Solitary Witch
Who is Krampus
Throughout history, the figure of Krampus has served as a cautionary symbol, intended to encourage children to behave well during the holiday season. Unlike the cheerful and generous St. Nicholas, Kra...
To Honor Shadow Work ..
Salt Balance SpellAs we know Shadow work involves spells ro adjust ( or honor) our not so positive qualities. You know like speaking sharply or just not letting something that irritates us go includin...
Being a Witch
“Being a witch, continued Don Juan, does not mean practicing spells, or trying to affect people, or being possessed by demons. Being a witch means reaching a level of consciousness that gives ac...
THE MOON VISITS GEMINI
Over the course of a lunar month, the moon moves through each of the twelve zodiac signs. Every sign has its own energy and symbolism, which influences the moon as she passes through. She spends a few...
THE SEVEN RAYS – What Are they
“We are told that seven great rays exist in the cosmos. In oursolar system only one of these seven great rays is in operation. Theseven sub-divisions constitute the “seven rays” which, wielded by ours...
Orphic Hymn To Hekate
The Orphic Hymn to Hekate is among the oldest and most respected invocations dedicated to this influential goddess. In the hymn, Hekate is invoked as the goddess of the crossroads—a symbolic pla...
Dedication to the Rise
We are callingthe Grandmothers, Mothers,Sisters, Aunts, DaughtersThe Wild WomenThe CronesThe seers & midwivesThe mountain & desert womenThe soul summonersThe water carriersThe tenders & fe...
Dedication to Santa Muerte.
Beloved Santa Muerte, bearer of the scythe, assisted by the owl, and adorned with, the scales of justice, the hourglass, the globe, skeletal spirit, at the service of God the Father Mother, I ask you ...
Traditional Wassail Recipe
You will need: 6 small apples1 1/2 quarts ale or hard cider1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated nutmeg1 teaspoon ground ginger Preheat your oven to 120 degrees F. Core the apples and then place them on a li...
Nature Circle’
You will need the following items for this spell: 1 spell1 candle (appropriate color)Some dirt or soilSand (Optional)Salt(optional)WaterFirst off sit comfortably on any smooth surface and put the cand...
Opening the Inner Eye’
You will need the following items for this spell: 1 white or purple candle1 herb (rosemary,thyme)Light the candle and burn the herb as soon as you see smoke say: “Give me the power to see throug...
Spell: Nature Peace Wind Spell
When life feels overwhelming, you might be having trouble processing stressful, worrisome thoughts. This peace wind spell can help. Allow yourself time for some self-care and consider going on a natur...
Await the Harvest
To all those law of attraction, abundance manifestation, and easy life, high vibration, anti negativity sorts, you’ve got it all wrong. Sure, if I wanted the easy life, I’d utilize “the secret” and ma...
How to Channel Negative Energy Into Positive Magic
Don’t fight negative energy! Learn to use it as a potent source of power to fuel positive changes in your life.When it comes to icky vibes, it’s easy to let them drag you into self-destructive behavio...
The Remanifestation of the Ego
Bear in mind that the consciousness of the naked Self has already been awakened. This point — when the Eye of the Void opens — is the Ordeal of the Abyss often spoken of by Crowley; it is the experien...
Meal for the Fairies
There is another kind of Spirits, (fairies) which we have spoken of in our third book of Occult Philosophy, not so hurtful, and near unto men, for also, that they are affected with humane passions, an...
Dedicated to the Crone who feels she is fading away
If you’re feeling like your spark has dimmed a bit, this is for you. Maybe you’ve noticed the world feels a little heavier on your shoulders, or your energy just isn’t what it used to be—and that’s ok...
A Ritual to Conjure the Fairy Sibylia
The year is 1586, the night is dark and mysterious, only a sliver of the moon hangs in the sky. The autumn wind is chilly, and it blows the leaves from the trees. Two witches, one an old woman with gr...
Empower Yourself
Words have power. You can utilize the power of positive, encouraging words every day. Write words on small pieces of paper and place them in spots around your house where you will notice them. Put the...
Praise Gryla, a Terrifying Christmas Cannibal with 13 Deviant Sons
In Iceland, belief in elves and other supernatural beings is widespread, with surveys indicating that 54 percent of the population hold such views. Among the most notable figures in Icelandic folklore...
Frau Perchta
Frau Perchta is a notable figure in Alpine and Germanic folklore, sometimes called the “belly slitter” or the Christmas witch. Her story begins in pre-Christian times, when she was honored as a goddes...
The Ancient Midwinter Deer-Mother Goddess.
Female reindeer are unique with regard to other deer species in that they grow and shed antlers. This attribute is part of the mythology and spirituality of the shamanistic Sámi people who tell a stor...
Oshun Oil
Oshun Oil, also called Caridad Del Cobre Holy Oil, is a sacred blend created to honor Oshun, the Yoruba River Goddess of love, beauty, fertility, and prosperity. She is revered throughout the African ...
Invisibility through fairy magic
This ritual is originally found in the 1584 Discoverie of Witchcraft. I have modernized the English but left the original spell as it is. (Note: this is a separate experiment with Sibylia.) This is th...
Gazing at a fire
Gazing at a fire is mesmerizing and trance inducing. When we gaze at a flickering flame, our brain begins to shift out of beta brainwave state, which is associated with thinking and alertness, into al...
Creating a Garden Sanctuary
A personal outdoor sanctuary is an important part of feeling connected to all of life.Each of us has been blessed with an innate need to celebrate and glorify life. At a most basic level, we honor the...
Spirit Animal, Power Animal, Totem Animal – What’s the Difference?
These terms are often used interchangeably, but there’s a difference. Put simply: A Spirit Animal refers to an ally who helps teach/guide you.A Power Animal refers to a creature that empowers you.A To...
Yuxa, or Yuha (“Sly Snake”), the Queen of Serpents in Turkic folklore.
She manifests in every serpent that is at least 100 years old. She can become a beautiful maiden, and makes an excellent fairy wife. A human husband must never speak of what she really is, or th...
The Fairy Sibylia
On the tools used to conjure the fairy Sibylia in the 1584 Discoverie of Witchcraft. Text from the book Fairy Magic in the Grimoires. Comments: Carrying out the previously described operation is a ser...
Dreams of Witches: The Meaning of Meeting Mystics While Asleep..
Dreams tell us a lot about ourselves. They can take us to other far away places, other realms of existence, other universes. Sometimes they can even predict the future or clarify things in the past. M...
Things You Do NOT Have To Be In Order To Be A Witch..
PAGAN: you can be a witch and be a Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu or any other. Religion that does not use the label pagan for itself. WICCAN: witchcraft is a secular practice. Wicca is a ...
What It Means To Be A Spiritual Person Vs. A Religious Person
What It Means To Be A Spiritual Person Vs. A Religious PersonKnowing the difference will let you discover your truth… Are you a spiritual person or a religious person? People are inclined to think tha...
What Paganism Does And Doesn’t Mean…
Being a Pagan has a variety of meanings, many of which are often misunderstood. What Is Paganism? What Being A Pagan Really MeansThe term “Paganism” may conjures up images of witches or ot...
