Tag: pagan
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Full Moon Release: May
The month of May brings with it another glorious full moon and another host of new creations! All these pieces can be found in my shop. The Adjustable Chevron Ring This adjustable chevron ring is handcrafted from 100% recycled sterling silver, so you can adorn yourself with beauty while treading lightly on the earth. I…
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Celebrating Beltane
Another ancient Celtic festival that carries on into modern observance, Beltane ushers in the beginnings of summer. When is Beltane? In the northern hemisphere Beltane is celebrated on May 1st, while in the southern hemisphere it falls on November 1st. As one of the four fire festivals, alongside Lughnasadh, Samhain and Imbolc, Beltane was traditionally…
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Celebrating Ostara
When is Ostara? Spring Equinox is such a magical time – falling around March 21st in the northern hemisphere, and September 21st in the southern hemisphere, this is the time when night and day hang in equal balance. I feel particularly drawn to celebrating the solstices and equinoxes, since these sabbats are reflections of natural…
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Full Moon Release: February
The Full Moon in February is known as the Snow Moon – though here in sunny Portugal it feels a little incongruous! Nevertheless, as with every Full Moon, I have an exciting shop update! The Purple Teardrop Pendant Designed for those who desire more calm and presence in their lives, this truly handcrafted amethyst pendant…
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Celebrating Imbolc
As the seasons start to turn, and the glimmer of spring begins to shine, you know it’s time to celebrate Imbolc, one of the most uplifting pagan festivals in the Wheel of the Year. When is Imbolc? Imbolc here in the northern hemisphere occurs from sunset on February 1st to sunset on February 2nd. In…
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What is an Amulet?
This article was originally published in Witch Magazine Issue 24 under the title How To Harness the Power of Amulets As every witch knows, the power of symbolism is an undeniable tenet of witchcraft and magick. We use it in almost every element of our craft – every time we cast a circle or scribe…
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The Wheel of the Year
When I first started on the path of paganism, I found the Wheel of the Year to be a wonderful first step. The seasonal festivals and their accompanying rituals gave me regular opportunities to celebrate and practise my craft, putting me in touch with my ancestors and continuing traditions that pagans have been celebrating for…
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The Beginning
Hi everyone, I’m Jazz. I’ve been creating things in one way or another for as long as I can remember – I studied a Bachelor’s degree in filmmaking, have held exhibitions of my gouache paintings and photography, spent two years writing professionally, wrote and co-hosted a storytelling podcast, and worked as a life drawing model.…
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