About the Rosaries:
Rosaries are wonderful gifts to give and can be functional works of art. People gift and use them for multiple occasions: Births, Baptisms, Communions, Wedding Bouquets, New Cars, Funerals, or to Bring Someone Comfort, just to name a few.
The rosaries are handcrafted with a variety of metals and bead types to meet everyone’s interest and price point. The prices are reflective as to whether semi-precious stones, glass and/or metals were used. Each rosary is unique, one of a kind and named. The details of the size, cost, and materials used are under each Rosary, labeled Details. The beads are purposefully chosen and represent an intention which is found in the Description section below each rosary.
First Communion
53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Rose Quartz Rnd Beads 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 4mm Crystal Fct, Rnd deep blue flanking 10mm Violet Glass Fct Beads Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers Retail: $86.00 Length: 14" Centerpiece (Medallion): Cross & Medallion Set (St.A) Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver crucifix.
Description: This rosary got its name First Communion because the artist used the medallion to represent the power of prayer and a person’s first communion. The rose quartz beads were purposefully chosen due to them representing love and relationship, in this case with God and the Holy Spirit. The blue represents loyalty and service while the violet glass reflects the modesty of the Virgin Mary, Spiritual wisdom, and Faithfulness.
United in Prayer
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Gold colored crucifix with red, white and blue inlay with a silver Jesus. Centerpiece (Medallion): Gold colored Mother Mary. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm crystal round faceted red ab, half silver iris, dark sapphire beads. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 10mm gold Druzy agate. Connection: Brass and silver. Retail: $56.00 Length: 19 inches
Description: During such a time of adversity, the artist was thinking wouldn't it be beautiful if we could all be united in prayer in this country.
Donut Glazed Prayers
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver Color with Turquoise Inlay Centerpiece (Medallion): Silver Color Madonna & Child with Turquoise Inlay 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Rose Quartz Round Glossy Beads 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 1.5cm Turquoise Recycled Glass, Matte Finish Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers, Chain, Jump Rings Retail: $88.00 Length: 18 inches Metal: Silver
Description: The pink color and turquoise donut shaped glass beads reminded the artist of how sweet and filling a morning prayer can be like a sugar glaze donut. The rose quartz beads represent unconditional love, while the turquoise is to inspire trust, communication and wisdom.
Golden Sacrament
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Golden Cross with White Inlay, Silver Jesus, with Angel Charm Centerpiece (Medallion): Golden & Silver Eucharistic Cup 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Yellow, Round Faceted Glass Beads 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 10mm Violet, Round Facet Glass Beads Connection: Golden Wire Retail: $60.00 Length: 17 inches Metal: Manufactured Gold & Silver Color
Description: The glass bead colors have meaning to the artist. She chose violet to represent spirituality and yellow for energy, optimism and joy which she hopes will grow as you pray using this rosary called Golden Sacrament.
Silent Nite Padre Pio
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver Centerpiece (Medallion): Silver back and frame for Padre Pio portrait. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm, crystal round facet bead, opaque gunmetal (reflective dark blue). Connection: Sterling silver and silver chain Retail: $78.00 Length: 19 inches
Description: The artist choose this deep color blue to represent a difficult service and dignified duty to careers that often get misunderstood. She was thinking of all the dedicated service people we have in our community such as police, doctors and nurses. Padre Pio was an Italian Capuchin priest who was marked by stigmata in 1918 after several investigations were conducted by the Vatican. He passed in 1968 at the age of 81 after faithfully serving his community. Later it was proven that he worked miracles and was Canonized by Pope John Paul II, in 2002.
Mosaic Love
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver with inlaid pinks. Centerpiece (Medallion): Square pink mother of pearl with spinning black water pearl bead. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Rose quartz. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 12mm mother of pearl spinning discs flanked with 3mm magenta Swarovski crystal bead. Connection: Wire and sterling silver. Retail: $91.00 Length: 17 inches
Description: The artist used rose quartz beads to represent unconditional love, healing and peace. Mother of pearl represents purity and believed to bring about prosperity. The color pink is cheerful, nurturing and tranquil.
Burning Heart
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Wood cross. Centerpiece (Medallion): Wood dimensional center 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm medium wood beads. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 10mm dark wood beads. Connection: 12ft of Satin knotted cord and brass. Retail: $35.00 Length: 21 inches
Description: The artist was thinking of Jesus' love and sacrifice he made for our resurrection as he died on a wooden cross. Wood beads are thought to enhance your spiritual practice.
Angelic Hematite Cups
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver Cross with glass/metal angel. Centerpiece (Medallion): Silver with communion cup graphic. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm glossy luster hematite barrel beads. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: Silver with graphic cup and 10mm coned barrel hematite Connection: Wire and sterling silver. Retail: $62.00 Length: 17"
Description: Hematite boosts self esteem , enhances will power and reliability. Focuses ones energies and emotions for balance between the body, mind and spirit. It is said that it dissolves negativity. The violet beads and cups represent spirituality and communion, with optimism.
Blue Jean Stream
Centerpiece (Crucifix): 2" silver crucifix with inlaid blue and embellished with rhinestones. Centerpiece (Medallion): Oval Virgin Mary with blue inlay. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm glossy denim lapis lazuli. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 8mm round glossy white howlite Retail: $104.00 Length: Rosary 17". Bracelet 7.5"
Description: This perfect pairing of a full length rosary and travel rosary allows you to pray anywhere. It was created with denim lapis to boost ones immunity and ward off evil. It's been said to improve ones eyesight, strength, courage and truth. The howlite beads were chosen to represent peace , balance and patience, while the jasper promotes tranquility.
