Mardi Gras beads are one of the most popular trinkets in the world. They have different meanings for different events throughout many countries and cities across the world. There are as many designs as there are uses. The beads are purchased by Mardi Gras Krewes to throw during their parade route, by party planners for decorations and by artists to add to sculptures and other art creations. We could go on all day compiling a list of things that different customers use the beads for all year around. There is however, one question that is pretty common, “What is the most popular bead for the money that I can get the most of?” This question is what we will answer today.
Mardi Gras parades are put on by many different groups and organizations most commonly known as Mardi Gras Krewes. They plan year round for their parade and put a lot of work and effort into making sure everything is as grand and extravagant as possible. From their Krewe costumes all the way to the decorating and painting of the Mardi Gras floats. They could quite possibly be the number one consumer of the most popular bead seen at all the Mardi Gras Parades in places like New Orleans, LA and Mobile, AL. What is the most popular bead? We will tell you after we look at two more genres of consumers that love this bead.
Party planners are always pushed to have super creative and unique ideas for their customers. Their customers depend on them to create a memorable and fun event that all of their guests will love. Creativity depends upon the planner’s ability to think outside the box and use new resources to create a decorative and fun look that will wow the guests. This is where the beads come in, whether you call them Mardi Gras beads, Throw Beads, Parade Beads, or just decorative craft beads. They work. So what is this bead? We will tell you right after we discuss on more niche that uses these bulk beads.
Art is a very broad word that is used to describe many creations from the minds of countless people across the world. There is always room for new materials to create with. Some artists will use acrylics, some will use discarded materials, or some will use purchased materials. Among all of this art is a form of art known as bead art. Cheap beads in bulk are used in the creation of many art forms. They are melted, glued, and molded into many different things. Art can sometimes be a trial and error process, so being able to buy a large amount of beads for little money, allows the artist to experiment without much cost. So, what is this famous, popular, cheap bead sold by the bulk that everyone uses? Now, we will tell you.
The number one choice of beads is the 33” 7mm global cut bead. The reason that they are so popular is because they are sold in such high quantities so you get a bulk discount. Some of the other beads that you will find sell for one to three dollars each. Not a bad deal, depending on what you plan to do with them. The M1107 (That is the product code for the 33” 7mm bead) comes in many colors and can be bought for $6.90 a bag. There are 12 dozen to a bag of beads. That’s a whopping 144 beads for $6.90 (depending on when you read this, prices may vary) and they are also sold for $28.00 a case (again, depending on when you read this, cost could vary), a case contains 60 dozen beads. That’s 720 pieces in once case for $28.00.
It is easy to see why the 33” 7mm global cut Mardi Gras beads are the standard bead for parades all around. As well as the choice of bead for anyone who needs to buy a large bulk amount of beads for low prices. Besides being inexpensive they are available in many solid colors and bags of mixed colors. Red, Blue, Silver, Gold, Black, Purple, Green, and Gold are just some of the colors available in the 33” 7mm global cut Mardi Gras beads. Be sure to visit us today so that you know what other wonderful things we have to offer you.
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Tuesday, December 20th, 2011Carnival 2012 – Let’s Explore Rio de Janeiro
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011Rio de Janeiro or Rio as a lot of people know it, will be the subject of upcoming blog entries as we explore the world seeking out all of the variations of Mardi Gras, Carnival, or Carnaval. We are sure to find many more names for this type of celebration as we go. Our first stop on this virtual tour of 2012 celebrations is Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city of Brazil and is the capital city of the State of Rio de Janeiro. It garners the title of 6th largest city in the Americas by having a population of approximately 6 million people. Located in Brazil on the coast of the South Atlantic Ocean, Rio de Janeiro is a hub of culture for Brazil and considered by many as Brazil’s primary tourist attraction. Receiving the most visits of any South American city, it is the home to many attractions such as the Corcovado and Sugarloaf mountains. However, the attraction we are going to learn about in upcoming posts is the 2012 season of Carnival or Carnaval and its history.
There are a lot of similarities between Carnaval and Mardi Gras. There are many distinctions as well that Carnival boasts. We will explore the how the streets of the favelas have an outpouring of support for the Blocos and Bandas that many people say is really the life of Carnival. Rio Carnival is a 4 day celebration that starts on Saturday and ends on Fat Tuesday. The many Blocos and Bandas during this time of year make it one of the biggest events around.
What about the parading and throws? Are there bulk Carnaval beads thrown throughout the parades? Are Carnival throws a huge part of the celebrations or are they more focused on artistically expressing themselves through Carnival masks, dress and music, such as Samba? We will soon find out as we travel (virtual) to Rio de Janeiro to learn all about Carnival 2012 or Carnaval 2012. However you know it, we are sure you will be excited to learn all about their traditions.
