Birthstone For June: Pearl and Moonstone!

Here in the Northern hemisphere June is the month Summer comes to us full force, the month that the Sun in all it's Glory comes and graces us with hot rays of life energy.  It is fitting then that the birthstone for June is that of the Sun's Consort and Beloved - the Moon.
 Pearls represent the moon for the obvious reasons; white, round, luminous.  Less obvious pearls typically represent water, emotions and fertility.  Fertility of the body, the mind, the spirit and the Earth Herself.

Moonstone is an alternate June Birthstone.  Also white and luminous, moonstone represents the Goddess and cyclic nature of life.  Moonstone can help you recognize and appreciate which phase of a project or circumstance you are in.  Are you planting seeds, tending to growth or harvesting the fruit of your labours?  All of these steps are vital and each can be recognized and enjoyed for what they are.
 

In the Southern Hemisphere where June brings in Winter,  the moon in her brightness reminds us that The Sun will shine and warm once again.  We can wear pearls and moonstones all year round to remind us that the fertility of Earth and of our bodies and Spirits is always available to us. 

Welcome!

Welcome to our first blog!

Country Beads first opened its doors in 1994 in Kitsilano, Vancouver's artsy beachside neighborhood filled with a mix of independant retailers. Our shop is hopping with beaders every day, browsing our ever growing selection, getting inspired and learning from our experienced staff members. 

You are welcome to come by any day and see what's new, have a visit or sit at our table to bead at your own pace. Many of our customers have become dear friends over the past 19 years and we can't wait to get to know more of you through this blog. It is always wonderful to see people flourish through their own creativity and to see the creations our beads end up in!

So please, come along for the ride should you feel so inclined....we're excited to share our knowledge, experiences and interestes with you!