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The Irish harvest holiday of Lughnasadh, and the Christianized celebration of Lammas in Britain, is a joyful time of gratitude for bounty. For this rite, first verbally thank deities, ancestors, spiritual beings, or the universe itself for all the blessings you've enjoyed this year. Next, anoint a green candle with lavender and rose oil, and light it in a safe holder. Slather thick slices of bread (preferably homemade) with butter, honey, and/or jam, and prepare a platter with seasonal fruits, ...
Our world can feel chaotic at times. Struggles with work, school, and relationships may keep our emotions in flux. Though we can't escape life's difficulties, we can create sacred space for ourselves (even if it's a corner of a bedroom). Add soft light and favorite touches that give pleasure to your senses. To add a harmonious energy to your sacred space, try this spell. You will need: Rose and lavender essential oils Equal parts dried rose petals and lavender buds, mixed together A pretty ...
April rains are cleansing and nurturing. This is a good time to clean your ritual tools, refresh your altar, and renew the positive energy of your ritual space. To do this, if possible place any magical tools that won't be harmed outside during a gentle April rain. Place them in a protected area. (If you can't do this, I have a suggestion for you next.) Leave your tools outside for a couple of minutes. Bring them inside and place them on a clean kitchen towel. Using a soft cotton cloth, buff ...
Herb-filled sachets, when tucked near your pillow as you slumber, are a wonderful way to induce sleep, encourage pleasant dreams, or release anxiety. Another way to use them in your craft is to induce prophetic dreaming. Before you go to sleep, use a dream journal to write down questions you would like the answer to. Then tuck your herbal sachet near your pillow and see what your dreams reveal. Remember to write down your revelations as soon as you awaken so you won't forget them. To make a ...
