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Ibu Wiwik handrawing Batik in Yogyakarta.
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Nyoman Nuarti is one of the master weavers in Bali.
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The created Ata products "smoked" over coconut husks as part of the drying process.
MATERIALS
ATA
Ata (also known as ‘Ketak’) is a kind of reed vine for making fine and beautifully woven handmade goods. Scientifically known as Lygodium circinnatum; it is a family of wild vine that grows in the highland region in Indonesia. They are mainly found in West Nusa Tenggara, East Nusa Tenggara and in Bali Provinces.
Ata (also known as ‘Ketak’) is a kind of reed vine for making fine and beautifully woven handmade goods. Scientifically known as Lygodium circinnatum; it is a family of wild vine that grows in the highland region in Indonesia. They are mainly found in West Nusa Tenggara, East Nusa Tenggara and in Bali Provinces.
RATTAN
Eighty percent of all rattan species in the world can be found in Indonesia.
As it is a fast-growing plant and will grow again if cut the right way, rattan also serves as a sustainable and ecofriendly option.
As long as there are rain forests, there’s rattan, which is a win-win situation for the ecology.
It’s also light, can bend in many forms and leave no waste as all parts of it are used.
t’s also processed without any machines since all parts are basically handmade, so it’s a very low carbon-footprint goods.
Eighty percent of all rattan species in the world can be found in Indonesia.
As it is a fast-growing plant and will grow again if cut the right way, rattan also serves as a sustainable and ecofriendly option.
As long as there are rain forests, there’s rattan, which is a win-win situation for the ecology.
It’s also light, can bend in many forms and leave no waste as all parts of it are used.
t’s also processed without any machines since all parts are basically handmade, so it’s a very low carbon-footprint goods.
BATIK
Its origins can be traced back to Asia, India and Africa. Some say the word is of Indonsian/Malay roots and translates "to write" or "to dot".
Batik is an art medium and methodology for creating design, usually on cloth, by applying wax to portions of the material and then dyeing it, then removing the wax.
Natural materials such as cotton or silk are used for the cloth, so that it can absorb the wax that is applied in the dye resisting process. The fabrics must be of a high thread count (densely woven). It is important that cloth of high quality have this high thread count so that the intricate design qualities of batik can be maintained.
The cloth that is used for batik is washed and boiled in water many times prior to the application of wax so that all traces of starches, lime, chalk and other sizing materials are removed. Prior to the implementation of modern day techniques, the cloth would have been pounded with a wooden mallet or ironed to make it smooth and supple so it could best receive the wax design. With the finer machine-made cotton available today, the pounding or ironing processes can be omitted. Normally men did this step in the batik process.
Strict industry standards differentiate the different qualities of the cloth used today, which include Primissima (the best) and Prima. The cloth quality is often written on the edge of the design. A lesser quality cloth which is often used in Blaco.
Its origins can be traced back to Asia, India and Africa. Some say the word is of Indonsian/Malay roots and translates "to write" or "to dot".
Batik is an art medium and methodology for creating design, usually on cloth, by applying wax to portions of the material and then dyeing it, then removing the wax.
Natural materials such as cotton or silk are used for the cloth, so that it can absorb the wax that is applied in the dye resisting process. The fabrics must be of a high thread count (densely woven). It is important that cloth of high quality have this high thread count so that the intricate design qualities of batik can be maintained.
The cloth that is used for batik is washed and boiled in water many times prior to the application of wax so that all traces of starches, lime, chalk and other sizing materials are removed. Prior to the implementation of modern day techniques, the cloth would have been pounded with a wooden mallet or ironed to make it smooth and supple so it could best receive the wax design. With the finer machine-made cotton available today, the pounding or ironing processes can be omitted. Normally men did this step in the batik process.
Strict industry standards differentiate the different qualities of the cloth used today, which include Primissima (the best) and Prima. The cloth quality is often written on the edge of the design. A lesser quality cloth which is often used in Blaco.
PANDANUS LEAF
Often called pandanus palms, these plants are not closely related to palm trees. The species vary in size from small shrubs less than 1 m (3.3 ft) tall, to medium-sized trees 20 m (66 ft) tall, typically with a broad canopy, heavy fruit, and moderate growth rate.
These plants grow from sea level to 3,300 m (10,800 ft). Pandanus trees are of cultural, health, and economic importance in the Pacific, second only to the coconut on atolls. They grow wild mainly in semi-natural vegetation in littoral habitats throughout the tropical and subtropical Pacific, where they can withstand drought, strong winds, and salt spray.
