{"product_id":"recycled-glass-long-tube-beads-mustard-green","title":"African Glass Beads – Painted Krobo Long Tubes, Mustard \u0026 Green Handmade Beads","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSlim green and charcoal lines run across warm mustard Krobo glass tubes, creating a restrained graphic option for statement jewelry and wholesale sourcing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAdd a quieter, more linear option to your African glass bead assortment with these \u003cstrong\u003ePainted Krobo Glass Long Tube Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in Ghana from recycled glass. Their warm mustard-golden surfaces are defined by fine green and dark brown\/charcoal painted lines that emphasize the elongated form without overwhelming it.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e9.5–10.5mm × 26–30mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, these beads provide strong visual length while maintaining a relatively narrow profile. Their approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–2.5mm holes\u003c\/strong\u003e support a range of stringing approaches, subject to the designer’s chosen construction material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssociated with contemporary \u003cstrong\u003eKrobo glass-beadmaking traditions in Ghana\u003c\/strong\u003e, these beads reflect continuing knowledge of glass transformation, shaping, and surface decoration. Differences in dimensions, curvature, line placement, surface, and hole size are expected within handmade production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach strand measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e11–12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and contains approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this style useful for jewelry designers, bead stores, creative studios, and small-batch professional sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct: Painted Krobo Glass Beads\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Painted Krobo Glass Long Tube Beads\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Recycled Glass\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Ghana\u003cbr\u003eTechnique \/ Style: Handcrafted recycled-glass beadmaking with painted linear and circular surface decoration\u003cbr\u003eShape: Long Tube \/ Elongated Tube\u003cbr\u003eColor Family: Multicolor\u003cbr\u003ePrimary Colors: Coral Red, Teal Blue, Navy \/ Cobalt Blue, Deep Brown\u003cbr\u003eAccent Colors: White, Mustard Yellow \/ Orange\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Bead Size: 10.5–13.5mm × 26.5–31.3mm\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Hole Size: 2.5–3mm\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Strand Length: 12 inches\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Quantity: 11 beads per strand\u003cbr\u003eLarge Hole: Yes\u003cbr\u003eHandmade: Yes\u003cbr\u003eWholesale Availability: Yes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCULTURAL \u0026amp; MATERIAL NOTE\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrobo glass beadmaking forms part of Ghana’s continuing beadmaking landscape and reflects skilled knowledge of transforming glass into individually formed and decorated components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary makers continue to create glass beads for jewelry, commerce, design, and creative practice. Painted examples such as these demonstrate how repeated color and surface decoration can shape the visual identity of an elongated bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are best understood as part of a \u003cstrong\u003eliving Ghanaian craft tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e. No sacred, spiritual, ceremonial, or symbolic meaning is assigned to the painted motifs without supporting documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHANDMADE VARIATION NOTICE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these beads are handcrafted, slight variation may occur in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape • Length • Diameter • Curvature • Surface Texture • Yellow Tone • Coral Motif Size • White Dot Placement • Paint Coverage • Hole Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese differences are expected within handmade production and contribute to the individual character of each strand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCARE \u0026amp; HANDLING\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle glass beads carefully and avoid dropping them onto hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor routine cleaning, gently wipe with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid prolonged soaking, abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, or vigorous scrubbing, especially across painted surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow beads to dry completely before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aadampo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48839342096574,"sku":"AAD-00000403","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/0047\/9166\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4d7a081b-4000-4a70-8a34-54a1cd9967eb.jpg?v=1788504062","url":"https:\/\/aadampo.com\/products\/recycled-glass-long-tube-beads-mustard-green","provider":"Aadampo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}