The witches burr (also called witch balls, spike balls, and sweet gum balls) has been an integral part American Folk magic and Hoodoo for centuries. They are used as the base for amulets, charms, as alter icons, and for spell work. One look at the rows of sharp spikes says all you need to know. These are for protection magic. They are also used in several others ways and have a litany of properties. But before we look at the different magical uses for witches burr, let’s take a quick trail down biology lane. If you are a practicing witch, you’ll agree that it’s always good to understand as much as you can about any tree, plant, or living thing that you will incorporate into your personal practice or spell workings.
Tag: Paganism
Well, Hello! Odin.
As some of my readers know, I started back into my practice slowly. Not really working with any deities at all, then all the sudden there were two that decided to be very loud in demanding my attention and for some time I have worked with Hecate and Freya, they are like bickering sisters at time but help to provide some much needed balance to each other. Jord also, let me know in her subtle yet kind way that she was also looking to be acknowledged. She is my humble Matron. Now with all this Femininity there is someone who has been very insistent that I acknowledge HIS presence lately.
Are there Christian Witches?
This is a question that begs an answer, there are many different types of witchcraft as we have explored before and many people often ask what types of religions practice, the truth of the matter is this… Witchcraft can be found everywhere and anywhere if you choose to look long & hard enough for the answers. It is found in Buddhism, Catholicism, Christianity, Deism, Judaism, even in Taoism- and many more religions around the world.
Smudging/Cleansing plants and herbs 101
A quick intro smudging/cleansing herbs. These are little infographics for you to share or save for usage. If you post them elsewhere please make sure you credit back to us.
Charm Bottles, Lockets & Key Chains!
Each one of these pendants is hand filled and curated for your needs as an individual. They can be fully customized and made for your own unique wants/desires. Have a look through the slide show and see if there is anything you might enjoy. If you see something you would like to purchase send us a message or comment on this blog post and we will get with you ASAP to complete your order.
Shadow Work: What is it and why is it needed in your practice?
The shadow self – sometimes simply called our shadow – is the unconscious part of the brain, which drives a large amount of our behavior. Automatic responses to triggers, deep-seated habits, and emotional patterns “live” in this shadow self. What is the Shadow Self, like really what is it and why is it important to understand it on a basic principal level before diving deeply into witchcraft?
Tarot Card Meanings: The Magician
Welcome to the world of magic, where the Magician has been pulled in your reading and you are very curious as to what he has to tell you. What does he mean, what does the card have to show you? We will explore the meaning and the history behind the Magician today and use two different decks to tell his story.
ABC’s for Witchcraft
Today we decided to touch base on some basic terminology for witchcraft, this is by no means a complete guide to Witchcraft ABC’s but it is an introduction to more of the key terms you will hear throughout you journey/path into your craft. We hope this helps some of you who are just starting out or hope it helps you explain to someone else what some of these things might mean.
LunaOwl Designs Are Here!
LunaOwl has partnered with Southern Owl to bring you wonderfully witchy designs that will be on everything from Decor, to clothing, to mugs & stickers! Take a look at what was created so far then pop over to the Southern Owl shop and get your favorite design today!
Tarot Cards: Meanings- The Fool
I have been working a lot with my cards and runes lately and it dawned on me that not everyone knows what each one of the Arcana means, or even what the suits mean themselves. So I decided I would make an intro to Tarot Cards and Runes for you all. This will be a lengthy series that will take a look at their traditional/universal meanings and the history behind each one. I will be using the cards I frequently read for myself, the imagery in the Wild Unknown really speaks to me personally. But I will also include the traditional images everyone is used to as well.
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