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Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:56:00 -0400

Dear friends,

Please click here to view my latest blog on crystals & designs.

Thank you.

All About Tourmaline

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:44:00 -0400

Colors Available: Black, Brown, Green, Pink, Red, Yellow, Blue, Watermelon, Blue-green

Appearance: Shiny, opaque or translucent, long striated or hexagonal structure. All sizes.

Rarity: Easily obtained from specialist stores.

Source: Sri Lanka, Brazil, Africa, United States, Western Australia, Afghanistan, Italy

Attributes: Tourmaline cleanses, purifies and transforms dense energy into a lighter vibration. It grounds spiritual energy, clears and balances all the chakra and forms a protective shield around the body. Tourmaline is a shamanic stone that brings protection during rituals. It can be used for scrying and was traditionally used to point to the culprit or cause in times of trouble and indicate a 'good' direction in which to move. Natural Tourmaline wands are useful healing tools. They clear the aura, remove blockages, disperse negative energy and point to solutions for specific problems. They are excellent for balancing and connecting the chakra. At a physical level, they rebalance the meridians. Tourmaline has a strong affinity with the devic energies ans is extremely beneficial for the garden and plants. Psychologically, Tourmaline aids in understanding oneself and others. taking you deep into yourself, promoting self-confidence and diminishing fear. It banishes any feeling of being a victim and attracts inspiration, compassion, tolerance and prosperity. Tourmaline is a powerful mental healer, balancing the right-left hemispheres of the brain and trainsmuting negative thought patterns into positive ones. This stone brings the mental processes, the chakra, and the biomagnectic sheath into alignment. It is helpful treating paranoia and for overcoming dyslexia, as it improves hand-to-eye coordination and the assimilation and translation of coded information. Physically, Tourmaline releases tension, which makes it helpful in spinal adjustments. It balances male-female energy within the body.

Healing: The striations along the side of Tourmaline enhance energy flow, making it an excellent stone for healing, energy enhancement and removal of blockages. Each different colors of Tourmaline ha its own speciafic healing ability. Position:Pleace or wear as appropriate. To stimulate meridians, place with the tip pointing in the same direction as the flow. Excellent for gem essences which work quickly and efficiently. Information from The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall

All About Garnet

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:17:00 -0400

I'll be posting more information on other crystals when time permits :D Meantime, these are the attributes of garnet.

Available Colors: Red, Pink, Green, Orange, Yellow, Brown & Black

Appearance: Transparent or translucent crystal, often small and faceted or larger opaque piece

Rarity: Red are the common ones.

Source: Worldwide

Attributes: Garnet is a powerfully energizing and regenerating stone. It cleanses and re-energizes the chakra. It revitalizes, purifies and balance energy, bringing serenity or passion as appropriate. It is said to be able to warn approaching danger and was long ago carried as a protective tailsman. Garnet is one of the most plentiful stones. It has several forms according to its mineral base, each of which have different properties in addition to the geneeric attributes. Garnet inspires love & devotion. It balances the sex drive and alleviates emotional disarmony. Red garnet in particular stimulates the controlled rise of kundalini energy and aids sexual potency. This is a stone of commitment. Garnet is a useful crystal to have in a crisis. It is particularly helpful in situations where there seems to be no way out or where life has fragmented or is traumatic. It fortifies, activiates, and strengthens the survival instinct, bringig courage and hope into seemingly hopeless situations. Crisis is turned into a challenge under Garnet;s influence. It also promotes mutual assistance in times of trouble. Garnet has a strong link with pituitary gland and can stimulate expanded awareness and past-life recall. Garnet activates other crystals, amplifying their effect. It clears negative chakra energy. Square-cut garnets are said to bring success in bussiness matters. Psychologically, Garnet sharpen your perceptions of yourself and other people. It dissolves ingrained behaviour patterns that are no longer serving you and bypasses resistance or self-induced unconscious sabotage. Mentally, Garnet helps you to let go of useless or old or obsolete ideas. Emotionally, Garnet removes inhibitions & taboos. It opens up the heart & bestows self-confidence.