Pandanus leaves are used for handicrafts. Artisans collect the leaves from plants in the wild, cutting only mature leaves so that the plant will naturally regenerate. The leaves are sliced into fine strips and sorted for further processing. Weavers produce basic pandan mats of standard size or roll the leaves into pandan ropes for other designs. This is followed by a coloring process, in which pandan mats are placed in drums with water-based colors. After drying, the colored mats are shaped into final products.
Often called pandanus palms, these plants are not closely related to palm trees. The species vary in size from small shrubs less than 1 m (3.3 ft) tall, to medium-sized trees 20 m (66 ft) tall, typically with a broad canopy, heavy fruit, and moderate growth rate.
These plants grow from sea level to 3,300 m (10,800 ft). Pandanus trees are of cultural, health, and economic importance in the Pacific, second only to the coconut on atolls. They grow wild mainly in semi-natural vegetation in littoral habitats throughout the tropical and subtropical Pacific, where they can withstand drought, strong winds, and salt spray.
Pandanus leaves are used for handicrafts. Artisans collect the leaves from plants in the wild, cutting only mature leaves so that the plant will naturally regenerate. The leaves are sliced into fine strips and sorted for further processing. Weavers produce basic pandan mats of standard size or roll the leaves into pandan ropes for other designs. This is followed by a coloring process, in which pandan mats are placed in drums with water-based colors. After drying, the colored mats are shaped into final products.
LARIMAR
also known as "The Atlantis Stone" or "Blue Pectolite" is an extremely rare gemstone.
It has been found only in one location, a mountainous, relatively inaccessible area in the province of Barahona in The Dominican Republic. The first mention of the stone is in a request to mine Larimar in 1916, however, it wasn’t until 1974 that the stone really made an appearance.
The word Larimar was created by Miguel Méndez ( a local Domenicanos ) , who combined his daughter’s name Larissa with the Spanish word for sea, Mar.
WHY DO WE LOVE LARIMAR ?
Larimar is the embodiment of the tranquil Sea and Sky energies.
Its soft, soothing blues & calming turquoise is streaked with white patterns that resemble sunlight dancing beneath Caribbean waters.
We also love that no two stones are alike, each piece is unique, with its own natural beauty.
LARIMAR HEALING PROPERTIES
Larimar is one of the cardinal Water element stones, yet is born of Fire in its volcanic origins. The stone is formed when hot gases push crystallized minerals up through volcanic ‘tubes’. In order to mine and excavate the stone miners must identify these tubes and dig deeper and deeper into old volcanoes.
Larimar stone is an active throat chakra crystal, that has a vibration that assists clear communication.
It is one of the few crystals to balance the polarities of these energies, this is a highly spiritual stone that works effectively within all of the chakras from the heart chakra through to the crown chakra.
Larimar cools tempers & calms fears, relieves stress & nurtures the physical and emotional bodies.
It is powerful in meditation & in connecting to the Divine Feminine, and is particularly helpful in releasing emotional bonds, patterns or principles that no longer serve the highest good. A stone of clear communication, it provides the strength & courage needed to speak openly from the heart.
Larimar is a crystal of serenity, promoting relaxation in every aspect.
also known as "The Atlantis Stone" or "Blue Pectolite" is an extremely rare gemstone.
It has been found only in one location, a mountainous, relatively inaccessible area in the province of Barahona in The Dominican Republic. The first mention of the stone is in a request to mine Larimar in 1916, however, it wasn’t until 1974 that the stone really made an appearance.
The word Larimar was created by Miguel Méndez ( a local Domenicanos ) , who combined his daughter’s name Larissa with the Spanish word for sea, Mar.
WHY DO WE LOVE LARIMAR ?
Larimar is the embodiment of the tranquil Sea and Sky energies.
Its soft, soothing blues & calming turquoise is streaked with white patterns that resemble sunlight dancing beneath Caribbean waters.
We also love that no two stones are alike, each piece is unique, with its own natural beauty.
LARIMAR HEALING PROPERTIES
Larimar is one of the cardinal Water element stones, yet is born of Fire in its volcanic origins. The stone is formed when hot gases push crystallized minerals up through volcanic ‘tubes’. In order to mine and excavate the stone miners must identify these tubes and dig deeper and deeper into old volcanoes.
Larimar stone is an active throat chakra crystal, that has a vibration that assists clear communication.
It is one of the few crystals to balance the polarities of these energies, this is a highly spiritual stone that works effectively within all of the chakras from the heart chakra through to the crown chakra.
