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A gorgeous strand of 47 Robin's Egg Blue with red,white and green flecks Fused Recycled Glass beads on string 20" long. These recycled beads were bought directly from the small factory, TK Beads 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. These beads are made by recycling previously used beads, Ghana's answer to Fimo Beads! The beads are melted together in a clay oven to make this beautiful mosaic of colors. Each bead is approx. 14 mm. The beads are handcrafted so will vary in size, colour and shape. -
A strand of 23 Robin's Egg Blue Recycled Glass beads strung on string 25". The beads have a smooth polished finish and are a 12 x 26" tubular 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. During this last Beads Hunt we made our regular stop there .... you can check out our blog by clicking here. -
A strand of opaque robin's egg blue (maybe just a bit lighter) Disk Recycled Glass beads on string 22" long. These are great spacer beads adding a lively accent. 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. -
Round Batik Bone Beads in various designs. Three designs to choose from: Evil Eye, White Zig Zag on brown Background and black stripe on white Background. They are on average 23 mm. These beads are handmade so vary in size, shape and colour. You will receive a bead similar to the ones in the photo. These beads were found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader in the Koforidua Market. No animal was killed to make these beads. In Africa everything is put to good use including bones! -
During 2016 Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These designed round beads were made especially for Funky Frog . The process these metal smiths are using is the same as their ancestors… back then it was gold now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! If you would like to see the intricate process check out the blog here … These Brass Beads are about 15mm in diameter. The hole is in the side of the bead so you will see the design on the flat part of the bead. $5/6beads -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These round brass beads were made especially for Funky Frog . The process these metal smiths are using is the same as their ancestors... back then it was gold now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! If you would like to see the intricate process check out the blog here ... These brass beads are about 13 mm and the hole is about 2-3mm. This is a mixture of three designs, two are cross hatches and the third is more solid with a circular design. You will get a mix like in the photo. $5/6 beads -
Fancy brass filigree round beads in three sizes: 15, 19mm + 22mm. These beads are handcrafted using recycled metal and have a brass colour. These beads are handmade so will vary. -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These round brass beads were made especially for Funky Frog . The process these metal smiths are using is the same as their ancestors... back then it was gold now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! If you would like to see the intricate process check out the blog here ... These brass beads are about 9 mm and the hole is about 2-3mm. This is a mixture of two designs, one is cross hatches and the third is solid with a line design. You will get a mix like in the photo. $6.50/12 beads -
6 medium sized Ebony Wood round beads with copper and brass inlay. Each strand includes 6 high-quality, handmade beads about 20 mm. Since they are handcrafted they will vary in size, shape and colour. These beads would make a unique addition to a special project. In the last image you can see the jumbo ebony beads that you can find here. -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog found these beautiful round Brass Pendants at Kokofrom Cooperative near Kumasi. There are 3 different designs to chose from. Each pendant is about 50 mm. $8/ pendant -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These round Turtle pendants were made especially for Funky Frog . This round Turtle is 36 mm including loop. The turtle as a symbol is found in many cultures. It is said when it comes to animal symbolism, the turtle is a great example of persistence, determination, endurance and much more. For example by its very design, the turtle is a survivor and a is a symbol of protection. Its long life is a symbol longevity and wisdom. Its slow and steady movement is a symbol of patience and determination. Its closeness to the ground links the turtle to the Earth. The Turtle makes for a wonderful Totem, a figure that can guide and help us. The process these metal smiths are using is the same as their ancestors... back then it was gold now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! If you would like to see the intricate process check out the blog here ... -
In the Workshop there are shelves of single beads in jars - looks like a Candy Shop! These Opaque Recycled Glass Bodoms are Royal Blue and about 22 x 25 mm. These beads are handcrafted using the methods of their ancestors so the beads will vary in size, colour and shape. These beads make a colourful focal point... $2/bead -
About 88 Contemporary Glass Chevron Beads were probably made in India and traded in Ghana W. Africa. Found some of these in the largest Bead Market in W. Africa and since they are very popular decided to get more in more colours and shapes! Each bead is about 9 mm. These beads are royal blue, white and touch of red. The beads vary in size, shape and colour. You will receive a strand in the image. -
5 rich royal blue large tube 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 colour and interest. $3 / 5 beads -
6 large, tubular Royal Blue Recycled Glass beads with brown speckles and a smooth, polished satiny finish. The bead is about 26 mm x 16 mm. These beads are handmade so there will be differences in colour and size among the beads. These beads are made by an innovative Bead Designer named Tet. It is always a pleasure to go and see what new designs he has come up with in his small cottage industry in the outskirts of Accra. $5/6 beads There are matching smaller Tubular Beads as seen in second last image here. -
A strand of opaque Royal Blue Recycled Glass Disk beads on string 22" long. 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. -
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A strand of about 52 royal blue Sandcast Recycled Glass Beads strung on string 24" long. The beads are around 12x9 mm. These recycled glass beads were handcrafted in Ghana, Africa by crushing old, discarded glass, adding colorant and then pouring the coloured powder into 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. -
6 small tubular Royal Blue Recycled Glass beads with brown speckles and a smooth, polished satiny finish. The bead is about 12 mm x 12 mm. These beads are handmade so there will be differences in colour and size among the beads. These beads are made by an innovative Bead Designer named Tet for Funky Frog. It is always a pleasure to go and see what new designs he has come up with in his small cottage industry in the outskirts of Accra. $3/6 beads There are large matching Tubular Recycled Glass beads as seen in 2nd last image here. -
6 Royal Blue with dark flecks Rectangular Recycled Glass Beads polished satiny smooth. These beads are about 22 x 15 x 8 mm. They are handcrafted so could vary in colour, shape and size. These beads were made especially for Funky Frog by an innovative Bead Designer, Tet outside Accra, Ghana. $3/6beads -
6 Royal Blue with white speckles Tubular Recycled Glass Beads. These beads are 11x12 mm and even though they are polish satiny smooth have an earthy look. There are two different blues shown in last image - this is the lighter royal blue. These beads were made for Funky Frog by Tet , an innovative bead designer. $3/6 beads -
A strand of 103 royal blue White Heart Beads about 7 mm strung on raffia 28" . Funky Frog found these in the stall of a favourite Trader in the Koforidua Market. -
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During 2016 Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. The process these metal smiths are using is the same as their ancestors... back then it was gold now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! If you would like to see the intricate process check out the blog here ... While there we browsed and some fun beads and pendants already made that we found beautiful caught our eye. This Star Pendant is part of that batch. The star has a jaunty air and is 1 3/4" x 1 1/4". The star as a symbol is 'guardianship' . And this star looks like it would take on anything! :) -
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These beads are one of a kind and the strand you see pictured here is the one you will receive. A strand of 131 mixed faceted Antique Russian Blue glass Beads strung on raffia 32" long. The beads vary in size and shape. These beads are a gorgeous cobolt blue which when light hits them comes alive. Because these beads are old and have been traded in history, expect imperfections such as chips, pitting and an occasional broken bead. -
A bicone Sandcast bead in a sand colour with white, black and red designs. Each bead is about 12x13 mm . The beads are handmade so will vary in size, shape and colour.
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