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As autumn winds down and winter approaches, many people think about starting fires—a campfire, a bonfire, a woodstove, a fireplace, and so on. Even lighting candles or incense becomes more appealing. However, not everyone lives where they can enjoy open flames, and some folks find the smoke too irritating. So there are symbolic options instead. For this magical craft, you need: Magazines or catalogs with fire images Scissors A piece of card stock in red, orange, or yellow Craft ...
Now we arrive at the twilight of the year. The skies are gray and the air is brisk. At night the wind may howl. By now, most flowers are just a memory. To capture the essence of summer, observe the regal plumes of dried grasses, both domestic and wild. They may be bleached tan from the frost, but still they stand proud. For this spell, cut a few stems of grasses. It could be from a meadow or your own yard. Arrange them to dry completely in an empty vase or jar. Display on your altar or ...
Use this time during the waning moon to embrace the restorative power of nature. Take long walks under autumn's golden sun (and don't forget to stop and play in the leaves). Gather magickal treasures, such as hazelnuts, stones, and twigs, to add to your seasonal altar. Pick up some radishes at your local farmers' market for roasting with garlic and herbs, and don't forget to save a few of the larger ones to carve. Yes, those tiny root crop favorites are a perfect protection ward to use in ...
Today is World Maritime Day. Instead of honoring the shipping industry, honor the goddess who is the ocean herself. Amphitrite was a pre-Hellenic triple goddess honored as the sea. In Greek myth, she was demoted to nereid and married Poseidon. She kept her independence and has caves under the sea filled with jewels, tends sea mammals, creates sea monsters, and calms the winds. You will need a stone associated with the ocean and/or Amphitrite, such as larimar, coral, cuprite, or aquamarine. If ...
