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Those that know me well know that I have a very low tolerance for “cute”…but COME ON! As my daughters might say: OMG! ADORBS!

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Project Brass Statue is underway! We (meaning me) are shooting to have a large portion of the brass statues you see us selling at shows up on the website by the end of the year. Wish us (me) luck…it’s A LOT!

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New Arrivals:

Java Jatim and “Viking” Beads!

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Hilltribe Silver: For the time being we have stopped stocking any hilltribe silver. Yes, we miss it too. 🙁 But financially it makes no sense for us at the moment due to the high cost of silver. If prices drop back to a level where we can once more add it to our inventory we will let everyone know.

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I am often asked (well, maybe not “often”…or ever….) “Ramsey, you have 100s of reference books on beads and jewelry that you’ve gathered over the past 4 decades of your life in beads. What is the book in your collection you are most proud of tracking down?” Weeeelllll…I’m so glad you asked! 😉 This one:

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New! New! New! Brass styles!

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One of my favorite Thai films is currently streaming on Netflix. A thriller with Buddhist AMULETS central to the plot. Are you kidding me?!?! How awesome is that?! I saw it on the plane on my last trip to Thailand. You’re welcome! 😉 (English subtitles!)

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Here’s a NEW ARRIVAL you’re going to {{{L-O-V-E }}} Do you use our bestselling BB064a 4mm spacers but occasionally wish you also had an option for something just a weeee nip smaller? THIS is your lucky day! Introducing the BBPS3. The 3mm P-erfect S-pacer Bead. Starting at $6 strand and available in 6 finishes. You’re welcome! 🙂

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