Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Turquoise and Friends

Turquoise Tortoise Fetish

Colorful “fetish” type necklace, gemstone fetish animals connected with 4mm heishe of genuine Turquoise (which is getting more and more scarce), Tiger Eye and Leopardskin Jasper. 22" with a sterling silver lobster claw clasp, genuine Turquoise nuggets and a Unakite Tortoise.  Similar necklaces go for close to $200 online.  This one’s definitely one-of-a-kind at a bargain price of only $75.


Turquoise  and Silver

Love Turquoise?   Check out this delicate necklace made of turquoise tubes and silver.  In the 13th century, turquoise was the stone to wear if you didn’t want to fall off a horse, building, or precipice, or have a house fall on your head.   20" with barrel clasp.  Quality turquoise is NOT cheap and this one was originally $50.  Your treasure found at only $25.  You can't even buy the stones for that!

 

Turquoise Boulder Mountain

How about a "make a statement" necklace? Genuine turquoise is getting rarer and more expensive.  This one has thirteen huge chunks of it along with turquoise pebbles. The turquoise appears to possibly be acrylic coated for stability.

 These stones are said to protect from danger; bring communication skills to emotional issues, help sleep better and remember dreams.  Includes pebbles and heishi of different stones including but not limited to: petrified wood agate, poppy jasper, dark oyster shell. Also 8mm spheres of  interesting Leopardskin jasper. Wouldn't mind keeping this one of a kind beauty… Continuously strung about 24"…   Priced at $39.  



Turquoise Boulder Mesa

  This one has three huge chunks of it along with lots of turquoise pebbles and chips. The turquoise appears to possibly be acrylic coated for stability.

    Includes pebbles and chips of MANY different stones including but not limited to: mookaite, wood agate, moss and crazy late agate, mahogany obsidian, sodalite, Indian agate, pyrite, autumn & rainforest jasper, rhodonite. Wouldn't mind keeping this one of a kind beauty… Continuously strung about 25"…   Priced at $35.  





Turquoise Fetish~~

Ever had a dream to own a genuine Turquoise fetish” type necklace? This one's  connected with 4mm amazonite & jaspers,  genuine Turquoise nuggets and teardrops. The fetishes include jasper & moss agate bears, Mugglestone thunderbirds, Agate eagles and jasper horses. It goes with just about any of the subdued tone colors.  This one’s definitely one-of-a-kind at a bargain price. 28" continuously strung.  Triple it for a unique bracelet.

Comparable necklaces sell for $80.  Specially priced at only $35.



Friday, September 3, 2021

Southwest Scene Collection and More

Most are inspired by timeless real places in the Southwest.  If you see one that's been sold, check with me.  I MIGHT be able to make one similar.

Yellowstone

If you have visited Yellowstone Nat’l Park and wished you could take a piece home with you, this is for you.  Your Yellowstone necklace will be a wonderful reminder of a magical place…from the turquoise pools to the yellow rocks, to the mountain of obsidian and soothing forests. Made of: 8mm  Golden and Autumn jasper; Amazonite; Black and Snowflake Obsidian; Crazy Lace Agate, Green and Gold Moss agate. Interspersed with small Rainforest and Wood Jasper nuggets.  There is even a Picture Jasper Bear!  Stones in it are comforting,  protective,   great for communication, especially listening. For decision making in times of dilemma; brings the best possible decision between opposing sides.  Connects with realm of nature. 

27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet. Priced at $28.


Prismatic Spring

If you have visited Yellowstone Nat’l Park and experienced the gorgeous Prismatic Spring, you probably wished you could take at least a piece home with you.  This necklace will be a wonderful reminder of a magical place…those turquoise pools surrounded by flowing ribbons of orange and tan. Crafted of 4-8mm  Chrysocolla, Amazonite, Picture Jasper, Orange Moss Agate, Tiger Eye, Carnelian, Peach Aventurine and Ocean Jasper.  There is even a Picture Jasper Bear!  Stones in it are comforting,  protective,   great for communication, especially listening. For decision making in times of dilemma; brings the best possible decision between opposing sides. 

26-27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet. Priced at $32.   SOLD!!

Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone NP






Wind River

Want to be swept away in spirit to the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming?

 This beautiful, intriguing necklace is made Of 8mm spheres and small nuggets that echo the colors of forest and mountain~~Made of Picture, Porcelain, Autumn, Rainforest, Leopardskin and Ocean Jaspers; Crazy Lace and Moss Agates.

All of these are extremely protective stones--spreading soothing, quieting energy. Assists in enhancing visualization, meditation and nature connections.

 26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet. Priced at $24.



 

Time Catcher

Made of:  A variety of Ocean Jaspers, Creamy Honey Aragonite & Petrified Wood Agate               Properties:  peace of mind--Calming, relaxing, especially for meditation. Help release deep emotions in a more peaceful way. Promotes grounding, protection, security; courage, analytical qualities, perception. Heightens awareness in addition to balancing and stabilizing one's ability to handle the input from increased awareness. Balances aura, especially good when one feels overwhelmed by responsibilities.

   27-28”=$32




Antelope Island  ~~If you have visited Antelope Island in Utah and wished you could take a piece home with you, this necklace is for you.  It will be a wonderful reminder of a magical place.  Even has a jasper bison!  Crafted of:  Blue Aventurine, Moss Opal, Charcoal Rhyolite, Chocolate Obsidian, Botswana Agate, Mookaite and the Jaspers of Picasso, Rainforest, Ocean and Picture.    Spreads soothing, protective quieting  energy. Can be tripled for a unique bracelet.  4mm-10mm stones,     27" continuously strung.  Priced at only $33. .  SOLD!


Bear Lake

If you have visited Bear Lake, Utah and wished you could take a piece home with you, this is for you.  Your necklace will be a wonderful reminder of a magical place…from the soft sand beaches to the myriad colors of blue water. Made of: 8mm  Sunset Dumortierite, Desert Lapis, Blue Aventurine and Angelite. Interspersed with 4 mm Leopardskin and Picture Jasper.  There is even a Leopardskin Bear!  Stones in it are comforting,  protective,   great for communication, especially listening. For decision making in times of dilemma; brings the best possible decision between opposing sides.   

27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet. Priced at $29.


Oak Creek Ridge

 Named after a ridge in central Utah, near Fairview Canyon. Brings to mind rock ridges and water features. Gorgeous mystical combination of  6-8 mm Pietersite ( also known as Eagle Eye, Tiger Opal or Tempest Stone), Sunset Dumortierite, Tiger Eye, Tiger Iron, Sodalite and Leopardskin Jasper.  Glows with a golden chatoyancy on many of the stones.

Protective and powerful, Provides stamina when subjected to harsh environments,.   Assists in building self esteem and image.  Enhances courage and ability to maintain or create what is yours-- Helps with calming, particularly in survival situations, Brings energy in many ways.

26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet.  Priced at $29.


Timberline~~How about venturing into the mossy forests near the timberline?      This is a stunning necklace crafted in a range of   greens including the beautiful iridescent gray-green of labradorite, tan, brown and cream Leopardskin.  Also contains the forest green Kambaba Jasper, Bloodstone and Moss Agate. Top it off with a smattering of charcoal gray and cream.   May enhance intellectual clarity and inner peace,  promote depth of feeling, calmness, and intuition, courage and protection and show us our clear path, giving strength to take action.  6 - 8mm continuously strung 26-27".  May be tripled for a stunning bracelet.  Priced at only $27. 


Vermilion Cliffs Bear~ Handcrafted of 6-8mm  Poppy & Leopardskin Jaspers, - an appealing blend of vermilion, burgundy, some cream, dark grays and brown  representing the second “stair” of the Grand Staircase Nat'l monument in Southern Utah. It even has a Leopardskin Bear!! Stones are said to help organizational abilities, relaxation, attunement and communication with animals. Encourage a positive attitude, strength to get things done.  26-27" continuously strung--can be tripled for a unique bracelet.  Priced at only $24.


