The purpose of the San Antonio Bead Society is to enrich lives by sharing our enjoyment and appreciation for beads in a fun, supportive environment and through member involvement in community service activities. The San Antonio Bead Society is a not-for-profit 501 c6 organization run entirely by volunteers. We are dedicated to the study, discussion, and exchange of information about beads and beadwork and to sharing our knowledge through monthly meetings at the San Antonio Garden Center, Facebook page, website, mini-teach evenings, and monthly newsletters. Join us twice a year in the fall and spring for our always popular bead show, BlingFest, a two-day bead show and finished jewelry sale at the San Antonio Garden Center. With 30 (or more) vendors in one location, Blingfest is open to the public and is a great weekend event for bead lovers everywhere.
Where and When do we Meet?
San Antonio Garden Center (3310 N New Braunfels Ave)
Once a month on the second Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Meeting Schedule
6:00 – 6:30 - Meet, Greet & Shop
6:30 - 7:00 - Business
7:00 – 8:15 - Classes, presentations, doorprizes, vendors
8:15 – 8:30 - End Program
JANUARY 14th, 2026 Presentation "Permanent Jewelry" by Jeff Landon owner at Bead Boys bead store.
FEBRUARY 11, 2026 - Mini Teach "Sweetheart Mini Stackers Bracelets"
Join us for this fun three stacker bracelet where you will learn to stitch with two-hole beads, open and close jump rings, attach a Cymbal ending, charms, and a partially finished bracelet ending. Taught by Terri Landon and the San Antonio Mini Teach Table Coaches
MARCH 11 2026 - Mini-Teach "Blue Bonnets of Texas Pendant" Wire Work. Taught by Taught by Terri Landon and the San Antonio Mini Teach Table Coaches
Annual Business Meeting. Vote to approve the 2026 Budget, and election information as this is an election year.
