Which Monthly Bead & DIY Jewelry Box is the BEST? Slide-Show

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4 жыл бұрын

Hey beautiful! ✿ It’s Gina from orchidandopal.com. Please see below for the list of monthly bead boxes, links, coupon codes, and time stamps. In this presentation, I break down many of the monthly bead subscription options into categories, such as weavers vs. stringers, and cost. I hope it helps you determine which bead box is right for you, and your style of beading.
Please feel free to leave a comment sharing your favorite bead box, and why! Thanks for watching!
★☆★ List of boxes:
✔ Bargain Bead Box - bit.ly/2EGlCyj
(Use Code OPAL2 at Checkout for $2 off first month’s box)
✔ Potomac Beads Best Bead Box bit.ly/2MuD6Pw
(Use code Opal10 to save 10%)
✔ Eureka Crystal Beads Collections -- bit.ly/366RW6W
✔ Dollar Bead Box - bit.ly/2BTkV0P
(use code Orchid2 for $2 off)
✔ BeadCrate - bit.ly/2EQvAuy
✔ Curated Bead Box - curatedbeadbox.com
(use code ooj35percent to save 35%)
✔ Beads of the Month/Adornable Elements - adornableelements.com
(Use Code OPAL10 at Checkout for 10% off first box)
✔ Softflex Mystery Bead Kit -- softflexcompany.com/kits/desi...
✔ Jesse James Beads - shrsl.com/1w82c
HONORABLE MENTION: budgetbeadbox.com (not included in the video, but worth a look for new beaders)
✿✿✿ TIME STAMPS
Bead-weavers - less than $25 4:00
Bead-weavers - more than $25 10:53
Bead-stringers - less than $25 13:37
Bead-stringers - more than $25 17:38
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Updated: 2020-10-23 #beadedjewelry #jewelrymaking #beadworking #beads #jewelry #diy #beading

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@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

✿ Hey beautiful beaders! This is a slide-show I put together to answer the MOST COMMON question I have gotten by far..."WHICH IS THE BEST BEAD BOX?" Please use this information as a loose guide, based on my personal experience and opinions, and refer to the time stamps in the description section if you would like to skip around (I know there is a lot of info - no way around it 🤷🏻‍♀️😬) Most importantly, though - please let us know in a comment what YOUR favorite monthly bead box is, and why! I think we can all benefit from hearing a number of opinions on the topic since we are all different. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch! HAPPY BEADING! 💜💜💜

@jennifershort3104 Жыл бұрын

Seeing this three years later and still helpful. Thank you.

@ORCHIDandOPAL Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad!! 😁

@maryreed1124 4 жыл бұрын

You put a lot of work into this video. Very informative and much appreciated.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Mary! It's been on my mind for a while. Glad I could finally put it out there in one video. :) Thanks for watching!

@srvntlilly 4 жыл бұрын

This was SO informative and detailed; I can't imagine anyone having anymore questions! You covered every area so thoroughly. I originally chose Bargain Bead Box, because I'm on a very limited income, and it was the lowest price, and I liked what I saw from your unboxing videos. I'm so glad I did. It really is a cool surprise every month when it comes. As you said, you're not gonna be thrilled with every single thing every single month. But every month, there are ALWAYS a few items that I love, or even needed to finish another project not from the box. Sometimes, I'm not crazy about the color themes, or the particular metal findings that month, but I'm sure that's true with every other subscription, too. Another awesome thing I've discovered, since I've been getting it for a while now, is that since they have a rotating metal findings color every few months, if I wasn't able to find what I needed from one month's box, the next time that metal comes around again, I can combine both the boxes ,this time oxidized copper, and wind up with a ton of new ideas and possibilities. With those two boxes, I've ended up with a MOUNTAIN of gemstones, and different color beads that coordinate awesomely together with both of the combined boxes. (Seems kind of silly calling them boxes, since they're actually bags, lol, but yeah...) Anyway, I never would have known any of these subscriptions even existed if I hadn't stumbled across one of your unboxing videos, while randomly poking around recommended videos. So thank you so much for everything you do. You do an amazing job, whatever you're doing...whether doing a tutorial, an unboxing, a finished project video, and now this awesome informational one. If I was going to recommend a channel for new OR experienced beaders, yours would definitely be on the top of the list! 😊👍🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌹💐💖

