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Beads N Botanicals
117 North Broadway Avenue Unit #1 1, Urbana, IL 61801, United States
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Al
Review №1

I love the owner, Catherine. She is fun and fantastic!! I feel the absolute safest in her store by how seriously she is treating the COVID pandemic. She has great products at great prices but I still cant leave without racking up a bill of at least $100

Em
Review №2

I really enjoyed this shop. The staff were very helpful. There is an amazing selection of gemstones, handmade candles and incense. Great books, tarot and oracle cards too. Ill be going back.

M.
Review №3

Normally, I love to explore crystal shops in every new town I go to. I had high hopes about this one because of other reviews. However, it was only the bad reviews that were accurate about this shop. Store was locked in the middle of the day, owner wasn’t welcoming at all. She approached the door and gave us an unwelcoming look and first told us to adjust our masks or else she was not unlocking the door. She immediately told us to hold out our hands to be sprayed and then said to flip them over because “we touch stuff with this side of our hands” in a condescending manner. She was bossy and rude - telling us condescending things like we can’t go behind the counter and proceeded to follow us in the store, watching what we do and said a total of 4 times that “if we touch anything, we must put the items on the plate”. A few short moments after, we left. I wish I hadn’t wasted my time or gas money to come here. Store was messy with high prices - which is whatever. The majority of our bad experience came from the obnoxiously rude way we were treated by the owner Catherine Novak, middle aged lady with medium length red hair. It was uncomfortable and we could only bare a few minutes here. Waste of time. To other crystal shoppers, save your time, energy and money and explore other places. I hope this helps others!

Mi
Review №4

A lovely shop. One of my favorites in town! The staff are warm and welcoming. I felt safe as all staff are responsible community members and require masks. I will definitely be heading back soon.

Ge
Review №5

Not much in the selection of beads. Michaels and hobby lobby are better. The incense was overwhelming, could hardly breathe. The owner was overly attentive and made me feel uncomfortable

Ch
Review №6

I always love coming here for tarot readings and buying crystals for my own craft. Absolutely wonderful staff that are always bright and smiley when you walk through the door. I would highly recommend going here and checking it out. Im hoping to stop by for the first time since the pandemic started.

An
Review №7

Such helpful and friendly staff! Just got some supplies to make a couple malas with my husband. :-)

Ra
Review №8

Interesting shop for very unique gifts.Owner very knowledgable.Safe health rules followed.

ke
Review №9

The most Coid paranoid place ever....very un comfortable experience.....

Ad
Review №10

Nust habe to experience the wonderful for youeself I cant wait to go back

La
Review №11

The owner and employee were extremely pleasant and helpful. Great selection

Mi
Review №12

This store is so calming and comfortable! Whenever I walk in I feel right at home. Catherine and her staff are knowledgeable, attentive and the selection is wonderful! The prices are reasonable; the service incredible. Thank you ladies for a wonderful shopping experience today. I left feeling uplifted, centered (and very happy with my purchase)!

De
Review №13

Loved that place. Catherine was very friendly!

Sa
Review №14

Excellent selection of stones and pendants. Welcoming and helpful, and a soothing environment. My girlfriend and I are already discussing what to purchase next time we go in!

De
Review №15

The store itself is GREAT. Owner is rude and erratic, every time I come.

Te
Review №16

Warm and inviting. Something for almost everyone. Stop in, you wont be disappointed!

St
Review №17

I love this store and its great having a shop like this here in town. I went to pick out a crystal and was told to look until something spoke to me and I found exactly the stone that I needed. This women here are great and I hope to come in soon for a reading.

Je
Review №18

This is one of my favorite stores in town. Catherine, the owner, and her staff, are always friendly and welcoming. The shop had a great variety of items for all sorts of hobbies; jewerly making, bead crafts, incense, candles, gems, and books. The classes offered are thorough and well led. Its a great place to stop in and learn something new and have friendly conversation! Wonderful local shop!

to
Review №19

The workers were really friendly and informative. They also carry a great selection of stuff. Definitely worth checking out!

El
Review №20

Great Place! Great and insightful staff! Relaxing and judgement free place!

Sh
Review №21

It is a wonderful wonderland that can supply all your craft needs.

La
Review №22

Awesome store and knowledgeable employees!

Sy
Review №23

Both myself and a friend got a reading from Catherine today and it helped both of us get the guidance we were looking for. I was blown away with my experience! I definitely suggest booking a reading with her. Also, lots of awesome books, decks, smelly good stuff, and crystals.

