itaitoimports

VINTAGE and HANDMADE beads from Africa

Brooklyn, New York

| 24,463 Sales |

itaitoimports is a Star Seller!

Smooth shipping

Has a history of shipping on time with tracking.

Speedy replies

Has a history of replying to messages quickly.

Rave reviews

Average review rating is 4.8 or higher

Nata Kristin

Contact

Following shop Follow shop

Announcement Welcome to itaito! We are a supply shop of artisan-made and rare vintage beads. Our focus is hand-made, sustainability, and authenticity when sourcing beads from Africa, Afghanistan and Tibet.

Join our mailing list for 10% off your first order: https://mailchi.mp/b5d6f92e8d71/itaitonyc-newsletter

Follow us on Instagram for shop updates:
https://www.instagram.com/itaitonyc/

Announcement

Last updated on Feb 8, 2022

Welcome to itaito! We are a supply shop of artisan-made and rare vintage beads. Our focus is hand-made, sustainability, and authenticity when sourcing beads from Africa, Afghanistan and Tibet.

Join our mailing list for 10% off your first order: https://mailchi.mp/b5d6f92e8d71/itaitonyc-newsletter

Follow us on Instagram for shop updates:
https://www.instagram.com/itaitonyc/

Request Custom Order

Contact shop owner

24463 Sales

5548 Admirers

Report this shop to Etsy

You reported this shop

Etsy automatically translates most text on the site to your preferred language.

See in original language

Reviews

Average item review

(5412)

See reviews that mention:

Laura on Apr 13, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely gorgeous! I could not be more pleased.

5 strands Old African Clay Beads (4-10mm) Large Terracotta Red - Natural Old Tribal African Clay Beads - Rustic Beads (2362F037) Clay

5 strands Old African Clay Beads (4-10mm) Large Terracotta Red - Natural Old Tribal African Clay Beads - Rustic Beads (2362F037) Clay
Krista on Apr 2, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

High quality beads and seller was great with timing and communication

Turquoise Afghani Sliced Heishi Beads (3mm) High Quality Small Natural Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2099F285) Gemstone

Turquoise Afghani Sliced Heishi Beads (3mm) High Quality Small Natural Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2099F285) Gemstone
Sherry on Feb 19, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

A A A A A

Turquoise Afghani Sliced Heishi Beads (3mm) High Quality Small Natural Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2099F285) Gemstone

Turquoise Afghani Sliced Heishi Beads (3mm) High Quality Small Natural Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2099F285) Gemstone
Debbie on Dec 15, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Love love the colors of these, want more.

Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Tube Beads (6-7mm) Recycled Roman Glass Tube Beads from Afghanistan Wholesale (2014F556) 15.5" Full Strand

Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Tube Beads (6-7mm) Recycled Roman Glass Tube Beads from Afghanistan Wholesale (2014F556) 15.5" Full Strand
stinebaby on Dec 5, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Really loved these. I first bought them for a costume that I made and then loved working with them so much that I bought some for every day beading work.

Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Tube Beads (6-7mm) Recycled Roman Glass Tube Beads from Afghanistan Wholesale (2014F556) 15.5" Full Strand

Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Tube Beads (6-7mm) Recycled Roman Glass Tube Beads from Afghanistan Wholesale (2014F556) 15.5" Full Strand
magda on Apr 24, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

very beautiful old beads, just like I like them

White Venetian "Green Heart" Beads found in Mali Africa - over 400 yrs old Antique Venetian Tribal Trade Beads (259P215) Excavated

White Venetian "Green Heart" Beads found in Mali Africa - over 400 yrs old Antique Venetian Tribal Trade Beads (259P215) Excavated
SHIRASU on Apr 22, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

Thank you as always for the wonderful beads.

Antique Aja Mixed Striped Venetian Glass (5-7mm) Old Black Yellow Jacket & Blue African Vintage Rustic Trade beads (2356B536) Venetian

Antique Aja Mixed Striped Venetian Glass (5-7mm) Old Black Yellow Jacket & Blue African Vintage Rustic Trade beads (2356B536) Venetian
Giselle on Apr 22, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

I would like to buy more!

Nigerian Brass Dogon Ring Donut Beads - Handmade Brass Beads - Sand Cast Rustic Recycled Metal Tribal African Upcycled Beads (41F510) Spacer

Nigerian Brass Dogon Ring Donut Beads - Handmade Brass Beads - Sand Cast Rustic Recycled Metal Tribal African Upcycled Beads (41F510) Spacer
Adrienne on Apr 21, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

Great so far, can’t wait to make my necklace!

Rare Vintage Blue Nigerian Goomba Beads (7mm) Tonal Dark Indigo Blue Antique Old African Wholesale Trade Beads (2343A597) African

Rare Vintage Blue Nigerian Goomba Beads (7mm) Tonal Dark Indigo Blue Antique Old African Wholesale Trade Beads (2343A597) African
Susan on Apr 20, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

This is a beautiful strand of blue Hebron beads. I am so glad to have it. Shipping was quick and the item arrived in good condition. I would buy from this seller again.