Larimar cools tempers & calms fears, relieves stress & nurtures the physical and emotional bodies.
It is powerful in meditation & in connecting to the Divine Feminine, and is particularly helpful in releasing emotional bonds, patterns or principles that no longer serve the highest good. A stone of clear communication, it provides the strength & courage needed to speak openly from the heart.
Larimar is a crystal of serenity, promoting relaxation in every aspect.
MOONSTONE
A destiny maker, the dreamy, ethereal stone that channels the moon, a force that has the power to push and pull the tides of our great oceans and your emotions. Keep Moonstone close by and feel the glow of the moonlight infusing your chakras with its brilliant white light. If you're facing issues of stability, whether it's emotional or otherwise, the Moonstone crystal meaning reminds us of the night sky and its steady and reliable cycle of darkness giving way to light.
WHY DO WE LOVE MOONSTONE?
We love moonstone for its simplicity, elegant shades of white and subtle shimmer.
Moonstone is associated with the inner goddess, a symbol of fertility and sensuality. The life-giving feminine figure is an empowering visualization that gives us the gift of increased intuition, the perfect prescription for cleansing the mind of negative emotions holding you back to clear the mind and center the spirit.
MOONSTONE HEALING PROPERTIES
Because of its connection to the moon, this stone rocks at soothing emotions during that time of the month. The Moonstone crystal healing properties are the best stones for balancing hormones and providing support during periods of hormonal change such as puberty or menopause.
For a deep and healing therapeutic session with Moonstone, retreat into a sacred healing space free of clutter and distractions. Meditate on your intention for the new moon and the next monthly phase of goals, aspirations, and dreams you have for your life. Repeat this ritual on a full moon and experience the full potential of your soul under the glow of moonlight.
The Moonstone Crystal reminds us to go with the flow, which doesn't always mesh perfectly with the demands of modern life. Resonating the mysterious and enchanting moonscape, the Moonstone crystal stone is like a painted landscape of moonlight on a clear night sky. Its distinctive sheen reflects a rainbow of pearly hues like blue, yellow, silvery gray, and white, which symbolize the moon and its connection to fluctuating moods and the ever-flowing cycles of life.
The moonstone crystal properties are deeply rooted in ancient philosophies, especially its effects on opening the heart chakra. In fact, the Hindu tradition associates this stone with the divine feminine principle and considers it a symbol of love.
AMAZONITE
Good luck isn't just a coincidence, especially when you include an Amazonite crystal in your gemstone collection. With its verdant shade of blue–green, the Amazonite crystal meaning reflects the lush foliage of the Amazon rainforest, although it's commonly found in Colorado alongside Smoky Quartz clusters.
AMAZONITE MEANING & HEALING PROPERTIES
Thanks to a magical combination of lead and water within its feldspar structure, its dazzling emerald hue and mottled light-green specs echo the color of the Amazon River and its calming and soothing energies. Hold tight to the Amazonite Crystal during times of stress and call on its ultra chill vibes for a much-needed float down your inner river of tranquility. The anti-anxiety medication of the crystal world, the Amazonite is a powerful heart chakra stone, helping to release toxic emotions when placed on the chest in a healing layout.
Whenever you glance at the stone, whether it's included in a piece of jewelry, as part of a healing grid, or alone in your palm, imagine the refreshing and life-giving flow of water clearing away psychic debris and negativity left over from past traumas. On a physical level, the heart always lets go, but when it comes to emotions, it's a little more complicated. Meditate with the Amazonite and ask it to bring clarity and truth to the purpose of your life. During this therapeutic session, tell the Amazonite your deepest hopes and dreams of the future, no matter how wild or fantastic. Like the old saying goes, if you can dream it, you can achieve it.
AMAZONITE MEANING
Known as the “hope” stone, the Amazonite crystal is an excellent manifestation tool, especially when you incorporate its energy into daily meditation practice. To set up the best backdrop for a healing transformation, retreat into a sacred space that has been cleansed and purified with a sage stick. Then, instill your Amazonite crystal stone with a power affirmation and take on the world with confidence with a spirited “can-do” attitude. "I can achieve anything I set my mind to do." Say this mantra out loud and let the Amazonite crystal stone meaning work to magnify your intentions and affirmations.
Dating back to ancient times, the brilliant blue-green hue of the Amazonite crystal was a distinguishing feature of the lavish and opulent emperor tombs of Egypt. Combined with Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian, the famous gold mask of Pharaoh Tutankhamen is also decorated with Amazonite, bringing the dazzling color of tropical waters to the sacred pyramids. Often regarded as a good luck charm, it was also a distinctive element in jewelry design, particularly with ancient Indians, who took advantage of its moderate hardness and carved it into round cabochon shapes for setting in rings, pendants, and earrings.
