Everything we get asked across the counter about cleansing and charging crystals — the six methods we actually use, which stones must stay well away from water and salt, and how often you really need to bother.

Walk into any crystal shop and you'll notice quickly that crystals don't just come in different colours and types — they come in different shapes too. Points, clusters, spheres, hearts, pyramids, tumbled stones: each form has its own look, its own feel in the hand, and its own place in the long history of crystal folklore. For centuries, various holistic and metaphysical traditions have assigned meaning not just to which crystal you choose, but to the shape it's cut or formed

Born in October? You get two of the most colourful birthstones of the year. Here's our friendly guide to opal and tourmaline — what they are, how to spot a look-alike, and how to look after them.

Crystals have been part of traditional healing systems for thousands of years, long before modern medicine existed. Different cultures and holistic traditions have believed that specific crystals carry specific properties — some emotional, some spiritual, and some physical.These are traditional and folkloric belief systems and they're a genuinely rich part of crystal history and culture, and many people find real personal and reflective meaning in them. Here's a look at 15 of

Is my citrine real? Usually, yes — the better question is whether its colour is natural or heat-treated. Here's how to tell the difference, and why both have a place on your shelf.

Here is a quick overview of all the wonderful crystal related and astrological dates of the month including information about the...

You have your beautiful crystals and you have been using them a lot, maybe in your meditation practice or spellwork or even just as...

Crystal cleansing can be a bit of an overwhelming topic, particularly if you are new to crystals. Many people can have different ideas about what the best method is for crystal cleansing but in reality I think its a very personal choice, just so long as you know that not all crystal cleansing methods are suitable for all crystal types. Read on to find out more about salt cleansing! For thousands of years salt has been a faithful tool and ingredient- a symbol of purity and pre

Based on Ayurvedic teachings and other Eastern traditions such as yoga and Buddhism, the energy body exists alongside the physical body, both requiring a balanced flow of life energy. Chakras are energy centers along your spine. There are seven main chakras, known as the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye and crown chakras. In energy healing, keeping these energetic pathways cleansed and activated is very important for enhancing your physical, emotional, and

Washing your crystals in water can be a powerful way to cleanse them, removing negative or lingering energies. However, not all crystals are suitable for being put in/exposed to water and we are often asked what crystals are okay for water and which ones are not! Hopefully this blog post will clear any misconceptions and provide you with a guide for your crystal collection. Examples of crystals that should not be submerged in water Examples of crystals that are safe in water

If you have had a long hard day or are just wanting to relax and unwind a little evening ritual could be the perfect way to utilise your...

Now that you have (hopefully) read our previous blog posts on some ideas about how you can use your crystals, the next step is learning how to cleanse them. Many believe that regular cleansing of your crystals amplifies their energy, clears away any lingering negativity that might have attached itself to the crystal and helps when setting new intentions or manifestations. There are a number of ways you can cleanse your crystals and I will be explaining a few in this post. Wat

Continuing on from our previous posts describing different ways you can use your crystals; we move on to crystal pendulums! These pretty...

We have been talking a little bit about the different ways you can use crystals including using them for manifestation, affirmations and...

We have spoken a little bit before about different ways you can use crystals, this method is excellent as not only does it incorporate...

If you have been online recently you will have heard all about the power of manifestation and while this may seem like a newer idea, it...

While the spring is always a time of year I really look forward to, it also heralds the start of hay fever season! Alongside your usual remedies, here are some crystals I like to keep close at this time of year. Here is a little list of crystals great to keep near you during hay fever season! LEPIDOLITE: Traditionally associated with calm and relaxation. TOURMALINE: Traditionally believed to cleanse the energy of a space, great for keeping in living spaces or near places you

While many of us may associate wands with magical fairies or witches and wizards, here at the crystal shop when we think of wands we...

Mesmerising and intricate, dreamcatchers are a beautiful addition to your home, garden, or rearview mirror - but how much do you really...

Crystals come in many colours, shapes and structures naturally. Clusters of points, solid masses and naturally occurring cubes. However, crystals are often hand carved into specific shapes. This a tradition which goes back over centuries through many cultures, religions and civilisations across the globe. This stems from the belief that carving a crystal into a shape, we can enhance certain properties or add additional ones to the stone. Polished crystals are used to enable