SPOTLIGHT ON ... STORE
April 2007

Our featured bead store for this month is The Gem Shack.

The Gem Shack, inc. Bead Gallery is located on the east side of Orlando, Florida approximately 37 miles from Disney (to the west) and approximately 34 miles from Kennedy Space Center (to the east).

Owners Joe and Julie Raby want your experience to be filled with joy and happiness as you explore all the options for purchase while visiting the store. "We travel extensively to bring you the highest quality merchandise direct from around the world. All of our items are hand picked to ensure that we bring you the best quality available on the market." The Gem Shack, inc. is a distributor for several companies including Soft Flex Company, Swarovski Crystal, BeadStopper, and EuroTool.

The Gem Shack, inc Bead Gallery is packed with all your beading needs, from essentials such as Soft Flex and Soft Touch Wire, tools, beadstoppers, and sterling silver/ 14kt. gold-filled findings, to fashion trend items such as Swarovski Crystals, Czech glass, and Japanese seed beads/delicas. The Gem Shack, inc. is noted for their collection of high-end semi-precious gemstones, fresh water pearls, vermeil, sterling and Thai silver. Finished jewelry is on display for purchase or inspiration to help guide you on to your next project. Exclusive kits are also available to provide you with a project that you can complete in a very short amount of time for instant gratification.

While it is very important at The Gem Shack, inc. to adhere to the strictest policy of bringing you quality gemstones, pearls, and beads, it is equally important to have quality stringing material. The Gem Shack, inc. only recommends and sells Soft Flex and Soft Touch Wire. "We believe it's the best stringing wire on the market."

While visiting the store, you can also take a variety of classes. At times there are scheduled classes, however, it is preferred to schedule classes one-on-one. This ensures you receive the utmost attention from the instructors, enabling you to progress quickly or learn at a more relaxed pace, whichever fits your personality best. Arrangements can also be made to accommodate small groups. Time spent at The Gem Shack, inc. is in a fun and comfortable environment where it is hoped that every customer leaves with the feeling of, "It's a Great Day at The Gem Shack, inc.!"

The Gem Shack, inc. Bead Gallery is located at 14365 East Colonial Drive Suite A-1, Orlando, Florida 32826. Store hours are: Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday 10am-4pm; Wednesday & Friday 10am-6pm. 407-384-9391.

The Gem Shack, inc. also exhibits at trade shows around the country. Please check their website for the show schedule. www.gemshack.com

Visit soon and Have a Great Gem Shack Day!