The witch and the bee, a more magickal union there could not be! Witches have enjoyed a long and enchanting relationship with the bee, sharing many rituals, as well as other magickal traits they have in common. Read more
April 9, 2019
The Wyrd of a Witch…
April 9, 2019 By Raven Wood
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The word “Wyrd” is an interesting word indeed. For I have found both in research, and my own personal experiences, that this word has many a meaning… especially to a witch. Read more
February 22, 2019
Bewitching Birch… A Tree of Many Magicks, and the Devil
February 22, 2019 By Raven Wood
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The Paper Birch is often one of the first species to reestablish itself after a forest fire, which is kinda ironic knowing some of the darker folklore of this magickal tree. Read more
December 5, 2018
The children all know that it’s time to dread, when in place of “sugarplums” it’s Krampus instead.
December 5, 2018 By Raven Wood
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Krampus is traditionally seen in folklore pictured with chains or bells he lashes about, birch branches to swat naughty kids, and a basket strapped to his back to carry the wicked little children away, for the purpose of drowning, eating, or transporting them to Hell…… Read more
October 31, 2018
Spirit Conjuring for Samhain
October 31, 2018 By Raven Wood
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Spirits as we know have not faded away into the grave yards, in it’s stead is quite the opposite. There are numerous sightings and interest paid to spirits, especially during this time of Samhain. And so is the way in which to conjure them… This then be a witches way ~ Read more
October 28, 2018
Horns and Antlers and All Hallows Eve…..
October 28, 2018 By Raven Wood
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The season of the Dark One’s decent to the Underworld at Samhain brings us visions of antlers, bones, and horns, being more prevalent now in our artwork, and pictures of the season. Antlers and horns have become symbolic to pagans and shaman alike, their ancient artwork revealing spiritual guides and entities…. Read more
October 9, 2018
How a Wood Witch Prepares for Samhain
October 9, 2018 By Raven Wood
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Samhain, or All Hallows Eve, will soon be upon us. Bringing with it all it’s rituals, spell work, and celebrations. This be the time then, to prepare for the dark season holiday, and end to the Pagan year. For me there is much to do… Read more
September 6, 2018
Tarot and the Ways of the Witch
September 6, 2018 By Raven Wood
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The lore of the connection between the Tarot and the Witch becomes more apparent in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Read more
July 19, 2018
The Witch and the Wild Rose
July 19, 2018 By Raven Wood
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The wild rose can be a truly positive force in our life, just like so many magickal plants, but what can heal, can also hex… and the rose is no exception. Read more
June 1, 2018
Lovely Light-hearted Lilacs
June 1, 2018 By Raven Wood
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Plant lilacs around your home to keep at bay those who might intend to do harm. Or place freshly cut stems in a vase as a way to prevent malevolent spirits or entities from hanging around. Read more
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