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Cork Wrap Bracelets - The Eco-Friendly Trend

Recently I started working with cork as a base for my unique handmade bracelet designs and I am so excited to share them with you! many of the new styles are loaded to the Charmed Design website now, and there will be more coming soon!

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.

The Healing Power Of Copper

One of this season's hottest colors is copper, gold, and rust. These regal colors inspire a sense of luxury, abundance, and joy - and they have a long history of being used in healing and spiritual empowerment. I'd like to share some of the healing properties and spiritual meanings of copper with you in this post and introducse you to a few new wrap bracelets that feature either copper metal or the inspiring copper color!

HISTORY

The Eternal Now - Simple Mindfulness Tips

Wise teachers from across the world have shared that the only time that matters is right now. The 'eternal' present moment is where all of reality and all potential exist of reach of us. Practicinf mindfulness is a great way to keep ourselves in the present moment so that we don't leave our energy in the past or put too much of it in the future. In the present moment we are fully alive and are able to create true miracles for oursevles! Many of us spend so much time living in the past or reaching for the future that we miss out on how much beauty is happening right now!

Lucky Horseshoe - A Wild Tale Of Meaning & Magic

Chances are you've heard about the luck of a horsehoe... but did you know that there's a long and colorful history behind this legend? I was so fascinated with the meanings and symbolism of the horseshoe that I had to bring it back to life in many of my handmadw wrap bracelet charms - and after you read this post, you'll know why!

The Special Meanings Of Color

Did you know that there's more to color than meets the eye? Throughout the ages, color has been used to change mood, call in energy, and connect people to new ideas and ideals to heklp transform their lives in positive ways. Color can act as a kind of magnet that draws good feelings and thoughts our way throughout the day just by having it around us!

Summertime Skin Care Secrets

As you're out and about enjoying the summer this year, it's important to make sure that your skin is having as good a time as you are. This time of year has the ability to bring out the very best in our skin if we just keep a few simple tips in mind.

There are three keys to keeping your skin healthy, happy, and brilliant this year - cleanse, moisturize, and protect.

CLEANSE

Summer 2012 - Colors, Fashions, and Trends

We're almost officially to the Summer mark for 2012, and I simply couldn't wait to share some of the trending colors and fashion statements that are going to make this a season to remember!

As you've probably noticed, the ideas of positive thinking, personal empowerment, and spiritual energies are bigger than ever - and even the world  of fashion has jumped on board! This year the Summer will be all about positive statement pieces that carry spiritual energy and colors that pop!

Making Magic Happen By Wearing Handmade Jewelry

When most people put on jewelry each day, it's a special moment of adding something to their style that brings out the best in their look and compliments how they feel that day... but did you know that the moment you put on a piece of jewelry can be filled with prayer, magic, and intention that makes seriously positive things happen in your life?