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Mini Mala Workshop Event
Mini Mala Workshop Event
Join Amanda Adams of Seed & Stone Jewelry for a hands-on workshop on making japa malas! Also called mala beads or prayer beads, these beautiful beaded necklaces have been used during meditation for thousands of years by Buddhists, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. They are used as tools to keep your mind focused while in meditation and as reminders of your intentions throughout the day.
In the interest of time, we will be making mini malas so that you can get the process down without having to spend the whole day in class. Stringing and knotting full malas does take a considerable amount of time, especially when you're first learning. This class will introduce you to the methods that Amanda uses and has found most effective in a condensed 2 hour class.
IN THIS CLASS YOU WILL:
- Learn about the history of japa malas
- Learn how to use a japa mala during meditation
- Learn some common but powerful mantras to use
- Complete your own mini mala
- Gain the skills to make your own full malas at home
- Practice some self-love through art therapy
- Meet like-minded souls
- Tie lots of knots!
We will be using strong nylon thread paired with sustainably-sourced (and great-smelling!) Palo Santo beads and some semi-precious stone beads added in, if desired. We will finish off the mini malas with a guru bead and tassel, in the traditional way.
A free gift from Wallflower is included with your ticket, plus you get 10% off all Wallflower items in store. Drinks and light refreshments will be available for sale. Amanda will also have her malas, bracelets, earrings & crystals for sale.
BRING:
- Pen or pencil to take notes with
- Glasses, if needed
- A friend!
Used by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains & Sikhs for thousands of years
Useful tool for focus during meditation
Reminder of intentions for the day
Traditionally made with 108 beads
Mini malas will have 27 beads (108/4)
Guru bead and tassel on end
Means "holy wood"
Lightweight
Gorgeous grain
Calming aromatics smell amazing
Clears negative energy
Invites uplifting vibrations
Provides connection to the divine
Sustainably sourced from small farm in Peru
Related to our FL native Gumbo Limbo trees!
Unconditional love
Forgiveness
Compassion
Kindness
Heart Chakra
Perfect for a little self-love!
Focus
Balance
Grounding
Protection
Root Chakra
Great if you've been feeling overwhelmed!
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Materials
Materials
- Handmade Concrete Vessel - Each concrete vessel is handmade in house with a sand based pure concrete and sealed with water based food grade sealant for longevity.
- Coconut Soy Wax - Coconut soy wax blend, biodegradable glitter, crackling wooden wick, assortment of small crystals, and 100% pure essential oils.
- Wood Candle Wick is made of high quality natural wooden material for safe use; Eco-friendly, without black smoke but easily burn.They are long lasting, but can be temperamental for your first burn. It will take a couple of tries to get it lit the first time.
Dimensions
Dimensions
Height - 2.6" x Diameter - 3.00"
Care information
Care information
- First Burn — When you are starting your first candle burn, make sure you leave enough time to let your candle burn for at least up to two hours, depending on the size of your candle.
- Allow pool of wax to extend to the outside rim of the jar to set its "memory." Each time you burn the candle, it will "remember" to burn out to the rim.
Rule of thumb: Burn one hour for every inch of your candle's diameter.
- Soy wax loves to tunnel creating a literal wax tunnel in your candle. The wax will stick to the sides of your glass if you only light it for a short amount of time.
- When you start with a long burn you’re allowing your wax to melt evenly, therefore setting your candle up for future successful burns.
- Burn candles on a protective, heat-resistant surface, away from drafts.
