Oasis Bead Lounge — Attraction in Bellingham

I LOVED this little bead shop and spent almost 2 hours in there combing through box after box of unusual beads and findings. All the while chatting with the very nice owner. I picked up some lovely coral strands, some jade, some delightfully carved mermaid beads and some unusual sterling chinese medals. The shop seems to have some really beautiful tribal beads as well. Can't wait to return for some of those.There was a beautiful display case full of a local mans hand forged pieces. I cannot remember his name unfortunately, but they were stunning. There was also a shelf of vintage "curiosities" for sale. I picked up a sweet tiny little dish that had no price tag on it and when I asked for the price, the owner gave it to me as a gift. She said she had bought it in Austria as an 18 year old. Such a sweet gesture. This is a great shop. If you love beads,...

I went in the shop right before a dance class. I’ve been wanting to go for a long time and finally had some time to myself, be it only a little, to check out this store. I absolutely love this place. Most of the items I’ve only seen online and it was such a treat to see these rather rare items in person. Karen is very friendly and had a lovely conversation. I will definitely be coming back there for my beading needs. This is the only place in town where you can find antique beads, pendants, and other items from all over the world. Absolutely wonderful place and a great...

To anyone who wants to speak to a remarkable person who has shopped all over the world for beads STEP RIGHT UP! Incredible stories and information. If I'd known we were stopping there, (I was chauffeuring in another vehicle besides my own,) I would have dug up my broken material and donated it. It's worth the hassle of parking just to see the "bazaar" like atmosphere when you walk down the tiny aisles. If you are claustrophobic, don't go in. Have your friends go and send...