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Custom Jewel - Mala Prayer Bead Necklace

3/31/2022

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​Petrified Wood Mala Prayer Necklace with Black Onyx and Smokey Quartz. What a process to prepare for the making of this piece. First I made 3 sample necklaces. I wanted to experiment with bead sizes and cord types. I worked with Hemp Cord and S-lon Cord which is made of nylon. I ultimately decided to make the final product with S-Lon because I could thread the beads with a beading needle and the cord would be doubled.
The knotting process was smooth with the S-Lon cord. The grip of the material is nice. It also has a nice shine to it. (The only other cord material I'd like to try in the future would be Silk.) The Hemp Cord broke while making the first iteration of the Petrified Wood Mala Necklace. I was about 2/3 finished with the piece! (CRYING) But honestly, I was grateful for the opportunity to perfect this piece. I started a new necklace once again on the Hemp Cord but after making the piece half way through, it dawned on me that the S-Lon would be the superior way to make this piece. I didn't want to risk the Hemp Cord snapping when the wearer went to use this necklace for Prayer or to wear. I technically made this necklace 3 times!! ​
Ultimately, I am very proud of the quality of this necklace. many hours and lots of preparation went into its creation. There are 108 prayer beads made of Petrified Wood, 3 Onyx marker beads and one large hole guru bead made of Smokey Quartz. I made this necklace in one continuous piece. Starting from one side knotting in the patter of 21 prayer beads, 1 marker, 33 prayer beads, 1 marker, 33 prayer beads, 1 marker, 21 prayer beads, then taking the ends from each side of the knotted strand through the large hold guru bead, knotting, and creating the 4 strand tassel. The making process could not have flowed any easier. 
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It was a pleasure to make this necklace. I know he will love it! Cheers to new ideas, beautiful creations, custom jewelry, and learning as we go. Much LOVE! 
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    Megan LaCroix also known as Citrine is the daughter of a Navy Veteran. She’s lived all over the US but has roots in Michigan where her family is from. Spending summers in Northern Michigan exploring nature inspired her to create art work starting with jewelry and photography. She’d spend hours looking for rocks and creating assorted beaded jewelry with her sisters. In 2014 She graduated from University of Michigan School of Art & Design with a BFA then moved to Detroit where she is currently living and working. She is a multi-media artist with ever expanding skills but is best known for her jewelry, screen printing, photography, and paintings. Detroit Graffiti has a significant influence on her painting and drawing style. She’s participated in ArtPrize 2015 & 2021 and currently has a studio in the Village Arts Factory of Canton, MI.

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Citrine Tangerine is a hand made jewelry brand for those who love  gemstones, style, colorful accessories, and bespoke jewelry. Every piece of jewelry is hand made by Citrine and the gemstones are filled with energetic abilities, especially when we focus our intentions. Every gemstone bead has the potential to charge up your life with physical, emotional, and spiritual energies. Copper and brass assist us in connecting with the energy in each stone. Jewelry connects us with gemstones directly by coming into contact with our skin. Every gemstone has its own unique vibration and wearing these hand made jewels enhance our life energy when we wear them with intention. 
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Citrine's been making jewelry and hunting for stones her whole life. Creating gemstone jewelry is her destiny. The name Citrine Tangerine is a nick name for the artist and designer inspired by her style and personality. Always colorful, fun, and playful. Bright, Bold, Warm, Vibrant, and Up lifting. Just like the energies of Citrine crystals and the smell of a freshly peeled citrus fruit. ​
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