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Why is it important to spend time to make a good Rosary?

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The art of Rosary making is a sacred one and taking time and care when making a Rosary holds significance for several reasons which I discuss below. For me its simply a labour of love and a big responsibility to get it right.  Whether I'm making an elaborate rosary, a simple rosary using  inexpensive or expensive beads, or semiprecious stone-beads, the skill set and attention to detail remains the same, making sure each piece is as prefect as humanly possible by hand.   1. Sacredness of the Object: The Rosary is not just a piece of jewelry or an accessory; it is...

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Why handcrafted items cost more

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Handcrafted items often cost more than mass-produced ones for several reasons: 1. Labour Intensity: Handcrafting requires skilled artisans to invest significant time, money and effort in creating each item individually. This labour-intensive process can drive up the cost. The wear and tear on our eyes, hands and fingers must also be considered. 2. Skill and Expertise: As skilled artisans we will often command higher wages due to our expertise, which contributes to the higher cost of handcrafted items. Thousands of hours of labour, trial and error has gone into producing the end product you now hold in your hands. 3....

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the villageartist.shop blog

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Why support local handcraft?

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Mother Tereasa Job's Tears Rosaries

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a spiel on our Job's Tears handmade Rosaries

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