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Friday 31 August 2018

FLUORITE (For Students)



With school only a long weekend away, we thought we would focus on a stone that was appropriate for students.  What is the stone of the mind, the stone of aptitude?  Fluorite is a great choice.

Fluorite has a hardness of 4 and is a form of calcium fluoride.  This mineral can range in colour from clear to black.  Fluorite is naturally clear but impurities are what give Fluorite its range in colour.  The most popular colours in jewellery are purple and then green.

Fluorite is said to provide mental focus, assist in the processing of information and the retention of it too.  It has been called the aptitude stone. 

With the students of life in mind, Fluorite is also a highly protective stone used for grounding and balancing spiritually. Fluorite increases intuitive abilities and links us to the universal conscious energies when working with our upper Chakras.  

Physically, Fluorite is known to strengthen bones and teeth, and lessens pain associated with arthritis.

Our creation today consists of both purple and green Fluorite which are associated with the heart, throat and third eye chakras.  Use this Fluorite to cleanse and renew the Chakras.
 

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FLUORITE FOR STUDENTS


Thursday 30 August 2018

MALACHITE AND COPPER



It is the last day of August and life is about to change and get more structured again.  Deadlines and schedules are being presented.  We have decided to feature Malachite today for that reason.

Malachite is a copper carbonate stone with a hardness of 3.5 to 4.  Malachite actually reacts to other metals and can cause plated metals to discolour quickly.  Copper is the perfect partner for Malachite in jewellery.

Malachite is a high energy, protection stone which balances our emotions.  It reduces stress and tension while increasing hope and happiness.  Perfect for the times of change.

Malachite will unmercifully show us our blockages. It will draw up buried feelings and help us take responsibility for our actions.

Malachite is a wonderful healing stone. It is used for feminine issues and childbirth. It also enhances our immune system. 

It absorbs pollutants from the air and from the body.

It should be cleansed after each use. Sun and quartz are perfect cleansers. Do not use salt as this will damage the stone.  ONLY wear polished Malachite as the dust can be toxic if the stone is raw as well as if it is chipped.

There are more than one wind of change upon us.  Silver and silver tones are losing their dominance in the fashion world. The more warm coloured metals have made a comeback. (Copper, however, has always been a favorite in the metaphysical world due to its conductivity.)

Copper is well recognized for its healing properties especially with fighting infections. Copper is an antioxidant, improves the production of hemoglobin, myelin, collagen, melanin and the list goes on.

As mentioned, Copper is an excellent conductor of energy and therefore acts as a conduit for the energies of the stones it surrounds giving the energies an extra boost.


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MALACHITE IN COPPER


Wednesday 29 August 2018

HEMATITE & LAVA STONE



Lava or Basalt is Volcanic rock and has a hardness of 3 to 3.5.

Hematite (the four more reflective beads) is an iron oxide with trace amounts of titanium.  It is a myth that Hematite is magnetic.  Hematite is only magnetic if it contains enough magnetite or pyrrhotite.  Hematite has a hardness of 5 to 6.5

Lava stone acts as a wick and essential oils can be added to this bracelet for added benefits. Just as with stone energy, essential oils have wonderful effects on your body, mind and emotions. You can add a different essential oil each day depending on your needs and likes. 

Lava stone’s energy is known to bring strength and courage to those that wear it. It is said that the energies of Lava help to curb our anger. Like most black stones, it is grounding and offers protection. Lava is also a high energy stone and is associates with fertility and is considered to help raise libito.

Lava is a powerful stone for those born under the element of Fire in Astrology. It is also beneficial for those that lack fire and are timid or lack drive.

We have added a little flash to this bracelet with the four hematite beads.

Hematite is grounding and enhances expansion and protective. It is associated with peace and harmony. It harmonizes the spirit, mind and body.

Hematite stimulated memory, concentration and focus. It is used to assist with addictions and is well known to help with blood supply. It is effective in healing pain because it maintains the charge of nerve cells. Hematite is also beneficial for leg cramps and anxiety.

Both Lava stone and Hematite are associated with the root chakra.


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LAVA ESSENTIAL OIL BRACELET WITH HEMATITE 


Tuesday 28 August 2018

AGATE (TEARDROP PENDANT)



Agate is a banded stone which makes it stand out from any other Chalcedony. It has a hardness of 7.

