We had our first snow of the season yesterday and it was beautiful as it landed on the Pines and Junipers! The contrast was so lovely and very relaxing somehow! So I created Snowy Pines, a 3 strand necklace to commemorate that early snow. I used green Kambaba Jasper rounds, Moss Agate spheres in the longest 19 3/4 inch long strand, Sesame Jasper rounds in the center strand and small White Agate rounds in the shortest 16 3/4 inch long strand. It's finished with Delica Glass spacer beads and a Sterling Silver toggle clasp.

trulyexperiences.com says of Kambaba Jasper, "This stone is believed to help promote inner peace by calming the mind. It also helps to boost confidence and reduce feelings of fear and worry. In terms of healing, the stone is a powerful detoxifier and can help boost the immune system, promoting better health." crystalvaults.com states, "Kambaba Jasper is a stone of Peace and Tranquility, imbued with the nourishing green energy of Nature. Its dark mystic circles and deep green swirls comforts and protects, calms and relaxes, soothing troubled minds and restoring balance to the body and spirit. Its slow steady frequency expands one’s ability to focus and is a remarkable aid in meditation, granting the release of negative thoughts and feelings, especially those that plague one’s consciousness on a continual basis. Stimulating the Heart Chakra, Kambaba Jasper draws wisdom from its ancient life energies and encourages one to open the heart to loving the self and others more fully, and increases the ability to receive love in return. [Eason, 321][Lembo, 188-189] "

According to firemountaingems.com, "It's no surprise that moss agate's plant-like appearance affects the perceived metaphysical properties of the stone. Moss agate is said to encourage tranquility and emotional balance. Moss agate is the perfect stone for those who experience strong aggression or overly nurturing emotions, helping to balance male and female energies whenever they become too extreme. The calming vibe of moss agate helps bring us closer to nature as well, and can bring a sense of focus or patience when we need to disconnect from the chaos of modern society.

Moss agate and mocha stone are also associated with budding friendships. It's suggested to wear this gemstone when meeting new people to draw them in and foster new relationships. This no doubt helps explain why moss agate is associated with the zodiac sign Aquarius, supposedly one of the more social signs that highly values friendship. Moss agate is also associated with the sign of Virgo by bringing these typically analytical minds some much-appreciated calmness."

They also say, "White Agate is a stone of balance and release. It is credited with harmonizing an individual's feminine and masculine sides, helping the body release toxins and building the immune system. It is also believed to improve concentration and analytical frames of mind, as well as releasing traumas and providing the courage to trust.

For proponents of energy work and crystal healing, White Agate is believed to be beneficial for mental issues, including everyday challenges such as frustration and anxiety. It is believed to stimulate the crown chakra and is often used to make worry stones. This white stone is often attributed with the power to attract angelic helpers and spirit guides."

timmersgems.com comments, "Like all Jaspers, Sesame Jasper is a nourishing stone. It nourishes and supports us in times of stress, bringing peace and wholeness. Used in healing, it unites all aspects of your life. Jasper aligns the chakras and absorbs negative energy."

As I usually do, I selected the stones that best seemed to "paint" the picture of the snow on the pines. I didn't realize that these stones are all powerful and helpful with calming our body, mind and soul!