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Products & Services

We carry an extensive selection of tools and supplies for the jewelry artist and novice beader alike!

Beads

  • Swarovski Crystals
  • Miyuki Seed Beads and Delicas
  • Glass
  • Semi Precious Stones
  • Fresh Water Pearls
  • Antique and Vintage Beads
  • Wood
  • Bone
  • Czech Fire Polish
  • African and Ethnic Beads
  • Local Area Artists Beads: Including Cristine Grimm, Rose Kren, Mark Jones, Jonathan Lamaire, Cara O'Brien, and Jill Jeltema.
  • Wire and Sheet Metal
  • Hilltribe Thai Silver Beads
  • Bali Sterling Beads
  • Vintaj Brass Findings and Beads
  • Tierracast Product Line
  • Charms
  • Venetian Glass
  • Ceramic


Tools

  • Tools in a variety of price ranges
  • EuroTool
  • Beadsmith
  • Tools for Metal Clay
  • Tools for Lampworking
  • Tools for Soldering
  • Tools for Metal working
  • Tumblers
  • Torches
  • We can special order kilns as well!


Beading Supplies

  • Stringing material
    • Wire
    • Soft Flex
    • Fireline
    • Beadalon
    • Stretch cord
    • Griffin silk
    • C-lon and Tuff-Cord
    • Waxed linen and a variety of hemp colors
    • Leather
    • Hand dyed silks
  • Additional supplies and tools
    • Needles
    • Awls
    • Tweezers
    • Thread conditioners
    • Lamps
    • Magnifiers


Findings

We carry findings in sterling silver, silver filled, 14K gold, 14K gold-filled, Vintaj nickel free brass, and Tierracast plated metal.  Our findings include clasps, earwires, jumprings, connectors, bead caps, and cones.

Books

We have a large selection of books on a variety of beading topics including bead stringing and design, beadweaving techniques, metalwork, working with glass, precious metal clay, and the history of beads.  Our books are for the beginner beader or for the advanced.

We carry a current and comprehensive collection of magazines including titles such as Beadwork, Bead and Button, Jewelry Artist, Creative Beading, Belle Armoire Jewelry, Stringing, and much, much more!


Other Services we offer:


BYOB and Open Work Stations
You can pull up a chair and work on a project at one of our open workstations whenever large classes or parties aren't in session. Bring Your Own Beads! You can use our tools if you want. Table space is first come, first serve, but it is rare that we wouldnt have room for you. You can always call ahead to make sure. Phone 616-296-0020.

You Design & String, We Finish
Not sure how to crimp or make a wrapped loop? Not sure you want to learn? You can pick your beads and assemble your design and we will attach the clasp or earring findings. For most strung pieces the labor charge is $3.00. You can design earrings or pendants too! Labor charges start at $1.00 for pendants and $2.00 for basic earrings.

Repairs
We can repair a wide range of beaded jewelry. Re-stringing labor charges start at $5.00 for bracelets and $8.00 for necklaces. Labor charges will vary depending on the nature of the repair. Bring your jewelry in and we can give you an estimate. We cannot make repairs that require soldering.


Fringe Benefits Club
Are you a member? Come in the store and sign-up today! We will keep track of your pre-tax purchases for each visit. For every $100 you spend, you will receive a $10.00 Gift Certificate to the store.


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Hours
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

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210 Washington Ave.
Grand Haven, MI 49417
Phone: 616.296.0020
The Creative Fringe | 210 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Phone: 616.296.0020 | Fax: 616.296.0019 | Email: stacy@thecreativefringe.com
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