Astrological Talismans, Amulets, & Good Luck Charms

The sound by which all things are created isn’t just any sound, it is the Word of God, this word pervades through everything that exists. The power of the spoken word in the form of prayers, hymns and chants, is a belief that is common to all major religions and these sounds resonate in churches, mosques and temples throughout the world. In Hinduism, Mantras are a combination of sacred words, composed mainly in Sanskrit. According to the ancient Hindu scriptures, the ‘Vedas’ and ‘Upanishads’, the chanting of Mantras can achieve enlightenment and oneness with God.

The visual equivalent of a Mantra is a Yantra, it is in fact the graphical representation of a Mantra. The literal meaning of Yantra is ‘Device’, but it is unlike any manmade device, as its working is in complete harmony with nature. It is believed that a Yantra possesses infinite power, that its results are miraculous and that it can not only remove problems, but also realize wishes.

Yantras are made up from Vedic symbols, comprising of straight lines, squares, rectangles, triangles and circles. These symbols are so precise in design, that even the angles employed are determined to the last degree. Some Yantras may also comprise of numbers and letters of the ‘Dev Nagari’ script. These symbols represent the five basic elements: Earth, Wind, Fire, Air, Water and Ether. Each element is associated with certain properties. For example Earth denotes among other things stability, patience, material happiness and success. While Wind represents dishonour, sorrow and ignorance. These symbols are arranged so as to enhance one property and enervate the other.

The materials out of which Yantras can be created are very varied. These include ‘Asht Dhatu’ or an eight metal alloy, gold, silver, copper, crystals or even plant leaves. Some materials are more suited to the properties of certain Yantras. However, any Power Yantra has an intrinsic energy which is always radiated, irrespective of size or material and these factors are not critical to its power.

The energising of a Yantra is the most important aspect of its creation. Without performing the complex, ancient energising ceremonies, set out in the Vedas, a Yantra remains dormant. Once it has been energized an ordinary Yantra is transformed into a Power Yantra and in this state it is considered to be the dwelling of the Gods and Deities it represents. In fact Yantra also means’ Abode’. Genuine Power Yantras, such as those that can be found at powerfortunes.com, are fountains of positive energy, that shower on those who worship them.

The energising ceremonies, or ‘Havans’ are preformed only on specific dates, during certain months of the Hindu calendar. Once this date has been selected, the exact time at which the Havan is to be preformed is calculated. At that precise time, in the presence of a ‘Sacred Fire’, the appropriate Mantras are recited and offerings made. This is done so as to invoke the Gods and Deities to invest their power and presence on the Yantra, igniting it with positive energy. According to the learned Guru (teacher) Maharishi Kishore Yogi Raj of Dehra Dun, India, who creates and energises Yantras for powerfortunes.com (check http://www.powerfortunes.com/aboutyantras.html), “It is essential that pure, unselfish thoughts are maintained during the energizing of theYantras.

Without this, the Yantras will not bear the desired results.” There are numerous types of Yantras, each having its own unique design and purpose. Some may have multiple effects, such as the Sri Yantra. This Yantra is known to not only provide wealth and prosperity, but to also enhance mental concentration and harmony. Other Yantras may have a more specific purpose such as neutralizing the effects negative thoughts, evil wishes or adverse astrological conditions. Each Yantra has a corresponding Mantra. Repetition of this Mantra in the presence of a Power Yantra can have quite remarkable effects, especially in relation to the realization of ambitions and desires.

According to Dr. R.K. Shrimali, author of ‘Shri Yantra Rahesya’ or ‘ The Mysteries of the Shri Yantra’, Yantras also serve a functional purpose during prayers. That is, of providing a fixed point on which spiritual energy can be focused. It has been observed that when sound waves of certain frequencies are directed at a Yantra, the reflected waves mirror the patterns inscribed on the Yantra surface. This principle of wave polarization is believed to also extend to other energy forms, such as light, heat and magnetic fields.

