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Rainbow Minerals

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👍👍 A must see. I was greeted at the front door with a smile and an offer to get a tour! Attention to customer service is their niche. The variety of product is amazing. The quality is very high- and the prices are incredibly reasonable. I travel for my job and I get to visit Bead & Crystal stores... People often mention store, staff, selection, amazing, quality, prices, friendly, recommend, experience, Owner,


Address

2255 Gladwin Crescent, Ottawa, ON K1B 4K9, Canada

Website

www.rainbowminerals.com

Contact

+1 613-733-8440

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (68 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Rebecca P. 2 years ago on Google
    My favourite store in the whole city! The selection is incredible and the prices are extremely competitive. There are always deals going on. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and I always leave feeling better than I did when I came in. Highly recommend!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 FCT A. 2 years ago on Google
    A must see. I was greeted at the front door with a smile and an offer to get a tour! Attention to customer service is their niche. The variety of product is amazing. The quality is very high- and the prices are incredibly reasonable. I travel for my job and I get to visit Bead & Crystal stores all over the world, this is in my top 5 list for sure!!! Highly recommend this little piece of heaven in Ottawa~
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 dylan h. 9 months ago on Google
    I really like this store!!! The owner (Ashley I believe) is very helpful in finding all the tools and materials you might need for your jewelry, She has helped me tremendously with my questions and advice. 10 star out of 5 In my purchases for silver smithing tools and materials, I have found some very lovely crystals, minerals, specimens, birth stones and so much more that I wish I could add to my collection! Thank you Rainbow Minerals!!! See you again soon
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A R. 5 years ago on Google
    Great, Amazing selection of everything!! Helpful staff, had a great first experience. Nice to deal with people who know what they are talking about, Ash the owner shares all her knowledge. The staff are qualified and help with all aspects of my project- they know their stuff! This is my Zen Place
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gzeau 2 years ago on Google
    Love the little cubby we put our purse/bag in. Walked in with a bracelet that was too short, they directed me to the wall of beads💕 Once I chose what I wanted to add to it, they showed me how to rebead and knot the bracelet. Absolutely LOVE this place. Wish I'd found it sooner It's now my go to... I'd live there if I could lol
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anita R. 2 years ago on Google
    You will LOVE this store! It is the LARGEST crystal and gem store in Canada. I love the vibe, the staff and the selection. The quality of the stones is AMAZING! The prices are unbelievable. The selection is unbelievable. They know everything about everything!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brooklyn S. 2 years ago on Google
    I went there and I got a tour of the place right away by a helpful staff member. The selection was incredible!! Everything was laid out so nicely and the prices were amazing. Overall a very welcoming atmosphere. I love this store and will definitely be visiting again soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Whitney C. 4 months ago on Google
    The most amazing experience by far in this shop!!!! Expert advice high quality minerals and beads at honest prices. Look no further this is the place to go! Thank you for the amazing experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pj Pigeon & Joji Dog A. 9 months ago on Google
    I remember coming in the first time I had such amazing experience. They are very helpful and attentive to my needs. Amazing selection. Best beading store in Ottawa. A real Gem of a shop. ❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanya M. 2 years ago on Google
    Always a wonderful experience shopping at Rainbow Minerals. The staff are knowledgeable and eager to help. I often see/hear them offering design tips and demonstrating basic techniques to clients while I’m in there taking in the huge selection of gemstones. Ash goes above and beyond to make sure her clients are well taken care of and find what they need. If she doesn’t have what I’m looking for she is ready to work for me and sift through her suppliers catalogs to help me find exactly what I need. Her level of customer service far exceeds most retail stores. Can’t wait for my next big shopping trip! Thanks again for your help today Ash, I can’t wait to share your store with all of my students this semester. See you soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elisa N. 2 years ago on Google
    Top quality! Always worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Claire M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place, lots of stuff and very friendly staff.

