The Importance of Ancestral Traditions to Safe Astral Projection

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One of my regular customers inquired as to my personal experience with astral projection and I think that some of my response to that inquiry is worthwhile to share publicly with all my customers.

Most of my experiences with astral projection have been spontaneous and not within the context of ritual. The ability to astrally project at will while within a wakeful state is not something I've tried to develop in myself as an adult.

During my adult life, those times I have projected, I did not feel my body was safe, so I returned to it and thus, I am the one willfully by choice blocking further projections. I highly value maintaining the sanctity of my body, modest vehicle that it is. If I am ever in an environment where I don't feel leaving my body is dangerous to it, I may remove that willful blockage.

My centers for projecting are located in my chest and gut. I've never projected through any area of my head or neck. My most powerful projection came as a child entirely through my gut and was initiated as an act of turning consciousness 'inside out' - this projection took me clear to the edges of the universe and beyond the boundaries of all time. This suggests to me that my own optimal center for astral projection is primarily through the sefirah Yesod, as it is known in Kabbalistic magic.

My own experience regarding the danger to my body may not be relevant to all people, and may be peculiar to me as an individual and the way my energetic being and subtle body is constructed. I feel the danger to my own body when I leave it (as an adult) is related to my Jewish heritage and to the fact that I am not able to follow all the dietary laws prescribed by my Jewish ancestral tradition at this point in my life. These dietary laws are likely not relevant or necessary to individuals without a Jewish ancestry or Jewish ancestors who walk the path with them in the Otherworlds.

One's ancestors may require certain things of individuals in spiritual work - fulfilling ancestral requirements for Otherworld pathworking is not limited to Jewish ancestors either. My Celtic ancestors require other things from me - my use of the Pentacle, Celtic knots and openly identifying myself as a Witch with unintimidated heartfelt pride as I live this magical life are among those requirements. I use a Celtic knot altar tile and a large 2" sterling silver Pentacle in ritual in honor of my Celtic ancestors. I am certainly out of the broom closet and open about my unique spiritual path as an eclectic Witch. The way a person lives her or his life - all of these things are important to any kind of spiritual work.

Safe astral projection is not only affected by the technical aspects of how to do it correctly. For this reason, I strongly advocate that those interested in developing a talent for astral projection, listen very acutely to the voices of your ancestors.

Related - Spiritual Personality and Astral Projection

Commanding 3x21" SALEM POWER PILLAR Black Soy Candle w/ Gold Seal Dragon's Blood for Power Casting, Samhain, Sacred Rites

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Rising like a Phoenix from the fire, standing an amazing 21 inches tall with a diameter of 3 inches, this majestically commanding, elegantly mysterious, hauntingly lovely, darkly artful ritual candle will raise and power up magical energy for your special Samhain celebration with awesomeness ...

Black altar candles represent the Deep Essence of the Sacred Feminine. Traditionally used by witches and pagans during Samhain and other Sabbat rites, black candles are also used to access hidden realms and knowledge, banish baneful forces, during Dark or New Moon Esbat rites, during waning moon rituals, for power casting and for spellwork involving protection, binding, bringing light from darkness, dreamwork, reversals and all kinds of Night magick. Soothing and quieting to the mind, black candles aid meditation as well.

This exquisite hand poured Black Velvet SALEM POWER PILLAR candle is also an excellent choice for Black Moon rites. Little known, in astronomy, the term Black Moon applies to four situations:

1. The second occurrence of a new moon in a calendar month (this past July 30, 2011).
2. The third new moon in a season that has four of them (next occurrence May 20, 2012).
3. The absence of a new moon in a calendar month (next occurrence February 2014).
4. The absence of a full moon in a calendar month (next occurrence February 2018).

Grandly beautiful, this SALEM POWER PILLAR is handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax, pure cotton wick, and generously scented with an original deeply rich blend of Gold Seal Dragon's Blood resin oil exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™. Ethereal and mysterious, the magical aroma of this magnificent candle will fill the air of your sacred space even as it stands unlit - the powerful fragrance and scent throw of this amazing candle is simply stunning!

A large interwoven Pentacle charm hangs on Black Velvet luxury ribbon.

Comes beautifully packaged.

אתהפכא חשוכא לנהורא

General New Business Advice for Start-Up Crafters

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Belz 3

Many people starting up or considering starting up their own Etsy shoppes often ask me what advice I can offer them. Here is some basic business advice I can give to those thinking about opening up an Etsy shoppe:

Off the top of my head, once you are sure you want to invest in setting up an online business, don't neglect the not-so-fun parts (accounting, etc) of the business or the work may pile up on you and be a pain to get done. Allot a portion of your time to business development, a portion to filling orders, and another portion to bookkeeping tasks.

Be sure to register your online business with your local and state governments. You usually register with the local government at the city court house closest to you - they will tell you what fees you need to pay (which is probably about $5-10 or so, although they may require you to publish a legal notice in the newspaper as part of the requirement to register which can run about $75) and if you need to fulfill any other requirement particular to your local government to register your business. This will keep your business legal with the local authorities in your area.