In the words of Sir Thomas Browne, “There is surely a piece of divinity in us, something that was before the elements, and owes no homage to unto the sun.” It is this ‘Inner Divinity’ that fuels a Power Yantra. As when this is focused on a Power Yantra, it is amplified and returned back to us, thereby causing the profound effects that are observed. For more information and details of availability of Power Yantras, log on to http://www.powerfortunes.com

Vineet, is a copywriter and astrological consultant for Lucky Charms, Talismans.

Protective Symbols, Charms, and Totems

There is power in meanings of the old images and symbols. Below is a compendium of common symbols, charms and totems from antiquity that are thought to be useful against psychic aggression:

Abracabadra: One of the oldest protective amulets, this is the word Abracabadra written in a triangular form like as below for Protection:

A
AB
ABR
ABRA
ABRAC
ABRACA
ABRACAD
ABRACADA
ABRACADAB
ABRACADABR
ABRACADABRA

Or written as follows with an enemy’s name on the reverse in order to diminish their power.

ABRACADABRA
ABRACADABR
ABRACADAB
ABRACADA
ABRACAD
ABRACA
ABRAC
ABRA
ABR
AB
A

This talisman is thought to protect against injustice and evil events.

Agrippa’s Pentagram: A five pointed star superimposed like figure of a Male with arms and legs outstretched. It is used to increase connection with the Higher Self as well as to protect against both visible and invisible astral attackers.

Bast: This is usually represented by the image of a black cat. In ancient Eygpt, Bast or Bastet was thought to protect home and family from negative spiritual influences.

Cancer: The astrological symbol of Cancer, the Crab is thought to protect against astral attack.

Celtic Knots: These rings of circles created from interwoven bands appear in all kinds of intricate forms and designs. One of their prime functions is to protect against wicked plots, group magic, evil spirits and demons.

Celtic Cross: A crucifix within a circle,this ancient symbol is thought to protect from spiritual dangers of all kinds.

Devil’s Snare/Trap: This is a circle of Hebriac writing that spirals inward in a counterclockwise direction. The idea is that evil spirits become trapped in the coil of writing. It is Assyrian in origin and thought to protect against sorcery and all evil.

The Dog: A North American Indian talisman against astral attacks. He stands at the doors of the otherworld and prevents spirits from attacking the living.

The Elk: A symbol of psychic self defense and protection, the rune of the Elk (Algiz) is worn to defend against spirits and make one brave while facing fear of the unknown.

Eye of Horus: An important protective symbol in ancient Egypt it helps protect against the evil eye.

Eye in the Triangle: This is usually a pendant featuring an eye in the center of a triangle. It is thought to repel the usual causes of the evil eye – jealousy and envy.

The Falcon: The Falcon is a North American symbol of perception and represents the high perch of elevated spirituality. It enhances astral abilities so one is able to perceive negative energy and make it one’s metaphorical prey.

Mother Gaia: This is usually the figure of a Goddess with her hands reaching in a circle above her head. She protects against disturbances to our auras and helps ground our energy

Fish: In North American Indian cultures, the fish represents a refusal to recognize the power of another’s magic.

The Frog: North American symbol indicating mediumship. It is thought to cleanse and purify the aura.

Hagal: This protective rune looks like an H, represents hail and protects from all attacks and misfortunes including astral attack.

Ingwaz: This rune resembles a diamond shape and represents an egg. It is protective against the evil eye and astral attack.

Horse: A North American Indian symbol that dissolves astral blockages and cleanses the aura.

Isa: The symbol of an I that represents Ice. It is thought to increase personal shamanic powers as well as protect one from evil influences and undesirable astral forces.

Jaguar: The Mayan symbol of the jaguar is thought to protect against control freaks, evil thought forms and increase one’s own shamanistic abilities.

The Lucky Hand: There are many variations of this from all cultures, but this usually features the palm of a hand facing out. In the center of the palm may be a pentagram, an eye, a gemstone or signs of the zodiac. It is thought to protect against all forms of astral invasion and attack. It is especially effective against ritual abuse.