Healing: Garnet regenerates the body. It stimulates the metabolism. Garnet treats spinal & cellular disorders, purifies and re-energizes the blood, heart & lungs, and regenerates DNA. It assists assimilation of minerals and vitamins.

Position: Earlobes, finger or over the heart. Wear in contact with skin. Place on the skin as approate in healing.

Information extract from: The Crystal Bible, a definitive guide to crystals by Judy Hall

Fleamarket @ Changi Village & Sunset Way

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:39:00 -0400

Fleamarket @ Changi Village, Blk 5, from 5pm to 1am

Every Saturday

This coming Labour Day, 1st May, fleamarket will be on.

Fleamarket @ Sunset Way, main atrium, from 11am to 8pm

Every Sunday

Come visit the stall!

Secretaries's Week in April 2009

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:40:00 -0400

Secretaries' Week - This annual event was originally organized in 1952 as "National Secretaries Week" by the National Secretaries Association (now known as the International Association of Administrative Professionals)

It was established as an effort to recognize secretaries for their contributions in the workplace, and to attract people to secretarial/administrative careers.

This Secretaries' Week, reward your secretary with a gift she've always wanted.

It will be one of the Best Secretaries' Week Gifts you can ever give and one that your secretary will truly appreciate.

Customize this gift according to your budget. Gift wrapping included.

Email to: karenlyn.roxanne@yahoo.com for more information.

More Earrings - Simple & Trendy

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:31:00 -0500

Check out the earrings sections. I've uploaded more earrings, they are simple with a unique handmade ear wire.

These are some of them

Valentine's Day - Love Poems & Love Quotes

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:59:00 -0500

Heaven Sent

Love ruled the day when the angels came to meet
Sweeping them up and off of their feet
Neither of them knowing what the future would bring
Two hearts together and one diamond ring
Today it’s a promise, so sweet and so pure
Together forever, for love shall endure

A blessing from above, this story is told
A love to last a lifetime and a hand to hold
It was no accident that this came to be
Now you must realize that it really takes three
So, go hand and hand to a future unknown
Knowing that with the Lord, you will never be alone

With the angels still near and dear to the heart
This couple shall prosper and never grow apart
For it’s not always the eye that is the first to see
What really matters in life and what is meant to be
So remember that to love is time well spent
And what brought you two together was heaven sent

- Cheyenne Cole -

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There is only one happiness in life,
to love and be loved.

- George Sand -

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What Is It That I Love?

If asked why I love her I would say
It’s the sway in her hips,
the thickness in her thighs.
It’s the lust in her lips,
the love in her eyes.
It’s the softness of her skin,
the silk in her hair.
It’s the twist in her walk;
it’s the sweetness in her talk.
It’s the way she loves me
that makes me love her each day.
That is what I would say.

- Justin Hutchins -

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The Magic Of Love

Love is like magic
And it always will be.
For love still remains
Life's sweet mystery!!
Love works in ways
That are wondrous and strange
And there's nothing in life
That love cannot change!!
Love can transform
The most commonplace
Into beauty and splendor
And sweetness and grace.
Love is unselfish,
Understanding and kind,
For it sees with its heart
And not with its mind!!
Love is the answer
That everyone seeks...
Love is the language,
That every heart speaks.
Love can't be bought,
It is priceless and free,
Love, like pure magic,
Is life's sweet mystery!!

- Helen Steiner Rice -

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Love Survives

Time to share is always there

I peered thru life
Ever avoiding strife
But now am undone
My barriers broken
For one has found me

Reached in and unbound me

Her love has burst my bonds
And set music to my songs
Her need for me
And mine for she
Has made my Winter Spring

A new start
With hammering heart
We color the world with our dream
Nothing is as it did seem
The darkness of my solitude is done
She - my rising sun.

- Robert K. Charron -

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Love is a moment that lasts forever...

- Julie Wittey -

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Love that is true never grows old.

- Elben Bano -

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Love is sweet, delicate, dreamy
an eternity of gorgeous moments.

