I’ve heard the questions and speculations for quite awhile now. That little red bracelet on my arm, what does it represent? This one has been on for over a year and I thought it was about time to share the full story.
I like to keep my accessories minimalistic. There is a time to shine and make a statement, but on the regular, I love simplicity and my every day jewelry to be loaded with meaning. This little red piece of yarn strongly knotted around my wrist is no different.
Many have thought I was wearing a Kabbalah bracelet, however this string has no Jewish ties for me. The red string has actually been worn in various religions from Hinduism to Christianity, my faith, for centuries. In my family, the tradition was started by my grandmother. For as far back as I can remember she has been buying red yarn and praying over it before passing along to the intended wearer. She blesses the yarn with good fortune, and the belief goes that when it falls off great things will happen. The practice has been passed and now my mother sends the bracelets to family and friends and anyone who wants the protection.
I love that it not only has a positive energy, but that it’s a daily reminder of my faith. Aden wears one as well and has since he was born. When each of ours falls off (whether the right or left wrist), a new one is sent to ward off any misfortune. With a healthy, loving husband and son, an incredible career, unbelievable friends and a baby on the way, I like to think the blessings and power of this thin red bracelet are working.
Xx,
Tamera
I like to keep my accessories minimalistic. There is a time to shine and make a statement, but on the regular, I love simplicity and my every day jewelry to be loaded with meaning. This little red piece of yarn strongly knotted around my wrist is no different.
Many have thought I was wearing a Kabbalah bracelet, however this string has no Jewish ties for me. The red string has actually been worn in various religions from Hinduism to Christianity, my faith, for centuries. In my family, the tradition was started by my grandmother. For as far back as I can remember she has been buying red yarn and praying over it before passing along to the intended wearer. She blesses the yarn with good fortune, and the belief goes that when it falls off great things will happen. The practice has been passed and now my mother sends the bracelets to family and friends and anyone who wants the protection.
I love that it not only has a positive energy, but that it’s a daily reminder of my faith. Aden wears one as well and has since he was born. When each of ours falls off (whether the right or left wrist), a new one is sent to ward off any misfortune. With a healthy, loving husband and son, an incredible career, unbelievable friends and a baby on the way, I like to think the blessings and power of this thin red bracelet are working.
Xx,
Tamera 
137 Responses
I’ve had my on for like 4-5 years now. ( before that I had one on for 7 yr.) The reason behind the red bracelets in my country is that the red colour is protecting me from the evil eyes from other people who trying to wish me bad.. I have always had it on my right wrist.
Ms.Tamera you are beautiful in every way possible.I love that your love for your family and love for God shines bright in every aspect of your life. Your such an inspiration to me for that.I wish your family nothing but blessings. Im only 20,but when the day comes for me to get married and have children i hope to enjoy it as blissfully as you do. CONGRATULATIONS on your new edition to your family. Please keep being you.
Your long time fan
Taylor
Whatever gives you peace of mind… as long as its all in love and has no ill intent i see nothing wrong with it god bless you all and remember “thou shall not judge”
I use to get them down the shore and we wore them its fun when your young and when your older its meaningful
King James Bible Deut.11:18
“Therefore shall ye lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign upon your hand, that they may be as frontlets between your eyes.”
I am late to the discussion. I agree that Jesus is more than enough and He certainly is ALL but I read my Bible daily (not saying that anyone else does not) and in my opinion, this scripture may be where the string her grandmother began using comes from. It serves the same purpose as Christians wearing a cross or displaying the fish decal on their car. It is a reminder and a public display of your faith. The apostle Paul taught the churches to pray and bless one another just as Jesus did. I personally believe that God bestowed in each of us, as His Holy Spirit dwells in us and we are made in His image, the ability to pray blessing, healing, prosperity, and protection for one another. If her grandmother prayed a blessing over me and sent me a red string to let me know that she was praying for me, I would wear it. Now if she sent me a golden calf and said pray to and worship this… I might be like, this woman is nuts. (A little humor to lighten the mood). Be blessed.