Coronation Jewellery, Magical Moonstone & Bead Fair Reports
6th May 2023
See us next weekend on Sat 13th May, New Forest Bead Fair or Sun 14th May at Welsh Bead Fair. Then on Sun 21st May, we’ve at the Cornish Bead Fair.
For bookings so far click Bead Fairs 2023. MrBead Shop: https://mrbeadshop.com
Content:
Coronation Jewellery
Bead Fair Reports
Moonstone For May
Visit Us This May!
Next Bead Fairs
Beads Up North
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Coronation Jewellery
Coronation jewellery stands the test of time. The tradition of wearing regal and ornate jewellery to celebrate special occasions dates back centuries. In recent times, this type of jewellery is also popular as a fashion statement.
Choose semi-precious beads that complement each other and fit the theme of your coronation jewellery. You can use the same beads, or mix and match different types to create a unique and eye-catching design. However, choose beads that are of the same size and shape to create a balanced look.
As well as threading the beads, you can try wire-wrapping stones or pearls for a different effect. Create a pattern or mix and match the beads for a more random design.
With a little creativity and patience, you can create beautiful and regal pieces of jewellery that will stand the test of time. The Crown pendent above is available from MrBead.
Click for a festive Union Jack Bead Pattern From Halfpenney’s Beads
Bead Fair Reports
Luton Bead Fair
Luton is usually very busy with many arriving up the M1 from North London. However, this time it was a little quiet. No idea why. Back at Luton on Saturday 14th October.
Oxfordshire Bead Fair
At a new venue for us, Hornton Pavilion – a beautiful thatched ‘hidden’ village, close to Banbury & the M40. This show was booming. After the first couple of hours my head was spinning – adding bead purchases continuously at a busy fair, feels like driving for hours at 90-miles-an-hour!
Beads Up North
Thank you to everyone who made this show such a success.
This is always a busy show, but this one had even more visitors than last year. Pictures above are the long entry queues at 10-0-clock! Many visitors and many sales! We’ll be back at Haydock Racecourse on Sunday 17th September.
To see a short video click: Beads Up North
Magical Moonstone: May’s Gemstone
Moonstone’s feature is its magical ‘play of light’, once thought to be caused by the moon. The translucent stone softens light shining through it to give a pearly glow, changing on the angle viewed.
Moonstone brings luck, positive energy and confidence – aiding spirituality and intuition. Natural moonstone is expensive, so opalite is common today. Opalite moonstone gives even more shimmer. Its soft, milky appearance is calming and mesmerizing, demanding attention on a summer night.
Opalite moonstone is a type of glass with similar metaphysical properties to genuine moonstone. Opalite is a powerful healing stone, but is more affordable and durable than moonstone. It’s also available in more shapes and sizes, and is less likely to chip, making more practicable jewellery.
Natural moonstone is translucent, and softens the light shining through it to give a pearly moon-like glow which appears different whenever the stone changes position. This shimmering affect is caused by light being refracted inside the stone.
Colours
Moonstone comes in colourless, white, grey, and subtle yellow, but always has a blue or white sheen. Rainbow moonstone is colourless with a blue sheen and a rainbow-like array of colours.
Moonstone folklore
Much mystery surrounds this stone. In India it’s considered sacred to lovers, and is also known as a “dream stone” bringing beautiful dreams.
In Arab countries women sew moonstone into their garment as a symbol of fertility. It was also believed to be protective to seafarers, who have used it since ancient times. During full-moon, moonstone is very powerful for reconciling love – and as the moon decreases, is said to allow one to foretell the future.
A feminine stone for female issues and the inner-child, but also used by men who want to reach their feminine side. Moonstone brings confidence, calms the emotions, and aids spirituality, intuition, and clairvoyance.
Also thought to protect against fever, fluid-retention and urinary problems. Its soft shine supports the emotional and dreamy side of a person. Wearing moonstone will also increase your sensitivity for others.
Natural moonstone
Classical moonstone from Sri Lanka shimmers pale blue and is expensive. Moonstone from India has a cloud-like plays of light on beige, brown or green, backgrounds – and some have a cat’s eye or a multi-rayed star.
Uncut moonstone is dull and lacks the play of light. This is brought out by the cutter’s skills, who must locate the stone’s axis. Classical moonstones are always cut as cabochons.
Value
The more intense the colour, size and transparency, the more valuable is the gem. Top quality fine blue moonstone shows an incredible “three-dimensional” depth of colour, which you will see clearly only when tilting. These are rare and expensive. Brighter coloured Indian moonstone is cheaper, so is opalite moonstone.
Opalite moonstone
Opalite moonstone is most common today. This is a synthetic stone with even more blue shimmer than genuine moonstone, that’s only been around recently.
Against a light background, it appears milky white, shimmering golden faint lilac-blue and other colours. Against a darker background, it changes to a bright icy blue with the highlights altering to intense oranges and reds. The stone practically glows on its own, and demands attention by outshining all around.
Opalite moonstone adds a romantic feminine allure to your jewellery, always looking refreshingly cool – ideal for summer. Its pastel glow is soft and captivating, complimenting other light-coloured stones like lilac amethyst, blue chalcedony, and rose quartz.
It also loves to compete with wild bright colours like reds and turquoise. This flamboyance makes opalite ideal to wear during a night out on the town.
Looking after moonstone
All moonstone is fragile and should be handled carefully. However, a jeweller can polish a dulled moonstone back to its original glory.
We have over 45 different opalite moonstones – to see at Moonstone Beads
Visit Us This May!
Sat 13th May: New Forest Bead Fair at Brockenhurst Village Hall – Heart of the New Forest.
Sun 14th May: Welsh Bead Fair at Redwick Village Hall – Close to M4, Cardiff & Bristol.
Sun 21st May: Cornish Bead Fair at Probus Village Hall – Off A30, Central Cornwall.
All shows free entry & free refreshments! Open 11am to 4pm.
2023 Bead Fairs
We’re doing less Gem n Bead Fairs, and more of our own single day shows. Most of our own shows are free entry & free refreshments.
They’re also more busy, giving visitors a buzz and chance to share ideas together! If you feel we’re not near you, let me know and I’ll consider your location.
Next Bead Fairs
Saturday 13th May: New Forest Bead Fair, Brockenhurst Village Hall
Sunday 14th May: Welsh Bead Fair, Redwick Village Hall
Sunday 21st May: Cornish Bead Fair, Probus Village Hall
Sunday 4th June: Norwich Bead Fair, George Best Western Hotel
Sunday 18th June: Cheshire Bead Fair, Nantwich Civic Hall
Saturday 24th June: Lincoln Bead Fair, North Kyme Village Hall
Sunday 25th June: Essex MrBead Fair: Great Bromley Village Hall
For the full list so far click: 2023 Bead Fairs.
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