Mardi Gras 2012 in Baldwin County, Alabama
Tuesday, December 13th, 2011It’s that time of year again, when we are preparing for the Mardi Gras season. Mardi Gras 2011 was a wonderful season for everyone we spoke with and we are looking forward to an even better season for Mardi Gras 2012. As you all may or may not know we are located in Mobile, AL ,the home of Mardi Gras. we are right across the bay from Baldwin County where they celebrate Mardi Gras big time! To better serve our local customers in Baldwin County who live in cities such as Daphne, Fairhope, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, we open up a seasonal store every year in Baldwin county. This year it is planned to open on January 03, 2012. Call 251-450-5012 for details.
We are looking forward to the Baldwin County Mardi Gras season to as big as ever for 2012. We have the Baldwin County 2012 Mardi Gras Parade schedule listed on our site as well as the 2012 Mobile Mardi Gras Parade schedule. You can find it by following this link: http://www.toomeys-mardigras.com/parade-schedule.html
The Baldwin County Mardi Gras store will sell beads of all kinds including the bulk Mardi Gras throw beads that you find in all of the parades in Mobile, New Orleans and other carnivals throughout the world. The most common of the bulk beads are the 33″ 7mm global cut beads. These beads come in a wide variety of solid colors,assorted colors, and specific mixes such as the traditional purple, green, and gold.. They are sold by the bag (144 pieces) for $6.90 and they are sold by the case (720 pieces) for $28.00. These cheap beads make sure you get the most bang for your buck!
The Baldwin Bounty Mardi Gras Store will also be selling a wide variety of specialty themed hand strung beads. These beads feature many different styles, sizes and themes. You will be able to buy them by the piece or by the dozen. You will also find many items to fit all of your decorating needs. One of the more popular items you will find is the Deco Poly Mesh. They come in rolls that measure 21″ x 10 yards and start at $5.95 a roll! What a deal!
There will of course be plenty of Mardi Gras Masks and other items for you to buy in bulk. There are many things to be found at Toomey’s Mardi Gras whether you shop at the Gift shop in the Mobile Carnival Museum, the seasonal store in Daphne, our main store in Mobile, AL or online at our website www.toomeys-mardigras.com. You can find all of our contact information here: http://www.toomeys-mardigras.com/aboutus.html
Happy Mardi Gras!
If your team sucks make sure you look good with beads at the next game
Monday, December 7th, 2009You should always take pride in your appearance. Looking good is half of the battle when it comes to feeling great. Especially if your are not good at something, looking great is one way to off-set the frustrations you may experience, such as losing a sporting event. If your team sucks, making sure you look good will take a bit of the pressure off of the horrid ability of your team. Even if the team is horrible, looking good can make everyone feel much better. Even the fans can help support the team by looking great at then games. When everyone looks great it gives the impression that everyone feels great and enjoys themselves, so even if your team sucks, you and your friends might as well look great to offset any negative pressure created from losing the game.
There are many ways to look great at a sporting event, and for years, colorful and decorative items that match team colors have been used by fans and coaches alike to make the environment happier and more energetic. Fans and supporters use many items to make themselves look better such as hats, beads, trinkets, gloves, and silly shoes. Items such as beads and necklaces can be easily adorned on the top of any clothes. These beads and trinkets come in all colors and make it easy to find some that match your team’s colors. Beads are a simple way to express your support for your team and looking flashy while doing so. They are cheap and simple to wear. Supporting your team in style is the best way to do it, because even if your team loses, at least you will look and feel great.
What’s New at Toomey’s Mardi Gras
Friday, October 9th, 2009Everyone loves to shop and everyone likes to see thing that are new in their favorite shop. It is no different on the internet with websites. When people are shopping for Mardi Gras here at www.toomeys-mardigras.com they might look around the other sections as well and see that we do in fact have supplies for events all year around/When you do look around Toomey’s Mardi Gras you will see that we have products for about any occasion be it wedding, birthday, St. Patrick’s Day, Christmas or New Year’s Eve. We have it all under one roof and that is why we are called the “One stop fun shop!”
In an effort to help you be aware of any new items that we have brought in, we added a new category to the menu. You will now see that we have a new arrivals category. In this category you will see all the newest and latest party items we have to offer.
Another new thing that Toomey’s Mardi Gras is now doing is sending out Newsletters to our customers. You can now sign up on our web page if you would like to be among those who receive Mardi Gras News and be notified of specials that we will have at Toomey’s Mardi Gras.
Come on by and checkout our new arrivals section and see what new masks we have to offer you among a lot of new beads and hats. We are constantly bringing in new inventory and we want you to see what all the excitement is about.Also, the first of Moonpies for the new season arrived yesterday!! We even have Double Decker Orange Moonpies!! They are good!! Hope to see you soon!!
