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Stitching Together Tradition and Creativity with Japan's Vintage Kimonos

Stitching Together Tradition and Creativity wit...

My journeys to Kyoto brought me a remarkable encounter. Years ago, I met Tomoko-san, who runs a tiny shop near Kiyomizudera, dealing in recycled and vintage kimonos. Her collection, often unworn...

Stitching Together Tradition and Creativity wit...

My journeys to Kyoto brought me a remarkable encounter. Years ago, I met Tomoko-san, who runs a tiny shop near Kiyomizudera, dealing in recycled and vintage kimonos. Her collection, often unworn...

April Birthstone: Crystal Quartz

April Birthstone: Crystal Quartz

April's Birthstone is Diamond, but Crystal Quartz is also recognized as the April Birthstone, so we're going to focus on that!  Like Diamonds, Crystal Quartz is a clear, hard gemstone....

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April Birthstone: Crystal Quartz

April's Birthstone is Diamond, but Crystal Quartz is also recognized as the April Birthstone, so we're going to focus on that!  Like Diamonds, Crystal Quartz is a clear, hard gemstone....

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What is a Mala?

What is a Mala?

A mala is a single string of beads that is used in prayer and meditation which allows one to count their mantras or intentions. A full mala consists of 108 beads, and is...

What is a Mala?

A mala is a single string of beads that is used in prayer and meditation which allows one to count their mantras or intentions. A full mala consists of 108 beads, and is...