Gift Ideas
A list of staff picks, big sellers, and best buys. Find the perfect gift for the perfect person.
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Freshwater Seed Pearl Twenties Weave Lariat with Branched Fringe
$476.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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It is unusual to stitch with pearls, but these seed pearls are so delicate that they’re perfect for the job. This twenties weave lariat is 32″ long from longest branch to longest branch. It can be tied and wrapped in many ways and every one is elegant.
See here for matching twisted fringe earrings.
Freshwater Seed Pearl Twisted Fringe Earrings
$84.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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It is unusual to stitch with pearls, but these seed pearls are so delicate that they’re perfect for the job. The twisted fringe is joined at the stop with some peyote stitch and finished off with a Swarovski crystal. Ear wires are gold filled lever backs.
Click here to see the matching seed pearl lariat.
Beadology Iowa Gift Certificates
$10.00 – $100.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Beadology Iowa gift certificates can be used on beads, beading supplies, classes, finished jewelry, repairs, or custom orders. They cannot be redeemed on our web site. If you see something you want on the web site, please call to place your order.
We will need to know the name of the recipient and the postal address of where to send this if it is not the same address as the purchaser. Please add this information in the notes portion of your shopping cart.
Pearls Galore Mystery Box
$50.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Each mystery “box” from our Pearls Galore collection contains 5 strands of beautiful freshwater pearls. All strands are 15″-16″ and retail at $18 or more, a minimum $90 value. They come in 3 themes: neutral light, neutral dark, and vibrant & colorful. You choose the theme, we choose the strands at random to fit that theme. No two boxes are the same, so treat yourself to a few surprises and be inspired.
Gray Multistrand Pearl Necklace
$376.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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The soft gray of the pearls is beautiful and consistent. With 9 strands, this piece looks best twisted, but can hang loose nicely. It’s a fantastic collar at 18″ with a sterling silver hook clasp. It is security knotted.
Lygia Celebration Earrings
$152.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Made from a pattern by Phyllis Dintenfass, these gorgeous earrings use a mix of peyote stitch and herringbone stitch to create beautiful triangles shapes. We’ve used bright and happy colors that just scream summer.
Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet with Button Closure
$58.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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These beautiful bracelets are created using beaded kumihimo, a popular braiding technique from Japan. They come with coordinated button closures and decorative tassels. Call 319-338-1566 to order custom colors and size for an additional 15%.
Toolbox Essentials
$49.70Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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These supplies are the essentials for any beader’s toolbox. A great gift set for any beginner to start their hobby. This collected gift set ($49.70) is perfect for holidays or birthdays or any days! Save 15% on bundled essentials than when you purchase supplies separately.
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For further information, check out the links to the individual products. Colors and packaging may vary from the photo.
Byzantine Bracelet Kit
$22.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Learn the basics of byzantine chain maille to make a bracelet. Chain maille is a technique of taking individual open jump rings and putting them together to form a mesh or chain. Proper tool handling and opening and closing of rings is emphasized. The rings are anodized aluminum and the clasp is a plated snap clasp.
Chain Maille Bracelet
$78.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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These lightweight, colorful bracelets are intricate looking and beautiful. The pops of color are fantastic flashes on a wrist. The rainbow bracelets were part of our celebration of over 50 years of Pride in Iowa City. The rings used in these bracelets are anodized aluminum, unless otherwise listed. We have a few color choices, but welcome custom requests. Works well with school and sports team colors. Call 319-338-1566 with a size and color scheme then add 15% for custom orders.
Pearl, Sterling, and Turquoise Necklace
$206.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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This strung necklace is a gorgeous hodgepodge of varied pearls, sterling silver chunk and round spacers, and turquoise chips. Connected to pewter rings, there is an asymmetrical spray of turquoise drops, and the piece clasps with a large sterling silver lobster clasp. A fantastic statement piece.
Rainbow Winged Earrings
$98.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Colorful, playful, and very wearable. These earrings are made with Japanese glass beads, frosted Czech glass and gold filled ear wires. They measure 2.5″ long, including the ear wire. Designed and made by Laurel Kubby.
RBG Collar Earrings
$80.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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These earrings are in honor of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. An icon in her lifetime, U.S. Supreme Court Justice, feminist, activist, attorney, weight lifter, and wife. This design is made and can be worn to show deep admiration for her commitment and actions towards equity and justice.
Glass beads are woven around sterling wire. The nickel-free pewter scales of justice charm hangs in the front. The ear wires are sterling. Made by Cheryl Weatherford.
Vagearrings
$148.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Peyote stitch with ruffles makes for this lovely representation of the power of the vagina. Note the fresh water pearl. The ear wires are niobium–great for people with metal allergies. 20% of proceeds will go to the Emma Goldman Clinic. Made by Karen Kubby. Item #11535.
Vagearrings Kit
$36.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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This design was inspired by inappropriate remarks from 2018 Presidential candidate Donald Trump about grabbing women’s crotches. Our “grabbable” parts should be more under our control and visible to the world, hence “vagearring”. Designed by Karen Kubby.
This pattern uses peyote stitch with herringbone corners to make a marquis. Then embellish the base with netting to create a ruffle. The ear wires are niobium. Add a pearl in just the right place, and you are a women in control!
Hugs and Kisses Bangle
$156.00Date and Time: 01/01/1970 from -
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Frosted peanut beads with crystal montees for some bling make up this 7.75″ bangle. It can dress up any outfit, adding a little classy glamour to denim or a little black dress.