I'm Ele - the hands and heart behind Mia Beads. Originally from Italy, I moved to Australia in 2017 to study and travel, but life had other plans. In 2018 I met my now husband, and the South Coast of Sydney has well and truly become home.

Art has always been part of who I am. I studied Fine Arts in Milan, and I've always loved creating with my hands - turning little ideas into something beautiful and wearable. Mia Beads was born in 2022 out of that same joy, after months of experimenting with colours and beads and making pieces I personally loved to wear. It took a lot of convincing from my friends and husband to finally take the leap - and I'm so glad I did.

Every piece in this shop is handmade by me, with care and a little bit of Italian soul. When you shop with Mia Beads, you're supporting a small, independent business - and I promise every order is made with love.