LONG 34" Strand Large Blue and Green Antique Hebron Kano African Beads (12-22mm) Ancient African Rustic Tribal Trade Beads (1037P145) Hebron

LONG 34" Strand Large Blue and Green Antique Hebron Kano African Beads (12-22mm) Ancient African Rustic Tribal Trade Beads (1037P145) Hebron

About itaitoimports

Sales 24,463

On Etsy since 2017

ita ito: string together

Our business is rooted in our love of hand craftsmanship, history, and authenticity. We work carefully to source items that are uniquely hand-made as well as hard to find vintage items from remote areas in Africa. Sourced from materials (such as recycled glass and metal) that use low impact, sustainable and ethical processes, we employ artisans and craftspeople in a place rich with bead making history.

We believe in supplying designers and collectors with the most beautiful handmade items that not only have a rich history, but will last for generations. We love these beads and we love seeing beads transform into beautiful jewelry designs. We source directly from the makers so our items are priced at wholesale, but we offer discount prices for bulk orders. Please send us a screenshot of orders over $300 and will send customized order with special discount.

******************FREE SHIPPING on USA orders $90 more***************************
Enter code: itaitofreeship

Production partners

ita ito custom findings

New York, NY

Development of Sterling Silver and brass findings for jewelry making. Made by hand with wax models

Shop policies

Last updated on Sep 26, 2019

Shipping

See item details for estimated arrival times.

Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

Payment options

Secure options

Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits

Etsy keeps your payment information secure. Etsy shops never receive your credit card information.

Returns & exchanges

See item details for return and exchange eligibility.

Cancellations

Cancellations: not accepted

Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.

itaitoimports

VINTAGE and HANDMADE beads from Africa

Announcement

Featured items

Items

Large Old Russian Blue African Beads (8-11mm) Vintage Trade Beads - Long Strand Over 400 Years Old -Tribal Antique Beads (1853F256) Rustic

Large Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Sliced Heishi Beads (8-10mm) Full Strand Recycled Roman Glass Beads from Afghanistan (1664F586) Rustic

Antique Wood Kenyan Round Beads (9-12mm) - African Hand Carved Wood Beads - Old 100 years old - African Trade Beads (679P110) Rustic

LONG 34" Strand Large Blue and Green Antique Hebron Kano African Beads (12-22mm) Ancient African Rustic Tribal Trade Beads (1037P145) Hebron

Small Rustic Turquoise Afghani Heishi Beads (3-4mm) Small Natural Turquoise Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2100F450) Gemstone

Large Old Russian Blue African Beads (8-11mm) Vintage Trade Beads - Long Strand Over 400 Years Old -Tribal Antique Beads (1853F256) Rustic

Large Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Sliced Heishi Beads (8-10mm) Full Strand Recycled Roman Glass Beads from Afghanistan (1664F586) Rustic

Antique Wood Kenyan Round Beads (9-12mm) - African Hand Carved Wood Beads - Old 100 years old - African Trade Beads (679P110) Rustic

LONG 34" Strand Large Blue and Green Antique Hebron Kano African Beads (12-22mm) Ancient African Rustic Tribal Trade Beads (1037P145) Hebron

Small Rustic Turquoise Afghani Heishi Beads (3-4mm) Small Natural Turquoise Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2100F450) Gemstone

All Items

5 strands Old African Clay Beads (4-10mm) Large Terracotta Red - Natural Old Tribal African Clay Beads - Rustic Beads (2362F037) Clay

Old Brown Camel Bone Beads Made In Gambia (8-12mm) African Tribal Beads - Vintage Fair Trade Jewelry Making Supplies (2359A518) Rustic

African Dogon Wound Glass Donut Beads Matte Olive Green - made in Venice Full Strand (14-16mm) Tribal African Trade Beads (2181F518) Green

Ancient Excavated Djenne Beads from Mali, Africa (4-8mm) Roman Glass - White & Cream Old Antique Glass Trade Beads (2134B518) Rustic

Large Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Sliced Heishi Beads (8-10mm) Full Strand Recycled Roman Glass Beads from Afghanistan (1664F586) Rustic

Old Afghani Ancient Venetian Roman Glass Beads (6-12mm) Mixed Colors Recycled Old Salvaged Glass from Afghanistan (2211F684) Rustic

Krobo Cream Ashanti Recycled Glass African Saucer Beads (13-14mm) Cream White Ghana Spacer Beads Wholesale Fair Trade (1481F248) African

Large Vintage White Nigerian Goomba Beads (5-6mm) Aged Glass Antique Old African Trade Beads - Porcelain Glass Wholesale (2066F498) African

