Bead Inspirations founder: A True Gem

Vicki Lapp began Bead Inspirations in early 2003 as a home-based business. She taught jewelry making classes out of her home in Alameda and sold supplies. Over time, she expanded both her repertoire of classes and a community of beaders. She had previously worked as an engineer and a corporate trainer/consultant, so when she discovered her love of beading, it was natural for her to want to teach it to others.

Read a tribute to Vicki Lapp here.

There have been many people who have contributed their talents and loving spirit to make Bead Inspirations what it is. The wind beneath her wings came from the wonderful customers who have found inspiration in her classes and bead parties, and the talented staff who still take pleasure in inspiring customers.

Philosophy of Bead Inspirations

• Every person is naturally creative. We strive to foster an environment where people are encouraged, supported, and acknowledged in expressing their natural creativity.
• Every person is immensely capable. We offer classes and training that give people an opportunity to develop their skills and get enlivened by finding that they can do more than they knew they could. They leave classes with an expanded sense of their potential. They will take joy in learning something new and saying "I can do this!".
• Color is inspiring and healing. We offer products that stimulate and nurture our spirit.
• Giving gifts that you make yourself is a powerful expression of love. We encourage people to make gifts to give to people in their lives.
• Each person is valuable because they are individual and unique. Their personal self-expression is an important way to express their uniqueness. When people make jewelry for themselves it is a loving thing to do for themselves, as they are allowing their spirit to flow through them and be expressed.
• Being of service to others is an honor and a joy. When we are working we are being of service to others.
• Everyone needs to relax and have fun. We are a stand for people to relax and have fun, whether it is in our store or at home.
• Many of our customers are busy people. When people come to our business, our processes for signing up for classes and making purchases are efficient and don't waste people's time.
• We do what we say we are going to do. We act with integrity.

Be part of the team!
Share your love of beads with our wonderful customers! We hire part-time sales associates and operational assistants from time to time. Is it right for you or someone you know? See the job postings for current positions available.