Get The TechniqueYears ago, on a trip to San Francisco, I stumbled upon General Bead, a treasure trove of beads, bits, and baubles. I recently went back- it was just as great as I remembered.
In addition to a very thorough assortment of new beads, General Bead has a great vintage selection, including these sample cards that were excavated from a stock room-
The upstairs part of the store has such an assortment- it really requires some rummaging, but that makes the finds all the more rewarding. There's a little side room that's filled with vintage sequins- so cool! I bought a small selection to make greeting cards with.
What are your favorite local stores? Or special shops you've found during travels?
From: Kristina | 9/18/12 at 10:38 am
I just love stores like that, they are such wonderful resources!
From: Holly | 9/19/12 at 6:38 am
Before moving aay from San Francisco I had been going to General Bead for years. There is no place like it! Great prices, unique merchandise & a truly funky atlosphere. I miss it & will definitely pay them a visit if/when I am in the area again.
From: Jill | 9/25/12 at 11:08 am
Just came across Garage 34 in Asheville, NC. A wonderful little store full of unique and interesting local and handmade merchandise. http://g34avl.com/