Agate is a slow and lower vibrational stone.  Sure but steady, its energetic effects will take time to manifest but will have wonderful long term benefits. This protecting and harmonizing stone is known for its ability to help us relieve anxiety and stress

Agate is a stone of balance and strength and its energies assist in emotional healing.  Its energy is also said to strengthen the body as well as to helps us with our connection to the earth (grounding).

This is a beneficial stone for students and artists as it promotes creativity.

Emotionally, agate gives courage, self-confidence, and helps to dispels fear.

All agates, and there are far too many to list here, can remove blockages from all chakras and are cleansing.


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Monday 27 August 2018

LAPIS LAZULI



Lapis Lazuli is comprised of lazurite (25% to 40%), calcite and pyrite. It has a hardness of 5 to 5.5.

Lapis Lazuli was the favoured stone of the pharaohs.  It has always been associated with royalty and divine beings. Lapis Lazuli is believed to pass on the ancient knowledge and wisdom of Isis, the Egyptian Sky Goddess.

Lapis Lazuli is the stone of truth. It promotes inner truth, self-awareness, harmony and is an excellent choice to assist in releasing stress and in finding peace.

Lapis Lazuli is associated with good judgement and wisdom including inner wisdom.

Its energies are said to stimulate promotion and success.

Lapis Lazuli is used for ailments of the throat and ears and is said to help with general pain and inflammation.

This stone is associated with the throat chakra as well as the third eye chakra.

These earrings have been created with Copper which conducts the energies of the Lapis Lazuli.


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LAPIS LAZULI EARRINGS


Friday 24 August 2018

VIRGO - JASPER




As mentioned yesterday, we are now in the sun sign of Virgo. Virgo’s sunstones include carnelian (which we featured yesterday), jade, jasper, moss agate, and blue sapphire.


Today we are featuring Jasper. 

Jasper is a form of chalcedony from the quartz family with a hardness of 6.5 to 7.


Jasper, in general, is known as the nurturer.

Its energy assist with relaxation & enhances gentleness.  Jasper is said to give us the courage to speak our truth and to ease stress.


Jasper helps us to overcome self-consciousness and is perfect when living in small communities to build friendships.


All Jasper is associated with grounding and the base chakra.



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JASPER


Thursday 23 August 2018

VIRGO - CARNELIAN



Just before midnight tonight, we will enter the sun sign of Virgo.  Virgo’s sunstones include carnelian, jade, jasper, moss agate, and blue sapphire. (Carnelian, for interest sake, is the alternative birthstone of Ruby for July.)

Today we are featuring Carnelian which is chalcedony quartz and has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.

In ancient times, Carnelian was used as an amulet or talisman. Carnelian is a high energy grounding and stabilizing stone. 

Carnelian is the stone of choice to help remove fear and create courage. It is used for concentration and to calms anger.

Carnelian is also associated with creativity and stimulates energy and drive thus it is a motivational stone.

In healing, it is said to influence the female reproductive organs and is said to be beneficial for depression.

Carnelian is associated with the second or sacral chakra.


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CARNELIAN


Wednesday 22 August 2018

AMAZONITE



Amazonite has a hardness of 6 to 6.5 and is part of the feldspar mineral group.  Contrary to its name, Amazonite cannot be found in the Amazon River after which it was named but can be found in other parts of Brazil.

Amazonite is a soothing stone that balances the male and female energies. It helps us to see both sides of all issues and soothes emotional trauma. 

It is known as the stone of courage and truth.

Amazonite is known to heal the heart and throat chakras. 

Keep Amazonite under your pillow to have clear dreams.

It should be noted to handle Amazonite with care as it easily chips or cracks.


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AMAZONITE TASSEL PENDANT



Tuesday 21 August 2018

KYANITE, LAPIS LAZULI AND A TOUCH OF LABRADORITE



Kyanite has a hardness of 3.5 to 7 depending on whether it is cut on its long axis or not. It is normally blue in colour but can also be green, grey or white.  Kyanite’s colour is generally blotchy and streaked.

Lapis Lazuli is comprised of lazurite (25% to 40%), calcite and pyrite. It has a hardness of 5 to 5.5.

As they name suggests, Labradorite was discovered in Labrador, Canada and has a hardness of 6 to 6.5. This stone has a wonderful metallic reflective quality when light hits it specific ways and is known for its lovely flashes of colour.

