Unveiling Eastern Traditions

The Makara, a mythic aquatic creature of Vedic origin, has swum its way into Tibetan art, temple carvings, and modern Tibetan jewelry as a powerful symbol of protection and adaptability. In Vedic t...

Choosing your first mala can feel overwhelming, but with a little guidance on materials, bead counts, and suitable mantras, you’ll be ready to begin your own mantra-based meditation practice. In th...

In Tibetan spiritual jewelry, precious metals aren’t just valued for their luster—they’re conduits for subtle energy. Among today’s artisans, a quietly growing exploration involves alloy blends tun...

For modern wanderers, portable spiritual jewelry bridges tradition and practicality, offering on-the-go sanctuaries for meditation, intention-setting, and ritual. Drawing from Tibetan gawu boxes, t...

When we lose someone dear, tangible reminders of their love and presence can bring solace. Tibetan jewelry, with its rich symbolism and centuries-old traditions, offers meaningful pieces designed t...

In Tibetan spiritual jewelry, the Gawu Box—also known as a prayer locket or gau—holds a world of meaning within its hidden chamber. Originating as portable shrines for monks, these lockets evolved ...

In Tibetan Buddhism, beauty is found not despite imperfection, but because of it. Much like the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi, which embraces the beauty of the humble, worn, and irregular, traditio...

In Tibetan Buddhism’s tantric systems, the four “methods” (Sanskrit: karman; Tibetan: ’dus pa)—Peace, Growth, Harmony, and Subjugate—serve distinct yet complementary roles in a practitioner’s path....

For centuries, Tibetan silversmiths practiced a meticulous technique of hand-stamping mantras and sacred syllables onto jewelry, turning each Buddha pendant into a conduit of blessing and protectio...