Valerian Root – Relax, De-stress, and Sleep Better
byValerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial flowering herb found all over the world. Over 250 documented varieties are known to exist. Valerian is native…
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Mojo Beans – Making Wishes Come True
byMojo Beans have the power to make wishes come true; at least that’s what some folks seem to think. It’s one of the reasons…
Witches Burr – Protection, Power, and Prosperity Magick
byThe witches burr (also called witch balls, spike balls, and sweet gum balls) has been an integral part American Folk magic and Hoodoo for…
Which Witch is Which? Sorting Through the Different Types of Witchcraft
byWitches, magick, sorcery and witchcraft have been part of humanity for far longer than any of the organized modern religions. Consequently, witches have been…
Winter Preservation Spell – Keeping the Magick in Your Growing Area Strong
byLand management takes hard work and dedication. It helps if you have a strong working knowledge of natural techniques to control pests, diseases, and…
Blossom Bottle – A Jar Spell to Protect Your Growing Areas
byBottle spells (also called jar spells) are a form of folk magic, most commonly found in North America. The most common types seen cover…
Witches Bottles – Protection Against Witchcraft and Conjure
byWitchcraft and the belief in magick has been a part of humankind for as long as humankind has existed. It predates Christianity, Islam, and even…
Lupercalia – The Deliciously Lustful Origin of Valentine’s Day
byEach year on February 14, lovers across the world shower their significant other with flowers, cards, gifts, special meals, and unbridled passion. It’s been…
Animal Omens – The Good, The Bad, And The Misunderstood
byWith a total solar eclipse soon upon us (August 21st, 2017), it’s almost guaranteed that conversations about “omens” will surface. The simplest way to define an…
Prophets of Pollution – Deconstructing The Destruction
byProphets of Pollution In the alleyways and darkened slums, That wicked force has finally come Foreign invaders, infiltrators, instigators Fabricators, interrogators, and demonstrators Corruptors…