The Griffin: Most Griffins feature the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. Some versions have wings. This mythical being, that is Grecian in origin is said to protect the psyche from dark forces.

Mannaz: This protective Rune resembles an M and represents the higher self. It protects against the cruelty of interference with one’s connection to their gut instincts and God.

The Mitzu Domo: This symbol is Japanese and features three whirling swirl shapes. It is thought to protect against the impatience, greed and acceleration of time associated with astral attacks.

The Om Symbol: This ancient Sanskrit Symbol represents the syllable “om” that is used in meditation. It raises one’s vibration so that the aura can not be reached by the baser energies associated with psychic aggression.

The Pentagram: Also known as the Druid’s Foot, this five-sided star protects against witchcraft and the evil eye. It is thought to return bad energy back to the sender.

Pictish Knot: This Celtic symbol that features an interlocking series of triangles protect against magical rites that have gone wrong and missed their aim.

The Raven: A North American Indian and Celtic Symbol thought to protect against black magic.

Sagittarius: The astrological symbol of the Archer is thought to protect against psychic vampires and those who deplete spiritual energy.

Scorpio: The astrological symbol of Scorpio, the Scorpion is thought to protect against witchcraft, the evil eye and the kind of fanaticism associated with cults and ritual attack.

Seal of Solomon: One of the best known of protective symbols this features two interlocking triangles that form a star shape. It is used to invoke the Archangels and protect against black magick and the power of all evil.

The Sheiah Dog: This Celtic symbol, which features a dog within a circle was a guardian of the secrets of the Druid’s and Metaphysicians. He protects from black magic.

The Sun: The universal symbol of the sun is warn to oppose its shadow: dark energy of all kinds. It is common to all cultures.

Suli: This is a Celtic amulet that depicts the Sun Goddess in a halo of flames. He protects against spiritual weakness.

Thor’s Hammer: This symmetrical three-pronged knot protects against misfortune, the evil eye and those who would rob the spirits.

The Turtle: Helps one remain invisible to others on the astral plane.

Uruz: This Nordic Rune looks like an upside down U and represents an Ox. It helps one connect to their higher self and protects against astral attack. It is thought to help one remain grounded spiritually.

Virgo: The astrological symbol of Virgo, the Virgin, is thought to protect against cults, covens and groups that do not encourage soul freedom.

The Wolf: A Northern European and North American Indian symbol of protection against astral attack.

The Yew Tree: Increases endurance and power and is thought to protect against deception, betrayal, delusion and undesirable influences and thought forms. The rune that symbolizes the Yew Tree (Eiwaz), is worn as a protective talisman.

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Callicarpa dichotoma 'Early Amethyst'

Callicarpas ? Loads of Berries from Late Summer through Autumn One of our favorite plants for fall interest is the Callicarpa. What puts these hardy deciduous shrubs at the top of our list is the profusion of lavender purple berries that are borne in autumn, adding distinctive color to the garden. Callicarpa is actually Greek for beautiful fruit, and these shrubs are commonly called Beauty Berries. This week we are featuring the Callicarpa with the showiest fruit display, 'Early Amethyst.'

Plant Early Amethyst for the Longest Berry Display of any Callicarpa Callicarpa 'Early Amethyst' is a striking deciduous shrub with lime-green foliage on arching branches. In the late summer and throughout the autumn, 'Early Amethyst' will deliver vivid color to your landscape with profuse clusters of glossy purple berries, a very unusual color for berries on hardy shrubs. The berries are particularly attractive after the leaves have fallen in mid fall. These beautiful berries remain into winter. On 'Early Amethyst' the berries begin to appear in August, several weeks before any other Beauty Berry. 'Early Amethyst' will quickly mature to about four feet tall and three to four feet wide. Use 'Early Amethyst' as a low hedge, in a border or as a specimen planting. Stems of dried Callicarpa berries make a display that lasts for over a month indoors. They combine beautifully with dried Pee Gee Hydrangea blooms or dried Winterberry Holly berries.

