Olive Wood Beads Handcrafted in Bethlehem
Some things feel different the moment you touch them. Olive wood beads made in Bethlehem have that kind of presence. They are shaped slowly, handled with care, and finished by artisans who understand the material they are working with. These beads are not factory-made pieces stamped out by machines. Each one is formed, smoothed, and polished by hand until it feels soft and natural between the fingers. Bethlehem is widely known for its olive wood craftsmanship. For centuries, families in this historic town have worked with olive branches, turning them into devotional items, jewelry components, and meaningful keepsakes. The knowledge is passed from one generation to the next. What continues today is not simply business, but a living tradition rooted in history and culture. Wood That Is Carefully Prepared The olive wood used for these beads comes from trees that are responsibly pruned to maintain their health. Olive trees can live for hundreds of years, and trimming their branche...