HOLDA, GODDESS OF THE WINTER SOLSTICE
Mother Holda, an ancient Germanic Goddess, has many surviving stories. She is connected in several ways to our contemporary concept of Santa Claus. She was a teacher, a spinner, a wise woman. She was ...
Solstice Bath Tea
Solstice Bath Tea is full of skin-nourishing herbs that also work wonders on soothing the nervous system. A lovely bath blend for folks of all ages right before bed! 1 part Chamomile (Matricaria chamo...
Winter Sun Sugar Scrub
Winter Sun Sugar Scrub is designed to support both your skin and your well-being during the colder months. This scrub uses sugar for gentle exfoliation, combined with herbs and essential oils that are...
Juniper Liniment
Juniper is often appreciated for its cleansing and protective qualities. Many traditions value it for its ability to help ease pain and negativity from the mind, body, and spirit. When used with care,...
The Mysteries of Astral Projection
Astral projection is a phenomenon that has intrigued people for centuries. It involves the idea of consciously separating one’s awareness from the physical body to explore other realms of existence. T...
“Solara”
In the realm of Solara, where the golden rays painted the skies and the warmth of sunlight infused life, lived a faerie named Solene. From her radiant sanctuary amidst the Amber Glade, she felt an int...
Mists and Shadows Oil
Throughout the ages, practitioners of witchcraft have sought ways to bridge the gap between the seen and unseen worlds. Among the many tools and potions crafted for this purpose, Mists and Shadows Oil...
Magical Myrrh: Ways to Use It in Witchcraft
ancients prized myrrh for its mystical properties and rich, beautiful aroma.Sweet smelling and rare, traders valued myrrh as a commodity literally worth its weight in gold.While the garden goes dorman...
HOW TO REMEDY SWOLLEN FEET WITH PARSLEY TEA
Parsley is an extremely powerful herb, and it has been used for hundreds of years to reduce swelling and improve energy levels. Parsley is a natural diuretic, which means that it helps the body get ri...
Astral Projection: The Ultimate Guide For Beginners
Astral projection often refers to an out of body experience. It is an event where our astral body can separate from our physical body and move through astral planes and places that hum with a higher f...
Divinity Disguise
“In mythos and fairy tales, deities and other great spirits test the hearts of humans by showing up in various forms that disguise their divinity. They show up in robes, rags, silver sashes, or with m...
What is Mirror Magick?
Mirror magick refers to any spell, divination, or spiritual practice that involves the use of mirrors. This form of magick is accessible, as most people have a mirror at home. There is no requirement ...
A Witch am I
I’m a What?A witch, you say?Let me tell you why that’s perfectly okay!I’m filled with magic from head to toeBut things don’t just happen when I twitch my nose.What’s that? A warty face and talking toa...
Can You Hear Your Calling?
Am I a Witch? Well this is a very tricky and difficult question. What defines a ‘natural witch’ from a ‘self-taught witch’ or a believer of magic? To answer all this we have to go way back and define ...
A Guide To Dragon Magick
Dragon Magick is a unique form of magick that draws upon the energy and wisdom of dragons. Dragons are often seen as guardians of hidden knowledge and symbols of strength and power. Practicing Dragon ...
Malleaus maleficarum
The Catholic Inquisition published a book that was probably the bloodiest work in the history of humanity: the “Malleaus maleficarum”, “the witches’ hammer”, had indoctri...
The Celtic Traditions of Winter Solstice
In Celtic tradition winter is ruled over by the Holly King, and the Oak King, or Green Man, rules over the summer. In medieval times the Holly King was represented by a boy who walked around the town ...
What is a Solitary Witch?
A solitary practitioner is an individual who chooses to practice their spiritual faith in the privacy of his or her home or other designated space, without the need to participate in a group such as t...
What Happened to Winter Solstice?
1. Early Christians had a soft spot for pagansIt’s a mistake to say that our modern Christmas traditions come directly from pre-Christian paganism, said Ronald Hutton, a historian at Bristol Uni...
The Cailleach
In Gaelic mythology, the Cailleach is one of the most mysterious and enduring figures. Her name, which means “old woman” or “hag” in Gaelic, does not fully capture her power and importance. The Caille...
Celebrating Winter Solstice
In Celtic tradition winter is ruled over by the Holly King, and the Oak King, or Green Man, rules over the summer. In medieval times the Holly King was represented by a boy who walked around the town ...
Samhain Is What You Make Of It
There always seems to be so much more Witchcraft and Paganism than usual at Samhain. Some of that is because there’s often just more to do. For many of us there are just more rituals to partake in, an...
Apple Pie Biscuits
Ingredients1 can of buttermilk biscuits1 can apple pie filling1/2 c butter melted1/2 c brown sugar1 tbs cinnamon1/8 tsp nutmeg1 tsp vanilla extractIcing: 1/2 c confection sugar. 1 tbs milkLightly grea...
PUMPKIN FLUFF DIP
1 (15 ounce) can solid pack pumpkin 1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
BANANA BREAD BROWNIES
Ingredients:1-1/2 c. sugar1 c. sour cream1/2 c. butter, softened2 eggs1-3/4 (3 or 4) ripe bananas, mashed2 tsp. vanilla extract2 c. all purpose flour1 tsp. baking soda3/4 tsp. salt1/2 c. chopped walnu...
Green Witchcraft
Green Witchcraft is a term often used interchangeably (albeit incorrectly) with the descriptor Hedge Witch. There are certain similarities between the paths but the fundamental core of each path is ve...
What is Magick?
Magic is another force in nature that has existed for thousands of years ago. Our ancestors have performed various acts of magic to make their lives easier and to cure their diseases. There is also wh...
The element of Fire
The element of Fire is both creative and destructive, its qualities are Brightness, Thinness and Motion and its mode is Active. It is fire that we and our ancestors used to warm our homes, we use it t...
The Path Of The Water Witch
Water Witches are sometimes called Sea Witches, but many of them find a calling with inland creeks, rivers, and lakes. It is rare for them to limit themselves to any one type of body of water. They ge...
The Elements of Air
The element of Air is vital to human survival, without it we would all perish, its aspects are Thinness, Motion and Darkness and its quality is Active. Air is the manifestation of movement, freshness,...
The Element of Water
The Element of Water is a great necessity, without it nothing can live. Only earth and water can bring forth a living soul. Such is the greatness of water that spiritual regeneration cannot be ...
The Element Of Earth
The basis and foundation of all the elements is the Earth. The Earth is the object; subject and receptacle of all celestial rays and influences and in it are the seeds of all things. It is made fruitf...
Herbal Amulets
To See Ghosts: Carry lavender and inhale its scent. To allay fears: Carry a mixture of nettle and yarrow. To Detect Witches: Carry a sachet of Rue, maidenhair, agrimony, broom-straw, and ground ivy. T...
The Magick Ring
One of the most common tools of the craft – far more common and worldwide than the knife, the wand, the cup and the disk – is the magic rings or the rings of power. J. R. R. Tolkien describes them qui...
