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Star LIGHT Star BRIGHT

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:43:45 -0400

$25.00
Star light star bright, first star I see tonight, I wish I may I wish I might, have the wish I wish tonight.

Been dreaming and wishing for the perfect pair of star earrings? Well, you may have just found them.
I got my hands on a small number of these gorgeous crystal and smoky quartz stars, and boy, are they amazing!

You may get these earrings in either the smoky or the crystal color, or, if you're feeling exceptionally adventurous, why not have a pair with one of each color? Simply leave your preference in the notes to seller.

These earrings measure about 1-1/2 inch (37mm) from the top of the gold-filled earwire to the bottom of the stars. The stars themselves are about 13/16 inch (20mm) wide and tall and a substatial 1/4 inch (7mm) thick. These are not weenie little stones!

I have a limited number of these unique stones, so hurry and get them while you can. Also, if you would prefer sterling silver earwires, simply leave a message in the note to seller and I can do them up in silver for you.

**Smoky quartz is an said to be an excellent stone for removing negativity and negative energy of any kind and transforming them to positive energy. It can also be a very protective and grounding stone, bringing physical, protection, psychic protection and protection from negative energy. It may enhance survival instincts, and can help one reach personal and business goals, as well as assisting in making wishes come true. It can also help with creativity, prioritizing needs and wants, and wisdom. In addition, smoky quartz is a stone that brings abundance, prosperity, and good luck.

Smoky quartz is said to be excellent for elevating moods, overcoming negative emotions, and relieving depression. Smoky quartz relieves stress, fear, jealousy, anger and other negative emotions by transforming them into positive energies. Smoky quartz is very comforting and calming, and can be considered a stone of serenity. It can, therefore, be very helpful in relieving grief.

Crystal Quartz enhances energy by absorbing, storing, amplifying, balancing, focusing and transmitting. It channels universal energy. Quartz also enhances thoughts, as they are a form of energy. Because it directs and amplifies energy, it is extremely beneficial for manifesting, healing, meditation, protection, and channeling. Due to its ability to balance, quartz is excellent for harmonizing and balancing one's environment. Quartz is also good for energizing other crystals.

Quartz is a stone of clarity which dispels negativity and clears away negative energy. It can be used to purify and clarify on the spiritual, mental, and physical planes. It is also powerfully protective. Quartz enhances spiritual growth, spirituality and wisdom. Because it clarifies though processes and emotions it increases inspiration and creativity. It can also help particularly with concentration, studying, and retaining what one learns. Quartz is also a stone of harmony because it balances energies, and is even helpful in romantic relationships.

Ankh If You Love Isis

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:07:32 -0400

$25.00
Okay, silly joke, but this pendant is definitely anything but. I acquired a few of the loveliest lapis coins and wrapped this one with sterling silver and added a pretty little silver ankh charm. Both sides of the stone are beautiful and it can be worn with either side showing.

The pendant measures a little over 1-1/8 inch (30mm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the decorative coil and is about 3/4 inch (20mm) wide. This pendant will be accompanied by a satin cord, or you may put it on a cord of your own choosing.

*My kitten, Ellis, decided he wanted to help model this pendant but he's a little wriggly so that pic turned out a tad blurry. Inquisitive cat is not included in this listing. :o)

**The ancient Egyptian staff sign or god staff ankh, which is also believed to be the hieroglyph used to symbolize reproduction and sexual union. According to other sources means life and zest for life. The best summary of its meaning is future life, life after death. The ankh appears frequently in Egyptian tomb paintings and other art, often at the fingertips of a god or goddess in images that represent the deities of the afterlife conferring the gift of life on the dead person's mummy. Additionally, an ankh was often carried by Egyptians as an amulet, either alone, or in connection with two other hieroglyphs that mean "strength" and "health"

***Lapis (lapis lazuli) brings truthfulness, openness, inner power, intuition, creativity, virility and manifestation. It strengthens the mind and body as well as increasing awareness and spiritual connection/evolution. It can help organize daily life as well as organizing and quieting a busy or restless mind. Lapis is also used to contact guardian spirits. Lapis also helps build self-confidence, and is a stone traditionally for royalty. Lapis bring spiritual love and is also known for enhancing love and fidelity within marriage. Lapis is also said to help one overcome shyness. It is associated with the throat and brow chakras and can help one say just the right thing, as if by magic. Lapis is also a stone that protects from both physical and psychic attacks.

