About Us
Blue Santa Beads offers the finest Japanese seed beads, renowned for their consistent
size and color, as well as an extensive array of beading supplies, books, and tools
for beaders and other crafters. We also market one-of-a-kind Carogi bags for toting
beading supplies. These uniquely patterned carryalls are crafted in Arizona and
can be configured in a variety of ways.
In addition to our retail customers, we work with a number of craft, knitting, beading,
and wire designers, offering tips and techniques for selecting beads in the appropriate
size, shape, and color. This collaboration has proved profitable for both Blue Santa
Beads and the designers, many of whom now supply their students with our beads.
Because our business is growing, we have moved to a storefront location
in Media, Pennsylvania, on the outskirts of Philadelphia. In addition to conducting
our retail and wholesale operations there, we will offer classes for beaders of
all levels, from beginners to advanced.
Why Blue Santa?
Owner Sara Caldwell explains the origin of the name Blue Santa:
“The name comes from my passionate hobby of collecting Blue Santas. I received my
first one, made by Eldreth Potters, a number of years ago. Then a college friend,
who is an artist, made a five-foot-tall fabric one for me. Now I have all sorts
of Blue Santa items, including plates, mugs, and ornaments, and friends continue
to surprise me with new ones. Blue Santas delight my spirit and warm my soul. They
signify my never-ending quest for just the right object – rather like tracking down
just the right beads for my customers.”
Our Mission
Blue Santa Beads strives to offer customers the finest Japanese glass beads and
beading supplies and to exceed their highest expectations for friendly, knowledgeable,
one-on-one advice and service. We want to be known as the quality source for those
who demand the very best supplies and service for their beading projects.