Beads At Dusti Creek

Our 20th Anniversary
2025-10-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Thanks to you, our customers. Yes, it’s true. BDC has been OPEN to serve your Beading Needs for 20 years today!
To celebrate, please drop by and enjoy 20% off on almost all items, along with a cup of coffee and a small snack.

Dusti, Eric, Tilly &
The Whole BDC Team.
“Create as if there are no critics.”

Dusti

African Trade Bead Show
2025-10-18
Beads At Dusti CreekIs Pleased to WelcomeMusa Jawara,Importer of African BeadsFor One Day ONLY:This Saturday, Oct. 18thAfrican Trade Beads are highly sought after.We believe that you’ll enjoy the breadth of choices on offer.This is your chance to find them here at BDC.Please make plans to stop by.Enjoy Art,Dusti“Create as if there are no critics.”Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM

Janu Gems T. S. Sunday - Tuesday. Nov. 16 - 18
2025-11-16 - 2025-11-18
Mid-Week Visit,
Sunday thru Tuesday
Beads at Dusti Creek
Welcomes a
Janu Gems Trunk Show

You already know that Theodore brings
Plenty of High-Quality Beads,
At all price points.
BUT …

What’s Special for This Visit?
Spoiler Alert: Theodore just returned
from a Trip Home: Greece & India.
So expect Great Prices
& Even More Selection!

Theodore always brings Semi-precious, Precious, Natural Stones & Pearls personally selected during his trips to the sub-continent.

This time, he’s bringing hanks of “micro-faceted” semi-precious seed beads. Like regular seed beads, except with an attitude.

But there will be other pieces that will surprise you. Totally Spectacular in every way. Opals, Red Spinal Strands, Tsavorite Green Garnet, Chrysoprase, Rose cut Sapphires, Lavender Turquoise, London Blue Topaz, Bi-Color Tourmaline, Boulder Opal, and on and on, etc.

And while the price tag sometimes says, “Breath Taking,” Theodore also always brings strands at more affordable prices. Something for every budget.
Many of our Customers have shopped with Theodore before. And they look forward to his visits. They know that what distinguishes him from others is that you can talk directly to the individual who sourced and imported the very beads you’re considering. And they know that he stands behind his offerings. He has to. He will be coming back and wants to earn your repeat business.

We think all these factors combine to create a marvelous Value & Opportunity for you, our customers.
Our classroom will overflow for three days (this Friday through Sunday), with even more tables extending onto the main floor. (Why do you think he brought that BIG van?)

There are plenty of exceptional offerings, & all at extraordinary prices.
So, would it be inaccurate to call Theodore a “Rock” Star?

The old adage says, “A picture is worth a thousand words.”
Click the link below to take you to even more pictures from previous Janu Gems visits. ***
*** Click Here: LOTS More Photos:

Better yet: Just stop by.

Enjoy Art,
Dusti
“Create as if there are no critics. “

Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM
Monday & Tuesday, 11 AM – 6 PM

*** Click Here: LOTS More Photos:

BDC Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving
2025-11-27
BDC will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, in Observance of Thanksgiving Day.
We will return on Friday, Nov. 28, during regular business hours.
We wish you an enjoyable time with friends and family.
Dusti

BDC "Artists in Residence" T.S.
2025-12-12 - 2025-12-14
As a patron of Beads At Dusti Creek, you are already aware of our shop’s expertise in Heirloom jewelry revival. We bring your cherished pieces back to life, thanks to our Beading Magicians who rescue treasures from the forgotten corners of your jewelry box.

But you may not be aware that our Staff are artists in their own right. We will feature them in two trunk shows this December, each lasting three days, over two consecutive weekends. December 5 – 7, and December 12 – 14. Here, you’ll find all the traditional beaded jewelry, including bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. However, that’s not all; they also offer handmade greeting cards and novelty items, such as beaded bookmarks. Expect a range of carefully crafted treasures.

Join us for two special weekends, December 5-7 and December 12-14, as BDC presents our talented bead artists showcasing their creativity and expertise.
You’ll meet the artists themselves:
Jennifer “North of Rain”
Clare “Clare De Lune”
Ann “Cheap & Cheerful”
Karen “From the Heart”
Krista “Zoned Out Creations”
Come see how the Muse moves these artists. And, as our British friends like to say, their inspired pieces will be “on offer.”

BDC Closes at 2 PM, Wednesday, Christmas Eve.
2025-12-24
BDC Wishes you a
Merry Christmas, & a Happy New Year.
BDC Closes at 2 PM on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025.
We will also be Closed for Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025.

We will Re-Open at 11 AM on Friday,
December 26th, 2025

Christmas Day - BDC CLOSED
2025-12-25
We are CLOSED this Thursday, December 25th, in observance of
Christmas Day.
We’ll be back on Friday, December 26th, to serve all your beading needs.
Merry Christmas, Everybody !

BDC Closed New Year's Day. Surprise!
2026-01-01
BDC will be CLOSED Thursday, January 1st.
We hope you will Celebrate a Happy New Year with Friends & Family.
We’ll re-Open on Friday, January 2nd to serve all of your beading needs.
Dusti, Eric, Tilly and the Staff of BDC.

