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One of my favourite places in Ghana is the Kokofrom Cooperative. This is a tiny village with Artisans still practicing methods of making brass figures and brass beads in the Lost Wax Methond that their ancestors were doing for hundreds of years... This year Funky Frog put in a large order of pendants and beads ... and while we were there we came across some fun Curios ... a small metal box and lid with a tiny alligator .... 2 1/4" x 1" x 1/4" deep.... -
A beautiful elegant necklace with burgundy dyed leather and Kenya Batik Bone beads ... found in the Art Alliance Gallery in Accra, Ghana. So many beautiful things there i was delighted to be able to bring home something home from there!! -
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Brought back by popular demand! ... the young lady who modeled the necklace years ago is the daughter of the Trader, Ibrahim. He designed this necklace and i brought back several. The necklace sold out quite quickly and several people have requested one... so this 2024 Bead Hunt Ibrahim made several for me! This necklace is not for the faint of heart .. it needs a very strong personality! One pound of colourful African Beads!! The beads that make up the dangles are strung on raffia 6 1/2" long. Around the neck the vinyl beads and some glass beads are strung on strong fishing wire. There are 3 necklaces to choose from. This is for the woman who loves to make a statement! You will receive a necklace similar to one in the photos.. If you would like to see your necklace please contact us and we will send you photos. -
A beautiful very light weight African necklace with a distinct African Amber Vibe ... The necklace is about 17 1/2" long with resin beads and several metal beads... Funky Frog found this at the Koforidua Market stall of Garbe, a Trader with a very discerning taste ... a very long time trader who loves his beads and knows his stuff! -
One of my favourite places in Ghana is the Kokofrom Cooperative. This is a tiny village with Artisans still practicing methods of making brass figures and brass beads that their ancestors were doing for hundreds of years... This year Funky Frog put in a large order of pendants and beads ... and while we were there we came across some fun Curios ... This is a beautiful Candle Holder... It is standing on tiny feet and is 4 1/2" high and 3" across. -
One of my favourite places in Ghana is the Kokofrom Cooperative. This is a tiny village with Artisans still practicing methods of making brass figures and brass beads that their ancestors were doing for hundreds of years... This year Funky Frog put in a large order of pendants and beads ... and while we were there we came across some fun Curios ... This is a beautiful Candle Holder... It is standing on tiny feet and is 4 1/2" high and 3" across. -
A very powerful large Beetle Pendant hung on a leather necklace.The pendant was handmade in Burkino Faso which is well known for it metal art. The Pendant is 5.5 x 3.5" . A real statement necklace!! And one of a kind! -
A very large coiled Snake Pendant hung on a leather necklace.The pendant was handmade in Burkino Faso which is well known for it metal art. The Pendant is 4 1/2" and is three dimensional as the head stands out. A real statement necklace!! And one of a kind! -
A very funky large intricate Pendant hung on a leather necklace.The pendant was handmade in Burkino Faso which is well known for it metal art. The Pendant is 3x4". A real statement necklace!! And one of a kind! -
A very large two intertwined Snakes with a person astride them Pendant hung on a leather necklace.The pendant was handmade in Burkino Faso which is well known for it metal art. The Pendant is 5 3/4". A real statement necklace!! And one of a kind! -
A protective talisman Snake Pendant hung on a leather necklace.The pendant was handmade in Burkino Faso which is well known for it metal art. The Pendant is 4.5 x 5" . A real statement necklace!! And one of a kind! -
A protective shield Turtle Pendant hung on a leather necklace.The pendant was handmade in Burkino Faso which is well known for it metal art. The Pendant is 4 x 3.5" . A real statement necklace!! And one of a kind! -
Colourful African Necklace with vintage beads ... Mali Wedding Beads, African Amber Beads and the fun curved tubed beads ... found this in Ibriham's stall at the Koforidua Market .. he always has wonderful necklaces! -
Gorgeous One of a Kind African Brass Bracelet or Cuff fit for Royalty!! Handmade by master Metal Smiths in Accra, W. Africa. In Ghana jewelry is worn to show importance and wealth. The Chief of a village will wear several of these beautiful, massive bracelets!! This cuff or bracelet will add drama to anyone who dares wear it!! The opening is about 9" in diameter. -
Gorgeous One of a Kind African Brass Bracelet or Cuff fit for Royalty!! Handmade by master Metal Smiths in Accra, W. Africa. In Ghana jewelry is worn to show importance and wealth. The Chief of a village will wear several of these beautiful, massive bracelets!! This cuff or bracelet will add drama to anyone who dares wear it!! The opening is about 9 1/2" in diameter. -
This type of African mask is a Baule mask which is also known as a Goli mask. It is used in tribal dances during harvest festivals, in processions to honour distinguished visitors and at the funerals of important figures. The Baule are farmers who are part of the Akan people, which is one of the largest groups in West Africa. The circular face represents the life-giving force of the sun. This mask is a circle 9 ¾” diameter (with the 'handle' making it 12” in height) Made of wood which is carved and painted. -
One of my favourite places in Ghana is the Kokofrom Cooperative. This is a tiny village with Artisans still practicing methods of making brass figures and brass beads that their ancestors were doing for hundreds of years... This year Funky Frog put in a large order of pendants and beads ... and while we were there we came across some fun Curios ... These are delightful handles have an imprint of a turtle on the round knob which is 1 1/2" across.... There are four handles. -
A very Royal Large Amulet Necklace made by master Metal Smiths in Accra, W. Ghana. Will add drama to anyone daring enough to wear it .... The Amulet is 7 1/2" across and about 5 1/4" high. -
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Cowrie Shells are beautiful and summery! This cowrie shells necklace is ethereal! A real statement piece for that woman who dares! Funky Frog met such a woman working in Ghana ... she was Australian and would wear a necklace like this as everyday wear ... she looked fabulous!! This is for someone like her! The necklace hangs down 11". I have about a 14" neck and it fits snug. It felt better for me with a beautiful sea shell coloured silk ribbon tied just a bit looser ... this silk ribbon makes it a one size fits all....Cowrie Shells have had great significance to humanity over the years. They were made into jewelry and hair ornaments, used in religious rituals and as protective amulets and up until the late 19th century they were even used as money! They are also a sign of femininity and fertility with women wearing them not only to help them conceive but to help them give birth safely. They bring good luck to the wearer and protect their spirit. And they are just beautiful!
