where can you source kitsch plastic charms and beads?

Question

i've seen plenty of online business selling jewellery made from plastic charms and beads (eg. poodle, cupcake, button, heart shapes) but no matter how much i google i can't find where you can bulk buy these types of jewellery materials. any ideas?

i don't mind if they are rare or unique, i just want tacky. and i need bulk because it's cheaper.

Answer 1

Wow, I just did some searching too & nothing! I know they exist because I have seen them.

Idea: Beadstyle magazine has TONS of advertisements. Buy a copy of the mag at any bookstore or crafting store & see what you can find in there. I read this mag & I really think there is something in there or there may be a store you can contact to see where you can get them too.
Good luck!

Wait, another idea: have you ever used Fimo or the other one that is similiar (which I like better because it is more pliable)? You can make your own really cook, tacky, kitchy items any size or way you want. It is really easy to use this clay. I designed a box of chocolates that looks like the real thing! Really fun. If you want helpe figuring out how to make things w/ them, just e-mail me & I will be happy to help you.

Answer 2

The essence of kitsch is to use items that are rare or unexpected. So you should scour junk shops for items to use. Also if you live near any stores that sell old buttons, charms, and ribbons rescued from ancient warehouses and old forgotten store inventory, you should haunt places like that.

You could also make your own things from different clays, glass or molded plastic.
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