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 
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that is awesome!!
Tamera, As a Believer in Jesus Christ after reading your history behind the red string,I do think you need to read in the word of God (Bible) about Eternal
Security after we have accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior into our Hearts. Please My dear read “Romans” especially chapter “8”. I can give you so much scriptures from the bible to read that ALL good and perfect things(gifts) comes from God,James 1:17. Also God stated in Isaiah 42:8 I will not share or give my GLORY to another.
In the last paragraph You seem to state that your blessings are coming from the red string,and while none of us can see your heart only God can, as a Believer in Jesus Christ we must know and believe that God give good Husband and children,and if its coming from any others spirits it will not last, and I don’t want it.
I pray that you accept my note and others,not as a bashing,or hating we are so quick to take everything these days as hating and not look at the sweet spirit behind it if its said in LOVE…
Numbers.6:24-26. BLESSINGS
Are you trying to convert Tamera? You do know that there are other religions that people believe in,
“In the last paragraph You seem to state that your blessings are coming from the red string,and while none of us can see your heart only God can, as a Believer in Jesus Christ we must know and believe that God give good Husband and children,and if its coming from any others spirits it will not last, and I don’t want it.”
REALLY
Asian people do that as well. They bless the string and yes when it falls offit is good luck. I still wear one and I’m 25
Hello! I”m Hmong and its similar to my culture. We have white or red yarn ties on our wrist or ankles doesn’t matter which side (left or right). In our beliefs, the white tie represents good luck, and whoever is tying it on your hand is blessing you with good fortune. As for the red tie, it represent protection.. By the way you have a gorgeous family.
Tamera, thank you so much for sharing your story. I believe in the power of “God,” so much and his grace and mercy. I love that your family has a visible reminder of his blessings, goodness, and favor on your life. I believe that the positive energy , power, and blessings are truly working through that blessed piece of bracelet. I would love to start a similar tradition in my family. Stay blessed and beautiful!
You just took the words right out my mouth.