These earrings represent a bloom in progress — a moment of becoming held gently in time. Their floral form opens outward in soft layers, honoring growth that unfolds slowly, with care and patience. Each piece is beaded by hand, reflecting the quiet devotion of making with intention.
At the center rests a 24k gold-plated accent, symbolizing inner light, guidance, and ancestral presence. Surrounding beadwork radiates like petals reaching toward warmth, creating a sense of balance, softness, and grounded beauty. Finished with 18k gold-plated kidney hooks and backed with vegan leather, these earrings are designed to feel both delicate and enduring.
Each pair is thoughtfully composed and entirely one of a kind — carrying its own rhythm, spirit, and story.
Materials
• 24k gold-plated center
• Quality glass beads
• 18k gold-plated kidney hooks
• Vegan leather backing
Spiritual & Ancestral Meaning
Flowers have long symbolized cycles of life, renewal, and the quiet strength of growth. In many ancestral traditions, adornment was not merely decorative — it was a way of carrying prayer, memory, and protection close to the body. The unfolding bloom reflects personal and generational becoming, honoring both where we come from and who we are still growing into.
This piece serves as a reminder that growth does not need to be rushed to be sacred. Worn as an offering to self, these earrings invite the wearer to move gently, stay rooted, and trust the timing of their own unfolding.
Brooklynne | Sôzakwi
Store Owner & Product Creator
Spirit Beads is an Abenaki-owned small business based in Northern Ontario, Canada. As a proud member of the Odanak Nation, I carry forward the teachings and artistry of my people through beadwork, moccasins, and mukluks.
Each piece I create blends traditional techniques with contemporary designs, honoring the roots of our culture while allowing it to evolve in the modern world. My beadwork is crafted with care, authenticity, and a deep respect for my ancestors, reflecting both cultural preservation and personal passion.
At Spirit Beads, the goal is to share the beauty, strength, and spirit of Indigenous artistry with people everywhere—ensuring that these traditions continue to thrive for future generations.