Elemental Mercury
My mother, Carol, was sitting next to me at our table at Elemental Mercury's most recent craft fair. She picked up one of my business cards and asked me, "Where does the name 'Elemental Mercury' name come from anyway, why not just 'Designs by Laura' or something like that?"
The answer is Alchemy, Astrology, and being a nerd :)
I am a Gemini with a lot of Gemini and Virgo in my chart - you could say I am riddled with Mercury (which is Gemini and Virgo's ruling planet). Mercury was the element most used when alchemists attempted to turn lead into gold. I love the idea of transformation and enlightenment in my personal life, and love seeing/hearing stories about it in the lives of other people. I just love stories of a hero(ine) on a journey!
While living in New York City in the 90's, I used to read astrological charts for friends, and then friends of friends. Using my knowledge of the metaphysical properties of stones and crystals, I would suggest certain stones to people based on their charts, to aid in balancing their energies and enhancing their gifts. One of them said, "It would be great if I had a necklace or bracelet that includes these stones!" and BOOM it hit me that I could do that for them. I've been making jewelry since I was a teenager, but only for myself, and here was a way for me to put together so many things that I love.
When I moved back to CT in 2002, and in 2003 I met a man and his two sons and moved in with them. I had a little workspace in the corner of the basement until my stepsons became musicians and it got too loud down there. The family helped me convert a neglected playroom into my studio and I’ve been doing all kinds of sorcery up there ever since. In 2014 I became a Level III Reiki master, continued my love affair with healing crystals, and I started attending classes at the local herbalism school. There I would talk astrology in classes and with teachers and fellow students. With a loving nudge from the head of the school I started teaching an Intro to Astrology class and do monthly readings in the school’s Herbal Shoppe which is open to the community. (Come see me on the 4th Saturday of the month at Twin Star Community Herbal Shoppe on 57 Bank Street in New Milford!)
I’m available for readings in person or by phone/Skype. I would love to make a very personal custom piece of astrological jewelry for you or for someone you love (they make really unique gifts!). Message me and lets talk rocks and stars!
