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August 16, 2023November 1, 2023

Clove Magical Properties, Medicinal Benefits, and Witchy Uses

When we hear the word clove images of snow laden landscapes, Yule trees, and piping hot tea no doubt come to mind. And for many, pomander balls (oranges and other fruits adorned with cloves) first used in the European Middle Ages as a form of air freshener and as a protection against negative spirits, jealousy,

August 5, 2023August 5, 2023

Garlic Magical Properties and Witchy Uses in Food & MAGICK

Garlic is one of those things you either love or hate. I’ve never known anyone to “sort of” like garlic. Well, I’m on the garlic side of the fence. I LOVE it. And I use it on a regular basis in my culinary and magical endeavors. Even if you don’t like the taste of garlic,

August 4, 2023August 4, 2023

Acorn Magic, Oak Wisdom: Secrets of the DRUIDS and Witches

As a child, I collected loads and loads of acorns. I put them in jars and let them sit on my little shrine in the woods. There is something about the little brown or green seeds that fall from the marvelous Oak tree that truly captivates us, especially in childhood. And, of course if you’re

August 3, 2023November 14, 2023

Mabon Altar: Cleanse, Charge, and Decorate for Autumn

Before we know it, Summer will fade away and the Autumn Equinox will be here. As witches, we feel the changing of seasons in our hearts and in our bones. And we often want to reflect the changes inside of us on our immediate environment. One easy way to celebrate this shift in seasons is

July 14, 2023January 15, 2024

Protection Spell Jar + How to Ward, Banish, and Bind with Jars

One of our requirements in life, and part of Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs, is to feel safe and secure. This means to feel safe and comfortable in our own homes, in our workplaces, and within our own bodies. As witches we know that protection goes far beyond walls, ceilings, and doors. Protection isn’t just a

July 13, 2023July 13, 2023

Thyme Magical Properties, Witchy Uses, and Health Benefits

Thyme is one of those magical ingredients that most witches come across at one point or another. To this witch, thyme is the perfect complimenting herb to my favorite herb – rosemary. But, separate from rosemary, it has its own powerful properties and uses. Come with me to the witches’ cabinet and find the jar

May 30, 2023May 30, 2023

Hand of Glory: Grisly History, Lore, and Modern Candle Magic

Witchcraft isn’t always pretty. Sometimes it’s downright disturbing. Yet even those disturbing ingredients and anecdotes intrigue us. As human beings, many of us are drawn to the taboo, whether we admit it or not. The hand of glory offers a hand-out of nightmares, folklore, and inspiration for those who dare take it. Learn all about