Not only is 'Early Amethyst' beautiful, but it is also very hardy and easy to grow. All Callicarpas are deer resistant. Plant in a rich, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and watch your 'Early Amethyst' thrive. Any pruning of old or crowded branches or pruning to desired size should be done in early spring. Every three or four years, early spring rejuvenation pruning (cutting all stems almost to ground level) is desirable.

Planting and Care

For best results plant in well-drained soil in early fall or spring.

Prefers full sun to part shade.

Plant 5 feet apart.

Water regularly until established.

Fertilize with Plant-Tone and Kelp Meal in late autumn and early spring.

Hardy in Zones 5 (with protection)-8.

Rated as deer resistant.

Alan Summers, president of Carroll Gardens, Inc., has over 30 years experience in gardening and landscape design. He has made Carroll Gardens one of America?s preeminent nurseries, having introduced more than 20 new perennials and woody shrubs over the years and reintroduced numerous ?lost? cultivars back to American gardeners.

Carroll Gardens publishes a weekly online newsletter written by Alan. It contains valuable gardening advice and tips and answers to customer questions. Click here to sign up for the Carroll Gardens weekly enewsletter.

Every Saturday, Alan hosts a call-in gardening forum on WCBM radio - 680 AM. For those outside of the WCBM listening area, they can listen to radio show via the internet.

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Millefiori Pendant Jewelry

Murano glass jewelry is made from original Murano glass. Murano glass comes from the Murano, the glasswork capital of the world in the 13th Century. Glass working technologies such as crystalline glass, milleflori, enameled glass, multi-colored glass, smoke glass, and milk gas all came from Murano.

The most popular jewelry made from Morano Ventian glass beads are Millefiori pendants. Millefiori, which stands for a thousand flowers, gets its name from several floral designs and geometric shapes, which build up its mosaic design. The mosaic appearance of Millefiori pendants is due to the designs of the glass rods themselves.

The glass rods are made of multiple layers of colored glass fused together making up a uniform design along the cross section of the rod. These designed rods are heated so they become soft enough to stretch, all the while maintaining its cross section design. Stretching the rods makes them easier to cut into the many small tubes, which are responsible for the intricate design of the millefiore. These tubes are then carefully laid out, piece by piece, in a metal ring, which may vary in both size and shape depending on the desired result.

Common shapes of millefiore pendants are sometimes hearts, stars, but more commonly just circles. Once all the tubes or disks are laid out nicely, the pieces are heated in a furnace to fuse. What comes from this is the completed centerpiece of the pendant. The pendant is completed by framing the gem in sterling silver or gold and then strung with a chain.

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Choosing And Caring For A Tanzanite Pendant

Tanzanite is a very highly prized stone found only deep in the mines of Tanzania, Africa. There is speculation that the mines will soon be depleted and no other sources of Tanzanite has been discovered. Legend has it that the Masaai tribe discovered tanzanite after lightning had struck the plain brown stone, turning it a dazzling shade of violet. It is said that the Masaai traditionally give tanzanite as a gift when a baby is born.

Brought to consumers by jewelry legend Tiffany and Co. shortly after it's discovery in 1967, tanzanite has been a popular choice for jewelry ever since.

A tanzanite pendant can be a beautiful addition to your jewelry box. Ranging in size from one to usually no more than ten carats, a tanzanite pendant can be delicate and small or bold and big. The larger the stone, the more it will usually cost per carat.

Tanzanite has the amazing capacity to display shades of purple, blue, and even green and red, depending on it's cut and the way the light hits the stone. The most valuable stones are the ones with the deepest saturation of color.