Grand Staircase ~Catch a piece of Grand Staircase Nat’l Monument in southern Utah. “Stairs” are Chocolate cliffs (Chocolate Obsidian/Pietersite)  Vermillion Cliffs (Poppy Jasper), White Cliffs (Riverstone), Gray Cliffs (Botswana Agate/Gray Moonstone), and up to the Pink Cliffs (Rhodonite) of Bryce Canyon.  Desert vegetation is represented by (Autumn Jasper rice) and Sky by(Blue Lace Agate, Angelite, Sunstone, Moonstone). There is even a Mugglestone Eagle! 6mm-8mm stones

26-27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a unique bracelet.  Priced at $32.


Bear Creek Canyon

 A stunning combination of green, blue, ivory, beige, brown, gray.

Inspired by desert scenery, creeks and an evergreen filled canyon near Mt. Nebo, Utah. Crafted from 4-8 mm Picture Jasper, Moss Agate, Sunset Desert Lapis, Blue Aventurine and Gobi Agate. Even has a Jasper Bear!

Could promote abundance, success, prosperity and creativity.   Communicate with nature. Gives an eye for beauty, expression and concentration.  Handle change in a positive way; discover hidden talents, confidence to those who are shy or introvert allowing free expression.    26-27” continuous strung.  Can be tripled for a unique bracelet. Priced at only $27.


BearSymphony

How about a beautiful necklace that "goes with anything" in addition to capturing the properties of each gemstone? Bring together the harmony of instruments, each a part of a unity of purpose. Become acquainted with each stone.  Crafted of various 4 x 10 mm tubes and 4 mm spheres, including but not limited to: Moss Agate, Rhodonite, Pietersite, Poppy Jasper, Sodalite, and Amazonite. Even includes a Moss Agate Bear!!  26" continuously strung.   Budget priced at only $17  SOLD



LeafySymphony  Bring together the harmony of instruments, each a part of a unity of purpose. Become acquainted with each stone and its splendor and reason.  Crafted of Moss Agate leaves, rice, chunks; Water Jade eggs, Rhodonite chips, Carnelian rice, Freshwater pearl pebbles, Turquoise nuggets, Apple jasper rondells, Indian agate nuggets and maybe a few more.

26-27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a unique bracelet. Priced at only $15



Ponderosa Canyon~~Named after a canyon in southern Utah, near the Escalante River. Brings to mind rock ridges, evergreens and water features. Crafted of  Dumortierite, Botswana Agate, Picture Jasper, Bloodstone and Leopardskin Jasper.  Protective and powerful-- Provides stamina when subjected to harsh environments,.   Assists in building self esteem and image.  Enhances courage and ability to maintain or create what is yours. 27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet.  Priced at $27.


Grizzly Gulch

  Named after a canyon in central Utah, near Spring City. Brings to mind rock ridges and dusty trails and shadows of evergreens. Gorgeous combination of  4 - 8 mm Ocean Jasper, Picture Jasper, Tiger Eye, Mugglestone, Charcoal Rhyolite and Leopardskin Jasper.  Even has a Leopardskin Bear!

Protective and powerful, Provides stamina when subjected to harsh environments,.   Assists in building self esteem and image.  Enhances courage and ability to maintain or create what is yours-- Helps with calming, particularly in survival situations, Brings energy in many ways.

26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet.  Priced at $28.



Symphony Of Nuggets 

Bring together the harmony of instruments, each a part of a unity of purpose. Become acquainted with each stone and its splendor and reason.  Crafted of tiny 4-5mm nuggets of Pyrite, Carnelian, Rose Quartz, Tiger Eye, Water Jade, Moss Agate, Malachite, Sodalite, Onyx, Amazonite and the Jaspers of Dalmatian, Red and Rainforest.

26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a unique bracelet. Priced at only $16.



Oyster Shell Reef

There is a real Oyster Shell Reef near the Waterpocket Fold in Capitol Reef. How about this unusual, beautiful necklace ?  Goes with almost anything.

Crafted of:  5 - 8 mm Natural Mother of Pearl, Rainforest Jasper, Orbicular Jasper and Agate, African and Australian Opal Jasper.  Even a couple of tiny shells.

Properties include:    Protection, Self esteem and image, nurturing,    Calming of nerves.   Said to encourage peace of mind and an eye for seeing, creating and maintaining beauty.     

