Beadniks

Beadniks Beadniks has been family owned and independently operated for 20 years. We carry the area's largest selection of beads, gemstones, retro toys and postcards
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Abeadaday,This detail of an old, handmade child’s hat comes from China. It is specific to the Miao tribe of the southern...
06/18/2026

Abeadaday,
This detail of an old, handmade child’s hat comes from China. It is specific to the Miao tribe of the southern mountain region who can trace their lineage back thousands of years. This piece is embellished with small, coin-silver ornaments of protective spirits, festive bells and symbols of abundance. Hand crafted by family members, this talismanic garment is a beautiful gift to start life with.

Abeadaday,Here’s another beautiful style glass bead made in Europe (Italy) during the 17-1800’s. These were produced in ...
06/17/2026

Abeadaday,
Here’s another beautiful style glass bead made in Europe (Italy) during the 17-1800’s. These were produced in many sizes, from small seed beads to large rounds. They are in the family of “white heart” beads -called such because of their white center (although older ones can have yellow cores). Beads such as these became very popular within the trade networks and have been widely accepted in cultures around the world.

Abeadaday!Simple and satisfying. Small glass beads like these became known as “pony” beads in the Americas because vario...
06/16/2026

Abeadaday!
Simple and satisfying. Small glass beads like these became known as “pony” beads in the Americas because various fur trappers who ventured into the uncharted territories carried many strands on their pack animals for trade with the indigenous people. Made in Europe during the 17-1800’s, this style bead found homes not just in America, but around the world.

Abeadaday!Museum Monday—2026Spanning 35+ years of collecting, trading, buying & selling beads and artifacts from around ...
06/15/2026

Abeadaday!
Museum Monday—2026
Spanning 35+ years of collecting, trading, buying & selling beads and artifacts from around the world from any era, contemporary to ancient prehistory. This account is a humble attempt to spread the beauty and history of these little objects, to keep one of our earliest creations, practices, & ways of communing with the world alive in the shared story of our human existence. Thanks to all who follow and appreciate our beadful musings. Check out our 11 years’ worth of posts for mindful glimpses into the world of beads. We hope to continue our educational mission as well as nurture the questions & stories that bring us all a bit closer to each other, to our ancestors, to our future. As we move forward, let us be open to where curiosity and creativity lead.
Life is a beadiful journey!
in the Bead!

Abeadaday!Buttons, beads and baubles are all uniquely human. Like us, they often have a personality that seems to be dif...
06/14/2026

Abeadaday!
Buttons, beads and baubles are all uniquely human. Like us, they often have a personality that seems to be different from each other… perhaps because the old ones were made by hand and were part of the people who possessed them. This old Jade button has most likely shared in laughter and tears over the years -a partner in a life well lived.

Abeadaday!Small, glass “seed” beads were made by the millions and traded into cultures around the world. They have been ...
06/13/2026

Abeadaday!
Small, glass “seed” beads were made by the millions and traded into cultures around the world. They have been used to embellish just about everything, adding color and beauty through the hand of their crafter. This old leather moccasin is a great example of the fine work made in the Americas. What seems like simple patterns, is a specific language that shares much information about the people who made and wore these.

Abeadaday!Believed to be one of the oldest gemstones known, the unmistakable, blue hues of Turquoise have been revered f...
06/12/2026

Abeadaday!
Believed to be one of the oldest gemstones known, the unmistakable, blue hues of Turquoise have been revered for millennia. Worn by Pharaohs and Goddesses, Kings and Queens, this mineral is said to bridge the energies of Earth and Sky, fostering tranquility, spiritual grounding and deep inner wisdom.

Abeadaday!Produced in Venice during the 17-1800’s, these intricate, multi-layered, rosetta patterned beads have been tra...
06/11/2026

Abeadaday!
Produced in Venice during the 17-1800’s, these intricate, multi-layered, rosetta patterned beads have been traded throughout the world. Sometimes referred to as “Awaleh” beads because of their African connections, they were also popular with the indigenous peoples of America.

Abeadaday!The artists in China have a long history of being able to capture the true essence of what inspires their crea...
06/10/2026

Abeadaday!
The artists in China have a long history of being able to capture the true essence of what inspires their creations. This strand of beads is a good example of this. What look like round, white Jade beads are actually made of glass. White Jade is considered the purest of all Jades, and although most folks aspire to have some, it is often expensive and difficult to obtain. This old strand of Peking glass embodies it well.

Abeadaday!Old European trade beads have found their way into cultures around the world. First through the barter system ...
06/09/2026

Abeadaday!
Old European trade beads have found their way into cultures around the world. First through the barter system during the age of colonial expansion (15-1900’s). Then they often get passed on to family, friends and community members locally. Eventually, many end up back in the market where collectors and crafters purchase them. This old grouping could tell many stories about its journey.

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143 Main Street
Brattleboro, VT
05301

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