{"product_id":"sweetgrass","title":"Sweetgrass Braid","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sweetgrass braid is primarily used for smudging, purification, and prayer, representing the sacred hair of Mother Earth (mind, body, soul). To use it, light one end, allow it to smolder, and gently fan the fragrant smoke with a feather or hand to cleanse spaces or people, often combined with other sacred herbs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Sweetgrass Braid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare for Smudging: \u003c\/strong\u003eSet your intention for peace, gratitude, or cleansing before starting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight the Braid: \u003c\/strong\u003eHold one end of the braid to a flame (a lighter or candle) until it catches fire, then immediately blow it out so it produces a thick, fragrant smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmudge\/Cleanse: \u003c\/strong\u003eWave the smoldering braid to spread the smoke, using a feather or your hand to guide it around yourself, others, or throughout a room to remove negative energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtinguish: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo put it out, press the burning end into a fire-safe, non-flammable bowl or shell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage: \u003c\/strong\u003eStore the braid in a dry, safe place for future use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe three strands represent love, kindness, and honesty, or mind, body, and spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScent: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike sage, sweetgrass has a sweet, vanilla-like aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety: \u003c\/strong\u003eDo not leave burning sweetgrass unattended and keep away from children or people with breathing issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Uses: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlit braids can be hung in closets as a natural air freshener or to ward off moths. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRonnie 🌸 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sweetgrass Braid is approximately 11 cm in length. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMANY THANKS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay Crystals would like to personally thank you for shopping and supporting home business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of our crystal+mineral treasures are hand selected and ethically sourced from around the globe with the intent of bringing uplifting and good vibe energy directly to customers and their surroundings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositive mind, positive vibes, positive life!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bay Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47548996059356,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5558\/8828\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c915b6c1-e0eb-4119-83ce-daa2ff969e19.jpg?v=1770685461","url":"https:\/\/www.baycrystals.com.au\/products\/sweetgrass","provider":"Bay Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}