You also need to register with the State you live in. When you do this you will receive a business tax ID (costs nothing if I recall correctly, although this may vary from state to state) enabling you to pay quarterly State sales taxes on any sales you make to residents living in your home state.

You will have to file and pay quarterly state sales taxes, which usually aren't too much unless you make a large volume of sales to people in your own state. Set up your Etsy shoppe to automatically collect the sales tax amount you will need to pass on and pay to your home state. You only have to collect and pay state sales taxes on sales made to people who live in your state (or more specifically, on sales shipped to addresses located in your state) - in other words, you aren't required to collect state sales tax on sales you make to customers living in any other state but your home state.

You can currently set up a free secure bookkeeping account online at Outright (although there may a small monthly fee after the free trial). Set up a business Paypal account, and get a Paypal debit/credit card so that you can access the money in your Paypal account anywhere to make business related purchases. Link your Paypal account to your Outright bookkeeping account - this will help you at tax time.

Along with filing quarterly state sales taxes, you will have to file an extra form with the IRS when filing yearly income taxes even if you don't have any profits. If you set up your bookkeeping with Outright, it will automatically create the form you need to provide to the IRS or give to your income tax preparer in April.

As for your offerings, make stuff you love to make and what is meaningful to you. Be who you are and invest your heart into your offerings. Other shoppes may have more sales selling things that broadly appeal to the masses, but in the long run, being true to your own vision brings greater satisfaction even if sales are more modest. Develop your own style and run with it.

Last but not least, read the Etsy policies page to learn what you may and may not sell on Etsy and how items should be properly tagged. While many on Etsy do not adhere to those policies and continue to profit while flagrantly violating them in the face of all of us, you will rest well in the knowledge that your shoppe is run with integrity. You should also read the Etsy policy section which pertains to copyright law, as there do exist unscrupulous elements within the Etsy marketplace who may seek to use your limited knowledge of copyright law to intimidate you from selling your product on Etsy if you are perceived to be a business competitor and a threat to their profit margin. Don't allow yourself to be intimidated by these elements - educate yourself about copyright law and stand your ground.

Good luck and blessings to you,
Lori

Commandingly Magnificient Soy POWER PILLARS

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Belz 2

My extraordinarily magnificient 3" by 21" candle mold arrived today!!! Some really commandingly cool soy POWER PILLARS are on the way to WITCHCRAFTS Artisan Alchemy™ by Liorah Lleucu!

Religious Intelligence and Eclecticism

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Belz 2

F. Scott Fitzgerald, "The Crack-Up", Esquire Magazine (February 1936).:

The test of a first rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function.

Wiki on syncretism:

Syncretism is the combining of different beliefs, often while melding practices of various schools of thought. Religious syncretism exhibits blending of two or more religious belief systems into a new system, or the incorporation into a religious tradition of beliefs from unrelated traditions. Many religions have syncretic elements to their beliefs or history, but some adherents of so-labeled systems often frown on applying the label, especially if that system exhibits an exclusivist approach. Such adherents sometimes see syncretism as a betrayal of their pure truth. By this reasoning, adding an incompatible belief corrupts the original religion, rendering it no longer true.

But, when one understands that "the test of a first rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function" as noted in the Fitzgerald quote above, we see that in reality, religious syncretism is a natural result of an evolving, intelligent mind expanding in its awareness to the unity of all things and actively incorporating this broadened vision into a working religious reality.

Eclectic witches are practicing syncretism and first rate intelligence in the practice of combining the seemingly disparate traditions which are nevetheless relevant to us spiritually.

Even the Abrahamic religions exhibit historical syncretic elements though many adherents may deny it. For example, the Genesis story of the Great Deluge was taken from the Gilgamesh Epic of the ancient Sumerians and incorporated into the sacred text and teachings of the ancient Hebrews.

The Magical Art of Spiritual Maturity

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Masters of Kabbalah, the magical tradition of the ancient Hebrews and of Jewish mystics today, teach that the broken imbalance of the world is a result of shattered emotional consciousness and overwhelming feelings of self-importance and self-centeredness (generated in natural consequence to living in a state of spiritual immaturity). In contradistinction to spiritual immaturity, Masters of Kabbalah also teach that "spiritual maturity is the pliancy of one’s emotions, a state that can only be achieved by subduing one’s ego and feelings of self-importance."

Kabbalah further teaches that one of the primary practical methods for subduing the ego, transmuting feelings of self-importance, evolving spiritually, and advancing in the magical arts is to give charity. Charity "can come in many forms: giving money is one form, as are giving time, energy and most importantly in our generation, giving over teachings of the inner dimension" [of esoteric knowledge].

Reference: R. Ginsburgh, The Inner Dimension

EXOTICA Artisan Alchemy Witch Oil for Seduction, Sensuality, Sexual Power, Joy, Artistry, Occult Mastery, Dark Arts

כ״ב באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 24

A dark musky blend touched with spicy florals, use EXOTICA Artisan Alchemy™ Witch Oil for seduction, sensuality, sexual power, joy, artistry, occult mastery and dark arts magic.

