{"product_id":"royal-blue-krobo-painted-glass-tube-beads-golden-yellow-white","title":"Royal Blue Krobo Painted Glass Tube Beads with Golden Yellow Borders | Handcrafted Recycled Glass from Ghana","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCelebrate the artistry of Ghana's Krobo beadmakers with these striking \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Blue Krobo Painted Glass Tube Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individually handcrafted from recycled glass, each bead is meticulously decorated with \u003cstrong\u003egolden yellow borders\u003c\/strong\u003e and rows of \u003cstrong\u003ewhite hand-painted dotted motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e, then kiln-fired a second time to permanently fuse the intricate artwork into the glass.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vivid royal blue body creates a dramatic backdrop for the warm golden accents, resulting in a timeless color combination that commands attention while remaining remarkably versatile. Their generous tube shape makes them exceptional focal beads for statement necklaces, luxury bracelets, gallery-inspired jewelry, and contemporary artisan collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery strand reflects generations of craftsmanship, transforming recycled materials into heirloom-quality design components that connect Ghana's living beadmaking tradition with today's creative community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEnterprise Product Highlights\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted by skilled Krobo artisans in Ghana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from sustainably recycled glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually hand-painted decorative motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich royal blue matte finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden yellow borders with white dotted detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 10 beads per strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge designer tube profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent focal beads for luxury jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports traditional Ghanaian artisan communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct 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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo Painted 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\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder Glass \u0026amp; Hand Painted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte\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 13–14.5 mm × 24–30 mm\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 2–3 mm\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\u003ePrimary Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccent Color(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo Area, Eastern Region, Ghana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Community\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\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 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Cultural Context\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krobo people of Ghana's Eastern Region have cultivated one of Africa's most respected glass beadmaking traditions for generations. Their craft transforms recycled glass into extraordinary beads that preserve centuries of artistic knowledge while embracing sustainable production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted Krobo beads represent one of the most technically demanding forms of this tradition. After each bead is formed and kiln-fired, artisans meticulously apply decorative borders and dotted motifs entirely by hand before returning the beads to the kiln for a second firing. This process permanently fuses the painted decoration into the glass, producing durable works of handcrafted artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Krobo beadmaking continues to connect Ghana's living cultural traditions with designers, collectors, educators, and creative communities across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eArtisan Craftsmanship\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery strand reflects the remarkable precision of traditional Ghanaian craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beadmaking process includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully selecting recycled glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrushing the glass into a fine powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling handcrafted clay molds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-firing each bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually hand-painting every border and decorative dotted motif.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefiring each bead to permanently fuse the artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sorting, inspecting, and stringing every finished strand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach step is completed by skilled artisans whose experience ensures that every bead possesses its own distinctive handcrafted character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Sustainability\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese handcrafted beads demonstrate how traditional craftsmanship and environmental responsibility can work together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from recycled glass, every strand gives new life to reclaimed materials while preserving one of Ghana's most celebrated artisan traditions. The continued practice of Krobo beadmaking supports skilled artisan communities, protects cultural knowledge, and promotes sustainable handmade production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing these beads means supporting craftsmanship that values both cultural heritage and environmental stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDesign Inspiration\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dramatic royal blue and golden yellow palette lends itself to both bold and refined jewelry designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for creating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement necklaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner bracelets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContemporary earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuxury jewelry collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGallery-quality wearable art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfro-modern jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed-media artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextile embellishments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-inspired collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited-edition artisan designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAadampo Designer Recommendation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Royal Blue Krobo Painted Glass Tube Beads pair beautifully with handcrafted \u003cstrong\u003eAshanti Brass Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose warm golden tones naturally echo the painted borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor elegant balance, combine them with \u003cstrong\u003ewhite Krobo spacer beads\u003c\/strong\u003e to highlight the dotted motifs or \u003cstrong\u003eroyal blue spacer beads\u003c\/strong\u003e to reinforce the rich primary color. Designers seeking historical depth can also pair them with carefully selected \u003cstrong\u003eVenetian trade beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating jewelry that celebrates both African craftsmanship and historic trade traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor contemporary collections, consider combining these beads with oxidized sterling silver, ebony wood, or matte black accents to create striking visual contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eColor Story\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rich \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e foundation evokes confidence, creativity, and timeless elegance. 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Every handcrafted bead offers designers an opportunity to create original work while supporting the preservation of living cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Aadampo collection is guided by our enduring values:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture • Connection • Creativity • Community\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting generations of Ghanaian craftsmanship with designers, collectors, and creative visionaries around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing handcrafted Krobo beads is an investment in sustainable artistry, cultural preservation, and meaningful craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Disclaimer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature. Don’t Eat! 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