These shells and beads are a wonderful, natural embellishment for textile art, bags, cushions and jewellery. Use your imagination! Special Price: Buy six packs of beads of the same value |
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| Any six @ £2.00 | For £10.00 - Save £2.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Any six @ US$4.00 | For US$20.15 - Save $3.85 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Any six @ 3,00 € | For 15,00 € - Save 3,00 € | |||||||||||||||||||
| Any six @ £3.75 | For £20.00 - Save £2.50 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Any six @ US$8.00 | For US$42.75 - Save $5.25 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Any six @ 5,60 € | For 30,00 € - Save 3,60 € | |||||||||||||||||||
| Cowrie Shells from The Gambia | ||||||||||||||||||||
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In ages past, cowrie shells were used as currency throughout West Africa. In fact, the name of the Ghanaian currency - the Cedi, is derived from the local word for cowrie! All shells have the backs removed and are ready for stitching, stringing, etc. Temporarily Out of Stock
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| Small Scallop Shells from The Gambia | ||||||||||||||||||||
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All shells have holes and are ready for stitching, stringing, etc. Temporarily Out of Stock
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| Shell Beads from Ghana | ||||||||||||||||||||
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I hope this doesn't put you off - these delightful beads are made from the shell of the African land snail, which is a common food source in Ghana. All shells have holes and are ready for stitching, stringing, etc.
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| Coconut Shell Beads from Ghana | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Cut from the hard shells of the Coconut Plant. All shells have holes and are ready for stitching, stringing, etc.
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| Stone Beads from Ghana | ||||||||||||||||||||
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These stone beads are carved from the mineral bauxite. You can enhance their texture by rubbing them with a little vegetable oil, or even with your bare hands - they will start to glow! Available in two sizes: Small and Large. Please specify when ordering. All beads have holes and are ready for stitching, stringing, etc.
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| Clay Beads from Senegal | ||||||||||||||||||||
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These beads made from local clay come from the island of Goree in Senegal. The carving is highlighted with a coating of white chalk - some of this will come off when you first handle them. Available in two colours: Black and Terracotta. Please specify when ordering. Clay Beads Black - Sold Out All beads have holes and are ready for stitching, stringing, etc.
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Also available Beaded Jewellery Kits... and Treasure Bags... For each order, please add Post and Packing Click for info... See also How To Order... |
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