Wings of Faith Cross -what faith looks like, designed and testimony written by Gloria Palmer, age 14 - 2022

My Mom asked me, "what does my faith look like? She knew I was struggling and saw the change in me. We pray that this piece brings you comfort and peace as you walk your journey of life.

So what is this piece of jewelry about? Simple, it's about God's everlasting love. Though it may seem like God's not there during our hardships, He is. God is still there, walking with us and holding our hand as we walk through the storm.

This cross represents God's everlasting love. The heart is Jesus, pouring out His eternal love for us as He perished on the cross, and the wings represent the angels' presence during the crucifixion and here during our hardships. I added infinity knots throughout the cross to represent forever. To answer my Mom's question, this is what my faith looks like now!

To read more about the inspiration for this cross, visit Shoppalmers.com

Blog post Wings of Faith. here: https://www.shoppalmers.com/blogs/our-projects/wings-of-faith-inspiration-by-gloria-palmer-age-14

Mom's Copy:

Such a beautiful representation of faith. Life is full of journeys and stories, ours and yours. Gloria's art is for all to enjoy. It represents life's journies, comfort, peace, faithfulness, and beauty. God writes the best stories when we allow Him.

We pray that her design will bring you much comfort and peace along your journey!

The wings are so masterfully done forming a beautiful heart. Inside the heart is a cross made from infinity knots with a perfect heart carved in the center. It is a breathtaking piece.

$20.00 from this sale will fund Joao, a young boy's surgery in Brazil. We give back to honor God because much has been given to us!

Joao has a very complicated "super-power "called Larsen syndrome.

Our daughter Hannah has the same super-power too.

You can read more about this on our Blog:

Details:

-The pin is 38mm from top to bottom and 50mm wide

-Made from high-quality 316L stainless steel- NO TARNISHING!!

-High Polished/Antique

Gloria's testimony and inspiration for her design. Written by her:

So what is this piece of jewelry about? Simple, it's about God's everlasting love. Though it may seem like God's not there during our hardships, He is. God is still there, walking with us and holding our hand as we walk through the storm.

Earlier in 2022, my Mom asked me, "what does my faith look like?" She wanted me to express it through a design of a cross that would be made into a piece of jewelry. If I'm being honest, I struggled to come up with a design for this because even though I've accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I was struggling to see what my faith looked like. She asked me again in September of 2022

Things have been pretty rough for me since 2018, when we were going to adopt Hannah. Old memories of my childhood in China were returning, and questions began forming in my mind.

The awareness of being abandoned by my biological parents struck me hard, and I was terrified of returning to China. I was angry at God for making me the way I am. I prayed so hard to be "normal," to have two hands, full fingers, and all ten toes. I thought if he could make a blind man see and resurrect a dead man, then he could give me all my limbs back.

I also struggled as I watched family members separate and some get sick.

Two of our extended family members were going through a family crisis and were planning on getting a divorce, and while this should've been a thing I shouldn't have worried about so much—I did. The thought of losing a part of my family scared me, so I prayed that they wouldn't go through with it, but they did.

I felt like I had stopped believing in God. I still went to church and prayed, but it seemed like more of a routine and an act I had to put in front of my family and peers rather than an intimate thing.

In July 2022, my family and I went to a convention with people who were also missing limbs. I finally felt like I wasn't an alien. Seeing other people in my shoes and how God was working in their lives motivated me. It made me realize that I could and was already doing great things for the works of God and that I didn't need all my limbs.

I finally accepted Jesus into my heart in August of 2022. I don't know what exactly happened to me, but it was clear something had happened, and it wasn't from any counseling I'd received or through the achievements I'd completed—it was from God himself.

After accepting Jesus into my heart, I no longer felt anger or resentment towards my biological parents, but instead could move on and forgive them for what they did. Everything that would've normally caused fear in me- no longer does, and I know for certain it isn't by the works of men but rather by our Father's work.