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing!! 💜💜💜

@FairMaidenDesigns 3 жыл бұрын

Good Lord thank you for making this video!!!! There are SO MANY bead boxes I have no clue which one would be good for a beginner that's also a decent value as well. It must have taken a long time to get all this information together so again, thank you for taking the time to make it!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

I am so happy to help! Thanks, Stephanie! 💜💜💜

@donnawilson2726 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome video! I am a part time bead stringer, or as my husband says....a bead collector. I got a gift of three months of bargain bead box and absolutely loved them, though I haven't used all the materials yet. I decided to try out the dollar bead box and bag and have received the first one, which other than opening I haven't touched yet, though it did fit well with what I like to do. The last few weeks I have been working on using up some of my ancient stash, though I have no idea what I'm going to do with all the stuff I've made, other than giving it to my high school students! You are such an.inspiration to so many of us! Keep up the good work.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Donna! 💜

@eileenatkinson834 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for expressing your opinions and categorizing each subscription! I currently do not participate in subscriptions but have purchased items based on your unboxings. I have been beading for a while and enjoy the process of creating my own color/texture/shape combinations with beads and chain. Your bead box/haul episodes always inspire me!

@kathyroknich1429 4 жыл бұрын

I like the bargain bead box cause they are very generous with enough of stuff for you to create a lot of jewelry items. And be proud of what you created.

@kathyroknich1429 4 жыл бұрын

I love bargain bead box. Just started it and I'm very pleased. Thank you Gina.

@suem.3651 4 жыл бұрын

Very well thought through approach to summarizing these boxes, I learned so, so much from this, even discovering my types of preferences, which I didn’t realize I had. I finally just signed up for the Potomac Beads Best Bead box for November. I buy and love their products, but wouldn’t commit before watching this. I like individual box videos, too, Gina! Thanks for the work you put into this!

@rainbell2817 4 жыл бұрын

So many wonderful subscription options, but I just love Czech fire-polished beads, and the variety and quality of the Dollar Bead Box fire-polished strands is just awesome. And then you can purchase more for only $1. I think it's a great subscription.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing!

@margaretgobrick428 4 жыл бұрын

This information helps me decide what one's are going to meet my needs. I do weaving, string,+ wire wrapping and incorporating them into other projects I'm getting interested in. thank you for this video.

@danawirthrittenhouse6414 4 жыл бұрын

After watching Gina unbox lots of different subscription boxes, I decided to subscribe to Bargain Bead Box and have not been disappointed. My Social Security doesn't go far but it wasn't just the money that was a consideration. I do really appreciate the included shipping but it is really the combination of beads and coordinated findings and embellishments they include that got me. It is such a pain to go searching for the extras you may need to go along with a project. I guess you can call me a Stringer and though I am trying to learn new techniques I love coming up with new ways of stringing and designs for bead stringing in combination with other mediums. I watch all kinds of tutorials about everything in every language, it's fun to see what everyone is doing. Let's all have fun 😸

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Dana! 💜

@jovebo3015 4 жыл бұрын

I just subscribed to Bargain Bead Box and received my first box. I loved it! I felt there was such a nice variety of beads. I loved the natural stone beads which are my favorites. I also felt that there was good value for my dollars.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Jo!

@willowreilly893 4 жыл бұрын

I think you did an amazing job with this. I have tried several of the boxes. As a weaver I enjoy the adornable elements and I am also a big fan of the Bargain Bead Box.

