The besom or the witch’s broom is a humble and apparently common household object. It became associated with witchcraft at a time when it was believed that witches concealed their wands among the bristles of their brooms and consequently used them to fly on them to their nocturnal gatherings and sabbaths. It was believed that […]
The Wolf as in Animal Magick, Spirit Animal and Totem – The Keeper of Time
In my introductory article: Totems, familiars, power animals and where to find them, I’ve briefly mentioned the Wolf in regards to the symbiotic relationship it has with Corvus (Raven/Crow) in nature. I’ve repeated that in my The Crow and the Raven as Spirit Animals article, with regards to how my native totem, Corvus, has bonded […]
Walpurgisnacht – Or: Walpurgis’Night – The Witch’s Flight to the Great Sabbath
On April 30th for Walpurgisnacht, witches, warlocks, and wizards gather for the Great Sabbath of the year. Some fly to the meeting places on their brooms or forks, others turn themselves into cats, goats, horses, and toads for the journey, some leave their bodies and attend the meeting in spirit, while others cover their bodies […]
Fairy Tail Hair with Stinging Nettle Tonic
When we began our journey into the world of plants and the role they play in Romanian lore as well as in contemporary witchcraft, I mentioned the important part that The Stinging Nettle – the fire in the garden, played in my childhood. While the “Healing Fire” tea and the “Rejuvenating Elixir” syrup have been […]
Bone Magick: Or Using Bones, Fangs, Feathers, Claws, and Shells in Animal Magick and Ancestor Work
Bones, fangs, feathers, claws, and shells are potent tools for animal magick and ancestral communion, as I’ve mentioned in the articles dedicated to said subjects. However, I find it absolutely necessary to state in this article as well, that animal remains should be treated with respect, they should be ethically acquired and I do not […]
Stinging Nettle Syrup – The “Rejuvenation Elixir”
We continue our spring journey into the world of plants, Romanian lore, tradition, and contemporary witchcraft, by learning how to work more efficiently with The Stinging Nettle – the fire in the garden. If last time I presented to you how to make Stinging Nettle Tea – the “Healing Fire”, which is perfect for spring […]
The Crow and Raven as Spirit Animals – The Keeper of Mysteries
In the introductory article: Totems, familiars, power animals and where to find them, I’ve mentioned that my native totem is the Raven. After writing about the Owl and the Fox as spirit animals, it is only appropriate to address this mysterious spirit animal that is the Crow or the Raven and to help you understand […]
Cord Magick with Stinging Nettle Thread
As we’ve learned so far, there are many things you can do with the Stinging Nettle – the fire in the garden, such as the Healing Fire Tea, the Rejuvenation Elixir, and Fairy Tail Hair Tonic. It’s pretty self-spoken that these methods of using the common nettle require a holistic approach. This way you can […]
Ancestral Magick and Communion with the Cult of the Ancestors
Ancestral magick, ancestor work, or as I call it, “ancestral communion”, holds a sacred and central place in my belief system and practice. I revere it just as much as I do natural and animal magick. The essence of these three pillars of magick are an inherent part of the natural and metaphysical world, and […]
Stinging Nettle Tea – the “Healing Fire” – Focul Vindecator
We began our journey into the world of plants in Romanian lore and tradition, as well as in contemporary witchcraft, by learning about the Stinging Nettle and its distinct significance and properties. But practice is what makes this journey remarkable, so here is a first and easy way to use your knowledge on The Stinging […]