Dharma Beads: Making and Using Your Own Buddhist Malas by Joanna Arettam is a practical and inspiring guide to creating your own meditation beads. The book includes all the materials and step-by-step instructions to craft three beautiful 27-bead wrist malas using sandalwood, red carnelian, and tiger’s eye. Alongside the crafting process, Arettam explores the history, symbolism, and spiritual significance of malas in Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Whether you’re drawn to malas for meditation, mindfulness, or simply as meaningful jewellery, this book helps you bring a centuries-old practice into your daily life.
