{"product_id":"xl-sky-blue-fused-krobo-glass-beads","title":"Sky Blue \u0026 Golden Fusion Krobo Recycled Glass Beads | Handmade African Statement Beads from Ghana","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eBold scale meets refined craftsmanship in these XL Sky Blue \u0026amp; Golden Fusion Krobo Recycled Glass Beads, handcrafted by skilled artisans in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eFeaturing an elegant sky-blue foundation accented by vibrant golden-yellow fused glass patterns, these elongated beads showcase the artistic possibilities of the Krobo beadmaking tradition. Their distinctive size and silhouette create an immediate visual impact, making them ideal focal elements for designers seeking materials with both presence and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eEach bead is individually handcrafted from recycled glass using traditional techniques that transform reclaimed materials into wearable works of art. Subtle variations in pattern, shape, and texture reflect the hand of the artisan and ensure that every strand possesses its own unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eFavored by jewelry designers, museum gift shops, cultural retailers, galleries, and creative brands, these beads provide a sophisticated alternative to mass-produced components. Their striking proportions make them especially suitable for statement necklaces, luxury accessories, heritage-inspired collections, and contemporary design projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eBeyond their visual appeal, these beads represent a continuing tradition of craftsmanship, sustainability, and cultural preservation practiced by Krobo artisans in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2228\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"k6hatc\" data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e6. WHY DESIGNERS LOVE THESE BEADS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e• Dramatic XL elongated shape for statement designs\u003cbr data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e• Authentic Krobo artisan craftsmanship\u003cbr data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003e• Sustainable recycled glass material\u003cbr data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e• Distinctive sky blue and golden fused patterns\u003cbr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e• Approximately 20 beads per strand\u003cbr data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003e• Ideal focal bead for luxury jewelry collections\u003cbr data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003e• Strong visual impact with minimal design components\u003cbr data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003e• Handmade variations enhance authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e• Suitable for gallery-quality and boutique collections\u003cbr data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e• Wholesale-friendly for jewelry brands and retailers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1cfqk8q\" data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2793\"\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 data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"3218\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2811\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2822\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2862\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBead Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2898\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFused Krobo Recycled Glass Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2910\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2928\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRecycled Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2938\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2947\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGhana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2995\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2960\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBead Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"2995\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximately 12–14mm × 30–34mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3008\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHole Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3031\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximately 2–3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3043\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3080\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximately 20 Beads Per Strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3124\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3097\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eColor Palette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3124\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSky Blue, Golden Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3141\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3153\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHandmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3187\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3163\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3187\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMatte Artisan Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3196\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3218\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eXL Statement 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 data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3223\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1c9l56t\" data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3245\"\u003e8. DESIGN FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"77y4sp\" data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3256\"\u003eShape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3338\"\u003eElongated barrel and canoe-inspired silhouette with handcrafted organic contours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zy7chl\" data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003eTexture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3423\"\u003eSoft matte texture that highlights the handcrafted nature of each bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cu8xzp\" data-start=\"3425\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3495\"\u003eAuthentic artisan matte finish without excessive polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5xo219\" data-start=\"3497\" data-end=\"3510\"\u003eHole Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3511\" data-end=\"3586\"\u003eApproximately 2–3mm, compatible with a variety of jewelry-making materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"x7yizb\" data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3605\"\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3688\"\u003eHandcrafted by Krobo artisans using traditional recycled glass beadmaking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1955m55\" data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3712\"\u003eHandmade Variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3843\"\u003eNatural variations in size, shape, and fused pattern placement are expected and celebrated as evidence of