These are a few of the many new pendants that have arrived in the shop just in time for Xmas and the New Year. 

September has arrived with the cosiness of autumn just around the corner, and I think the extract from this poem by Helen Hunter Jackson captures that September feeling perfectly.

The golden-rod is yellow;
The corn is turning brown;
The trees in apple orchards
With fruit are bending down.

The gentian's bluest fringes
Are curling in the sun;
In dusty pods the milkweed
Its hidden silk has spun.

 By all these lovely tokens
September days are here,
With summer's best of weather,
 And autumn's best of cheer.

Peridot is a vibrant green gemstone that has been adored through the ages for its mystical qualities when used to create gemstone jewellery.. Ancient Egyptians called it 'The Gem Of The Sun' and believed that it protected wearers from evil spirits. Other cultures including the Romans and Greeks also valued peridot for its healing and protective qualities.

Peridot is a type of olivine mineral which crystallizes in volcanic rocks. It forms as small, translucent crystals that are often found in lava flows and meteorites. The gemstone is formed deep beneath the Eath's crust and is brought to the surface through volcanic activity.

Peridot is associated with the heart chakra and is believed to promote love, compassion and spiritual growth. It is also said to have a calming effect on the wearer, reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of well-being. It is great for those with sensitive skin, as it is not known to cause irritation or allergic reactions.