Beauty in Balance

We all wear jewelry to showcase our personal style; to make a statement without saying a word.  Mel's Bells features beaded jewelry in many styles and variations.  From earrings featuring twisted seed beads to chunky statement necklaces to chain bracelets, Mel's style incorporates contemporary and classic style in original designs that will take you from casual Friday to your dressiest evening plans.

Coming soon in 2012!

  • Boot Bracelets!  Do you miss anklets during the cold season?  Bring new style to your winter footwear with gold or silver beaded boot chains.
  • Want your multiple ear piercings to "go" but not "match?"  Watch for new 6-piece earring sets; three pairs of earrings that coordinate effortlessly.
  • Buddhist Mala and prayer bracelets - thoughtful gifts to help achieve inner peace

Every piece featured in Mel's lineup is designed and made by the artist herself.  Inspired by the beads themselves and the beauty of her surroundings in the Pacific Northwest, Mel creates one-of-a-kind jewelry that will get you noticed for all the right reasons.

Also available are a wide variety of prayer beads.  From the traditional Catholic rosary and Protestant prayer beads, to Muslim subha and Buddhist mala, Mel takes pleasure in creating pieces that will be treasured for their spiritual meaning as well as appreciated for their outer beauty.  Visit the shop to place your custom order.

New for the fall and winter, home parties for everyone!  Girls' nights in, birthday parties for the kids, and consulting services for the guys to design that perfect item for their wife's birthday or anniversary.  Whatever you need, we've got you covered.  We'll bring the materials, the tools, the knowledge, and the fun to your home or other location.

So be welcome, and make yourself at home.  Browse the blog, learn more about what makes the artist tick, and find that perfect bauble in the shop.

This week

live music - Northwest Chill at Our Place

Friday April 20  9:00p-1:00a
$3 cover, 21+ only

Jewelry 201 project class – Knot & Twist Necklace 

Saturday April 21  1:30p-4:30p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
Does the thought of wood beads and macrame take you back to childhood afternoons?  Or do you just like the homey feel of a handmade necklace?  Either way, this class is perfect for you!
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.

live music - Northwest Chill at the Manchester Pub

Saturday April 21  9:00p-1:00a
no cover, 21+ only

Coming soon

Jewelry 202 project class – Link & Bling Bracelet 

Saturday April 28  1:30p-4:30p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
This fun project is a great introduction to bead weaving.  You’ll learn to use the brick stitch to create beaded links, then connect them to make this fabulous statement bracelet.
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.

Open House!

Saturday May 5  1:00p-3:00p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
Come meet all your Silverdale JoAnn’s instructors and see what projects we’re working on.  Ask questions if you have them and, best of all, get 50% off the fee on selected classes if you sign up today!
Call 360-692-1300 for questions.

live music - Mel Dalton at Brother Don's

Friday May 4  9:00p-12:00a
no cover, 21+ in bar; restaurant open for all ages till 10

Jewelry 101 basics class

Sunday May 6  1:00p-3:30p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
Learn all the basic skills you need to start making your own beautiful jewelry.  We cover tools, components, and techniques.  Great class for the beginning jewelry artist, or take it as a refresher course.
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.

Jewelry 102 project class - Grommet Hard-Wear Bracelet

Thursday May 10  6:00p-9:00p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
Wire wrapping gets a new look.
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.

live music - Northwest Chill at JR's Hideaway

Friday May 11  9:00p-1:00a
no cover, 21+ only; restaurant open for all ages till 9

Protestant Prayer Beads class

Friday May 12  1:00p-4:00p 
Bremerton United Methodist Church
Prayer beads can help you focus on your devotion time or make a thoughtful gift for others.  Learn to string a set of Protestant prayer beads for $15.  All materials are included; you can make multiple sets for $5 each.  This is a drop-in class; it will take about 30-45 minutes to make each set.
Contact Melanie@TheBeadAndBean to sign up.
Call BUMC at (360) 373-3510 for directions. 

live music - Northwest Chill at the Manchester Pub

Saturday May 12  9:00p-1:00a
no cover, 21+ only

live music - Northwest Chill at Our Place

Saturday May 18  9:00p-1:00a
no cover, 21+ only

Jewelry 101 basics class

Tuesday May 22  10:00a-12:30p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
Learn all the basic skills you need to start making your own beautiful jewelry.  We cover tools, components, and techniques.  Great class for the beginning jewelry artist, or take it as a refresher course.
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.

Jewelry 201 project class – Dare to Dangle Earrings

Thursday May 24  6:00p-8:00p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
A fun design for simple but eye-catching earrings.
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.

live music - Northwest Chill at Moondogs, Too!

Friday May 25  9:00p-1:00a
no cover, 21+ only; restaurant open for all ages till 10

Jewelry 202 project class – Crystal Life Bracelet

Thursday May 24  6:00p-8:00p 
JoAnn's in Silverdale
Take basic techniques to the next level with a beautiful multi-strand bracelet with wrapped loops and dangles.
Call 360-692-1300 to sign up.