We have just received fresh stocks of several brand new and Fantastic fragrant incense sticks from the makers of Nag Champa.
The house here has been full of amazing aromas as we have been testing for quality.
Check out the new fragrances listed here they include an amazing Jasmine, a fabulous Patchouli and a knockout Sandalwood. The perfumed oils used are of the best quality and are probably the best offered to the market place todate!
RRP is around £1.75 per pack of approx 12-15 sticks. We have the full range in stock right now at the great offer price of just £1.20 per packet.
Thursday 3 December 2009
Saturday 7 November 2009
Shipping Changes
What a challenging month we have had with postal issues.
As you may know here in the UK we have had a number of postal strikes that have had some impact on our usual delivery service. We aim to ship all orders received within 48 hours however we are coming up to the busiest time of the year now and it is not always possible to meet this target with increased orders.
We have also had an increase in 'claims' where goods shipped outside of the UK have 'not need received' .We always obtain proof of shipping however in an attempt to keep customer shipping costs to a minimum, do not send overseas post via a 'signed for' method. If we did this in many cases the cost of shipping would be double the original customers order goods value!
In an attempt to reduce losses and thus help keep our prices down to you our valued customers we have had to implement immediate changes to our shipping policy.
We will be sending all UK orders via recorded delivery (requiring the item to be signed for on delivery) to help us reduce losses from orders 'not received'. This is also a requirement of PAYPAL if we need to put in a claim for missing items.
I have to say that all our shipped packages have our return address on them which means in theory they should be returned to us if undelivered. We operate on trust however we are in difficult times where we find in order to protect our interests we have to now get proof that items have been shipped AND delivered before we can claim for a missing package.
This new procedure will have an impact to our business running costs and therefore we have revised out shipping costs to allow for this.
Click here for our full Terms on shipping etc
We have also made the decision that for the time being we will no longer ship outside of the UK unless the customer is prepared to cover the additional costs of sending the goods via a recorded or signed for method. We would encourage overseas customers to email us prior to ordering to get a shipping quote.
As you may know here in the UK we have had a number of postal strikes that have had some impact on our usual delivery service. We aim to ship all orders received within 48 hours however we are coming up to the busiest time of the year now and it is not always possible to meet this target with increased orders.
We have also had an increase in 'claims' where goods shipped outside of the UK have 'not need received' .We always obtain proof of shipping however in an attempt to keep customer shipping costs to a minimum, do not send overseas post via a 'signed for' method. If we did this in many cases the cost of shipping would be double the original customers order goods value!
In an attempt to reduce losses and thus help keep our prices down to you our valued customers we have had to implement immediate changes to our shipping policy.
We will be sending all UK orders via recorded delivery (requiring the item to be signed for on delivery) to help us reduce losses from orders 'not received'. This is also a requirement of PAYPAL if we need to put in a claim for missing items.
I have to say that all our shipped packages have our return address on them which means in theory they should be returned to us if undelivered. We operate on trust however we are in difficult times where we find in order to protect our interests we have to now get proof that items have been shipped AND delivered before we can claim for a missing package.
This new procedure will have an impact to our business running costs and therefore we have revised out shipping costs to allow for this.
Click here for our full Terms on shipping etc
We have also made the decision that for the time being we will no longer ship outside of the UK unless the customer is prepared to cover the additional costs of sending the goods via a recorded or signed for method. We would encourage overseas customers to email us prior to ordering to get a shipping quote.
Thursday 1 October 2009
How & Why to Cleanse your Crystals
How to Cleanse Your Crystals
Cleansing is the process of removing any previous energies and influences that an item may have either absorbed or come into contact with, either during its production, handling or environment which it originated from.
To ensure that your crystal is ‘pure’ you should always cleanse it before working with it. There are a number of ways in which this can be done and these will be individually covered.
Cleansing With Fire
This is one of the oldest methods of cleansing and clearing an item. Obviously it is not suggested that you throw your crystal directly into a fire due to the damage that this would cause to it. It is however possible to cleanse a crystal by quickly passing it through the flame of a candle while visualising the energies being detached and being sent into the light.