@durindaau8085 4 жыл бұрын

This was a great video. I have been overwhelmed with the boxes, so I was very glad to see this. Tifs.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@amygoldman7014 4 жыл бұрын

Wow Gina, you are my favorite with You tube when it comes to beading (and I’ve looked at many videos) I can tell this takes a lot of your time and you are quite knowledgeable. I so appreciate it. I did the Dollar bead box ,which I loved, but I wanted a change, so I switched to Bargain Bead Box and you are right, it is well put together, a lot of variety, and since they give you a lot of items, I have many left over that I find I can use in other projects. Also I love that you get a coupon code for their sister web site if you want to order other items. So reasonably priced.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing, Amy! I am happy to have you here! 💜

@msprettyeve 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing all these very factual videos of yours Gina and I love it. And I like Bargain Bead Box the most and I subscribed!

@alesiahowington5507 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I love how you "organized" the information so that it was easy to understand. Have a great day

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Alesia! You too! 💜

@marymacdonald805 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and very helpful! I hope you continue with your unboxing videos. I look forward to them every month.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary! Thank you, I definitely plan to!

@StacyClark73 4 жыл бұрын

Great video comparison Gina, thanks for taking the time to put this together for everyone to see.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching, Stacy!

@danifox568 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gina! This helped me finally decide on a box to subscribe to. I truly appreciate the time it had to take to put this together. I could hug you for this! First box to come in November. Still organizing everything I have had boxed up the last several years. More inspiration to get it done. You're my only beading subscription on KZfaq :)

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Awww, hugs back at you, Dani! 💜

@ceciliaalvarez51 4 жыл бұрын

Awwww really helpful!! And I really would loved to have seen these before my subscription on the dollar bead box!!! Well I hope it's good subscription box!! Thanks again!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I am so glad to hear it, Cecilia! 💜

@fuzzylop9164 4 жыл бұрын

Nice informative video. I will be looking back to this reference from time to time. Thank You.💕

@lindaclaxton4746 4 жыл бұрын

My favourite is the Bargain Bead Box they also have reasonable shipping to the UK. There are plenty of items that can be made each month from this box, I love their themes.

@lightnindawn7710 3 жыл бұрын

I love the 30% off coupon code that is included in the bargain bead box & the fact that you can use it multiple times before the expiration date, which is also very generous -well over a month & by that time you've gotten your next months box & coupon code. You really can't go wrong with this particular subscription box, imo!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! Thanks for sharing your opinion!

@marjoryayala2470 2 жыл бұрын

Gina, thank you for your dedication to the beading world. Your videos are awesome!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Marjory!! 💜😁💜😁

@yolandavillegas4794 3 жыл бұрын

Great information here. I am not a fan of monthly bead subscriptions but your video was so well made that I watched to the end. Thank you, I'm sure it helped a lot of people 🌟

@jariech87 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very informative video. It helps a lot to know which would be the best pic for me. I also appreciate your honesty.

@reneebarger5194 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, this was fantastic. All of the offerings for subscriptions from the different suppliers is confusing. This is so helpful. I just think it's wonderful to be able to get supplies on-line. Now to be able to get a selection of material sent to your house monthly is fantastic. Thank you for caring fo much that you put many hours of work into a synthesis of the options for us. You are number 1 in my book.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Renee! I am glad it is helpful and appreciated. Happy to pass along this info to such a great group! :)

@kathyroknich1429 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gina. Very helpful. I signed up for bargain bead box and I'm very happy. You helped me make this decision.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for sharing, Kathy!

@gloriap7876 4 жыл бұрын

I love the Jesse Bead box. I might switch to another box in a few months. Thank you I love your work. 💕

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Gloria!

@EurekaCrystalBeads 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for including our Monthly Collection in your slideshow! It means so much to us! We are so excited to see what you think of our November Collection ❤

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

It's my pleasure!! I just filmed the November collection, and am so excited to share it with everyone!

@tyrroo 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this, it's very thorough and very very helpful!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! 💜

@SarahsJewelryStudio 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!! I think I'll be trying the Bargain Bead Box now that I've seen this! Thank you!! 😍

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, Sarah! Glad it could help you decide!!

@lillianhernandezpaz6410 4 жыл бұрын

so appreciative on how you broke things down, thank you so much. It does help tremendously. ;)

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lillian! I'm so glad to hear it!

