Folklore, Myths &Legends
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A Hedge witch’s Guide to Working with The Morrigan
How the Morrigan First Caught My Attention The Morrigan came into my life many years ago. I had always been drawn to Celtic and Irish mythology and followed a Celtic path in my witchcraft, so of course, I had read about her here and there. But I hadn’t really connected with her until one day,…
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Celebrating the New Year: Victorian Traditions with a Modern Witchy Twist
As we bid farewell to one year and welcome another, it’s fascinating to look back at how our ancestors marked this transition. The Victorians, in particular, had some intriguing New Year customs that blended superstition, social gatherings, and symbolic rituals. Let’s explore these traditions and see how we can infuse them with a contemporary witchy…
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“A Christmas Haunting: The Victorian Tradition of Ghost Storytelling”
During the Victorian era, a peculiar charm enveloped the art of storytelling, particularly through the lens of ghost stories. As winter nights grew long and dark, families gathered around flickering candlelight to share chilling tales that would send shivers down their spines. This tradition blossomed especially around Christmas, transforming the holiday into a time not…
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Oak Trees and Acorns in Witchcraft: A Deep Dive into Celtic History.
Oak trees and acorns have long held a revered place in Celtic history and modern witchcraft practices. These mighty symbols of strength and potential offer a wealth of magical applications for those who seek to harness their power. Celtic History and Deities The oak tree held immense significance in Celtic culture, often considered the king…
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Easter- Celebrate the witches’ way.
Here are a few ideas to help celebrate easter. Get out in nature. Always be careful when foraging, take a good guide so you know what you are looking for. Foraging: The Essential Guide to Free Wild Food: A practical guide to finding and preparing free wild food is a good one. Or check out…
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A Witch’s Garden: The Mystical Charms of Camellias.
Camellias stand out as a flower steeped in mystery and enchantment. These blooms are revered for their potent energies in wealth, abundance, and prosperity. With their dark evergreen glossy leaves and a stunning array of colours, they are very striking. I added some to my own garden last year and they are just starting to…
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the Spirit of a Victorian Christmas
The Victorians brought about many beloved Christmas traditions that are still celebrated today. However, there are some that have been lost to time. I live in a Victorian house, and this year, I thought I would bring some of these traditions back into our home this Christmas. Maybe you would like to choose a few…
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Meeting Modron: A Mother Goddess of Endurance and Renewal
How Modron First Came Into My Awareness I came across Modron many moons ago while reading about Welsh mythology. It was the stories of Morgan La Fay that first brought her to my attention. Who Modron Is Modron’s name literally means Mother in Old Welsh, and she appears in the Mabinogion, the medieval Welsh collection…