Nestled
in historic Burns Court, Beauty & the Beads
is Sarasota, Florida's oldest, most artistic and
elegant bead boutique.
The shop offers
beading supplies, bead stringing, knotting repairs
and design consultation, as well as private beading
tutorials and workshops
for interested individuals
and small groups. Beauty & the BEADS is known
for its eclectic collection of unusual, exotic
beads & beading
components. The gallery showcases one of a kind
designs by art jewelry
designer/owner Martha Nikla, whose designs have
been recognized by the fashion
industry and featured at galleries and museums
throughout the United
States.