We merged transparent tear drop glass beads into clusters (they look like clusters of grapes on the vine), so they pop out in a unique way. The Transparent Purple Tear Drop Beads are washed with a gold tone and combine well with the Crystal Gold Lined Seed Beads. This brand new necklace is a blend of two unique beads the larger tear drops glass beads and transparent dark purple seed beads. We finish this with a strong holding acrylic magnet for a secure hold.
There are hundreds of beads precisely loaded onto 8 nylon fiber braiding cords that are then woven together in a technique called “Kongo Gumi” or strong braid, with one bead at a time added and snuggled into the design to create this elegant necklace. The necklace is finished with a unique etched silver toned metallic magnet. Lengths and colors vary slightly due to use
The weaving of beaded braids requires many hours of braiding on a Japanese wooden stand called a “marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).
* Colors of beads may vary slightly due to changes in factory shipments.
Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that results in beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as obijime that are worn as a belt with a kimono.