@RoseD2016 4 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic video! Thank you for sharing! Xx

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching, Rosie!

@kristinaanderson8644 4 жыл бұрын

Once again Gina, great information in this video. I'm a "new" beader. I love collecting beads and I prefer bead weaving. I have a membership to the dollar bead box, adornable elements and the bargain bead box. I also used to have a collection that you did not cover, czech bead exclusive. I did the rotating club with adornable elements but I an ready to switch it to one or two of the clubs, I didn't care for the trendy month. I would say if you are a beginner bead weaver and need a budget friendly club, get the firepolish bag from the dollar bead club and the 11/0 & delica seed bead clubs from adornable elements. If you have a little extra the findings you receive from bargain bead box helps to round out your collection.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience, Kristina! 💜

@barbaramcintyre2975 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video, Gina! Thanks for taking the time to break it all down for us. Love your channel! Haven't seen a video yet where I didn't learn something new or get inspired!!! Thanks for all your had work, it is much appreciated!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Barbara! 💜😁

@gatheringmoss5726 4 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing this video took a lot of your time, so thank you! It confirmed for me that I'm getting the boxes I love the best and can afford. I'm a stringer and I get the Dollar Bead Box and the Bargain Bead Box, simply because I love Czech glass beads and gemstone beads. Also, they're the least expensive (I'm retired and on a tight budget). An added bonus is the opportunity to shop for inexpensive items on their websites. I found out about them from you in the early days of watching your channel. I make jewelry pieces from each box and take them to a consignment shop near me. They give their consigners a percentage and donate the rest to dozens of helping agencies in the community. My percentage covers the cost of my monthly boxes and any findings I need to purchase to complete the jewelry. It's a win-win. Hope that helps someone else decide which ones to choose for themselves. Thanks, Gina!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

WOW!!! Thank you so much for sharing, Cece!! I think that's fantastic that you were able to find a consignment shop in your area that will work with you; and you can enjoy the subscriptions, process of creating, and it pays for your boxes. WONDERFUL!

@gatheringmoss5726 4 жыл бұрын

@@ORCHIDandOPAL Thanks, Gina! It's a great organization and the volunteers are terrific. Lots of fun!

@marcellinecazz2623 4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous overview of a variety of boxes. I love the Eureka bead monthly themed box. I've gotten 3 months worth. I subscribed to the Dollar bead box and bead bag for about a year and got a great selection of fire polished beads, but decided to stop as it was too much of the same type in different colors and I found I was never able to make things fast enough to know what additional beads I would want at the discount as the discount was for a limited time only. Looking into trying the Potomac Best Bead Box based on your video. Thanks for all the info!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

That's wonderful to hear! Thank you, Marcelline, for sharing your experiences with Dollar Bead Box, and the new ECB Collections! :)

@joannarussell3791 4 жыл бұрын

Great info! Love watching your videos.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joanna! 💜

@TRMURRAYNY 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. So it's 1 1/2 years later and this continues to be a very valuable video/slideshow. I wasn't interested in bead box subs when it was made, but I've taken more of an interest now. Since I love both acrylic and Swarovski beads, and prefer stringing (my skills do not include weaving of any kind) your deep and very complete summaries of the bead box subs are very, very helpful in my making choices. I can't imagine the time it took. Thank you so much, Gina, I really appreciate you!!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad to hear its still helpful! 💜💜💜 As always, you are very welcome!

@bethvalente6257 4 жыл бұрын

You really put a lot of time into that video. Much appreciated and well done. You are so talented. Thank you. 😊

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@loycehake7151 4 жыл бұрын

So far the Bargain Head Box is my favorite. Just started the Potomac Best Bead Box and I loved it. Great video! Thanks

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Loyce!

