I went to the bead shop yesterday. I only went because I was in that part of town and I thought maybe I could use a new pendant. One pendant, that's all. Or, at least that's what I told myself.
But, then I started browsing and found these incredibly cool agate beads, and then some more... I was pretty good, even so. I was able to restrain myself and only get two necklaces worth of beads.
It's funny when I talk to my English major friends about bookstores. They tend to say the same thing about bookstores as I say about bead shops. It's impossible to walk in and not walk out with something. There's no such thing as just looking.
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4 comments:
Hello Carly, I sell through etsy, too, at mwmdesigns.etsy.com. You have some lovely things in your shop and I'll "heart" you!
Ah bead stores! I have a favorite and, despite the fact that I always buy more than I go in for, I find that not just looking, but also holding the beads in my hand is a tactile pleasure like no other. I often buy beads not having a clue what I'll do with them, but I love having a "stash" to rummage through when I'm looking for an idea.
My beading friends and I also have our favorite bead store, Always buying more than what we intended but, we just can't help ourselves. cuz in the end they will be used in something fantastic and fun.
Hi M. It's Ali, actually. Nice to meet you. Stashes are essential beader equipment, for sure.
Bonnie - I know exactly what you mean :)
Carly-I have to say a bead stash must be maintained, like a garden. There is pruning to do and mulch and new plants and seeds must be added periodically to keep it just right...have fun with that pendant!
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