AMULETS: 2009

Friday, November 6, 2009

BALANCING AESTHETICS & SPIRITUALITY

There's no denying gemstones are beautiful to see and sensuous to touch. Who can resist the sparkle of amethyst, the earthy warmth of jade and turquoise, the luminosity of pearls, or the glow of amber? Semi-precious stones and beads have been used for centuries as jewelry and adornment. They also have a long history as talismans, amulets, and ritual objects because they are believed to possess powerful healing characteristics and to produce particular spiritual effects.

It's possible that you're sensing their power to affect you when you're drawn, for example, to choose a jade necklace instead of a peridot one on a particular day (after all, they're both green). Or when a turquoise bracelet, all of sudden, is something you want to have on your wrist day after day. Or when you're willing to (irractionally, it might seem) spend twenty minutes looking for your pearl earrings because you don't feel like you can leave the house without them. Or it may be nothing at all.

Well, this blog provides information about the believed healing powers of a variety of gemstones as well as the history folklore surrounding the stones.

I hope you enjoy exploring the spiritual qualities and mythical meanings of beads and stones and the jewelry that I have created for your wearing enjoyment and giving.

"Gemstones are believed to possess powerful healing properties".

Love and Light.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Handmade Belly Chain with Carnelian Stones

Zodiac: Virgo

Rm 238 - SOLD

Handmade Bracelet with Malachite Stones

Zodiac: Scorpio

Malachite

Life is lived more powefully under the influence of this stone, which suits the adventurous Scorpio perfectly. It promotes risk-taking and change for spiritual growth, and encourages unconditional love.

Handmade Bracelet with 'Zi' Bead and Hematite Stones

Zodiac: Scorpio

Handmade Bracelet with Hematite and Garnet Stone

Zodiac: Scorpio
Protection Animal: Elephant

Hematite

Hematite is an especially helpful stone for one both under the sign of Scorpio. It offers her patience and peace of mood. With its wonderful earth tones, it enables her to compromise and be more trusting of her partner, to put aside her own wishes and give herself to another.

Garnet

Garnet allows Scorpio to transform her emotional strength and sexual desire into true love. Its red rays bring her into harmony with heart of the beloved.

Elephant

In the widest, most universal and most obvious depiction of the elephant, it is a symbol of strength. At various times in Medieval Europe, the elephant also become an emblem of wisdom, moderation, and eternity.

If you have accepted the elephant as your totem animal, it may not be long before you are asked to assume a role of great responsibility in the workplace or in your community. If you feel attracted to elephant as a totem animal, it is likely that you are involved in social work, public service or politics. You may also feel a strong commitment to caring for the ill, the very young, and the elderly.

Whenever you sense an injustice, you will be there on the side of the underdog. As your spirit helper, the elephant will be able to draw you back to greater appreciation for the ancient mysteries than you have previously experienced. You will soon discover that your guide is extremely concerned about your maintaining always a solid balance of body, mind, and spirit. Under the tutelage of this spirit helper, you will place your time in the silence as your top priority.

Monday, May 25, 2009

Handmade Bracelet with Black Obsidian Stones

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Black Obsidian

Black Obsidian will help Capricorns reach their goals. It protects them negative influences and vibrations that can drain their life force. By recognizing the correspondences between microcosm and macrocosm, Capricorn can avoid emotional problems and achieve balance and stability.

(Note: A birthday gift)

Handmade Belly Chain with Carnelian Stones

Carnelian
Carnelian is the stone usually used for revitalising the Sacral Chakra (second chakra). This chakra is located in the area below the navel and provides harmony in the lower abdomen. If there is a blockage in the sacral chakra it will be reflected in the kidneys, bladder, digestive system or reproductive organs.

Rm 228 - SOLD

Handmade Bracelet with Semi-precious stones - Tiger's Eye, Black Onyx & Black Tourmaline

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Tiger's Eye
Tiger's eye reinforces Leo's mental powers and helps him become more inward-looking. Thus he can come to grips with his weakness and overcome limitations. Then he will discover that well-being and happiness depend more upon one's spiritual development than an outward measures of success.

Black Onyx
To benefit Leos, to make their high-flying plans come true, onyx must be pure black. This stone keeps their minds free and flexible.

Black Tourmaline
This gemstone has an especially powerful influence. Its parallel structure directs light rays and transforms them into positive energy. That is why tourmaline is of immediate benefit for the psychosomatic ailments to which Leos are particularly susceptible.