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Each new moon I create a list of gemstones that follow a theme that suits my mood at the time. The latest list consists of gemstones that promote feelings of calm and peace. Any of the gemstones can be used by itself or you can create some jewellery using more than one gemstone. A bracelet using 3 or 4 different gemstones is easy to make and wear. I like to use the gemstones to help me focus on a particular mindset or feeling. The brain works well with symbols and patterns and I find it easy to think particular thoughts when they are related to or attached to specific gemstones. Even if you don't have access to the gemstones themselves it works if you have images on cards or in a book. I tend to do a lot of digital work with the gemstone images and metaphysical information and I get a strong sense of change and growth in myself from constantly looking at and reading about the gemstones. Here is  a list of gemstones and matching affirmations that will help bring your thoughts of pea...

How do you choose what gems to get for yourself or others? A pretty safe way is to use your star sign or the recipient's star sign to choose gems that fit a personality. There are lots of gems associated with each star sign so you are sure to find something you love. I love making a variety of jewellery pieces and have collected together items made with the gems associated with each star sign ready for my January 2026 display. You can find these at my market stall at the Woodgate Beach Markets  1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Here is a list of gems usually associated with each star sign: ♈  Aries – Carnelian Boosts motivation, courage, and fiery confidence — perfect for Aries’ bold energy. ♉  Taurus – Jade Grounding, soothing, and connected to abundance — aligned with Taurus’ love of stability and comfort. ♊  Gemini – Aquamarine Supports clear communication, calm thinking, and adaptability — ideal for talkative, quick-minded Gemini. ♋  Cancer – Moonstone Enhanc...

Using my Courage and Strength Journal When I was  confronted with the question, 'How do I feel emotionally , spiritually and physically?', I wondered what I could say that didn't just sound corny, like happy or sad. I really wanted to describe how I felt so I asked Chat GPT to give me some lists of feelings I could choose from. It did a great job of listing out lots of ideas and grouping them into useful sections. I can now go through and pick out ones that suit my mood at the time. When I go back to look over my monthly review pages I will see a detailed description of how I felt at the time so I can understand how my feeling change. There are 8 A5 pages of prompts in the PDF to download. If you like journaling and planning you should sign up for my free newsletter at valspiers.substack.com You can read all about the other lists I made with Chat GPT to go with my feelings lists in this newsletter My newsletter is free to read but you have the option of paying for your subs...

  Available as a set of 12 cards with useful information and an affirmation. Each card is set out attractively with an image, information and an affirmation. Each different coloured gemstone card has a matching colour strip on each side. The cards fit nicely on a mini easel to make a beautiful motivational decoration on your desktop. Also available as minimal earrings with a single bead and a stainless steel bead. Hooks and jump rings are also stainless steel. The card set is $10. (without the easel) There are 12 pairs of earrings. Each pair features one of the 12 powerful gemstones. I will usually have all 12 available at the market stall. Gemstone earrings are $15 a pair. Also available are 3 bracelets that I would like to sell as a set. Each bracelet is made up of 4 gemstones from the 12 powerful gemstones. They are $15 each or 3 for $40. They come in a black velvet clip pouch if you buy the set. Together the collection of 12 powerful gemstones makes a beautiful gift or treasure...

  Three bracelets created with a combination of Amethyst, Onyx and Rose quartz. It features a cultured pearl as a beautiful feature to lighten up the set.

Society tells us that women should be warm and men should be assertive. The world would run much better if men and women cultivated both qualities of warmth and assertiveness. Imagine how much better our leaders would be. With the help of the gemstones to remind you of your affirmations you can start thinking and acting both warm and assertive. Lapis Lazuli Encourages clear communication and self-expression. Strengthens inner truth, helping you speak with confidence, warmth, and authenticity. "I know when to listen." Labradorite Awakens inner power and intuition. Encourages bold self-trust while maintaining grace and kindness when expressing your personal boundaries. "I showcase my skills for all to see." Amazonite Balances assertiveness with empathy. Promotes heartfelt communication and helps you express your needs calmly and confidently. "I set healthy boundaries with the people around me." Kunzite Softens the heart with compassion and kindness. Encourag...