Today, we're going to be looking at my spoonie bracelets. I freakin love these bracelets, because they mean so much to me. As you'll know if you're a regular reader, I suffer from various chronic illnesses, and as such, declare myself to be a spoonie. (If you're unfamiliar with the term, check out Christine Miserandino’s post about ‘spoons’ in her blog about having Lupus.)
One of the things that really helps with chronic illness is knowing that there are people out there who understand you. I have a smile on my face every time I post out one of these bracelets, because I know they're going out to someone just like me. As such, I designed these bracelets to be super comfortable, and easy to wear, even on a high-pain day, or a day when you're struggling with sensation. If you want to find out more about how these are made, check out this blog post I did a while back.
They come in a range of different colours, with different meaning behind each colour. Although of course, you can just choose a colour because it makes you feel special.
- You can get a cute blue bracelet, if you suffer from chronic fatigue (or M.E.) as it's also known - like I do! #spooniebuddies
- Fibromyalgia sufferers can get this funky purple version.
- Have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? I've even got a zebra stripe to fly your flag with!
- Pink is famously the colour for breast cancer awareness, it's also the colour for breastfeeding awareness - so if nursing is the thing that's sucking all of your spoons, this is the one for you.
- Mental illness can also be really draining (again, I know first hand on this one) - and this bright green bracelet represents that.
- Or perhaps you'd like one to represent anxiety or OCD? Then it's the turquoise bracelet that you need
- Last but not least, there's this gorgeous glitter version available too!
Of course, if you want a colour which is not readily available in stock, please don't hesitate to get in touch via my etsy shop or my facebook page - it may take longer than my usual 2-3 day turn around, because I'll have to order the elastic in, but I'm always more than happy to make customised designs.
You also have the option to purchase matching earrings with these. Although these don't have the 'comfort' value of the bracelet, they're a great way to make a statement on one of your good days.
What helps you remember to always keep a spoon in the bank?
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