- Sarah Montgomery -

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Love is so very special
Yet can make you feel so lost
It can arrive just like the springtime
And melt away like morning frost

You must find ways to nurture
Always grow your love with care
Never ever take for granted
The love that you both share

Mistakes are bound to happen
You may hurt each other's heart
Yet don't give up to easily
It will tear your love apart

Love resembles a bright flame
That lights a dark starry night
Never ever let this flame burn down
Rekindle with all your might

Take a moment every day
Look deep into each other's eyes
Never hesitate to show affection
Small gestures will keep a love alive

Talk openly about your feelings
Take time to show that you care
Treasure each and every moment
Because to find true love is rare

- Connie Thomas Lugo -

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I Know That I Have Found Her

To proclaim that I love her
Is so easy to say
And for that, I will tell her
In my own special way

Through meaningful words
And the warmth of my touch
Through these nights of romance
She deserves o' so much

She's trapped in my heart
She's always on my mind
She gives me her love
Our hearts intertwine

For the woman I love
I have searched my whole life
But I know that I have found her
Because I made her my wife

- Jeff Kovich -

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For The Husband

You'll not forget the day you wed.
(If you do, she'll have your head.)
But often, when you're feeling blue,
You'll think of the day she married you.
The memory of that magic day
Will warm your heart in the sweetest way.
The power of that wedding thought
Rekindles love for the one you've caught.
So, on the day of your wedding vows,
Remember all the where's and how's.
Look around you once in a while.
Catch the moments that'll make her smile.
For someday when she needs a hug, too,
She'll think of the day she married you.

- Beth Riley -

More poems & quoyes @ http://www.lovepoemsandquotes.com

GONG XI FA CAI - HAVE A PROSPEROUS LUNAR NEW YEAR!

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:05:00 -0500

Dear friends,

Been busy preparing for Chinese Lunar New Year, but still managed to squeeze out some pieces of work.

Check out my photo gallery ;)

Wishing all Wealth & Health & many more blessings to come this Lunar New Year.

Cheers!

Customize Items

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:48:00 -0500

I was commissioned to customize these few items over the weekend. :)

Rose Quartz & Garnet Bracelet with Sterling Silver clasp

This pair is a Bull (Ox) Jade Carving Earring

Mystic Knots Jade Earring

I made this bracelet for Claudia sometime back in Nov 2007, as I was spring cleaning, I found it, thought I could share with you ;)

I'll publishing more information on jewelry making & materials soon.

Costs of Running Your Own Business - Jewelry Making

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:30:00 -0500

Dear friends,

I've just received an article from House of Gems & I would like to share this information with you.

Costs of running your business:
These can include: Tools; Displays; Stationary; Cards; Licenses; Professional insurance policies; Returns; Repairs; Workspace (a room or space set aside for your work and storage); Lessons and classes; Bookkeeping or hiring a book keeper for your business and taxes; Sales forms; Charge card services and machines; Bank services and fees; Furniture; Maintaining stock and supplies (your money tied-up); Business publications; Telephone expenses; DSL line; Computer and peripherals; Close-up camera and lights; Postage; Delivery; Packaging; Auto mileage expenses; Extra electricity expenses; Employees or assistants (with employees come taxes, unemployment, and workers-comp insc.); Donations; Samples; Wear and tear; Depreciation; Etc.; and don't forget the time it takes you to run your business (if you were someone else's employee, you'd be paid for this time).

Costs of promoting your work:
Promotion expenses can include: Photos; Brochures; Web site and links; Yellow pages; Contests; Advertising; Donations; Etc, plus your time.

Costs of selling your creations:
Venues: Direct retail sales: Open a store; Art and Craft shows; Flea Markets; House parties; Mail order catalog; "Trunk shows"; Internet sales; E-Bay; Wear your creations at your "9 to 5" worksite and sell them; Etc.

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I'll try to post more information soon. ;)

Handmade Cuff Links

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 21:15:00 -0500

Dear friends,

I've just completed a pair of cuff links, more will be coming up ;). Getting ready for my Valentine's Collection :D. Cuff links are not just for men, in fact women now in their power suit wear them too. Drop me an email if you wanna have them customize to the color, gemstones or shape you want. Promotion package - 2 pairs from S$38.00 to S$45.00 - choose from single beads (1 pair) and multi-beads cuff links. (more than 20% off, no further discount given :P) - excluding M023/09 & M024/09.

This is the one I've done.

