WELCOME TO BEAD  GLASS and ART GLASS SUPPLIES!  Bead Glass is a 100 per cent Australian owned and operated business. Shop here and SAVE! We are Australia's  cheapest, largest and most affordable online Supplier for Lampwork Glass and Lampwork Tools Supplies.....check out our huge range of discount prices, GST ALREADY INCLUDED and NO FEE for CREDIT CARDS or PACKAGING and HANDLING. OUR SHIPPING RATES ARE CHEAPER TOO.

# Your source for affordable ART GLASS SUPPLIES.Our prices are guaranteed cheaper than other Australian stores and unlike others we do not charge extra for packaging and handling. We have continued to be a trusted and reliable supplier of lampwork products and also provide experienced tuition for our many students. We have a track record of over 5 years and serve our customers by providing quality products, unparalleled service and the inspiration to create something beautiful. With everyday low prices, the cheapest shipping rates and same day shipping you can shop with confidence! 

January: We welcome in the New Year!...new products to list as well. 

THE EURO SALE at BEADGLASS!  Many thanks to all. Our sale has now ended. Orders will be processed a soon as possible and will be all completed by Friday to be mailed Monday 23rd.

Our  NEW shipment of glass will be arriving mid Feb

 Reserve your Beadglass Oxy-Con 10L now!  Brand new shipment arriving...limited number. Get in quick!

  Exhibition of Lampwork at Kirra Gallery "FLAME ON GLASS 2011"  at Federation Square, Melbourne. Catch it while you can! 

...and just one block away from Kirra Gallery ......take a rewarding visit to Maria's Beads & Trims. Located right in the middle of Melbourne, it's a beaders treasure trove of delight especially for that difficult item to find!

• Full range of Delica beads,    Myuki beads,   Matsuno beads, Czech beads,    Sequins, Trims,    Laces,    Bead threading materials ,   Books,    Tools
• Level 1, 37 Swanston Street
  Melbourne, VictoriaPh: 9650 1151
  Fax: 9650 4117
  mariasbeads@iinet.net.au

#ANNOUNCING NEW TEACHING PROGRAM FOR 2012 IN LAMPWORK :  WORKSHOPS will be held on March 17-18-19 th, in Beginners and Intermediate Levels. Details are listed  under 'CLASSES  ' http://www.beadglass.com.au/classes.asp?pageName=classes          Further information on the classes contact: Pauline Delaney : www.paulinedelaney.com

  Great Value!   Need a QUALITY Oxygen Concentrator?  Want to make your own oxygen?...we now have the best industrial quality units on the Australian market. These units are endorsed with the backup of local, qualified technical support and service. Warranty provided. Built to withstand years of continual use at the torch! 

New delivery! Discounted prices continue at Beadglass on newly listed delivery of  quality Bearfoot Art Tools. The Enamelling Powder Vibe is a favourite tool of lampworkers for the application of enamels ...While stocks last! DISCOUNTED TO $78.80 ! 

Specials on the  new Promenthus Beadmaking Kiln continue this month. Supplied with a $25 gift voucher until the end of November .NEW STOCK :SEE OUR DOLLAR SAVERS: Opalinos &  Alabastars

 The Awards for the Sydney Royal Show Lampwork Exhibition sponsored by Beadglass  have been announced.   Again, the standard of work presented  this year,  was exemplary. The successful participants  who were awarded prizes and ribbons are listed below. Congratulations to all! 

 #SECTION 156A: Five Lampwork Beads                      1st prize: Kathryn Fehon  2nd prize: Natalie Monkevitch 3rd prize: Janice Cahill.

#SECTION 157A: Jewellery made of Lampwork Beads.    1st prize: Heather Lowes   2nd prize: Alison Kelly      3rd prize: Skye Petho.                                    