Another alternative to cleansing with fire indirectly is by using incense or joss sticks. Light your incense and wait until you have a good cloud of the fragranced smoke spiralling upwards then in the same way as the candle flame technique, pass your crystal through the smoke several times while asking for the item to be cleansed for highest good.
Earth Cleansing
This type of cleansing used the earths natural properties to draw out and cleanse any negativity that your crystal may have had attracted to it on its journey to your ownership.
You can make a small hole in the earth, some do this on a full moon, and place your crystal inside, before covering it over with the earth. Leave the crystal in the ground for a period of time that feels right to you, but at least 24 hours before retrieving it. It is worth mentioning at this point that it is advisable to mark the spot your crystal has been buried at to avoid the potential loss of a prized specimen! If you would prefer to take additional precautions you can use the earth cleansing method by first filling a bucket or flower pot with fresh earth and then burying your crystal in it to prevent loss.
Sea Salt is another variation of earth cleansing. Here you use a container full of Sea Salt and burry your crystal in this. It will have the same affect as earth cleansing but it is important to remember to throw away the salt after use as reusing it could cause a build up of negative energies that can then be passed into another crystal that you are trying to cleanse with the same salt. Important to note is that some crystals (Pyrite and metal based minerals) are damages or corroded by the properties of Salt and therefore if in doubt you should consult a good crystal and mineral book to check suitability prior to cleansing with salt.
Water Cleansing
Cleansing with water is one of the easiest ways of quickly preparing your crystal for work. Fill a clean glass bowl with spring water, bottled or filtered is fine unless you are lucky enough to have a natural spring in close proximity to your home; then place the crystal in it ensuring the water completely covers the crystal. Leave the bowl on a windowsill in the moonlight if possible, overnight for maximum power before removing the crystal.
If you have access to a source of natural spring water this is an even better way of cleaning as it is washing the impurities of the crystal away as the water cleanses it. Place your crystal in a small net or mesh bag and hang it into the running waters, allowing the water to pass over for several minutes.
Again, as with salt cleansing, precautions must be taken to ensure your crystal is not made from material that is damages or even soluble in water. Some minerals such as Selenite are water soluble and will dissolve. These types of crystals are best cleansed by the incense method.
Cleansing Delicate Crystals
As already mentioned some crystals can be difficult to cleanse by the methods already described due to their delicate crystalline structures. For specimens like these you can cleanse using Reiki Energy or sound vibration.
To cleanse using Reiki Energy you will have to have been Reiki Attuned. If you have not been attuned then you could take your crystal to a Reiki Practitioner and they may be willing to do this for you.
Cleaning with sound vibration is a little easier. Using a set of Tibetan Cymbals ching them together and then separate them placing the crystal between the cymbals, thus allowing the vibrational ring to pass through the gem.
Remember that when cleansing your crystals you are removing all previous energies that the crystal has come into contact with prior to it reaching you. All crystals will have collected some form of vibration during manufacture. They absorb energy as they are produced and handled by the people that dig the raw material from the ground right through to the end supplier who has picked and packed them for shipment on their final journey to you.
Once cleansed do not let anyone else handle your crystal without your prior permission and remember to cleanse it after they have handled it as well as after you have used it.
Regular cleansing will ensure your crystal works with you and bond to your energy frequencies.
Cleansing is the process of removing any previous energies and influences that an item may have either absorbed or come into contact with, either during its production, handling or environment which it originated from.
To ensure that your crystal is ‘pure’ you should always cleanse it before working with it. There are a number of ways in which this can be done and these will be individually covered.
Cleansing With Fire
This is one of the oldest methods of cleansing and clearing an item. Obviously it is not suggested that you throw your crystal directly into a fire due to the damage that this would cause to it. It is however possible to cleanse a crystal by quickly passing it through the flame of a candle while visualising the energies being detached and being sent into the light.
