Mookaite Unwrapped (Post 24)

Mookkaite - aka Australian Jasper (pronounced moo-kite)

Some time ago I came across some beautiful mookaite beads and just loved the smoothness and colours of the gemstone, which somehow have a very soothing effect.   Mookaite is a beautiful gemstone that varies in colour with lots of different tones to it.  It reminds me of marble but a lot creamier.

Properties of Mookaite

An Example from Crystal Wiki

It is a stone that is said to to help with self-esteem, facing fear and lifting depression.  It assists in decision making, providing guidance to the most appropriate answer at that time.  This then gives you new perspectives, enabling you to 'move forward' and socially interact more.  It is said to help you to accept yourself.  Quite enabling traits ... which enhance creativity.

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Aside from 'gloating' over their beauty  I just could not decide what to do with them.  (That's funny, given their list of properties above).

I wanted to make sure I didn't lose the warmth and clarity of colours.  So after many moons of dithering, I finally had the inspiration to make this set of earrings and necklace.

Working with copper enhanced the colours really well.  I also love the little miyuki drop beads which have a staggered effect as their hole is slightly off centre.

Welcome to 'New Followers'

I'm pleased to say that I have another 3 followers, bringing the grand total to 36 - thank you all so much! 

May I welcome:

• Clair - A creative lady whose multi talents are never ending, lucky for those of us who follow her blog.
• Dawn - A Jewellery Designer, amongst other skills; Reki Master Teacher, Indian Head Massage Therapist.  
• Carrie - A newcomer to the world of crafts, with a passion for knitting; who I hope will develop her range of skills further.

Not long until Christmas now, but I hope to post a few more goodies before then.

 

'Keep Watching, and I'll Keep Blogging'

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New Followers .... (Post 23)

Hello and welcome to 2 new followers:

• wired4style - Terry, who is a multi-talented jewellery/designer and artist from the United States.  In fact looking at her blog she oozes creativity; ranging from jewellery, photography, art and sculpture to name just a few of her interests. 

• lunad'argentodilulu - Lulu, from Bussero, Milan.  Lulu has some amazing wirework and a great eye for detail.

This brings my followers up to 33 - amazing!  Thank you all so much, I love the range of talented people that enjoy visiting.  

I have been busy 'knitting' - yes, really!  Something that I don't do a lot of but it has seemed to have taken up much of my time this week - so whilst I have enjoyed it, my jewellery has taken a bit of a back seat.  

Not to worry though, I have picked up on my mookaite project as well, although that's not been an entire success.  I've changed my ideas a couple of times - but I am now incorporating a little wirework into it; which I am hoping to complete in the next few days.

In the meantime, 'Keep Watching and I'll Keep Blogging'

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