Crescent Moon Pearl Earrings

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:14:59 -0400

$25.00
Here is a little pair of earring fit for a Moon Goddess. Crescent moon shaped freshwater pearls sway gently from sterling silver ear wires, accompanied by a free hanging petite Swarovski crystal "star". These dainty earrings have a drop of about 7/8 inch (22mm) from the bottom of the ear wires and measure about 3/8 inch (9mm) wide. All the components have been carefully hand wrapped with sterling silver wire.

I will be making a limited number of these earrings. Please allow for small variations in the appearance of the pearl crescents. Each one is unique.

Reversible Wild Horse Jasper Stealth Pentacle Pendant

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:07:39 -0400

$30.00
This is a reversible pendant from my series of pieces, which I lovingly refer to as my Stealth Pentacles™. I have chosen some beautiful pendants of natural stone and placed a small pentacle on the reverse side for those that wish to wear this sacred symbol in a more private manner should they so choose.

This pendant is made from a gorgeous coin of wild horse jasper. Shades of cream, mauve, brown, and black all swirl together in a harmonious pattern. This pendant measures 1-5/8 inch (4.1cm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the decorative coil, and is nearly 1-1/4 inch (3cm) in diameter. This very lovely stone has been handwrapped with sterling silver wire and has been naturally oxidized using hard boiled eggs, not chemicals. A 1/2 inch (13mm) diameter pewter pentacle is on one side. A satin cord will accompany this pendant or you may hang it from a chain or cord of your own choosing.

**Jasper was a favorite gem in ancient times and is referenced in Greek, Hebrew, Assyrian, and Latin literature. Legend says that Jasper is protective, stabilizing, and healing. Jasper has been reputed to bring courage, wisdom and firmness. It was once thought to drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites. In the fourth century it was thought to bring about the rain.
The astrological sign of jasper is Leo.
Jasper is an alternate birthstone for the month of January

Stealth Pentacle ©2008

Reversible Onyx Stealth Pentacle Pendant

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:05:18 -0400

$20.00
This is a reversible pendant from my Stealth Pentacles™ series. I have chosen some beautiful pendants of natural stone and placed a small pentacle on the reverse side for those that wish to wear this sacred symbol in a more private manner should they so choose.

This pendant is made from an unusual shield shaped onyx stone. The pendant measures little more than 1-1/8inch (2.9cm) from the top of the closed jump ring to the bottom of the stone and is a little over 5/8 inch (1.7cm) wide. This highly polished onyx pendant has been hand-wrapped with sterling silver wire and has a 1/4 inch (1.7mm) diameter sterling silver pentacle on one side. A satin cord will accompany this pendant or you may hang it from a chain or cord of your own choosing.

**Black onyx is believed to be one of the most powerful protection stones. Its way of doing this is to absorb and transform negative energy. Because of this quality people find it helpful in relieving stress and for emotional stability. Onyx is associated primarily with the root chakra. It assists with challenges in life, especially those caused by a drain of energy. It prevents the draining away of personal energy and can be used for protection from such. It also helps with grounding and controlling or eliminating excess or unwanted energies. It has been used for wound healing, childbirth and to increase stamina and self-control.

Silver is considered a psychic metal, enhancing and empowering the psychic abilities and intuition of the bearer. It is protective, calming, and has money-drawing vibrations. This metal is associated with Lunar energies.

The Pentacle is a symbol of a star encased in a circle. Always with 5 points (one pointing upward), each has its own meaning. The upward point of the star is representative of the spirit. The other four points all represent an element; earth, air, fire, and water, as well as the directions East, South, West, North, and Within. The continuous line that forms the star speaks to the interconnectedness of all things Divine and Earthly, and reminds us to strive toward balance with all we encounter. The circle that appears around the pentacle is symbolic of unity, wholeness, the quest for Divine Knowledge, and the never-ending cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

The Pentagram symbol has ancient roots throughout the world. In ancient Mesopotamia, 3,500 BC, the symbol was used to represent the vault of Heaven and imperial power extending to the four corners of the earth. The Druids used the symbol to represent the Godhead. The pentagram served the Pythagoreans as a symbol of health and perfection.
To the Jews, the pentagram represented the chief name of God, being inscribed on King Solomon's Ring. The Jewish pentagram also represented the first five books of Moses (the Penteauch). During the period 300-150 B.C., the ancient symbol was the official seal of the city of Jerusalem.
In early Christianity, the Pentagram was recognized as the Five wounds of Christ.

