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Hedge Riding and the Other-worlds.
I wanted to briefly explain hedge riding and the otherworlds, or realms. As mentioned in my first post Hedgewitcraft and hedge riding, not all hedge witches follow the same practices, and I think it’s best you follow what suits you the most. However, in general, most hedge witches follow this or similar concepts when it…
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Easy homemade lavender sleep spray.
This is a really simple recipe to make your own lavender sleep spray. Research has suggested that smelling lavender before bed can help promote better sleep. You can mist this spray onto your pillow or around your room before bed. Before we look at how to make the spray, let’s take a quick look at…
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A witches garden – Lavender Lavandula.
If you are just beginning with witchcraft and want to work with herbs, this is the herb you should start with. Of course, you can buy lavender plants but it is so easy to grow your own and I highly recommend doing this. I have a lavender patch. The scent is just lovely and it…
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” How to Connect with energies of Dusk and Dawn”
“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me want to dream.”- Vincent Van Gogh From dusk to dawn As the sun sets below the horizon and twilight covers the land, a mystical change takes place. It is a time when nocturnal creatures come to life and…
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A witch’s Garden: Roses
Rose Lore: Myths and Legends. My roses I absolutely adore roses. I have a few growing, and I am hoping to create a small Victorian rose garden soon. My favourite rose is a David Austin one called Munstead Wood. The scent is of old English roses; it’s beautiful. I often use the petals to make…
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Hedgewitch craft and Hedgeriding.
I have put off writing about hedgewitch craft and hedge-riding as it can be kind of confusing. I believe if you are interested in this side of witchcraft, it is better to study, read a lot, and then make your own path. Ask several hedge witches what a hedge witch is, and you will get…
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Beltane: History & How to Celebrate.
Beltane is a fire festival. The word ‘Beltane’ originates from the Celtic God ‘Bel’, meaning ‘the bright one’ and the Gaelic word ‘teine’, meaning fire. Spring has reached its peak and summer is now on its way. Who is Bel? Belenus, or Bel, was a very popular Celtic god. Despite this, not a lot is known…
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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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Easter the Pagan way.
Easter Traditions and Histories. Here are a few examples of pagan traditions. There are many, you may like to do your own research. The Pagan Book of Days may be a good place to start. Ostara orgins. The Sabbat or festival of Ostara is relatively modern. it was Aiden Kelly, who gave names to the Litha,…
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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…