Very pretty is hand blown glass figurines. They are available in many beautiful colors and fun designs that can even make necklaces and bracelets look super awesome. At Qunda, we create these special beads using a technique that has existed for countless years and we are so proud to have made these. Let’s find out more about the craft of hand blown glass beads and what makes them so unique and special!
Beads which are made by blowing hot glass into a small mold to shape the glass into small, beautiful beads. We at Qunda use special tools and techniques to create beautiful colors and patterns in every bead, with our skilled glassworkers making it all happen. They heat the glass at the right temperature, ensuring it is right before any shape is decided. They blow, twist and pull the hot glass into the lovely forms you see. Our skilled artists take pride in their work, and creating a hand blown glass bead is no simple matter; each one requires much practice and patience to take perfect shape. They enjoy producing something they feel the public will love!
All hand blown glass beads have this wonderful magic about them. Perhaps it’s the way you can see the colors dancing and glinting in the light when you look at them. Or maybe it’s the way they feel so smooth and cool when you touch them. Whatever it is — sparkle, magic — hand blown glass beads have been mesmerizing folks for centuries, and they have a long history. That means that in ancient times glass beads served as currency; they were exchanged for goods and services, like money is today. But they were also viewed as potent symbols of wealth, status and protection. Glass beads are still loved today for their beauty and versatility. These stunning beads still inspire Artists and designers all over the world.
The uniqueness of hand blown glass beads is one aspect that makes them so special. Handmade with love and care, each bead is a unique piece of art. We use many methods to form various shape, sizes and color beads at Qunda. Some of our beads are smooth and round whilst others may be textured and irregular, making them have their own distinct appearance.Direction Format: Bead/Item with Materials Some beads are striking and vivid, which means they really pop, and others are understated and fine, which means they are soft and gentle in essence. There is a hand blown glass bead to suit every style and they are all beautiful in their own right, each different in their composition and appeal.
They are used as protective amulets against the evil eye, and have a long history of penetrative cultural engagement in art as hand blown glass beads; They have been used for special occasions, religious ceremonies, and daily decoration in numerous cultures. In Africa, glass beads were prized for their beauty and longevity, for instance. It was commonly used in traditional garments and jewelry, a beautiful complement to the daily life. In Renaissance Europe, glass beads were a popular fashion accessory. Everybody used them to make elaborate beaded collars and cuffs that were highly praised. Today hand blown glass beads remain a source of inspiration for artists and designers across a variety of creative industries, from fashion to home décor.
If you want to know more about hand blown glass beads, then you have entered a whole new world of fascinating knowledge! Whether it be a new trend in bead making or a history of glass blowing, anyone can find something to dive into. Here at Qunda, we focus on sharing our love for hand blown glass beads with each of our customers. Both the experienced bead collector and the novice curiosity-seeker are welcome as we embark together on this journey through the magic of hand blown glass beads. Each bead has a story and character of its own!