About Me

Hello, my name is April. I started Taylored Beads in 2021. After more than 30 years of crafting including 10 years of beading and wire work, I finally decided to start up my own shop.

I started making jewelry thanks to the encouragement of my husband, my family, and a wonderful local bead shop in Helena, Montana. That little shop and the great lady that owned it, helped me become the artist I am today. I started just by hanging out at their little table just soaking in all the tips and tricks from people who have been beading for years, and people who were just starting and making the same mistakes I was. Eventually I was there so often she just had to hire me. I loved working with all these beaders and jewelers, helping them and helping myself in the process. Eventually I was able to become co-owner of the store. In 2012 my husband and I had to move to Washington state, so I sold my part of the business and after more than a decade of marriage, we were pregnant with our first child!

So now, 10 years, 2 states, and 3 kids later, I am back in the jewelry business!

I do jewelry design, repair, and custom work as well as making memory bears. I love taking an idea in someone's head and making it come to life.

I hope you enjoy my pieces as much as I enjoy making them. Please feel free to contact me anytime if you have any questions. I look forward to working with you.