It's easy to let one bad thing happen and declare that God is not real, but that's not true. We tend to put God on this pedestal of expectations, and when it isn't met, we'll say, "you're not real" or "God, why are you so cruel?" God isn't cruel, nor is He a fraud. He hasn't forsaken you or me and certainly didn't stop loving us. He allows bad things to happen through the will of humans. But all those bad things will turn into good if we allow it. So we need to be patient and trust in God.

When Jesus was on the cross, He cried, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?" This means: "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?" The truth is, even though Jesus may have believed God had left him in misery and agony, He was there with His angels, and that's the same for us. So while we can't see God or His angels, they most certainly are there.

This cross represents God's everlasting love. The heart is Jesus, pouring out His eternal love for us as He perished on the cross, and the wings represent the angels' presence during the crucifixion and here during our hardships. I added infinity knots throughout the cross to represent forever. To answer my Mom's question, this is what my faith looks like now!

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925 Sterling Silver Luckenbooth Scottish Thistle Ring.

This beautifully well-done ring is full of Scottish pride! This piece looks very regal and joins together tradition beautifully! Both the Luckenbooth and Thistle!

The Thistle is a national symbol to Scotland, signifying a war won.

Given the legend surrounding the Scottish thistle, the plant clearly connotes bravery, courage, and loyalty in the face of treachery. ... Thistle's vibrant pink or purple color represents royalty and nobility, as well as the nobility of character.

A Luckenbooth is to the Scottish as the Claddagh is to the Irish. It is a love story..A Scottish love token is often given to a new mother or a new bride. It can be given to a friend. Often times they were given as a symbol of protection. The Luckenbooth features a crown, heart, and the letter M (Queen Mary). The Luckenbooth is a very romantic and symbolic Scottish design. This will be GREAT for lovers, friends, and children. This ring will be wonderful for weddings. Luckenbooths were first sold from "locked booths" in Edinburgh's Royal Mile dating back to the 15th century; if that is not enough, we have placed a beautiful Scottish Thistle in the center! You are going to love this piece and want to get an extra for a friend. Our ring will look great against any color of clothing and Tartan sash.

Details include:

• 925 Sterling Silver

•Highly polished

• 14mm top of the design to the bottom. The band measures 4 mm on the sides to 2mm on the back.

-sz 5-10

Other matching pieces: look for:

S263=pendant

s264 matching earrings

Jpew6077 brooch

s293 pendant

Beautiful Dainty Lead-Free Pewter 3 Heart Shaped Emerald CZ's create Shamrock Earrings. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or everyday wear. These are going to be a great way to share your heritage. If you want a larger pair look for Jpew7004.

Details:

3 Heart shaped Emerald CZ's

Lead-Free Pewter

10 mm x 10 mm Shamrock

overall length 29 mm

Highly Polished

Look for our larger pair Jpew7004

Our beautiful Sterling Silver Trinity Knot bands are made of trinity knots that intertwine themselves into a beautiful network of trinity knotwork. One Trinity faces up, and the other is face down with NO breaks in the pattern. This ring would be a lovely family ring or a wedding band. It would also make a lovely thumb ring and look great as everyday wear.

The Trinity Knot represents the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It is an ancient symbol that is loved by the Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Christians, and other faiths.

This is a beautiful expression of faith!

Details:

5mm and 7mm wide

5mm(CSS8) 7mm(CSS9)

Made of 925 Sterling Silver

Comes with packaging and story card

Beautiful and modern Thistle and Trinity is a great reminder of our Celtic heritage! A traditional Thistle sits in the center of a top and bottom Trinity knot. This modern design is fashioned like a spoon ring. This one will make a great first or middle finger ring as well as the ring finger. This ring is made to last with 316L Stainless Steel. You are going to love all of the meaning.

Sizes 6-10

Ring measures 1" tall and about 3/4" across at its widest

Suitable for a man or women

Quality 316 Stainless Steel*

Scottish Thistle: The national symbol of Scotland.

