Monthly Archives: May 2015

Swarovski crystal

Swarovski Crystals are not natural crystals found in caves, but are man-made gems manufactured in Austria. In the late 1800’s, Daniel Swarovski discovered a formula for making beautiful, high quality lead glass crystals. Since then, the Swarovski family has continued … Continue reading

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Symbolism of Turquoise in Navajo Indian Jewelry

To the Navajo tribes of the American Southwest, turquoise has been an important symbol for thousands of years. Turquoise stones symbolize happiness, health, and luck. Turquoise also symbolizes a connection to the natural world because it can be found in … Continue reading

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What is the meaning of a dreamcatcher ?

A dreamcatcher is thought to catch bad or negative dreams and is seen as a symbol of unity amongst Native Americans. The dream catchers themselves derive from an ancient story of a special spider mother whose children moved to all … Continue reading

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