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These gorgeous G-lish baskets are colourful and unique .... each one completely one-of-a-kind. Your Mini G-lish basket will be the same style depicted in the photo. These baskets are handwoven so will vary in size, shape and colour. Each and every basket is unique.. especially the small ones!! The image of the three baskets gives you an idea of the size differential. However please note the baskets vary quite a bit as these are definitely handmade in a small quantity. In the image the Mini G-lish is 11x13" the Shopper G-lish is 16x17" and the Long Handled G-lish is 16x21" to give you an idea of sizing. Please note if you live in Montreal please contact us for curbside pickup. Or if you would like it mailed also please contact us to make arrangements as Funky Frog's postage will not cover this. Also if you would like to see this basket in person pop into Boutique Sisi on Victoria Ave in Westmount .... there is only one left of the mini g-lish Baskets and it is here What does the basket have to say for itself?? “As a Recycled Bolga Basket from Africa, I should mention that I’m created from ‘pure water’ plastic bags and scrap cloth. I was waste, once, but I’m rather striking, don’t you think?? I make a wonderful companion for shopping trips and, for someone special, a unique gift that keeps giving." We do have other G-lish Baskets in stock so if you would like more than one please contact us! If you would like to read more about this innovative basket please read the blog .... A basket full of good things !!! A sustainable living for many basket weavers, education for their children, a way to recycle and reuse ... -
This type of African mask is a Baule mask which is also known as a Goli mask. It is used in tribal dances during harvest festivals, in processions to honour distinguished visitors and at the funerals of important figures. The Baule are farmers who are part of the Akan people, which is one of the largest groups in West Africa. The circular face represents the life-giving force of the sun and the horns symbolize the great power of the buffalo. This Mask # 4 is a circle 12” diameter (with 'horns' making it 20” height). It is made of hard wood, carved and painted. -
This type of African mask is a Baule mask which is also known as a Goli mask. It is used in tribal dances during harvest festivals, in processions to honour distinguished visitors and at the funerals of important figures. The Baule are farmers who are part of the Akan people, which is one of the largest groups in West Africa. The circular face represents the life-giving force of the sun. This Mask # 3 is a circle 15” in diameter (with handle it is 17” in height) -
These gorgeous G-lish baskets are colourful and unique .... each one completely one-of-a-kind. Your basket will be the same style as the one depicted in the photo. These baskets are handwoven so will vary in size, shape and colour. Each and every basket is unique ... The image of the three baskets gives you an idea of the size differential. However please note the baskets vary quite a bit as these are definitely handmade in a small quantity. In the image the Mini G-lish is 11x13" the Shopper G-lish is 16x17" and the Long Handled G-lish is 16x21" to give you an idea of sizing. Please note if you are in Montreal we could arrange a curbside pickup just contact us. If you are interested in getting the basket mailed to you please contact us as we will need to make arrangements as Funky Frog's postage is not enough. Also if you would like to see them in person pop into Boutique Sisi on Victoria Ave in Westmount .... there will be a few of these baskets while available in stock there! What does the basket have to say for itself?? “As a Recycled Bolga Basket from Africa, I should mention that I’m created from over 270 ‘pure water’ plastic bags, and 2 yards of scrap cloth. I was waste, once, but I’m rather striking, don’t you think?? I make a wonderful companion for shopping trips and, for someone special, a unique gift that keeps giving." If you would like to read more about this innovative basket please read the blog .... A basket full of good things !!! A sustainable living for many basket weavers, education for their children, a way to recycle and reuse ... -
These gorgeous G-lish baskets are colourful and unique .... each one completely one-of-a-kind. Your basket will be the same style as the one depicted in the photo. These baskets are handwoven so will vary in size, shape and colour. Each and every basket is unique.. The image of the three baskets gives you an idea of the size differential. However please note the baskets vary quite a bit as these are definitely handmade in a small quantity. In the image the Mini G-lish is 11x13" the Shopper G-lish is 16x17" and the Long Handled G-lish is 16x21" to give you an idea of sizing. Please note if you live in Montreal please contact us for curbside pickup. Or if you would like it mailed also please contact us to make arrangements as Funky Frog's postage will not cover this. Also if you would like to see them in person pop into Boutique Sisi on Victoria Ave in Westmount .... there will be a few of these baskets while available in stock there! What does the basket have to say for itself?? “As a Recycled Bolga Basket from Africa, I should mention that I’m created from over 270 ‘pure water’ plastic bags, and 2 yards of scrap cloth. I was waste, once, but I’m rather striking, don’t you think?? I make a wonderful companion for shopping trips and, for someone special, a unique gift that keeps giving." We do have other G-lish Baskets in stock so if you would like more than one please contact us! If you would like to read more about this innovative basket please read the blog .... A basket full of good things !!! A sustainable living for many basket weavers, education for their children, a way to recycle and reuse ...
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