Smiley Kitty Jewellery - Buy and Help A Cat Today!

The holiday season may be over, but the time for giving and receiving is not limited to this festive time of the year!

Moonfire Charms introduces our latest collection - adorable 18K Rose Gold plated Smiley Kitty jewellery that is bound to put a smile on your face! Rings, pendants and earrings are available in our Smiley Kitty collection.

Smiley Kitty Ring: $25
Colours Available: Pink & White
Sizes Available: US Size 6 / 6.5 / 7 / 7.5 / 8 / 9

Smiley Kitty Pendant: $25
Colours Available: Pink & White
Length of Chain: 44 cm / 17 inches

Smiley Kitty Earrings: $25
Colours Available: Pink & White



Aww... How can you resist a kitty like that?

Buy now and do a good deed too! For every Smiley Kitty item sold, $5 will go to the Love Kuching Project fund to help them care for sick, injured stray or abandoned cats in Singapore. (Read the Love Kuching blog to know more!)

My two kitties, Jackie and Fatty were adopted as wee little kittens from the Love Kuching Project in 2010. They have now grown into two trusting, loving home cats! 

Jackie (left) and Fatty (right)

How to Order

To order, simply e-mail me at moonfirecharms@gmail.com with the following:

1) Smiley Kitty Item(s) - Earrings, Pendant or Ring (include ring size)

2) Name

3) Mailing Address

A flat fee of $3 postage is required. Payment will be via Bank Transfer (POSB/DBS).
Items will be sent via Registered Mail to avoid any loss of items.

The Hunger Games - A Tribute Necklace

With the success of the Twilight Bella's Moonstone ring I created, my friend M suggested that I go into other movie memorabilia jewellery. We discussed a range of current hot and up-and-coming movie series, and I came across the idea of the Hunger Games! In fact, once the idea hit me, I wondered why I didn't think of it sooner!

Initially, I wanted to do a replica of the Mockingjay pin, Katniss' tribute token in the 74th and 75th Hunger Games. However, a quick search online revealed that there were already tons of replica Mockingjay pins and charms available for sale. Hence, my next idea was to create my very own Hunger Games Tribute necklace!

Hunger Games Tribute Necklace designed by Cassandra

SGD 24.00

Using memorable icons from the series, I designed a necklace that incorporates all the different elements that represent a part of the Hunger Games to create my own unique Tribute necklace. The icons I used are:

1) Apple - Infuriated by the lack of attention from the Gamemakers, Katniss shoots an apple in a suckling pig's mouth during her first Games.
2) Bow - With her supreme shooting skills, how could I leave this out?
3) Pearl - In their second Games, Peeta gives Katniss a pearl that she keeps closely guarded.
4) Girl on Fire - In the second book, Cinna dresses Katniss in a wedding gown that later burns and transforms into the plumage of a mockingjay, a true symbol of the girl on fire.
5) Mockingjay - And of course, the mockingjay pin that later seals Katniss' fate as the Mockingjay.

Close-up of the Mockingjay charm

Closer look at the exquisite charms

Actual look of necklace when worn

I'm really glad the necklace design worked out! Initially, I was a little worried that there would be too many elements in the necklace, but I think the final product turned out really well!

If you would like to own a Hunger Games Tribute necklace, order now! Do note that I have limited stocks of the Hunger Games charms. May the odds be ever in your favour!

Trying My Hand at Wire-Wrapping!

Wire wrapping jewellery has been one of the things on my stuff-to-learn-but-never-found-the-time list for a long time. I got the idea to start trying when I needed to get a birthday present and a farewell gift for two of my ex-colleagues! I have some fluorite points that I bought some time ago so I decided to use those to start wire wrapping. I must say that for my first time I think the results looked pretty good!

Purple-green Fluorite point with twisty wire wrap and a Margarita glass charm

This one was the birthday gift for a dear friend of mine!