A modern take on this ancient relic stone, our Pure Energy bracelet set combines other powerful cleansing and purifying stones, including Tourmalinated Quartzand Clear Quartz for a triple-dose of its energy clearing properties. Add a pop of color to your wardrobe while keeping your aura balanced and flowing smoothly, whatever your emotional forecast.
Good luck isn't just a coincidence, especially when you include an Amazonite crystal in your gemstone collection. With its verdant shade of blue–green, the Amazonite crystal meaning reflects the lush foliage of the Amazon rainforest, although it's commonly found in Colorado alongside Smoky Quartz clusters.
AMAZONITE MEANING & HEALING PROPERTIES
Thanks to a magical combination of lead and water within its feldspar structure, its dazzling emerald hue and mottled light-green specs echo the color of the Amazon River and its calming and soothing energies. Hold tight to the Amazonite Crystal during times of stress and call on its ultra chill vibes for a much-needed float down your inner river of tranquility. The anti-anxiety medication of the crystal world, the Amazonite is a powerful heart chakra stone, helping to release toxic emotions when placed on the chest in a healing layout.
Whenever you glance at the stone, whether it's included in a piece of jewelry, as part of a healing grid, or alone in your palm, imagine the refreshing and life-giving flow of water clearing away psychic debris and negativity left over from past traumas. On a physical level, the heart always lets go, but when it comes to emotions, it's a little more complicated. Meditate with the Amazonite and ask it to bring clarity and truth to the purpose of your life. During this therapeutic session, tell the Amazonite your deepest hopes and dreams of the future, no matter how wild or fantastic. Like the old saying goes, if you can dream it, you can achieve it.
AMAZONITE MEANING
Known as the “hope” stone, the Amazonite crystal is an excellent manifestation tool, especially when you incorporate its energy into daily meditation practice. To set up the best backdrop for a healing transformation, retreat into a sacred space that has been cleansed and purified with a sage stick. Then, instill your Amazonite crystal stone with a power affirmation and take on the world with confidence with a spirited “can-do” attitude. "I can achieve anything I set my mind to do." Say this mantra out loud and let the Amazonite crystal stone meaning work to magnify your intentions and affirmations.
Dating back to ancient times, the brilliant blue-green hue of the Amazonite crystal was a distinguishing feature of the lavish and opulent emperor tombs of Egypt. Combined with Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian, the famous gold mask of Pharaoh Tutankhamen is also decorated with Amazonite, bringing the dazzling color of tropical waters to the sacred pyramids. Often regarded as a good luck charm, it was also a distinctive element in jewelry design, particularly with ancient Indians, who took advantage of its moderate hardness and carved it into round cabochon shapes for setting in rings, pendants, and earrings.
A modern take on this ancient relic stone, our Pure Energy bracelet set combines other powerful cleansing and purifying stones, including Tourmalinated Quartzand Clear Quartz for a triple-dose of its energy clearing properties. Add a pop of color to your wardrobe while keeping your aura balanced and flowing smoothly, whatever your emotional forecast.
AQUA CHALCEDONY
Chalcedony is a family of metaphysical crystal symbolizes goodwill and brotherhood in which Aqua Chalcedony a member of the family. Due to its metaphysical properties, Aqua blue chalcedony has certain benefits that some of you haven’t heard before.
The first thing that comes into the mind when hear about this crystal is its nurturing ability which is beneficial to create composure and calmness especially for those with issues.
The crystal itself was already popular back in ancient times. It symbolize air and water deities and often associated with weather. But it is actually more than that. Fact shows that it can deliver multiple uses whether it is spiritually, emotionally and physically.
WHY DO WE LOVE AQUA CHALCEDONY?
It has an inviting, soft greenish blue translucence, and an almost imperceptible movement within the stone that invokes a stillness of silent reverence. It's the color of shallow pools of water reflecting the sky as winter gives way to spring. It marks the beginning of life and emotion, and is a color of faith and trust. The Light Blue color ray helps us reflect on, question, and relax in our acceptance of the life we have and letting go of the past, and curing guilt.
AQUA CHALCEDONY HEALING PROPERTY
This crystal is useful to help nurture stable mental and emotional state as well as nurture creative ideas.