Trinity: An ancient symbol representing three equal parts such as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

*316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches.

MSRP: 39.99

Such a beautiful, brilliant, and lovely ring with a fabulous 8X6 oval Amethyst stone. Two trinity knots sit on each side of the stone, giving this ring such elegance. It is so striking that I can't take my eyes off of it. Amethyst shades vary, so if you like a lighter or darker amethyst, please leave me a note at checkout.

The Trinity is such a special symbol representing the father-son and Holy Spirit!

Details:

-Size 5-10

-925Sterling silver

-8X6 Amethyst. Amethyst shades vary, so if you like a lighter or darker amethyst, please leave me a note at checkout.

-Gift bag and story card

Rhodium plated over 925 Sterling Silver

MSRP: 16.99

This handsome and highly polished Luckenbooth tie tac will look great on your tie, on a hat, worn as a pin, added to flowers, or where you like.

It's a Scottish tradition!

The luckenbooth is a tradition given to represent love, friendship, and blessings.

History

The enduring appeal of traditional jewelry is captured in our Luckenbooth designs. The Luckenbooth is one of the most romantic Scottish symbols of love from the 17th century and is often given as a token of betrothal, affection, and friendship. It is usually in the shape of a heart or two entwined hearts, symbolizing love, with a crown, symbolizing loyalty, topping the heart(s). In addition, a couple may pin a Luckenbooth to their firstborn’s blanket as a good luck charm.

Details:

-316 L Stainless Steel

-Tie-Tack and clutch back

-Luckenbooth size is 24" tall X 16" wide

*316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches.

During the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries, there were two main styles of brooches in Scotland; one was the ring brooch, often with incised decoration, and used to fasten plaids by both men and women. This design was called a Penannular. The other brooch was a heart-shaped one, often given at weddings and engagements as a token of love.

From the eighteenth century onwards, small plain heart-shaped brooches were worn to protect against evil spirits, the evil eye, or the attention of the sithean (fairy spirits). These are the famous “Luckenbooth Brooches”.

The name for the Luckenbooth came from there being sold in locked booths. These were small shops, which were, in fact, very tiny and could be securely locked at night and were a feature of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. These brooches were heart-shaped, surmounted by a crown, and usually made of silver.

The first Luckenbooth brooches date from the late seventh century. This traditional gift was given by a man to his sweetheart on their betrothal. It was considered a lucky charm, protecting the wearer against the evil eye. Among other powers, the Luckenbooth was supposed to have, was in easing the pain at childbirth and ensuring a good flow of breast milk when it was pinned to a woman’s petticoats near her left thigh. If pinned to the baby’s shawl, it would protect the child from being stolen by fairies.

During the XVIII and XIX centuries, the Luckenbooth became larger and more elaborate with inscriptions on the back, such as biblical references or the initials of the couple and the date of their betrothal.

From 1850 onwards, the intertwined hearts were made to resemble the letter M. These came to be called Mary’s Brooches or even Holyrood’s Brooches for Mary Queen of Scots, whose husband, Lord Darnley, had given her one.

Most Luckenbooth brooches today are in the form of two hearts topped by a crown and are made of silver, although some versions of this traditional Scottish brooch can be found in iron and brass. Victorian ones were generally set with garnets. Garnets were thought to have a lucky influence on affairs of the heart and symbolized a lover’s constancy as well as being an emblem of deep friendship. The Victorian versions of the Luckenbooth brooch were decorated with gems of different colors.

Details:

-316 L Stainless Steel

-Tie-Tack and clutch back

-Luckenbooth size is 24" tall X 16" wide

*316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches.

