Re-Threading & Restoration
A Shivoham mala is designed to last a lifetime. However, with daily wear — as we encourage — the thread will naturally soften and fray over time. This is entirely normal and expected, typically after two to three years of constant wear. Re-threading is simply part of maintaining your mala’s long life, not a sign that anything is wrong.
A mala break always symbolises a new beginning — the release of an old pattern, or the fulfilment of your intention.
The positive outcome, once re-threaded, is the setting of a new spiritual intention to continue your path forward. It is a moment for contemplation — consider what has passed, how you have changed, and how you can step forward with renewed focus.
Why Repair Through Shivoham
Shivoham malas are hand-knotted with mantras and blessed through sacred ceremony. When your mala returns to us for repair, it is treated with the same care and reverence as the day it was first created — re-threaded with fresh mantras, restored to its original beauty and re-blessed before being returned to you.
Please note: A standard pearl-knotted mala repair at a jeweller typically costs $200 or more — and most jewellers are unable to replicate the tassel work, the specific knotting techniques or the sacred process that makes a Shivoham mala what it is. Our repair service is offered at a fraction of this cost as a service to those who have trusted us with their spiritual journey. We ask that you approach the process with patience and respect, as we give each mala the same devoted attention it received when it was first made.
How It Works
What to Expect
3–4 months
Typical turnaround time for mala repairs. Each piece is restored by hand with the same care as when it was first created.
No need to check in
We always keep a record and will ensure your mala is returned in beautiful condition. We’ll be in touch when it’s ready.
Your patience through this process is genuinely appreciated. Mala repair is a sacred act of renewal — not a quick fix. Every repair is done by hand, with mantras and devotion, and we treat your mala as if it were our own.
Preventing Breakage
Keep an eye on the thread between the beads. When it begins to fray or thin, it’s time to have your mala re-threaded — don’t wait until it breaks. With attentive care and timely re-threading, your mala is designed to last a lifetime.
Bracelet Repairs
Every Shivoham bracelet is shipped with spare elastic and instructions so you can maintain your piece for years to come. If you have lost your instructions, simply request them from us via email and we will send them through.
Email us with the details of your mala and we’ll guide you through the process.
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