Jewelry Trunk Show, November 9, 2014 (Post 2 of 2)

These are the descriptions of the 4 religious necklaces sold 
at the "Makings By Bee Trunk Show" on November 9, 2014.

In alphabetical order: 

Double Mother

Makings By Bee favorite!  I do not remember when this Miraculous Mary came into my possession but it has always had a draw.  I waited for the inspiration to come before I included it into a necklace.  This double stranded necklace is certain to bring a sense spiritual comfort to the wearer while being beautifully fashionable.

·  Vintage 1960s gold and pearl chain.  This 30” chain contains sections of gold chain with intermittent sections of pearls in triplicate.   White pearls are a symbol faith, innocence and of a pure heart and mind.  Chain is completed with a hook and eye closure in back.

· Vintage 1960s Miraculous Mary bubble locket.  These acrylic hand painted lockets were enormously popular to wear by devout Catholics during the 1960s.  Some Catholics believe that wearing the medal with faith and devotion can bring special graces through the intercession of Mary at the hour of death.  The reverse side contains a rose which   are often associated with the Blessed Mother.

· Handcrafted 16” chain.  3 sections of antique bronze rolo chain hand wired to two red-toned  glass pearls and 1 vintage rutilated glass bead.  Rutilated quartz is said to an energizing stone as well as attracting and stabilizing love.

·  Hung asymmetrically on the left side of the shorter chain is a tiny gold-toned cross.  The cross  is placed near the wearer’s heart.

Faithfully Beautiful & all Mixed Up

No need to make sure that your jewelry metal matches.  Mix it up!      Keep things easy.  This religious beauty contains a little bit of everything combined to be a whole lot of something.  In addition to grace and elegance, it’s an artistic display of faith.

·         This 26” combination chain is elegant and feminine.  6” of vintage 1950s Japanese glass pearl rosary chain combined with 20” silver oval chain.  This necklace features a toggle clasp closure in the front.

·         Handcrafted riveted metal cross using silver and gold metals.  Crafted by a stay at home mother of three in Atlanta, Georgia.

·         An exquisite antique Miraculous Mary Catholic medal purchased at The Factory Antiques store in Franklin, TN.  Wearing a Miraculous Mary medal is a great testimony to faith and the power of trusting prayer. The medal’s greatest miracles are those of patience, forgiveness, repentance, and faith. God uses a medal, not as a sacrament, but as an instrument, in bringing marvelous results.

·         Makings By Bee signature cluster using:

o   Silver Leaf Jasper.  Silver leaf jasper has been called the "Stone of natural wisdom.”  It has a strong connection with the Earth and healing the physical body as well as healing emotional tension.  It provides you with stability, calm, centering and grounding..

o   Modern and vintage pearls in purple, champagne and white.  Pearls are the “stone of sincerity,” known to alleviate emotional imbalances, enhance personal integrity, wisdom and assist emotional expression.  White pearls are a symbol faith, innocence and of a pure heart and mind.

Holy, Faithful and Calm

 “Holy, holy, holy Lord.  God of power and might.  Heaven and Earth are full of your glory.”  This necklace encompasses these sacred words.  The mixed metal and front closure will make this your go to piece for everyday wear.

·         This 26” combination chain is elegant and feminine.  6” of vintage 1950s Japanese glass pearl rosary chain combined with 20” vintage antique gold rolo chain.  This necklace features a toggle clasp closure in the front.

·         Pewter “Believe” charm hung asymmetrically on the left side of the chain,         right at the heart.

·         Elegant gold cross with a Holy Spirit medal in the center.  God sent His Eternally Begotten Son Jesus to save Mankind for sin, and sent the Holy Spirit to Sanctify and give Life to his Church. The Holy Spirit enable the believers them to live a righteous and faithful life. When Christ comes up from the water of His Baptism, the Holy Spirit, in the form of a dove, comes down upon him and remains with him.

·         Antique Miraculous Mary Catholic medal purchased in Louisville, KY.  Wearing a Miraculous Mary medal is a great testimony to faith and the power of trusting prayer. The medal’s greatest miracles are those of patience, forgiveness, repentance, and faith.

·         Zebra jasper teardrop.  Zebra Jasper is considered a grounding and calming stone that stimulates the Root Chakra.  It has been known to help with depression and anxiety.

·         Makings By Bee signature “cluster” containing:

o   Vintage sterling silver bead. Silver is an elemental metal. It fosters hope, meditation and unconditional love.

o   Modern and vintage pearls in brown, bronze and white.  Pearls are the “stone of sincerity,” known to alleviate emotional imbalances, enhance personal integrity, wisdom and assist emotional expression.  White pearls are a symbol faith, innocence and of a pure heart and mind.

Shabby Chic Widow

Widow’s mites are one of the most religious and emotional items that a Christian can own.  This graceful necklace uses a combination chain with an asymmetrical cluster and a handmade bubble locket to produce a whimsical shabby chic necklace.

·         The 24” chain combines 18” of antique bronze rolo chain with 6” of vintage 1950s bronze glass pearl chain.  The patina and nicks create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind look.  The glass pearl section has been cured to slow aging process.

·         Wired to the chain is an antique copper, handcrafted bubble locket.  The wiring prevents the locket from sliding along the chain.  Within the locket is a small piece of vintage lace that has been secured to the back of the locket.

·         Within the locket is a Widow’s Mite.  Widow’s mites are specifically referenced in the bible, Luke 21:1-4.  “And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, and He saw also a certain poor widow putting in two mites.  So He said, “Truly I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all; for all these out of their abundance have put in offerings for God, but she out of her poverty put in all the livelihood that she had.”

·         Asymmetrical cluster on the left side contains: Small brass cross, tiny gold-tones Miraculous Mary medal, Czech frosted glass teardrop, bronze freshwater pearl, a tiny vintage 1950s Japanese glass pearl and vintage peach pearl.  Some Catholics believe that wearing the Miraculous Mary medal with faith and devotion can bring special graces through the intercession of Mary at the hour of death.  Pearls are a symbol faith, innocence and of a pure heart and mind.