OK, so any crystal that you may see has power anyway, but with a bit of preparation, you can get the best out of them. Here are a few tips that I've learned on how to get the best from them. For more detailed instruction, go to http://www.judyhall.co.uk.

When you first get the stone, regardless of wether it is a therapy stone or made into jewellery, please do the following in order to cleanse it.

1. If it is insoluable and non porous, such as Quartz, Bloodstone, Agate etc, then run it under cold water for a few moments and then leave to dry naturally in sunlight.

2, If it is fragile or porous, such as Emerald, Pumice, or if you are not sure, then leave it close to a Carnelian. A Carnelian has the ability to cleanse other stones. I prefer this method to the alternative method of plunging into salt, as I find this a bit messy.

Periodically, repeat this cleansing. This is because the crystals will absorb negativity from the environment, and will need to discharge/recharge. Carnelian never needs this, as it is one of the stones that can self cleanse, and cleanse other stones and crystals in its proximity.

Attunement Meditation.

To attune a crystal to your unique vibration signatue, do the following.

Hold in your left hand. Cup your right hand over it and close your eyes. Imagine the crystal being bathed in pure white light, which is coming from the palms of your hands. Hold this thought for a few minutes. Now bring yourself back, and take a deep breath. Ground yourself by taking a drink of water or tea.

Now your crystal is attuned to you, and will give you the full benefit of its gifts.