@srvntlilly 4 жыл бұрын

Loyce Hake The Bargain Head Box, lol? 😄😉

@jennifermabe2827 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing the unboxing .i was able to narrow it down to 2 that I want to try . Your videos helped me so much ❤️

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I was hoping it would be helpful! 💜

@clarahopkins6782 3 жыл бұрын

You are so knowledgeable and kind to share

@solitaryempath8120 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gina for all this information. You are getting better and better at this too!! I have subscribed to Bead Crate , Jesse James, and curated bead box because of your channel. I love all my boxes and haven’t been disappointed. I bought all the Eureka collections, and hope to subscribe to Potomac Beads XL box. I trust your opinion and feel you give an unbiased opinion of all the products you review.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm glad to hear you've been enjoying the various subscriptions and boxes!

@sue7777 4 жыл бұрын

Just a ton of info about bead boxes included in this video--Gina, you hit it out of the park with this baby. Thanks for taking all the time you do to help us "tubers" learn and enjoy almost everything bead related. I did, finally, sign up for a box--the one I chose was from PotomacBeads-I started with the Best Bead Box--I was so impressed with the contents, that I bumped my subscription up to the Best Bead Box XL. One of the reasons I like this box is because, a pattern and all the beads to make that item are included in the box. When it arrives, I am able to make a project right away--plus, you get a great selection of extra beads to use for something else.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience, Sue!! Potomac Beads is an awesome choice! 💜

@cinzialastrega1635 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful info Gina. I appreciate getting honest reviews of product reviews.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad to hear it! 💜💜💜

@amberdelatorre8326 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Love all the info. It helps alot!❤

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear that, Amber! Thanks for watching!

@vickyrushton1783 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant run through of the boxes. I'm in the uk and love the bargain bead box which I subscribed to having watched your unboxing. As you pointed out some months may not be to my taste but if I lack inspiration there are plenty of jewellery makes videos which have used these items to great advantage. I personally love the surprise each month.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience, Vicky!

@donnaleelittle9664 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this I’ve been looking and wondering I find your info very useful. ❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, Donna! I am so happy to hear it! 💜💜💜

@jennyrusso8570 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the effort you have gone to in explaining so much about the subscription boxes. I have found your information invaluable. Very best wishes from JENNY from Australia. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I am so happy I could help! Thank you, Jenny! I hope to visit your beautiful country someday! 💜

@lyndapadgett1575 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for this video it was exactly what I was looking for

@christymcanally174 4 жыл бұрын

Bargain Bead Box is the only one I get right now but I love it. I look forward to getting it every month.

@kenniacarabeo5611 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the video free online bead course lol I have been purchasing bargain bead box since March 2019 and truly enjoy it looking to sign up for the curated box thank you for sharing 😉🙏

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Nena! 💜

@BBWplusplusplus1 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! This is what you call a lovely well planned and thought out video with extreme effort and time invested! Bravo!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!! 💜😁

@kathleenwhite2236 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thanks for all the info!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Kathleen!

@anastasiapaggett3848 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you my favorite Barging beads Box

@dalereid6934 4 жыл бұрын

The Bargain Bead Box is my very favorite. You can make sooooo many different pieces from each box!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

So true! Thanks for sharing, Dale! 💜

@annegredler5364 4 жыл бұрын

I have been watching your unboxing videos for over a year and finally, about a week ago, decided to sub to the Bargain Bead Box. That particular one seemed to impress me more than any of the others. I do both stringing and weaving so it didn’t matter to me which box catered to either format. I did consider the Jesse James subscription but like you said, the fact that they put acrylic beads into their mixes is a real turn off for me, especially for the price they are charging for each month. Thank you for putting this information together. It validated to me that I made the right choice and am looking forward to getting my first box later this month. I also enjoy your finished jewelry videos. They are so inspiring and give me a nice kick in the rump when my creative juices aren’t flowing!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Anne!! I am so happy to hear this was a help! :)

@franlovell520 2 жыл бұрын

This video has helped me decide which bead box that would be good for me. Thank you very much.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 2 жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear it, Fran! Thank you! 💜💜💜

@anitaassad4499 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great info. Really appreciate it.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! 💜

@sharonpiecharka1339 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info, actually it has helped a lot.Firm believer in the more info the better. Have a great day.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear it, Sharon! Thank you for your comment!

