Novelty Beads, Tazewell, TN

Novelty Beads
228 Whitaker Street, Tazewell, TN, 37879
Phone: (423) 626-1060

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Handmade Glass Beads

All of our beads are handmade from Moretti/Effetre soft glass and kiln annealed for strength and durability. These are the finest in handmade lampwork beads created by Marilyn Jones from Novelty Beads Loft Studio in Tazewell, Tennessee.

The prices listed are for beads in the specific size shown. You may order any of the styles below in your choice of color, bead size, and mandrel size. We can make beads on mandrel sizes 1/16, 3/32, and 1/8 inch. We will custom make any bead in any size, however, custom orders require extra delivery time to allow for production of your specific beads. Please email us with your bead need and we will promptly provide a price quote and estimated delivery date.
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Round Beads (click a photo for a larger view) Prices listed are for round beads measuring 10mm to 14mm. Email us for a price quote on larger beads.
Dots ($3.00 ea) These beads make any project really fun. You may choose any base color and one or more colors for the dots. The dots can be raised or flat for a smooth finish. Encased Florals ($5.00 ea) These beads are one base color decorated with vines and flowers and encased in a layer of clear which magnifies the decorations and gives the bead depth. Spacers ($1.00 ea) These can be made in any color and size up to 12mm. Swirled Dots ($3.00 ea) Very interesting beads indeed. The base bead is one color with dots layered and swirled. You can be the designer and choose any color combination. Owl Eyes ($3.00 ea) These beads are cool! They are dots placed around a base bead and melted flat. Then a transparent color is added on top of the dot with a floating bubble in each one. The dots can be layered with several colors to make rings around the outside. They are 10mm to 14mm in size and come in many colors.	Encased Dots ($3.50 ea) These beads are designed for a more up scale project. They are a one color base encased in clear with dots added to the outside. You may choose to have the dots raised or melted flat for a smooth finish. Encased Stripes ($4.00 ea) These beads are done on a base of black, then dots are added, wrapped with a band of clear and melted flat. As the clear melts it stretches the dots to make them look like stripes. Pretty cool! Surface Florals ($3.00 ea) These are really nice beads. They have a base of any color and flowers of any color. The flower's petals may be different colors or each flower may be a different color. The center can have a raised dot, a floating bubble, or a stamen stringer. Wrapped Stringer Twisties ($3.00 ea) These beads are made with one color base and wrapped with a stringer or a twistie for a very nice effect. A real good looking bead for any project. Triangles ($3.00 ea) I love these beads! They are different color triangles around a solid color base bead. They can be left plain or, for a little more detail, a dot can be placed at the tip of each triangle. They are 10mm to 14mm in size and are available in many colors.
Shaped Beads (click a photo for a larger view)
Bones ($4.50 ea) Keeping up with the current craze I've started making the designer bone beads. You can order these beads in any colors that you like. They measure about an inch long. Pansies ($4.50 ea) These little flowers are sooo beautiful. So bright and cheerful! They measure about 15mm-16mm and can be made in colors of your choice. Lentils ($3.00 ea) These beads can be made in any color with a variety of surface decorations. They can be made in sizes 14mm, 15mm, and 18mm. Bicone Ivory Focals ($6.00 ea) This lovely focal bead is made in ivory with veins of beige running through it. It measures about 1" long, 1/2" wide and 3/4" thick. A beautiful uniquely shaped bead. Bicone Floral Focals ($6.00 ea) This bicone shaped focal is made with a base of black and decorated with a green vine, purple flowers and small white flowers. It measures 7/8" long and 3/8" wide. Hearts ($5.50 ea) These beads can be made in any color with any decoration you choose. The largest in this picture measures 7/8" long and 3/4" wide. The hole can run horizontally or vertically. Sea Shells ($5.50 ea) These beads are very special. They can be made in any color and measure about an inch long. Thanks Karen Moyer for your tutorial and inspiration in the design of these beautiful beads. Bumble Bees ($5.50 ea) Who could resist this little Bumble Bee! He's certainly the maker of the sweetest honey. They measure about 3/4 of an inch long. and about 5/8 of an inch wide.	Pigs($4.50 ea) What Biker Chick wouldn't find these irresistible? These measure 18mm, but you can order them in a 15mm size if you want. The face is on the front side and the behind in on the back side, of course. Lampwork Daisy Spacers (3 for $5.00) Here are the perfect spacer beads. They are sure to make all your designs unique! They measure about 3mm by 9mm and can be made in any color. For a matte finish, they can be etched at no extra charge. Pillows ($3.50 ea) These beads can be made in any color with a variety of surface decorations. They measure about 15mm. Fish ($5.50 ea) These little fish are so cute. They measure about 3/4" wide and less than 1" long. They come in a variety of colors decorated with dots, flowers, twisties and different color lips. Thanks Karen Moyer for your tutorial and inspiration in the design of these beautiful beads. Flower Tabs ($5.50 ea) These beads are basically a lentil shape bead with a single large flower surface decoration. Pedals are added around the outside for a very unique bead. Lady Bugs ($4.50 ea) I love these cute little beads. These lady bugs can be made in any color you choose. They measure from 7/8" to 1" long and 7/8" to 1" wide. Roses ( Email us for Price Quote ) Absolutely beautiful roses! All of the pedals are formed and held hot then applied to the base bead one at a time. A catalyst, made with a striped stringer, is added for the finishing touch. Leaves may be added for the perfect set. You may choose the colors. Turtles ($4.50 ea) Way too Cute! These little guys can be made in any color and measure about 3/4" to 7/8" long.