These skull beads are a fun and simple way to bring a little of the Halloween spirit into our jewelry designs. They are made of bone and are also referred to as Tibetan prayer beads. I read somewhere that they were used by monks to contemplate their mortality. Many bead suppliers carry these. I purchased mine from South Pacific.
Pictured in this article are a pair of earrings I made using these skull beads. I accented them with 8mm limestone beads and 4mm goldstone beads. Limestone is thought to have powers of protection and longevity, and goldstone is believed to have mystic powers. So, I thought they would make a good combination along with the skull beads. Not only do the colors look nice together and go with most anything you wear, their combined symbolism is very powerful.
All graphics created by Tammy Powley.
