The Dragon is the most powerful sign in Chinese astrology. People who were fortunate enough to be born during this year are considered to be self-assured, flexible, innovative and fearless individuals.
It is possible to capture some of the good fortune that is bestowed upon the Dragons in 2012 by using some gemstones that are associated with the sign in your handmade jewelry designs.
There are three specific gemstone beads that are extremely popular for this Chinese astrological sign. These gemstones are Opal, Sapphire, and Amber.
Meaning of Opal Semi-Precious Stone
Opal beads come in blue, white, yellow, pink colors. There are some varieties that have their own names like Ethiopian and Fire Opal.
In fact, opals are said to be some of the most powerful stones that offer healing properties. In addition, they are believed to enhance person’s ability to communicate from the heart, rather than from the cerebral or head source!
This beautiful stone is referenced to the sea and its creatures like dolphins and mermaids. You may take this into account when creating your beading projects. Add some opals to the themes that are connected to sea and people’s emotions.
The opal stones also stimulate change and manifest ideas into their wearers. Beads made of opal can be difficult to come by. If and when you see them, grab those finds and store them for your future designs.
Meaning of Sapphire Gemstone
Sapphire beads are available in a rich myriad of colors. Orange, green, pink, yellow, white and blue are some of the most popular colors that these gemstones possess.
Sapphire is a stone of protection and prophetic wisdom, a wonderous crystal that can watch over human destiny. It is believed to give a wearer of a stone hope and protection during long journeys, and promote joy, light and peace.
Though these beads can be fairly expensive in comparison to other types of beads or gemstones, you will be exceptionally delighted how beautiful your final work looks. If you are going to incorporate sapphire beads into your designs, you may want to buy a few authentic stones and mix them with less expensive beads.
Amber Meaning And Properties
Amber beads in reality are a fossilized form of sap or resin. Even though this stone cannot be classified as a gemstone, just like opals and sapphires you can find them in many different colors. Green, gold, red, black, yellow, milky white, and very rare violet are some of the colors that these stones can be discovered in.
Amber beads are considered to be a “human” gemstone. When this stone is worn directly against a person’s skin, it is believed to transform negative energies into positive ones.
In the Far East, amber is regarded as a stone of courage. And the Asian cultures call amber “soul of the tiger.”
When you build your collection of beads, keep in mind all these different meanings, as they could be an inspiration to your themes and designs.
On a personal level, beading is a very satisfying process of creating beautiful strands of necklaces, bracelets, and any of the decor items.
Benefits of Beading
My 4-year boy started beading when he was 2-years-old. He still enjoys this activity so much! Below are just some of his designs he made all by himself. My only involvement is tying the knots at the end when his beaded strand is ready to be closed.
The kids there were absolutely on seven-heaven to receive an abundance of beaded necklaces from a toddler like them.
Beading really helps a child to develop eye-hand coordination. In addition, the neurons in the brain create strong connections that will affect your child’s physical abilities in the future and her spacial coordination and development.
There is a multitude of benefits of BEADING. And what really counts, they are all about Joy and Happiness.
Have you beaded today?
