Detroit - Inside an old building adorned with a bright eye-catching mural made of beads on Detroit’s west side is a man who tells stories about the history of African beads. Olayami ...

Beadwork is also finding its way into home decor items like wall hangings, cushions, and tableware. These pieces lend a hint ...

"A waist bead is an ancient African technology ... a part of the culture for many tribes in Ghana and beyond. "In many traditional ceremonies such as weddings, coronations and more, beads are ...

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Waist beads are a traditional African accessory that consist of small glass beads on a string or wire worn around the waist or hips. They come in different colors and shapes and may also include ...

These days, Dabls’ African Bead Gallery and MBAD Museum is part ... a sculpture garden made out of reclaimed materials, and traditional African statues. In August, it will have been 14 years ...