The Witches
I am not silly enough to suppose that everyone, or even a majority among Witches, will agree with everything I will be saying here. However, I have been thinking about this question for quite a while,...
How to Learn Witchcraft
The most important tool in Witchcraft is not the athame or the wand, it’s not the cauldron or the herbs, it’s not even the book or the spell—the most important tool in Witchcraft is the mind. There ar...
Tiger Eye
Tiger Eye is recognized as a stone that supports harmony and balance. It is often used to help release fear and anxiety, and to encourage decisive action. Many people use Tiger Eye for insight, as it ...
Blackberry Cobbler
2 1/2 C Fresh blackberries, washed1 C Sugar1 C Flour2 t Baking powder1/2 t Salt1 C Milk1 Stick of butter, meltedStir together just the berries and sugar in a large bowl and let it sit out for 25-30 mi...
The Pendle Witches
On August 20th 1612 ten people convicted of witchcraft at the Summer Assize held in Lancaster Castle went to the gallows on the moors above the town. Among their number were two men and a woman in her...
Silver Colour Magick
Silver is a color often associated with illumination and reflection. It is traditionally linked to feminine energy and the moon, symbolizing cycles, mystery, and emotion. Many believe that silver can ...
MARIGOLD.
Marigolds are herbaceous plants, some perennial, some annual, of the Asteraceae family, the blooms made up of many tiny florets. They are native to North and South America but are popular garden plant...
INCENSE/HERB HONEYSUCKLE
General Information Honeysuckles are shrubs or vines with opposite oval-shaped leaves and their signature sweet-smelling tubular flowers. The flowers contain sweet nectar, but the fruit is poisonous. ...
Cedar Wood the Magick of
Cedar Wood Magickal Properties Cedar wood has a long history of use in various cultures, where it is often linked to myth, symbolism, and spiritual practices. In many magical traditions, cedar is asso...
Ravens & Crows in Mythology
Ravens and crows have played important roles in the myths, folklore, and spiritual beliefs of many cultures throughout history. Their intelligence, adaptability, and striking appearance have led peopl...
Neroli
Neroli essential oil exudes an entrancing citrus aroma with slightly spicy, bittersweet undertones. The oil is rendered from the white blossoms of the bitter orange or Seville orange tree. It tak...
Gray Colour Magick
In witchcraft, correspondences and associations are the threads that weave your practice together. They help you connect with the energies of the world around you, guiding your rituals, spells, and me...
Witches have not received good publicity
Witches always end up to be the bad guys in television shows, movies, and books. But witchcraft is not evil. It is a religion and way of life. It is the craft with only the utmost respect for Mother N...
Almond (Prunus dulcis)
Wisdom, money, fruitfulness, and prosperity. Invokes the healing energy of the deities. Provides magickal help for overcoming dependencies & addiction. Associated with Candlemas and Beltane. ...
Amber Colour Magick
Amber is a pure chroma color found midway between gold and orange on the color wheel. The name “amber” comes from the fossilized tree resin, which appears in a range of yellow-orange-brown...
Black Colour Magick
Planet: Saturn. Chakra: Base. Black is one of the most powerful colors in magic and symbolism. Use black for binding, reversing spells, repelling negativity, and transformation. It can conceal, create...
Tips for getting rid of curses
Being affected by a curse can be a distressing experience. While it is important to consider the ethical implications of curses, they can still have a significant impact on your well-being. The follow...
The Magical Correspondences of Sage
Gender: Masculine Element: Air Planetary Association: Jupiter Element: Earth Several different planets are connected magickally with this herb by different sources. For instance, some, including Culpe...
Sex and Culture
In Sex and Culture (1934), Unwin studied 80 primitive tribes and 6 known civilizations through 5,000 years of history and found a positive correlation between the cultural achievement of a people and ...
An Innocent, Care-Free Pagan Race
“Look back a little and see what has happened. Nineteen hundred years ago you were an innocent, care-free pagan race. You worshipped countless Gods and Goddesses, the spirits of the air, of the ...
The Principle of Vibration
This principle teaches us that all is in motion, nothing is at rest. Everything moves; everything vibrates with its own rate of vibration. Everything is in a constant state of movement and change. Obj...
The Principle of Correspondence
This principle teaches us that “As above, so below. As within, so without.” We do exist on all planes—the astral/spiritual, energetic, and physical—so this principle is a lesson in perspective. When m...
The Seven Hermetic Principles
Here are the seven classic Hermetic principles. I kept them as straightforward as possible. The Principle of Mentalism This is the first principle. It states that “all is mind”—that everything exists ...
Hermes Trismegistus and the Hermetic Principles
Truth be told, a lot of magick is founded on philosophy. Case in point: the Hermetic principles. The Hermetic principles are a set of philosophical beliefs based upon the ancient writings of Hermes Tr...
LUCK BRINGER
Any of the following items you can acquire from occult supply shops. You will need: 1. Bottle of perfume, new, not used before. 2. Some Devil’s Shoestring. 3. Some Jerusalem Root. 4. Some Adam a...
A Solitary Sunrise Ritual for Success and Prosperity
Timing: Work this solitary ritual on a Sunday at sunrise. Supplies: a yellow or gold votive candle a straight pin or boline (for inscribing the candle) a votive candle holder a plain, small plate or s...
PROSPERITY SPELLS
Purpose and Focus: Be clear with your intention. What is the purpose of the ritual? Are you focused? Did you take a moment to ground and center and to put aside all negativity? Do not focus on fears o...
Plant Magick, The key to understanding the Old Ways
Plants are an integral key to understanding the Old Ways. Our ancestors attached symbolism to different plant part such as flowers or leaves because of what their shape resembled, or even what th...
The Incomplete five senses of Witchcraft
Fundamental to magick is a belief that the phenomenal world of the five senses is incomplete. Witches believe that we live in a world quite different from the one our five senses show to us – they bel...
BOOBACH
The Bwbach, or Boobach, is the good-natured goblin which does good turns for the tidy Welsh maid who wins its favour by a certain course of behaviour recommended by long tradition. The maid having swe...
PIGMY ELVES
The Ellyllon are the pigmy elves who haunt the groves and valleys, and correspond pretty closely with the English elves. The English name was probably derived from the Welsh el, a spirit, elf, an elem...
FAERIES- DO YOU BELIEVE OR NOT
Fairies being creatures of the imagination, it is not possible to classify them by fixed and immutable rules. In the exact sciences, there are laws which never vary, or if they vary, their very eccent...
The Chaos of the divine feminine
“The reason that they felt ill at ease was that by eating and drinking they laid themselves open to Az-concupiscence: their bodies were no longer self-sufficient but depended on nourishment from outsi...
The Blood of Wolves
In the ancient witchcraft religion (Yatuk), Persian Sorcerers used blood of wolves (who are sacred to Ahriman) to call upon darkness. Ahriman was probably in this sense, one of the first Vampyre forms...
