Inspired Earrings!

I am so please to introduce you to the newest additions to the Charmed Design online store - earrings! In the same positive energy of my silk wraps, I have created a variety of wire wrapped earrings that compliment other Charmed Design pieces while adding something special to your unique look. Each pair is made by hand in my studio using artisan techniques and high end materials. I also make sure that each earring contains a whole array of positive energies to inspire and bless your life.

Each pair of earrings is made with a meaningful charm that will bring beauty and inspiration to your personal style. Some earrings are made with genuine Swarovski crystals while others are made with gemstones or pearls.

Shown above is the black onyx and Swarovski crystal earring set with Om charms... one of my favorites!

This pair is made from labradorite and freshwater pearl...

And this pair features the popular hamsa hand charm with smoky quartz...

See them all by clicking <here>.

Enjoy!

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Featured Wrap Bracelet Charm - Tree Of Life

The Tree Of Life is one of the oldest and most powerful symbols on the planet. Just about every culture across the world - and across time - has viewed the tree as a symbol for life, regeneration, healing, transformation, and growth. The symbol of the tree tends to evoke a sense of protection, abundance, and strength when we see it. This is because a tree can protect us from the weather, provide us with fruits and nuts, and continues to create season after season.

We can find amazing examples of tree of life symbolism in ancient Kabbalah texts, across India, throughout Asia, in Celtic Europe, and in America's First Nations. The interesting thing about these global symbols is that even though they have slightly different meanings depending on the culture they appear in, there are some powerful similarities that show up in every instance.

Some of the most powerful energies, ideals, and aspirations that the Tree of Life charm offers include:

• Protection : The tree shades us from the sun and provides a strong and stable place for us to take rest. For this reason, it has long been viewed as the perfect charm to give protection.
• Abundance : The tree blooms and gives delicious fruits, nuts, and seeds every year. This makes it the perfect reminder about the infinite possibilities of abundance that surround us.
• Gratitude : The tree gives and gives, even when we forget to thank it. Tree charms have long been used to remind people to take time for gratitude which opens the door to more great things in life!
• Journey : The tree goes from root to fruit, and it reminds us that all things are a process. We are all here to grow and create, and the ever-growing tree reminds us that life is a journey - not a destination.
• Spirituality : The tree stands firm on the earth just like we do - and it reaches up into the sky to receive limitless blessings form above. The beautiful branches of the tree remind us that we too can reach up and out to draw more energy, love, wisdom, and blessings into our lives at any moment.

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Including all of the powerful symbolism of the Tree Of Life Charm is easy when you wrap the energy around your wrist like armor and carry it out into your life! I have created many wrap bracelets that include the tree of life and other similar symbols to help you benefit from the secret and special meanings of this ancient symbol right here, right now in your life!

Click here to visit my store right now, and see my full collection of Tree Of Life Jewelry and all of my other inspiring designs!

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Handmade Charm Wrap Bracelets With A Message

Being mindful is one of the most powerful ways to improve your life. The more you think positive thoughts, remember things that have a positive influence on your life, and choose to follow the good things in life, the better your life will be! One of the most effective ways to keep the power of positive thought alive and well in your life is to wear symbolic jewelry that has a message. The handmade charm wrap bracelets I create each have a special message that keeps your spirits high and keeps the good energy coming in to your life!

Throughout time, people have relied on the symbolism and meaning in charm wrap bracelets to inspire, uplift, and empower. Just about every culture on the planet uses symbols and charms in one way or another, and in the modern world are are fortunate enough to have access to a world full of empowering sacred symbols.

Just a few of the most powerful charms I work with in the wrap bracelets I create include:

• Om - the ancient Hindu symbol that represents the 'All That Is'
• Peace - a modern symbol that reminds us to 'be the change we want to see in the world'
• Tree Of Life - a symbol used in many cultures that reminds us we are all connected, and are all part of the same living earth
• Buddha - a reminder to make sure that compassion, mindfulness, and serenity are part of our everyday lives
• Spiral - an ancient symbol that resonates with the shape of our galaxy, and that creates the way that thoughts unfold to become things
• Hamsa Hand / Hand Of Fatima - confers blessings of protection, peace, healing, and abundance

I also work with the power of colors, gemstones, and other symbols when I create my handmade charm wrap bracelets to ensure that each piece brings beauty and inspiration to every moment in your life. I like to think of these bracelets as a type of wearable meditation because they help add to the magic and beauty of our lives while at the same time keeping our minds focused on the positive path.

If you haven't taken time to browse the most popular charm wrap bracelets in my store, or the newest additions, now is a great time to see them for yourself! No matter what kind of message you want to bring into your life, I've got a wrap bracelet that will surround you with its good energy.

Check out my full wrap bracelet store HERE.

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The Meaning of the Hamsa

What does the Hamsa symbolize? I have always known that it is a symbol of protection, but in writing this post I discovered many other interesting facets of the Hamsa.

Hamsa Wrap Bracelet

It is a symbol dating back to prehistoric times and is an universal sign of protection. The hamsa protects by deflecting the destructive power of the evil eye. The evil eye represents the negative energies that can arise from jealousy, hatred, and envy.

It is often made of something shiny or reflective in order to reflect off the evil.

While used in numerous cultures, the word Hamsa, meaning five, has additional symbolic meaning in the Jewish and Islamic traditions.

In Judaism, it represents the five books of the Torah for Jews. It also symbolizes the fifth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, "Heh", which represents one of God’s holy names. It is often thus called the Hand of God.

Many Jews believe that the five fingers of the hamsa hand remind its wearer to use their five senses to praise God.

The Hamsa hand is also a popular talisman with Muslims, who call it the Hand of Fatima, referring to the daughter of Mohammed. Fatima is described as a faithful, holy, woman.

Also, to the Muslims, the Hamsa sometimes refers to the five pillars of Islam, the foundation of Muslim life:

• Faith or belief in Muhammad;
• Establishment of the daily prayers;
• Concern for and helping the needy;
• Self-purification through fasting; and
• The pilgrimage to Mecca

 The Hamsa means many things to many cultures, which is why it is one of my favorite symbols to use.  See more of my designs which include the Hamsa HERE.

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My Etsy Story (or how I became a jewelry designer)

The charmed design 1012 line came into being as something constructive and positive to do while I recovered from a sudden and life threatening illness.

Two years ago, I woke to find myself in an intensive care unit with absolutely no knowledge of how I got there. I learned that I had become ill from an infection that was a side effect of a routine tooth extraction. I came very close to dying, had several life saving surgeries, and am blessed to be here today.

Though the illness caused me to lose my job, home, and life as I knew it, surviving such a near death experience has made me feel and believe that I am indeed - CHARMED. Hence my name, Charmed Design 1012.

one of my first bracelets

After a month or two of creating, I had a pile of pretty bracelets and, after encouragement from my very supportive family, decided to open up shop on Etsy.com. My shop has been open a year now and is enjoying growing success. I also sell my jewelry in boutiques and galleries throughout the US.

Out of tragedy has come something beautiful. I have a career that I love and I am getting healthier by the day.  My jewelry reflects my experience and love for life. I share this by exploring the fascinating world of symbols that have traditionally surrounded and directed us.  Each piece is designed to be full of meaning and beautifully unique. My jewelry is all about feeling good and looking gorgeous.


Visit my Etsy shop HERE.

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