Thursday, May 20, 2010

Jade, Coral, Turquoise Beads, New Votives and Soaps, Other Crystals in Urbana Shop

Hope to have the Summer Schedule published in about a week. Things should get hopping once again here at Beads N Botanicals starting in June. In addition to our Psychic Fair on Saturday, June 12, from 10am to 5pm, Marlita will continue to be available every other Wednesday (and a Saturday or two) for reflexology (foot massage) and Reiki energy healing sessions. Call for an appointment.

In other news, by the end of next week, we should have most of our new crystals, crystal candleholders, faceted glass rondelles and other beads out and available for purchase. We were lucky to get a few more Selenite candleholders (our regular supplier is no longer carrying them), citrine cluster and amethyst cluster tea light holders. They are absolutely gorgeous.

As you may know,Amethyst is known as a Stone of Sobriety, love, intuition, intellect and healing. Cuts through illusion. Good for meditation. It is a crystal that also increases psychic gifts.

Citrine is used to detoxify the body and regenerate tissue.  It is a stone of hope and abundance. This crystal does not hold negative energy, but instead transmutes it. This “merchant’s stone” is placed in a cash box to product more income for the merchant. Helps in maintaining wealth as well. Stimulates mental focus & endurance.  Dispels fear & brings sunshine into darkness.


There's already an incredible selection of real Jade, Carnelian, Coral and Turquoise beads new at the shop. If you thought we had a great selection before, check out these beads now! If you have not been in the shop for a while, you've been missing out.

 
 Looking for blown glass pendants or metal focal pieces? Or are wood beads or mother of pearl (MOP) pendants and beads more your style? New gemstone chip necklaces and beads include blue lace agate, smokey quartz and snowflake obsidian.

 
In addition to beads and findings, we've been making more of our signature brand Wise Weeds Botanicals votives, soaps and incense. By June we will also have incredible Shea Butter soaps, with natural essential oils of lavender, peppermint, patchouli and more.

 

Monday, May 10, 2010

Psychic & Health Fair in Champaign Urbana, Central Illinois on June 12

Saturday, June 12, 2010
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Psychic & Health Fair:
Location: Beads N Botanicals, 117 North Broadway, Urbana, IL 61801

Come and Join Us!

Psychics, Tarot Readers, Reiki, Reflexology, Energy Art Readings, Archetypal Readings, Foot massage, Stone Readings, Mediums, Spiritualists and more

$20 per 15-minute session. Longer sessions available. Register at the door.

Body/Mind/Spirit Spring 2010
Held at Beads N Botanicals
117 N Broadway Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
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Sunday, May 9, 2010

Let's Make a Dream Catcher in Champaign-Urbana deadline extended


Next Saturday's Dream Catcher workshop at Beads N Botanicals will be taking place. We have a few more spaces available for interested persons who pre-register and prepay by Wednesday, May 12th. Call the shop at 217-365-9355 on Tuesday (11am to 4pm) or Wednesday (11am to 6pm) or stop by Beads N Botanicals in Urbana at 117 North Broadway Ave.




Dreamcatcher Workshop: Let’s Make A Dream Catcher. Marlita (Rainbow Buffalo) will lead this workshop. You will use your vision, energy and creativity to make your own dream catcher and decorate it the way you desire, while learning the history and application of this sacred medicine.

All materials will be provided. However, if you have special beads, feathers, animal hide or hair with which you wish to decorate your dream catcher, bring them. If you choose to gather willow or grapevine from Nature, gather it in a Sacred Way.Address and give thanks to each direction - The Creator, Mother Earth, the East, the South, the West and the North. Give a tobacco and Cornmeal offering to the plant, and now you can cut your branch.

There will be an optional Pipe Ceremony before the workshop. (starting at 12 noon, available to workshop participants only) It is traditional to gift the Pipe Carrier with tobacco, sweetgrass, cornmeal, beads or some token of thanks and respect wrapped in red cloth. (money is unacceptable)

COST: Adult: $65. Child accompanied by a paying adult $15. Elder: (65 yrs +) $45. Please pre-register and pay for this workshop by May 12th to guarantee your place in this workshop. 

Saturday, May 15, 1pm to 4pm (12 noon for the pipe ceremony)

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Earth Day Celebrations: Paper Bead Making, Secrets of Herbal Teas & Tinctures

Beads N Botanicals, 117 N Broadway Ave, Urbana, IL 61801            217-365-9355

Tuesdays: 11am-4:30pm, Wed-Fri: 11am-7pm, Saturdays: 10am-5pm


Earth Day Celebrations:
Recycle, Repurpose, Reuse: Making Paper Beads: Great ways to recycle old magazines and other paper into new art. Basic techniques for making paper beads for jewelry, beaded curtains and more. Cost: $10 per adult; child (age 8 or older) with paying adult, $5, 1 hour, materials included.
Thursday, April 22, DAYTIME LUNCH CLASS: 11:30 am

Secrets of Herbal Teas & Tinctures: Tasty and healthy brews. The differences between a cup of tea, medicinal teas and herbal tinctures. How to prepare a medicinal herb tea. Cost: FREE
Thursday, April 22, 6pm.