  • 4/5 Jillian C. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a great store if you are into jewellery making/crafting. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I visited for the first time last week, and was not disappointed. A staff member gave me a tour of the store, explaining how things work there. They are a wholesaler, so their stock is impressive, but also very pricey, which is the only downside to it that I found. I would have given the store a 5/5 if not for that. That being said, however, I did see some things that I haven’t seen at other places. I would highly recommend looking into their vendor discount, which saves you 20%, as that can help to offset the high cost of their products somewhat. Just a note of something to be prepared for: you have to lock up your bag/purse/wallet when you enter the store, inside a little personal locker near the front. I’m sure this is to prevent theft, which is very smart, but it did catch me off guard! would highly recommend checking them out, especially if you are into making beautiful bracelets/necklaces!

  • 1/5 T B. 2 years ago on Google
    Went in today to purchase a bag of fragment rock pieces. Store had multiple boxes all listed at $12. I confirm with staff this is what I am purchasing and came to the store for but would like some time to look around at other items. The owner then tells me the price of rock fragments has changed from $12 to $20 that very moment. Me: that feels personal. Now that I expressed interest into this item you are increasing the price? Owner: yes, my cost have gone up. Me: Then it should be listed at $20. This is false advertising. You couldn't do this if you were walmart. Owner: im not walmart. And it's $20. Me: no, that feels personal and poor business practice. Owner: Fine, I can sell it to you for $12. Me: okay, I will purchase at $12 but again this feels personal and poor business practice. I dont feel welcome back here. Owner: Fine get out! Me: I'm going to post about this. Owner: go ahead. No one will care. Considering I was buying the leftovers from the tumbler and no labour cost was incurred. I stand by this small business owner making poor client care choices. Do not suggest going to this store.

  • 1/5 Victoria H. 2 years ago on Google
    Prices are higher than other Ottawa stores. I suggest Canada beading supply or McBead Creations in Nepean, price difference is worth gas and travel time plus supporting good community based local store owners. Owner of this store is rude and does not give back locally.

  • 5/5 Lauren B. 2 years ago on Google
    My new favourite bead/crystal store! Really friendly staff, store is well-organized and decorated, and prices are amazing!! They also have great selection with lots of crystal varieties. Definitely coming back soon ☺️

  • 5/5 Jason G. 1 year ago on Google
    Came in looking for some precious stones. And I left with an absolute experience!! When I went in I was greated by an environment that was peaceful and welcoming. The service was above and beyond anything I was expecting. If you need anything in the metaphysical market or just some quality beads and supplies. You would be amiss if you didn't venture to this amazing spot!!

  • 1/5 Charlie M. 2 years ago on Google
    Cheap quality products that are overpriced. Large crystals are often glued together and the glue melts in the hot car. Brought my healing crystal back and the owner denied the glue even though it was obvious. Would not return or exchange even though it had only been an hour and left in my hot summer car. Will be warning my Reiki clients.

  • 5/5 Lucie B. 2 years ago on Google
    I have shopped at Rainbow's for several years and always found the help I needed to improve my jewellery making hability. Always greeted with a smile, products of high quality. Do absolutely recommence.

  • 5/5 Brittany N. 11 months ago on Google
    This is the most incredible mineral store in Ottawa. The customer service is excellent and always extremely friendly. I have NEVER been disappointed in their stock or knowledge. I recommend rainbow minerals to everyone I know, and will continue to do so.

  • 5/5 Thuy M. 11 months ago on Google
    I love Rainbow Minerals. They always make you feel so welcomed! They are so friendly and knowledgeable. I'm obsessed with my forever bracelet! Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️

  • 5/5 Sarah I. 1 year ago on Google
    A great store with knowledgeable and friendly staff. Ash was very helpful and accommodating in finding the right stone for my needs, and she went ahead and helped set the intention for me as well. Highly recommend this store for your gem and crystal purchases!

  • 5/5 gillian l. 2 years ago on Google
    went in the other day, customer service was amazing, one of the store clerks gave me a detailed tour of the store and helped me immensely, and answered all my questions. the prices were great, i honestly expected it to be more expensive lol but i found everything super affordable and incredible quality. i will definitely return again!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ In-store pick-up
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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