Sewickley Bead Company has a large assortment of beads for jewelry making or decorative work with a focus on gems, freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals, fine Thai Hill Tribe and other silver and 14-karat-gold beads. The shop also restrings and fixes clasps on broken necklaces and bracelets. Classes are available for learning how to string beads and make and repair jewelry, as well. In addition, Sewickley Beads hosts after-hours birthday parties and ladies' nights by reservation.