{"product_id":"painted-krobo-glass-tube-beads-sage-green-yellow-red","title":"Painted Krobo Glass Tube Beads | Sage Green Recycled Glass Tube Beads | Handmade in Ghana | 13–14×26–30mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePainted Krobo Glass Tube Beads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Harmony Meets Artisan Excellence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the colors of fresh foliage, sunlit landscapes, and handcrafted artistry, these Painted Krobo Glass Tube Beads bring a refined organic elegance to contemporary jewelry design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach elongated tube bead is handcrafted in Ghana from recycled glass and individually decorated with radiant golden yellow sunburst motifs accented by warm terracotta red centers. The soft sage green foundation creates a balanced and versatile palette that pairs beautifully with brass, wood, natural gemstones, leather, and recycled glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte finish, handcrafted proportions, and subtle artisan variations make every strand unique, offering designers authentic materials that celebrate sustainability and cultural craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurated by Aadampo African Beads, these tube beads preserve the living traditions of Krobo beadmaking while inspiring modern creative expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture • Connection • Creativity • Community\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e6. WHY DESIGNERS LOVE THESE BEADS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Authentic handcrafted Ghanaian artistry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Elegant elongated tube silhouette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sophisticated sage green designer palette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Individually hand-painted decorative motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Matte artisan finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sustainably produced from recycled glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ideal focal beads for luxury jewelry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Beautifully complements Ashanti brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Museum-quality handcrafted character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Every strand is naturally unique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e7. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBead Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePainted Krobo Glass Tube Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycled Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGhana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo Area, Eastern Ghana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBead Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 13–14mm × 26–30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHole Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 2–3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 10 beads per strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte Hand-Painted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSage Green, Golden Yellow, Terracotta Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycled Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatement \u0026amp; Focal Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e8. DESIGN FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGracefully handcrafted tube beads with softly rounded ends that provide elegant rhythm and visual movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally matte with subtle handcrafted surface variation that enhances artisan authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead is individually hand-painted using traditional Krobo decorative techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHole Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 2–3mm, suitable for leather, elastic, cotton, hemp, waxed cord, satin cord, and jewelry wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted entirely by Krobo artisans using generations-old recycled glass beadmaking traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandmade Variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery strand displays natural differences in shape, painted motifs, and finish, celebrating authentic artisan production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e9. DESIGN APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Statement Necklaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Luxury Bracelets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Designer Earrings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Statement Jewelry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Waist Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Home Décor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Textile Embellishment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Mixed Media Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Luxury Accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Museum \u0026amp; Gallery Collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e10. A CELEBRATION OF COLOR\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft sage green introduces a calming natural elegance that is beautifully energized by radiant golden yellow motifs and grounded by warm terracotta red accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting palette feels contemporary yet timeless, inspired by botanical landscapes, handcrafted ceramics, and African artisan traditions. It pairs effortlessly with muted brass, natural fibers, gemstones, and sustainable design materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e11. THE KROBO BEADMAKING TRADITION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor generations, Krobo artisans in Eastern Ghana have transformed recycled glass into remarkable handcrafted beads celebrated around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollected glass is cleaned, crushed into powder, placed into handcrafted clay molds, and fired using traditional techniques. After firing, artisans individually decorate each tube bead with hand-painted motifs that distinguish Painted Krobo Glass Tube Beads and showcase remarkable artistic skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sustainable process preserves cultural knowledge while supporting artisan communities and giving recycled materials new creative life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e12. WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne (1) strand of authentic Painted Krobo Glass Tube Beads including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Approximately 10 handmade tube beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Approximately 13–14mm × 26–30mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Approximately 2–3mm hole size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Handmade in Ghana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Crafted from recycled glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Carefully curated by Aadampo African Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e13. PAIRS BEAUTIFULLY WITH\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ashanti Brass Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Oversized Adinkra Pendants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Krobo Powder Glass Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• African Trade Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ashanti Glass Spacers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Matte Recycled Glass Rondelles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Designer Mixed Bead Collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e14. SUSTAINABILITY \u0026amp; ETHICAL SOURCING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads represent:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Recycled glass material reuse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Support for Ghanaian artisan communities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Preservation of Krobo beadmaking traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Responsible small-scale craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sustainable creative materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ethical sourcing rooted in cultural respect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e15. PRODUCT DISCLAIMER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature. Don’t Eat! 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