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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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A strand of 31 old bohemian oval red Tomato glass beads strung on string about 22" long. The beads are handcrafted so vary in size, colour and shape. The average size is about 10 x 12 mm. -
A strand of 23 vintage red Tomato Beads with one small blue, one small yellow, one small orange and a large orange bead. You will receive the strand shown in image. These beads show they have traveled continents! Please contact us if you would like a specific strand. These beads were found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a trader in the Koforidua Beads Market. -
A colourful strand of 100 Mali Wedding Beads strung on fishing wire 27" long. Like many African Trade Beads, these multicolored, tear shaped, glass beads were originally made in what was then known as Czechoslovakia and later traded to Africa. In Mali it is a tradition to present these beads to the bride on her wedding day. You will receive a strand similar to the one in the photo. -
A gorgeous strand of 40 African Amber beads strung on raffia 36" long. Each bead is around 21x14 mm. These ovular beads are a warm honey amber. If you would be interested in buying these one or 6 of these beads please contact us. Each bead is $3 or $15/6 beads (the sixth bead is 'free') -
A gorgeous strand of 60 African Amber beads strung on string 38" long. Each bead is 15 mm. These beads are a warm dark butterscotch amber and when you wear them they take on your warmth. So they are warm to look at and to touch! If you are interested in just buying a couple of these beads for your gorgeous necklace just contact us. Each bead is $2.50. -
Please note: These gorgeous one of a kind hats are available at Pure Art at 132 Chemin de l'Anse in Vaudreuil-Dorion. Or contact us and we will make arrangements with you. Due to high postage rates this basket is not available to post unless arrangements are made. We can arrange pick up or delivery in Montreal. A gorgeous Baba Tree Hat handmade from all natural materials and woven in Bolga by Baba Tree's incredible artisan weavers, this unique African Hat is practical and fashionable. The weaving is very fine and delicate. The hat has a cotton headband sewn in on the inside of the crown for greater comfort. There are 3 styles of Baba Tree Hats ... the two shown here and a wide Brimmed Hat you can see here at Baba Tree. These hats are a trial run to see if there is any interest. If anyone would like to carry this gorgeous handcrafted Fairtrade hat or people show an interest it would be my pleasure to import more from the incredible Baba Tree Community. Contact us for any information. Contact us if you would like a hat to let us know which style you would like. -
A gorgeous strand of colourful Mali Wedding Beads in a rainbow of colours .. the strand is approximately 26" long and the little beads are about 10 mm. These would make a statement necklace as is or broken up the beads would add pizzazz to any project. -
A gorgeous piece of Mudcloth found in Bolgatanga, Ghana. The Trader told me the mudcloth was handmade in Mali probably the Western Sahara region. The term “mudcloth” is loosely translated from Bambara, the language spoken in Mali. “Bògòlanfini” as it is called in Bambara, combines three root words: “bogo” meaning earth or mud, “lan” meaning ‘with’, and “fini” meaning cloth. The handmade Malian cloth dyed using fermented mud, giving it its name-sake. The tradition dates back to the 12th century. This piece of Mudcloth is made in the traditional way with 7 strips sewn together and measures 64"x44" . There are two alternating patterns as shown in last image. One pattern with circles is light brown and white. The other pattern with zigzags is dark brown and white. This cloth is hand made so will have some imperfections and colour variations which adds to its charm. -
52 gorgeous Moroccan Amber Beads measuring about 20-25 mm. These Amber coloured beads are traded directly from a Trader in Ghana. -
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A strand of jumbo Horn Beads from Togo. Beads measure approximately from the smallest 13 mm to the largest 31 mm. You will receive 37 beads on a 36" strand. These beads were traded and imported directly from a trader in Africa. The Trader called these beads African Amber Beads. -
Drama and beauty combined in this Funky Frog Necklace ... European glass beads traded in Africa and worn by African women as a display of wealth. The red beads are vintage Tomato Beads and the black beads are vintage European Beads. Old Trade Beads creating a very contemporary look! The necklace is strung on beading wire 24" long and has a copper handmade hook closure. -
