Recycled Glass Beads from Ghana in a 24-Inch Strand for Jewelry Making, Formed in Traditional Clay Molds
Recycled glass beads for jewelry making bring a traditional Ghanaian material to your beadwork. The round beads come on a 24-inch strand, giving you a starting point for arranging your design, while 2mm holes help you plan your choice of stringing material.
Made in Ghana, West Africa, these beads use glass recovered from sources such as beverage and medicine bottles. Powdered glass is shaped in clay molds and fired in a specialized oven, continuing a beadmaking method used for centuries.
Features
- Recycled glass repurposes material from existing glass sources.
- Round beads support repeating arrangements in jewelry designs.
- A 24-inch strand provides beads for planning your layout.
- 2mm holes provide a reference when selecting stringing material.
- Clay-mold forming and oven firing follow a traditional Ghanaian beadmaking process.
Specifications
- Product type: Beads
- Material: Recycled glass
- Shape: Round
- Strand length: 24 inches
- Hole size: 2mm
- Country of origin: Ghana
- Forming method: Powdered glass formed in clay molds and fired in a specialized oven
Frequently Asked Questions
What stringing material should I choose for these beads?
Choose stringing material that fits the beads' 2mm holes, allowing extra clearance if your design requires multiple passes.
Does the 24-inch strand determine the length of my finished jewelry?
No. These recycled glass beads are supplied on a 24-inch strand; your finished jewelry length depends on your layout, spacing and any findings you add.
How are these recycled glass beads made?
These Ghanaian beads are made by placing powdered recycled glass into clay molds and firing it in a specialized oven.