Shopping

I used to buy all my beads and crafty bits from a craft superstore in the UK called Hobbycraft.

It's a very inspirational shop - I could get lost inside, spend hours walking up and down the aisles in awe, I could spend 10 times the amount I intended to ... I could consider getting a new credit card just for instant gratification, instant supplies...

But, no. I'm in control, and I'm sensible. Who needs that much stuff, anyway? One project at a time... finish what you began, and all that.

So when I decided to look on ebay for beads, findings, whatever else I felt I 'needed', I thought I'd be getting the best deal. I was wrong.

I've discovered Beads Unlimited. They cover almost all of my jewellery making-needs. I prefer to use wire and tiger tail by Beadalon, which I think is an american company - and I find it hard to come by. Beads Unlimited stock beadalon products, but are out of stock of the type I'm after. Other than that... fantastic products at fantastic prices!

Who needs a crafting superstore, when you can use cute, local businesses?!

I say local... Beads Unlimited is located in Brighton. Maybe one day I'll drive down there and spend the day along the south coast, in bead heaven! :)