Another alternative to cleansing with fire indirectly is by using incense or joss sticks. Light your incense and wait until you have a good cloud of the fragranced smoke spiralling upwards then in the same way as the candle flame technique, pass your crystal through the smoke several times while asking for the item to be cleansed for highest good.
Earth Cleansing
This type of cleansing used the earths natural properties to draw out and cleanse any negativity that your crystal may have had attracted to it on its journey to your ownership.
You can make a small hole in the earth, some do this on a full moon, and place your crystal inside, before covering it over with the earth. Leave the crystal in the ground for a period of time that feels right to you, but at least 24 hours before retrieving it. It is worth mentioning at this point that it is advisable to mark the spot your crystal has been buried at to avoid the potential loss of a prized specimen! If you would prefer to take additional precautions you can use the earth cleansing method by first filling a bucket or flower pot with fresh earth and then burying your crystal in it to prevent loss.
Sea Salt is another variation of earth cleansing. Here you use a container full of Sea Salt and burry your crystal in this. It will have the same affect as earth cleansing but it is important to remember to throw away the salt after use as reusing it could cause a build up of negative energies that can then be passed into another crystal that you are trying to cleanse with the same salt. Important to note is that some crystals (Pyrite and metal based minerals) are damages or corroded by the properties of Salt and therefore if in doubt you should consult a good crystal and mineral book to check suitability prior to cleansing with salt.
Water Cleansing
Cleansing with water is one of the easiest ways of quickly preparing your crystal for work. Fill a clean glass bowl with spring water, bottled or filtered is fine unless you are lucky enough to have a natural spring in close proximity to your home; then place the crystal in it ensuring the water completely covers the crystal. Leave the bowl on a windowsill in the moonlight if possible, overnight for maximum power before removing the crystal.
If you have access to a source of natural spring water this is an even better way of cleaning as it is washing the impurities of the crystal away as the water cleanses it. Place your crystal in a small net or mesh bag and hang it into the running waters, allowing the water to pass over for several minutes.
Again, as with salt cleansing, precautions must be taken to ensure your crystal is not made from material that is damages or even soluble in water. Some minerals such as Selenite are water soluble and will dissolve. These types of crystals are best cleansed by the incense method.
Cleansing Delicate Crystals
As already mentioned some crystals can be difficult to cleanse by the methods already described due to their delicate crystalline structures. For specimens like these you can cleanse using Reiki Energy or sound vibration.
To cleanse using Reiki Energy you will have to have been Reiki Attuned. If you have not been attuned then you could take your crystal to a Reiki Practitioner and they may be willing to do this for you.
Cleaning with sound vibration is a little easier. Using a set of Tibetan Cymbals ching them together and then separate them placing the crystal between the cymbals, thus allowing the vibrational ring to pass through the gem.
Remember that when cleansing your crystals you are removing all previous energies that the crystal has come into contact with prior to it reaching you. All crystals will have collected some form of vibration during manufacture. They absorb energy as they are produced and handled by the people that dig the raw material from the ground right through to the end supplier who has picked and packed them for shipment on their final journey to you.
Once cleansed do not let anyone else handle your crystal without your prior permission and remember to cleanse it after they have handled it as well as after you have used it.
Regular cleansing will ensure your crystal works with you and bond to your energy frequencies.
Saturday 19 September 2009
NEW Pendulum Dowsers Now in stock
I am always working with my suppliers to offer new and exciting lines and I am sure you will not be disappointed with this fabulous new Dowser Pendulum.
This stunning Pendulum is made from quartz crystal. It has a quartz orb at its top followed by a quartz Merkaba that can be revolved within a silver metal cage. The base is a silver metal holder that has a quartz faceted wand attached. Supplied on a silver metal chain with quartz bead.
The Merkaba is the energy field that surrounds our living body. It is the divine light energy used by the Ascended Masters to connect with the higher Spiritual dimension.
This stunning Pendulum is made from quartz crystal. It has a quartz orb at its top followed by a quartz Merkaba that can be revolved within a silver metal cage. The base is a silver metal holder that has a quartz faceted wand attached. Supplied on a silver metal chain with quartz bead.
