Another thing I do is attend bead fairs. There is one called BeadFest, that has the largest number of vendors and good prices. This year it is held in three cities, Miami (May), Atlanta and Valley Forge PA (both in August). I'm planning to go to the one in PA. Last time I managed to stock up on a lot of supplies and found some wonderful beads I wouldn't have found locally.
The lampworking demonstrations are addictive. Almost bought a torch and kiln, but my mother would have killed me. LOL
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