Sh
Review №24

Great metaphysical store. Decent prices, nice selection and beautiful crystals.

Ea
Review №25

Well first of all.. Their only open 4 Days out of the week. So I really had to work around my schedule to get a Tarot card reading from beads and botanicals.And the Reading was Very general and Such Basic information. She also kept asking me Questions during the Tarot card Session. In my personal opinion it didn’t seem Legit.And she kept forcing me to do some type of session that costed $500 each Session? Like Come on Lady!?!I wouldn’t recommend this Place

Sa
Review №26

Great place to purchase crystals! I love the environment and energy! I can’t wait to use my gift card ASAP!

Pa
Review №27

I loved the store. We visited this store while in vacation and really wish we would have been there longer. The staff was very nice and friendly and they had a wide array of goodies. I simply wanted to take the whole store with me. When I come back there I will definitely be stopping by there again.

Ma
Review №28

I could stay here all day checking things out and learning

Je
Review №29

Wonderfully helpful and friendly staff. Huge range of products and gifts for anyone into the metaphysical or jewelry making. Great prices. Highly recommend this little gem of a store.

Sa
Review №30

Great place to purchase crystals. I love the energy and can’t wait to go back ASAP!

Ju
Review №31

Love, love, love this place! I just want to eat the sweet aroma when I walk in. Great selection and knowledgeable people. A hidden gem in CU.

De
Review №32

I am always greeted as a friend and offered help in finding what I am searching for. Thank you Deborah and Katherine and staff . I look forward to my next visit.

Am
Review №33

A fantastic resource for crystals, incense, oils, books, candles and a lot more!

ba
Review №34

This is absolutely one of my favorite places to go. The owner is super nice and helpful. She always has suggestions if you are not sure exactly what you are looking for. :) Love it!

Re
Review №35

Great place for readings, classes, crystals, candles, jewelry and incense.

Re
Review №36

Love shopping here. I also do Tarot readings here on most Wednesdays

Lo
Review №37

They have a large selection of stones, beads,wire,books,and more. Staff is always helpful and friendly. The classes and talks they host are interesting and fun.

Mo
Review №38

Wonderful selection, knowledgeable staff.

Ra
Review №39

I love it. It has crystals, reiki, classes, and more!

Du
Review №40

This is a great place for incense, and essential oils. Have been coming here since they moved to this location from Hoopeston. Also if you find yourself in need of a reading they can do that as well. Come in with an open mind and enjoy the smells.

Ky
Review №41

Wonderfully curated selection of books, crystals, minerals, candles, jewelry, art, cards, and in-house made incense, with knowledgeable proprietor & staff.

Ju
Review №42

Such a great shop and they have a good supply of handmade items

Ni
Review №43

A beautiful little store with quality products and a friendly staff. I absolutely love this place!!

Tr
Review №44

This store is a one of Urbanas hidden gems. Owner Catherine will kindly help with whatever you may be looking for and her genuine care that all who enter her store get to where they need shines through. I have gotten to enjoy a reiki gathering and a tarot reading and will definitely be attending a reiki class some time soon.

Ro
Review №45

Awesome store! Catherine is amazing. Ive been to classes, psychic fair and shopped!

Da
Review №46

An experience

Ma
Review №47

Awesome staff, knowelgeble staff, friendly and interested in you and your needs

Ra
Review №48

Always something to find hidden in this shop.

Ca
Review №49

Best n town

An
Review №50

Funky place!

Th
Review №51

Great customer service

Tr
Review №52

Excellent, great shop

Pa
Review №53

Wonderful ambience.

Co
Review №54

Unique

Je
Review №55

Very friendly

hi
Review №56

Very friendly and helpful!

B
Review №57

A bit expensive as far as stones, by amazing products. Customer service needs a little work though.

La
Review №58

Fun place to browse.

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  • Address:117 North Broadway Avenue Unit #1 1, Urbana, IL 61801, United States
  • Site:http://beadsnbotanicals.com/
  • Phone:+1 217-365-9355
Categories
  • Art gallery
  • Aromatherapy supply store
  • Metaphysical supply store
  • Bead store
  • Book store
  • Herb shop
  • Incense supplier
  • Psychic
  • Rock shop
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:12–5pm
  • Wednesday:12–6pm
  • Thursday:12–5pm
  • Friday:11am–4pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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