The key word for Kyanite could be “Balancing”.  Its energies are known to invoke fairness and loyalty. As a result, it is a great choice for repairing relationships, contract negotiations, etc.   Kyanite is a perfect stone of choice for counselors, mediators and arbitrators.   Kyanite is known to assist in speaking our truth. Carry Kyanite if you are going to be doing any type of public speaking or presentations.  Kyanite is a tool used for dream recall, vivid dreaming and channeling.

Lapis Lazuli harmonized the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual. When these are not in balance, it is not unusual to experience depression, lack of direction and disease. Lapis Lazuli is the stone of truth and is a protective stone. It promotes inner truth, self-awareness, harmony and is an excellent choice to assist in releasing stress and in finding peace.  Lapis Lazuli is associated with good judgement and wisdom including inner wisdom.

Labradorite assists us with our intuition and in opening up to our guides. It calms the mind. Labradorite enhances our mental abilities as well as our ability to open up to new ideas. This stone also assists with dream recall.  This is the stone of transformation.  Labradorite assists those that use their hands for healing

Kyanite works to balance all of our chakras.  . Lapis Lazuli opens the third eye.  All three of these stones are associated with or balances the throat chakra.  We then can speak our truths.


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KYANITE, LAPIS LAZULI 
AND A TOUCH OF LABRADORITE 



Monday 20 August 2018

PYRITE



Pyrite is made of iron sulfide and can also contain small amounts of cobalt, nickel, silver, and gold. Pyrite has hardness of 6 to 6.5.

Pyrite is a stone of protection and has been used as a talisman for protection and well being.  It is associated with self-esteem, confidence and willpower.

Pyrite inspires creativity in many areas including the arts and areas of study that require perfection. Pyrite stimulates commitment, ambition and perseverance. This is an ideal stone for students but also for the student’s Mother.

Physically, Pyrite is used to help with viral infections, including colds and flu.

Pyrite is associated with the solar plexus chakra (3rd).


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PYRITE PENDANT


Friday 17 August 2018

CHAKRA STONES



A Chakra is an energy centre and when these centres are open and the energies are flowing freely, we are healthy, energetic and productive. 

Below is a list of the names of the Chakras (starting from the base of our torso to the top of our head). Also listed are the elements associated with each Chakra, a key-word description for each Chakra, a motto for each Chakra, the main colour that represents each Chakra and the name of each healing stone used in this specific pendant.

Base/Root-Earth, Grounded, I AM, Red, Coral
Sacral-Water, sexuality, I FEEL, Orange, Carnelian
Solar Plexus-Fire, confidence I DO, Yellow, Yellow Jade
Heart-Air, self love, I LOVE, Green, Jade
Throat-Sound, communication, I SPEAK, Blue, Howlite
Third Eye-Light, Intuition, I SEE, Indigo, Sodilite
Crown-Space, Divine, I UNDERSTAND, Violet, Amethyst

The Chakra pendants can be completed with a variety of different charms and our the featured pendant has a Reiki hand.


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CHAKRA PENDANT


Thursday 16 August 2018

AMETHYST POINT



Amethyst is from the quartz family and has a hardness of 7.  Amethyst’s colours can range from a pale pink to a dark purple.  Keep you Amethyst out of direct sunlight as they will fade.  As a side note, this is a Canadian Amethyst.

Amethyst is one of the most popular of the healing stones and is considered the master healer.

Amethyst is a stone associated with sincerity, protection and purification.  It is also a calming stone.

Amethyst's energies are also associated with the psychic realm.

Amethyst comes from the Greek word methustos which can be translated as intoxicated. This stone has been used for centuries in association with sobriety and is also used for other addictions.  It is said that Amethyst assists with the elimination of cravings.

In healing, Amethyst is not only used on those being healed but also is worn by the healer as its energies heal the healer.

Physically, Amethyst is said to assist with headaches as well as to assist and stimulate the immune system.

Amethyst is associates with the crown chakra.


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AMETHYST POINT PENDANT



Wednesday 15 August 2018

CRYSTAL QUARTZ POINT (COLLAR)



Clear Crystal Quartz is a 7 in hardness and is the most common stone found on our planet. Sculptured by nature, no two points are the same.

