Recycled Glass Beads for Jewelry Making and Home Decor

The Bead Chest, a company that works with developing communities across Africa, offers a diverse range of beautiful, handmade beading treasures. All the items they source directly are fair trade, and their unique business model allows them to support both creative jewelry designers with quality beading supplies and the developing communities they work with.

The beads sold by The Bead Chest are handmade by independent artisans and crafted from recycled materials such as bottle glass, windows, and other sources. These authentic West African beads are strung on raffia and produced in accordance with fair trade principles, making them great for jewelry making or to be worn as-is.

The Bead Chest prides itself on providing a consistent supply, a large variety of colors and sizes, and quick turnaround times. It's important to note that since these are handmade products, the tone, brightness, and/or color of the beads received may vary slightly from the photos. Additionally, the sizes and bead counts mentioned are approximations and may vary up to 10-15% from the stated number.

With over 3,000 unique designs, The Bead Chest offers products that can set your jewelry creations apart. These authentic African beads are made of 100% recycled glass, with master artisans collecting and transforming used materials into beautiful ethnic beads.

When you purchase from The Bead Chest, you'll receive a full 26-inch strand consisting of approximately 45 beads, each measuring around 14-15mm with a 2mm hole size. These beads are typically strung on cotton or raffia.

The Bead Chest prides itself on the authenticity and fair trade practices of its products. Unlike cheap, imitation frosted glass beads from industrial Chinese factories, these beads are handmade by Krobo artisans in Ghana, ensuring that the Ghanaian people benefit from their production. The company's commitment to fair trade standards means that their artisans are compensated well above market standards, which in turn motivates them to create the best possible product.

The Bead Chest has a proven track record, with over 10 million beads sold and more than 50,000 satisfied customers. The company is confident in the quality of its fair trade beads and offers a satisfaction guarantee. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your order, their incredible support staff will do their best to ensure you are happy with your purchase.

By choosing The Bead Chest, you not only get access to a vast array of beautiful, handmade beading treasures but also contribute to the support of developing communities in Africa and the promotion of fair trade practices worldwide.

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