Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
8-8-25 Update: The site is now up to a 40% off discount.
I'm sorry to report another closure of a beloved beading supplier, Sparkle Squad. @beadaholique is closing soon forever, so make sure to check out their site for discounts and closeout information. beadaholique.com
I've been a #beadaholique fan for a long time and am sad to see another jewelry making supplier close its doors after so long, but with all the changes in logistics and tariff complications, sourcing materials for state side distributors has become even more difficult. Several companies are having to rethink their ordering process for their own source materials, warehousing capabilities, etc...all while attempting to keep price increases to their customers to a minimum. With the additional closures of big-box stores like Joann Fabrics, one begins to wonder about the state of the crafting industry as a whole.
When possible, I try to support bead stores as I travel, as many still do not have websites. If I had any suggestions for those not selling online yet, please get that functionality ASAP because not everyone can visit your store locally, but we can share your links and purchase online. I have love for my overseas sellers as well, due to the nature of sourcing things like Czech glass beads, Japanese seed beads, Indian glass tubes and more. Other favorite overseas beading suppliers that offer consistent quality, fast shipping and discounts are also suffering due to high tariffs. I'm hopeful that things will get back to normal, but for the moment, it's tough in Sparkleville, y'all. #craftstoresclosing
📖 Manual Chapters/ Time stamps ⌛
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Closing announcement and discounts
01:08 Status of Beadaholique tutorials on YouTube
01:32 Bead haul begins
04:36 Oak leaf charms and my caterpillar damaged oak trees on the farm
05:37 Twilight crackle glass ice bracelets memories
10:00 Support local bead stores, events and their online sites
10:31 Czech glass tariffs update
11:10 Big Box craft stores closing such as Joann Fabrics
12:47 Outro and thanks!
At no cost to you...as an Amazon influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the other links mentioned are also my affiliate links, which I may earn a small commission if clicked or purchased. Your support is greatly appreciated, but never expected. Thank you!
🔗★ Affiliate & Other Product Links ★ 🔗
Beadaholique items on Amazon: amzn.to/4makO5g
Jewelry Making tools: amzn.to/44NmBaP
💖 For my Sparkle Squad sweethearts who ask, here's a link to my tip jar: paypal.com/paypalme/sparklebymonica
🔗#sparklebymonica links to follow & share: https://linktr.ee/SparkleByMonica
🛍️ Visit my Amazon Influencer shop where I promote various items that I use & enjoy: amazon.com/shop/sparklebymonica
🎁 View my Amazon Wishlist 🧚♀️ BIG SPARKLY thanks in advance!: 🌠amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3AW6GWXD3PL1H?ref_=wl_share
✂️ 🆕 🗄️ Use my exclusive coupon code SPARKLEBYMONICA to get $250 off the DreamBox 3 craft storage cabinet from @CreateRoom ! Please use my Create Room affiliate link: createroom.com/discount/SPARKLEBYMONICA
✂️ 🆕 🗄️ Use my exclusive coupon code SPARKLEBYMONICADBC to get $150 off the NEW DreamBox Center craft storage cabinet from Create Room! Please use my affiliate link: createroom.com/discount/SPARKLEBYMONICADBC
📺 Get sparkly support tips for YouTube ranking using TubeBuddy: tubebuddy.com/SparkleByMonica
🎶 Music: "Bells of Sparkle" by Justin Brett is used with permission from 123rf.
8-8-25 Update: The site is now up to a 40% off discount.
I'm sorry to report another closure of a beloved beading supplier, Sparkle Squad. @beadaholique is closing soon forever, so make sure to check out their site for discounts and closeout information. beadaholique.com
I've been a #beadaholique fan for a long time and am sad to see another jewelry making supplier close its doors after so long, but with all the changes in logistics and tariff complications, sourcing materials for state side distributors has become even more difficult. Several companies are having to rethink their ordering process for their own source materials, warehousing capabilities, etc...all while attempting to keep price increases to their customers to a minimum. With the additional closures of big-box stores like Joann Fabrics, one begins to wonder about the state of the crafting industry as a whole.
When possible, I try to support bead stores as I travel, as many still do not have websites. If I had any suggestions for those not selling online yet, please get that functionality ASAP because not everyone can visit your store locally, but we can share your links and purchase online. I have love for my overseas sellers as well, due to the nature of sourcing things like Czech glass beads, Japanese seed beads, Indian glass tubes and more. Other favorite overseas beading suppliers that offer consistent quality, fast shipping and discounts are also suffering due to high tariffs. I'm hopeful that things will get back to normal, but for the moment, it's tough in Sparkleville, y'all. #craftstoresclosing
📖 Manual Chapters/ Time stamps ⌛
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Closing announcement and discounts
01:08 Status of Beadaholique tutorials on YouTube
01:32 Bead haul begins
04:36 Oak leaf charms and my caterpillar damaged oak trees on the farm
05:37 Twilight crackle glass ice bracelets memories
10:00 Support local bead stores, events and their online sites
10:31 Czech glass tariffs update
11:10 Big Box craft stores closing such as Joann Fabrics
12:47 Outro and thanks!
At no cost to you...as an Amazon influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the other links mentioned are also my affiliate links, which I may earn a small commission if clicked or purchased. Your support is greatly appreciated, but never expected. Thank you!
🔗★ Affiliate & Other Product Links ★ 🔗
Beadaholique items on Amazon: amzn.to/4makO5g
Jewelry Making tools: amzn.to/44NmBaP
💖 For my Sparkle Squad sweethearts who ask, here's a link to my tip jar: paypal.com/paypalme/sparklebymonica
🔗#sparklebymonica links to follow & share: https://linktr.ee/SparkleByMonica
🛍️ Visit my Amazon Influencer shop where I promote various items that I use & enjoy: amazon.com/shop/sparklebymonica
🎁 View my Amazon Wishlist 🧚♀️ BIG SPARKLY thanks in advance!: 🌠amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3AW6GWXD3PL1H?ref_=wl_share
✂️ 🆕 🗄️ Use my exclusive coupon code SPARKLEBYMONICA to get $250 off the DreamBox 3 craft storage cabinet from @CreateRoom ! Please use my Create Room affiliate link: createroom.com/discount/SPARKLEBYMONICA
✂️ 🆕 🗄️ Use my exclusive coupon code SPARKLEBYMONICADBC to get $150 off the NEW DreamBox Center craft storage cabinet from Create Room! Please use my affiliate link: createroom.com/discount/SPARKLEBYMONICADBC
📺 Get sparkly support tips for YouTube ranking using TubeBuddy: tubebuddy.com/SparkleByMonica
🎶 Music: "Bells of Sparkle" by Justin Brett is used with permission from 123rf.
