the Sussex Bead Shop is where you will find gorgeous beads from around the world. Most of Our beads are either Fairtrade, Ethical, Eco friendly, or Made using recycled parts from sustainable sources. We specialize in the more unusual types of beads such as Mzuribeads which are handmade by a cooperative of women in Uganda. The beads are made by cutting triangular strips from recycled magazines and posters. Each strip is rolled one by one around a needle and held in place with a dab of glue. Once the beads rolled they are strung up, varnished and left to dry for 3-5 days. They are then finished and left with a glossy and water resistant finish. Bark Cloth Beads that are made by beating sodden strips of the fibrous inner bark of trees into sheets. Alike the paper bead, it is cut into strips and rolled into form. Banana Leaf Beads: Made from the dried out strips of banana leaf. These beads are hand rolled just like the paper bead. Each bead is approx 10mm.