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Blessings to you and yours,

Tammy

Men's Celtic Knot Tie Tack, Hat pin, Lapel Pin, Silver Accessories, Men's Gifts, Groomsmen Gifts, Celtic Tie Tack, Irish Tie Tack, Wedding Gift

MSRP: $39.99

BOLD, Beautiful, and Soft looking. Our 316L Stainless Steel Sister Knot ring is so bold and beautiful. This Sister's knot features a heart inside of a trinity knot. We have added an 8X6 oval RAINBOW moonstone, and it makes this piece look FABULOUS! Many love the sister's connection; some love the heart and trinity, two strong symbols combined, and others love the LOOK of this bold iridescent beauty!

Beautiful and iridescent. So soft and lovely!!

Rainbow moonstone is thought to bring balance, harmony, and hope while enhancing creativity, compassion, endurance, and inner confidence.

Rainbow moonstone is transparent labradorite, a closely related feldspar mineral with a sheen in a variety of iridescent colors.

Sizes 5-10

The ring measures 1" tall. It is bold and beautiful

Quality 316 Stainless Steel*

Matching designs

8X6 rainbow moonstone

*316L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches.

Materials: Stainless Steel, Sisters Knot, Irish Jewelry, Celtic Jewelry, Trinity, trinity and Heart, Irish Ring, Celtic Ring, Irish Celtic, rings

Patonce Cross

Our bold and stately interpretation of this Patonce cross is striking! Our ring has a comfortable fit. So that means bold and comfortable.

The Patonce Cross is any form of a cross that has expanded ends, like the Pattee Cross, but with each arm terminating in floriated points like the Fleury Cross and Fleur-de-lis Cross. Sometimes there are two petals at the end of each arm, but usually three.

In heraldry, the three petals represent faith, wisdom, and chivalry. The four arms spread these to the four corners of the world.

As a Christian Cross, the three petals represent the Trinity, and the total twelve petals represent the Apostles.

Mark 8:34 ~ And when he had called the people [unto him] with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.

Details:

-Sizes 8-14

-Antique for detail

-15mm, and the band tapers from10mm-6mm

-316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches.

****MSRP: $26.99*****

Our Celtic Butterfly Necklace is stunning and meaningful. It's Celtic art making up a butterfly. Look at the top of the necklace to see the ribbon of life flowing down to a person figure holding onto the stone on both sides. In the middle is your choice of Jade or Lapis Stone. The chain is 16" adjustable to 18"

Details:

-Nickel free

-*316L Stainless Steel

-adjustable chain 16"-18"

-Jade and Lapis stone measures 8mmX10mm

-Butterfly measures 28mm

*316L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches.

**chain not included**

WHAT a beautiful meaning with a heart intertwined within a trinity knot. This has a FAMILY love meaning. Many call this the Sister's knot or family knot. Our necklace comes on a 316L stainless Steel Chain adjustable from 16"-20" Get one for yourself & each of your sister's, mom, or best friend. PERFECT for your every day wear! We have many matching pieces to this collection!

MSRP=$19.99

316L Stainless Steel- no tarnishing and great for allergies

- 316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratches

This BOLD modern interpretation features a beautiful mother figure made from an infinity knot embracing a smaller infinity that transforms into a Trinity knot inside the design. Classical under and over knotwork that embraces the true essence of Celtic art. A beautiful representation of a mother's love for her daughter and their journey through life entangled together forever. These are lovely, artistic, expressive, and beautiful.

They likely will become a favored pair. These earrings will go with EVERYTHING with their highly polished silver color!

Get one for grandma, mom, and daughter to celebrate the generations. This a GREAT pair of earrings with a beautiful meaning!

A mother always carries her children deep within herself.

Details of these Earrings Include:

Made of 316 L Stainless Steel

From top to bottom is 38mm from hook to bottom

From the top on Mother to bottom (without hook) 28mm

width at the widest point is 17mm

Look for matching pendant S301 and smaller earrings s302

*316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratch

Dainty and dangling are these quality Scottish Thistle pair of earrings. What a great look. Made from 316L Stainless Steel. Very traditional and regal looking.

