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How To Identify Fake Malachite
Take the high interest add a pandemic, and soaring prices; and you've got a recipe that scammers dream of. Read this to be a savvy shopper.

Barbara Ford
Oct 7, 20224 min read


The Dangers Of Crystal Elixirs; And What To Do Instead
There is no doubt about it; there are lots of benefits of using crystals, minerals and gemstones. They are excellent tools for personal empowerment and a host of energetic reasons. Using crystals is based on the idea that they vibrate at different rates and can have a positive effect on you. In additional, psychologically speaking, wearing or using crystals helps you to keep your focus on the attributes the crystals represent. So it’s no surprise that many new age shops and

Barbara Ford
May 3, 20222 min read


What Do We Do On Vacation? We Go Rock Hounding Of Course!
What do we, the owners of a crystal shop, do on our time off? Why we go rock hounding of course! During this year’s family vacation we took a road trip up to Thunder Bay, Ontario, and spent some time at the breathtaking Amethyst Mine Panorama. Located outside of Thunder Bay, hidden in the woods, is a multi-generational family owned mine. We had the pleasure of meeting Lori and Tim Lukinuk and learn about their family’s history with the mine. Hearing the passion and love for a

Barbara Ford
Sep 24, 20212 min read


Crystals To Combat Covid Fatigue
Crystals can be a wonderful way to give yourself an extra boost when you’re feeling overwhelmed, tired, frustrated or hopeless.

Barbara Ford
May 3, 20213 min read


5 Crystals To Boost Your Mood
One of the best uses of crystals is to help you get your groove back. To perk you up, and get back to enjoying life again. I have a few simple suggestions for how to use your crystals for this.

Barbara Ford
May 19, 20192 min read


Crystals To Help With New Year's Resolutions
ost people use the ringing in of a new year as an opportunity to make changes in their life. Whether that be for personal growth, or to manage work, home life, travel etc. But, just as true, is the fact that by about the end of January, most people will have given up on those goals. So a little extra help can make all the difference.

Barbara Ford
Jan 4, 20192 min read


Is It Possible To Use Too Many Crystals
Dear Barbara,
My friend always has her pockets and her purse full of rocks. In fact, she even has them in her bra! I understand the point of crystals for mindfulness but how many rocks should a person use? When is it too many?

Barbara Ford
Sep 11, 20181 min read


Black Tourmaline
Black Tourmaline Spiritual Meaning: Black Tourmaline is associated with grounding. It helps to connect human and earth energies together.

Barbara Ford
Aug 31, 20181 min read


Beautiful Celestite; Spiritual Meaning & Fun Facts
Celestite is a beautiful translucent soft blue coloured crystal, that is often seen as a cluster shape, or rounded geode. It is associated with helping you to connect in with divine angelic energy. Many people use it to help them bring infinite inner peace and serenity into their lives.

Barbara Ford
Aug 24, 20181 min read


7 Unusual Crystals That Really Rock!
Everyone is in love with Amethyst. We swoon for Labradorite. But get ready….here is a list of 7 super-fabulous crystals that you probably never heard of and here’s why you will want them for your collection.

Barbara Ford
Apr 9, 20183 min read


Crystal Selenite
Crystal Selenite

Barbara Ford
Sep 19, 20171 min read


5 Crystals To Enhance Your Personal Power
5 Crystals To Enhance Your Personal Power

Barbara Ford
Apr 5, 20171 min read


Top 10 Most Useful Crystals
Crystals have really hit stride in the modern world. With people like Adele, Katy Perry, and Kate Hudson publically sharing their love for gemstones; crystals are becoming a mainstream way of setting intentions and personal empowerment. Whether you are new to crystals or have already started your love affair with them, here are some crystals that are “must haves” for your personal collection.

Barbara Ford
Mar 15, 20173 min read


The Dangers Of Crystal Elixirs; And What To Do Instead
So it’s no surprise that many new age shops and crystal enthusiasts took things to a whole other level, which is to “infuse” water with the crystal energy and drink it. Sounds great doesn’t it? Well in theory its great but in practicality not so much. Many crystals have toxic components to it making them completely unsafe for ingestion.

Barbara Ford
Dec 30, 20162 min read
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