Blue Door Beads

Have you tried out our new sterling silver / gold-filled make and take kits yet? #bluedoorbeads #beading #jewelrymaking #necklace #earrings #shopsmall #shoplocal #shopoakland #oakland #bayarea

Happy first day of Spring! If you’ve stopped by recently, you may have noticed our potted chair has gotten a makeover! Thank you Paula for giving our plant some MUCH needed TLC! #piedmontave #bdb #bluedoorbeads

A great way to incorporate subtle metallics into your color palette is with seed beads! #bluedoorbeads #beads #seedbeads #shopsmall #shoplocal #shopoakland #oakland #bayarea

If you aren’t into bright colors, @pantone Illuminating and Ultimate Gray can be translated into gold and silver! Which metal do you prefer? #bluedoorbeads #beading #jewelry #pantone #pantone2021 #pantonechallenge #rings #shopsmall #shoplocal #shopoakland #oakland #bayarea

Another look at the 2021 @pantone colors in metal form! We carry a variety of specialty chains like these for your more intricate projects! #bluedoorbeads #pantone #pantone2021 #pantonechallenge #jewelry #beads #chain #shopsmall #shopoakland #shoplocal #oakland #bayarea

Join us this weekend! Know someone who is just starting out, or could use a refresher? These are both great beginner classes! Sign up on our website, or over the phone! #bdb #bluedoorbeads #jewelry #jewelryclasses #diy #virtualclasses

Under the sea wish I could bead part of your world #bluedoorbeads #beads #pearls #freshwaterpearls #fwp #beading #jewelry #diy #necklaces #shoplocal #shopsmall #shopoakland #oakland #bayarea #bdb

The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s never too early to start shopping for gifts! All of our finished jewelry is made by staff in store! #shopsmall #shoplocal #bluedoorbeads #beads #beading #jewelry #giftideas #giftidea #holidayshopping #christmas #christmasgifts #wishlist #shopoakland #oakland #bayarea @ Blue Door Beads

We recently restocked seed beads, one of our best selling products! Be sure to replenish your supply soon! #bluedoorbeads #beads #bdb #seedbeads #beading #jewelry #diy #necklaces #bracelets #shopsmall #shoplocal #shopoakland #oakland #bayarea

Have you seen these? Hexagonal onyx & round matte howlite, here to dramatically dress your holiday season.

SALE All $50+ gem strands are now 25% off! Plus, grab bags are 50% off! Sale ends tomorrow, don’t miss out! #sale #beads #gems #gemstones #beading #bluedoorbeads #oakland #bayarea #shoplocal #shopsmall #shopoakland #lapis #amazonite

Need some new project inspiration? Follow us on Pinterest! We’ve been posting some awesome jewelry made by staff! #bdb #bluedoorbeads #jewelryinspo #diy

Miyuki delica beads can be used in all kinds of weaving projects, but we love them with this metal cuff that works as a frame! Personalize your design with metal finish and bead color options! #bluedoorbeads #beads #beading #beadweaving #delicabeads #seedbeads #weaving #jewelry #bracelet #bracelets #jewelryinspiration #shopoakland #shoplocal #oakland #bayarea #shopsmall @ Oakland, California

Congratulations to our winners & thank you to everyone who participated! #BDBOctoberBeadContest #bluedoorbeads

It’s a beautiful day to make our voices heard! Let’s make it count!

We put forth the challenge of creating a piece including 6 pre-selected beads, some of our customers rose to the challenge & they did not disappoint! Now, we need the public’s help to declare a winner! Vote for your favorite composition by stating their submission # in the comments below. ... 10/28 UPDATE: Voting has ended, thank you for your participation! Winners will be announced in the next few days.

We have tons of spook-tacular Halloween earrings and beads for you at the shop right now! #shoplocal #halloween #bayarea #bluedoorbeads #beads #beading #autumn #fallvibes #spookyseason #october #oakland #shopoakland

Who said autumn can’t have a pop of color? #bluedoorbeads #crystals #beads #beading #bayarea #oakland #shoplocal #shopoakland #autumn #fallvibes @ Oakland, California

Have you seen these? Falling into autumn with naturals: coco tusks + shaved wood rounds, & complimentary grounding gems: electroplated hematite and smoky quartz #beadsunseen #beadlover #bayareaartists #shoplocal #hematite #smokyquartz #naturalbeads

You can never have too many earwires on hand, especially when you can make them yourself! Join Jessica for her Hoop Fabrication and Handmade Earwires class on Sunday, October 18th and hammer away from the comfort of your own home. Sign up on our website to reserve your spot! #bluedoorbeads #bdb #jewelryclasses #hoopearrings #handmade