@cindymueller8545 4 жыл бұрын

I am a fan of the bargain bead box. Good deal, good quality for the price. I am relatively new to beading and love it.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Cindy!

@elainesutherland6903 4 жыл бұрын

I just ordered my first Bargain Bead box a few days ago. Your video comes at the perfect time to reassure that I have not "thrown my money away." i am looking forward to getting my box in November. such a long time...sigh :)

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, Elaine! Thanks for sharing! 💜

@pattyann7803 4 жыл бұрын

Great review. Very helpful.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear it! Thanks, Patricia! 💜

@terrylynngilbert 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank You!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Terry!

@nashvilleranch4788 2 жыл бұрын

Great information!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 💜😁

@helenharkless8598 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video, I was just asking google which box was better! Just what I needed! Thank you so much 😘

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

That's perfect! Thanks so much, Helen! 💜

@AileenDodge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this very informative video. So happy to have found it!!! I have been a subscriber of the dollar bead box. In fact, I use to subscribe in two different ways. When I first joined several years ago I paid for the yearly membership and then also the monthly bead bag subscription. Then I ended up moving and everything has been packed up until recently. I joined again just doing the monthly bead box subscription. I just ended the subscription again. which is one of the reasons I have been searching for videos that have reviews on some of the different bead membership markets. Your video so far has been one of the most informative. And I totally agree with you regarding a dollar bead box subscription. I think it is a really great bead box for the beginning beader. When I first joined years ago I had just started learning different techniques of beading and learning about all the different types of beads there are in the world!!! And WOW it has been a really full learning experience. And of course, I have become somewhat of a bead hoarder of certain beads. Usually, hand made lampwork statement beads. And perhaps it is not so much that I am hoarding them but that it takes me longer than the average beader to finish a designed piece of jewelry that I am satisfied with. Maybe I'm more of a hoarder with a personal perfectionist disorder!! LMAO Anyways just wanted to say I really found your video to be very helpful especially since I am finally getting things settled from having moved last year!!! 😄🎃

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

What a sweet comment, and thank you for sharing all of that with me! I love to hear what you all think, honestly, so it can help others as well! 💜💜💜

@joannmay-anthony1076 4 жыл бұрын

this was a great vid!!!!!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Jo Ann! It's been on my mind for months!

@suziebliss3233 4 жыл бұрын

Great information thank you so much!🦃

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Suzie! Thanks for watching! 💜

@kikimelgar 3 жыл бұрын

This information was so helpful and the coupon code still works in Nov. 2020. I have chosen a box as a gift and I think it will go over very well. Thanks!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

I am SO happy to hear that it is still helpful, Karen! Thank you for your sweet comment! 💜💜💜

@cristincoffman6518 3 жыл бұрын

I've been getting the Potomac beads monthly kits for a year and they have gotten better and better! Worth the $40/mo pricetag!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Cristin!

@bonniewilliams864 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much. This is very helpful.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad to hear it, Bonnie. Thank you! 💜💜💜

@junetonelli4846 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. So helpful!😀

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad it was helpful, June! 💜

@junetonelli4846 3 жыл бұрын

Gina, I ordered the Bargain Bead Box subscription, and the Curated Bead Box. Waiting on my first boxes. So excited! I I will probably stay with only one subscription for now though. I have been wanting to make jewelry for years but was overwhelmed on where to start. You have helped me make my decision easier. I hope I can do a good job. I used to do a lot of crafting years ago. And over the years I have picked up lots of beads and jewelry pieces for making things. I just hope my imagination and limited skill can put it all together. Do you have a recommendation for the tools I should purchase and where? I have a few. Thank you for your help.💜

@RosasUtopia 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this info!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!! 💜💜💜

@sharontalley5103 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for this information.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Sharon! Thanks for watching!

@jolenetener2719 3 жыл бұрын

thank you Ive wondered which box to try. Im going to try the 17.95 box ,I got dollar bead box and wasnr happy with it. ai was years ago at that time it was mostly 2 mm beads and buttons, ect Im using some 2mm beads in between bigger beads now just to use them up and bar necklaces and chandelear earrings.