Old Ways witch-crafted with certified organic botanicals, select secret oils, and focused magical intent, lovely EXOTICA is a powerfully potent blend of Black Mallow petals, Foxglove flower, blue Cornflowers, fiery red Wild Dagga flowers, bright yellow Helichrysum flowers, Red Poppy, Red Clover petals and a large Moonstone gemstone. The 1/2 ounce bottle is adorned with 4 handmade ribbons: Vanilla Cream chiffon, Dark Mists silk sari, Midnight Magic silk sari and handpainted Firebird fabric ribbon.

Comes beautifully packaged.

Dreamers

כ״א באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 23

Me too.

Samhain Evolution of Consciousness

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Lughnasadh 22

Very interesting educational video on evolutionary consciousness ... explains the Mayan calendar and suggests that we may enter a radically new reality by October 28, 2011 as opposed to December 2012. Indeed, where may we be as conscious beings this Samhain, the ancient Celtic New Year?

Artisan Gourmet SACRED SAMHAIN DIVINATION Sabbat Ritual Witches Tea, Certified Organic, Earth Kosher

כ׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 22

When taste matters, an artisan gourmet tea for the discriminating witch ...

A WITCHCRAFTS™ exclusive - SACRED SAMHAIN DIVINATION Sabbat Ritual Witches Tea, a proprietary artisan gourmet ritual tea blend of select certified organic secret ingredients which include among them Ancient Forest black tea, Mullein flowers, Yarrow, European Vervain (Verbana Officinalis), Mugwort, Orange Peel, Cloves, Pumpkin and a wonderful mouth watering array of other Samhain herbs and spices to power up psychic powers and visionary insight.

Certified organic and fair trade Ancient Forest black tea is an exquisite premium tea worthy of our esteem and veneration because it comes to us exclusively from stands of protected ancient growth tea plants in the Yunnan province of China, all of which range in age from 500 to 2,700 years old. The most alluring aspect of this tea is the deeply penetrating flavor and aroma that it imparts, which is unlike any other black or green tea on the market. Bold, dark and inviting; this certified organic and fair trade tea forms the base ingredient of SACRED SAMHAIN DIVINATION Sabbat Ritual Witch Tea.

Use this amazing tea to conjure up extraordinary visions and spirit allies during Samhain rituals, seance sessions or any other kind of divination rite.

SACRED SAMHAIN DIVINATION Ritual Tea is an original unique proprietary recipe of WITCHCRAFTS™ by Liorah Lleucu.

Comes in a 3x5 cotton muslin herb pouch, contains 1 ounce of tea. Use about 1-2 tsp per cup of tea.

All ingredients of SACRED SAMHAIN DIVINATION Sabbat Ritual Witches Tea are certified organic.

**SAFETY WARNING - pregnant and nursing women should avoid using this tea.**

ALLERGY REMEDY Artisan Apothecary Herbal Tea, Certified Organic

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Lughnasadh 22

Having experienced the artistry and quality of my skills as a chandler and magical crafter, I offer WITCHCRAFTS™ to my customers as the place to come for your herbal remedy needs. Founded in the natural beauty of Traditional Herbalism, the herbal remedies you will discover at WITCHCRAFTS™ are also each carefully reviewed for a sound foundation in biological and medical science as well. Not only am I a skilled witch, I am also a Registered Professional Nurse with over 20 years of experience, a biochemist with a advanced curricula degree from the University of Illinois, and an experienced award-winning pharmaceutical research biochemist. The herbal remedies you will find at WITCHCRAFTS™ by Liorah Lleucu will be well founded in both folk tradition and medical science.

This Artisan Apothecary™ ALLERGY REMEDY Tea is a unique blend of WITCHCRAFTS™ and contains black ancient forest Tea, Stinging Nettle, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Licorice Root, Astragalus, Feverfew, Sweet Cinnamon, Peppermint and Rosemary.

Use this tea to help prevent allergy exacerbation or to alleviate symptoms of hayfever and seasonal allergies in progress.

Black ancient forest tea contains caffeine to constrict blood vessels and speed up the effects of the other herbs to lessen sinus pain. Black tea also contains quercetin (a type of antioxidant called a flavonoid) which opens up constricted bronchial and nasal passages.

Stinging Nettle contributes antihistamine activity and is the most popular natural herb used by those seeking sinusitis allergy and hayfever relief. Some people even find that it works better than conventional medications. Stinging nettle contains quercetin which opens up constricted bronchial and nasal passages.

Alfalfa reduces allergy symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing and itching.

Red Clover has anti-spasmodic properties and is a traditional home remedy for allergy asthma.

Licorice Root has anti-inflammatory properties similar to cortisone medications. The Licorice Root used in this preparation is NOT deglycyrrhizinated licorice (known as DGL licorice) - DGL licorice is not effective as an anti-allergy supplement.

Astragalus has been used in Chinese medicine since ancient times to treat respiratory allergies and infections. Astragalus stimulates the immune system to produce T Cells and increases the body's ability to remove toxins.

Feverfew (best known for preventing migraines) also has anti-inflammatory properties to ease allergies.

