Beads with Boldness. A Cup of Ghanaian Heritage.
The African Krobo Recycled Glass Beads – 1 Cup Bead Mix (SKU: ABM217) brings together 160+ handcrafted beads in a vibrant palette of colors, textures, and patterns. Created using traditional Krobo bead-making techniques in Ghana, each bead is fired from recycled glass, painted by hand, and packed with heritage-rich symbolism.
This mix features bold primary colors, earth tones, tribal motifs, and modern Afro-boho styles, making it ideal for jewelry designers, crafters, and creatives who want authentic, eco-conscious materials that tell a story.
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📦 Product Details
SKU: ABM217
Contents: 1 cup (approx. 160 beads)
Weight: 1lb
Material: Recycled glass + natural pigments
Color Palette: Red, yellow, white, indigo, forest green, coral, amber
Bead Styles: Tubes, discs, tribal cylinders, rough cuts, hand-painted forms
Finish: Matte, textured, glossy, translucent
Origin: Ghana
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🎯 Perfect For
Jewelry designers looking for rare, meaningful materials
Afro-boho and tribal-style accessory makers
DIY crafters and cultural creatives
Gift box curators and heritage-based brands
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🌍 Why Designers Choose This Mix
♻️ 100% recycled materials → eco-conscious supply
✋ Handcrafted in Ghana by skilled Krobo artisans
🔥 Kiln-fired and hand-painted for true uniqueness
💬 Every bead is a micro-story of culture and sustainability
🎁 Beautifully packed and perfect for gifts or resell kits
Approximately 4–30mm
160 and weighs about 1 lb
2mm - 2.5mm
Recycled glass
Multicolored, Brown, Brown
1 strand (Approximately 14 beads
Ghana
One band Krobo recycled glass beads, designed to work beautifully in your projects.
Each bead is handcrafted using traditional methods by artisans in Ghana. As a result, natural variations in size, color, shape, surface texture, and finish are expected and are a defining feature of authentic handmade African beads.
These variations are not defects and reflect the individuality, craftsmanship, and cultural integrity of each piece.
By choosing this bead combo, you’re not only adding a touch of African artistry to your creations but also supporting sustainable craftsmanship that honors traditional methods and eco-conscious practices whilst celebrating cultural diversity.
Incorporate these Handcrafted African Glass Beads into your projects and enjoy the rich, cultural resonance they bring. Whether you’re designing jewelry, decorating your home, or creating unique accessories, these beads with large holes will add a touch of authenticity and beauty to your work.
Order now and bring a piece of Ghanaian heritage into your designs. Your creations deserve the unique, artisanal quality that only these handcrafted beads can offer.
“No two mixes are identical… images are representative…
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