Ayla's Originals

Yes, there really is an Ayla. In 1996, she found herself losing her passion for her then profession, that of Director of Human Resources in corporate America. Many afternoons and evenings, she would visit a local bead shop in Evanston on her way home from work. Admiring the merchandise led to taking classes on beading techniques, and soon Ayla was spending nearly all of her free time designing jewelry or thinking about beading patterns. As luck would have it, as Ayla's beading hobby started to take off, the owner of the bead store Ayla had been frequenting decided to retire.

It's $45/person, including bead kits, and we can help them learn how to do projects. The other option is to stop by the store, or visit our Etsy page via www.aylasoriginals.com. Both places have beading kits available and your kids can work on her own projects at home.

It's no secret - Ayla's Originals is a great place to bring your broken beads and bead-based jewelry pieces. Our talented, experienced and patient staff will confer with you and make sure that your repair is done to your exacting expectations. Ayla's wholesale customers receive what may be the best pricing deals anywhere. To be considered for the wholesale program, and for more information please call our staff at 847.328.4040.

You have the guy, the ring, and the date. All the details are falling into place as you plan the wedding of your dreams. Whether you are having a black tie blowout downtown or eloping at City Hall, you want to share your happiness with your special pals. What to do? Bring your friends from forever and those standing up for you on your big day.