These stones are amplifiers which expands the white energy of our higher self. It is said to assist us in achieving clarity in our communication abilities as well as our own personal thoughts.

Clear Crystal Quartz is a stone used by many healers. These points are used to draw and focus energy. 

It is said if we wear a Clear Crystal Quartz point, it will open our hearts and our minds to the higher vibrations which allow our earthly self to connect and understand the truths of spirit.

Clear Crystal Quartz stimulates the immune and circulatory systems.

Clear Crystal Quartz is associated with the upper chakras and stimulates the Crown Chakra

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CRYSTAL QUARTZ POINT COLLAR



Tuesday 14 August 2018

AVENTURINE & CLEAR QUARTZ



Aventurine is part of the Quartz / Chalcedony family containing small flakes or scales which can give it a glistening effect. The inclusions are usually Muscovite mica, but can be Hematite or Goethite. Aventurine has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.  Commonly, Aventurine comes in many varying shades of green but can also be found in the colours of orange, brown and grey.

Clear Crystal Quartz has a hardness of 7 and is the most common stone found on our planet.

Aventurine is associated with abundance, opportunity and luck.  It is said that Aventurine assists in emotional and mental healing. It has been used to calm tempers and also as a love stone.

Clear Quartz Crystal is an amplifier and it amplifies the white energy of our higher self. It is said to assist us in achieving clarity in our communication abilities as well as our own personal thoughts. Clear Quartz is a stone used by most healers.

It is said that if we wear a clear Quartz Crystals, they will open our heart and our mind to higher vibrations which allows our earthly self to connect and understand the truths of spirit.

Aventurine is associated with the heart chakra, and clear Quartz Crystal is associated with the upper chakras.


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AVENTURINE & CLEAR QUARTZ NECKLACE


Monday 13 August 2018

LABRADORITE (DONUT PENDANT)



As they name suggests, Labradorite was discovered in Labrador, Canada. It is a mineral from the Feldspar family and has a hardness of 6 to 6.5. This stone has a wonderful metallic reflective quality when light hits it specific ways and is known for its lovely flashes of colour. Labradorite has been associated with or compared to the aurora borealis. The pieces in our example today reflect wonderful green/yellow flashes.

Labradorite enhances our intuitive and mental abilities.   It is ideal in helping with perseverance and our ability to open up to new ideas. 

This stone assists with dream recall and is known for its transformational energies.  Labradorite is a perfect choice for psychic development.

Labradorite assists those that use their hands for healing and is associates with the throat chakra.


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LABRADORITE DONUT


Friday 10 August 2018

STONES ASSOCIATED WITH ABUNDANCE



This tree of life has been nicknamed the Money Tree.

The stones consist of Citrine, Aventurine, Tiger’s Eye, Pyrite, Rutilated Quartz and Sunstone.

Among many other things, the chips contained in the money tree are associated with monetary gain in some fashion.  Citrine is known as the stone of abundance.  Aventurine is associated with wealth & abundance.  Tigers Eye’s energies assist us in accomplishing goals and Pyrite’s energies are said to generate wealth.  Rutilated Quartz assists us in releasing restrictions, and Sunstone is known for good fortune. 

What a wonderful material focus combination. 

BE SURE TO RELEASE ANY LEARNED THOUGHTS OF “LACKING” AS THIS FOCUS WILL ONLY GENERATE MORE FEELING OF LACKING.

Citrine, Aventurine, Tiger’s Eye and Rutilated Quartz are all from the Quartz family and has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.  Pyrite is made of iron sulfide and has a hardness of 6 to 6.5.  Sunstone is part of the feldspar family and has a hardness of 6 to 6.5

Citrine and Pyrite are associated with the Solar Plexus Chakra.  Aventurine is associated with the Heart Chakra.  Tigers Eye is associated with both the Sacral and Solar Plexus chakras. Rutilated Quartz is associated with the solar plexus chakra but is beneficial for any and all chakras when they are sluggish.   Sunstone clears and cleanses all Chakras.


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MONEY TREE


Thursday 9 August 2018

ABALONE (MOON PHASE BRACELET)



Abalone is a calcium carbonate base and is known for its colourful inner shell.  Abalone is a common name for a group of small to very large sea snails, marine gastropod mollusks from the Haliotidae family.

Abalone is known to enhance our feeling of peace, compassion, and love.  The energies of Abalone are calming and soothing.   This bracelet has been adorn with a moon phase charm and the moon represents our emotions.