Stealth Pentacle ©2008

Ocean Jasper Stealth Pentacle Pendant

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:51:57 -0400

$20.00
This is a new offering in my series of pieces, which I lovingly refer to as my Stealth Pentacles™. I choose beautiful pendants of natural stone and placed a small pentacle on the reverse side for those that wish to wear this sacred symbol in a more private manner should they so choose.

This pendant is made from a uniquely patterned faceted drop of ocean jasper. Deep green is dotted with coppery brown orbicular spots and a paler shade of green edged with brown encircles the top. This pendant measures 1-1/4 inches (32mm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the stone, and is 1/2 inch (13mm) wide. This very lovely stone has been handwrapped with pure copper wire. A 1/4 inch (7mm) diameter copper pentacle is on one side. A satin cord will accompany this pendant or you may hang it from a chain or cord of your own choosing.

**Ocean Jasper is very soothing and helps you love yourself as well as others. It works to heal the emotions and bring peace of mind. It helps with acceptance of responsibility and increases patience. The circulars patterns on ocean jasper symbolize and help us realize that we are all interconnected and nature is a cyclical pattern. Being a type of jasper, ocean jasper is a very protective stone. It helps us with pursuits in the service to help others.

***The Pentacle is a symbol of a star encased in a circle. Always with 5 points (one pointing upward), each has its own meaning. The upward point of the star is representative of the spirit. The other four points all represent an element; earth, air, fire, and water, as well as the directions East, South, West, North, and Within. The continuous line that forms the star speaks to the interconnectedness of all things Divine and Earthly, and reminds us to strive toward balance with all we encounter. The circle that appears around the pentacle is symbolic of unity, wholeness, the quest for Divine Knowledge, and the never-ending cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

The Pentagram symbol has ancient roots throughout the world. In ancient Mesopotamia, 3,500 BC, the symbol was used to represent the vault of Heaven and imperial power extending to the four corners of the earth. The Druids used the symbol to represent the Godhead. The pentagram served the Pythagoreans as a symbol of health and perfection.
To the Jews, the pentagram represented the chief name of God, being inscribed on King Solomon's Ring. The Jewish pentagram also represented the first five books of Moses (the Penteauch). During the period 300-150 B.C., the ancient symbol was the official seal of the city of Jerusalem.
In early Christianity, the Pentagram was recognized as the Five wounds of Christ.

Stealth Pentacle ©2008

Reversible Larimar Blue Crazy Lace Agate Stealth Pentacle Pendant

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:30:59 -0400

$20.00
This is a reversible pendant from my series of pieces, which I lovingly refer to as my Stealth Pentacles™. I have chosen some beautiful pendants of natural stone and placed a small pentacle on the reverse side for those that wish to wear this sacred symbol in a more private manner should they so choose.

This little pendant is about 1-1/8 inch (29mm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the decorative coil and is just shy of 3/4 inch (18mm) wide. This lovely piece of crazy lace agate, with its unique pattern of swirls of blue and pink, has been hand-wrapped with pure copper wire and has a 1/4 inch (7mm) diameter copper pentacle on one side. A satin cord will accompany this pendant or you may hang it from a chain or cord of your own choosing.

**The trade name for this stone is Larimar Blue Crazy Lace Agate. This beautiful stone is natural crazy lace agate that has been color enhanced reproduce the gorgeous blue color of Larimar. This color enhancement brings out the beautiful patterns that are naturally occurring in this gemstone. Crazy lace agate is said to help the wearer gain access to the many insights or paths that may be available to take during life's journeys. Along the way, it may help you to laugh and find joy in stressful situations and to comprehend the crazy world that spins around you.
Agates are also grounding and help to bring about emotional, physical and intellectual balance in life. They have the power to harmonize the yin and yang - the positive and negative forces that hold together the universe.

***The Pentacle is a symbol of a star encased in a circle. Always with 5 points (one pointing upward), each has its own meaning. The upward point of the star is representative of the spirit. The other four points all represent an element; earth, air, fire, and water, as well as the directions East, South, West, North, and Within. The continuous line that forms the star speaks to the interconnectedness of all things Divine and Earthly, and reminds us to strive toward balance with all we encounter. The circle that appears around the pentacle is symbolic of unity, wholeness, the quest for Divine Knowledge, and the never-ending cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

The Pentagram symbol has ancient roots throughout the world. In ancient Mesopotamia, 3,500 BC, the symbol was used to represent the vault of Heaven and imperial power extending to the four corners of the earth. The Druids used the symbol to represent the Godhead. The pentagram served the Pythagoreans as a symbol of health and perfection.
To the Jews, the pentagram represented the chief name of God, being inscribed on King Solomon's Ring. The Jewish pentagram also represented the first five books of Moses (the Penteauch). During the period 300-150 B.C., the ancient symbol was the official seal of the city of Jerusalem.
In early Christianity, the Pentagram was recognized as the Five wounds of Christ.

