The sunset last night was epic! After taking way too many photos I was completely inspired to create this necklace. I “painted” my version of that sunset with faceted matte Blue Apatite, Carnelian, Labradorite and Yellow Calcite beads.

The shortest strand is 17 inches and the longest and 3rd strand is 20”. I used Delica Glass Spacer beads and a Sterling Silver toggle clasp at the ends.

This is NOT your average necklace! It will go with a lot of clothes, but my true intention was to make it look like that sunset!

Online research led me to this. “Physically, Blue Aventurine eases pain and chronic stiffness. It calms hyperactivity, and is beneficial in overcoming insomnia, migraines and headaches, and aids eyesight. Blue Aventurine is useful in balancing hormones, and supports healthy blood, and blood oxygenation.” Also, as per crystalvaults.com, “Blue Aventurine combines the elements of Wind and Water in a gentle stone that resonates from the mind to the heart, working calmly, rationally, and steadily. It enhances the masculine energy in both males and females, and is a stone of self-discipline and inner strength, assisting one in making clear decisions and sticking by them. It promotes taking full responsibility for one’s life, relationships and experiences, while lending the support needed to empower change when the current reality isn’t working. [Simmons, 57][Ahsian, 57][www.luckygemstones.com]” l

Carnelian calms anger, banishes emotional negativity and replaces it with a love of life. Carnelian boosts fertility and stimulates sexuality. Carnelian treats lower back problems, rheumatism, arthritis, neuralgia and depression. It regulates the kidneys, and accelerates healing in bones and ligaments according to my research.

firemountaingems.com states, “Labradorite is considered a tremendously spiritual stone, especially helpful for people who tend to overwork. It helps an individual regain energy while aiding the body and spirit in healing itself. In the metaphysical world, labradorite is considered one of the most powerful protectors. The gemstone creates a shield for auras and protects against negativity of the world. Labradorite is said to temper the negativity within ourselves as well. Labradorite is known for its changing colors, so it is no surprise this gemstone is known as a stone of transformation, enhancing strength of will and inner worth. The gemstone labradorite is said to stimulate the throat chakra. Though not associated with any zodiac sign, supposedly the sign of Cancer is especially drawn to labradorite.”

Finally, “Yellow Calcite soothes and brings balance to emotions, promotes optimism and hope, enhances self-confidence and self-worth and instils a deep sense of calm. It deepens intuition and perception and brings us into expanded awareness of the spiritual and Divine.”

It seems that looking at a sunset and wearing a “sunset” are both very positive and healing!