Basil is one of the most common herbs used in the kitchen. This leafy green herb has quite a history and contains not only great health benefits, but basil has great magical properties as well. Basil’s History Basil is a part of the mint family. There are more than 60…
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What is the Evil Eye?
The eyes are probably the most expressive part of a person’s body. When someone is sad, the eyes produce tears, when they are angry the eyes give off a feeling of intensity. Have you ever heard the phrase “if looks could kill“? This is referred to as the Evil Eye….
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Aloe Vera- The Magical Multi-Purpose Plant
There are many plants and flowers used throughout time for a multitude of reasons and the aloe vera plant is no different. The ancient Egyptians used the aloe plant in their embalming methods. Aloe vera has many medicinal properties as well as some magical properties. This succulent plant is a…
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Types of Witchcraft Spells
One of the allures to witchcraft isn’t just the aesthetic of it all. It is the ability to steer the universe in your favor when casting a spell. But what kind of spells are there? How do we know which ones we should use? When should we use them? Knowing…
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Lunar Phase Meanings
Everyone knows the power behind the full moon. But it’s not just the full moon that has power. Although it is the lunar phase that has the strongest power, the other lunar phases carry their own level of power and can help enhance your spell workings. Making them stronger and…
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Witchcraft on a Budget
It is so easy to blow all of your hard-earned money on all thing’s witchcraft. There are books, candles, divination items, crystals, jars (all the jars!), and the witchy aesthetic alone can drain our bank accounts in no time! But it does not have to be that way. Sure, having…
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Eclectic Witch- Best Witch Type for Beginner Witches
As a beginner witch you may want to figure out what type of witch you are. When starting something new like witchcraft, it can be hard to know where you fit in. Everything is new and you’re unsure what is going to call to you. This makes the eclectic witch…
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Litha-Celebrate Midsummer
Midsummer is a term you have heard at least once in your life. Shakespeare’s A Midsummer’s Night Dream is one I’m sure you have heard of. Litha is the modern name for midsummer but is also known as the Summer Solstice. A celebration of the sun and light. A chance…
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How to Make Sun Water and Its Uses
The sun holds immense power and we rely on it for so much. It gives the Earth life, light and warmth. It can also bring our world as we know it to an end. But let us not think too hard on that. Over time we have found ways to…
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How to Make Moon Water
The moon has always had this feeling of power. And it certainly has that power when it comes to water. The moon controls the Earth’s tides, and some may say that it has a certain influence on us. Especially during a full moon. We are made up of about 60%…