Gem Faire

Not what I’d call a gem faire – more of a bead faire. It’s really great for those who like to make their own jewelry as there were many vendors selling lots of beads, etc.
There were a few venders selling jewelry but these were outnumbered by the beaders – and the majority of the «jewelers» were overpriced.
Having gone to the International Gem & Jewelry Show in San Mateo, Ca – this was a big disappointment.

I LOVE the Gem Faire! The prices are amazing for what you get, and they have a GREAT selection of pearls, crystals, gemstones, findings, and SO much more! I was just amazed at everything! The only problem is that whenever I go, I end up spending more that I had planned :)
It is awesome, and I totally recommend this to you!!! :)

I am a hopeless jewelry-​making junkie. This place fuels my addiction.
The Gem Faire comes to my neck of the woods about three times a year. Not only can you buy loose beads by the strand, you can find tools, fixings, wire, etc. There are also jewelers who sell semi-​precious loose stones, necklaces, rings, costume jewelry, etc.
Vendors come from all over California. I nearly bought a beautiful sterling silver bracelet made in India set with topaz, pearls, and sapphires.
You can find bargains from $ 1 a strand to cut amethyst for $ 30 a strand and up. I always stock up on my freshwater pearls here and today I bought a fantastic dyed jade strand of beads for $ 10, lots of cut stone strands for $ 2.50 each as well as «Chinese crystal» strands for .50 each. But you could easily spend hundreds or thousands of dollars here.
If you sign up on their website, you can receive coupons in the mail and flyers for the next upcoming Gem Faire.
I like the Scottish Rite location the best. At Cal Expo you have to pay to park, which kind of defeats the purpose of trying to score a bargain and at the Roseville Fairgrounds, it’s just downright depressing there.