This way, one can enjoy more enhanced responsiveness and receptivity while being able to assimilate more new creative ideas. When mental and emotional state is stable, it then leads to create enthusiastic personal outlook which attract others’ attention. Relationship with others will also be in better state because there no more negativity will be around. It’s all about positivity.
Chalcedony is also useful for treating chronic hoarseness and inflammation of the throat. It protects against weakness in general, bad moods, obsessive jealousy and depression. It reduces sleepwalking, soothes chilblains, and is a source of protection during travel.
Blue Chalcedony encourages the flow of fluids within the body and reduces edema. It helps with sensitivity caused by weather changes or pressure, such as glaucoma, and stimulates milk production in nursing mothers. It helps alleviate plant allergies, hay fever, and other respiratory problems. It aids in the treatment of Alzheimer's and dementia, childhood illnesses, gallstones and inflammation, and may soothe the symptoms of autism and Asperger's disease, Tourette's syndrome, bi-polar and obsessive compulsive disorders.
Chalcedony is a family of metaphysical crystal symbolizes goodwill and brotherhood in which Aqua Chalcedony a member of the family. Due to its metaphysical properties, Aqua blue chalcedony has certain benefits that some of you haven’t heard before.
The first thing that comes into the mind when hear about this crystal is its nurturing ability which is beneficial to create composure and calmness especially for those with issues.
The crystal itself was already popular back in ancient times. It symbolize air and water deities and often associated with weather. But it is actually more than that. Fact shows that it can deliver multiple uses whether it is spiritually, emotionally and physically.
WHY DO WE LOVE AQUA CHALCEDONY?
It has an inviting, soft greenish blue translucence, and an almost imperceptible movement within the stone that invokes a stillness of silent reverence. It's the color of shallow pools of water reflecting the sky as winter gives way to spring. It marks the beginning of life and emotion, and is a color of faith and trust. The Light Blue color ray helps us reflect on, question, and relax in our acceptance of the life we have and letting go of the past, and curing guilt.
AQUA CHALCEDONY HEALING PROPERTY
This crystal is useful to help nurture stable mental and emotional state as well as nurture creative ideas.
This way, one can enjoy more enhanced responsiveness and receptivity while being able to assimilate more new creative ideas. When mental and emotional state is stable, it then leads to create enthusiastic personal outlook which attract others’ attention. Relationship with others will also be in better state because there no more negativity will be around. It’s all about positivity.
Chalcedony is also useful for treating chronic hoarseness and inflammation of the throat. It protects against weakness in general, bad moods, obsessive jealousy and depression. It reduces sleepwalking, soothes chilblains, and is a source of protection during travel.
Blue Chalcedony encourages the flow of fluids within the body and reduces edema. It helps with sensitivity caused by weather changes or pressure, such as glaucoma, and stimulates milk production in nursing mothers. It helps alleviate plant allergies, hay fever, and other respiratory problems. It aids in the treatment of Alzheimer's and dementia, childhood illnesses, gallstones and inflammation, and may soothe the symptoms of autism and Asperger's disease, Tourette's syndrome, bi-polar and obsessive compulsive disorders.
TURQUOISE
Healing Properties:
History and Uses:
Affirmation:
Healing Properties:
- Turquoise is not only a stone for finding wholeness and truth; it is also an aid in the communication and manifestation of those qualities. Turquoise represents the wisdom that comes from all of life’s experiences. It reminds us that wholeness can only come when we are willing to embrace the totality of who we are and what we have learned. Turquoise is a stone of self forgiveness, self acceptance and the release of useless regrets.
History and Uses:
- Turquoise is a 16th century French name “pierre turquoise” meaning Turkish stone, because it was bought in Turkish bazaars which was on the trade route from Iran, where it was mined, to Europe. It comes in a range of blue to green hues, the blue color indicates a higher copper content, green color is associated with zinc or iron impurities and very light blue to almost white stones have higher aluminium concentrations. Turquoise has been revered by many different cultures throughout history including, the Egyptians, Persians, Aztecs, Native North and South Americans, Tibetans and Chinese as long ago as 5,000 BC. It has been regarded as a power stone bringing protection from accidents and good fortune. Native Americans believed it to connect them with the great spirit of the sky, helping their minds to become one with the Universe and its infinite possibilities.
Affirmation:
- From my heart and my wholeness, I speak my truth with clarity, certainty and love.
DENDRITIC AGATE
Dendritic Agate is a member of the Agate family that’s translucent to opaque. It’s characterized by its brown or black branch-like dendrite inclusions, which are made up of iron oxide or manganese. Its colors can be white, whitish-gray, or clear.
