It is 18" long, excluding the pendant, and closes with a sweet pewter clasp in a snake design.
MY PROCESS ...
In creating any necklace, I first select a focal piece, and then choose the various stones to complete it through an instinctive (and fun!) process. After lighting some incense and putting on some music that suits my mood that day (new age, world music, nature sounds, classical or soft jazz), I hold the pendant or focal stone in my hand as I look over ALL of the hundreds of types of stone beads in my collection, and choose several (way more than what will eventually be included - usually 20 or more types) that look and feel "right." Next, I narrow things down by repeating the process among the beads I first selected, and place handfuls of about a dozen different types in the old African Mancala game board I use as my beading palette. I then choose complementary glass seed beads (often used as spacers) and a clasp, and begin beading - entirely by instinct. Often, I will get to a certain point and begin over again, until the necklace that is meant to be reveals itself. Sometimes, I find that a stone I hadn't originally chosen is screaming to be included, and I always honor that. Not all of the stones in the final palette are used, and usually the piece turns out entirely differently than what I had originally envisioned. It is a process that feeds my soui. I am inspired by the colors and textures of the materials I work with, and by my spirit guides (all animals! - see my profile), as well as by the constant presence when I'm beading of my two beloved rescued dogs (O'Keeffe and Teddy) and a giant rescued Maine Coon cat named Sassafras, who rules the roost. All three love to be a part of the process.
ABOUT THE STONES...
DESERT ROSE: Perception, clarity, spirituality
Desert Rose is a variety of Selenite. As such it has its own energies as well as those of Selenite in general (see below). It is a stone of the mind, as well as an angelic stone. It is said to bring mental ability and clarity, as well as perception of all kinds, including intuitive perception. Desert rose is used in crystal healing to quiet worries and still the mind from distractions and disruptions. Metaphysically, desert rose is used to dissolve "programs" we have put upon our selves that are outdated or over-used. It is helpful for strength in meditation and affirmation. It is said to be helpful for the spine and the skeleton in general, and for aligning the spine properly.
Selenite crystals are said to connect with the light body, or the higher spirit. With an extremely fine vibrational energy, it is a very spiritual stone, attracting guidance and an awareness of the angelic consciousness. It can generate tranquil emotions, a peaceful atmosphere, and a greater connection with love. The presence of selenite also helps to bring clarity of mind, helping an individual understand what may have been previously confusing or hidden in the subconscious.
AMETHYST: Protection, purification, divine connection, release of addictions
Amethyst grants freedom from everyday concerns, brings faithfulness in love and bestows the gift of prescience. Few stones offer as much potential benefit to the mind as Amethyst. It soothes the nervous system, aids in the transmission of neural signals and helps us feel less scattered and more in control, allowing us to balance excessive emotional highs and lows. It is useful in dispelling rage, anger, fear and anxiety, and is a good stone for clarifying and remembering dreams. It also helps relieve physical and emotional pain and overcome addictions.
MAGNESITE: Calming, imagination
White Magnesite (sometimes referred to as "White Turquoise") is known for its calming properties, and helps to improve creative visualization and imagination. It is also commonly believed to bring deep peace and silent relaxation during meditation, stimulate passion in the heart and help strengthen bones and teeth.
RIVERSTONE: Energy, stress relief
Riverstone is known for its regenerative effect on the body and for its ability to relieve anxiety. It is also said to energize the aura, helping you make the changes that lead to greater spiritual experiences.
RUTILATED QUARTZ: Energy, focus, stability
Rutilated quartz is reputed to be an energizing stone that helps get energy moving on all levels. Intuitive sources say that it assists with mental focus. It is also said to attract love and stabilize relationships. It can help slowed chakras return to normal spin and balance.
Emotionally, rutilated quartz is said to be very helpful in uncovering the causes of mental issues and hang-ups. It can diminish fears and assist with decision-making processes. It is said that it can also ease loneliness and relieve guilt, thereby bringing happiness. It is used metaphysically to help one get out of a rut as well as for stabilizing emotions and mental processes, and clarifying thought patterns and emotional reactions. Rutilated quartz is said to increase one's self-reliance and ability to find one's own way.
Rutilated quartz is used metaphysically to deflect negative energies and unwanted energetic, psychic, and magical interferences.
Physically, rutilated quartz is said to be beneficial for food disorders, the immune system, regeneration of tissue, fatigue, depression, respiratory illness, stability of all physical systems and general health, and absorption of nutrients from food. It is also reputed by intuitive sources to be helpful for getting energy moving in areas where the physical energy is sluggish.
ICE FLAKE QUARTZ: Clearing; cleansing; healing; magnification of ambient energies; memory enhancement
Ice Flake Quartz is Clear Quartz Crystal that has been heated and rapidly cooled to create internal fractures that catch the light beautifully, resembling ice crystals. Quartz Crystal is a highly beneficial stone, amplifying and enhancing the qualities of other stones it is worn with and attuning them even more to your particular energy. Clear Quartz acts as a purifier, creating harmony and helping to balance all stimuli, positive and negative. Unlike most other stones, Clear Quartz can be “programmed” by one’s inner intention to assist in achieving virtually any goal. It is a stone of Light, bringing a heightened spiritual awareness to anyone who wears or carries it. Physically, Clear Quartz stimulates the nervous system and can assist in removing adhesions in the connective tissue.
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