26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled as a beautiful bracelet.  Priced at only $24   SOLD!

Windwalker  (sold)

How about a beautiful, intriguing necklace is made of 8mm spheres and 4 mm magnetic hematite? A perfect partner with denim~~Crafted of African Opal, Desert Lapis and Montana Blue Moss Agate. The agate spheres are not really "mossy" and might be dyed blue.  But, still a pretty combination. The "opal" may or may not come from Africa, but is a nice jasper. The Dumortierite is definitely the REAL blue! and may even  improve ability to stand firm, keep resolve, and provide stamina when subjected to harsh environments.   Even has a Mugglestone Eagle!

 All of these are extremely protective stones--at any rate.

 26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet. Priced at $24.

Mesa Verde

 A stunning combination of green, burgundy, brick red,  ivory, beige, gold, gray, vermilion, green with a smattering of cream. Named after the magical place of Mesa Verde NP. Celebrates the colors of cliff dwellings and surrounding greenery. Crafted from 4-8 mm African Opal Jasper; Green Forest Jasper; Red Lace, Poppy and Red Silver Leaf Jaspers; Golden Leaf Agate, Tiger Eye, and Botswana Agate.

Could promote abundance, success, prosperity and creativity.   Stones are said to be protective in addition to helping with organizational abilities, relaxation, attunement and communication with animals. Encourage a positive attitude, strength to get things done. Handle change in a positive way; discover hidden talents.    26” continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a unique bracelet. Priced at only $25.  SOLD.

 

Bear Trap Ridge (sold)

Inspired by a  geological feature near Mt. Nebo, Utah. Crafted from  6-8 mm Australian and African Opals, Orange Moss Agate,  Desert Lapis, Rhyolite and Leopardskin, Picture and Rainforest Jaspers. Even has a Leopardskin Jasper Bear!

Could promote protection, success, prosperity and creativity.    Handle change in a positive way; discover hidden talents, confidence to those who are shy or introvert allowing free expression.    26” continuous strung.  Can be tripled for a unique bracelet. Priced at only $27.






Friday, August 27, 2021

Southwest Mesa Collection

 A collection of beautiful, earthy, handcrafted necklaces that celebrate the mesa country of the Southwest. Designed especially for protection and prosperity, made from mostly Jaspers and Agates. They are all one-of-a-kind. Most are crafted from 8 mm beads.

A 27” continuously strung, Can also be “tripled” and worn as a bracelet. ($24 and up) A 25" can be "nestled" with a longer necklace. There are countless creative ways to wear these.
Also available in shorter 18-19" inch with clasp (by special order) OR

Longer 48-50-" which can be worn with a donut pendant, doubled around the neck (can be worn 5 different ways) ($38-48)


EnchanteMesa

 Escape to a reminder of the shadows and landscapes of the southwest.  There really is an "enchanted mesa"…A huge monolith stands a few miles East of Acoma Pueblo, New Mexico, known because of the awe it inspires. This is a stunning necklace in a range of grays, browns, beige, greens, ivory and peach crafted from 6-8 mm Laboradorite, Peach and White Moonstone, Rhyolite (Rainforest) and Gobi Agate. The iridescence of many of the stones seems magical.

  Said to be Protective, nurturing, soothing to the nerves, For communication, especially listening and decision making in times of dilemma.  Get some insight into your destiny, dream recall, and finding ways to use dreams in daily life.  Enhance intellectual clarity and inner peace, depth of feeling, intuition and awareness.  26" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a beautiful bracelet.  Originally Priced at $45. Now only $35.  SOLD!


Checkerboard Mesa- is an actual landmark in Zion Nat’l Park with colors similar to those in the necklace. An appealing blend of virtually every shade of gray plus creams and occasional deep brown. Goes with just about anything. It's a meditative experience just staring at and touching these intriguing stones. Handcrafted of 8mm Moss Opal, Picasso Marble, Silver Leaf Jasper, Crazy Lace Agate, Gray Zoisite, Mookaite, Chocolate Obsidian & Picture Jasper. Properties include: Protection, success, prosperity, creativity, intellect, relaxation, soothing, common sense. Assisting in dispersions of dissention, congestion, crowds, overloaded schedules.
27" continuously strung. Can be tripled for a bracelet. Originally priced at $32. Now only $25.