Healing Properties:
How Will Dendritic Agate Help You?
Dendritic Agate is a member of the Agate family that’s translucent to opaque. It’s characterized by its brown or black branch-like dendrite inclusions, which are made up of iron oxide or manganese. Its colors can be white, whitish-gray, or clear.
Healing Properties:
- Dendritic Agate will encourage patience and perseverance, and it will create a peaceful internal and external environment.
- It will also help you have a strong connection with the earth and secure your place in the universe.
- Dendritic Agate is the ideal stone for self-examination, and it will remove your self-imposed limitations and behavior patterns that create your life experiences.
- It’s a helpful talisman that will aid you in meditation, therapy, and rebirth. It will also help you in making the necessary behavioral changes that will help you achieve your desired results.
- Dendritic Agate will promote maturity, composure, and inner stability. This stone’s warm, loving, and protective vibrations will promote security, stability, and self-confidence.
- Dendritic Agate is an excellent stone when you need to do a self-analysis and discover hidden circumstances that can affect your well-being. It will promote self-acceptance, and it will give you the confidence and courage to speak your own truth. It will enhance your mental functions by improving your analytical abilities, perception, and concentration.
- Dendritic Agate will stabilize your aura and help in getting rid of or transforming the negative energies in your life.
- It has a very powerful cleansing effect that will help you on all levels.
How Will Dendritic Agate Help You?
- Dendritic Agate, Healing and Health : It’s a great stone to have with you during pregnancy because it will help you avoid the baby blues that a pregnant woman can sometimes experience after giving birth. Its healing energies can also encourage lactation.
PERIDOT
EFFERVESCENT • JOY • HAPPINESS
Reach for the sun with the Peridot crystal, an effervescent stone that harnesses the life-giving energy that turns night into day.
WHY DO WE LOVE PERIDOT ?
The Vitamin D of your healing crystal collection, the Peridot crystal meaning is connected to the sun, making it your spiritual cheerleader that keeps you on the sunny side of life. The Peridot crystal shines like a light beam of energy, a stone of happy, light-hearted vibes and the perfect companion to lead you on a path of sunshine. Peridot is a sign that it's time to feel good, a simple wish and our divine birthright.
PERIDOT HEALING PROPERTIES?
If you're in need of an emotional facelift, place raw Peridot stones over the heart chakra to clear out toxic emotions and feel your spirit opening up to love, the medicine to heal the world. Peridot also supports the solar plexus chakra and works to clear mental blocks, which is excellent medicine for skeptics of crystal healing because it opens up the mind to infinite possibilities of the universe and its healing powers.
Often called the study stone, Peridot crystal healing properties are also known to increase mental focus by making the mind more receptive to learning new things. Keep Peridot in your workspace or office and always have constant access to its powerful properties that give you the strength to persevere, especially during times of challenging academic pursuits. It was also believed by the Romans to be a wonderful medicine for depression. Keep a Peridot stone in your pocket or wear it as jewelry and use it as your daily antidepressant that protects you from negative energy while bolstering a sense of self-worth and motivation. Always stay in the direction of the light with Peridot, the feel good stone in the world of crystal healing.
Like the wise proverb says, "Keep towards the sunshine and the shadows will fall behind you."
EFFERVESCENT • JOY • HAPPINESS
Reach for the sun with the Peridot crystal, an effervescent stone that harnesses the life-giving energy that turns night into day.
WHY DO WE LOVE PERIDOT ?
The Vitamin D of your healing crystal collection, the Peridot crystal meaning is connected to the sun, making it your spiritual cheerleader that keeps you on the sunny side of life. The Peridot crystal shines like a light beam of energy, a stone of happy, light-hearted vibes and the perfect companion to lead you on a path of sunshine. Peridot is a sign that it's time to feel good, a simple wish and our divine birthright.
PERIDOT HEALING PROPERTIES?
If you're in need of an emotional facelift, place raw Peridot stones over the heart chakra to clear out toxic emotions and feel your spirit opening up to love, the medicine to heal the world. Peridot also supports the solar plexus chakra and works to clear mental blocks, which is excellent medicine for skeptics of crystal healing because it opens up the mind to infinite possibilities of the universe and its healing powers.
Often called the study stone, Peridot crystal healing properties are also known to increase mental focus by making the mind more receptive to learning new things. Keep Peridot in your workspace or office and always have constant access to its powerful properties that give you the strength to persevere, especially during times of challenging academic pursuits. It was also believed by the Romans to be a wonderful medicine for depression. Keep a Peridot stone in your pocket or wear it as jewelry and use it as your daily antidepressant that protects you from negative energy while bolstering a sense of self-worth and motivation. Always stay in the direction of the light with Peridot, the feel good stone in the world of crystal healing.