So what is so special about a Merkaba? Here is an explanation:-
"Mer" means Light "Ka" means Spirit "Ba" means Body.
The Merkaba is the energy field that surrounds our living body. It is the divine light energy used by the Ascended Masters to connect with the higher Spiritual dimension.
The Merkaba plays an important role in regulating our energy fields. It helps to bring harmony and balance to the Chakra energy centres of the body.
The shape of the Merkaba is that of two interlocking tetrahedron. They make up a star shape formed from male and female energy. The star is a symbol of balanced Yin and Yang energy.
As this particular pendulum is made from pure, natural quartz crystal it is perfect for the Reiki practitioner who likes to use a dowser to balance the Aura field of the client.
Once you have cleansed your new dowser you may wish to wear it as a pendant around your neck. This will allow it to remain in your auric field thus charging it with your own personal magnetism.
Monday 14 September 2009
Pendulums or Dowsers?? Whats the difference.How do they work?
Dowers or Pendulums are as old as time itself. From the very early days of Divination the 'Seeker' would use a Pendulum to gain answers to questions as diverse as 'will it rain? ' to holding one over the stomach of an expectant mother and asking 'what sex will this unborn child be?'
The Pendulum can be made of a number of different materials - indeed almost anything can be hung from a cord or chain and used as a divination tool. Dowsers made of turned wood, metal spirals or stone are the most popular choices today although something as simple as a large threaded needle can be used in the absence of a purpose made tool.
There is no right or wrong one to use, it is a matter of personal choice, remember you don't choose the tool, it chooses you so when buying your Pendulum always go with your 'gut' instinct. Each will perform in a similar way although added significance can be added to the use of your pendulum based in its material. Personally I use an Amethyst Pendulum for its Protective qualities if working with Spirit energies as Amethyst protects the user from negative energies.
For use when divining matters of love a Rose Quartz Pendulum is more suitable as this is a gem stone that is associated with love and emotional healing. Rose Quartz allows the user to give and receive love in an unconditional way.
Some people when dowsing or meditating find they have difficulty staying grounded during divination work. In this case I would suggest using either a Red Jasper or Hematite Pendulum. Both of these gems are renowned for their earthing and grounding attributes.
When choosing your dowser take into consideration the type of work you will be using it for. Once you have your new dowsing pendulum you will need to cleanse and programme it before using it.
Firstly 'cleanse' the dowser. Once you have done this keep it safe in its pouch bag and under no circumstances allow anyone else to touch or use it. If you do, the dowser may become contaminated with the other persons energies and should this happen you will need to re-cleanse as previously recommended.
Programming Your Dowser Pendulum
When we talk about 'programming' an item we are referring to our ability to 'attune' to its unique qualities in order to begin working with it. People programme or attune in different ways and the way you programme your dowser will be personal to you. The way I am about to describe is my own personally developed approach. It can be applied to almost any item from a dowser to a healing wand, crystal or tumble stone. Feel free to try this method to programme your dowser or alternatively experiment and develop your own method.
To begin, sit quietly with your cleansed dowser in the palm of your 'receptive hand' this is your left hand if you are right handed and your right hand if you are left handed. Place your 'projective hand' (the hand you write with) over the dowser to form a cup, covering it.
Close your eyes, breath deeply and slowly. Now imagine as you breath, white light energy forming above your head. Visualise this energy being drawn down through your head into your body. allow it to flow through your arms and into your hands. See the energy filling the dowser as it flows through your hands. Ask the pure white light energy to charge and protect your dowser, allowing it to be empowered for your personal use. As you do this visualise the energy entering the dowser and radiating though it.
Once you have finished, open your eyes and look down at your dowser. It has now been attuned to your personal energy vibrations and is ready for you to use. Remember not to allow anyone else to touch the dowser from now on or you will need to re-cleanse and recharge it.
