Handmade Hematite Rosary and Cross
A hematite rosary is especially valued for its soothing, calming, and healing qualities. It is the hematite gemstone that is said to inherently possess and exude these qualities. Because of or quite apart from these metaphysical qualities, I must say that there is an undeniably soothing to hold a hematite rosary in one’s hand. Here, this is enhanced by the polished surface and smooth roundness of the hematite beads.
Handmade hematite rosary (CH0216)
Materials Used
- polished round hematite beads (4mm, 6mm)
- double-sided rosary center (Sacred Heart, Virgin Mary) in alloy metal
- wire (silver plated over brass; Lead and Nickel Free)
- headpins (silver plated over copper)
Double-Sided Rosary Center
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- Rosary Center of Hematite Rosary
Handmade Hematite Cross
The cross here is made with wire coiling and wire wrapping. I rather love the uncomplicated simplicity of this cross. It is probably one of the easiest custom handmade crosses to create.
I intend to make more of these. Not the same of course. But definitely a hematite rosary. I love the calming feel of them.
Created: Oct 2011
Addendum 01 Jan 2021
In response to a reader’s query, this is the finding I used as the horizontal cross bar for this Hematite rosary. It is strong and sturdy, 22-23mm (just less than 1 inch across), and features a single hole in the center. I am sorry, this was so long ago that I don’t remember who the supplier was. I suspect it was BeadSmith but I can’t be sure.
I want to make the hematite rod cross above, but I can’t find the cross bar. This is very frustrating.. Please tell me where to look.. I have spent hours looking at the BeadSmith site as well as every where I could think of.to look. Thanks for this project, I really love this cross.
Hi Mozzelle, I have added a picture and note on the finding I used as a cross bar. I thought I got it from BeadSmith but maybe they have discontinued it. If you can find spacer bars or rod, you can use those as cross bars too. Good luck with your search and have fun with your creations!