Take care not to expose your tanzanite pendant to prolonged heat or elements such as seawater. Never put your tanzanite pendant in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner. Your jeweler can advise you of the best way to clean your tanzanite, or they can simply do it for you. If your tanzanite pendant becomes smudged, simply polish gently with a soft cloth.

Tanzanite is preferred in pendants and earrings because of it's Moh's scale ranking. Coming in at 6.5, tanzanite is not as durable as other common gemstones. Tanzanite rings are more likely to be damaged than a harder gemstone. Pendants and earrings do not usually take as many jostles and hits the way rings might in everyday situations, so tanzanite is a fine choice for these types of jewelry.

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Q Link Pendants For Helping Our Bodies

The majority of our society is overloaded with stress from negative energy occurring in our environment. How many times do you recall feeling unable to cope with the stresses and strains of the day experienced at work or at play? For many this number is significantly high.

Your body is being invaded - electronically - by frequencies that do grievous harm to your body's balance and harmony. Fortunately, there is a solution: the srt-3 pendant, specially designed to fight negative frequencies from such emf sources as angry clients, crabby supervisors, PCs, and mobile phones.

For those fighting feelings of fatigue we have a product called q-link. One way to carry q-link is by wearing the q-link pendant, which produces an inaudible resonance that helps the body become more able to fight stress and fatigue while keeping the body balanced.

Most people today have daily usage of cell phones and computers and other negative frequencies. Thus many people are fatigued from those negative frequencies. Another issue is that many people are working more hours a day and their jobs encompass higher levels of stress. This causes many people to benefit from a q link product.

In deciding whether or not to purchase the q-link pendant, it is important to remember that it is recommended by physicians. These highly trained medical professionals have obviously seen substantial improvement and acknowledge the remarkable benefits of using the q-link pendant. Significant results have been proven in the studies done on the q-link.

The new technology uses a unique concept to combat the negative effects that we cannot see or hear by ourselves. Many people are already using these products, and most of them report than they now feel less stress and fatigue. These products can also improve mental awareness and reduce the negative impact of jet lag.

Mental awareness affects everyone, from the young to the elderly. Alert children in school retain more information. People, as they grow older, notice they need to work on their mental awareness to keep it from diminishing.

Your body is being invaded - electronically - by frequencies that do grievous harm to your body's balance and harmony. Fortunately, there is a solution: the srt-3 pendant, specially designed to fight negative frequencies from such emf sources as angry clients, crabby supervisors, PCs, and mobile phones. We now have a product called q-link available to help combat those feelings of fatigue. What this does is it produces an inaudible resonance to keep your body balanced and more adept to fighting fatigue and stress. One way to use this is to wear a qlink pendant.

Pendants - Wear What You Love - Close To Your Heart

We are living in an age that is marked by competition and all of us are more or less like a brand. Whether it is the professional life or the social circle, we need to have our own distinct identity in order to be recognised separately even when amidst the crowd. And therefore, we have come up with different ways to express ourselves, to let the whole world know what we are and what are our beliefs. Sometimes we take the help of tattoos, and sometimes a special jewellery that tells something about us.

A pendant is one such jewellery and a popular way of establishing one's own identity. With the help of a pendant, you can express your faith, your belief, your favourites, likes and dislikes. You can also bear your name in a pendant - and this is quite a common practice around the world. If you are a sports aficionado or a music buff, you can tell that to the entire world around you, with the help of pendants.

A pendant is also a great way to keep someone close to your heart. You can put a picture of your beloved or her name written on the pendant and hang it on your neck, bearing your love on your chest. Or if you are the absolutely romantic sort, you can write her name in a foreign language on a fancy pendant, which is not quite common in your land, and flaunt your love openly enjoying all the curiosity around.

Pendants can make lovely gifts. And the fact that it is quite unisex in nature makes it a wonderful gift for both the men and women. And not just adults, even kids can wear pendants and there are many kids who actually sport fashionable pendants. So in short, pendants are one of those jewellery which is unisex in nature, is quite universal and the best way to express anything that you want to say.

