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  • Mali Wedding Beads Mali Wedding Beads
    A gorgeous strand of about about 80 colourful Vintage large Mali Wedding Beads ... the beads are about 23 mm. These beads are collectible and gorgeous! They will show their age with some chips and weathering which only adds to their beauty. "Mali Wedding beads are hand-made, and are presented to brides on their wedding days. They were made in what was once known as Czechoslovakia, for trade in Africa. Mali Wedding beads are worn throughout West Africa, specifically in Mali. These trade beads are multicolored and come in different shapes and sizes."
  • Mali Wedding Beads Mali Wedding Beads
    A gorgeous strand of about 24 colourful new large Mali Wedding Beads ... the beads are about 21 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project!
  • Mali Wedding Beads Mali Wedding Beads
    A gorgeous strand of about 24 colourful with white stripes mini Mali Wedding Beads.. blue, green, red, white, grey and yellow ... the little beads are about 14-16 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project!
  • Mali Wedding Beads Mali Wedding Beads
    A gorgeous strand of about 24 bright yellow with white stripes mini Mali Wedding Beads ... the little beads are about 15 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project!
  • Mali Wedding Beads Mali Wedding Beads
    A gorgeous strand of about 24 green with white stripes mini Mali Wedding Beads ... the little beads are about 18 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project!
  • Mali Wedding Beads
    A gorgeous strand of about 145 colourful mini Mali Wedding Beads in a variety of colours, yellow, sky blue, white, reddish brown and green with white or black swirls .. the strand is approximately 26" long and the little beads are about 14 mm. These would make a statement necklace as is or broken up the beads would add pizzazz to any project.
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    Turquoise Disk Beads Turquoise Disk Beads
    A strand of  Turquoise disk beads traded in Ghana, W. Africa. Found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader. Each strand is about 32" and the beads are about 1x6 mm strung on string. The beads are handmade so will vary in size, shape and colour. After some research it seems these beads are probably Howlite a stone or gem in and of itself but also well known for its ability to be dyed and look like other stones/gems. Howlite is a stone of patience and perspective, for those who feel they need to slow it down, absorb, and clear the constant stream of chatter from the mind, it's a crystal that marries you to a more mindful way of life.  So not 'real' turquoise' but still a treasure!
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    Turquoise Beads Turquoise Beads
    40 Turquoise faceted beads traded in Ghana, W. Africa. Found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader. Each bead is about 8x17 mm. The beads are strung on string about 34" long. After some research it seems these beads are probably Howlite a stone or gem in and of itself but also well known for its ability to be dyed and look like other stones/gems. Howlite is a stone of patience and perspective, for those who feel they need to slow it down, absorb, and clear the constant stream of chatter from the mind, it's a crystal that marries you to a more mindful way of life.  So not 'real' turquoise' but still a treasure!
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    11 strands of varying colours tiny Vintage Glass Masai Beads strung on raffia about 28" long. The colours, shapes and patterns vary in the groups of strands but will be similar to the ones in the photos.These beads are delicate and colourful!
  • African Shell Beads African Shell Beads
    About 82 beatiful African shell beads ranging from an off white to a honey colour. These shell beads are graduated going from small about 6 mm to large about 16 mm. They are strung on string 33 inches long.  These Shell beads will add an ethereal quality to your beadwork!
  • Mali Clay Beads Mali Clay Beads