Yellow-green Fluorite point with a simpler wrap, butterfly bail and Margarita glass charm

Farewell gift for an ex-colleague leaving Singapore

I think I could do better on the top part where the wires have to cross to form the bail, both of the pendants were a lil messy on the top! However, I am quite encouraged by the results and determined to improve... some wire wrapped pendants may just be on the way to my shop soon! =D

Chakras and Gemstone Jewellery

Chakra" is a Sanskrit word that literally translates to "wheel" or "turning". Pronounced “cha-kra” or “sha-kra”, it is a concept referring to wheel-like vortices of spinning energy in the aura.

The chakras are “force centers” permeating the layers of the subtle bodies from a point on the physical body. Rotating vortices of subtle matter, they are considered the focal points for the reception and transmission of energies.

Chakras occur in pairs, one in the front of the body and one in the back. Their points meet within the spine.

The seven main chakras are usually represented by the following gemstone cabochons:

First Base/Root Chakra - Garnet
Second Sacral Chakra - Carnelian
Third Solar Plexus Chakra - Citrine
Fourth Heart Chakra - Peridot
Fifth Throat Chakra - Iolite
Sixth Third Eye Chakra - Amethyst
Seventh Crown Chakra - Rainbow Moonstone

How to Determine Your Ring Size

There are several systems for denoting the sizes of jewellery rings in use around the world. While conversion charts are available, it can be pretty confusing if you are not sure of your ring size in the first place. At Moonfire Charms, we use the US ring size system. Here’s a quick guide to determining your ring size with a few simple tools.

If you already have a ring you currently wear, simply measure the diameter of the ring. This measurement is known as the “inside diameter”.  You can then find the corresponding measurement on the ring size conversion chart below.

Measuring the ring diameter

If you do not have a ring, simply do the following:

1. Get a strip of paper or a piece of string.
The paper strip or string should be at least 10 cm long.

2. Wrap the paper or string around the base of the finger you want to measure.
The string should be wrapped snugly around the base of the finger – not too loose or tight to ensure a better measurement.

3.  Mark the string or paper where the circle around your finger is completed.
A marker, pen or pencil will do the job!

4. Find out the length of your ring measurement.
Use a ruler or tape measure to measure the beginning to the marked end.  This measurement is known as the “inside circumference” of your finger.

5. Check the chart below to determine your ring size.
When in doubt between two sizes, it is safer to take the larger ring size to ensure that the ring will definitely fit you.

