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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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Creating a Victorianesque Gothic-Inspired Yule Table
As the winter solstice approaches, I find joy in embracing the rich traditions of Yuletide, particularly through a Victorian Gothic lens. This year, I’ve decided to create a festive table setting that reflects both my personal style and the beauty of nature. The Yule Log Centrepiece At the heart of my table is a Yule…
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A witch’s guide to winter wellbeing.
As winter approaches, we find ourselves transitioning from the vibrant hues of autumn into the serene embrace of the colder months. This time of year, often associated with introspection and rest, invites us to slow down and reflect on our inner selves. Our ancestors understood the significance of this season, recognising it as a period…
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The Victorian Gothic Hedge Witch’s Path
I was inspired to write this post when someone asked me what being goth meant to me. To be honest, it is not something I have thought about for a very long time. In this post, I am going to discuss how I merge Gothic Victorian charm with hedgewitch craft. The blend of Victorian Gothic…
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A Victorian-Inspired Friday Night Release Ritual.
Inspired by the practices of the Victorian era, this Friday Night Release Ritual offers a structured approach to emotional and spiritual cleansing. It reflects the 19th-century interest in personal transformation and introspection. Historical Context The Victorian period was characterised by significant scientific advancements alongside a growing fascination with the supernatural. Many Victorians engaged in practices…
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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…