By keeping the dowser close to you, in your pocket within your 'auric field', under your pillow as you sleep or on the bedside table, it will continue to draw from your personal magnetism, further charging it with your energy vibration.
Wow! I hope all that has made sense to you. Let me know your thoughts or questions
Paul :-)
The Pendulum can be made of a number of different materials - indeed almost anything can be hung from a cord or chain and used as a divination tool. Dowsers made of turned wood, metal spirals or stone are the most popular choices today although something as simple as a large threaded needle can be used in the absence of a purpose made tool.
There is no right or wrong one to use, it is a matter of personal choice, remember you don't choose the tool, it chooses you so when buying your Pendulum always go with your 'gut' instinct. Each will perform in a similar way although added significance can be added to the use of your pendulum based in its material. Personally I use an Amethyst Pendulum for its Protective qualities if working with Spirit energies as Amethyst protects the user from negative energies.
For use when divining matters of love a Rose Quartz Pendulum is more suitable as this is a gem stone that is associated with love and emotional healing. Rose Quartz allows the user to give and receive love in an unconditional way.
Some people when dowsing or meditating find they have difficulty staying grounded during divination work. In this case I would suggest using either a Red Jasper or Hematite Pendulum. Both of these gems are renowned for their earthing and grounding attributes.
When choosing your dowser take into consideration the type of work you will be using it for. Once you have your new dowsing pendulum you will need to cleanse and programme it before using it.
Firstly 'cleanse' the dowser. Once you have done this keep it safe in its pouch bag and under no circumstances allow anyone else to touch or use it. If you do, the dowser may become contaminated with the other persons energies and should this happen you will need to re-cleanse as previously recommended.
Programming Your Dowser Pendulum
When we talk about 'programming' an item we are referring to our ability to 'attune' to its unique qualities in order to begin working with it. People programme or attune in different ways and the way you programme your dowser will be personal to you. The way I am about to describe is my own personally developed approach. It can be applied to almost any item from a dowser to a healing wand, crystal or tumble stone. Feel free to try this method to programme your dowser or alternatively experiment and develop your own method.
To begin, sit quietly with your cleansed dowser in the palm of your 'receptive hand' this is your left hand if you are right handed and your right hand if you are left handed. Place your 'projective hand' (the hand you write with) over the dowser to form a cup, covering it.
Close your eyes, breath deeply and slowly. Now imagine as you breath, white light energy forming above your head. Visualise this energy being drawn down through your head into your body. allow it to flow through your arms and into your hands. See the energy filling the dowser as it flows through your hands. Ask the pure white light energy to charge and protect your dowser, allowing it to be empowered for your personal use. As you do this visualise the energy entering the dowser and radiating though it.
Once you have finished, open your eyes and look down at your dowser. It has now been attuned to your personal energy vibrations and is ready for you to use. Remember not to allow anyone else to touch the dowser from now on or you will need to re-cleanse and recharge it.
By keeping the dowser close to you, in your pocket within your 'auric field', under your pillow as you sleep or on the bedside table, it will continue to draw from your personal magnetism, further charging it with your energy vibration.
Wow! I hope all that has made sense to you. Let me know your thoughts or questions
Paul :-)
So whats all this about then????
Hi everyone,
My name is Paul Temple and I run www.josssticksandgems.co.uk. I am a Reiki Master and medium based in Nottinghamshire UK.
My business supplies the psychic, new age and Reiki community with quality incense, accessories and crystals.
I hope to use the Blog as a way of staying in touch with the many loyal customers that visit my site and also to pass on feedback, articles of interest and news of new products being launched.
Do feel free to join me and lets share our knowledge.
Regards
Paul
My name is Paul Temple and I run www.josssticksandgems.co.uk. I am a Reiki Master and medium based in Nottinghamshire UK.
My business supplies the psychic, new age and Reiki community with quality incense, accessories and crystals.
I hope to use the Blog as a way of staying in touch with the many loyal customers that visit my site and also to pass on feedback, articles of interest and news of new products being launched.
Do feel free to join me and lets share our knowledge.
Regards
Paul
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