Ring Size Conversion Chart

Inside diameter	Inside diameter	Inside circum- ference	Inside circum- ference	Size
(in)	(mm)	(in)	(mm)	United States and Canada
0.458 0.466 0.474 0.482 0.49 0.498 0.506 0.514 0.522 0.53 0.538 0.546 0.554 0.562 0.57 0.578 0.586 0.594 0.602 0.61 0.618 0.626 0.634 0.642 0.65 0.658 0.666 0.674 0.682 0.69 0.698 0.706 0.714 0.722 0.73 0.738 0.746 0.754 0.762 0.77 0.778 0.786 0.794 0.802 0.81 0.818 0.826 0.834 0.842 0.85 0.858 0.866 0.874 0.882 0.89 0.898 0.906 0.914 0.922 0.93 0.938 0.946 0.954 0.962 0.97	11.63 11.84 12.04 12.24 12.45 12.65 12.85 13.06 13.26 13.46 13.67 13.87 14.07 14.27 14.48 14.68 14.88 15.09 15.29 15.49 15.7 15.9 16.1 16.31 16.51 16.71 16.92 17.12 17.32 17.53 17.73 17.93 18.14 18.34 18.54 18.75 18.95 19.15 19.35 19.56 19.76 19.96 20.17 20.37 20.57 20.78 20.98 21.18 21.39 21.59 21.79 22 22.2 22.4 22.61 22.81 23.01 23.22 23.42 23.62 23.83 24.03 24.23 24.43 24.64	1.44 1.46 1.49 1.51 1.54 1.56 1.59 1.61 1.64 1.67 1.69 1.72 1.74 1.77 1.79 1.82 1.84 1.87 1.89 1.92 1.94 1.97 1.99 2.02 2.04 2.07 2.09 2.12 2.14 2.17 2.19 2.22 2.24 2.27 2.29 2.32 2.34 2.37 2.39 2.42 2.44 2.47 2.49 2.52 2.54 2.57 2.59 2.62 2.65 2.67 2.7 2.72 2.75 2.77 2.8 2.82 2.85 2.87 2.9 2.92 2.95 2.97 3 3.02 3.05	36.5 37.2 37.8 38.5 39.1 39.7 40.4 41 41.7 42.3 42.9 43.6 44.2 44.8 45.5 46.1 46.8 47.4 48 48.7 49.3 50 50.6 51.2 51.9 52.5 53.1 53.8 54.4 55.1 55.7 56.3 57 57.6 58.3 58.9 59.5 60.2 60.8 61.4 62.1 62.7 63.4 64 64.6 65.3 65.9 66.6 67.2 67.8 68.5 69.1 69.7 70.4 71 71.7 72.3 72.9 73.6 74.2 74.8 75.5 76.1 76.8 77.4	0 ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 1¾ 2 2¼ 2½ 2¾ 3 3¼ 3½ 3¾ 4 4¼ 4½ 4¾ 5 5¼ 5½ 5¾ 6 6¼ 6½ 6¾ 7 7¼ 7½ 7¾ 8 8¼ 8½ 8¾ 9 9¼ 9½ 9¾ 10 10¼ 10½ 10¾ 11 11¼ 11½ 11¾ 12 12¼ 12½ 12¾ 13 13¼ 13½ 13¾ 14 14¼ 14½ 14¾ 15 15¼ 15½ 15¾ 16

Moonfire Charms is getting back on track!



Jackie is hard at work helping me!

I'm taking a hiatus from work and I've decided to really get things going for Moonfire Charms!

I've always wanted to work on getting Moonfire Charms set up properly since last year, but things were really busy in my life for awhile. Now that I'm available, Moonfire Charms is slowly but surely getting back on track! Natural gemstones and jewellery have always been a big passion of mine and it feels really good to be working on this again.

Keep an eye out for new item listings in my Etsy shop, gemstone properties which will be uploaded here on the blog and other upcoming, exciting developments!

If you'd like to know anything about gemstones, my custom handcrafted jewellery, designs or anything else related, simply holla me via e-mail or even comment here! I'd love to get in touch.

Ta for now!

#R-1024 Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Ring

SOLD

Item Code: R-1024

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic Chrysocolla cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 18 X 11 X 6 mm

Ring Size: US 7

Weight: 6.2 grams

This is a unique and fascinating Chrysocolla sterling silver ring! A teardrop Chrysocolla cabochon is set in this ring, with curved details at the sides of the ring to complement the teardrop shape of the gemstone. The Chrysocolla is a fascinating mix of turquoise blue and moss green, and resembles a map of Mother Earth. Due to the mix of colours in Chrysocolla, it is almost impossible to find two that are exactly alike!

Metaphysical Properties of Chrysocolla

• Chrysocolla is a stone of tranquillity

• Aids meditation and communication

• Draws off negative energy of all kinds

• Imparts confidence and sensitivity

• Reduces mental tensions and helps you keep a cool head

#R-1023 Amethyst Sterling Silver Ring

SGD 55.00

Item Code: R-1023

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic purple Amethyst cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 19 X 14 X 4 mm

Ring Size: US 8

Weight: 6.4 grams

This is a beautiful Amethyst sterling silver ring! A smooth teardrop Amethyst cabochon is set into this ring, with a filigree design at the sides of the ring that add to the beauty of this piece. The Amethyst is a deep, royal purple and is truly breathtaking to behold! 