Janu Gems T. S. This Friday - Sunday. March 6th - 8th
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-08
A Weekend Visit !
Friday Thru Sunday
Beads at Dusti Creek
Welcomes a
Janu Gems Trunk Show

You already know that Theodore brings
Plenty of High-Quality Beads,
At all price points.
BUT …

What’s Special for This Visit?
Spoiler Alert: Theodore just returned
from a Trip Home: Greece & India.
So expect Great Prices
& Even More Selection!

Theodore always brings Semi-precious, Precious, Natural Stones & Pearls personally selected during his trips to the sub-continent.

This time, he’s bringing hanks of “micro-faceted” semi-precious seed beads. Like regular seed beads, except with an attitude.

But there will be other pieces that will surprise you. Totally Spectacular in every way. Opals, Red Spinal Strands, Tsavorite Green Garnet, Chrysoprase, Rose cut Sapphires, Lavender Turquoise, London Blue Topaz, Bi-Color Tourmaline, Boulder Opal, and on and on, etc.

And while the price tag sometimes says, “Breath Taking,” Theodore also always brings strands at more affordable prices. Something for every budget.
Many of our Customers have shopped with Theodore before. And they look forward to his visits. They know that what distinguishes him from others is that you can talk directly to the individual who sourced and imported the very beads you’re considering. And they know that he stands behind his offerings. He has to. He will be coming back and wants to earn your repeat business.

We think all these factors combine to create a marvelous Value & Opportunity for you, our customers.
Our classroom will overflow for three days (this Friday through Sunday), with even more tables extending onto the main floor. (Why do you think he brought that BIG van?)

There are plenty of exceptional offerings, & all at extraordinary prices.
So, would it be inaccurate to call Theodore a “Rock” Star?

The old adage says, “A picture is worth a thousand words.”
Click the link below to take you to even more pictures from previous Janu Gems visits. ***
*** Click Here: LOTS More Photos:

Better yet: Just stop by.

Enjoy Art,
Dusti
“Create as if there are no critics. “

Friday, 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat. & Sun. 10 AM – 5 PM

*** Click Here: LOTS More Photos:

"Waiting For The Sun" - Mar. 20 - 22
2026-03-20 - 2026-03-22
Moonstone Earrings. Some Assembly Required.

On March 20, 2026, the Vernal Equinox arrives—equal night and day, perfect balance as the sun crosses the celestial equator into the north. In Portland, Oregon, where mellow vibes and centered calm define our style, we embrace this moment of harmony.
BDC’s low-key promotion celebrates with semi-precious gems that capture inner fire and cosmic light:

Labradorite — flashes of spectral color, like northern lights in stone
Moonstone — soft, glowing adularescence, lunar intuition
Sunstone — warm, sparkling aventurescence, solar vitality
Opal — vibrant play-of-color, fiery rainbows within

These stones echo the equinox’s equilibrium: moon and sun, night and day, subtle shimmer and bold iridescence.
Browse our collection of round beads and select faceted options—perfect for jewelry that feels grounded yet alive with energy.
Drop by Friday through Sunday for this quiet, intentional spotlight. No fanfare, just beautiful stones aligning with the season’s balance.

Find your spark at BDC.

BDC CLOSED for Easter Sunday.
2026-04-05
Beads At Dusti Creek will be CLOSED for Easter Sunday. We’ll look forward to serving your beading needs once again, starting Monday, April 6th.

BDC CLOSED - MONDAY - Memorial Day
2026-05-25
BDC will be CLOSED for Memorial Day (Decoration Day), which is Monday, May 25th, this year.
Please note, we will be OPEN all this Weekend, Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd & 24th, Prior to Memorial Day, to serve your beading needs.
So Plan Appropriately!
But whenever you come to visit, we will be delighted to see you.

Janu Gems T. S. This Friday - Sunday. June 19th - 21st
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-21

BDC CLOSED July 4th
2026-07-04
BDC CLOSED for Independence Day, July 4th.

We pause this 4th of July to remember the courage, strength, and perseverance of Molly Pitcher, during the Battle of Monmouth. Stepping in to load and fire the cannon when the regular gun crew was killed and injured, she remained calm under enemy fire. This was not part of her normal training or experience, but she was no shrinking violet. And yet she was nimble enough to get the job done. She even earned recognition from General Washington.

We believe that creative problem solving such as found in bead work, (planning, design, and execution) nurtures the creative muscle, and helps make the mind more nimble. So we celebrate Molly Pitcher this 4th of July.
Stay Nimble.
Dusti

African Trade Bead Show
2026-07-25
Beads At Dusti CreekIs Pleased to WelcomeMusa Jawara,Importer of African BeadsFor One Day ONLY:This Saturday, July 25thAfrican Trade Beads are highly sought after.We believe that you’ll enjoy the breadth of choices on offer.This is your chance to find them here at BDC.Please make plans to stop by.Enjoy Art,Dusti“Create as if there are no critics.”Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM
