Opal Properties

Ethiopian opals are said to activate the root chakra and the sacral chakra. Having them around is said be good for helping to ground you, give you a feeling of safety, and help you express the trut...

7 Crystal Mistakes You're Probably Making - And How to Fix Them

There's so much info out there...as well as some questionable advice. Here are 7 crystal mistakes you're probably making - and how to fix them. 

Celestite Properties

Celestite encourages deep relaxation, inner peace, and connection with higher realms. It also enhances spiritual communication, intuition, and divine guidance.

Is it Blue Calcite or Celestite?

How to Tell Blue Calcite and Celestite Apart  ...once and for all.  If you saw my recent post about Common Crystal Mix-Ups, you saw that I hate when there's confusion between blue calcite and cel...

Confused About These Common Crystals? Don't Be!

Common Crystal Mix-Ups There are SO MANY crystals out there - and "new finds" being uncovered all of the time. It can be hard to pick up on some of the subtleties between crystals, and the names...

Black Tourmaline Properties

Black tourmaline is said to purify energy, clear negativity and stagnation, and create energetic boundaries.

Carnelian Properties

Carnelian promotes positivity, genuine friendships, true love, and passionate experiences. It is also a stone of confidence and motivation.

Crystals for the 8-8 Lion's Gate Portal

What is the Lion's Gate Portal?  The Lion's Gate Portal refers to a specific set of astrologic occurrences that happen each year, between approximately July 28 and August 13. August 8, or 8-8, is ...

The Magic of Ohio Flint

I wanted to share this letter I received from a customer, about a piece of Ohio flint he purchased. He was newer to crystals, but found himself drawn to some of the flint I had listed for sale. Her...

Flint Properties

Flint is believed to possess grounding and protective qualities, as well as the ability to dispel negativity, enhance intuition, aid in manifestation, and facilitate spiritual connection.

Crystals for Summer

It's the hottest time of the year for the Northern Hemisphere - and with that, comes all of the fun, magic, and outdoor activities of the summer months.  Whether you like to relax by the pool, ind...

Kunzite Properties

Kunizite is a stone that is said to help connect the head with the heart, encourages loving thoughts, and helps express emotions.

12 Reasons We Love Tumbled Stones

How do you use tumbled stones? Tumbled stones are the jack-of-all-trades crystals: they are versatile, often affordable, and have tons of uses.  They might get overlooked at times, since they are ...

Smoky Quartz Properties

Smoky quartz is a grounding and protective stone known for its ability to transmute negative energies. It promotes relaxation, emotional stability, and spiritual growth.

Moonstone Properties

Moonstone is an ethereal and calming stone, associated with feminine energy and intuition. Enhances emotional balance, inner harmony, and intuition. Promotes new beginnings and spiritual growth.

Does Crystal Size Matter?

Does crystal size matter? Are bigger crystals better? Do I always have to buy the biggest crystal I can afford? Do small crystals even work? Get the answers to these questions and more, in this blo...

Crystals for Tax Time

Which crystals are good for tax time? It's Tax Day in the U.S.! For some of us, filing our taxes is a relief - being finished on time feels great. However, it can also be a stressful time: lots of...

Fluorite Properties

Fluorite promotes mental clarity, focus, and intuition. It enhances spiritual growth, balance, emotional stability, & offers protection against negative energy.

Crystals for Spring

Happy spring! It's a time for new beginnings, emerging from cold, still winter, and for new "life" (think baby bunnies, new ideas, and even new ways of being). Here are 6 crystals for spring.

Why You Shouldn't Charge Your Crystals Under the Full Moon

It's so common to hear every month, that you “should” charge your crystals under the full moon. "Don't forget to put them out in the moonlight tonight so they charge under the full moon!" But shou...

10 Ways to Use Crystal Chips

If you're not sure how to use crystal chips, you're in the right place! In this blog post, you'll learn 10 ways to use crystal chips and mini tumbled stones in your home and healing practice. 

Crystals for January Masterclass

Happy New Year! January is a time of possibility, intention, and magic. It can be one of the best times of year - but it can also be a little overwhelming, if you're feeling like you aren't sure ...

Crystals for December

Here are my top crystal picks for December - plus a free gift, to help you get some clarity, calm, and peace throughout the month!

Activate Your Most Magical Vibes with these Crystals for Halloween

Protection, ancestor connection, grounding, and divination: check out these crystals to tap into the energy of the season!

Obsidian Properties

Obsidian is known for its protective qualities and its ability to bring clarity, balance, and grounding. It can also help dispel negative emotions and psychic clutter.

Crystals for the Chakras

Balance your chakras with crystals Chakras are energy centers inside the body: you can picture them as spinning wheels of light. This system of energy centers is said to influence your overall exp...

Petrified Wood Properties

Petrified wood is a grounding and stabilizing stone that embodies the energy of ancient trees. It promotes patience, connection to the Earth, and personal growth.

Serpentine Properties

Historically, serpentine has been used for the creation of mortars; for this reason, it quickly became the stone of doctors, chemists, and alchemists.

Using Loose Herbs for Smoke Cleansing

Discover the benefits of smoke cleansing, learn how to use loose herbs for this practice, and find out exactly which herbs are best to use.

Programming a Crystal: 3 Simple Steps

What does it mean to program a crystal? Programming your crystal is, at its core, giving it a clear purpose - or job - in your life. Programming a crystal refers to the process of clearing it...