Sweet Cinnamon contains phytochemical compounds to ease allergy symptoms and fight progression of inflammation into bacterial infection.

Peppermint eases breathing.

Rosemary has analgesic, antihistamine and anti-inflammatory properties to reduce respiratory irritation, allergic inflammation and airway constriction.

Comes in a 3x5 cotton muslin herb pouch, contains 1 ounce of tea. Use about 2 tsp per cup of tea.

**SAFETY WARNING - This blend contains Feverfew which stimulates uterine contractions and is unsafe for use by pregnant women.**

HEADACHE and MIGRAINE REMEDY Artisan Apothecary Herbal Tea with Feverfew and White Willow, Certified Organic

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Lughnasadh 22

Having experienced the artistry and quality of my skills as a chandler and magical crafter, I offer WITCHCRAFTS™ to my customers as the place to come for your herbal remedy needs. Founded in the natural beauty of Traditional Herbalism, the herbal remedies you will discover at WITCHCRAFTS™ are also each carefully reviewed for a sound foundation in biological and medical science as well. Not only am I a skilled witch, I am also a Registered Professional Nurse with over 20 years of experience, a biochemist with a advanced curricula degree from the University of Illinois, and an experienced award-winning pharmaceutical research biochemist. The herbal remedies you will find at WITCHCRAFTS™ by Liorah Lleucu will be well founded in both folk tradition and medical science.

This Artisan Apothecary™ HEADACHE and MIGRAINE Remedy is a unique blend of WITCHCRAFTS™ and contains black ancient forest Tea, Rosemary, Ginger root, Peppermint, Angelica root, Scullcap, Passion Flower, Feverfew and White Willow.

Use this tea to help prevent migraines or to alleviate symptoms of a migraine in progress such as pain, nausea and chills. This remedy also has a sedative effect to oppose the caffeine to help you relax or sleep until the migraine passes.

Black ancient forest tea contains caffeine to constrict blood vessels and speed up the effects of the other herbs to lessen head pain.

Rosemary stimulates the circulatory system to improve the flow of blood and deliver more oxygen to the brain.

Ginger root reduces nerve tissue inflammation and relieves nausea and pain.

Peppermint also aids to reduce inflammation and promote blood flow to relieve headache pain.

Angelica aids to eliminate pain in the forehead and sinus areas.

Scullcap relaxes the nervous system, and with calming Passion Flower, both Scullcap and passion Flower have sedative effects to promote relaxation, relieve nerve pain, reduce muscle aches and spasms, and to help you sleep.

Feverfew and White Willow (Salix alba) - clinical studies have shown that when taken together, these two herbal components reduce the frequency of migraine attacks and that the pain intensity and duration of migraines were significantly reduced in patients taking the combination.

Comes in a 3x5 cotton muslin herb pouch, contains 1 ounce of tea. Use about 2 tsp per cup of tea.

**SAFETY WARNING - This tea does contain caffeine which may atypically trigger migraines in some people. This blend contains Feverfew which stimulates uterine contractions and is unsafe for use by pregnant women.**

Nightside Witchcraft at its Finest - Incantations by La Sorciere Noire

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Lughnasadh 19

Check out the newest addition to my collection of witch music - Incantations by La Sorciere Noire

"By the Sacred Covenant and Circle of Wytchblood, a dream-begotten musical grimoire is forged. From stellar temple to infernal abyss, La Sorciere Lylyth conjures the Nocturnal Splendor of the Ancient Night."

"Drawing from magickal forms of the Nightside Tradition, La Sorciere Noire’s invocations and blackly-tinged atmospherics are a ritual praxis that tap into otherworldly presences and places of mystery, opening the gateway between the worlds where secrets emerge from concealment."

Grade AAA Natural Raw PERIDOT from Pakistan for Faery and Goddess Magic, Clarity, Wisdom, Enlightenment - 50 carats

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Lughnasadh 19

Rich translucent and opaque mint green color tones grace these natural earth mined Grade AAA PERIDOT specimens from Pakistan. PERIDOT is also known as the Evening Emerald due to its penchant for turning deeper green at night.

One of the gemstones in the ancient breastplate of the High Priest in service to the Hebrew God of Israel, PERIDOT is also a stone favored in nature-based religions of Goddess. The Fae and nature spirits of all kinds are enamored by lovely green PERIDOT, and are especially fond of PERIDOT in its natural raw form. Holy in ancient Egypt as well, the chalices from which Egyptian High Priests drank their sacred Soma were made from large specimens of PERIDOT. PERIDOT cleanses emotional negativity, augments clear thinking and supports clarity of perception.

This listing is for **50 carats** of high quality grade AAA natural Peridot. The specimen(s) you will receive will be of those shown in the photo. Stones vary in size - the number of stones you get will depend on the size and weight of the stones. If you prefer one large stone over a greater number of smaller stones, write a note to seller at checkout and I will accommodate your request if I am able.

Comes beautifully packaged in a jewelry pouch.

HUGE Rare Fire Eye Faceted Polished Natural PYROPE GARNET for Protection, Healing, Business Success, Faery Work, Power, 225-345 carats

י״ז באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 19

Deep. Potent. Powerful.