The workings of Saturn
The workings of Saturn are focused within darkness, and the possibility therein. The self-alchemical process of moving through the sphere of Saturn is relative to darkness in that the initiate moves t...
Fallen Angels of Ancient Lore
The Watchers, or Fallen Angels of Ancient Lore are the guardians of the path of the wise. Such Angels dwell within the shadow gardens of twilight, of dreams and the nightside of being. We must listen ...
The Saturnian Mysteries
The Saturnian Mysteries is only one avenue of magical exploration which may be explored within a Sabbatic context, not to, by any means, destroy an ongoing tradition but rather develop it. Through suc...
From the graves of Corpse-sleep
“Oh moon nourished haunters of dreams, who have tasted the souls’ blood of life, From the graves of Corpse-sleep from which ye emerge, from the pools of blood beneath the fountains of red sea, that em...
the intent of the Left Hand Path
What is often misunderstood is the intent of the Left Hand Path. Many view the LHP as one in line with Christian Satanism or Diabolism, which is an inaccurate view of the path itself. The LHP is the f...
disunion from the natural order
The Left Hand Path itself is the path of disunion from the natural order or Objective Universe. Witches, are considered wise unto their very name, which indicates and objective view of their own surro...
LEFT HAND PATH
That the Luciferian Tradition is awakening from European Traditional Craft is nothing new, the emergence of the work in America leads to a Left Hand Path approach to the path of the wise. Considering ...
The heart of the arcana
The heart of the arcana is in the brain itself, it is our connection and desire to unite the Hand and the Eye in the Grimoire of the Fallen, which was long ago scribed in the blood of our spiritual an...
The Luciferian Essence
The Luciferian Essence is found within the eyes of Cain, the father of Witchblood, buried deep within the dark well of the watchers, from which our mind is of the deep. Leviathan the serpent guards th...
The Witchcraft tradition
The Witchcraft tradition was explored in essence by the practitioners of Yatuk Dinoih, or Persian Witchcraft of which emerged from the sorcerous shadow-god Ahriman, the darkness which would create fle...
Luciferian Witchcraft
Luciferian Witchcraft is the very result of sorcery which emerged in ancient cultures and times. The Luciferic linage is traced back to the Fallen Angels of ancient lore, whom tasted from the shadow g...
The roots of Traditional Witchcraft
That the roots of Traditional Witchcraft as they have emerged passes beyond western culture as a cornerstone of middle-eastern origins, while reemerging in Europe to America as time moved forward. Wha...
Luciferian path
As the darkest night is coming and recently with some of my friends came around to talk about darker side of magick, I though may be good idea to talk about branches of witchcraft like Luciferian path...
Slavic New Life
The biggest holiday in a family’s life was the birth of a baby. But a new Slavic soul would have been just as eagerly awaited by demons. For this reason, red ribbons were tied up by the cradle in orde...
Kupalnocka, or the Slavic Valentine’s Day
“Kupała Day was the longest of the year, Kupała Night the shortest – it was one ceaseless passage of joy, song, leaping, and rites,” Józef Ignacy Kraszewski wrote in his Stara baśń (Old Ta...
The Slavic holiday calendar
The Slavic holiday calendar began on 21st December, with a symbolic victory of light over darkness (the Winter Solstice). The Święto Godowe (Nuptial Holidays), also known as Zimowy Staniasłońc would e...
An Offering Plate for the Ancestors
At Samhain, we invite our ancestors to share our feast with us and, naturally, we want the table to look nice for them. Just as we put out the “good china” when we invite the living to reunion dinners...
The Samhain Vow
In the old days and still for some, one of Winter’s vital tasks was to mend Summer’s tools—to mend the fishing nets, repair the hoe and shovel handles, and so on. Today, most of us don’t have that sor...
A Samhain Rite of Transformation Part 2
A solitary declares, or the coven’s Priestess and Priest share, the explanation of Samhain: This is the moment when the God’s grave becomes a womb, when He is no longer dead, but gestating. Now we no ...
A Samhain Rite of Transformation Part 1
A theme that unites Samhain’s aspects—harvest, reunion, and New Year’s—is transformation. This theme is so strongly at the core of this holiday that it has survived even into the secular celebrat...
Honoring the Ancestors through Song
The term “ancestors” can be interpreted broadly. It may refer to family members who have passed away, such as grandparents, parents, aunts, and uncles. It can also include siblings, friends, and even ...
Blessing and Consecration for Found Bones or Other Natural Material
For this rite, you need salt and water, burning incense, a candle, and a clean white cloth. The incense should be woodsy-smelling, and the candle should be red or orange (colors of life) or black (for...
Sacred Slaughter
Today, the animals we eat are butchered with no ceremony at all; but for Neo-Pagans, slaughter is sacred. When, in Teutonic Magic, Kveldulf Gundarsson talks about the central act of a blot (the word r...
Calling the Dryads
As you become more proficient at using energies, you will find a need to link with nature spirits and spirits of the elements. These energies are very subtle and the incantations used in this spell ac...
Setting up your altar
Setting up your altar is an important and personal part of starting your witchcraft journey. An altar is a special place where you focus your spiritual work and rituals. To create your altar, you will...
Preparing for Spell Work
Several processes become automatic when preparing for spell work. If you choose to wear special clothing, then this has to be prepared before you actually start your personal preparations. We give bel...
Witches Chanting
Chanting is a fundamental practice in many witchcraft traditions. It is used to focus the mind, raise energy, and connect with deeper spiritual forces. Across history and cultures, from ancient Egypt ...
Candle Magick
Candle magick is a widely practiced aspect of witchcraft, appreciated for both its simplicity and its symbolic meaning. Lighting a candle is often used as a way to focus intention and direct energy to...
Mature Basil leaves
Mature Basil leaves can be used for this technique. The resulting decoction is said to attract clients and prevent theft. YOU WILL NEED: Glass jar or metal container Handful of basil leaves One p...
Basil for Business
Many Hindu families keep a tulsi or Holy Basil plant in a specially-built structure, which has images of deities installed on all four sides, with an alcove for a small earthenware oil lamp. Here basi...
Preparing a crystal circle
Creating a crystal circle can be a meaningful way to define your sacred space. This practice is rooted in the belief that crystals and stones carry unique energies, which can be harnessed to support y...
Moon Power Spell
This spell offers a gentle introduction to lunar magic and is accessible to both beginners and those with more experience. It may be performed indoors or outdoors, depending on your preference and the...
Disperse Negative Emotion
Here is a simple technique for dealing with negative energies such as anger and resentment. It uses the Elements and their qualities in a very positive way. The circle of light links with spirit, the ...
Good health wishing spell
This spell is worked at the time of the New Moon and is incredibly simple to do. Bay leaves possess a great deal of magical power and are used for granting wishes. This spell can be used to fulfil a r...
Healing the body
This spell works on a simple principle, that of identifying within the body whether the pain it is suffering is physical, emotional or, as is often the case, has a more deep-rooted spiritual component...
Subtle Energies
The subtle energies which come together to give each person their unique makeup are very precious and can be conserved and enhanced. We as spell workers have a responsibility to make ourselves as heal...
