Things are looking better and Washington state has dropped its mandated mask policy. We in the BEAD SHOP ( Yarn Shop ) are going to continue to wear our masks when assisting for better protection for our most vulnerable customers, employees and family members. You do not need to wear a mask although we strongly encourage you to do so.
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The charms offered on the Wynwoods Gallery and Studio website contain all the love, joy and enthusiasm of their designer, Lois Venarchick. An artist since childhood and educated in the fine arts of painting, drawing and printmaking, I still paint, knit, write and compose a universe of thought and love into little pieces of art to wear.
Reviews (18)
Beth Mack
Jun 20, 2022
Came back 6/20/22 and 2 ladies were AWESOME! Lady in pink and the younger lady were so helpful. Original: Beautiful shop but the lady in here is RUDE RUDE RUDE. People here have been so nice so I am shocked she was so rude. Put everything down and left. Advised anyone reading to AVOID. Spend your money elsewhere. Just because a store is short staffed (like every other place) doesn't mean you can be rude. Rude also means tone of voice. Acting like customers are a burden is rude. Thinking back I am still shocked at her attitude. I am from out of town and wanted a bracelet for remembrance.
Ms. Janette B.
Feb 02, 2022
Ann Gusiff
Mar 25, 2021
Sharon Sanderson
Feb 13, 2021
I have been in the yarn store several times and always had a good experience. I recently tried my hand at beading and remembering the bead shop made a trip to Port Townsend specifically to go to this shop. I was wearing a Gator, approved state mandated face covering. At the entrance to the building a sign is posted requiring all customers to wear what they felt was an appropriate face covering. Fortunately for me, my husband had a cloth face covering in his pocket and let me use it.
So I entered the shop, but felt uncomfortable with the attitude. Since this is the largest bead specialty shop that I know of I hoped to get some guidance from a more experienced person. Unfortunately there was 1 salesperson and the entire time I was in the shop she was either on the phone or talking to a trade person. I was in the store for maybe 5 minutes and she was busy the entire time I was in the bead shop without helping 1 person.
I finally left, I'll just buy on line. I will say this is a lovely shop with a huge selection. If you know what you're doing, this is definitely a go to place. Apparently you didn't read my review., I didn't say I was unhappy with your mask policy, I was uncomfortable with the attitude. I guess if you can't take any criticism there is very little room for improvement.
We are all aware of Covid19 and I completely understand the stress this puts on a business. How bout " I'm sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you and I hope I can make your next shopping experience better. "
So I entered the shop, but felt uncomfortable with the attitude. Since this is the largest bead specialty shop that I know of I hoped to get some guidance from a more experienced person. Unfortunately there was 1 salesperson and the entire time I was in the shop she was either on the phone or talking to a trade person. I was in the store for maybe 5 minutes and she was busy the entire time I was in the bead shop without helping 1 person.
I finally left, I'll just buy on line. I will say this is a lovely shop with a huge selection. If you know what you're doing, this is definitely a go to place. Apparently you didn't read my review., I didn't say I was unhappy with your mask policy, I was uncomfortable with the attitude. I guess if you can't take any criticism there is very little room for improvement.
We are all aware of Covid19 and I completely understand the stress this puts on a business. How bout " I'm sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you and I hope I can make your next shopping experience better. "
Gretchen Schueller
Jan 25, 2021
Marybeth Markham
Jan 08, 2021
Miriam
Dec 29, 2020
I visited Port Townsend for shopping and lunch with a friend. We went all over town and our last stop was the bead shop. I walked all around the bead shop looking for sea glass beads. When I finally asked the shop woman if they had any she pointed to an area I'd missed. Then proceeded to tell me that my plastic face shield mask was "inadequate " even though its the same mask I had been wearing everywhere else including to my medical appointments.
She refused to serve me and ordered me to leave. What gives her the right to determine what mask is adequate and what isn't! Covid is definitely affecting more than respiratory systems! Follow up response: My facial covering is good enough for the governor of this state, my medical Dr, my dentist, my eye Dr, and all of the other shops or restaurants that I've visited.
It should be good enough for this bead shop! The woman in charge clearly has an extremely high level of fear and an extremely low level of customer service! I will never return to this shop!
She refused to serve me and ordered me to leave. What gives her the right to determine what mask is adequate and what isn't! Covid is definitely affecting more than respiratory systems! Follow up response: My facial covering is good enough for the governor of this state, my medical Dr, my dentist, my eye Dr, and all of the other shops or restaurants that I've visited.
It should be good enough for this bead shop! The woman in charge clearly has an extremely high level of fear and an extremely low level of customer service! I will never return to this shop!
Danielle Bazan
Dec 20, 2020
Power tripping snobs. We came in and was so rudely approached. Demanded to get out even though we were compiling with state guidelines. The staff there was aggressive and quickly jumped to take action against us. They were clearly concerned for their safety. Even though we were wearing state approved face coverings. The response from the staff took us off guard.
The woman especially was yelling at us to leave. Anxiety was high. Tensions grew. But all the drama was completely avoidable if we weren't feeling so attacked. We tried to talk calmly to the staff and explain ourselves. But they were rude and honestly mean. Really disappointing behavior of a store owner. Will never be shopping here again.
The woman especially was yelling at us to leave. Anxiety was high. Tensions grew. But all the drama was completely avoidable if we weren't feeling so attacked. We tried to talk calmly to the staff and explain ourselves. But they were rude and honestly mean. Really disappointing behavior of a store owner. Will never be shopping here again.
Chloe' Rogers
Nov 19, 2020
A favourite of mine from the time I could barely walk to now-20 years later! The store owner is wonderful and makes amazing handcrafted jewelry. This store has been a hallmark for P.T., in its uniqueness, beauty, and family-oriented environment. Stop by to see a large collection of beads, jewelry and charms!
Becky J.
Oct 01, 2020
NebulasOverSeas
May 22, 2019
Best Bead Store I have ever seen! Every kind of "new" shaped/multi hole/crystal bead you can imagine. Just amazing, and extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful staff. They pack a giant punch into a small space.also, prices are very fair, especially for a small town specialty shop. Prices on finished pieces are also very good. Love this place and will be back!
Michael Peterson
May 01, 2019
Paula B.
Jul 03, 2017
They sure cram a lot into this little bead store. I often find unique items that I haven't seen in other bead stores. They also have a large selection of seed beads and pewter charms. The owner is very helpful and offers great advice when asked about fixing a piece of jewelry or the best tools or supplies required to create a bead project. There are a lot of sample projects around the shop that ignite my creative inspiration and I ended buying even more things. Great marketing!
Gretchen S.
Aug 05, 2015
Overon M.
Mar 22, 2015
Emily G.
Aug 13, 2010
Barb B.
Jan 28, 2007
Great selection of beads, findings, and custom clasps and charms. I love this little store! It is very well organized and has a lot more than first meets the eye. It has pretty much everything you need to make jewelry and other beaded accesories. They always have nice examples of jewelry they have made and most all are for sale too. Like a candy store for bead nuts.
Kiki H.
Feb 09, 2006