Beads For Summer Jewellery, Holiday & Fair Reports
See us this Sunday at Norwich Bead Fair, George Best Western Hotel, Arlington Lane, Norwich NR2 2DA. free entry, refreshments & air-conditioned hall!
The latest just-imported semi precious beads from MrBead, plus original jewellery by The Bead Queen.MrBead Shop: https://mrbeadshop.com. For 2025 bead fairs, click Bead Fairs 2025.
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Latest Bead Fairs
Beads For Summer Jewellery
Bead Fair Reports
Mr & Mrs Bead’s French Trip
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Latest Bead Fairs
Norwich Bead Fair This Sunday, 13th July. Then Cornwall Sun 20th July
The show this Sunday is a short walk from Norwich City Centre. Then, the following Sunday, we're at the Cornish Bead Fair, Wadebridge. Make a holiday of it! Visit the fine City of Norwich this weekend – or enjoy the sun the following weekend in Cornwall. There’s more to life than work (and beads)! Travelodge’s are half price Sunday evenings.
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Online orders delayed between Cornish & London Bead Fairs: 18th to 25th July
Bead For Summer Jewellery
Classic Summer Colours
- Turquoise – a summer favourite that the sea and sky.
- Coral – warm and tropical, pairs beautifully with turquoise or gold.
- Sunshine Yellow – bright, cheerful, and perfect for a sun-kissed look
- Sky Blue / Aqua – cool and refreshing
- Hot Pink or Fuchsia – playful and energetic
- Orange / Tangerine – gives a bold, warm, tropical vibe
- White / Off-white / Ivory – clean and beachy.
Popular Combinations
- Turquoise + Coral + Gold
- Pink + Orange + White
- Sky Blue + Yellow + Pearl
- Mint Green + Lavender + Silver
- Neon accents (pink, green, orange) + white or clear beads for a fun, festival vibe
Bead Types That Work Well for Summer
- Glass beads (especially translucent or iridescent)
- Shell beads or cowrie shells
- Wood or coconut beads for a natural, boho feel
- Seed beads for lightweight, intricate designs
- Pearlescent beads for a beachy, shimmery effect
Light and colourful beads come to mind for summer jewellery, but don’t overlook the power and versatility of onyx beads. With their deep black sheen and grounding energy, onyx can be a striking centre-piece in warm-weather designs. It’s also the alternate stone for July. With the right combinations, onyx beads bring sophistication and contrast that elevate your summer style.
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Bead Fair Report
See the online newsletter for pictures of the shows.Lincoln Bead Fair
We done slightly better than expected in this beautiful new air-conditioned hall – although very quiet after 2pm.
Essex Bead Fair
Not as good as last year, but still a good turnout. Saturday evening in Essex, Southampton Bead Shop & MrBead met up for a meal at a nearby Turkish restaurant.
Worcester Bead Fair
This was better than expected and we took more than last year there. A very busy start and a rush of visitors from Birmingham in the last hour. Looking forward to returning to the West Midlands next year.
Mr & Mrs Bead’s French Trip
See pictures on the online newslaetter. It’s always good to get away. Some think we take it easy between shows – but this is far from true. We have to restock, mail online orders, market and organise fairs, answer emails, and do book keeping. It’s more than a full time job.
So we took 5-days off in Brittany. Flight Luton to Jersey, boat to St Marlo, then bus and train to Rennes and Nanes. Great seafood!
Enjoy a Bead Fair Soon!
Bead shows are great fun – you’ll love them! Bring a trolley, as beads get heavy. Take some cash for a weak signal on card payments. Talk to vendors and visitors to inspire new design ideas. Make a note of what you paid, and keep exhibitors’ business cards and leaflets.
For this years full list, click: 2025 Bead Fairs.
Next Bead Fairs
Sunday 13th July: Norwich Bead Fair, Great Western George Hotel, Arlington Lane, Norwich NR2 2DA
Sunday 20th July: Cornish Bead Fair, The John Betjeman Centre, Southern Way, Wadebridge PL27 7BX
Weekend 26th-27th July: London Gem n Bead Fair, Kempton Park, Staines Road East, London TW16 5AQ
Weekend 26th-27th July: London Gem n Bead Fair, Kempton Park, Staines Road East, London TW16 5AQ
Saturday 9th August: North Yorkshire Bead Fair, Spofforth Village Hall, Castle Street, Stofforth HG3 1AP
Sunday 10th August: Penrith Bead Fair, Stainton Village Hall, Kings Arm, Penrith CA11 0EP
Saturday 16th August: Berwick Upon Tweed Bead Fair, Ancroft Village Hall, Northumberland TD15 2TE
Sunday 17th August: Scottish Bead Fair, Normandy Hotel, Inchinnan Road, Renfrew, Glasgow PA4 9EJ
New venues at North Yorkshire, Penrith, Windsor, Swindon & Forest Row.
For the shows booked so far, click: 2025 Bead Fairs.
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