Paul Shane cherishes a hobby of studying and collecting jewellery, to dig out the making and story behind them, especially the rare or exquisite ones, also the Pendants being used for manufacturing the jewellery. He also loves studying consumer behaviour related to jewellery selecting and buying. At present he is associated with a leading group called E-Beads Limited.

Hip Hop Pendants, A Must Have In The Hip Hop Jewelry Collection

Hip hop pendants are one of the core pieces of jewelry in the hip hop jewels. These pendants can represent just about any aspect of hip hop that the customer wants them to wear. And, because they are offered in some very unique styles, there are sure to be enough options out there to fit everyone’s needs. Having a few great hip hop pendants shows off a love for the music, the bands, and the people in the hip hop world. A little bling bling never hurt anyone!

Hip hop pendants are offered in a number of various styles. Many of them represent a specific band or a specific group, but others show off dollar signs and various other hip hop elements. They can be quite flashy or they can be simple pieces. Really, there is a large selection of objects that they can represent. Many of the individuals who purchase hip hop pendants are looking for a unique look or one that they are copying from their favorite hip hop star.

In fact, the concept as well as the look of these hip hop pendants has come from many of the hottest hip hop bands and groups out there today. These stars have some of the most awesome pieces of hip hop jewelry that are out there. These often larger than life pieces of jewelry are then represented to fans. Who doesn’t want to look like their favorite singer? And, it doesn’t stop there because there are a number of stars that aren’t singing that are showing off some bling bling. Everyone has to have it!

There are a number of different things that hip hop pendants can represent. Many of those who are wearing them are sporting their favorite singers and bands. 50 cent and G Unit are some of the largest and hottest stars out there. There are a number of great pieces that people can purchase available right online. They don’t have to spend a ton of money on them either. They can have the hip hop pendants that they want at great prices right here on the web.

Hip Hop Capital is your online hip hop resource. The place where you can find TONS of everything hip hop. Hip Hop Capital has been a force online for years and only continues to grow. Go to http://hiphopcapital.com/catalog/pendants.html and see for yourself why thousands choose Hip Hop Capital.

Using Pendant Lights Creatively

We all have some form of pendant lighting in our homes as this is the most common indoor light fixture for many homes.

When we talk about pendant lighting, we are referring to a light fitting that is suspended from the ceiling by an electrical flex and has some sort of light source, i.e.light bulb and lamp shade attached at the other end. Really speaking, pendant lighting is not just one type or style of light fixture. It can refer to chandelier lighting or just plain paper globes. Both of these light fixtures fall into the very broad category of pendant lighting.

By its very nature, pendant lighting is very noticeable and therefore it is wise to choose your pendants with great care. Pendant lights can range from the most simplistic of designs to the more decorative and ornamental styles so ensure that the type and style of pendant light you purchase, is one that complements the decor of the room. As well as aesthetics, you will also want to see how much light your potential pendant light will give out. Its not just the type of bulb that you have that determines the quality of light given out.

Factors such as the room size, the height of the light source above the floor, the size, shape and material of the pendant lampshade - all of these things affect the quality of light.

A lot of the pendant style lighting fixtures available these days draw heavily on their ancestors which, in the pre-electric days, were chandeliers often bearing multiple candles. A more modern day type of light fixture that is still included as a pendant light is the faithful paper globe. These come in all different sizes and easily dominate a room with their full blown shape.

Rise-and-fall pendant lights can be adjusted so that they can be placed at different heights from the floor. These are the types of pendants that you would typically adjust so that the light fixture hangs low over the dining table in order to produce a more intimate mood. The norm in many households is to have the pendant light in the centre of a room and then perhaps to supplement this light by various other light fixtures within the room.

A more creative way of using pendant lighting would be to have pendant lights in off-centre positions within the room, maybe to complement some of your interior furnishings or an ornamental object.

