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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. You will receive strands similar to the photos. -
5 beautiful old 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. -
2 sizes of a gorgeous old clay disk bead with a carved circle designs that are brushed with a brick colour...The large disk is about 32 x 17 mm and the medium one is about 29 x 11 mm ... i just love this bead! This is one of those beads that would look so great just as a handful in a bowl... Please note that these beads were handmade so each bead varies. You will receive a bead that is similar to the ones in the photo. My affection for these beads grew when I heard that these 'Spindles' 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 strand of 5 gorgeous old Clay Spindle beads from Mali strung on cord. These beads have a variety of geometric designs. The beads range from 23 mm in diameter. They are very special beads. You will receive a strand similar to one in the photos.. If you would like a specific strand don't hesitate to contact us.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 they are made from Africa's earth.
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A small 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. -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These 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 20 mm in diameter and 10 mm thick. These beads have a 'little brother' which you can check out here ... $2/ bead -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These beautiful 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 28 mm x 20 mm. $3/ bead -
During 2016 Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These chunky bicone 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 16mm x 11 mm. $12/6beads -
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 -
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During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These little square 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 12 mm square. $6/6beads -
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During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These thick disk like 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 12 mm in diameter. The hole is on the flat side of the beads, so this bead acts as a thick spacer bead and you can see the design which looks like a lot of thin beads!! Very Pretty... $6/6beads -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These thick disk like 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 15 mm in diameter x9 mm. The hole is on the flat side of the beads, so this bead acts as a thick spacer bead and you can see the cross hatch design.... These beads have a 'big brother' you can check them out here.... $6/6beads -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These tiny boule 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 boule beads are tiny at about 16mm x 8mm. $8/6 beads -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These designed brass tubes 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 ... The brass tube beads are 20mm x 5mm. $3/bead -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These designed brass tubes 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 ... The brass tube beads are 20mm x 5mm. $2/bead -
During a Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These 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 17mmx15mm. $7.50/6 beads -
During 2016 Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These 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 13mmx8mm. $5/6 beads -
3 Tubular Brass Beads with an imprinted design about 11x22 mm. The brass colour is quite bright but not brassy. These beads are handmade so will vary in shape, colour and size. The beads were found in the Bead Market in Kumasi, Ghana. $4/ 3 beads -
Filligree Brass Beads made by modern metal smiths who are using an ancient method their ancestors used... then it was gold .. now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! These filligree Beads are football shaped, 35mm x 22mm and beautifully made. $3/bead -
Filligree Brass Beads made by modern metal smiths who are using an ancient method their ancestors used... then it was gold .. now it is any metal they can get their hands on!! These filligree Beads are football shaped, are 32mm x 22 mm and are beautifully made. $3/ bead -
During 2016 Bead Hunt Funky Frog made a big order from the Kokofrom Cooperative outside Kumasi. These chunky 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 11mm x 10 mm. $10/6beads -
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 ... These Brass Elbow Beads were made especially for Funky Frog. They are quite an unusual shape ... i saw one among all the beads and asked to have some made as a trial. Looking forward to incorporating them into my jewelry!! They are about 29" x 21" . -
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 -
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
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