Wood Beads
The history of wood beads is a testament to humanity's resourcefulness and deep connection to nature. Wood, one of the most accessible and versatile materials, has been used for bead-making since ancient times. Early civilizations, from the indigenous peoples of the Americas to the tribes of Africa and the indigenous cultures of Australia, fashioned beads from locally available woods, each type imbued with its unique symbolism and spiritual significance. In ancient Egypt, wood beads were often inlaid with precious metals and stones, reflecting the wearer's social status. In Asia, especially in India and China, wood beads carved from sacred trees like sandalwood and rosewood became integral to religious practices, used in meditation and prayer as mala or rosary beads. The intricate craftsmanship of wood beads in Europe during the Renaissance period showcased the material's aesthetic potential, often being used in elaborate jewelry and fashion accessories. Today, wood beads remain popular in jewellery-making and crafts, celebrated for their natural beauty, sustainability, connecting us to our ancient past and natural world.
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Palmwood Flat Oval Wood Beads
Palmwood Wood Beads Flat Oval 25x15mm (~16pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$5.75 -
Palmwood 8mm Round Wood Beads
Palmwood Wood Beads Round 8mm Approximately (~50pce Strand) - 40cm/16" Strand.$3.95 -
Palmwood Pukalet Wood Beads
Palmwood Wood Beads Pukalet 5x10mm Approximatey (80pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$3.95
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Robles Pokalet Wood Beads
Robles Wood Beads Pukalet 5x10mm (80pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$3.45 -
Robles 5-6mm Round Wood Beads
Robles Wood Beads Round 5-6mm Approximate (~80pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$4.65 -
Salwag 5x6mm Pokalet Seed Beads
Salwag Seed Beads Pokalet 5x6mm (~78pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$5.95
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Salwag Tube Seed Beads
Salwag Seed Beads Tube ~15x6mm (~24pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$4.85 -
Salwag Oval Seed Beads
Salwag Seed Beads Oval ~16x12mm (~26pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$5.85 -
Buri Saucer Seed Beads Half Skin
Buri Seed Beads Half Skin Saucer 12mm x 7mm approximate (~68pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$5.20