authentic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3848\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"oi330q\" data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3874\"\u003e9. DESIGN APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3876\" data-end=\"4179\"\u003e• Statement Necklaces\u003cbr data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3900\"\u003e• Designer Bracelets\u003cbr data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3923\"\u003e• Artisan Earrings\u003cbr data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"3944\"\u003e• Heritage-Inspired Jewelry\u003cbr data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"3974\"\u003e• Contemporary Jewelry Collections\u003cbr data-start=\"4008\" data-end=\"4011\"\u003e• Waist Beads\u003cbr data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4027\"\u003e• Luxury Accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003e• Textile Embellishment\u003cbr data-start=\"4073\" data-end=\"4076\"\u003e• Mixed Media Art\u003cbr data-start=\"4093\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003e• Home Décor Installations\u003cbr data-start=\"4122\" data-end=\"4125\"\u003e• Gallery Merchandise\u003cbr data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4149\"\u003e• Museum Gift Shop Collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4181\" data-end=\"4184\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"ywzjq6\" data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4214\"\u003e10. A CELEBRATION OF COLOR\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4445\"\u003eThe combination of sky blue and golden yellow creates a vibrant and uplifting visual narrative. The cool blue tones evoke openness, creativity, and movement, while the golden accents introduce warmth, energy, and visual contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4447\" data-end=\"4681\"\u003eTogether, these colors create a sophisticated palette that feels both contemporary and timeless. The resulting effect is striking yet balanced, making these beads ideal for designers seeking bold focal elements with artisan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4860\"\u003eTheir luminous color story works beautifully in spring and summer collections, resort-inspired designs, contemporary statement jewelry, and heritage-focused artisan collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4862\" data-end=\"4865\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1a5e8s9\" data-start=\"4867\" data-end=\"4903\"\u003e11. THE KROBO BEADMAKING TRADITION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"5010\"\u003eThe Krobo people of Ghana are internationally recognized for their exceptional glass beadmaking heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5012\" data-end=\"5181\"\u003eFor generations, Krobo artisans have transformed recycled glass into decorative beads through highly specialized techniques passed down through families and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5183\" data-end=\"5429\"\u003eThe fused bead process involves combining multiple colors of glass and carefully heating them to create distinctive patterns and visual effects. This approach allows artisans to produce beads with remarkable individuality and artistic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5431\" data-end=\"5661\"\u003eKrobo beads have long served as symbols of craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural continuity. Today, they remain among Africa’s most celebrated handcrafted cultural materials and are admired by designers and collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5663\" data-end=\"5666\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1sfw1j\" data-start=\"5668\" data-end=\"5695\"\u003e12. WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5697\" data-end=\"5714\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5716\" data-end=\"5929\"\u003e• One strand of authentic XL Fused Krobo Recycled Glass Beads\u003cbr data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5780\"\u003e• Approximately 20 handcrafted beads per strand\u003cbr data-start=\"5827\" data-end=\"5830\"\u003e• Bead size approximately 12–14mm × 30–34mm\u003cbr data-start=\"5873\" data-end=\"5876\"\u003e• Hole size approximately 2–3mm\u003cbr data-start=\"5907\" data-end=\"5910\"\u003e• Handmade in Ghana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5931\" data-end=\"5934\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1cs6z5h\" data-start=\"5936\" data-end=\"5964\"\u003e13. PAIRS BEAUTIFULLY WITH\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5966\" data-end=\"6194\"\u003e• Aadampo Ashanti Brass Beads\u003cbr data-start=\"5995\" data-end=\"5998\"\u003e• Aadampo Adinkra Brass Pendants\u003cbr data-start=\"6030\" data-end=\"6033\"\u003e• Aadampo Krobo Powder Glass Beads\u003cbr data-start=\"6067\" data-end=\"6070\"\u003e• Aadampo African Trade Beads\u003cbr data-start=\"6099\" data-end=\"6102\"\u003e• Aadampo Ashanti Glass Spacers\u003cbr data-start=\"6133\" data-end=\"6136\"\u003e• Aadampo Brass Disc Beads\u003cbr data-start=\"6162\" data-end=\"6165\"\u003e• Aadampo Designer Bead Mixes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6196\" data-end=\"6199\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1t0gvew\" data-start=\"6201\" data-end=\"6240\"\u003e14. SUSTAINABILITY \u0026amp; ETHICAL SOURCING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6242\" data-end=\"6367\"\u003eThese beads are handcrafted from recycled glass using traditional artisan techniques that support sustainable material reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6369\" data-end=\"6399\"\u003eEvery purchase contributes to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6401\" data-end=\"6608\"\u003e• Recycled glass utilization\u003cbr data-start=\"6429\" data-end=\"6432\"\u003e• Small-scale artisan livelihoods\u003cbr data-start=\"6465\" data-end=\"6468\"\u003e• Cultural preservation\u003cbr data-start=\"6491\" data-end=\"6494\"\u003e• Responsible sourcing practices\u003cbr data-start=\"6526\" data-end=\"6529\"\u003e• Traditional craftsmanship continuity\u003cbr data-start=\"6567\" data-end=\"6570\"\u003e• Community-based economic development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6610\" data-end=\"6704\"\u003eThe result is a product that reflects both environmental responsibility and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6706\" data-end=\"6709\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"uf5wxw\" data-start=\"6711\" data-end=\"6735\"\u003e15. PRODUCT DISCLAIMER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6737\" data-end=\"6826\"\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6828\" data-end=\"6908\"\u003eDon’t Eat! Our Beads are not edible and should be kept out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6910\" data-end=\"6913\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"fc060r\" data-start=\"6915\" data-end=\"6954\"\u003e16. AADAMPO RESPONSIBLE AI DISCLOSURE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6956\" data-end=\"7088\"\u003eAI-Enhanced Visual \u0026amp; Product Content | Real Product Representation | Reviewed using Afrigmatic Representation Integrity™ principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7090\" data-end=\"7340\"\u003eAadampo utilizes responsible AI tools to assist with product presentation while maintaining accurate representation of authentic handcrafted products. 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