Front View

Back View

T-Bar

Clover

Round

Interviewed by Handmade Jewelry Club

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:42:00 -0500

I've been interviewed by Handmade Jewelry Club recently :D. It has been published, visit http://www.handmade-jewelry-club.com/ to view content.

Thanks to all who have supported me all these years ;).

Special thanks to Jane of Handmade Jewelry Club for giving me this opportunity to share my passion.

Happy New Year!

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:35:00 -0500

Wishing all a Prosperous 2009!

This year is going to be a tough year for many of us due to the global economic crsis. Nevertheless, I'm thankful for all the blessings I've received.

Chinese Lunar New Year is just 3 weeks away, if you are searching for the right gemstones to wear this lunar new year, these are the gemstones for your reference ;)

Rooster - Amethyst, Rubelite & Ruby

Pig - Light Blue gemstones, e.g. Aquamarine, Blue Topaz

Dog - Sapphire, Black Hematite, Black Tourmaline, Onyx, Obsidian, Black Agate, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Topaz

Sheep - Citrine, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Topaz, Yellow Diamond, Tiger's Eye, wear precious & semi-precious gemstones from the earth.

Horse - Red cabochon Garnet, Carnelian, Red Jasper or Coral. Wear mystic knot or longevity symbol to bring beneficial luck.

Rabbit - Dark blue and/or black color stones. Sapphire, Black Hematite, Onyx, Obsidian, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Topaz.

Dragon - Wear jade for wealth, Diamond for love.

Snake - Diamonds, White Quartz, Faceted bracelets & necklaces. Wear Ruby & Rubelite for love.

Tiger - Red stones - Rubelite, Ruby, Garnet, Carnelian, Red Agate

Rat - Clear stones, Diamonds, White Quartz. Wear blue stones for love.

Ox - Red stones - Garnet, Carnelian, Red Jasper, Coral

Monkey - Wear yellow stones & gold. E.g. Citrine, Yellow Topaz.

Useful Links:

1. Horoscope - http://www.astrosage.com/horoscope/2009-horoscope-astrology.asp

2. Chinese Zodiac - http://my.horoscope.com/getChineseHoroscope.asp?sign=10&day=5&month=1&year=2009

Customize Items

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:16:00 -0500

Recently there's been many customized items (you may find them below), a friend has just gone through chemotheraphy and was asking me if there's any crystals that will help healing cancer. I did some reading & research and found out that Sugilite is a excellent healing stone especially for caner patients, another crystal that will help during chemotheraphy is Smoky Quartz. I bought a Sugilite bracelet on his behalf from my supplier and told him to try it out. It's has been 3 days and I've just met up with him today, according to his feedback, Sugilite does helps relieve pain, he managed to rest pretty well for the last 2 nights.

I appreciate if anyone that has any other experiences to share with us here, any other crystal are welcome

As we know, some women usually suffers menstrual cramps, some even have got to rest in bed for a couple of days. I was reading on this topic & found out that Chrysocolla is an excellent stone for women who have such problem. I did managed to get hold of this crystal & made it into a bracelet, sold to a friend who has the same problem. I'll get the feedback from her in a couple of weeks & post it in the blog.

These are the pretties I've made recently.....

Before

After

Lapis Lazuli with Bronze Swarovski Bi-Cone Necklace

Re-string the pearl necklace & change the clasp into 14k Gold-filled

The following 2 items were made from 5 Aventurine beads.

Pendant

Earring

Loose Pearls was given to me to string them up.

This is the Chrysocolla Bracelet I've mentioned above.
S$150 (Sterling silver clasp)

This bracelet belongs to Irene
She was so happy today when she received it.

10mm Burmese Jade beads wrapped with 14k Gold filled wire.
S$190.00

She wore it right away

This lock necklace has been transformed to .....

Handbag Charm - After

White Jade on rope was transformed to ...

A long necklace

There are more new items in the latest collection section. I'll update the details asap, meantime, if you have any query, drop me an email @ karenlyn.roxanne@yahoo.com

Cheers......

Gemstones

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:41:00 -0500

I'm looking for suppliers that supply beautiful gemstones.