Parting Waters
Centerpiece (Crucifix): 2" silver with turquoise inlay. Centerpiece (Medallion): Silver Mother Mary with turquoise inlay. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 10mm turquoise wave glass beads with silver seed beads and sterling silver cups. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 14mm turquoise recycled glass beads. Connection: Wire and sterling silver/silver jump rings. Retail: $72.00 Length: 23"
Description: The artist was thinking of when Moses parted the Red Sea as well as the many miracles Jesus performed with water. The spiritual meaning of turquoise represents wisdom, tranquility, protection, good fortune and loyalty.
Resurrection
Centerpiece (Crucifix): 2.5" antiqued silver turquoise bezels. Centerpiece (Medallion): Geometric shaped wood. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 8mm wood with turquoise chips. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 10mm turquoise. Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers, Chain, Jump Rings Retail: $60.00 Length: 22"
Description: The artist created this rosary in remembrance of Jesus' resurrection and promise to the people believe in him.
"I do!" - MaryAnn CW
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver crucifix with rhinestones and white inlay Centerpiece (Medallion): Circular St. Benedict with rhinestones Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers Retail: $68.00 Length: 16 inches
Description: This piece was commissioned for a bridal bouquet. It has 8mm pearls, crystal 10 mm faceted beads, 8 mm rondelle Swarovski and 6mm round rhinestone disks with Serling silver crimps, covers and jump rings.
Crystal Clear Connection
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Silver framed oval picture of Eucharist & Cup Silver textured backing Centerpiece (Medallion): Silver crucifix with white inlay 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Clear Crystal AB beads with light violet seed beads in between. 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: Violet 8mm rondelle glass flanked with silver seed beads Retail: $50.00 Length: 13 inches Metal: silver, sterling silver
Description: This piece was created for that special child that will want a rosary to commemorate their big day: their First Communion. The artist used clear crystal beads to reflect innocence and violet to represent spiritual peace and connection. The 4 - 6mm round rhinestone spacers were purposefully placed to remind that one's connection with God is a treasure.
Byzantine: Mother & Child
Centerpiece (Crucifix): Ornate bronze crucifix Centerpiece (Medallion): colorful picture, bust of Mary and Jesus, with simple yet fun bronze frame, back is textured bronze. 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6x8 Rondelle Crystal Topaz AB 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: colorful picture, bust of Mary and Jesus delicate frame, back has a diagonal pattern antiqued bronze and red colorful designed wood beads. Retail: $60.00 Length: 18 inches Metal: regular and antiqued bronze
Description: The appeal to the Byzantine Era in art history is what inspired this work. The artist is fascinated with some of the first depictions of of the Holy Family. The golden topas crystal is representative of the son, Christ's warm light! While the red represents the passion. The brownish bronze is earthy representing how Jesus came here in physical form and how we can connect with his spirit no matter where we are. Praying with this rosary reminds the artist of the golden sun rays embracing us with all its warmth, like a big hug from Jesus.
Balanced Forces
Retail: $52.00
Description: The artist created this work to represent balance, otherwise known as yin-and-yang. As spirits living in human fresh, we are often tempted by sin or reject what Jesus has in store for us. This rosary was created to balance our spiritual callings with our human desires.
Crystal Green Field
Centerpiece (Crucifix): 2 inch traditional crucifix Centerpiece (Medallion): Front has the communion cup, back has an engraving "In remembrance of my first holy communion" 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Crystal AB Round Facet 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 8mm Round Magnetic beads flanked with silver disks Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers, Chain, Jump Rings Retail: $40.00 Length: 14 inches Metal: Silver
Description: This work was made specifically for that person who wants a commemorative rosary for their communion. It's simple, well made with cable wire. The green faceted crystal beads made me think about how were are given the gift of renewal each and everyday and how peaceful it is to meditate and pray with nature surrounding us. The crystal clear beads represent how clear things become when we live in prayer and communion with God, our Father.
Ultra-Violet Light
Centerpiece (Crucifix): 2 inch traditional crucifix Centerpiece (Medallion): Front has the communion cup, back has an engraving "In remembrance of my first holy communion" 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Crystal AB Round Facet 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 6x8mm Sapphire AB Crystal Rondelle Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers, Chain, Jump Rings Retail: $40.00 Length: 15 inches Metal: Silver
Description: This work was made specifically for that person who wants a commemorative rosary for their communion. It's simple, well made with cable wire. The faceted sapphire crystal beads made me think about our the beautiful calming bluish violet light/energy that surrounds us when we pray, while the crystal clear beads represent how clear things become when we live in that communion with God.
Simple Attraction
Centerpiece (Crucifix): 2 inches, traditional crucifix Centerpiece (Medallion): Front has the communion cup, back has an engraving "In remembrance of my first holy communion" 53 Hail Mary Beads: 6mm Crystal AB Round Facet 6 Our Father / Mystery Beads: 8mm round magnetic beads flanked with silver disks. Connection: Seed Beads, Wire, Crimps with Covers, Chain, Jump Rings Retail: $40.00 Length: 14 inches Metal: silver
Description: This work was made specifically for that person who wants a commemorative rosary for their communion. It's simple, well made with cable wire. The magnets made me think about our attraction to prayer and Jesus, while the crystal clear beads represent how clear things become when we live in prayer.
All rosary materials are purchased and advertised based on supplier descriptions.