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A strand of 38 Batik Bone Beads from Kenya strung on raffia 23" long. The Batik Bone beads have a bold geometric design that will give any necklace a beautiful tribal quality. These particular beads are spotted and reminiscent of a cow... Each bead is approx. 22 mm x 14 mm. These beads are handmade so will have variations in colour, design and size. -
A strand of 41 Batik Bone Beads from Kenya strung on raffia 25" long. These beads have a bold geometric design and shape that will give any necklace an eye catching tribal feel. Each bead is approx. 20 mm x 14 mm. These beads are handmade so will have variations in colour, design and size. -
A strand of 50 Batik Bone Beads from Kenya strung on raffia 23" long. These beads have a bold geometric design that will give any necklace an eye catching tribal feel. Each bead is approx. 12 mm x 11 mm. These beads are handmade so will have variations in colour, design and size. -
A gorgeous strand of 47 vintage African 'Amber' copol beads strung on string 44" long. There is a medley of warm colours and shapes that would make a striking necklace just as it is! -
A strand of assorted Chevron Beads on string 34" long. The beads vary in size, colour and shape. ' Venetian chevron beads have been traded throughout the world, most heavily in West Africa, where they were first introduced by Dutch merchants in the late 15th century. ' (wikipedia) You will receive a strand similar to the ones in the photo. .55/bead ... if you would like only several beads please contact us ... -
A strand of about 27 tube shaped Recycled Glass Beads on string 24" long. There is a range of colours, textures, colours and shapes! You will receive a strand similar to the one in the photo with some variations. Ghana is famous for these recycled beads made from recycled glass bottles. These recycled beads were bought directly from the small factory in Accra, Ghana where the artisans hand make the beads in the labor intensive method of their ancestors from crushing glass to baking the final product in wood ovens. Please note the strand you will receive will be similar to the strand in the photo. There will be variations as the strand is hand strung and handmade. -
A strand of 91 Sandcast Recycled Glass Beads strung on raffia 36" long. The beads are around 8 mm and are a mix of colours; green, white and black. These recycled glass beads were handcrafted in Ghana, Africa by crushing old, discarded glass,, adding colorant and then pouring the powder into clay molds. The stem of a local plant is added, this burns away during firing, leaving a hole for stringing. The beads are fired in a woodburning earthen oven. Ghana is famous for this type of bead. -
A strand of 45 Sandcast Recycled Glass Beads strung on raffia 30" long. The beads are around 11-14x11 mm and are a mix of colours; blue, yellow, brown and white. These recycled glass beads were handcrafted in Ghana, Africa by crushing old, discarded glass,, adding colorant and then pouring the powder into clay molds. The stem of a local plant is added, this burns away during firing, leaving a hole for stringing. The beads are fired in a woodburning earthen oven. Ghana is famous for this type of bead. -
A strand of 49 blue and white rectangular Sandcast Beads on raffia 28" long. The beads are about 11x8 mm and are soft blue and white with a rock like texture. These recycled glass beads were handcrafted in Ghana, Africa by crushing old, discarded glass, adding colorant and then pouring the powder into clay molds. The stem of a local plant is added, this burns away during firing, leaving a hole for stringing. The beads are fired in a wood burning earthen oven. Ghana is famous for this type of bead. -
A strand of 48 blue, brown and white rectangular Sandcast Beads on raffia 28" long. The beads are about 12x7 mm and are soft blue, brown and white layers with a rock like texture. These recycled glass beads were handcrafted in Ghana, Africa by crushing old, discarded glass, adding colorant and then pouring the powder into clay molds. The stem of a local plant is added, this burns away during firing, leaving a hole for stringing. The beads are fired in a wood burning earthen oven. Ghana is famous for this type of bead. -
5 white Tubular Recycled Glass Beads with a velvety polished finish. These beads vary in size as they are handmade. Each bead is around 22 mm x 9 mm. Funky Frog acquired these beads directly from the small factory in Accra which hand makes these beads. These beads make great accents adding interest and colour for any project. $3 / 5 beads -
5 small tubular recycled glass beads with a smooth stone like finish. There are 4 colours to choose from: chocolate brown, sunflower yellow, royal blue and a soft white. These beads vary in size as they are handmade. Each bead is around 17 mm long by 7 mm wide. Funky Frog acquired these beads directly from the small factory in Accra which hand makes them. -
A strand of about 35 hand painted Recycled Glass Beads strung on string 29" long. These beads are white with green, red and brown designs. They are handmade so will vary in size and colours. Each bead is rectangular and approx. 10x18 mm. These beads were found in the market and are unusual. -
Hearts made of recycled glass beads! There are a mixture of colours available as you can see in the image ... There is yellow, orange, red, blue, white and green . The heart is about 45x38 mm. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 23" long. The glass beads are about 6-9 mm in diameter. These are great spacer beads. An assortment of colours and sizes. You will receive the strand shown. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 22" long. The glass beads are about 6-12 mm in diameter. These are great spacer beads. You will receive the strand displayed. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of about 26 Batik Bone Beads in a large barrel shape from Kenya strung on raffia 28" long. The Batik Bone beads are a very striking and will add a tribal feel to your creations. Each bead is approx. 22 mm x 25 mm. These beads are handmade so will have variations in colour, design and size. If you are interested in just several beads please contact us. $2.00/beads -
6 soft white Recycled Glass beads. The beads have a smooth polished finish and are about 9 x 20 tubular shape. These beads are handmade so will vary in size, colour and shape. These beads are designed by an innovative designer (seen adding up my beads in photo!) who has a cottage industry making beads by hand just outside Accra. It is always a pleasure to go and check out what he has made. Check out the blog about our visit here ... -
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One bracelet sized strand of about 20 hand painted Recycled Glass Beads which are strung on string. The beads are about 11x14 mm and have a tribal design with black, red, yellow and white. These recycled glass beads were handcrafted in Ghana, Africa by crushing old, discarded glass, adding colorant and then pouring the powder into clay molds. The stem of a local plant is added, this burns away during firing, leaving a hole for stringing. The beads are fired in a wood burning earthen oven. The beads are then hand painted and then refired. If you would like to read more about this and see photos please check out the blog: Recycled Glass Beads ... Ghana is famous for this type of bead. -
A gorgeous strand of lots of old Trade Beads strung on string 36" long. This mix of Venetian Beads range from tiny - 5 mm to 12 mm. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
Colourful strand of 29 fancy Indian Glass Beads that traveled all the way from India to West African Bead Market and then brought to Canada by Funky Frog – jet set beads! The beads are about 10x24 mm. -
Square recycled glass bead. These beads are bought directly from the Bead Designer/Artisan near Accra. His beads have a very contemporary and modern look. These beads are 25 mm square and are black with white speckles or solid black. Two square beads to choose from. Several clients have shopped exclusively for black and white beads hence this 'collection' was born. There is a whole drawer full of Black and White Goodness now on line! $ .75/ bead -
A strand of 6 football shaped recycled glass beads. These beads are bought directly from the Bead Designer/Artisan. His beads have a very contemporary and modern look. These beads are 15 mm and are black with white designs. Several clients have shopped exclusively for black and white beads hence this 'collection' was born. There is a whole drawerful of Black and White Goodness now on line! $6 /6 beads -
A strand of about 35 two dots and zig zag square Batik Bone Beads from Kenya strung on raffia 31" long. These beads have a bold geometric design and shape that will give any necklace an eye catching tribal feel. Each bead is approx. 20x20 mm. These beads are handmade so will have variations in colour, design and size. If you would like individual beads please contact us. $1.00/bead
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