Knot Awl Beads — Local services in Sarasota

I want to begin by saying that my experience with this store and the owner was one of the best I have ever experienced. Renee is one of the kindest and sweetest souls I’ve ever met and now have the pleasure of calling friend. Her store is delightful and super fun with all the craft items she carries; all kinds of beads, silver and gems to make your own jewelry and ready made jewelry as well. The highlight for me was her silver jewelry making classes, which I took for the three months I was there. I went every week and had the best time learning how to make my own silver rings, bangles and pendants. I also took beading classes and I loved it. Renee is the best instructor you could ask for as she enjoys what she does and it comes across during the sessions. She is patient, caring and it’s super fun to work with her. Ruby, her dog is an added bonus to the experience. I will miss them very much till I see them again. Love you...

Wonderful bead store in Lakewood Ranch! Great selection for stringers and beaders alike, with a lots of classes to choose from. The owner belongs to the local bead society too so she knows what beaders and stringers like! And she has the cutest little Westie terrier to greet you, Lucy! She's a doll! Lots of unique stuff here you don't see other places - give yourself some time to really look around in here, because on multiple visits I always found something I didn't see before -- even tho it was right there! Lots of cool supplies but also some finished stuff as well. And you can even do birthday parties where you bring the kids and they help them complete some fun Jewelry to wear!! Plus the shopping area is awesome around it too, there's adorable little places to eat and shop there. Worth making an afternoon of it to go take a class and then have lunch and...

Delightful talented owner and staff. Beads are quality, uniform, dependable with a vast assortment. Wonderful way to spend from ten minutes to a few hours getting immersed in the possibilities from beginner to advanced. Classes are one on one and instructors have the patience of "saints" so you actually get to go home proud of your own masterpiece. Treat yourself and a friend. It has been time well...