The Shops at Mars Beads - Records, Beads, Local Art, Custom Jewelry — Local services in Dripping Springs

I'm digging the new location on RR 12. Carolyn is just an awesome human. She was working on some beading when I arrived to do my usual record shopping. We chatted a while, and she helped me find some great LPs. I also found some gems in the bargain bin including Lena Horne, Edith Piaf and a musical tribute to Poe by Alan Parsons Project. I also found a John Prine, Laura Nyro, as well as a new pressing of Miles and Coltrane. She's very knowledgeable regarding music, and prices her records fairly. It's rare that I spend less than an hour...there's just so much music. The listening station is a huge plus when you want to get a feel for a record or artist. I'll continue to return, as Fourth Rock is one of my favorites record...

The Shops at Mars Beads is one of Dripping Springs’ treasures. Not only do they have an amazing selection of beads, they have a super cool record shop and an art gallery of local artists. My FAVORITE thing about this place is their inviting vibe and community. They are so welcoming and knowledgeable. You can just pull up a chair at the cozy wooden table and they will help you with your jewelry projects, repair your jewelry or you can take a class! Highly...

Carolyn has helped me with several tricky bead repairs. She recently restrung a necklace for me which required knots between the beads. She did a beautiful job, replacing a couple of beads that broke. (She wouldn't accept payment for the replacement beads.). She is kind and patient with all her customers, and she had my necklace ready in just a few days. I think we are lucky to have Mars Beads here in Lakeway, and lucky that Carolyn is always...