Celebrate the arrival of spring with a Martaki! 🧿
Many countries around the world celebrate the beginning of the new season with unique customs and traditions. In Greece, many people choose to celebrate the arrival of March and the warmer weather by wearing a Martis/Martaki (March bracelet).
This tradition dates back to Ancient times when during the performance of a ritual aimed to please the goddess Demeter, worshipers used to tie threads around their wrists and feet. These threads were called 'Kroki' and were thought to protect the wearer from illness and the spring sun. The modern version of the Martis is made from red and white thread which is sometimes adorned with beads or an 'evil eye' charm in order to repel negative energy and bad luck.
Most commonly, the bracelet is worn until the first sign of spring and sometimes even until the end of May. As per tradition, when the bracelet is taken off, it needs to be tied onto a tree. This will encourage the tree to bloom and will invite swallows to come and build their nests.
⭐ This handmade Martaki is made of 1.5 mm polyester cord which feels soft against the skin. The sliding square knot closure makes it easy to adjust and gives it a playful look!
All materials used are nickel-free and the cord is hypoallergenic.
They can be worn on their own or you can stack them with other Martakia or boho style bracelets!
📏 Here is a size guide for your reference : Kids: wrist circumference up to 15 cm
Adult (one size) : wrist circumference up to 19 cm
Please measure your wrist before ordering and if you require a larger size or wish to place a custom order do not hesitate to contact me! 😊
Many countries around the world celebrate the beginning of the new season with unique customs and traditions. In Greece, many people choose to celebrate the arrival of March and the warmer weather by wearing a Martis/Martaki (March bracelet).
This tradition dates back to Ancient times when during the performance of a ritual aimed to please the goddess Demeter, worshipers used to tie threads around their wrists and feet. These threads were called 'Kroki' and were thought to protect the wearer from illness and the spring sun. The modern version of the Martis is made from red and white thread which is sometimes adorned with beads or an 'evil eye' charm in order to repel negative energy and bad luck.
Most commonly, the bracelet is worn until the first sign of spring and sometimes even until the end of May. As per tradition, when the bracelet is taken off, it needs to be tied onto a tree. This will encourage the tree to bloom and will invite swallows to come and build their nests.
⭐ This handmade Martaki is made of 1.5 mm polyester cord which feels soft against the skin. The sliding square knot closure makes it easy to adjust and gives it a playful look!
All materials used are nickel-free and the cord is hypoallergenic.
They can be worn on their own or you can stack them with other Martakia or boho style bracelets!
📏 Here is a size guide for your reference : Kids: wrist circumference up to 15 cm
Adult (one size) : wrist circumference up to 19 cm
Please measure your wrist before ordering and if you require a larger size or wish to place a custom order do not hesitate to contact me! 😊
