:

In addition to bangles and necklaces, the boutique carries home accessories like masks, statues and wood carvings. There are also other locations in Santa Monica, Denver, Naples, Martha's Vineyard and West Chester.

Category:

General Merchandise Stores, Clothing Accessories, Jewelry, Jewelry & Watches

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard

Message from Beadniks

  • Large selection of beads
  • Bridal jewelry and parties
  • Classes available

Beadniks is more than just one of the largest bead sellers in the world. We offer an inspiring and imaginative atmosphere in which customers can craft their own beaded works of art, while providing astonishing beads, jewelry creations, and exotic treasures. Knowledgeable and friendly consultants are available at the workstations, ready to assist with the assembly of your projects.

Beadniks customers assemble their own designs, choosing form our mind-boggling selection of beads from around the world. Knowedgeable and friendly staff are available at the workstation, ready to assist with design and assembly of your projects. Create functional, beautiful gifts for family and friends. Expand your own collection of bead jewelry. Whatever your goal may be, the Beadniks experience is all about you.

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