Make me a Mala

"A mala is a rosary with 108 beads. The mala is used both in Hinduism and Buddhism for counting mantras, chants or prayers. Traditionally, Buddhist have 108 beads, representing the 108 human passions that Avalokiteshvara assumed when telling the beads. This number also ensures the worshipper repeats the sacred mantra at least 100 times, the extra beads allowing for any omissions made through absentmindness in counting or for the loss or breakage of beads.

Buddhist rosaries are made from a variety of materials - wood, precious and semi-precious stones, metal, seeds, or bone. The string that holds the beads together is usually made of silk. Before being knotted, the string is passed through a large central bead and two smaller beads. These three additional beads keep the rest in place and indicate the completion of a cycle of mantras. They also symbolize the Three Jewels of Buddhism: the Buddha, the dharma, and the sangha. The hidden string that passed through all the beads symbolizes the penetrating power of the Buddhas." -From religionfacts.com/buddhism

I have recently participated in swaps for Graditude Beads and Goddess Rosaries and thought creating Malas for one another would be a great swap for our group.

For this swap:
1. You will have one partner.
2. You will create a handmade Mala based on your partner's profile (think favorite color, stone, element).
3. The Mala must contain 108 beads and be strung on a sturdy cord that can endure repeated use.
4. The Mala must be made from quality materials - NO plastic or pony beads please.
5. Please create a Mala you would be honored to receive yourself.
6. Approximate value of this swap is to be $10-$15 before shipping.
7. Enjoy the experience of creating and giving to another:)
8. Not that this will be a problem within our group, but I will angel this swap if needed.

Please feel free to pm me with any questions and to list perferences (color, etc.) in the comment section below.

For examples, pictures, instructions just Google "mala beads" and you will have thousands to choose from.