We were in Swakopmund for the weekend and I stumbled upon the most amazing trade beads from Ghana. I have loved trade beads since I found out what they were. How fabulous would it be to have brightly coloured beads in all shapes, sizes and colours as our currency! I would be a much more conservative spender that I can guarantee... I would want to hold onto each and every bead! Each bead is unique. Each bead was made by hand and no matter the similarity in colour or shape, they each possess a very unique quality.
I was so inspired by the beads that I came back to Windhoek with quite a collection! As much as I love collecting, I am by no means a hoarder. My husband is a very conservative spender and very practical, so before I buy something, I need to be able to tell him exactly what I intend to do with my new purchase... unfortunately some projects do take a while. I have a cupboard full of fabric waiting to be turned into curtains, quilts, tablecloths, bunting and who knows what else. So in my mind, as long as I have a plan, the purchase is justified ; ).
Back to the trade beads: The most logical solution for my trade beads - combine them with silver and turn them into wonderful colourful jewellery! And with the launch of the Village's monthly organic market coming up, I thought it would be a great opportunity to launch a few of the new trade bead pieces.
I hope you enjoy these pieces as much as I do!
Have a lovely weekend!
