Important:

This class is conducted both in-person and taught online remotely.

Please review and purchase this materials kit in addition to this course listing if you need them.

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You can purchase this listing for the class only if you have your own materials.

What is a mala?

It is a beaded necklace consisting of a tassel, a 'guru' bead, and a fixed number of round beads that is used in meditation practice or worn as an accessory.

Personalize your mala & set it with positive intentions.

Learn the art of mala making, pearl knotting, and how to finish your work with a professional touch.

What you'll learn:

• A nifty trick to turn the ends of your threads into 'needles' for any beading project

• How to thread and use a guru bead

• Hand-knotting between beads. This is a specialized skill used in fabricating luxe beaded jewelry (i.e. Mikimoto pearls.) The better you get at this, the more high-end your piece will look. I will show you a few different methods of knotting to obtain perfect results

• how to make a tassel

• how to seamlessly finish your necklace

• a brief intro to malas: its symbolisms and its use in meditation

• how to meditate with your mala

What you'll take home:

• a 108 bead mala necklace made from your choice of a selection of natural gemstones finished with a tassel that you've made (your choice of colors from a selection). Let your creativity run wild!

NOTE - you may not be able to finish a 108 bead mala with the time alloted. However, you will learn how to easily finish it at home.

• a few essential tools to you get started on your next mala at home

• a new skill and hobby that calm your mind, bring balance to your life, and ignite your creativity!