This series of rattles are made to manifest specific energies. The shape of the rattle, the colors used for decorations, the herbs and semiprecious stones used inside...all contribute to making each rattle a tool for focusing your work.

This rattle is made to manifest abundance. The shape is a globe, representing the world and all that is in it. The Elk rawhide has been dyed green to represent Growth & Keeping One's Direction. On the surface, we hand paint a powerful symbol for abundance (designed by Michelle) combining the Four Leaf Clover with four Fehu runes, rotating in a Deosil, Sunwise or Increase direction. The spiral in the center echoes and builds on the rotation. It is painted with copper colored enamel paint.

Inside the rattle, we have added three very shiny pennies, Citrine, Green Jade & Peridot, as well as Basil, Cinnamon & Mint. Also inside is sage for cleansing and protection and corn for soundThe rattle is decorated in golds & greens, the colors associated with wealth.

Your rattle will be very similar to the one pictured, though intensity of color may vary.

This series of rattles are made to manifest specific energies. The shape of the rattle, the colors used for decorations, the herbs and semiprecious stones used inside...all contribute to making each rattle a tool for focusing your work.

This rattle is made to manifest love. The shape is a heart, representing love, romance & connection. It is sewn in lavender and decorated in pinks & purples, the colors associated with love and new starts. Inside, representing love, there is Rose Quartz & Lavender. Also inside is sage for cleansing and protection and corn for sound.

The rattle itself is made from Red Stag Deer and the handle was gathered by me in one of my favorite sacred places.

This series of rattles are made to manifest specific energies. The shape of the rattle, the colors used for decorations, the herbs and semiprecious stones used inside...all contribute to making each rattle a tool for focusing your work.

This rattle is made to manifest Wisdom. The shape is a crescent moon, representing the ancient grandmother/crone. It is sewn in grey and decorated in greys, blacks & purples, the colors associated with ancient knowledge and hidden things. Inside, representing wisdom, there is Amethyst & Mugwort. Also inside is sage for cleansing and protection and corn for sound.

The rattle itself is made from Red Stag Deer and the handle was gathered by me in one of my favorite sacred places.

Your rattle will be very similar to the one pictured.

This series of rattles are made to manifest specific energies. The shape of the rattle, the colors used for decorations, the herbs and semiprecious stones used inside...all contribute to making each rattle a tool for focusing your work.

This rattle is made to focus strength and will. The shape is a five-pointed star, representing the four elements ruled by spirit. It is sewn in red and decorated in reds and oranges, bringing forth the fire. Inside, representing strength, there are Garnets & Bay Laurel. Also inside is sage for cleansing and protection and corn for sound.

The rattle itself is made from Deer and the handle was gathered by me in one of my favorite sacred places.

I was inspired by the Woman's March to design the Women's Healing Rattle, but now am adding a bit more juice as the times demand. These Battle Rattles are made from Elk and measure 7 1/2" across and about 7" high, flat measure before sewing and stuffing (plus stick). Elk is associated with Will and Stamina, and brings a supportive warrior energy.

Jasper is considered a warrior's stone, bringing both inner strength and support for standing up for what you believe in. It is especially useful as a power stone for those who stand for justice and fair play, and is useful in rectifying unjust situations.

We add rosemary, both for its protective nature but also because folk wisdom declares that where rosemary grows well, the woman is in charge.

We are also adding Black Cohosh, for love, courage, protection and potency, and because it has been a traditional part of women's medicine for a very long time.

This is a very special rattle. It was made to bring in powerful women's magic for personal autonomy & protection. Women's medicine pouches were traditionally made of otter, and the otter fur decorating this rattle brings in that powerful energy.

This rattle is made from dyed elk rawhide with a willow stick. Willow is considered to be feminine in nature. Corn is the traditional filling for these rattles, and we add jasper, rosemary and black cohosh. I also add sage for cleansing. As well as being a great sounding, fully functional rattle, this is an individual work of art. A red suede handle can be added if desired.

I was inspired by the Woman's March to design this rattle, to assist women in working with their wounds. Deer relates to the heart chakra and is a very gentle hide, bringing love and comfort to those processing old programming, releasing past trauma and moving into new strength. The energy of this rattle is nurturing, as opposed to our Elk Battle Rattle, which carries a Warrior energy. It is 6 1/2" across and about 6" tall measured flat before sewing and stuffing.

Rose Quartz is a beautiful stone, opening the heart to deep inner healing, self-love and feelings of peace. It has a gentle & sweet energy.

We add Red Clover, which has been found to contain estrogen mimicking flavonoids, known as phytoestrogens. It is also a traditional healing herb and has been used traditionally in women's medicine.

We are also adding Black Cohosh, for love, courage, protection and potency, and because it has been a traditional part of women's medicine for a very long time.

This is a very special rattle. It was made to bring in gentle women's magic for personal healing and growth. Women's medicine pouches were traditionally made of otter, and the otter fur decorating this rattle brings in that powerful energy.

This rattle is made from dyed deer rawhide with a willow stick. Willow is considered to be feminine in nature. Corn is the traditional filling for these rattles. I also add sage for cleansing. As well as being a great sounding, fully functional rattle, this is an individual work of art. A red suede handle can be added if desired.