These are the gems:

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 0.61 ct.
Size: 5.66 x 4.66 x 2.44 mm
Color: Pink
Shape: Oval Facet
Clarity: VS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 0.67 ct.
Calibrated: 5 mm
Exact Size: 5.17 x 3.07 mm
Color: Light Blue
Shape: Round Facet
Clarity: VVS-VS

IOLITE
Weight: 0.81 ct.
Calibrated: 8 X 6 mm
Exact Size: 7.63 x 5.76 x 3.44 mm
Color: Violet Blue
Shape: Oval Portuguese Cut
Clarity: VVS-VS

AMETRINE
Weight: 0.86 ct.
Size: 5.67 x 5.45 x 4.25 mm
Color: Bi-Color
Shape: Square Facet
Clarity: VS

CITRINE
Weight: 0.97 ct.
Size: 6.05 x 6.03 x 3.83 mm
Color: Yellow Golden
Shape: Square Facet
Clarity: VVS-VS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 0.97 ct.
Calibrated: 7 X 5 mm
Exact Size: 6.68 x 4.97 x 3.17 mm
Color: Yellow Golden
Shape: Oval Facet
Clarity: VVS-VS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 0.98 ct.
Size: 5.84 x 3.29 mm
Color: Blue
Shape: Round Facet
Clarity: VS

MYSTIC TOPAZ
Weight: 0.98 ct.
Calibrated: 7 X 5 mm
Exact Size: 7.09 x 5.2 x 3.56 mm
Color: Pure Pink
Shape: Oval Portuguese Cut
Clarity: VVS

TOURMALINE
Weight: 1.01 ct.
Size: 5.93 x 4.68 mm
Color: Black
Shape: Round Portuguese Cut
Clarity: Opaque

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 1.04 ct.
Calibrated: 7 X 5 mm
Exact Size: 7.02 x 5.04 x 3.3 mm
Color: Orange
Shape: Oval Facet
Clarity: VS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 1.05 ct.
Size: 5.82 x 5.22 x 3.94 mm
Color: Light Blue
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: VS

RUBY
Weight: 1.08 ct.
Size: 6.19 x 3.36 mm
Color: Pink Red
Shape: Round Facet
Clarity: VS-SI

AMETHYST
Weight: 1.12 ct.
Size: 7.94 x 5.99 x 4.27 mm
Color: Violet
Shape: Cushion Checkerboard Cut
Clarity: VVS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 1.13 ct.
Size: 6.79 x 5.67 x 2.91 mm
Color: Yellowish Green (OLIVE)
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: VVS-VS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 1.14 ct.
Size: 6.46 x 5.91 x 3.36 mm
Color: Pink Red
Shape: Oval Facet
Clarity: VVS-VS

AMETHYST
Weight: 1.1 ct.
Size: 5.99 x 5.97 x 4.19 mm
Color: Violet
Shape: Square Facet
Clarity: VS

SAPPHIRE
Weight: 1.1 ct.
Calibrated: 7 X 5 mm
Exact Size: 6.93 x 4.92 x 3.88 mm
Color: Light Orange
Shape: Oval Facet
Clarity: VS-SI

TOURMALINE
Weight: 1.27 ct.
Size: 7.45 x 5.47 x 4.26 mm
Color: Bronze Rose
Shape: Oval Facet
Clarity: VS

AMETHYST
OVAL CUT APPROX 7MM X 9MM

FLUORITE
Weight: 18.93 ct.
Size: 18.86 x 18.76 x 9.87 mm
Color: Multicolor
Shape: Trillion Portuguese Cut
Clarity: IF

MORGANITE
Weight: 2.03 ct.
Size: 9.38 x 8.2 x 5.44 mm
Color: Light Pink
Shape: Trillion Portuguese Cut
Clarity: VVS-VS

QUARTZ
Weight: 3.66 ct.
Size: 11.66 x 9.42 x 6.21 mm
Color: Lemon
Shape: Oval Portuguese Cut
Clarity: IF