Like the wise proverb says, "Keep towards the sunshine and the shadows will fall behind you."
SILVER
What you need to know about .925 Sterling Silver :
If you’re considering buying 925 Sterling Silver, you will no doubt want to know the difference between pure silver and 925 sterling silver. Well, pure silver is not really made up of only silver. It has 99.9% of silver, and a small content composed of other metals such as copper.
Sterling Silver, on the other hand, consists of 92.5% silver, and the remaining part consists of copper – mostly copper. This is the reason why Sterling Silver is popularly referred to as 925 Sterling Silver or just 925 Silver.
The reason silver needs to be combined with other metals is that it is very difficult to make great designs with just pure silver, which is very soft and malleable. A bit of hardness has to be introduced, by adding other metals such as copper. That’s why jewelers are capable of making the most intricate and complex designs with 925 Sterling Silver.
What you need to know about .925 Sterling Silver :
If you’re considering buying 925 Sterling Silver, you will no doubt want to know the difference between pure silver and 925 sterling silver. Well, pure silver is not really made up of only silver. It has 99.9% of silver, and a small content composed of other metals such as copper.
Sterling Silver, on the other hand, consists of 92.5% silver, and the remaining part consists of copper – mostly copper. This is the reason why Sterling Silver is popularly referred to as 925 Sterling Silver or just 925 Silver.
The reason silver needs to be combined with other metals is that it is very difficult to make great designs with just pure silver, which is very soft and malleable. A bit of hardness has to be introduced, by adding other metals such as copper. That’s why jewelers are capable of making the most intricate and complex designs with 925 Sterling Silver.
GOLD FILLED
It has 100 times more gold than gold plated jewelry.
Gold filled is created by taking a sheet of 14 karat gold and bonding it through extreme heat and pressure to a core of semi-precious metal (brass).
This is a very sophisticated process and only a few mills in the world do it.
Gold Filled is much more valuable than gold-plated. In fact, there is almost 100 percent more gold in gold-filled items than found in gold-plated items.
Just as gold-plated jewelry is plated with gold, gold-filled jewelry is as well, but there is a big difference between the ways these products are made.
Gold-filled is legally required to contain 5% or 1/20 gold by weight.
Gold-filled is constructed in two or three layers. The core metal is jewelers’ brass. Single clad gold-filled has all the gold content in a single layer on one side. Double clad gold-filled splits the gold content into surface layers on both sides of the material. The gold alloy is then bonded to one or both surfaces of the brass core with heat and pressure. The bonded raw material is then sold as sheet or wire to jewelry manufacturers for use in designs.
It has 100 times more gold than gold plated jewelry.
Gold filled is created by taking a sheet of 14 karat gold and bonding it through extreme heat and pressure to a core of semi-precious metal (brass).
This is a very sophisticated process and only a few mills in the world do it.
Gold Filled is much more valuable than gold-plated. In fact, there is almost 100 percent more gold in gold-filled items than found in gold-plated items.
Just as gold-plated jewelry is plated with gold, gold-filled jewelry is as well, but there is a big difference between the ways these products are made.
Gold-filled is legally required to contain 5% or 1/20 gold by weight.
Gold-filled is constructed in two or three layers. The core metal is jewelers’ brass. Single clad gold-filled has all the gold content in a single layer on one side. Double clad gold-filled splits the gold content into surface layers on both sides of the material. The gold alloy is then bonded to one or both surfaces of the brass core with heat and pressure. The bonded raw material is then sold as sheet or wire to jewelry manufacturers for use in designs.
TECHNIQUE
WEAVING
The weaving technique on our Nusa Ata Bag is based on a traditionally defined process.
It is carried out by the craftswomen in the villages of East Bali and Lombok. The initial process of creation involved the splitting of the vine which is about 1 m long to create finer pieces for weaving. The splited vines are then immersed in river water for days so as to enhance shaping process. Weaving takes place upon then via the good patience and skill trained hands of the craftspeople. It is very much tightly woven compared to some other loosely woven wicker products.
Ata Reed goods has heat and water resistance as well as insect repelling properties. All these attributes contributed to Ata Reed vines being crowned as one of the finest and toughest naturally woven goods available in the world.
The weaving technique on our Nusa Ata Bag is based on a traditionally defined process.
