About Us

Out on a Whim is a full service retailer of Beads and Beading Supplies established in 1986. About 10 years after opening, the store was moved to it a storefront in the charming town of Cotati, in Northern California.

We pride ourselves on our huge selection of Japanese seed beads from size 3/0 to 15/0. We also carry many shapes of 2-hole beads, Czech glass beads, Swarovski crystals, a variety of stringing and bead embroidery supplies and tools, findings and charms. Recently, we’ve been adding stones, chunky glass, lampwork and more!