    27 mm Mali Clay Beads

    $3.00$65.00
    Clay bicone beads from Mali  with a white geometric design and a rough earthy finish. The beads range from 27 mm. These beads are handmade and therefore each string or bead  is slightly different from the others with a variation in the geometric design. A strand of 21 Mali Clay Beads strung on string / $65 One Mali Clay Bead / $ 3.00
  • African Green Agate Beads African Green Agate Beads
    A strand of African Agate Beads strung on fishing wire about 26" long. The beads are a variation of rich verdant green. There are 4 varying strands and they are numbered in the second image. You will receive the strand shown in the photos.
  • Soft Grey Granite Beads Soft Grey Granite Beads
    11 round disk shaped old Soft Granite Stone Beads from Mali handcrafted in the ancient methods. These unusual beads were bought in the Koforidua Beads Market in Ghana, W. Africa. They range from 15 to 28 mm. You will receive a grouping of 11 beads similar to the groupings the second image. These beads are a soft Cement Grey with a rough earthy feel and look.
  • A strand of 50 gorgeous warm orange Carnelian Agate Beads found in the Koforidua Market in Ghana. The beads are well matched with the average size being 22x11 mm. The beads are strung on plastic string 42" long. The colour varies from a dark burnt orange to a light orange ... very Autumn. You will receive a strand similar to the photo. Carnelian has a lovely story ... read the blog to find out what i pieced together researching this intriguing stone .. to read more check out the blog 'Wow! Carnelian is...'
  • Delicate pinky white Seashell disks or Heishi Beads strung on string 16"long. The disks vary from 8 to 10 mm depending on the strand. If you would like a specific size please contact us otherwise you will receive a strand similar to the ones in the photo. These Shell beads will add an ethereal quality to your beadwork!
  • Back in stock! Large delicate white Seashell disks  Beads strung on cord  about 3 1/2"long. The disks are about 23 mm.  You will receive a strand similar to the ones in the photo. These Shell beads will add an ethereal quality to your beadwork!
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    Delicate pinky white Seashell  Beads. The shells vary but are around 10x15mm depending on the strand.  These delicate Sea Shell beads will add an ethereal quality to your beadwork! about 30/$12
  • 20 White Cowrie Shell  Beads. The shells vary in size from small to large. These are natural cowrie shells that have been cleaned. Hidir, a favourite Trader at the Koforidua Market found these for me to replenish Funky Frog's supply. $6/20 shells
  • 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.
  • Mali Clay Beads Mali Clay Beads
    A gorgeous barrel shaped bead 21 x 28 mm with a carved design that is brushed with a brick colour...  Would make a beautiful pendant!  Please note that these beads were handmade so each bead varies. You will receive one that is similar to the ones in the photo. If you get six beads the sixth one is free ! (so in actual fact only order five and i will put in the free one :) My affection for these beads grew when I heard that these 'Spindles' actually evolved into the beads they are today because of our avid collectioner's heart (all Beaders have one of those!) Originally these Spindles were actually made to spin cotton but then people started collecting them because they were so beautiful. They became rare .. so some enterprising people started making new ones but more as the beads they are today... They are so beautiful and evoke the country, Africa just by handling them and by the fact they are made of Africa's earth.  
  • A round disk shaped  Clay Bead from Mali with engraved designs dusted with white 20 mm in diameter x 11 mm thick. These beads were bought in the Koforidua Beads Market in Ghana, W. Africa.
  • Mali Clay Beads Mali Clay Beads
    5 beautiful  Clay Spindle beads from Mali strung on hemp. These beads have a beautiful geometric design and a rough earthy look. The beads are about 15 mm in diameter.
  • Mali Clay Beads Mali Clay Beads
    Two strands of tiny delicate clay beads from Mali strung on rafia about 34" long. The beads are a uniform terracotta colour. These were bought directly from a Bead Trader in Ghana, W. Africa. There are two slight variations in the strands: 2nd image is Mini-1 and 3rd image is Mini-2. You will receive one of those pairs. If you have a preference please contact us.
  • Mali Clay Beads Mali Clay Beads
    A beautiful strand of 6 dark grey with white designs Clay Spindle beads from Mali strung on raffia. These beads have a smooth polished feel with dramatic geometric designs. The beads are 30 mm in diameter. The beads are handmade and will vary in shape, patterns and colour. The string you receive will be similar to the one in the photo. My affection for these beads dates back to when I first heard that these 'Spindles' actually evolved into the beads they are today because of our avid collectioner's heart (all Beaders have one of those!) Originally these Spindles were actually made to spin cotton but then people started collecting them because they were so beautiful. They became rare .. so some enterprising people started making new ones but more as the beads they are today... They are so beautiful and evoke the country, Africa just by handling them and by the fact that they are made from Africa's earth.

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