Crystal Healing Spell
This spell is intended to infuse water with the healing vibrations of a crystal, creating a simple yet powerful tool for personal well-being. The charged water can be consumed or used in a ritual bath...
Enhancing Communication
Communication is an important aspect of witchcraft. It involves more than just speaking; it includes energy, intention, and connection. Being able to communicate clearly can be a valuable skill, wheth...
Programming a crystal
Programming a crystal is a process that many practitioners use to align a crystal’s energy with a specific intention or goal. Before you begin, it is often helpful to charge your crystal. Charging is ...
Cleansing a crystal
When receiving a new crystal, many practitioners find it helpful to begin by cleansing it, followed by dedicating it for a specific purpose. Cleansing is thought to remove any energies the crystal may...
Meditation with Jade
In Chinese philosophy and spiritual practice, jade is valued not only for its appearance, but also for its deep symbolic meaning. Jade is associated with five cardinal virtues: charity, modesty, coura...
Yellow Candle
The yellow candle is often used in rituals and spells to symbolize clarity, inspiration, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is closely associated with the Element of Air, which governs communication, in...
Gold Candle
In magickal practice, the gold candle holds a special place due to its vibrant color and powerful associations. Gold is often linked to the energy of the Sun, symbolizing illumination, success, and ab...
Copper Candle
Copper Candle Magick is a specialized practice within witchcraft that utilizes the energetic properties of copper and the transformative power of candle rituals. Copper, a metal revered since ancient ...
Silver Candle
Silver candle magick is a practice that draws upon the unique energies associated with the color silver, often linked to the Moon and its mystical qualities. The Moon Goddess is a central figure in ma...
Green Candle
Green candle magick is a powerful practice that draws upon the vibrant energy of the color green, symbolizing growth, abundance, and renewal. When you light a green candle, you are inviting these ener...
Pink Candle
Pink candle magick is a gentle yet powerful practice within witchcraft, often used to attract and nurture positive emotions and relationships. The color pink is deeply associated with affection, roman...
Birch Message of Love
Birch bark has long been respected in pagan and witchcraft traditions. In places like North America and Russia, it served as a natural form of paper, valued for its strength and its connection to the ...
Tips for successful romantic magick
In witchcraft, the timing of your spellwork is considered important, much like the ingredients or intentions you use. For example, love spells are often performed on Fridays. This day is linked to Ven...
RA-HOOR-KHUIT
RA-HOOR-KHUIT: the Child of Hadit and Nuit, the event-act, the now. A title of Ancient Egyptian god Horus as the Enterer; literally meaning – The crowned and conquering child.
The Dwarfie Stane
The Dwarfie Stane is found on the island of Hoy in Orkney. It is one of the most mysterious ancient monuments in the British Isles. This huge block of sandstone was carved directly from the rock. It h...
Kiss me spell
In witchcraft, spells are often used to help bring about positive changes or support personal goals. Many people are interested in spells related to love and affection, especially when feelings are mu...
Gypsy Protection Spell
The Gypsies placed great value in the power of cards. This simple spell was used to protect the family from those wishing them harm. On the face side of the ace of spades, the person’s name is written...
Gypsy Love Potion
According to Gypsy lore, this is guaranteed to make the one you desire fall head over heels in love with you. To make the potion you will need one ripe apple, several rose petals, and a sweet red...
Gypsy
Gypsy is a corruption of the word Egyptian and refers to Little Egypt, or lesser Egypt. The people who came from this area on the outskirts of Egypt were highly skilled in natural magick and were espe...
Moon Glyphs
Moon Glyphs hold a special place in the world of witchcraft and magick, serving as powerful symbols of protection and personal empowerment. Historically, glyphs have roots in ancient cultures, where s...
Basil- Herbs of the Kitchen Witch
Basil – Basil is a wonderful, robust herb, which is attributed to a variety of magical uses such as consecration, divination, exorcism, fertility, fidelity, luck, happiness, harmony and love. Basil is...
Anise -Herbs of the Kitchen Witch
> Anise – Attributed to protection, youth and purification, Anise is tied to the planet Jupiter and the element of Air. Anise aids in sleeplessness and helps to ward off bad dreams. To strengthen p...
Practising as a Solitary Pagan
Many contemporary Wiccans and other Pagans find that rather than joining a group, they prefer practicing as a solitary. The reasons for this as are as varied as those who walk the path – some may find...
Tangerine Aura
Tangerine Aura, also known as Melon Aura, is a vibrant crystal that starts as Clear Quartz. Through a special alchemical process, the quartz is super-heated and exposed to vaporized Gold and Iron Oxid...
WATER FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS
Water is a feminine energy and highly connected with the aspects of the Goddess. Used for healing, cleansing, and purification, Water is related to the West, and associated with passion and emotion. I...
THE FOUR ELEMENTS
In many modern-day Pagan belief systems, there is a good deal of focus on the four elements – Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. A few traditions of Wicca also include a fifth element, which is Spirit or Se...
Light & Dense Vibrations
Here’s the easiest explaination I can provide on light & dense vibrations (high & low vibrational energies). Just like oil & water don’t mix, light & dense energies don’t mix. When you...
Confidence Spell using Tigers Eye and a Golden Candle
The purpose of this simple confident spell is for increasing your self-worth and self-esteem. A tiger’s eye is used . This crystal strengths your solar plexus chakra, which is the seat for you will. A...
Breaking A Spell With A Spell
This ritual is called a counter spell, designed to dissolve any magical influence that may have been placed upon you. For the strongest effect, perform this spell during the waning phase of the moon. ...
How To Cast A Circle Of Protection
Casting a Circle of Protection is a foundational practice in Ritual Magick, especially among witches and neo-pagans. The sacred circle is most often used for protection, creating a safe space for ritu...
Aster
Aster—known botanically as Aster spp.—is a flowering plant native to North America, Europe, and Asia. Its star-shaped blossoms, which come in shades of purple, pink, blue, and white, have been admired...
Asafetida
In magick, asafoetida—sometimes called devil’s dung—has a long and fascinating history. Its pungent aroma has made it a staple in protection, purification, and exorcism rituals, especially when ...
Arnica: the Magick of
Arnica, with its radiant golden-yellow petals and daisy-like appearance, stands out among the wildflowers of mountainous meadows. This perennial herb, belonging to the Asteraceae family, typically gro...
Arbutus: The Magick of
The Arbutus, also known as the madrone or madrona, is a truly remarkable evergreen tree, instantly recognizable by its smooth, cinnamon-red bark that peels away in delicate, papery sheets to reveal a ...
Arabic Gum: The Magick of
Arabic gum, also known as gum acacia, is a natural resin harvested from the Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal trees. These small, thorny trees are native to the arid and semi-arid regions of sub-Saharan...
10 Facts About Paganism and Witchcraft
There’s a lot of information out there on Paganism, including but not limited to Wicca, in books, on the Internet, and through local groups. But how much of it is accurate? How do you learn to s...
How Does Magic Work?
