In the ranks of crystals with metaphysical properties, few are as famous or as distinctive as amethyst. One of very few stones with its unique purple coloration, amethyst is a form of quartz that contains iron and other trace minerals within its stru
A deep-dive into the crystals & stones that Peruvian Shamans work alongside within their healing practices, rituals & ceremonies. Through the ancient art of ‘Stone Medicine’ we can heal mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Crystals can
Cleansing your crystals is an important part of keeping their energetic properties in balance. By properly cleansing them, you can ensure they are resonating with positive energy and ready to be used for their intended purpose. But how do you go abou
Have you ever seen or heard about a crystal grid and wondered how it works? Are you interested in learning more about this ancient practice to create powerful healing energy in your home?. If so, then read on!. In this guide, we will explore the basi
“No words can express my love for thee, so I will use geometry.” – Unknown. I’ll admit it. I didn’t know how these three-dimensional geometric shapes related to healing and shamanism. Yet, as the study of sacred geometry teaches us how life and nat
The Q’ero, a Quechua-speaking indigenous people of south central Peru, believe that everything in nature is animate and in the concept of ayni, or reciprocity. Andeans practice this principle within their communities, as well as in their interaction
This mystical blue stone has been the symbol for royalty, gods and goddesses, honor, spirit, wisdom and truth since the beginning of our history. It is said to facilitate a connection between the celestial and material realms, and assist in contactin
When you hear the phrase “Tibetan Incense,” it could be referring to any number of incense types made mostly in Buddhist communes in the Indian and Chinese Himalayas, Nepal, Bhutan, Japan, Taiwan and parts of Thailand and Sri Lanka. Incense from thes
For every product like the Shipibo Embroidery Cloth we sell at Shamans Market, there is a wealth of cultural significance and meaning. These products often take weeks to create and are a piece of living art inspired by traditional cultures. To find o
On a layover before one of his pilgrimages to Peruvian sacred sites and study retreats, Bryan Bigelow noticed, in amazement, at a woman struggling to drag a behemoth bag across the Lima airport terminal floor. An hour later he found himself sharing a
Mestana cloths are wonderful woven expressions of the Peruvian Andean weavers' worldview. Because many traditional weavers believe that all of creation is imbued with spirit, the patterns they weave into their textile goods also express this natural