Cassidy Magazine
The Fallen Skystone
By Amy Witt
Think Iris Apfel…oh the things I would do for her turquoise collection. I am obsessed with turquoise jewelry. It is not an obsession really…it holds beauty and signifies who I am. German, Dutch, Spanish, and Cherokee Indian are the makeup of who I am while I feel like my Indian heritage holds my soul and spirit. Traveling to rodeos and ropings, since I was a young girl I started collecting turquoise from all over California, and now as an adult, all over the United States. Traveling, I proudly established a collection that is beyond sacred. My collection ranges from pieces dated back to the 1940’s, from Cowboy and Indian Museums in Paso Robles, Ca., Texas, and other states all over the continent. Each piece is significant and expresses a story with different meanings behind the stone. Many were given as gifts and some I treated myself to. My turquoise gives me security and strength that many people cannot understand; I refuse to leave my house without all my turquoise rings on. One of my favorite pieces is a delicate squash blossom…given to me with love from my fiancé and bought from our local Indian Tribe. It is a stunning piece, which reeks of beauty, love, and protection. While on one of my adventures to New Mexico, I was fortunate enough to purchase a rare spirit necklace, aka, animal fetish necklace, from an older Indian woman who hand crafted every animal on the necklace. When wearing the necklace I feel so grateful with the knowledge of knowing how powerful and spiritual the piece is. The necklace holds magic in every stone and animal that hangs around my neck.
By Amy Witt
Think Iris Apfel…oh the things I would do for her turquoise collection. I am obsessed with turquoise jewelry. It is not an obsession really…it holds beauty and signifies who I am. German, Dutch, Spanish, and Cherokee Indian are the makeup of who I am while I feel like my Indian heritage holds my soul and spirit. Traveling to rodeos and ropings, since I was a young girl I started collecting turquoise from all over California, and now as an adult, all over the United States. Traveling, I proudly established a collection that is beyond sacred. My collection ranges from pieces dated back to the 1940’s, from Cowboy and Indian Museums in Paso Robles, Ca., Texas, and other states all over the continent. Each piece is significant and expresses a story with different meanings behind the stone. Many were given as gifts and some I treated myself to. My turquoise gives me security and strength that many people cannot understand; I refuse to leave my house without all my turquoise rings on. One of my favorite pieces is a delicate squash blossom…given to me with love from my fiancé and bought from our local Indian Tribe. It is a stunning piece, which reeks of beauty, love, and protection. While on one of my adventures to New Mexico, I was fortunate enough to purchase a rare spirit necklace, aka, animal fetish necklace, from an older Indian woman who hand crafted every animal on the necklace. When wearing the necklace I feel so grateful with the knowledge of knowing how powerful and spiritual the piece is. The necklace holds magic in every stone and animal that hangs around my neck.
Turquoise,
“the fallen skystone,” has been found in burials over 7000 years old and is
even referred to in the bible. For myself, and those who believe, the Native
Americans believe that turquoise provides powers and strength for those who
wear it. Turquoise combines well with all metals-copper, gold, brass. Its color
palette ranges from sky-blue, hence the “fallen skystone,” to lime green,
coral, purples, and grey tones. The special thing about turquoise is that every
piece is unique and genuine. Turquoise wears and roughs it’s stones to your
life.
Every
few years, Turquoise re-gains its must-have trends in high fashion. Mixing
turquoise with silver and gold and even pearls is always fun while making a
huge statement. Men and women alike can wear it and look fabulous while feeling
happy and strong. Men can rock turquoise with carrying money clips, rings, and
even the braver men…necklaces. You can utilize the color by decorating with
furniture and accessories throughout your home for any season or occasion.
You
will be noticing turquoise this winter hitting runways and magazines. For me,
turquoise isn’t a trend…it’s who I am! Many of our traveling boutiques and stores
carry turquoise costume jewelry that is chic, affordable, and adds the same
flair. While you are on you’re roping and rodeo adventures or even on a road
trip, stop at an antique or vintage store…you will be amazed with the deals you
can find. For Christmas, you can not go wrong with giving a friend or loved one
a hand picked turquoise piece. You will receive joy watching a jaw drop, surprising
the gift receiver especially those who have yet to be fortunate enough to own.
Remember, every stone is unique and special while given with thought and from
the heart. You can always find me rocking this stone to new levels wearing all
black and layering with tones of turquoise, silver, and pearls! Try it! Rock
it! The sky’s the limit!
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Love you!
XOXO
"In the end, only three things matter; how much you loved, how gently you lived, and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you."
Buddha
Buddha
Great article Amy, turquoise never goes out of style for us : )
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