Details:

Measures about 10mm across, 22mm (from hook to bottom), 17mm (without hook)

316L Stainless Steel

316L Stainless Steel, also known as Surgical Steel, is durable and will not rust or tarnish. Fingerprints or smudges can be easily wiped away, and scratches can be buffed out.

**does not include chain**

Look for all of the Triskele symbols on this highly polished very beautiful Cross. Designed by our very own James Palmer. His interpretation of this beautiful design is to realize our amazing journey from God and back to Him. Combining an ancient Celtic symbol of faith with the cross. You may find this one to quickly become your favorite.

MSRP-21.99-24.99

-Made From 316L Stainless Steel

-Measures 1 1/2" Tall

316L Stainless Steel, also known as Surgical Steel, is durable and will not rust or tarnish. Fingerprints or smudges can be easily wiped away and scratches can be buffed out.

Stunning, bold and stately

"Our family Tree," is so striking and beautiful. It represents families and the strong roots that connect us all together. The intertwining of the branches and roots is just LIFE. It is such a reminder of how we need each other and are connected forever. It is about Tradition and honoring how our families are put together. It is inspired by our flowering Crab Apple Tree that sits at the end of our driveway. It was in the winter of 2018 when it caught my eye as it was glistening in the sun. We decided that we would make our tree into a wearable art! You are going to love wearing it on your finger.

It is also a reminder of our roots in Christ.

Psalms 1:3 That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season

and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers.

Youtube video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gK1m4kfLNAY

John 15:5 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.

Details include:

MSRP=$26.99

925 Sterling Silver

Nickel free

5/8" Width

11/16" height

**Chain not included**

Stunning, bold, and stately! Our Abalone looks like an enchanted forest/ Northern Lights, and the Mother of Pearl looks like a breathtaking winter day. Hard to pick!

"Our family Tree" is so striking and beautiful. It represents families and the strong roots that connect us all together. The intertwining of the branches is just LIFE. It reminds us how we need each other and are connected forever. It is about Tradition and honoring how our families are put together. I

It is also a reminder of our roots in Christ.

Psalms 1:3 That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season

and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers.

36MM tall from bail to bottom By 30mm wide

The beveled setting for your choice of a 30 mm stone Abalone or Mother Of Pearl

John 15:5 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me, you can do nothing.

Details include:
MSRP: $39.99

No two stones will be alike! Shell

925 Sterling Silver

This is the large pendant measuring from the top of the bail to bottom

36MM tall from bail to bottom By 30mm wide

The beveled setting for your choice of a 30 mm stone Abalone or Mother Of Pearl

Father Daughter knot

This Celtic interpretation features an eternity circle that represents the interconnectedness of a father and Daughters bond. No beginning and no end. There are four corners of trinity knots entwining around the circle. Another spectacular thing about this design is in the center. Look at the part that is cut -out in the center. It forms a perfect cross. This design is stoked with beauty and deep meaning for an earthy father figure and our Heavenly One. This design itself is perfectly balanced as it is the same on ALL sides! The “Father Daughter” Celtic knot is a popular Celtic symbol using a knot with no beginning and no end. Each loop is a part of the whole and cannot be separated, as is the relationship between father and daughter

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Details Include:

Made of 316 L Stainless Steel

From top to bottom is 12mm

From top to bottom 12mm of design width and height

Surgical stainless steel posts and nut.

Look for matching earrings and pendants S316, S317, and s318

*316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratch

This is one GREAT Celtic Cross design. It is very regal in its looks. Our Celtic High cross features an eternity circle, four trinity knots, and an inner cross with ichthys. It has a nice feel and shine.

High crosses have a circle that symbolizes no beginning or end.

Other details:
MSRP: $26.99

316L Stainless Steel- no tarnishing and great for allergies.

316L earrings wires

23mmX18mm

OTHER matching pieces are available

*316 L Stainless Steel does NOT tarnish or rust. It is very hard and durable. It has a beautiful luster that can be buffed and polished to remove fingerprints or scratch