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Upcoming Bead Fairs
Late Summer Magic
How Seed Beads Can Transform Semi Precious
Enjoy a Bead Fair Soon
2026 Bead Fairs
Can only be used at the NEW shop & not with any other coupon. To get the discount Key INSPIRATION at checkout now, as offer ends Sat 29th August 2026. Use at https://mrbeadshop.com.
Sunday 23rd August - Penrith Bead Fair
This Sunday we're in Stainton Village Hall, Kings Arms, Penrith CA11 0EP. The latest semi precious beads by MrBead, seed beads & findings by Southampton Bead Shop, North Cumbria Beadworkers and more. Advise on beadwork and making beaded jewellery.
Call in the morning or stay the weekend, than combine with a lake cruise on an Ullswater steamer, which is just 7-miles south. It’s great around the Lake District in August! The new-built venue has air-con & wifi. For locals, bus X5 runs every hour on Sunday from Penrith to Workington – get off at the Methodist Church in Stainton, then just 1-minute walk to the hall. The hall is under 5-minutes from M6 Junction 40, and 9-minutes from the centre of Penrith – and 10-minutes from Ullswater. For full details click here.
Summer’s Richest Gemstone Colours
Feature beads that reflect late summer landscapes:
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Semi-Precious Stones For Late Summer
Good September choices:
Five Beads That Always Sell Well
Reliable favourites:
Why Mix Gemstones with Seed Beads
Adding seed beads can transform semi-precious designs without adding much cost.
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The secret? Seed beads
Tiny though they are, seed beads can completely change the look of a piece of jewellery. They add texture, create visual interest and allow gemstone beads to stand out even more.
Frame Your Gemstones
One of the easiest ways to enhance a design is to place a few seed beads between larger semi-precious beads. A strand of 8mm rose quartz, amethyst or amazonite instantly feels more refined when separated by delicate seed beads. The gemstones become individually highlighted rather than blending into one continuous row.
Add a Splash of Summer Colour
Mid-summer is the perfect time to experiment with vibrant colours. Metallic golds, bright turquoise, sunshine yellows or crystal-lined seed beads can introduce a cheerful seasonal touch without overpowering the natural beauty of the gemstones. For a softer look, choose seed beads in pearl white, champagne or transparent finishes that simply catch the light. To choose beads by colour click: Beads By Colour.
Create Professional-Looking Detail
Many high-end jewellery designers use seed beads because they add fine detail that larger beads can’t achieve. A simple bracelet can become a layered design with only a handful of seed beads carefully placed around focal stones or incorporated into small decorative sections. Click for a good choice of quality seed beads at: Southampton Bead Shop.
Improve Flexibility and Comfort
Seed beads also make jewellery more comfortable to wear. They create gentle spacing between larger stones, helping necklaces and bracelets drape more naturally while reducing bead-on-bead rubbing that can dull polished gemstone surfaces over time.
Excellent Value
Perhaps the biggest advantage is cost. Even a few dozen seed beads can make a noticeable difference, yet they add only pennies to the cost of a finished piece. That means you can create jewellery that looks more luxurious while keeping your material costs under control.
Perfect Gemstone Combinations for Summer
Some beautiful mid-summer pairings include:
A Small Addition with a Big Impact
Sometimes the smallest beads make the biggest difference. Whether you’re creating elegant necklaces, colourful bracelets or delicate earrings – seed beads allow you to add detail, contrast and personality while letting the natural beauty of semi-precious gemstones remain centre stage.
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We have booked 30 shows so far for 2026:
Sunday 23rd August: Penrith Bead Fair, Stainton Village Hall CA11 0EP
Sunday 6th September: Essex Bead Fair, Marks Tey Village Hall, CO6 1EJ
Sunday 13th September: New Forest Bead Fair, Brockenhurst Village Hall, SO42 7RY
Sunday 20th September: Beads Up North Craft Fair, Haydock Racecourse, Newton-Lee-Willows WA12 0HQ
Saturday 3rd October: Swindon Bead Fair, Purton Village Hall, 70 Station Road, Purton SN5 4AJ
Sunday 4th October: London Luton Bead Fair, Stockwood Hotel, Luton LU1 3SS
Sunday 18th October: Cambridge Bead Fair, Harston Village Hall, Harston CB22 7PX
Click For Bookings So Far: 2026 Bead Fairs
Can only be used at the NEW shop & not with any other coupon. To get the discount Key INSPIRATION at checkout now, as offer ends Sat 29th August 2026. Use at https://mrbeadshop.com.
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