The Empress is a card of abundance. It often stands for renewal and nurture. It can mean wealth, reward for effort, and warm family life. The Empress signifies times of of emotional and finacial prosperity, love and family, and the ability to give and receive love.
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The red headed Empress above I made for my sister for Christmas.
Lamp beads in strap (spiral rope) by
darker hear by Mawga Beads -Mary Ann Williams (billy@napanet.net)
redder bead by Glassghost-Billy R. Williams (glassghost@continuuminet.com)
Amulet bag in tubular peyote or flat brick stitch in delicas

The stern Empress is a favorite of mine. The stern Empress was beaded by Elise Rugens of CT. Great Job!