So you’ve been reading up on Paganism, witchcraft, Wicca, and all kinds of other things, and it seems pretty straightforward… but you’re probably wondering How does magic work, anywa...
How To Write Your Own Spell in 5 Steps
There’s nothing wrong with following spells created by others—after all, entire shelves of books are dedicated to them. But sometimes, you might want to craft your own spell. Maybe you can’t find exac...
Pagans & Witches – Becoming
People become Pagans or Wiccans for a variety of reasons. Most of those reasons are pretty good – sometimes it involves a connection to the divine, a sense of coming home, or even just a gradual...
Witchcraft – Learning the Basics
Magic power is inherent on Earth. By various means, we have learned how to use it. We hold the complete, pure energy of the All – of the Goddess and the God – most high. As witches, we know that we ar...
A Spell Against Spite and Gossip
Throughout our lives, we sometimes encounter people who aren’t so pleasant. I’d like to introduce a spell that could come in handy for many of us. In the past, witches would create protective bottles—...
Verbena Bath
Vervain, sometimes called verbena and lemon verbena, are often and easily confused. The two can complement one another: lemon verbena provides purification while vervain offers magical protection.Make...
Coconut Incense
Coconut Incense – Burn this for protection and purification. Coconut Incense – Burn this for protection and purification.
Cinnamon Incense – Is used to gain wealth and success.
Cinnamon Incense – Is used to gain wealth and success.
Anise Seed: the Magick of
Pimpinella anisum, the plant that produces anise seed, is a delicate annual herb native to the eastern Mediterranean and Southwest Asia. It typically grows to a height of 18 to 24 inches, featuring sl...
Angelica Root: the Magick of
Angelica Root comes from the Angelica archangelica plant, a striking biennial herb native to northern and central Europe, as well as parts of Asia. This plant can reach heights of up to six feet, with...
Angelica leaves: the Magick of
The plant that produces Angelica leaves is known as Angelica archangelica, a striking biennial or short-lived perennial herb. It can reach impressive heights of up to six feet, with sturdy, hollow ste...
Anemone: The Magick of
The Anemone, sometimes called the windflower, is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. Its botanical features are as enchanting as its folklore: de...
Amaranth: the Magick of
Amaranth is a truly remarkable plant, both botanically and magically. Its tall, upright stems can reach up to eight feet in height, crowned with dramatic, plume-like flower clusters that burst in shad...
A Black Cat Crossing your Path
In the United States, many people believe that if a black cat crosses your path, it brings bad luck. This idea is often mentioned along with other common superstitions, like walking under a ladder or ...
Black Cats Are the Familiars of Witches
In most of Europe a black cat arriving at one’s home is actually considered good luck. Somewhere along the line as the separatists fled to America for religious freedom, they became associated wi...
Are Black Cats Incarnations of Satan
Are black cats incarnations of Satan? This question reflects a long history of superstition and misunderstanding. In ancient Egypt, black cats were revered and considered symbols of good fortune and p...
Are Black Cats Omens of Death?
Throughout history, black cats have often been linked to omens of death and misfortune. This belief is rooted in a variety of myths, legends, and cultural traditions from around the world. In ancient ...
Black Cats Are Symbols of Luck & Prosperity
Black cats have occupied a distinctive place in folklore and superstition throughout history, with their symbolism evolving across different cultures and eras. In the south of France, for example, bla...
All Cats Represent Strength & Protection
Throughout history, cats have often been seen as symbols of strength and protection. In ancient Egypt, as early as 3100 BC, cats of all kinds were regarded as sacred animals. The goddess Bastet, who w...
Black Cats and Witches
Black cats and witches have been closely linked throughout history. Today, during October and the Halloween season, images of black cats and witches are commonly seen in costumes, decorations, and par...
Black cat folklore, superstition, and mythology
Black cats have held a significant place in folklore, superstition, and mythology for centuries. Their distinctive appearance and nocturnal habits have contributed to a wide range of stories and belie...
Yule Log
6 egg whites, room temperature (appx 1 hr) 3/4 cup sugar 6 egg yolks 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 dash salt confectioners’ sugar Filling: 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, ch...
Easy Pipe cleaner Pentacle Ornaments
Easy Pipe Cleaner Pentacle Ornaments are a wonderful craft for beginners and experienced witches alike. Not only are they simple to make, but they also carry deep symbolism, representing the five elem...
Cinnamon Spell Ornaments
Will you be decorating a tree this year for your Yule celebrations? There are all kinds of things you can hang on it! Try making a batch of cinnamon spell ornaments as a fun and magical holiday p...
Salt dough
Salt dough is one of the easiest things in the world to make, and you can create just about anything from it. Use it with cookie cutters to make your own Sabbat ornaments. You’ll need: 4 Cups flo...
Yule Decorations
There are so many great ways you can decorate your home for the Yule season. Adapt store-bought Christmas decorations, or make your own Pagan-themed home decor for the season. Here’s how you can...
Pagan Revival
Paganism has enjoyed a grassroots revival over the last forty and more years. How do the seekers find an authentic expression of a deeper, older religious feeling? Today’s seekers automatically look t...
SALT LAMP
Himalayan salt has your allergies in the bag! But more importantly than clearing your nasal passages, it can also improve the air quality and give your mood an overhaul! ou are made up of negativ...
Himalayan salt
Himalayan salt, often referred to as a “crystal,” is gaining popularity not only as a culinary ingredient but also for its potential health benefits. Salt is essential for human health. It helps regul...
Pink Witches Salt
Pink Witches Salt, also called Himalayan Crystal Mineral Salt or Pink Halite, is a natural mineral salt. It has been valued for centuries for its use in both cooking and spiritual practices. This salt...
Far Eastern Bat Symbolic Meanings
In Celtic tradition, the Bat is a special animal symbol. It is often linked to the mysteries of the underworld and the unseen. The Celts believed the Bat was a “spiritual navigator,” able to move betw...
Black Bat Dreams
In dream symbolism, bats are often seen as powerful messengers from the subconscious or spiritual realms. When a black bat appears in a dream, it is commonly interpreted as a warning. Black bat dreams...
Bat Dreams
Dreams about bats are often misunderstood, and their meanings are more complex than many people realize. Not every dream involving bats is negative or ominous. The meaning of a bat in a dream depends ...
Bat as a Celtic Animal Symbol
In Celtic tradition, the Bat is seen as a special animal symbol. It is often connected to the mysteries of the underworld and the unseen parts of life. The Celts believed the Bat acted as a “spiritual...
Carnation Oil
Carnation Oil. Carnation Oil has long held a place of honor in witchcraft and folk magic, valued for its associations with strength, healing, and protection.Historically, practitioners would use carna...
The New Moon
The new moon is often regarded as a significant moment for reflection and intention-setting. This phase is associated with a pause in the lunar cycle, providing an opportunity to consider recurring pa...
THE MOON SIGN
In astrology, the Moon sign is a fundamental aspect of your natal chart, representing your emotional core and the instinctive responses that shape your inner world. While your Sun sign reflects your o...
