Beyond Beads North - Spokane (WA)

1 /5 Johanna Christianson: This place is horrible. They stereotyped me the second I walked in and were incredibly rude the entire time I was shopping. I would never give them a penny of mine. As they publicly humiliated me as I walked out the door I decided to make sure to spread the word. It was horrible. I dont steal and had no intentions. Absolutely out of line!!!

5 /5 Ileana Escartin: Beyond Beads in Spokane is a heaven for craft and jewelry enthusiasts, offering a unique selection that appeals to both beginners and seasoned artisans alike. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted by rows of vibrant beads in every color, shape and material imaginable, from glass and ceramic to gemstones and precious metals. The store is well organized with sections dedicated to different types of beads, findings, tools, and embellishments, making it easy to find exactly what you need or to discover something new to inspire your new project. The store carries unique charms, pendants, pearls, wooden beads, shimmering crystals. They also stock tools for beading, wire wrapping, jewelry making techniques magazines. One of the standout features of Beyond Beads is the knowledgeable and friendly staff. The ladies are more than happy to help with questions, from advising on the right materials for a project to offering tips on jewelry making techniques. Beyond Beads also offers classes and workshops, making it an ideal place to develop your skills and connect with others in Spokane’s crafting community.

1 /5 Talia Cesal: The bead selection is great, but I got scammed. Initial impressions were great when I walked in. A huge variety of colors, materials, gems, and findings! The lady working the counter was very sweet as well when I asked for help finding items. HOWEVER theres apparently a system with sorting and buying loose beads that I was never told when she handed me a bead tray. Apparently, the customer needs to put beads into the trays labelled with the correct pricing. Otherwise, the lady at the counter will charge whatever she thinks the price is. I bought 10 thin, imperfect clear crystal beads and thought I was paying 50 cents each. Instead, I paid $6.50 each for a total of $65! I also bought 4 medium sized clear crystal beads for what I thought was $2.50 each. Paid $5.50 each for a total of $22. In total, my $75 order came out to $152! I didnt think to check the math until after I paid and left, and then went back a few hours later to return the overpriced beads. I checked all the prices and thats when I realized I was overpriced. I talked to the lady at the counter and her attitude had totally changed! She told me that returns werent accepted and she would have to eat the cost...but what cost? SHE overcharged ME because the loose bead tray system was never explained (seriously, no sign or anything!), and I just wanted that corrected. She gave me $15 in cash and I left while apologizing, mostly because the confrontation felt so uncomfortable. Did the math again and realized I was still owed $62 and some change! I filed a dispute with my bank, but because theres no store logo or name on the receipt she gave me, they cant do anything. Im sure lots of people have a great experience here, but just make sure you double check her math before you walk out of the store.

1 /5 Grandma Birde: Backing up about this place being racist, labelled evil eye and hamsa as "tibetan eye", a very clear attitude difference from what seemed to be the main owner greeting queer people to the other white women shopping there, selling ablone along with other shells, and feathers, NRA and police stickers on the door.

5 /5 Carolyn Contracts Dessin: This is my favorite bead store in the country! Luckily, my best friend lives in Spokane, so I make at least one trip a year. The owner is wonderful. The seed bead selection is the best and best priced I’ve found. I make jewelry and buy lots of beads. The quality here is great - thanks!