Crystals of all shapes and sizes have been popping up in interior home design for some time now and it appears this crystal trend in decorating is not going anywhere.
In addition to the obvious beauty, connection to nature and the luxurious atmosphere that crystals create, more people are being drawn to the positive energy that crystals have and can bring into a home. With many of us living stressful lives and jobs, crystals are being used in homes to correct energy imbalances and to create more harmony in the home.
Depending on the crystal chosen, crystals can be used to:
- clear and purify the energy of a space
- attract good energy and/or ward off negative energy
Crystals are an example of perfect balance and harmony and introducing them into your decor helps you achieve a balance of energy in your home too.
Each crystal has its own unique energy vibration depending on its colour, clarity and shape.
The benefits of some of the crystals used in homes are described below. However, we all respond to crystals in our own unique way so it is important that you select a crystal that appeals to you - usually the one that you are intuitively drawn too. Trust your instincts and choose the crystal that feels good to you, the crystal you are drawn to is most often the crystal energy you need.
Clear Quartz - used in Feng Shui to cleanse and purify the energy around it. Clear quartz can also be programmed by you for what you wish. You program the crystal with your intent, thoughts or energy that you want it to radiate. Place clear quartz in any room where you want to inject this energy.
Rose Quartz - Pink stones help with emotional levels of stress. Rose Quartz can be used to attract love and romance, it is also used to heal a broken heart and build self-esteem. This crystal can also be used in any room and is perfect for bedrooms.
Amethyst - Amethyst is both calming and balancing. It is helpful in times of worry and grief, helping to calm the mind. For those at a crossroads in their life, it is believed that amethyst helps connect you to your true passion coming from a spiritual place.
Image source: Amethyst door knobs from Cecile & Boyd. cecileandboyds.com
Smoky Quartz - Dark crystals have protective energies. Smokey quartz absorbs energy rather than radiating it, it helps to stabilise the mind and body. Use in any room in the home.
For more information on the various crystals and their energies visit The benefits of Coloured Crystals in your Home
Crystals can be bought at a variety of decor shops, specialist crystal stores and at markets. Before displaying the crystal in your home, it is recommended you run the crystal under clean running water and place it in the sun to cleanse it and recharge its energy. Repeat the process when you want to change the energy and recharge the crystal. Then enjoy the beauty and energy of one of nature's most beautiful creations.
