Out of the furnace- Ghana recycled glass beads

Ghana is amazing … in so many ways.

The industry that does into making glass beads is astounding.

Used glass bottles are powdered into a dust, clay moulds are filled with glass dust and put into the blazing inferno.

When it has slumped just enough it is drawn out and holes are made in the bead.

it then has to be cooled very slowly, so the glass does not crack.

they are polished in a grinding bowl by being rubbed by hand

then strung and are ready for market.

Take a look at this video of the furnace

Out of the furnace- Ghana recycled glass beads

At Creative Arts Safaris Tours we offer fully escorted, small group tours. CAS focuses on textiles, crafts, arts and culture and yummy local cuisine.
On tour we like to get our hands dirty taking workshops, exploring locations and culture. We like to include lots of local experiences. Textiles and crafts are our passion.
Our friendly groups are inclusive. They are companionable and well organized allowing a relaxed adventure, great for solo travellers.
They include pickup & drop to airport, accommodation, group travel, sightseeing, workshops, and most meals. Almost everything EXCEPT the shopping – that is your job. Help the local economy.