The Whimsical Bead

For as long as I can remember, I have loved to ‘create’. I began beading and creating jewellery in 2004 after attending a short 2 hour class. Soon my beads were all over the house and I had enough to start a small shop.....literally!
In 2006, The Whimsical Bead was born.
Somewhere during that time I discovered a wonderful medium I had not heard much about – Polymer Clay.
It did not take long before this enticing medium captured my full attention and I was hooked!
I just love the versatility of polymer clay. It never ceases to amaze me and, for me, it never becomes boring – there is always something new to learn.

Whilst polymer clay is our passion, you are sure to find something that suits the medium you work in – metal clay, resin, beading, mixed media – we’ve got a range of products to suit.
Along with our range of Premo polymer clay, we also specialise in blanks, bezels and stock a large variety of other products such as texture mats, cutters, stringing material, jewellery findings, inks and paints and lots more.

Here at The Whimsical Bead our focus is on high quality products and good, old fashioned customer service.
We pride ourselves on our high level of customer service and attention to detail, which means you receive a pleasant, hassle-free shopping experience.
We’re not interested in stocking products “just for the sake of having them”. We only stock quality products – products we would use ourselves, so you can buy with confidence.

We also run classes in a variety of mediums from our relaxed studio environment in the beautiful Yarra Valley, Victoria (only approx. an hour from Melbourne) as well as in other various locations.

All workshops run through The Whimsical Bead are listed on our website and you can also book online if desired. I’ve had the privilege of meeting a lot of wonderful people over the last few years and as result, as well as making some life long friends, I have access to highly experienced, professional tutors in mediums such as polymer clay, precious metal clay, metal working, chainmaille/wirework, seed beading, lampwork and enamelling.
I love to pass on my knowledge of polymer clay and feel very lucky that people want to learn from me.
There is nothing like empowering someone with knowledge and watching that knowledge grow as their enthusiasm does. Many of my students are amazed by what they have been able to achieve in class and leave with such a huge smile on their face and an eagerness to keep on creating. It is a wonderful feeling to know that I’ve helped create that happiness and enthusiasm.

You can find our supplies, workshops and artisan jewellery all in the one place at
www.thewhimsicalbead.com.au

Please don't hesitate to contact me with any queries you may have.

~ Dani ~