In Greek Mythology, Amethyst was created thanks to the god of wine Dionysus (Bacchus)and the goddess Diana. However, in the view of more modern beliefs, amethyst is a highly prized purple colored quartz. The deeper the shade of purple the higher quality the stone. Very pale specimens of this stone can be heat treated to create green amethyst. Amethyst is reputed to have healing, and intuitive properties. Amethyst is The birthstone for February.
Everybody's favorite Christmas song is available as pewter charms! Give the gift of the 12 days of Christmas with a charm bracelet. Give your favorite people a chain bracelet with the partridge charm on the first day, then give them the corresponding charm on each consecutive day. Perfect for young and old alike!
Our special beginner gift bundles are perfect for that future beader in your life! At three price levels, there's a bundle for every budget! Your beginner beading bundle includes a Shipwreck Beads gift card, a 2010 Shipwreck Beads catalog, The Basics of Bead Stringing instructional booklet, and a 2010 Bead Dreams Calendar!