Time to Garden is an all black and grey gemstone 2 strand beaded necklace that is my nod to my raised bed gardens, awaiting the new addition plants! I used Black Agate 2-3mm rounds and a heart pendant, Black Obsidian ovals, Black Spinel facets, Grey Chalcedony faceted ovals and Grey Moonstone faceted rondelles. Time to Garden is finished with Delica Glass spacers and a Sterling Silver oval toggle clasp.

As per crystalstones.com, "The black agate stone carries profound meaning and symbolism that has captivated individuals throughout history. As a gemstone of grounding and protection, it is believed to shield against negative energy and offer stability in the face of challenges.

Black agate is associated with the element of Earth, embodying strength, courage, and resilience. It is revered as a talisman for self-confidence, helping individuals overcome obstacles and cultivate a deep sense of inner power.

Beyond its protective qualities, black agate holds a spiritual significance. It is thought to facilitate introspection and self-discovery, allowing individuals to delve into the depths of their inner being.

In ancient Mesopotamia, agate stones were intricately carved and used as seals, according to historical folklore. During Ancient Rome, agate stones were utilized to create mortar and pestles for the purpose of grinding ingredients."

"Black Obsidian has a rich and complex meaning that goes beyond its stunning appearance. This powerful crystal is believed to have a grounding and protective energy that can shield you from negativity and help you tap into your inner strength.

Its deep black color is associated with the earth element, making it an excellent tool for grounding and stabilizing your energy. Black Obsidian is also known for its ability to reveal hidden truths and help you confront your deepest fears and insecurities."

According to healingcrystalsforyou.com, "Black Spinel crystals are known for their action to stimulate inspiring thought.

They may also help you to release any built up anger, fear or resentment triggered by situations occurring in your life.

They can help to reinvigorate you if you are feeling exhausted, and their vibration may boost your physical energy, aiding you to more easily recover from fatigue.

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Their action will aid the release of excess high vibration energy to the earth. This makes them beneficial to use after working with high vibration crystals. These black stones embody a strong grounding action and powerful metaphysical properties.

They are powerful psychic protection stones and and and their energy may help your recovery if you have been experiencing grief."

Regarding Chalcedony, firemountaingems.com says, "This gemstone is thought by many to be lucky for Cancer signs and a protective stone for Sagittarius. Many people believe in the healing and cleansing properties of the stone, and chalcedony meaning is associated with the absorption and dissipation of negative energy so that it does not transfer to other people. This is likely why chalcedony is also thought to align the body, mind and spirit.

In chakra practices, chalcedony is believed to be the stone of communication and is often placed by the pharynx to stimulate the throat chakra. The throat chakra is considered the voice of the body and allows energy or pressure from the other chakras to be released. If the throat chakra is blocked, it is believed to cause problems with other chakras. Specifically, blue chalcedony is favored for this practice."

Finally, crystaldigest.com states, "The gray color of this moonstone is said to represent wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. It is said to be a stone of new beginnings and is believed to help with decision-making. Gray Moonstone is also thought to be helpful in relieving stress and anxiety.

Moonstone is said to follow the natural lunar cycle and is strongest when the moon is full. It is also said to be a sacred stone of good fortune and is thought to bring luck, success, and abundance."

I didn't realize that these gemstones are all good for relieving stress and anxiety! I think this is a lovely necklace that would accessorize so many outfits, and perhaps even help you to feel your best too!