Introduction to Wicca and Witchcraft. Modern Pagan Witchcraft, often known as Wicca, is a dynamic balance of worship and magic.  Emerging from the Western Esoteric Tradition in the middle of the twentieth century, the Craft roots itself firmly in the sacredness of the natural world.  Ian Phanes has been a Witch since 1987. Cost: $20 preregistered; $25 at the door.
Saturday, April 24, 1pm

Introduction to Ceremonial Magic. Ian Phanes will teach this class. More details to come. Cost: $20 preregistered; $25 at the door.
Saturday, April 24, 4pm

The Attitude of Gratitude: Learn why adopting an attitude of gratitude is so power and beneficial to personal and spiritual growth and how the simple act of gratitude can change your perspective and your consciousness. Cost: $10.
Wednesday, April 28, 6pm

The Seven Chakras. Learn about the “Wheels of Light,” seven basic energy centers of the body and how they affect our health and well being. Cost: $10
Thursday, April  29, 6pm-7pm

Herbal Medicine Chest and Aromatherapy Workshops coming in May and June
More details to come

Making a Wand for Healing and Focus: Work with crystals, wood and other natural materials to make a wand that you can use to focus your intent for positive changes in your life and surroundings. All materials provided (although you can feel free to bring special crystals or other decorative materials. Cost: $25 pre-registered by April 24, $35 at the door and after April 24

Saturday, May 1, 1pm to 3pm


Monday, April 12, 2010

Drum Circle & Bellydancing: Beads N Botanicals Boneyard Festival Events


BEADS N’ BOTANICALS Boneyard Arts Festival Events:

Sat, April 17, 2-3:30pm: “Rattle the Boneyard:  A Community Drum Circle,” bring drums, rattles or other musical instruments to participate

Sat 3:30-4:30pm: Trikhala, a bellydance troupe made up of UIUC graduate and undergraduate students, will perform choreographed and improv bellydance pieces. The group’s Tribal Fusion dance style mixes American tribal-style bellydance with elements of traditional ethnic bellydance and contemporary dance styles such as hip hop. 

Artisans include:  Athan Chilton: lampworked beads, Karen Gottlieb: Inspirational Collage, Angela Graveline: acrylic painting, Evelyne Tardy: Mandela paintings, Jean Nonman: handcrafted wooden boxes, Marlita Hasbargen: Dream catchers, Smudge feathers, & paper bead jewelry, Tara Allen: Photography, Vicki Brown: jewelry 

Originally Athan Chilton was supposed to demonstrate lampworking beads, however, a broken foot has put her "out of the running" so to speak. We are hoping to schedule a demonstration in the future when she is physically up to it.

 

Sunday, March 14, 2010

March 2010 Classes & Events at Beads N Botanicals

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Basic Stringing: Bracelet Design: Want to learn how to put together a bracelet, but not sure how to begin? Or, how to end it?  Includes information on crimping and using various clasps. Cost $15, 1 hour, all materials included.
Saturday,  March 13, 11am
Wednesday, March 24, DAYTIME LUNCH CLASS: 11:30 am.

The Sole Experience…Foot Reflexology with Marlita: Not a class, but an opportunity for you to pamper yourself. This special type of foot massage is available by appointment (recommended) or walk-in. Reiki Healing Sessions also available.  Cost: $65 per hour; $35 per half hour. Time: Noon to 5 pm.
Wednesday, March 17, 12noon-5pm             Wednesday, March 31, 12noon-5pm             Wednesday, April 14, noon-5pm
Wednesday, April 28, noon-5pm                     Wednesday, May 5, noon-5pm                        Wednesday, May 19, noon-5pm

Basic Wire Working: How to Make Earrings: A great starter class! You'll make two pairs of earrings. Please Note: This class is a pre-requisite for our Wire-Wrapping Pendants class. Cost: $15, 1 hour, materials included..
Wednesday, March 17, DAYTIME LUNCH CLASS: 11:30 am
Saturday,  March 20, 1pm
Wednesday, April 7, DAYTIME LUNCH CLASS: 11:30 am
Saturday, April 10, 1pm

Introduction to Aromatherapy: Learn about aromatherapy. Discover the therapeutic uses of essential oils for healing, and why they work.  Cost: Free
Thursday, March 18, 6pm

Basic Stringing: Necklace Design: Want to learn how to put together a necklace, but not sure how to begin? Or, how to end it? Learn about different necklace lengths and clasps. Cost: $18, materials included.
Saturday,  March 20, 11am
Wednesday, March 30, DAYTIME LUNCH CLASS: 11:30 am.

Introduction to Paganism: Modern paganism is a kaleidoscope of different spiritual and religious traditions that are bringing meaning to the lives of as many as a million people worldwide.  Join us for a magical mystery tour of the major traditions and emerging trends in modern paganism in the US.  Active in the Central Illinois pagan community for over twenty years, Ian Phanes is one of the current co-ordinators for Pagans Night Out, a monthly social gathering. Cost: $20, pre-registered; $25 at the door.
Saturday, March 20, 1pm to 3pm

Tarot and Divination Meet and Greet: Give a Reading; Take a Reading:
Do you read cards, runes, palms or something else? Do you want to practice, but have been too shy? Stop by and share your skills with other like-minded folks. All participants must be willing to give readings as well as receive them. This is an opportunity to have some fun and play. Cost: $5.
Saturday, March 20, 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Basics of Psychic Protection …Tired of negative people influencing your moods and your life? Learn how to protect yourself from unwanted outside influences, both seen and unseen. Cost: $10
Thursday, March 25, 6pm

Psychic & Health Fair in Champaign Urbana, Central Illinois, Saturday March 27

Beads N Botanicals Psychic & Health Fair:
Saturday, March 27, 2010
10 am to 5 pm
Come and get a reading with the best readers in the Champaign Urbana area. Readings include, Clairvoyant readings, Stone Readings, Archetypal readings, Psychic readings & Tarot Readings, Foot Massage, Reiki, Reflexology and more.

Cost: $20 per 15 minute reading. Longer sessions available


Time:10:00AM Saturday, March 27th
Location:Beads N Botanicals