The birthstone of this witch, the Garnets can be divided into 2 subgroups based upon their composition. Group 1 garnets contain aluminum as their second element. Group 1 garnets include Pyrope, Almandine, and Spessartine. Group 2 garnets contain calcium as their first element. Group 2 garnets include Uvarovite, Grossular, and Andradite.

PYROPE GARNET is rarer than most garnets, including the more common Almandine. PYROPE GARNET typically contains fewer flaws and inclusions than Almandine garnet. The only garnet to always display red colorations in natural samples, PYROPE means Fire Eye. Other names for PYROPE GARNET are bohemian garnet, cape ruby and Rocky Mountain ruby.

Magically, Garnets may be used for protection, healing and to increase productivity, focus mental activity, attract business success, open up the higher mind, access information from past lives, increase strength and stamina, empower the life force, augment physical vitality, and anchor the subtle body into physical incarnation. Garnets may also be used for fairy magic and protection.

These high quality beautifully polished faceted natural PYROPE GARNET gemstone specimens are from India and measure approximately 1.25" - 1.75" in diameter. Stones range from 225 carats to 345 carats in weight. The garnet you will receive will be **ONE** of those shown in the photo.

**This listing is for **ONE** [1] PYROPE GARNET gemstone specimen.

Comes beautifully packaged in a jewelry pouch.

Soy Blessed by Wildflower Fairies

ט״ו באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 17

Our pro-Paraffin Etsy chandler has decided to return to splash more sand in the sandbox after all, posting an article on genetically modified soybeans engineered to resist herbicides and pesticides (such as Roundup). Beyond the fact that the soy wax used in candles at WITCHCRAFTS Artisan Alchemy™ is certified organic and not grown with the use of herbicides and pesticides (such that using a genetically modified soybean would be required to resist "Roundup" chemicals), the argument in her article indicates that the only side effect of using such a soybean is that the weeds (like wildflowers) in the area themselves evolve and become more resistant to herbicides and pesticides.

In other words, genetically modified soybeans cause wildflowers to evolve. The wildflower fairies are blessing the use genetically modified soybeans as I write!

Genetic Selection of Species for Survival

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Lughnasadh 17

According to our pro-paraffin Etsy chandler, we shouldn't use soy wax because soybean seeds may be genetically modified to resist herbicides and pesticides - following this line of thinking, diabetics shouldn't use humulin insulin to control their diabetes either as it is a genetically modified human insulin medicine demonstrated by research to be much safer to use than natural insulins derived from pigs.

I am a biochemist and have personally worked, not only in a pharmaceutical research laboratory (for the Pharmacia-Upjohn Company in Kalamazoo Michigan and in research laboratories at the University of Illinois), but with microbiological genetic reconstructions and genetic engineering. Not all genetic engineering is bad, wildflowers are weeds, and the evolutionary natural selection of homo sapiens over the neanderthals is nothing more than nature's use of genetic engineering to select species for survival able to resist adverse natural conditions. All of nature is on a path of evolutionary growth - certainly, the evolution of one species leads to the evolution of other species, be they animals or plants.

Nevertheless, growers of certified organic soybeans (from which the soy wax used at Witchcrafts is made) don't need to use a genetically engineered soybean resistant to herbicides and pesticides as these soybeans aren't grown using herbicides and pesticides!

Artisan Crafted, Unusually Beautiful Soy Candles

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Lughnasadh 13

Handcrafted in the tradition of the Old Ways, profoundly lovely, uniquely beautiful, earth and health conscious, original recipe, hand poured ritual candles at WITCHCRAFTS Artisan Alchemy™ are witch-crafted individually with 100% eco-friendly premium certified kosher soy wax (not paraffin or a paraffin blend like you'll find at many other shoppes) and pure cotton wick. Not only are the candles offered at WITCHCRAFTS™ made of environmentally friendly soy, but they are exquisitely beautiful as well!

It's not so hard to find lovely paraffin or paraffin-blend candles, but crafting a beautiful soy candle requires a bit more artistic skill on the part of the chandler.

THE TORCH, the ATHAME of Candles, Commanding 15" Tapered Black Soy Pillar w/ Dragon's Blood & Pentacled Athame for Samhain, Grand Magic

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Lughnasadh 13

Mysteries of THE TORCH -

"Only the Torch is found by itself ..." [Klach Pischey Chochmah 55 (138 Openings of Wisdom)]

*****

My original poem, THE TORCH, written over a decade ago, some time following my Dark Night initiation into the Mysteries:



when facts tell lies and confusion reigns
when knowledge and ignorance with futility dance
when hope is dying and faith is failing
truth remains

when pain is endless and pleasure empty
when will lies heavy like stone and clarity is obscured
when wisdom reeks and reason flees
truth remains

when the heart staggers broken
with shattered strength and love drowns lost in the abyss
truth remains

when darkness reverberates blindly
and eternity is filled with hell
truth remains

when life is crushing and all is torn, when hiding cannot conceal
and wretching waters burn the naked dust
truth remains

when the pause is pregnant like a rock of hate against us
truth remains

[Original poem © 1996 Lori Lappin - all rights reserved.]

