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For crofters in Scotland, soil repair is a point of cultural pride. From peat roofs to cow patty logs, the farmer feeds the earth near as much as the animals in the northern climates. Over the centuries, this idea of feeding the soil has evolved into many recipes for fairy bread. Left out in late summer to entice the fairies to return next spring, this sweet promise offers the earth spirits the seeds and bulbs within. Fairy bread is fun to make and easy to pack into fun shapes for gifting. You ...
We have a major Gemini situation today in that the Sun, Moon, and Mercury are all hanging out with the divine twins— and you know they all talk. Take advantage of this energy by performing divination and trance work or by bottling it up with the following magical condition oil. Once made, this oil can be used in any spell or working where you need the strength of Gemini and its properties of psychic and mental clarity. Into a half-ounce bottle, blend the following oils and allow to ...
If you enjoy burning incense at your altar, you’ll be familiar with the pile of ashes that always accumulates. Think of how long those ashes have been sitting in your magical space and the energy that has gathered in them over the days or weeks. During that time they’ve absorbed feelings and experiences, which you don’t necessarily need anymore, especially if you’ve worked through a problem. While tidying your altar, include the ashes in this cleansing spell. You will ...
February is the month of love. Whether you are in a relationship or not, self-love and positive body consciousness are important. Your inner dialogue with yourself and your body helps your self-love blossom from the inside out. When you wash your body, the water cleanses your emotions and spirit. Rose, vanilla, and lavender are scents associated with love. Find a scent that you love for this bathing ritual. As you wash different areas of your body, tell yourself why you appreciate that part of ...