AQUAMARINE
EMERALD CUT 6MM X 8MM

AQUAMARINE
ROUND 5MM TO 8MM

WHITE TOPAZ
PRINCESS CUT 6MM X 6MM

7MM BLUE TOPAZ

WHITE TOPAZ
OVAL 7MM X 9MM

SMOKY QUARTZ
10MM X 10MM

RUTILE QUARTZ
16MM X 12MM

RUTILE QUARTZ
OVAL 25MM X 20MM

EMERALD
ROUND 6MM TO 9MM

PERIDOT
ROUND 6MM TO 9MM

PERIDOT
EMERALD 7MM X 9MM

GARNET
EMERALD 7MM X 9MM

CITRINE
Weight: 3.56 ct.
Size: 11.81 x 9.67 x 5.21 mm
Color: Yellow Golden
Shape: Cushion Checkerboard Cut
Clarity: VVS

Other gemstones in stands that I'm sourcing for:

Faceted Teardrops

E.g.Amethyst

E.g. Garnet

E.g. Tourmaline

E.g. Smoky Quartz

Teardrop Faceted in: Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Carnelian, Emerald, Fluorite, Garnet, Iolite, Labradorite, Moonstone, Onyx, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Sapphire (in many other colors), Smoky Quartz,
Tiger's Eye, Tourmaline (multi color & pink), Turquoise, Lemon Quartz, Champagne Quartz, Ruby etc.

Rondelle

E.g. Carnelian

SAPPHIRE RONDELLE FACETED

Ruby

MALACHITE RONDELLE

Faceted Rondelle: Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Carnelian, Emerald, Fluorite, Garnet, Iolite, Labradorite, Moonstone, Onyx, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Sapphire (in many other colors), Smoky Quartz,
Tiger's Eye, Tourmaline (multi color & pink), Turquoise, Lemon Quartz, Champagne Quartz, Ruby etc.

Anyone who can recommend any other supplier, please contact me via email @ karenlyn.roxanne@yahoo.com

Many items sold over the weekend :)

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:53:00 -0500

I'm so glad that I've sold many pieces of my jewelry over the weekend.
4 pendants, 3 necklaces, 1 bracelets, 3 pairs of earrings, 2 rings & many other items has been reserved.

All of the above thanks to the people who appreciate my hardwork & to those online shopping directories that I've posted my website.

More people are shopping online now and I've customers that are concern with the quality of the goods purchased. Some have feedback to me that the actual item and the photos online vary. To gain more confident from the consumers/buyers who shop online, we should at least provide the details and exact description of the item. Deliver the goods promptly and state all terms & conditions clearly.

All are welcome to give your feedback on your online shopping experience.

Two-Tone Prong Ring with Faceted Gemstones

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 02:00:00 -0400

I've finally completed my prong rings. Using sterling silver wire & 14K gold-filled wire wrapped with faceted gemstones - sapphire, citrine & light amethyst. I do have other gemstones (Garnet - oval & round, Blue Topaz - emerald, Amethyst - pear & White Topaz - marquis) available. Customize your own ring, more gemstones are coming soon. You are welcome to enquire on the charges of the rings.

Click on the image to view more of the prong rings.

About Feng Shui & the Accessories

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 04:27:00 -0400

Jadeite - Stone of Weath, Health and Harmony

Will wearing jade bring you protection, luck and happiness? Only if you wear the right type, colour and shape.

Jade is a gemstone like no other. It?s ?Qi? (Energy power) is that which no other gemstone and crystals can be compared to.

Preferably to wear jade that will harmonise with your elements, synergise with your lifestyle, and enhance your well-being and good fortunes.

. Understanding the symbolic meanings of jade carvings?
http://www.mingjade.com/jade-patterns/

Amethyst Caves

Amethyst caves are the most authentic and effective method employed by Feng Shui Masters to remedy a place with a weak mountain star. Weak mountain star will cause the residents to suffer from bad relationship and health. Amethyst caves contain massive amounts of energy from the earths and mountains and will strengthen this most important facet of the place. The exact location of the mountain star can only be discovered after Feng Shui consultation. Some places that naturally enjoy a strong mountain star do not need an amethyst cave. It is crucial that the amethyst cave is placed at the correct position. Doing otherwise will invite drastic circumstances that might range from accidents to lost of wealth. Also, a second hand amethyst cave is highly not recommended. Crystals are capable of storing messages; negative aura from the previous owner will inflict bad luck on the present owner of the cave.

