Another essential compponent of Turkish decor is the evil eye. Believed to deflect negative energy exuded from envious eyes, the evil eye is often prominently displayed in a Turkish home.

While the evil eye tradition is ubiquitous in many other cultures, the eye-catching black dot on blue and white design of the Turkish nazar has captured the imagination and fascination of many around the world.

Hang a nazar on your door to bring light, positive energy to your lovely home!

To find out why this blue bead has the eye has maintained its steady hold on the human imagination for thousands of years here: http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20180216-the-strange-power-of-the-evil-eye