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June 2023 by Lynne S.
This is an amazing store! Fully stocked with beads from around the world! Keith is always there to help you and can answer almost any question you have!! Highly recommend!
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June 2023 by Jen Locke
I was on a search for a specific bead and Keith found it for me. There are so many beads and it's like a little bead paradise. I enjoyed it and I'll be a recurring customer.
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May 2023 by jake vite
The shop owner is genuinely one of the coolest people I've ever met. I stopped in at the suggestion of the jewelers up the street as I was looking to have my watch repaired.Not only did he fix it within 10-ish minutes, he also showed me *how* he was doing it so I could tackle it myself next time, some extra features that I didn't even know the watch could do, and gave it a deep cleaning when he fixed the glass.One of those rare places that are a treasure to find. It almost felt like being in an Indiana Jones movie where you had to seek out an expert of a subject-area, tucked away in their domain filled with academic curiosities from their life-long commitment to the subject.Thanks again and if you're wondering if you should stop in - can't recommend it enough.
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April 2023 by Katherine Suttle
My son who lives in Minneapolis recommended this store and sent me there to make a purchase for my birthday. I was pleasantly surprised when I was greated by Keith who was so helpful.... very patient and kind. I will definitely return again. Thanks for a wonderful experience!
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April 2023 by Sherry Drinkwine-Letteney
The best place! Keith is a wealth of information and artistic ideas. You can't go wrong here!
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March 2023 by Gabe Zavala
I have been to this location on more than one occasion and both times this place has had the door locked. The first time he actually said to me "What do you want? " What do I want???? Who says that to someone who comes to their store? He told me I couldn't walk on the floor because they were having the floors refinished and he would get anything and bring it to me but I had to stay on the front carpet? I told him forget it. Why would I go to a store and everything I want to see this guy has to bring to me? Gosh this guy does not want business at all..Then today my family and I went and the door was locked again and he had one lady in the store and said she would be done in 5 minutes if we could just wait outside? With the way I've been treated both times I will never visit this racist store ever again!
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February 2023 by Jodie Bolton
I went to planet bead yesterday and was pleasantly surprised. Keith would show me beads he thought I might like, he made some suggestions, and was very helpful. Planet Bead has a huge inventory and I'll definitely go back. And... I had no problem finding a parking spot.?
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December 2022 by Hanna P.
Skip going to Michael's or Joanna's fabric and take yourself to the magical land of planet bead. I was unsure of what to expect and was impressed by this hidden gem of a store in our very downtown. I love to make bracelets for friends and this store had everything I needed and then some. Keith, the owner, was so welcoming and made sure I knew the ins and outs of how beads can be purchased along with educational tips along the way. Keith made sure all the customers in the store were taken care of and his customer service is beyond exceptional. I was able to take my time, ask questions and enjoyed my time. This is a spot you don't want to miss and I can't believe it took me 12 years to finally make it here but I did!You can find beads ranging in price based on the quality of the beads. You'll be able to find beautiful pendants as well as real crystal specimen beads at different grades. Need gifts for a friend, this is a great spot to pick up your next treasure for them.Thank you Keith!
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December 2022 by Eric E
Awesome…does watch and clock repairs also…..very friendly
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December 2022 by Perry Rossa
If you’re into beads, or looking for a gift for someone who is, Planet Bead is not to be missed! Keith’s knowledge and enthusiasm of the history, art and craft of bead culture will broaden your horizons. There are thousands of choices, from modern to historical, to choose from, and he can help you refine your choices with advice ranging from aesthetics to authenticity and durability under daily wear. Go there!!
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December 2022 by Mary Alice Holmes
Beautiful store - the selection is awesome. As someone who loves a sparkly bead, it’s worth the drive from Madison
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October 2022 by Vince G. Toney
One of the most professional customer friendly businesses that I’ve encountered.
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August 2022 by ChibiAyanechan
Very good quality beads and tools. The owner was really kind, packaged everything carefully and even gave me some pointers. Definitely worth the journey into downtown Milwaukee!
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July 2022 by Jolene U.
Prices weren't too bad, they have lots of beautiful stones and you can easily spend an afternoon looking at everything. To be let it, you just need to loiter in front for a few mins or so.
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July 2022 by Diana De La Paz
It's the best bead store I have been to, it has everything your looking for and more.
