Testimonial

I started searching for a perfect birthday gift for Lady Rose last summer. Her bday was at the end of October and I should’ve had plenty of time. But, I will be honest in saying that between my daughter running away a couple of weeks prior to the big day and the turmoil my life has been in since I’ve been a very bad friend and never did manage to find the right item to thank her for all she means to me.

All that changed when one of our blogreaders, FoxChild, opened her own store Shades of Midnight. I knew immidiately that this would be where I would buy the present(s) and was thrilled when she began a 20% off sale just in time for me to make my purchase and have it on hand to give to Lady Rose during our visit on Saturday.

Not only is the site attractive & easy to navigate but the wares are simply put wonderful. Every jewelery item is made one at a time (once you buy it its gone from the site) and it is obvious from the feel of the items that they were crafted with not only skill but intent and focus. I also adore that she puts full decriptions on the site of the properties of each stone. I have to say that this particular set appealed to me not just because of its beauty but because of the decriptions of the stones. I picked out earrings and a necklace in Ruby in Zoisite, Garnet and Tourmalinated Quartz which according to her store-site:

Ruby in Zoiste is a Spirit element stone associated with the root/base, heart, and third eye chakras. This is a combination of both Ruby and Zoisite. It is a stone of rebirth of self, of inner and outer development and spiritual growth. Ruby brings with it a passion for life and vitality while Zoisite brings fertility and growth. It can assist in developing intuition and can bring about spiritual awakenings.

Garnet is another Earth stone and is associated with most chakras depending on its color. This stone can cleanse and energize the chakras. It is also great at grounding and manifesting a person’s dreams. Garnet has been used for protection and enhances the natural survival instinct. It can also boost confidence and overcome inhibitions.

Tourmalinated Quartz is a Spirit element stone associated with all the chakras. This is a wonderful stone to cleanse, purify and balance your energy. It can screen out negative energies and is great for protection. Tourmalinated Quartz can assist clear and positive thinking, helping one stay on their chosen path.
(emphasis mine)

I also picked out a gorgeous pendulum (as pretty as it looked on the site I was overwhelmed by its beauty upon arrival) with amethyst (Lady Rose’s favorite stone) and clear quartz.

Please consider checking out her store Shades of Midnight which is having a 20% off sale until 6/21/08. I may just go back myself and shop ahead for Yule.

Blessings

Mama Kelly