Other than the most crucial mountain and water stars in the residence to be taken care of , other corners are equally important in ensuring a harmonious and prosperous living. There are many Feng Shui ornaments that will enhance the good ?Qi? and ward off the negative energy, but the pre-requisite criterion is the authenticity and how natural the material of the ornament is.

Feng Shui Remedies For Studies And Promotion

In the ancient times, when the Feng Shui Master points out the corner where the literati star falls, a seven storey high pagoda would be erected at that location.

Today, it would be unfeasible to imitate the ancients. Since we cannot win be quantity, we win by quality. The essences of earth - crystals, jade and wood are used to carve into pagoda.

Both the clear quartz and green aventurine pagodas will enhance the good ?Qi? of the literati star when placed in the correct position.

Feng Shui Remedies For Health And Protection

Many people believe the Pixiu (Bi Xie, Pi Yao), a mythical creature of the orient, possesses the abilities to ward off evils, protect the owner and garner wealth. However, it is important to realize many a times it is not the carving but the material that makes the difference.

The material contains the energy of the five elements and ornaments of these natural materials will be able to ward off evil, giving you and your family protection and good health.

Both the black obsidian pixiu and the black obsidian hulu (gourd) capable of resolving legal matters, conflicts and fights.

While black obsidian is commonly believed in both western and in the orient to be able to absorb negative energies, the shape of the hulu (gourd) can prevent disintegration and decomposing, keep things in within fresh.

To ward off malefactors and invite benefactors, the black obsidian long gui (dragon tortise) is often used. It can also help resolve legal conflicts.

The long gui (dragon tortise) is the eldest son of the dragon, bearing a dragon head and a body of a tortoise. It is a symbol of someone with high social status.

Feng Shui Remedies For Wealth And Fame

The yellow calcite pixiu has the ability to enhance the chances of windfall when placed in the correct position.

Carved into a pixiu, its powers and functions differ from those carved from black obsidian and bronze.

Fame is not only for celebrities, it is just as important for businesses. To enhance the fame and glory of your residence, your business and even just for yourself, the rose quartz crystal ball is used.

Feng Shui Remedies For Romance

Romance is important for a harmonious lifestyle. Romance can also be interpreted as how well-liked by others a person is.

Specifically, to amplify the opportunities in your love life, rose quartz rabbit is recommended.

Similarly, the green aventurine rabbit will enhance the flower of romance, but it will bring you a person with different personality from the rose quartz rabbit.

Religious Accessories

Feng Shui is in no manner an advocate of any religion. Nor does it conflict with any beliefs or practices. Feng Shui is the harmonization of elements in the compound, allowing the positive to blossom and the ill to fade away. Meditation and praying in locations of residents with the most auspicious energy will heighten the chances of your wishes coming true. Other than that, the material of the idol you are praying to makes a difference as well. As mentioned, natural materials are the most recommended. E.g. Jade Cross Pendant, Goddess of Mercy Pendant.

Article extract from http://www.masteryun.com.sg/

Jewelry Care

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:10:00 -0400

I received this email from Beading Daily.com today and thought I should share with all my friends.

[At-home tarnish-busting remedies. (Article extract from Beading Daily.com)

Tarnish-Busting Formula
1. Choose a plastic or glass (never metal) pan that is deep enough so that when filled with water your tarnished jewelry will be covered.
2. Put a piece of aluminum foil in the bottom of the pan.
3. Pour near-boiling water into the pan.
4. Add a couple tablespoons of baking soda to the water.
5. Place the tarnished jewelry onto the piece of aluminum.
6. If necessary, add more baking soda to the dish until you see the tarnish coming off your piece. You should get a slight bubbling effect with an odd odor.

As soon as I got home that day I tried it, and guess what? It worked like a charm! I found I needed to take a soft toothbrush to some of the metal beads to get the tarnish completely off, but it didn?t take much. I?m not sure how the chemical reaction would affect gemstones or other beads, and I would never try it with a piece strung on silk, cotton, or nylon thread because of the hot water. But it went perfectly for this bracelet made of sterling silver, freshwater pearls, and crystals strung on beading wire.]

Try this & post any feedback. Thanks

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