@artsygigi 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was very informative. Blessings................

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Lorene! So glad it was helpful!

@daniellaben-david6301 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your opinions on all these boxes. I would just like to point out that the BeadCrate box Does ship outside of the US. I live in Sweden and it ships here but it is very expensive. Box and shipping and customs charges amounts to about 100 USD a month. I just wanted to let everyone know in case someone is thinking about subscribing. Thank you.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for correcting me, Daniella! That is great to know!

@joannmay-anthony1076 4 жыл бұрын

wow! That's really expensive. More expensive that it should be if you ask me. I bought a hardback book from Sweden and it only cost about 15 usd to ship it.

@lauraatkinson4790 4 жыл бұрын

Great overview of the different subscriptions! FYI, the link you have to the Curated Bead Box takes you to the Bead Crate home page.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Great catch! Fixing it now. Thanks for watching, Laura!

@shellybeals2806 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, this video is great and so informative. Can’t believe how much time you put into this. I am getting the Bargain Bead box now and absolutely love it. I have not been disappointed in the 4 months I have received it. I feel they certainly give a lot for the value. I was getting the Potomac Bead box and I loved the beads and patters and it was their lowest price box. However the finding were always pewter and they tarnish so quickly and look terrible. I was very disappointed with that aspect of that box. I love their video tutorials, just wish they would send better findings. I also had some beads that the color coating came off. I got a beautiful couple of cup buttons in one box but after using them the colors wore off. I am sure their more expensive box has better findings.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comment, Shelly! 💜💜💜

@andreagibson7099 4 жыл бұрын

GREAT INFO 😊

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Andrea! 💜

@MichellesdesignsEtc 4 жыл бұрын

I love beadcrate and bargain bead box they seem to have good quality and value! And I mainly do stringing! If it was in my budget I'd subscribe to the potomac beads one and Eureka Crystal and adornamal elements!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, Shelly! 💜

@patricianolin3164 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@maryzylema9699 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gina for this. It's a lot of help when deciding what is good for you and knowing the prices.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Mary! Glad I could help!

@vickyjohnson8160 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to have one of these,but I'm retired and I can't get anything.I get the cheapest beads and finding I can find. Thanks,I love to see your work.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, and sharing anyway, Vicky! No harm in that either. Have a great day!

@gatheringmoss5726 4 жыл бұрын

I'm retired and on a tight budget, too. I get the 2 cheapest boxes. (Dollar Bead Box & Bargain Bead Box) I make jewelry pieces from each box and take them to a consignment shop near me. They give their consigners a percentage and donate the rest to dozens of helping agencies in the community. My percentage covers the cost of the monthly boxes and any supplies I need to purchase to complete the jewelry. It's a win-win. Perhaps you could find a shop like this in your community. It's a lot of fun and the women in the shop look forward to what I bring in. Good luck to you!

@vickyjohnson8160 4 жыл бұрын

@@gatheringmoss5726 that really sounds great. Thanks.

@carriesunshine5742 4 жыл бұрын

I am also retired. (Injury) and on a budget. I would say The budget bead box for 17.95 is a great deal. I make about 6 pieces (necklaces) a month out of 1 box and can easily make my money back. It could be a good way to make a little extra income

@gatheringmoss5726 4 жыл бұрын

@@vickyjohnson8160 It's a lot of fun for me. :)

@zendahomebryan615 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you , very helpful for me. What is the difference between weaving and stringing .

