OK it sucks but its necessary. how can we use this time for the benefit of our craft and community
Author: thewitchwench
Basic Protection Spells
an introduction to protection spells and basic protective magic.
Green Goddess Soup
My very basic but extra awesome recipe for a soup made from foraged greens. Perfect for spring celebrations and general well being.
Ostara
Ostara is the spring equinox festival this year it falls on the 20th of December. Like Lughnasadh, it is the time where day and night are in balance. The Druid name for Ostara is Alban Eilir-the Light of the earth. Having rested and transformed in the cauldron of winter we are now reborn with new… Continue reading Ostara
Primrose *primula vulgaris*
The gentle primrose. Helpful for those with anxiety, a symbol of hope, love and the arrival of spring.
Ransoms/Wild Garlic *Allium Ursinum*
Just like normal everyday garlic, wild garlic has a great medicinal plant ally. It's damn tasty and so versatile.
Alexanders *smyrnium olusatrum*
Alexanders-an abundant spring green, its uses and how to identify it safely.
Friday 13th and Witches
It's a powerful day today! Friday the 13th and the Harvest Moon! de-mystifying Friday the 13th and celebrating the Harvest Moon.
Nettle *Urtica Dioica*
Nettles are an excellent plant ally for many reasons. one of my favourites for spring.
A Valentines rant on love, romance and choosing a partner.
This is a subject close to my heart. First of all. Fuck valentines day and it's mass-consumerist bullshit! If you're into it that's absolutely fine. This article might not be for you though. Personally I want romance spontaneously. Intimate moments like making me tea in the morning, jumping my bones when I'm doing the washing… Continue reading A Valentines rant on love, romance and choosing a partner.
An interview with Lu Christie: Artist, Witch and Modern Day Elder.
An interview with Lu Christie, my inspriation and a modern day elder. She talks about her fabulous career as a make-up artist in London and her transition through Maiden and Mother to Crone/Elder
Cleavers *Galium Aperine*
One of my favourite plant allies, cleavers is a staple in my home. It supports the lymphatic system, is easy to find and work with. A sign of awakening spring.
A Rant On Being ‘too much’.
I do love a rant. This one's about being yourself and allowing others to do so. don't be a dick.
Imbolc
Imbolc the festival of awakening
A word/rant on trauma anniversaries
dealing with trauma anniversaries and stopping them from spreading suffering.
A word/rant on generational curses.
a world/rant on generational curse and how to overcome them.
Fire Cider
finally, my recipe for the spicy wonder that is FIRE CIDER! an old folk remedy for just about everything.
Casting a Circle
casting a circle is a vital part of working a spell as it keeps us safe and allows us to focus our intention before releasing it into the universe. Included are two basic methods to get you started.
Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed. Using your craft to support your pets.
how I use witchcraft craft to support my pets health and wellbeing.
Creating a Working Altar
how and why we create altars, what is placed upon them and how to make your own.