This large round deer rattle is painted with Hecate's Wheel and contains amethyst & mugwort. Black rabbit fur and black deer leather with purple flash is used for decoration

This rattle made from deer rawhide with a willow stick. Corn is the traditional filling for these rattles. We also add sage for cleansing. As well as being a great sounding, fully functional rattle, these are individual works of art.

This rattle is made from Deer rawhide on a beautifully sanded stick. I hand paint the symbol for the Sun God Ra, the right eye of the Falcon God Horus, in Black & Gold, or the left eye of Horus in Black & Silver. Corn is the traditional filling for these rattles, and all my rattles contain sage as well to keep the energy pure. The handle is wrapped with hand cut deer suede in the typically Egyptian colors of red, turquoise and gold for Ra or black, turquoise & white for Horus. Natural rabbit fur in a complimentary color enhances the decoration).

Rattles are typically used to break up stuck energy, and are useful for house clearing, building sacred space and healing work. The rhythm of a rattle is frequently used as a quieter alternative to the drum in shamanic journeying, meditation and trance work. As well as being great sounding, fully functional rattles, each is an individual work of art.

This rattle is made from Deer rawhide on a beautifully sanded stick. I hand paint the symbol Ankh (life) surrounded by the wings if the Goddess Isis, in black & gold. Corn is the traditional filling for these rattles, and all my rattles contain sage as well to keep the energy pure. A strip of rabbit fur surrounds the base if the rattle, with a fancy handle. The handle is wrapped with hand cut deer suede in the typically Egyptian colors of red, turquoise and gold. Natural rabbit fur in a complimentary color enhances the decoration.

Rattles are typically used to break up stuck energy, and are useful for house clearing, building sacred space and healing work. The rhythm of a rattle is frequently used as a quieter alternative to the drum in shamanic journeying, meditation and trance work. As well as being great sounding, fully functional rattles, each is an individual work of art.

My new series of rattles are based on Goddesses from cultures around the world. The first two creations are this Hekate rattle and my Persephone Rattle. Hekate is considered the Witch's Goddess, and her sacred domain is the crossroads. To this end, she carries a key for opening that which is locked, and she is associated with the Moon, Witchcraft, Magic, Doorways and the Night. She is both dark & light, one of her many tales is about her helping Demeter to look for her lost daughter, Persephone (spoiler: she was carried off to Hades, where she became Queen).

She is made of horse rawhide, to represent her aspect of the Goddess of the Crossroads. Her maze, Hekate's Wheel, is painted on her belly, while her lovely hair is made from rabbit fur. She sits on a willow stick decorated with deer suede and rabbit fur, and has a key at her base.

Like all of our rattles, she contains corn & sage for purification. Additionally, we have added Moonstone & Mugwort to represent her energy. Your rattle will be similar to but not identical to the one pictured.

If there is a specific Goddess you would like to honor with a rattle, please let me know and I will be happy to make one for you.

Please read the color, stone & herb details in this description.

This rattle is custom made.

This rattle is made from deer, elk, horse or Buffalo rawhide on a willow stick, sewn with sinew in your choice of color. Each color has stones & herbs that relate to it, see below. Horse rattles have a bright sound. Corn is the traditional filling for these rattles and we add sage for cleansing. It is hand painted by Michelle with a color matching spiral. If you choose the Fancy version, Deer suede & rabbit fur in the same color scheme decorate this beautiful rattle. As well as being a great sounding, fully functional rattle, this is an individual work of art.

Colors (NOTE: These are the traditional meanings of these stones & herbs.)

Black: Black Tourmaline & Black Cohosh. Black Tourmaline is grounding and protective, Black Cohosh is protective & dispels negative energy.

Blue: Lapis Lazuli & Cornflower. Enhances intuition & spiritual growth, supports new beginnings & encourages love & fertility.

Brown: Jasper & Cinnamon. These are both grounding, protective and Cinnamon also attracts abundance.

Gold: Sunstone & St. John's Wort. Promotes positive outlook, sense of safety, inner strength, confidence & emotional balance.

Green: Malachite & Spearmint. Prosperity, protection & clarity, useful for working with emotional healing.

Grey: Hematite & Mugwort. Connected to intuition, dreams and protection, also cleansing and removing negative energy.

Lavender: Amethyst & Lavender. Calming, cleansing, peace & spiritual clarity.

Lime Green: Peridot & Fennel. Brings protection, purification, courage, clarity, joy, growth & renewal.

Natural: Moonstone & Motherwort. Divine energy, protection, healing the heart, helping with transitions & new beginnings.

Pink: Rose Quartz & Rose Petals. Both are used for attracting love, improving relationships, and gentle healing.

Purple: Labradorite & Cloves. Facilitates personal growth & spiritual awakening, protects and purifies.

Red: Carnelian & Red Clover. Helps boost your courage, motivation & creativity, brings luck and abundance.

White: Quartz & Jasmine. Jasmine represents peace and the divine feminine, Quartz enhances whatever it is used with.

Yellow: Citrine & Copal Oro. Promotes prosperity, positivity and creativity, cleansing & purification.

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