Afghani Ancient Roman Glass Heishi Beads (6-7mm) 15" Full Strand Recycled Roman Glass Saucer Beads Afghanistan Wholesale (1253A583) Spacer

Small Old French Cross Yellow Striped Venetian Beads (5-6mm) Antique Venetian Mustard Yellow African Trade Beads Rustic (457C039) Venetian

Old African Clay Beads (20mm) Black and White Terracotta - Natural Old Tribal African Clay Beads - Rustic Beads (2197F016) Clay

Full Strand of Rare Vintage Red Nigerian Goomba Beads (6-7mm) - Tonal Red Orange Tomato Antique Old African Wholesale Trade Beads (921P118)

LARGE Afghani Ancient Garnet Beads (13-22mm) Full Strand Ox Blood Red Genuine Garnet Mixed Shapes from Afghanistan (2273F814) Rustic

Small Old Venetian White Striped Chevron African Ghana Glass beads (3mm) Tribal Beads 100 year old Trade Beads (2337A508) Venetian

African Recycled Glass Mixed Colors (7-8mm) Ghana African Fair Trade - Wholesale Handmade Krobo Tribal Rustic Glass (2187F589) Rainbow

Mixed Antique Venetian King Beads & Vintage Sandcast Beads (7-15mm) Old Tribal Beads - 200 yr old African Trade Beads (2354A018) Rustic

Afghani White Cream Stone Tube Beads (5mm) Newly Made from Old Desert Stones and Naturally Dyed from Afghanistan (2281F284) Rustic

White Padre African Trade Beads - Over 100 years old - Antique Ethiopian Tribal Beads - Wholesale African Glass - 1800s (145F513) White

Mixed Antique Russian Blue and Venetian African Beads (6-9mmmm) Vintage Rustic Glass Trade Tube Beads (2288A028) African

Tonal Red Venetian Antique White Heart Tube Glass Beads (3mm) 1 Strand - Antique African Trade Beads Cornaline (2220F015) White heart

Large Old Russian Blue African Beads (8-11mm) Vintage Trade Beads - Long Strand Over 400 Years Old -Tribal Antique Beads (1853F256) Rustic

10 Strands of TINY Mixed Colors African Ghana Glass beads (1-3mm) Multi Colors Tribal Beads - Vintage Trade Beads (2373F015) Venetian

New Tonal Red White Heart Ghana Glass Beads (4-5mm) Antique African Trade Beads Cornaline (2361A360) White heart

Tiny Handmade Heishi Ethiopian Beads (2mm) African Recycled Brass Hand-forged Metal Beads - Upcycled Tribal Trade Beads (1275F386) African

Vintage Muted Pistachio Green Glass Button Beads (6.5mm) Found in Ghana - Old Tribal African Beads - Czech Spacer Beads (907A540) Goomba

Vintage Red African Snake Beads (6mm) Antique African Glass Trade Tribal Rustic Beads - Vintage Spacer Beads (1872F217) Snake

Nigerian Brass Dogon Ring Donut Beads - Handmade Brass Beads - Sand Cast Rustic Recycled Metal Tribal African Upcycled Beads (41F510) Spacer

Mixed Krobo Sandcast Ghana Beads (5-6mm) Aged White and Red 100 Years Old Antique Trade Wholesale Ethnic Beads (2254E018) Recycled

Krobo Sandcast Striped Ghana Beads (5mm) Aged White and Red 100 Years Old Antique Trade Wholesale Ethnic Beads (2254C018) Recycled

Krobo Sandcast Striped Ghana Beads (5mm) Aged White and Red 100 Years Old Antique Trade Wholesale Ethnic Beads (2254C018) Recycled

Rustic Turquoise Afghani Heishi Beads (4mm) Small Blue Turquoise Organic Rustic Turquoise From Afghanistan (2240F360) Gemstone

Small Turquoise Afghani Beads (3.5mm) Small Cylindrical Green Turquoise Made in Afghanistan Wholesale Rustic (1784F058) Heishi

Small Brass Metal Rectangular Ethiopian Beads (2mm) Tiny Recycled Metal African Beads - Upcycled - Tribal Trade Beads (1523F135) African

Turquoise Afghani Sliced Heishi Beads (3mm) High Quality Small Natural Gemstone Made in Afghanistan Wholesale (2099F285) Gemstone

Yellow Krobo Sandcast Striped Ghana Beads (5-6mm) Mustard Yellow 100 Years Old Antique Trade Wholesale Ethnic Beads (2254A018) Recycled

Vintage Yellow Striped Chevron Beads - Antique Venetian Trade Beads - Over 100 years old - Tribal African Beads (2256E79) Venetian

Reviews

About itaitoimports

Production partners

Shop policies

Shipping

Customs and import taxes

Payment options

Returns & exchanges

Cancellations