Pendant lighting can be used creatively to delineate areas of space within a room. So, by using your imagination and creative flair, you can use the lighting to segment your room into different areas, perhaps having an corner for listening to music or reading a book, for example. Also, having multiple pendant lights hanging together is a more effective way of showcasing your lighting and visually looks better too.

Even if you have pendant lights in different parts of the room, you do not necessarily have to ensure that they are identical provided that they still go together stylistically.

Pendant lighting is versatile, adaptable and is available in many styles and designs to suit every taste and pocket.

Lauren Tyler is a writer for LampLightWorld.com

Selecting the Right Ceiling Pendant Lighting Fixture

Pendant lighting is a relative newcomer to the market of home lighting fixtures. Although it has been around since the 1940’s, this type of lighting is just coming into its own as homes are built with higher ceilings. Although there is no evidence of this, the development of the pendant light was probably a reaction to finding a form of lighting that was less elaborate than the chandelier but that served basically the same function and purpose.

The description of the typical pendant light is a single fixture that hangs from the ceiling from a chain or other kind of supporting device such as a metal rod. They are far less elaborate than the chandelier and rather than having its lights exposed (like a chandelier), the pendant employs a shade of sorts at the end which, in fact, is described as the pendant.

One of the appealing factors of the pendant is its versatility. Pendants can often be found in hallways, small foyers, kitchens, bathrooms and hallways. Narrow areas that need lighting are ideal candidates for a pendant light. The pendant itself is generally completely enclosed, hiding the light fixture itself to avoid glare. Because of its simplicity, the pendant is usually made of a neutral substance employing white or opaque glass.

A slight contradiction in design is worth noting here. One of the more appealing uses of the pendant during the past decade, is in the kitchen. These fixtures are often suspended over a kitchen island or other food preparation area and feature an open-ended bottom through which a soft light is emitted. This is a very attractive feature in the right kind of kitchen because of the even lighting it provides. This type of pendant fixture is also finding its way into other areas of the home.

During its earliest days, the pendant featured a blown glass shell, which eventually evolved into a wide variety of styles. Today, the variety of styles used in pendant lighting is as varied as the styles used in other forms of lighting fixtures. Take a look online or at a fine lighting store or even in a home and garden periodical to see the extent to which this type of lighting has evolved.

One of the mistakes some homeowners make is to try and use a Tiffany style lampshade on a pendant fixture. Don’t get me wrong; Tiffany definitely has its place. Floor lamps and table lamps often add a dramatic flair when used with a Tiffany lampshade. The pendant, on the other hand, is designed to be slim and sleek and putting a Tiffany fixture on the end of one defeats the purpose, in my opinion, because you are really mismatching functional styles. I suggest that you stay with the more traditional style of pendant lighting such as something called the Colonial. This impressive fixture features a shade that gives one the appearance of a lantern with a candle inside.

Unlike the chandelier, the pendant doesn’t need a long lampshade and an understated look is what to go for.

With all of its advantages and eye appeal, you may be ready to head out to buy one. They are stylish, have a simple elegance, are functional and provide illumination in hard to light areas. There are some things to think about, however, before you make that purchase.

First and foremost, it is essential that you consider what you are planning in terms of the overall decorating of the home’s lighting. Pendants can be used as stand alone lighting for a particular area or can be used in combination with other lighting fixtures, particularly in larger areas. Many stores and online dealers offer other lighting fixtures that coordinate with a pendant. These include wall sconces, ceiling fixtures and decorative table lamps.

Pendants are an eye catcher in it’s not something you want to cut corners on when considering a purchase. There are tons of styles and configurations available today and with a little persistence, you can find just the right fixture for both your décor and your budget. An inexpensive pendant gives you what you pay for and if it wears out, replacing it can be a chore that you won’t relish.

Because of their increased popularity, the pendant can be seen in many modern homes. Don’t hesitate to pay a visit to the neighbors or to the model homes, etc. in the area (trust me, many of these model units will use the pendant in a variety of attractive and ingenious ways).

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