It is carried out by the craftswomen in the villages of East Bali and Lombok. The initial process of creation involved the splitting of the vine which is about 1 m long to create finer pieces for weaving. The splited vines are then immersed in river water for days so as to enhance shaping process. Weaving takes place upon then via the good patience and skill trained hands of the craftspeople. It is very much tightly woven compared to some other loosely woven wicker products.
Ata Reed goods has heat and water resistance as well as insect repelling properties. All these attributes contributed to Ata Reed vines being crowned as one of the finest and toughest naturally woven goods available in the world.
BATIK DESIGN TOOLS
Although the art form of batik is very intricate, the tools that are used are still very simple. The canting, believed to be a purely Javanese invention, is a small thin wall spouted copper container (sometimes called a wax pen) that is connected to a short bamboo handle. Normally it is approximately 11 cm. in length. The copper container is filled with melted wax and the artisan then uses the canting to draw the design on the cloth.
Canting have different sizes of spouts (numbered to correspond to the size) to achieve varied design effects. The spout can vary from 1 mm in diameter for very fine detailed work to wider spouts used to fill in large design areas. Dots and parallel lines may be drawn with canting that have up to 9 spouts. Sometimes a wad of cotton is fastened over the mouth of the canting or attached to a stick that acts as a brush to fill in very large areas.
GRANULATION
Granulation is perhaps the most distinctive technique of Balinese silver — and with good reason, given its difficulty. To create this ornamentation, the silversmith makes a fine wire of silver and then clips off tiny pieces. The pieces are then melted into tiny spheres and added painstakingly to a piece, often in highly ornate designs. The artisan must work quickly and carefully with the molten silver to ensure consistency of shape and size.
Creativity in using this technique is often sparked by observing the stunning natural beauty of Bali, such as the graceful curl of fern tendrils rising from the jungle floor.
I Ketut Semarajana, a Celuk silversmith and the creator of our beautiful silver jewellery,
notes that his “creations are inspired by Balinese art , culture and lifestyle.”
He also said "I hope that our culture and tradition will live on through us. Ours is a simple way of life where we wake up in the morning and have time to play, to talk to our neighbour, perform ceremonies in the traditional way by helping each other.
To be a master in this craft, I try to never give up and believe I am an artist, so whatever I make is a piece of art with great value.”
Granulation is perhaps the most distinctive technique of Balinese silver — and with good reason, given its difficulty. To create this ornamentation, the silversmith makes a fine wire of silver and then clips off tiny pieces. The pieces are then melted into tiny spheres and added painstakingly to a piece, often in highly ornate designs. The artisan must work quickly and carefully with the molten silver to ensure consistency of shape and size.
Creativity in using this technique is often sparked by observing the stunning natural beauty of Bali, such as the graceful curl of fern tendrils rising from the jungle floor.
I Ketut Semarajana, a Celuk silversmith and the creator of our beautiful silver jewellery,
notes that his “creations are inspired by Balinese art , culture and lifestyle.”
He also said "I hope that our culture and tradition will live on through us. Ours is a simple way of life where we wake up in the morning and have time to play, to talk to our neighbour, perform ceremonies in the traditional way by helping each other.
To be a master in this craft, I try to never give up and believe I am an artist, so whatever I make is a piece of art with great value.”
tHE MAKING
How long did it take you to make that?
Without fail, the most common asked question to an artisan or maker.
In the case of...
Without fail, the most common asked question to an artisan or maker.
In the case of...
- Borneo Bag which is handwoven and naturally-dyed from the bast fiber rattan, the answer would depend on whether it includes the growing and harvesting of the rattan. Or just the weaving time alone. It takes them several days to make a rattan basket from harvesting the rattan in the forest, drying it, cleaning, thinning, and preparing the strips into the desired widths and lengths, dyeing the fibers, and weaving the basket. Weaving time varies depending on the basket type and size, as well as the skill of the weaver, but on average it takes a half to two days per basket.
- Nusa Ata Bag, the whole process could easily take up weeks or months just to create a basketware with the weaving process consuming most of the time. Once woven, the artisans dried them in the sun for several days. And then the created products “smoked” over coconut husks as part of the drying process, which adds beautiful patina and leaves the bag with a slight natural scent that disappears over time. This process makes the material strong and durable.
Having said all of that, Ata Reed goods tends to have different prices and quality even for the same product type. This difference usually lies in the preparation, skill level and care given by the craftsperson. Chances are the cheaper ones tends to be poorly prepared, woven with lesser details and comes with a less attractive end finishes.