*****

SHE walks in beauty, like the night
Of cloudless climes and starry skies,
And all that's best of dark and bright
Meets in her aspect and her eyes;
Thus mellow'd to that tender light
Which Heaven to gaudy day denies.
[Lord Byron, She Walks in Beauty Like the Night]

*****

A Wyrd-Worker is one who has entered into her inmost darkness and emerged from it Whole, changed forever, a Witch, and able to experience herself anew.

THE TORCH is an awesome handcrafted tapered black pillar candle to light up the Dark Night with Truth and Beauty. Made with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick, hand poured and witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, generously scented with an original deeply rich blend of Gold Seal Dragon's Blood resin oil exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™, THE TORCH is adorned with a silver pewter Pentacled Athame charm hung on black tulle.

Measures 1.25" x 2.5" x 15" - a monumental candle for a monumental declaration of mystical magic.

Comes beautifully packaged.

Extraordinary 3" X 21" Black Soy Pillar Candle Scented with Original Blend Gold Seal Dragon's Blood Coming to WITCHCRAFTS for Samhain

י״א באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 13

I haven't listed it at the shoppe yet, but I will be offering a 3" X 21" black soy pillar candle scented with my exclusive original blend Gold Seal Dragon's Blood resin oil in time for Samhain. The magnificent pillar can be adorned with either a large pentacle or with a pentacled athame charm - your choice. The price hasn't been set yet. It takes quite a bit of skill to make a quality 21" pillar - but it promises to be an extraordinary candle!

BLESSED BE Witch's Blessing Artisan Alchemy Ritual Oil for Home Blessing, Joy, Happiness, Laughter, Well-Being, Peace, Harmony

ט׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 11

BLESSED BE, in perfect love and perfect trust.

Bless your home, family, friends and surroundings. Bring joy, happiness, laughter, well-being, peace and harmony into your life situation with this Old Ways witch-crafted BLESSED BE Witch's Blessing Artisan Alchemy™ ritual perfume oil. Tenderly and lovingly made with premium certified organic ingredients, BLESSED BE is generously scented with mystical Frankincense and Myrrh. Gemstone charged with spiritual Amethyst, this lovely perfume potion conjures manifest blessing through Gum Mastic, Larkspur flowers, Meadowsweet flowers, White Copal, Rose and traditional Celtic Woad. Luxury Woad Blue Midori ribbon and white Tulle add their magic to enchanting BLESSED BE.

3mls dancing and laughing with the Light, flowing with bestowing of blessing

BLESSED BE is also available as a set of pillar votives, as a 2x3" (see separate listing), 2x4", 2.5x6", 3x4", 3x6" and 3x9" pillar (convo me for custom listing) in the Candle Magic section of this shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

SWEET HARVEST ACORNS Artisan Alchemy Soy Tarts w/ Oak, Apple and Spices for Mabon, Autumn Sabbats, Thanksgiving

ט׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 11

As the cycle of the year turns deeply into Autumn and many of the Earth's creatures begin to migrate, with the season's harvest underway, time for the descent of Goddess into the Underworld comes. The Second Harvest Festival and Sabbat of Mabon (Gŵyl Ganol yr Hydref in Welsh witchcraft, Alban Elfed in Druidic tradition) celebrates this sacred time and provides us with a focused opportunity to give thanks for our blessed abundance, to share our Wisdom, and to secure Divine blessings to sustain us through the winter months.

Celebrate Mabon, find pleasure in the wonderful smells of the season, and experience the warm magical delight of bountiful Harvest Blessings with wonderfully aromatic SWEET HARVEST ACORNS.

Exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™, the exotic original aromatic blend heavily scenting these lovely tarts of Oak, Apple, Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon, Allspice and a veritable secret symphony of harvest spices and oils calls up happy days of overflowing abundance, Divine blessing and the warm companionship of special friends.

Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, Artisan Alchemy™ SWEET HARVEST ACORNS are just darling. Each acorn among the set of eight is unique from the others and artfully hand finished with spices. Acorns each measure approximately 1" tall.

This listing is for a set of 8 acorn tarts.

Matching OAK APPLE SPICE candles are also available as a set of pillar votives (see separate listing), a 2x3" pillar (see separate listing), and as a 2x4", 2.5x6", 3x4", 3x6" and 3x9" pillar (convo me for custom listing). Matching ritual oil is available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of this shoppe

Comes beautifully packaged.

HOLY SABBATH 10" Certified Kosher Soy Tapers, Unscented Pair w/ Star of David on Luxury Midori Ribbon for Shabbat Candelighting, Blessing

ט׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 11

With these candles
We ask of Goddess
The Goddess of our Mothers
of the Earth and of all Living Beings
To grant us good life and health
To all my dear ones
And to the whole world

With these candles
We ask of God
The God of our Fathers
whose Strength and Skill gird us
To grant us good life and health
To all my dear ones
And to the whole world

So mote it be, Amen.