Metaphysical Properties of Amethyst

• Amethyst is a protective stone

• Helps one to focus the mind

• Aids in relieving insomnia and preventing nightmares

• Helps one to remember and understand dreams

• Gives insight into true nature

#R-1022 Prehnite Sterling Silver Ring

SGD 65.00

Item Code: R-1022

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic Prehnite cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 18 X 12 X 8 mm

Ring Size: US 8

Weight: 8.4 grams

This is a truly outstanding Prehnite sterling silver ring! A large, oval Prehnite is set into a wide sterling silver frame that really accentuates the Prehnite gem! The piece is completed with a split shank ring band. The Prehnite is a soothing, calm celadon green which contrasts perfectly with the highly polished sterling silver. 

Metaphysical Properties of Prehnite

• Prehnite is a stone of unconditional love

• Enhances precognition and inner knowing

• A good feng shui stone

• Helpful for “decluttering” your possessions and life

• Alleviates nightmares, phobias and deep fears

#R-1021 Pink Opal Sterling Silver Ring

SGD 55.00

Item Code: R-1021

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic pink Opal cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 17 X 11 X 5 mm

Ring Size: US 7

Weight: 5.5 grams

This is a really unique Pink Opal sterling silver ring! A unique Pink Opal cabochon is set between two bands of sterling silver, which are then joined together to form the band of the ring. Due to the uniqueness of the odd shape of the Pink Opal, the ring was specifically designed to complement its odd shape and showcase the Pink Opal's beauty. Definitely a one-of-a-kind item!

Metaphysical Properties of Pink Opal

• Pink Opal is a stone of reflection

• Aids in accessing and expressing one’s true self

• Helps you understand your full potential

• Encourages an interest in the arts

• Intensifies emotional states and releases inhibitions

#R-1020 Larimar Sterling Silver Ring

SGD 70.00

Item Code: R-1020

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic rare Larimar cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 9 X 9 X 2 mm

Ring Size: US 6

Weight: 6.8 grams

This is a really unique Larimar sterling silver ring! A flat, rounded piece of sterling silver is curved to form the band of the ring, with a square Larimar cabochon added to it. This is really a ring that stands out with its bold, striking style! The Larimar is a mediterranean blue that has a calming effect on the wearer.This ring is suitable for both men and women.

Metaphysical Properties of Larimar

• Larimar is an ethereal, spiritual stone

• Effortlessly induces a deeply meditative state

• Facilitates healing of past-life relationships

• Dissolves self-sabotaging behaviour

• Useful for alleviating guilt and fear

#R-1019 Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Ring

SOLD

Item Code: R-1019

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic Lapis Lazuli cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 18 X 13 X 4 mm

Ring Size: US 7

Weight: 7.7 grams

This is a stunning Lapis Lazuli sterling silver ring! A large, oval Lapis Lazuli cabochon is set into a thick sterling silver frame with a button pattern along the sides. The Lapis Lazuli is a beautiful deep sapphire blue, with specks of gold glitter scattered throughout the gemstone. It looks like a starry-filled sky and is fascinating to look at! This ring is suitable for both men and women. 

Metaphysical Properties of Lapis Lazuli

• Lapis Lazuli is a protective stone

• Enhances dream work and psychic abilities

• Powerful thought amplifier

• Helps one to confront truth

• Aids in expressing opinions

#R-1018 Emerald Sterling Silver Ring

SGD 65.00

Item Code: R-1018

Material: 925 stamped sterling silver

Gemstone(s): an authentic Emerald faceted cabochon (N)

Gemstone Dimensions: 14 X 10 X 2 mm

Ring Size: US 8

Weight: 6.4 grams

This is a gorgeous Emerald sterling silver ring! Inspired by nature, a vine-like frame with two leaves was designed, with a natural faceted oval Emerald completing the green look! The Emerald is a deep forest green with facets at its sides to reflect light off its angles. It is simply enchanting to look at! 

Metaphysical Properties of Emerald

• Emerald is a stone of inspiration

• Keeps a partnership in balance

• Gives strength of character to overcome misfortunes in life

• Helpful in cases of claustrophobia

• Calming effect on the emotions