The leaf links a piece of jewelry with the wonder of the forests and the power of Mother Nature. The leaf shaped and crafted from the purity of precious metals, evokes the power and majesty of trees from which they derive their form. Trees and leaves have a deep...
When creating handcrafted, unique pieces of jewelry it is important to use gemstones that evoke a sense of awe and wonder. Labradorite is one such stone. Its blue crystal energy allows power from the throat chakra to flow and energize the rest of the body. Wearing...
Ammonites are fossilized cephalopods that lived on the Earth 400 to 65 million years ago. They are related to the octopus, the squid and when you look at them carefully, perhaps it’s not surprising, the nautilus. Due to their age and design, ammonites hold a special...
If you have felt yourself attracted to the power of the dragonfly you are not alone. They are always seen around ponds, lakes and other bodies of water. As a totem the dragonfly carries with it the wisdom of transformation and adaptability. It is connected to change...
Amethyst is a stunning gemstone that is often used in powerful pieces of jewelry. It is a semiprecious stone and the traditional birthstone of February. Amethyst comes in a wide variety of violet hues, which are caused by iron impurities and trace elements. Did you...
Feathers are used in jewelry designs to evoke a sense of flight and freedom. Wearing feathers gives us a greater perspective on life. We are able to soar above the daily grind and see more clearly from an objective view. Feathers help us move beyond our boundaries and...
Mandalas are powerful motives that have existed for thousands of years. The word, Mandala, comes from the ancient Sanskrit language meaning circle. The art of mandalas can be seen in drawn or painted circle designs. Mandala art has been used throughout the world as a...
A Mystic being is someone who can relate to others in a physical and spiritual way. He or she lives an intuitive lifestyle and is, many times during the day, in a state of mindfulness. Mystics have a tendency to rise above the everyday clutter of life and remain still...
In Native American tradition the Ta Tanka is the ‘great beast’ or the Great Buffalo. It is the spirit of the Bull Buffalo, a powerful symbol in ancient cultures. Taken from the Lakota, Ta Tanka literally means ‘bull buffalo’. However, its meaning goes much deeper. The...
The garnet is a wonderfully versatile gemstone appearing as a popular favorite in many jewelry designs. The word ‘garnet’ gets its meaning from the Latin meaning “seed”. This is due to the stone’s similar color to the pomegranate fruit’s seed. Like the pomegranate,...