[my rendition of the traditional Sephardic blessing recited before Shabbat ritual candlelighting]

Celebrate an extra special Holy Sabbath Day and give a gift of shalom with these lovely unscented 10" HOLY SABBATH white tapers handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick. Adorned with a silver pewter Star of David charm hung on luxury soft blue Midori organdy ribbon, these tapers measure approximately 1" diameter at the base.

Use these candles to bring blessing to those you love, into your own life, for peace, harmony, healing, goodwill and bounty.

Comes beautifully packaged.

STAG Artisan Alchemy Power Potion w/ Six Grael Herbs of Spellcasting - Squill, Oak, Ash, Thorn, Rowan and Ginger - for Extraordinary Magic

ט׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 11

In Celtic mystical tradition, the STAG represents Deity and Mastery of occult skill. Powerful, a master of extraordinary magic, STAG is King of the Forest, independent, proud and pure. STAG is a protector of earth's creatures, a Guardian of Knowledge, and a skillful guide to chosen human beings. STAG is virile, fertile, graceful and Lord of the Law and Wild Things. Associated with the Celtic god Cernunnos, STAG corresponds to the Sun and to masterful ability in the warrior arts.

Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, witch-crafted with focus magical intent, STAG Artisan Alchemy™ Power Potion is charged with six Grael herbs of spellcasting including Squill, Oak bark, Ash bark, Thorn leaves and flowers, Rowan bark and Ginger root. Gemstone charged with a Baltic Amber nugget, the 3ml corked spell bottle is adorned with a silver pewter STAG charm hung on handmade Woodland silk sari ribbon. A deeply masculine original scent infuses STAG with an awesomely virile male energy.

Matching soy votives and pillar candle will soon be available in the Candle Magic section of the shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

MOON GODDESS CLADDAGH Handfasting Unity Soy Pillar & Tapers Set w/ Traditional Celtic Handfasting Herbs and Handpainted Hanah Silk Ribbon

ט׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 11

Exquisitely lovely, full of sweet blessings.

This Celtic MOON GODDESS CLADDAGH Artisan Alchemy™ handfasting soy Unity pillar and tapers candle set is tenderly hand poured and handcrafted - both the pillar and tapers, with a bounty of traditional Celtic and Druidic handfasting herbs including Apple, Mistletoe, Scullcap, Meadowsweet, Red Rose petals, Marjoram, Rosemary, Elder Flower, Yarrow, Ginger, Caraway, Sandalwood and Vanilla. A Rose Quartz crystal nugget charges the pillar candle with more sweet love. Gently sprinkled with pure iridescent Full Moon fairy shimmer and handfasting herbs, the MOON GODDESS CLADDAGH pillar is adorned with a silver Celtic Claddagh charm hung on exquisitely handpainted luxury bias cut Hanah Silk ribbon (with lovely shadows of greys moving in and out over the ribbon like clouds over a full moon). Scented with Sandalwood and Vanilla.

Apple symbolizes love, healing and immortality.

Caraway epitomizes faithfulness.

Elder Flowers bring blessings to the handfasting couple.

Ginger strengthens and enhances the handfasting love spell and blessings for wellbeing.

Marjoram endows the lovers with deep happiness and joy.

Mistletoe provides a liminal gateway to aid in connection of 'one to the other' in the marriage rite and throughout the marriage.

Red rose petals ignite passion.

Rosemary consecrates the handfasted bond and the couple to one another.

Scullcap strengthens vows.

Yarrow protects the marriage bed and the energy raised through sex magic.

Pillar measures 3" x 9". Tapers each measure 10" long x 1" diameter at the base.

The pillar candle is also available in 2x3" (see separate lisitng), 2x4", 2.5x6", 3x4", 3x6" sizes (convo me for custom listing).

Comes beautifully packaged.

ORACLE Deep Honey Amber Artisan Alchemy Ritual Perfume Oil w/ Real Honey and Amber for Divination, Oracular Work, Psychic Visions, Dreamwork

ט׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 11

Clear and protect psychic centers, call up joy, receive prophecy, use in rituals to consecrate divination tools, or engage in divinatory work with this exquisitely aromatic ORACLE Deep Honey Amber Artisan Alchemy™ ritual perfume oil. Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, witch-crafted with focused magical intent, ORACLE is made with real Honey, Dark Amber incense resin and true petrified Amber resin. Charged with a Baltic Amber gemstone nugget and a fossilized Amber resin chunk, each 3ml corked glass spell bottle is sealed with golden wax and adorned with handmade Amber Mists silk sari ribbon.

Matching soy votives and pillar candle are available in the Candle Magic section of the shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

RHOS DU Black Roses Soy Floating Votive Candles with Gold Seal Dragon's Blood, Set of Six

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

It's a song about a dream, when I'm lying in my bed,
black ribbons of desire touching my heart, keeping me whole,
born again from the rhythm ever screaming down from heaven,
ageless, ageless, memories of fire, the rhythms fall gently and flow
black beauty, black beauty, I love you so.
[my reworking of Jeff Buckley's "Mojo Pin"]

Dance with Black Beauty, bewitch your lover and conjure extraordinary magic under the soft light of these exquisite RHOS DU Black Roses floating votive soy candles. Handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick, these black beauties are generously scented with an original deeply rich blend of Gold Seal Dragon's Blood resin oil exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™ and dusted with Midnight Magic fairy shimmer.

