This place is awesome! It is the best hidden secret of a bead store in Chicago for gems and other beads. Truly gorgeous products (all kinds of real gemstones that I wanted to buy them all) and Anna and Diana are lovely people who are so helpful and kind. Glad to support this woman owned business. Love love love their new space and look forward to going back! This special shop should not be missed!

We were in the area and had no intention of shopping here, however, I spotted a 50% off all bead strands sign in the window. In addition, everything else was 25% off during this third anniversary celebration. They had goodies for customers - cupcakes and cookies, brie cheese and crackers, and a few drink choices.So glad we came in - this is one of the best bead shops I have ever visited outside of one or two in NYC. The visuals are better than any candy shop - strand after strand of gorgeous beads glimmering and beckoning to be purchased. The loose beads, charms, pendants, findings, and supplies were vast and eclectic. I ended up buying a beautiful short strand (bracelet length) of zoisite beads - for just $4.50.The people working here were very friendly - especially a young man who offered to call the Elston store to see if they had another short strand of the zoisite beads. I would definitely recommend this shop and hope to visit the location on Elston some time in the near future.

This is truly the best bead store in the area and a little gem of a place. Selection is enormous, prices are better than other places. Owned by the nicest women ever. Will continue to patron them as long as they continue to sell beads.

Amazingly the best bead shop in Chicago. Anna is equally amazing with her help on all things stones and jewelry making. Fantastic experience looking for beads and talking to her. Great sale with half off strands of beads and good other sale on other beads. Beautiful stones. Such a lovely variety of things and great owner. Would visit again in a heartbeat.

Amazing selection and great pricing!

Every jewelry-makers paradise.

This is my Go to bead shop if I ever need anything! From string beads, wire wrapping, soldering, or for something special and unique! Great selection! Ana and the others are so very nice and helpful. Its always a delightful visit every time I go, which is very often! Hands down best store in Chicago!

I love this shop! Reasonable prices and a nice selection. Theres a little bit of everything. Ive come in for seed needs and also for semi-precious strands. The owner is helpful but lets you browse in peace which I enjoy.

This is moving to a new location soon (no longer on Granville) and I will be so sad to see it go! A treasure trove of inspiration for beading and jewelry projects, good price, and the most amazing staff! They helped me adjust my watchband for free (I still paid them for it because they were so kind, but they offered it for free), and were super sweet about it.

Great shop! Huge selection. Very helpful staff. Did a great job on revamping my necklace. Would certainly do business again!

This bead store is awesome. The people working there are super helpful, knowledgeable, and kind. The bead selection is tremendous and reasonably priced. I highly recommend AVP Jewelry and Beads.

Very helpful staff. They take the time to guide you to whatever you want. Very kindly and professionally answer your questions.

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. I came an hour before close, on a whim, having just started my jewelry making obsession less than 24 hours ago. Diana walked me through multiple techniques for the specific project I was doing, gave me ideas, and recommended a few tools. she wasnt pushy at all, & was extremely patient with me... needless to say I will definitely be attending their jewelry making classes--- Ah! So delighted with this experience!!!

Great selection of beads, findings, cords etc. all that you need to create beautiful jewelry. Classes also available. Anna the owner is friendly and helpful.

Love them. Really nice people and huge reasonably priced supplies!

Great selection! The owner is lovely and helpful without being pushy.

Wonderful, Polite, Courteous, I LOVE shopping at AVP. They have a variety of beads and classes.

The people here are so nice and very informative!

My bff and I love this place.

Very welcoming and helpful people.

These cats are pros and super nice. Go there for your jewelry and beading essentials!