Turquoise is one of the most popular stones in the world of jewelry making . . . mostly because it's in easy to come by and fairly inexpensive . . . but did you know it's revered for its protective properties? Turquoise is credited with the property of securing friendly regard. If you wear Turquoise, you will never want for a friend. In the many ancient cultures, Turquoise was worn as a protector against all things evil. When Turquoise is given by a loving hand, it brings with it happiness and good fortune. It is believed to restore clear vision to the mind when thinking becomes muddled. It protects its wearer from injury, and enhances your natural intuition. Now, you...
Sunstone very much takes after its namesake, the sun. It is a stone of protection. Wear it whenever you need to feel safe physically or emotionally. It is also a great energy stone. The color alone brings a spurt of joy to the wearer. Because it is also a stone of blessings, it makes a great gift. Isn't this just the most pleasant stone you have ever heard of? Prayer/Meditation for Sunstone: Today, walk the path pure and true. May the world's love come to you! Look ahead not behind. See tomorrow's possibility in your mind. See your purpose strong and bold. Give three blessings for each one you hold. Dream of love and peace tonight. Wake tomorrow in blessed...
Before I started making jewelry a few years ago, I had never heard of Strawberry Quartz. Now, that I've discovered it, it is one of my favorite stones to work with. Here are a few things to know about this beautiful stone. Strawberry Quartz carries all the energies of a Clear Quartz, with the additional vibrations of universal love, understanding of your reason in this world, and courage to seize the day. Carrying a piece of Strawberry Quartz can be very soothing and calming, especially when you work in a fast-paced environment. This crystal has the ability to amplify your intentions of love, appreciation, and generosity. It can also radiate these energies outward and influence your environment and the people...
Sodalite brings order and calms the mind. It encourages rational thought, objectivity, truth, and intuition, along with the ability to verbalize feelings. Sodalite brings emotional balance and calms panic attacks. It enhances self-esteem, self-acceptance, and self-trust. Sodalite balances the metabolism, boosts the immune system, and helps its wearer to overcome calcium deficiencies. It combats radiation damage by soaking up electromagnetic smog. Sodalite treats the throat, vocal cords, and larynx and helps with hoarseness and digestive disorders. It cools fevers, lowers blood pressure, and stimulates the absorption of body fluids. Sodalite can also help to prevent insomnia. It is a stone of wisdom and healing, and it is a great aid for meditation. Prayer/Meditation for Sodalite May I live this day...
Because Snowflake Obsidian is obviously a form of Obsidian, it carries the same healing properties of Obsidian. However, Snowflake Obsidian is special not only because of its unusual color but also because of its additional properties. Snowflake Obsidian is calming and soothing. It teaches you to value mistakes as well as successes. A stone of purity, Snowflake Obsidian provides balance for body, mind, and spirit. It helps you recognize and release wrong thinking and stressful mental patterns. Snowflake Obsidian promotes dispassion and inner centering. Snowflake Obsidian empowers isolation and loneliness, aiding surrender in meditation. Snowflake Obsidian aids in disorders of the veins and the skeletal structure. It improves circulation and alleviates muscular aches and spasms. It is used to treat...