Bead store (or similar) in the area?

[glass-moment.livejournal.com]

I need to get a clasp on a necklace replaced, really simple, the kind of thing that's cost me about five bucks at various bead stores over the years. Last time I went to Boston Bead Company in Harvard, but they've apparently closed. Anybody know of a local place that could do such a thing? I'm striking out on google.

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[leafshimmer.livejournal.com]

The last remaining ones seem to have closed last year. It is a huge nuisance. The one in Harvard Square mended an amber and buffalo horn necklace for me. I think you have to look for a jeweller, if there are any of THOSE still in business.

[courtney (from livejournal.com)]

If you can wait, Somerville Local First will be having a market on Sunday November 27 from 10-4pm. The Bead Lady is scheduled to be a vendor. Should this change, I'll leave another comment here.

[koshmom.livejournal.com]

Michael's (Porter Square) and AC Moore (Assembly Row) stores sell findings. I know that AC Moore also has classes, wouldn't be surprised if Michaels' did too. I'm not recommending you go to a class, but you might be able to go there and find out the name of the jewelry class instructor. If you do, and offer to give them $5 they'd likely be able to fix it for you. Personally, I can likely do the fix for you too, but I'm no pro. I do have the correct tools however, and can likely be able to fix it to a functional state.

[somergirl80.livejournal.com]

There was one in Davis on Holland street for many years. I used to go there all the time. I try to stay clear of Davis now but if it's still there I highly recommend them. Otherwise you could try Michael's.

[gmpe.livejournal.com]

Try Things We Love on Mass Ave in Arlington. I haven't been in but noticed it driving by this week.