Abalone has been tossed and polished by the sometime harsh ocean waves to bring out its beautiful, colourful beauty.  Individuals too can, through their traumatic life experiences, be tossed and polished to bring out their true glorious beauty.  Abalone is considered the perfect gift for those individuals who have suffered these traumatic experiences in recognition of their experience and perseverance.

Physically, Abalone is used for arthritis, joint ailments, and muscle issues.

Abalone is associates with the first three chakras.


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ABALONE MOON PHASE BRACELET



Wednesday 8 August 2018

HOWLITE (PENDANT)



Howlite is a cauliflower shaped stone with a hardness of 3.5 and is seldom found in crystal form. Frequently Howlite is dyed and sold as turquoise. In its natural form, Howlite is white with grey to black veins.


Howlite is known to still the mind, relieves stress, and is calming. As a result, it is excellent for sleep. Howlite encourages patience. 


This is an attunement stone & is linked to the spiritual dimensions. It opens us to insights & wisdom and is a perfect tool for meditation.


Howlite is said to help us become aware of our goals and ambitions and its energies aid in achieving these goals.


Physically, Howlite is used in crystal healing for pain, and issues related to our bones, just to name a couple. 


Howlite is associates with the crown chakra but also said to balance all chakras.


It is also used as a scrying (seeing) crystal.



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HOWLITE PENDANT


Tuesday 7 August 2018

GEODE PENDANT



An Agate Geode looks much like a potato from the outside. Inside the Geode holds a beautiful surprise. Simply put, water containing minerals gathers and through pressure and other processes, the minerals and water harden over time to create this beautiful piece of shimmering art. Agate Geode’s hardness is between 6.5 and 7.

Agate is a grounding stone that assists in balancing us emotionally, physically and intellectually. Agate harmonizes the positive and the negative. It assists us with self-confidence and concentration. 

This pendant has the same healing energies as Agate but a Geode also contains other minerals which enhance the Agate’s energies. Geodes are said to assist us in seeing the whole picture and afford us the ability to see things from different perspectives.

Geodes are excellent tools to help clear our minds for meditation and for de-stressing.

Agate Geode is associated with the throat (5th) and heart (4th) chakras. 



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GEODE PENDANT


Monday 6 August 2018

HAPPY HOLIDAY (by whatever name you call it)


Happy Holiday to those who celebrate it! 

It doesn't matter what you call it or what you are celebrating......make sure you enjoy it!


Friday 3 August 2018

JADE


 
Pure Jade is Nephrite and/or Jadeite but there are many minerals that claim to be Jade which are not.  Jadeite has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 and Nephrite is slightly softer.  Jade though known of its many shades of green (which is caused by iron) can come is a variety of colours including green, white, orange, yellow, lavender, grey and black.

Jade is known as the dream stone and is said to bless everyone it touches. It offers peace through strength.  It is also known as the protection stone. 

Jade is said to offer good luck and friendship.

Physically, it is a healing stone and a talisman for those who heal.

Jade is connected to the heart chakra.




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JADE


Thursday 2 August 2018

TRANSFORMING JEWELLERY



A new client provided me with the earrings in the first picture which were purchase from a store as she had been hunting for white earrings for the summer.  However, after trying to wear them, she was uncomfortable because they were far too long for her liking.   

I was asked to make a pair of earrings from the beads which were much shorter and in line with her style. 

I was able to create not one but two pair of much shorter earrings and there were sufficient beads to create a matching bracelet. 

Sometimes we make impulse purchases because we have not been able to find exactly what we are looking for only to regret the purchase.  We can remove the regret and create something you love.  The possibilities are endless. 



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BEFORE                                                                AFTER



Wednesday 1 August 2018

August Birthstone - PERIDOT



Welcome to August.  In honour of August we are featuring Peridot, its primary birthstone.  Peridot is also a sunstone for Leo (and other signs for that matter).


Peridot is a manifesting stone.  It is said that Peridot assists us with clearing guilt and obsessions and to release ourselves from outside influences. It enhances confidence and clarity.


Physically it is said to assist healing and regenerate tissue including the skin. It is suggested that it is beneficial for aiding many of our organs including the heart and lungs.


Peridot is associated with the heart chakra.




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August Birthstone - PERIDOT