Blue Mesa
Want a beautiful genuine gemstone necklace that “goes with” almost anything— especially denim? This one's made of 6-8mm Sodalite and Desert Lapis (Dumortierite). Add a pendant for versatility and more of a statement. Some of its purported properties include: dream recall & insight into destiny, attraction of success. Increased intuition, enhanced intellectual clarity and inner peace. Patience to recognize the "Right Time" for important events. Considered protective and helpful for anxiety and stress.
17.5" with silver lobster clasp, originally priced at $32, now $24.


Dark Mesa: -- Rainbow & Black Obsidian, Dark Horse Agate, Black and Smoky Onyx. Inspired by the dark mesa colors—charcoal, dark gray, black.
Find balance during times of change, see patterns in life and recreate them in a more beneficial way, and gain clear insight into problems. Said to induce visions and dreams which reveal to us our own part in the difficult areas of our lives. Shield from negativity and provide physical protection, believed to sharpen the wits and help change habits.
Continuously strung 27". Can be tripled as a bracelet. Price: $27.

Pink Sage Mesa
Are you looking for peace of mind, grounding, calming and patience? One of a kind necklace made from genuine semi-precious spheres of vibrant pink Rhodonite, breathtaking Rainforest Jasper, the unusual variegated pink and green Unakite and highlighted with 6 and 10 mm spheres of Lapis Nevada--a beautiful light pink, green, and white colored earth stone. Not from Nevada or Lapland. It isn't even Lapis, but a type of jasper found in the Orient. Purported properties include: Teaching how to "breathe" the emotions in and out, building and strengthening the emotional body. The green stabilizes and the pink goes in and helps to release stuck emotions. The white part soothes sensitive nerve sheaths.
Continuously strung 27". Can be tripled as a bracelet. Priced at $35   SOLD!

Cedar Mesa 27
Want a celebration of brown and sandstone mesa colors? A versatile, earthy necklace? This one's made of: 8mm Poppy Jasper, Leopardskin Jasper, Elephant Jasper, Crazy Lace Agate, Picture and Autumn Jaspers and Chrysanthemum Stone. Attract what we need, extremely protective, helps all forms of communication, energy to achieve goals, stop procrastinating Trickles in energy like fine beach sand that sparkles in the sun. soothing & quieting. Absorbs disharmony like sand placed on an oil spill. Enhances visualization. 27" continuously strung. Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet. Price: $25.

Nevada Mesa
How about a gentle, beautiful, unique necklace that echoes the desert landscapes of Utah and Nevada with mesa colors of Sage, Pink, Gray, Cream, Green, Terra Cotta and Sand? Made from Lapis Nevada, Moss Agate, Unakite, Water Jade, Chrysanthemum Stone and the Jaspers of Flower, Red SilverLeaf, Rainforest, Autumn and Picture. Goes with almost anything.
Softly soothing, helps open, build and strengthen the emotional body.
The green stabilizes and the pink infiltrates. The white part soothes sensitive nerve sheaths. Facilitates "breathing" the emotions in and out.
27" continuously strung 6 - 8 mm beads. Can be tripled for a bracelet. Priced at only $22.   SOLD!

Crazy Quilt Mesa--Inspired by the Crazy Quilt Mesa in Utah near Zion National Park.  Stunning shades of  ivory, cream, gold, peach, salmon, gray, tan, brown & charcoal. Contains 6-8 mm Crazy Lace Agate, Picture, Rainforest and Ocean Jaspers, Chrysanthemum Stone, Pietersite and Moss Opal. 

All agates and jaspers are protective.  Used to increase physical stamina and energy,  Allows one to laugh and see the "games" of the world, Said to help one remember dreams if placed under the pillow.

27" continuously strung--can be tripled for a unique bracelet.  Priced at $25.