Stealth Pentacle ©2008

Here there be Dragons Earrings

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:32:41 -0400

$10.00
I was delighted to come across these wonderful little pewter dragons and they whispered in my ear that they wished to fly through the air and make everyone take notice.
No, really, they did. I still have a scorch mark on my left ear to prove it. ;0)
I have hand wrapped these charming fellows and given each one a fiery orange Royal Carnelian roundel to cavort with. The earrings have a drop of just a little less than one inch (2.4 cm) from silver plated ear wires. Please let me know if you have any metal sensitivities that would prevent you from wearing these and we will find some that are right for you.
**The photos shown are of the first pair of these little guys that I made and the pictures came out so good I decided to re-use them. The dragons in your pair will be identical, but please allow for variation in the shape of the carnelian roundels. I promise the the color will be just as vibrant as those pictured.
Thanks!

Celestial Moon and Stars Earrings

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:30:20 -0400

$10.00
These fun little earrings have been made from hand-wrapped Tierra Cast pewter charms and embellished with lustrous round dangles of grey moonstone. The drop of these earrings is about 1 inch (2.6cm) from silver plated ear wires.
Hey, by two pair and you can wear them as a set of moons or stars too. :0)

**Moonstone is a stone of new beginnings. Like the moon, this stone is reflective and reminds us that just as the moon waxes and wanes, so everything is a part of a cycle of change. This stone makes conscious the unconscious and promotes intuition and empathy. Moonstone brings confidence and calms the emotions, easing an understanding of spirituality and clairvoyance. Moonstone is a very personal stone. It is a reflection of the person who owns it. It does not add or detract, only shows how it is. This is why the moonstone is said to perceive that which "is". Grey moonstone helps to accept other stones’ powers by cleansing blocks

Reversible Kambaba Jasper Stealth Pentacle Pendant

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:21:50 -0400

$25.00
This is a reversible pendant from my series of pieces, which I lovingly refer to as my Stealth Pentacles™. I have chosen some beautiful pendants of natural stone and placed a small pentacle on the reverse side for those that wish to wear this sacred symbol in a more private manner should they so choose.

This little pendant is about 1-1/16 inch (27mm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the decorative coil and is 5/8 inch (11mm) wide. This lovely piece of Kambaba jasper with gorgeous shades of swirling green has been hand-wrapped with sterling silver wire and has a 1/4 inch (7mm) diameter sterling silver pentacle on one side. A satin cord will accompany this pendant or you may hang it from a chain or cord of your own choosing. *Please allow for variations in the pattern of colors on the stone. Each one has it's own unique personality. See the last picture for an example of the wonderful variety of patterns.

**Kambaba Jasper stabilises our emotions and soothes our nerves and our state of mind. It provides grounding and protection and reduces our fears and our insecurities. This stone seems to generate an ancient and earthy energy, which assists us in relaxing and finding a sense of balance. Kambaba Jasper helps us to spiritually re-connect with the Earth's energies and the rhythms of the Earth, helping us to rediscover our personal roots so that we can once again be brought back into balance with the Earth’s natural rhythms and cycles. It helps us to hear the voice of nature when it speaks to us.

***The Pentacle is a symbol of a star encased in a circle. Always with 5 points (one pointing upward), each has its own meaning. The upward point of the star is representative of the spirit. The other four points all represent an element; earth, air, fire, and water, as well as the directions East, South, West, North, and Within. The continuous line that forms the star speaks to the interconnectedness of all things Divine and Earthly, and reminds us to strive toward balance with all we encounter. The circle that appears around the pentacle is symbolic of unity, wholeness, the quest for Divine Knowledge, and the never-ending cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

The Pentagram symbol has ancient roots throughout the world. In ancient Mesopotamia, 3,500 BC, the symbol was used to represent the vault of Heaven and imperial power extending to the four corners of the earth. The Druids used the symbol to represent the Godhead. The pentagram served the Pythagoreans as a symbol of health and perfection.
To the Jews, the pentagram represented the chief name of God, being inscribed on King Solomon's Ring. The Jewish pentagram also represented the first five books of Moses (the Penteauch). During the period 300-150 B.C., the ancient symbol was the official seal of the city of Jerusalem.
In early Christianity, the Pentagram was recognized as the Five wounds of Christ.

Stealth Pentacle ©2008