My flat-thin 108 beads are fading: is it dyed or normal?
If the color of Pingxi 108 beads fades, is it dyed or normal? With many beads in a 108-bead mala, color fading is visual
Feeling frustrated? Get through the breaking-in bottleneck of large Rudraksha like this
Feeling frustrated? Here's how to get through the breaking-in plateau with large Rudraksha. As you keep working the bead
How long does it take for a flat, fine single-loop to develop a glossy sheen?
How long does it take for a flat-fine single-loop mala to develop a glossy sheen? The glossy sheen is the translucent lu
Keeping up with breaking-in Rudraksha (large) for a year brought more rewards than I expected
After a year of breaking-in (patina process) on Rudraksha (large), the rewards exceeded expectations. I got this Rudraks
Old Tree King 108 beads are losing color—dyed or normal?
The 108-bead Old Tree King mala is losing color—is it dyed or normal? With 108 beads, the color loss looks more obvious,
How to assess collectible value? Don't judge Rudraksha (large) only by the number of mukhis
How do you judge collectible value? Don't look only at the number of mukhi when it comes to Rudraksha (large). When it c
The single-loop Old Tree King mala has faded. Is it dyed or normal?
The single-loop Old Tree King mala is losing color. Is it dyed or normal? When a mala loses color, beginners tend to pan
Should I move to the next breaking-in stage for a Rudraksha (large) with a rough feel?
If your large Rudraksha feels rough to the touch, is it time to switch stages? As you keep working the mala, the feel su
What is a reasonable price for a fine-grained 108-bead long mala?
What is a reasonable price for a fine-texture 108 long mala? The fine-texture craft is meticulous, and with 108 beads th
It has quite a strong smell—is this normal for new Rudraksha (large) seeds?
Is a strong smell normal for new Rudraksha (large) seeds? When you get a new mala, you might notice a scent when you bri