Blessed New Moon
Human experience is often shaped by our psychological state, which can sometimes overshadow our connection to the natural elements that form the foundation of our existence. When this connection is di...
St. Frideswide’s well
St. Frideswide’s well is found in the village of Frilsham, Berkshire. This small place is rich in history, legend, and spiritual tradition. Across the British Isles, many holy wells like this one exis...
Fumigation
Fumigation was a traditional way to treat sickness such as colds, flu, tuberculosis, fever etc throughout Scotland, Ireland, England, Wales and many other countries. Traditionally it would have been J...
Witchcraft Museum Boscastle
In the scenic valleys of North Cornwall lies the charming village of Boscastle, a place that draws visitors all year round. Boscastle is best known for the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, which was fo...
Necromancy
Necromancy is believed by some to be the darkest of all the black arts, where witches and alike are able to communicate with the recently departed or by summoning spirits and even resurrecting the dea...
The 4 Stages of Witchcraft
Stage 1 Wicca and the like, all white and fluffy, doing nothing but good learning the rules and basic spells, cat naming, etc. Stage 2 Grey Witchcraft, after many years of study, you have now found yo...
Covens
A coven is typically a group or circle of witches regardless of gender, so a coven can be mixture of both men and women alike. Just in case you don’t know a male with is still a witch and not a warloc...
New Witches Guide
Becoming a witch is a deeply personal journey, and more often than not, a solitary one. Despite what you may hear from others, there is no single way to become a witch. It’s important to learn at your...
The Elementals
The Elementals are very ancient nature sprits; they are forms of energy which represent the Elements Earth, Air, Fire and Water, believed to be the building blocks of all life. To witches they are lik...
Shadow Creatures
There is a silent darkness that is attached to witchcraft and a subject that is very seldom talked about within the witchcraft community, seen by few and dismissed my many, known commonly as shadow cr...
Hell Hounds
Throughout time mankind has always told tales about a black furred, red eyed beast seen on the darkest of nights in the near vicinity of either graveyards or cemeteries, it is said that seeing one is ...
Demon Witchcraft
Rarely heard of, never spoken about and practiced only by witch who has nothing to lose or live for. It is said to be the most deadly of all the dark crafts. Rituals & spells like Evocation, summo...
Slavic Witch
To be a Slavic witch, one possess the ability to astral travel and fall easily in and out of trance states. Furthermore, Slavic witches observe three major taboos during ritual; nudity, silence, and n...
Bee Balm
Although Bee Balm is somewhat of a giant in medicine and aromatherapy applications, uses in folklore and magic are surprisingly rather sketchy and hard to find for this herb. Of course, for purifying ...
Witchcraft Old School
Old school, what is that.. well its a schooling that exist longer then any other schools now defunked, it is a school of thought, learning that has accepted the natures and rules of its awareness and ...
Easy To Find Ingredients
Many ingredients used in witchcraft are easy to find and can be incorporated into your practice with simple methods. Here are some common items and their uses: Sugar is primarily used as an attracting...
Herb Magick
Centuries ago, our ancestors used herbs for more than just seasoning soup. As a matter of fact, herbs were used for healing and Magick long before they were used as seasonings. But the Witches and the...
Tools Necessary for Herbalism
The first step in herbalism is to gather the tools you will need, and that is the main point of this first message. I have found the following useful and in many cases vital to learn and practice the ...
Overlooked Herbs
Again and again, some herbs seem worth the effort that don’t get nearly enough praise or press . . . in my opinion, anyway. You might want to give them a try if you haven’t already. 10.Pineapple Sage&...
Parsley
The next time you pass over that bit of green garnish on your plate, stop and think again, for that parsley is one of the oldest, tastiest, most nutritious, and easiest to grow of all our culinary her...
Herbal Cures for anxiety: VALERIAN
Valerian, native to Europe and North America, has long been used to treat anxiety, stress, muscle tension and insomnia. It contains valerenic acid and valeranon that help the body relax into a calm st...
Orris root
Orris root (rhizoma iridis) is the root of Iris germanica and Iris pallida. It had the common name of Queen Elizabeth Root. Constituent chemicalsThe most valued component of orris root is oil of orris...
Chamomile
StatusAmber – Vulnerable and Near-ThreatenedBest Time to SeeJune, JulyColourYellow, WhiteHabitatGrassland A SMALL, ATTRACTIVE, CREEPING PLANT WITH DAISY-LIKE FLOWERS AND FEATHERY LEAVES. This perennia...
Moss
Powers: Luck, Money Magical Uses: To carry moss (any type) taken from a gravestone in your pocket is a good ensurer of luck, especially financial luck. Moss is used to stuff general-purpose poppets
Herbal Incense
Incense composition and use is an art form in itself. Basically, an incense is any combination of plant materials, perhaps combined with essential oils and a base, which are mixed together and burned ...
Enchanting Herbs
Prior to actually using herbs in magic, they can be enchanted. Enchantment (in a magical context) aligns the vibrations of the plants involved with your magical need. Thus it is a process that increas...
Powerful Healing Herbs in Your Kitchen
The humble herb and spice rack in your kitchen today need not be just a decorative feature, although they look quite pleasing to the eye hanging on the wall, in both modern and old fashioned styled ho...
Wolfsbane
(Aconitum napellus, Arnica latifolia, Arnica montana) Poison Folk Names: Aconite, Cupid’s Car, Dumbledore’s Delight, Leopard’s Bane, Monkshood, Storm Hat, Thor’s Hat, Wolf’s Hat Gender: Feminine Plane...
Herbal Ointments
An old form of herb magic as well as medicine, an ointment is simply any fatty substance to which powdered herbs and/or oils have been added. A good example of this is found in the text under Mallow. ...
Herbal Baths
Baths are often used in herb magic, for they are an easy way to spread an herb’s power over the entire body.There are two methods; one, make a sachet (use about one-half to one cup of the appropriate ...
An Explanation of Herb Magick
In the practice of magical herbery, the collections of what might be considered “herbs” is far greater than in the study of medicinal herbology. Magic can encompass so many thing, the possibilities ar...
Sacred Herbs of the Saxons
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris): Mugwort is well known as the premier herb for dreamwork. The silver on the underside of the leaves shows an affinity for the moon and the female reproductive system....
Funeral Herbs
Since ancient times herbs have played a part in funerals. They’ve been used toscent graves and cremation fires, to fill amulet bags and in making wreaths todecorate burial places. BASIL: Protection, L...
Willow Herb Epilobium
Epilobium, commonly known as willowherb, is a fascinating and diverse genus in the evening primrose family, Onagraceae, boasting nearly 200 species found across the globe. These resilient plants thriv...
Herbal Oils
For centuries, herbal oils have played a vital role in magical traditions and healing practices around the world. Ancient civilizations, from Egypt to Greece and beyond, prized these fragrant extracts...
Lavender
(Lavendula officinale orL. vera) Flower: G Folk Names: Elf Leaf, Nard, Nardus, Spike Gender: Masculine Planet: Mercury Element: Air Powers: Love, Protection, Sleep, Chastity, Longevity, Purification, ...
