Know Your Birthstone // January - Garnet

Hello 2016! We're starting out the new year by with a new series, Know Your Birthstone! In this monthly series we'll be sharing what we've learned about the meaning and symbolism of each birthstone along with a free desktop wallpaper for you to download featuring artwork from Mink Letterpress. January kicks off our series with Garnet - a strong intense stone that can cleanse both your mind and body. Learn more about Garnet and download the desktop wallpaper below.

GARNET
Colors: commonly known to be a fiery red stone, it is in fact found in a variety of colors
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Energy: Projective

Mind //
• Place under your pillow to alleviate bad dreams
• Balances energy
• Boosts self-confidence and attitude
• Brings luck for love and success
• Provides protective and calming influence
• Increases positivity

Body //
• Reduces body toxins
• Regenerates the body
• Stimulates metabolism

Download our free desktop wallpaper here.

Just as obsessed as we are with the 2016 Birthstone Calendar from Mink Letterpress? Get your hands on one here (and take 20% off orders of 5 or more for a limited time!)

{Claire}