Welcome to HIGH TIDE BEADS, a Lowcountry favorite since 1997, selling gems, stones, pearls, beads, and vintage jewelry from around the world. Owner Steve Mardell works with glass, stone, pearls and precious metals. Steve offers professional jewelry repair services from fine jewelry to costume, from contemporary to antique. BIG NEWS! After 23 years on Hilton Head Island, High Tide Beads has moved to the heart of Old Town Bluffton. Stop by and visit Steve at the "new" shop, located at historic 52 Calhoun Street.
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High Tide Beads, a Hilton Head Island staple for over 23 years, has moved to Old Town Bluffton!. We are proud to offer a fine selection of beads and semi-precious gemstones from around the world. We have a collection of handmade and vintage jewelry that spans from sophisticated to fun and funky. Owner Steve Mardell works in glass, precious metals, stones and pearls.
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Cate T.
Jul 29, 2021
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Kate T.
Jul 12, 2019
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My sisters and mother come here every year to buy beads for various projects, and the guy who runs the place is super helpful and knowledgeable. If you have any questions he always knows the answer. We've also had pieces made by him then shipped back home (in the Midwest) and they've always arrived in great condition.
At one point my sister fell in love with the cute cigar boxes he was using as a display and he let her buy his display.
Helpful, knowledgeable, professional, and highly artistic, the owner is top notch!
We'll definitely be back next year! And subsequent years!
At one point my sister fell in love with the cute cigar boxes he was using as a display and he let her buy his display.
Helpful, knowledgeable, professional, and highly artistic, the owner is top notch!
We'll definitely be back next year! And subsequent years!
Morgan B.
Jun 18, 2019
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B. L.
Dec 24, 2015
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My mother is the beader in the family, and if I am being honest, I only went because of her. That being said, I was highly impressed. As someone who knows very little about the world of beading, seeing such a large selection of beads makes my head spin, but as I walked around I began to enjoy it. While my mom was having a blast hunting through the beads, I enjoyed looking at the ready made jewlery. It seemed like there was a little bit for everyone. Some of the designs were more elaborate, some with a global flair, and others with clean simple lines.
The owner is fantastic. I think he saw my
The owner is fantastic. I think he saw my
Cathy R.
Mar 17, 2013
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I took the basic earring making class at High Tide Beads this past week. Great class! I have been beading for years, but the techniques I learned will elevate my work from "looks good, very pretty" to "Where did you buy those?" Steve is very patient and encouraging, and makes sure you have the techniques down pat. He also answered many questions I had on choosing materials, etc.
The shop also has a great selection of any beads or findings you may be looking for, and Steve also adds in his own creations. I also picked out a beautiful larimar stone and had Steve custom
The shop also has a great selection of any beads or findings you may be looking for, and Steve also adds in his own creations. I also picked out a beautiful larimar stone and had Steve custom