Enhance your Lampwork Beads!    The IMPRESS BEADLINER  with all the pegs are back in stock as well as the new delivery of handy Deburring Tools ...see these listed under 'Beadliner Tools' .....and  FINALLY,  have a glance at this site for extra help with silversmithing skills , some inspirational work  is listed there  as well....http://www.nancylthamilton.com/videos/

Stop Press!! :Calls for  submissions for a new book by Lark, '500 JEWELRY PIECES' are now being accepted by a jury, see this site for details :http://www.larkcrafts.com/submit/calls-for-submissions/#500beadedjewelry                                             This is a great opportunity to be included in what have been a successful  ongoing series of all time favourite books by Lark.

INTERNATIONAL TEACHERS:This past year we welcomed Andrea Guarino as our  celebrated international tutor. Andrea needs little introduction.  She is a respected teacher whose reputation is accredited on an International scale and has a long illustrious and prodigious career in Lampwork and Silverwork to her credit.   Her reputation is universal and has taught extensively around the world.  She is a leader in her field and a constant innovator of new glass techniques. We were indeed priviledged to have her here in Australia in 2010, teaching all our students the art of lampwork under her brilliant guidance. View Andrea's site and blog : www.andreaguarino.com View Andrea's wonderful blog for great photos of our classes Australia wide here:http://andreaguarinobeads.blogspot.com/  ...many thanks to all our talented students and our amazing teacher, Andrea!

Heaps of new Bead Release in stock! New stock of Dip-n-Go Blue Sludge has arrived, please see under the Lampwork Supplies List. Great prices too!

OUR REGULAR  LAMPWORK WORKSHOPS  Commence again in OCTOBER 2011.  Beginners & Intermediate Workshops will be held on the Central Coast. Email info@beadglass.com.au  to register your interest. For further information see under 'Classes'.        

 ********************************** # LAMPWORK NEWS!!  LAMPWORK COMPETITION!  :)      START DESIGNING NOW  for The  2012 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW  Beadglass will again be sponsoring this ever growing event in the lampwork calendar, see www.sydneyroyalshows.com/sydneyroyalcomps/arts/schedule.html 

CLASS 156 – Lampworked Glass Beads, a set of 5 coordinated beads. Lampworked glass beads made by the entrant and made into a set of 5 coordinated beads. Handmade elements are to be specified on the Application for Entry and a note to this effect attached to the item when delivered.

 (S156A) - Cash Prize for the first three prize-winning Exhibits in Class 156, supported by Beadglass. Prizes 1st $150, 2nd $75, 3rd $50

 CLASS 157 – Lampworked Glass Beads, jewellery. Lampworked glass bead/s made by the entrant and made into an article of jewellery. Handmade elements are to be specified on the Application for Entry and a note to this effect attached to the item when delivered.

 (S157A) - Cash Prize for the first three prize-winning Exhibits in Class 157, supported by Beadglass. Prizes 1st $150, 2nd $75, 3rd $50

STAY UP TO DATE and BE INFORMED .....JOIN OUR UNIQUE MAILING LIST NOW

The Bead Glass Mailing List includes our NEWSLETTER which contains information on new products and special offers. It is sent out whenever we have something new or intersting to offer including special purchases. Great tips on Lampwork and jewellery making as well.

 ***********************************Bead Glass has just begun  new Blog Spot Update at http://beadglassupdate.blogspot.com/    We would love to present photos from  lampworkers and jewellery designers for an 'Information and Inspiration'  page....so please send us some of your work.GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE see Equipment Pages. 

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 NEW! MAKE PANDORA-like BEADS with lined sterling tubing!The Impress Silver Core Beadliner, is made by a lampworker and engineer, and is the ultimate, high quality,streamed lined, easy to use tool to date, designed with faultless engineering, made in USA. This tool is remarkably inexpensive and an efficient method for lining your beads with silver.See Equipment pages for details.

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Email enquiries are welcome.

Events : Come and see all our beautiful Beads, Lampwork Equipment and Glass Supplies at....

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