Saint Jude Medals – Who Was Saint Jude?

Saint Jude is the patron saint of desperate cases and lost causes. With the world so turned upside down these days, it is no wonder that Saint Jude medals are flying off store shelves. People are finding themselves in tough situations and finding comfort in the fact that Saint Jude is there to help them through these difficult times.

Although he is a popular saint there is quite a bit of contradictory information in the bibles and auxiliary information about him. What is known is that he was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. It is thought that his original name was Thaddeus and it was changed when he became an apostle.




The name Jude is thought to be short for Judah which was a popular name amongst the Jews at the time. However, the Saint Jude who inspired the creation of the Saint Jude medals is not to be confused with Judas Iscariot. Judas was a different apostle of Christ but one who ultimately betrayed Jesus.

According to records, Saint Jude traveled through Judea, Samaria, Mesopotamia, Syria, Lybia, and Idumaea spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ. In the year 62, he went back to Jerusalem to help his brother, Saint Simeon, get elected as the Bishop of Jerusalem.

Starter Bead Bracelets

If you want to start collecting beads, you will need one of the starter bracelets to get underway. Beads are a great way to keep memories close at hand. Bracelets are a common choice for people who want to collect beads. They make the perfect piece to wear every day.



It is also something that can tuck away and come out on those days when strolls down memory lanes are a good thing. Each bead can represent a special occasion, a fun trip, or a special hobby.



Starter bracelets also make a great option for starting someone else on the journey of collecting beads. You can start their collection with a single bead and a starter bracelet. You can continue to add to their collection on special occasions through the following years. It is a good present for young women or those getting a bit older. You can find the perfect way to get started in our collection.

The Unique World of Kiln Enamel Jewelry Designs

The Kiln Enamel Jewelry Designs started in 2001 in a studio located in Brooklyn by James Leritz and Elissa Ehlin. They have been perfecting their enameling techniques for well over 5 years now and use ancient hand painted techniques mixed in with the new more modern techniques for truly exquisite pieces. Kiln enamel jewelry can be purchased nation wide throughout the country in stores.

The kiln enamel necklaces are beautifully designed and crafted. The colors in these pieces have vibrancy and chic colors to them.



The unique snakeskin necklace is a definite head turner. No real snakeskin is used, but it is represented with shiny, smooth textured glass enamel.

The Geisha necklace was inspired by the period of 1791 in Japan. This necklace is available in off-white and features a beautiful geisha; it comes on a 16-inch sterling silver chain. The pear blossom necklace comes in 3 different sizes and also a squared version. This design is available in 6 different colors.

The droplet necklace is exquisite and hip, great for casual or more formal evenings. This is stunning and designed with 9 droplets cascading down the necklace in different lengths. It is put onto a sterling silver wire of 16 inches.

Kiln enamel earrings is also more than you would expect out of earrings, which are available in many different colors such as dark red, red, white, black, green, aqua, yellow, lilac, blue and pale pink. All of these are crafted using stainless steel. These are also available in a small size category as well.