The Bead Studio, Silver Spring

The artists and affiliates at the nonprofit organization The Bead Studio get the creative gears turning in creative minds with bead related classes and events that focus on the art and culture of beading for youth and adults of all ages. The Bead Studio hosts seasonal festivals spotlighting a slew of artisan bead vendors to raise money for their mission and benefit other philanthropic bead related organizations such as Beads of Courage and BeadforLife. More than a dozen types of workshops led by instructors with impressive portfolios also benefit these causes, covering kid-centric beading techniques and business-related tips for adults wishing to start their own bead shop or kids looking to barter with the local ice-cream man.