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Zenda! Beadweaving is when you do more than just string beads onto a single thread, or beading wire. You are going back and forth through beads multiple times to create various patterns. Hope that helps! 💜

@michele3438 4 жыл бұрын

I have been watching your unboxing videos along with other channels who do the same for more than a year now. I was not sure if I wanted a monthly subscription or not. I have always bought my beads at Michaels Hobby Lobby and some stuff at Walmart or a specialty’s shop. I started as a bead stringer I didn’t get into bead weaving until a lot later and I’m actually just kind of Stratton with the bead weaving. So my birthday is in May and Mother’s Day too so I decided to purchase two boxes from Eureka beads because they are high end and not monthly. I thought trying a couple of them without the commitment would be good for me to start. I have received them and it was fun. Now I have to make something. So we will see. If I did do a monthly sub I think I would do the bargain bead box. Because of the specialty the variety in the price

@carriesunshine5742 4 жыл бұрын

Ive subscribed to jessie james box and busget bead box. I loved the videos i had seen of jjb boxes and was excited to recieve mine. When i got my first box honestly i was disappointed. I figured for 50 there would be more. There were beads i love and oness i didnt. On my second box i was again disappointed and cancelledd my subscription. Four months later and still i have not used any of the beads. Now budget bead box i love. Ive gotten 4 boxes so far and even thou theres beads in the boxes not to my taste ive been able to pear them up with some from my stash and make some stunning pieces. This box makes me think of new and exciting pieces i can make. I plan in trying Potomacs box next

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Carrie!

@DhanaianQueen 4 жыл бұрын

Where do you get your supplies from? I am a beginner & would like to find more high quality beads!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Hi there! My favorite online bead shops are Eureka Crystal Beads and Potomac Beads. I also receive most of my supplies from the bead boxes I subscribe to. Some things also come from beebeecraft.com and Amazon. :) Hope that helps! I have links to different places below the video. Thanks for watching!

@jilllampron3503 Жыл бұрын

You should do an update on this video. There's so many more subscriptions now and some have changed. It would be extremely interesting to get your opinion updated. Thank you for all your videos.

@ORCHIDandOPAL Жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch, Jill! I know I really need to do that! 💜😁

@DreamOfStones 3 жыл бұрын

Great List! We will also be releasing our BeadBox soon! Stay tuned :)

@ORCHIDandOPAL 3 жыл бұрын

Please keep me posted! 😁💜😁💜😁

@lrach3820 4 жыл бұрын

I started with Dollar Bead Box and cancelled after one month. It seemed like someone just tossed a bunch on inexpensive beads nobody wanted in a box. I'm a weaver, though, so that's part of why it didn't appeal to me. I did not find the value in the box and ended up with a number of things I'll never use. I've since purchased Eureka's boxes (LOVE) and am waiting on my first Potomac XL, which I suspect I will really like.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience with everyone! Eureka is AWESOME, and I think you'll really enjoy Potomac as well! Great for weavers!

@Marice51 2 жыл бұрын

I like to work with small beads and no metal components. Which bead box is best for me?

@ORCHIDandOPAL 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there! Do you like bead stringing, or bead weaving better? For bead weaving I recommend the Eureka Crystal Beads Collections (not a sub, though): bit.ly/ECBCOLLECTIONS, or BeadingSchool Academy: bit.ly/3cniTeY. There is also great bead only options at beadsofthemonth.club - such as only Miyuki seed beads, or Delica beads. I hope this helps! :)

@elizabetholsen2914 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Gina, could you give me your opinion on the Czech Beads Exclusive subscription box. I have been on the fence about this subscription which was not part of the info which was definitely informative and extremely helpful. I would appreciate any help you could give me. Thanks so much and keep inspiring us all.❤🦋

@olyadimitrova 4 жыл бұрын

Czech one is good for seeing the variety, so you can order more from the site.

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Elizabeth! I reviewed that box three times early on, and wasn't very impressed, personally. It's possible they've stepped it up, though. 💜

@elizabetholsen2914 4 жыл бұрын

@@ORCHIDandOPAL Hi Gina, thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I feel the same way. I don't feel that they have stepped up very much. Quantities are still low and mainly filler beads. Again thank you for inspiring us all.

@kimmadden5260 4 жыл бұрын

This is great, thank you! After watching a ton of your unboxing vids I chose to go with Beadcrate and Jesse James, and looking forward to my first couple boxes. Thanks for everything you do- I'm going to check out Potomac as well. The Jesse James folks also have a pretty active Facebook page, which is nice!

@ORCHIDandOPAL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Kim! 💜