I can't find them in my local craft store so I have to buy them online. Who do you recommend? What colors do you start with? I don't want to spend a fortune to try them out but I want gold and silver at the very least.

Thanks for your help!

sugarcraft has them, and most other suppliers do to. I would start with gold, silver and a white pearl. I use white the most.

I like country kitchen. They have low shipping charges and their web-site is easy to navigate.

Thanks for the tip. I just went and spent $40. Won't my hubby be happy.