Blue Shadow Mesa
Goes especially with denim. Handcrafted Of: 8mm Sodalite, Desert Lapis (Dumortierite), Blue Aventurine, Blue Tiger Eye and Rainbow Obsidian.
May have some mystical properties of dream recall & insights… attracting general success and prosperity. Increase intuition, enhance intellectual clarity and inner peace. It all sounds good Just looking at this one inspires relaxation. Can be tripled for a bracelet.
27" Continuously strung, priced at $28.


Jasper Mesa Chunky~~ Made of large chunky pebbles and 4mm. Bold, makes a statement necklace.
Jasper is generally opaque, of many different colors. All jaspers—encourage brotherhood; benevolence, good will, generosity, responsiveness. 18" with silvertone lobster clasp

Regular Price $32, on sale for $25.


 



Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Wild Horse Mesa Collection

 


Looking for an unusual, strikingly beautiful necklace that “goes with” almost anything? Imagine you're near a mesa watching wild horses. Look at all the colors---chocolate, bay, chestnut, black ,grey, dun, gold, cream, and shades of desert sand.

 The Wild Horse and Paint Horse Necklaces are generally fashioned of:  6-8mm Silver Leaf Jasper, Frog's Eye Jasper, Crazy Lace Agate, Picasso Jasper, Wild Horse Jasper, Palomino Jasper,  Mookaite, Tiger Opal (Pietersite), Tiger Iron, Obsidian, Dark Horse Agate, TigerSkin Jasper, Leopardskin Jasper, Zebra Jasper and Picture Jasper. Some of the stones resemble the markings of a paint horse. 

A 27” continuously strung, Can also be “tripled” and worn as a bracelet. ( around $27) A 25" can be "nestled" with a longer necklace. There are countless creative ways to wear these.
Also available in shorter 18-19" inch with clasp ($19) OR
Longer 48-50-" which can be worn with a donut pendant, doubled around the neck (can be worn 5 different ways) ($40)
You can choose a dominant color scheme or go with the entire gamut of colors...
Bracelet and/or Necklace Extender, 8" = $10
Properties:
Ultimately protective. Sleep better, remember & enhance dreams, communication. Laugh & see the games of the world. Increase physical stamina & energy., Retain your own boundaries—strength in confronting danger., Promotes relaxation, contentment, completion & organization, decision making., Protects during travel, energizing, uplifting and sustaining to the whole body. Calm nerves, and release deep emotions in a calmer way. Self esteem, courage, boosts morale.  Assists in all dispersions, of dissension, congestion, crowds, overloaded schedules. 



Longer version, looped with a fossil stone donut  



18" with silver lobster clasp, $19

Definitely one of a kind--27" continuously strung with a genuine natural turquoise horse. Not too eager to part with this one--$38  SOLD!


Green Appaloosa Mesa

There are no real green appaloosas that I know of—but, this is an interesting name for an attractive necklace crafted of 4-12 mm Kambaba, Ocean, Rainforest and Sesame Jaspers; Rhyolite; Smoky Quartz; Snowflake Obsidian and Moss Agate.  It even has a Snowflake Obsidian Horse!!

 It may help  promote  alertness, well-being, independence and quick-wittedness, while  relieving depression and anger.  Cooling, relaxing, soothing, and quieting.  Any circular patterns symbolize and help us realize that we are all interconnected and nature is a cyclical pattern. Can also help with circular breathing for healing or meditation. All jaspers are protective stones, and any orbs ("eyes") enhance this.

26-27" continuously strung.  Can be tripled for a stunning bracelet.  Priced at only $32.



Snowflake HorseMesa

Looking for a unique necklace with the colors of Southwestern Landscapes and Wild Horses? This one's made of all semi-precious gems including:  Palomino, Zebra, Apple and Picture Jaspers, Gobi Agate, Rhyolite, Obsidian, Golden Leaf, Howlite, Mookaite, Tiger Iron and Onyx in cremello, chocolate, bay, chestnut, black, grey, dun, sorrel, and shades of desert sand.   Some stones resemble the markings of a paint horse. There is even a Snowflake Obsidian Horse!!  These stones are said to be protective and enhance visualization, creativity, organizational abilities & aid in retaining boundaries.

27" continuously strung. Priced at only $29.  SOLD!