Letting the inner Bohemian out to play! A gorgeous green Gypsy necklace with a large Moroccan Pendant surrounded by green agate beads, old Trade Beads and vintage Vaseline Beads ... 3 Kuchi charms add to the festive feel... Funky Frog loves to mix metals so the silver and brass will often compliment each other like in this necklace. Green Gypsy Necklace is strung on beading wire with a fancy lobster clasp and is about 21" long with the Pendant adding 3". Please note: This necklace can be seen at Boutique Sisi on Victoria Ave under the pink awning in Westmount, Quebec. Silvia is my beloved patron and sells so many of my jewels!!! She lets me know right away when a necklace has been sold!! But just in case wires get crossed please understand if this necklace has found another home!!! This necklace is one of kind and can't be replicated. -
Gorgeous Funky Frog Necklace featuring very special African Amber Beads and accent small brown Bone Beads. I found these gorgeous beads in the Koforidua Market in Ghana, W. Africa. Back at the hotel I got to talking to another guest who i found out was a specialist of trees and he told me these beads looked like tree resin. African Beads are made of all kinds of material but these were the first tree resin African Amber Beads i have found and the only!! A gorgeous natural look! The necklace is strung on beading wire 19-20" long with a brass lobster closure. -
A gorgeous Traditional Smock .... with a modern twist! Hand made with hand stiching with beautiful Ghanaian batik fabric in patchwork pattern. Funky Frog is selling this traditional Smock for a favourite Trader, Ibrahim. All money will go directly to him. He asks $200 US for this magnificent piece of art. "The African Fugu Batakari jacket or smock is perhaps the most distinctive traditional garment from West Africa. Although this type of smock is most popular in Northern Ghana, it has gained acceptance and significance throughout the nation. The Fugu was introduced in Ghana by the Moshies from Burkino Faso and by the Hausas from northern Nigeria, both of whom migrated into Northern Ghana. The name Fugu comes from the Moshie word for cloth. The Dagombas call the garment Bingba, and in the south they call it Batakari. These smocks represent a powerful heritage." -
A gorgeous strand of 64 African 'Amber' beads strung on raffia 32" long. Each bead is 10x12 mm. These beads are a warm forest green amber and when you wear them they take on your warmth. So they are warm to look at and to touch! If you are interested in just buying a couple of these beads for your gorgeous necklace just contact us. Each bead is $2.50. -
A gorgeous strand of 45 vintage African 'Amber' beads strung on raffia 44" long. There is a medley of warm colours and shapes that would make a striking necklace just as it is! -
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! -
These beads are one of a kind and the strand you see pictured here is the one you will receive. A strand of about 250 gorgeous vintage Blue Glass Dogon Donut Beads strung on raffia 36" long. 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. They are handmade so each bead will vary in size, shape and colour. -
A gorgeous strand of 46 vintage African 'Amber' copol beads strung on raffia 42" long. There is a medley of warm colours and shapes that would make a striking necklace just as it is! -
A gorgeous strand of 45 vintage African 'Amber' copol beads strung on raffia 42" long. There is a medley of warm colours and shapes that would make a striking necklace just as it is! -
A gorgeous strand of 43 African Amber Copol Beadsbeads strung on string. The beads are a variety of vibrant colours and shapes and would make a striking necklace just as it!! -
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A strand of 44 graduated African Amber Beads strung on string 32" long. The largest bead is 29x15 mm and the smallest is 18x13 mm. This is definitely a collector's item or broken up add interest to a special project. -
A gorgeous piece of Mudcloth found in Bolgatanga, Ghana. The Trader told me the mudcloth was handmade in Mali probably the Western Sahara region. The term “mudcloth” is loosely translated from Bambara, the language spoken in Mali. “Bògòlanfini” as it is called in Bambara, combines three root words: “bogo” meaning earth or mud, “lan” meaning ‘with’, and “fini” meaning cloth. The handmade Malian cloth dyed using fermented mud, giving it its name-sake. The tradition dates back to the 12th century. This piece of Mudcloth is made in the traditional way with 12 strips sewn together and measures 88"x60" . The dark brown with white designs pattern shown in image is repeated throughout. This cloth is hand made so will have some imperfections and colour variations which adds to its charm.
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