Cherry
(Prunus avium) Seed and wilted leaf: X Folk Names: Sweet Cherry, Mazzard Cherry Gender: Feminine Planet: Venus Element: Water Powers: Love, Divination Magical Uses: The cherry has long been used to st...
Ratio of Fresh Herbs to Dry Herbs
When cooking with fresh and dry herbs, there is a general rule when it comes to the ratio of fresh to dry. Because dried herbs are generally more potent and concentrated than fresh herbs. 1 tablespoon...
Herbs Used in Hair Care
Herbs for Dry Hair:Burdock root, comfrey, elderflowers, Lavender , marsh mallow, parsley, sage, stinging nettle. Herbs for Damaged Hair:sage, rose, calendula, chamomile, burdock, thyme, rosemary Herbs...
Plant and Herb Magick
Plant magic is an age-old tradition dating back to ancient Egyptian times, where it was revered for its potent healing and protective properties. Throughout history, various cultures have harnessed th...
Herbal Cures for anxiety: Passionflower
Similar to valerian, passionflower is recognized for its calming and sedative actions which are effective in helping to combat anxiety, fatigue, and sleep issues. It contains alkaloids, glycosides, an...
A Witch’s Glossary of Herbs
A handy key to the herbs of witchcraft. Each of the herbs listed has its own character and magickal properties. They are revealed to the Witch through study, meditation, and practice. For this glossar...
Some Reasons Herbs May Not Work
More and more people are turning to herbs because there is a growing disappointment with using pharmaceuticals for chronic illness. Many people are getting fed up with taking a pill that never really ...
Night Shade
(Atropa belladonna) Poison Folk Names: Banewort, Black Cherry, Deadly Nightshade, Death’s Herb, Devil’s Cherries, Divale, Dwale, Dwaleberry, Dwayberry, Fair Lady, Great Morel, Naughty Man’s Cherries, ...
Herbs and the Minerals They Contain
Herbs and the minerals they contain is a very involved subject and should be we researched well beforehand. Minerals Calcium This mineral builds and protects bones and teeth. Helps maintain a regular ...
Beginning Herbalism
Herbalism, like midwifery skills, is one of the oldest parts of teaching within the craft, but is also one where we have lost a huge amount of information and where science has yet to catch up. Every ...
Your First Herb Garden
If you live in an area that gets very hot during the summer months, cover herbs with a layer of mulch to keep them from drying out. If you’re maintaining them in pots on your deck, opt for containers ...
Herb Gardening
Herbs play well with other plants. In fact, many of them (like rue, catnip, garlic and marigold) make good companion plants for pest control with vegetables and flowers. (When you don’t want to use pe...
Herbal Medicine Today
Herbal medicines are still in use today. In some respects, they have gained a new momentum in the medical field. As many people seek alternative treatments and begin to check out traditional, and East...
The Greek Way of Herbal Healing
In classical Greek science and medicine, everything in the universe has its own inherent nature and temperament, or balance of the Four Basic Qualities: Hot, Cold, Wet and Dry. This is the basis of ho...
Magickal Intentions – Hex Breaking
Magickal Intentions – Hex Breaking. Sometimes, people believe they have been hexed, cursed, jinxed, or affected by psychic attacks. In many cases, these feelings can be traced back to ordinary events ...
Negativity and Hex Removal Bath Ritual: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide.
Negativity and Hex Removal Bath Ritual: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide. Sometimes, you might feel weighed down by negativity, bad luck, or even suspect the influence of a hex. Before starting any ritual,...
Hexes
The term “hex” comes from the German word “hexe,” which means witch. It became part of American language and culture through German-speaking immigrants, especially in Pennsylva...
Hex
The word “hex” often brings to mind images of spells, enchantments, and mysterious rituals. At its core, a hex is a type of spell or magical influence. It can affect a person, an object, o...
Hex Breaking
In witchcraft, a hex is commonly understood as a persistent negative force that can follow a person, causing misfortune and emotional distress. Learning how to recognize and remove a hex is a valuable...
Hex Signs
Round magical signs and symbols used by the Pennsylvania Dutch, primarily to protect against witchcraft but also to effect spells. Hex signsare both amuletic and talismanic (see amulets; talismans). T...
How To Make A Hex Sign
Creating a hex sign can be a rewarding and creative experience, blending artistic expression with personal intention and symbolism. This guide outlines each step in a clear and approachable way, makin...
The Egg Hex
The Egg Hex is a folk magic ritual intended to redirect negative energy away from oneself and toward a chosen target. This practice requires careful intention, respect, and caution. The following cond...
The Hedge – Physical Boundaries
The Hedge Witch – Physical Boundaries. In witchcraft, boundaries are both practical and symbolic. Historically, communities have marked their limits with features like henges, hedges, stone walls, or ...
The Natural Magick of Hearth and the Home
The natural magick practiced by home-based Witches is simple and grounded. It draws wisdom and spirituality from the earth itself. Why not channel this basic energy into your home? Applying natural ma...
Hearthcraft
The word “hearth” has its roots in Old English, originally referring to the area of floor surrounding a fireplace, or the lower part of a furnace where molten metal would collect during sm...
Spirituality in Hearthcraft
Creating a spiritual atmosphere at home is an important part of the path for many house witches. This process is personal, and how you approach it depends on your own understanding of spirituality. Fo...
What is a Hedge Witch
A Hedge Witch is generally understood as a solitary practitioner who specializes in herbal arts, which include both medicinal and spiritual practices. In many communities, people may seek out a Hedge ...
Herbs for Medical Symptom
Please refer to the herbs in the list for dosages and instructionsbefore attempting to take the herb. Some herbs are poisonous! Aches: rosemaryAcne: rosemary, thyme, witch-hazelAllergies:&nb...
Herbal Vitamins and Minerals
Allspice, also known popularly as Jamaican pepper or pimento, is just what its name implies: a single spice that tastes like a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and pepper, which add...
Remedies From The Witch’s Libary
Prickling in the legs Prickling in the legs can drive you crazy when you’re trying to go to sleep. One remedy is to eat banana – there’s a lot of potassium in bananas and the prickling sensation can c...
YOUR KITCHEN MEDICINE CABINET Spices to the Rescue
Just as there is no clear dividing line between food and medicine, there’s also no dividing line between cooking spices and medicinal herbs. The astute herbalist must be resourceful and versatile, and...
Natural Antibacterial Herbs
There are hundreds of plants used all over the world, which are used in herbal medicine as treatments for bacterial infections. Here are some of the most accessible and reliable. Bayberry (Myrica ceri...
Cleansing Detox Herbs
Garlic–blood cleanser, lowers blood fats, natural antibiotic Red clover blossoms–blood cleanser, good during convalescence and healing Echinacea–lymph cleanser, improves lymphocyte and phagocyte actio...
Emotional Management
That’s all well and fine, but how do you keep your emotions in check? Is thereany way to handle them without becoming completely disassociated from realityor losing all sense of human compassion?Absol...