The concepts and ideology of most eastern cultures resonate with me in particular. Recently, I was inspired by some research I did on a Buddhist holiday called Bodhi Day. On Bodhi Day, December 8th, people all over the world celebrate the Buddha's enlightenment and teachings. The Buddha attained enlightenment while sitting under a bodhi tree, which is a revered symbol in eastern cultures.
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Bodhi Day Inspiration Board
Buddha head, bodhi leaf, yoga tree pose, multi-colored lights, Buddha sitting under the bodhi tree, Buddha and bodhi tree, bodhi leaf lights.
During Bodhi Day celebrations, it is customary to string multi-colored lights about the house. The multiple colors represent the many pathways to enlightenment, all of which are valid and respected. The lights are turned on beginning on the 8th of December and continue for the next 30 days. Candles are also lit at night to symbolize enlightenment. For many, the day is spent being mindful, meditating and practicing yoga. To learn more about how Bodhi Day is observed, visit here.
For November, I designed a necklace for Ornamentea.com inspired by what I learned about Bodhi Day.
If you'd like to make your own Bodhi Day necklace, Check out my TUTORIAL at Ornamentea.com. This necklace would be a great piece to wear to yoga class, during meditation or any time you want to reflect and be mindful. Also, would make a great gift for yoga lovers on your gift list or anyone wanting a little bit of zen in their lives! So, feel the zen, say OM and make the Bodhi Day Necklace.
Namaste.
- 1 yoga tree pose charm
- 1 filigree leaf charm
- 3 Czech glass 6mm beads
- 2 Czech glass 4mm beads
- 4 3" headpins
- jump rings
- 2 fold-over ends
- 1 spring ring 9mm clasp
- 2" of open extender chain
- 16" of white 2mm leather cord
- 2 yards of 4-ply Irish waxed linen cord in EACH color: garnet, orange, petunia and plum
- Ruler
-Pair of chain nose pliers
- Round nose pliers
- Wire cutters
Namaste.
Ingredients:
- 1 Buddha head bead- 1 yoga tree pose charm
- 1 filigree leaf charm
- 3 Czech glass 6mm beads
- 2 Czech glass 4mm beads
- 4 3" headpins
- jump rings
- 2 fold-over ends
- 1 spring ring 9mm clasp
- 2" of open extender chain
- 16" of white 2mm leather cord
- 2 yards of 4-ply Irish waxed linen cord in EACH color: garnet, orange, petunia and plum
Tools:
- Scissors- Ruler
-Pair of chain nose pliers
- Round nose pliers
- Wire cutters
1. Close up all the jump rings and set aside. Use 1 headpin to string one 4mm bead, the Buddha
head and one 6mm bead; form a wrapped loop. Use 1 headpin to string one 6mm bead; form a
wrapped loop. Repeat once more. Use 1 headpin to string one 4mm bead; form a wrapped loop.
Set all dangles aside as shown.
4. Trim the linen cords and insert the leather and linen into the other fold-over end as shown.
6. Attach the 6mm bead dangles to the remaining jump rings.