Each floater votive measures approximately 1.5" X 1". This listing is for a set of six candles.

Comes beautifully packaged.

MUSE Artisan Alchemy Ritual Perfume Oil w/ Amethyst and Six Greal Herbs of Spellcasting for Transformative Artistry, Friendship, Prosperity

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

O Muses, O high genius, my aid now,
O memory that engraves the things I see,
Here shall your worth be manifest to all!
[paraphrasing Dante Alighieri, in Canto II of The Inferno]

Excellence in the Arts - be they poetic, musical, scientific or any other form of creative endeavor ... this is the gift of the triform MUSE (Song/Message, Practice/Action and Memory/Impact) who bestows this gift to those worthy through the practice of True Speech, for the Muses themselves are the unified True Speaker who speaks and communicates through the artist. The ancient law-giver and political reformer Solon taught that the mysteries of the MUSE are the key to a good life, true friendship and honorable prosperity.

For those who dare to invoke the power of the MUSE, the potential for artistic transformation beckons and calls with the promise of deep impact through the power of one, for the power to change the world needs only to find its way into the world through one person, just one. An Artist changes the world, whether that change is seen/overt or unseen/covert.

Answer the call to Artistry using this exquisite MUSE Artisan Alchemy™ ritual perfume oil. Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, witch-crafted with focused magical intent, and charged with six Grael herbs of spellcasting (Heather, Wormwood, Aloeswood, Dandelion, Angelica and Scotch Broom), MUSE is an elegant testimony to the alchemical power of the MUSE. Boldly scented with an enchantingly provocative original blend of Orchid, Daffodil, Jasmine, Musk and more, MUSE is additionally magically charged with an Amethyst gemstone and Faery Wings. The 0.5 ounce glass bottle is adorned with a silver pewter star charm hung on three luxurious handmade ribbons: Vintage Cream Chiffon, Green Faery Silk Sari and Magnolia Petals Silk Sari.

This oil will also soon be available with a choice of charms - harp, writing scroll, music note, joyful or tragic theater mask, fairy mask, etc.

Matching soy votive and pillar candles will be available in the Candle Magic section of this shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

FULL MOON ESBAT Artisan Alchemy Soy Votives w/ Real Sterling Silver for Goddess & Light Work, Anointing, Pulling Intentions Into Reality

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

The FULL MOON is a time of expressive Feminine Power throughout creation and all manifest reality, whether physical or subtle. A time for anointing and consecrating, the Full Moon is also a time for celebrating feminine spirituality and for drawing into reality the intentions given the breath of Life under the power of the Dark Moon. As the Dark Moon Goddess says, "let there be Life," the Bright Moon Goddess says, "and there is Life."

For those who operate or desire to operate with the FULL MOON power of Second Sight Clarity, the potential for self actualization beckons and calls with the promise of radical Awareness. Answer the call of the Full Moon using these exquisite FULL MOON ESBAT Artisan Alchemy™ ritual altar spell soy pillar votive candles. Handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick, hand poured and witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, and charged with a triplet of herbs sacred to the Moon Goddess (Myrrh, Sandalwood and Jasmine), FULL MOON ESBAT votives are an elegant testimony to the manifesting power of Light. Boldly scented with the powerfully deep mystical aroma of Myrrh, Sandalwood and Jasmine, each uniquely Artisan crafted FULL MOON ESBAT votive is dusted with ultra fine genuine real STERLING SILVER Moon Goddess fairy shimmer (made with Sterling Silver) and gemstone charged with White Moonstone.

FULL MOON ESBAT votives may also be used for acquisition of practical knowledge, skill and wisdom, and for increasing stored magical energy, empowering spells, dreamwork, communion with manifest companions, and implementation of work toward set goals.

This listing is for a set of 3 straight pillar soy votives.

Each votive measures 2" tall.

Matching soy pillar candle is also available (see separate listing). Matching ritual oil available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of the shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

DARK MOON ESBAT Artisan Alchemy Soy Votives w/ Real Sterling Silver for Dark Goddess & Shadow Work, Occult Wisdom, New Beginnings

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

Prior to entering into the world of Illumination, we must first enter into our Darkness, and from within, transmute this Darkness into something beautiful. The alchemy of transmutation is not for the weak willed - for the process of transmutation and transformation is fraught with danger, demons, mind altering encounters and life altering challenges. Deliberate self-willed initiation (as opposed to the Call being cast upon an individual spontaneously) into this type of Shadow Work is typically performed under the Black Light of the Dark Moon, within the sacred circle cast during a Dark Moon Esbat ritual ceremony.

For those who dare to enter into their Darkness, the potential for self transformation beckons and calls with the promise of radical amazement. Answer the call of the Dark Moon using these exquisite DARK MOON ESBAT Artisan Alchemy™ ritual altar spell soy pillar votive candles. Handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick, hand poured and witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, and charged with a triplet of herbs sacred to the Moon Goddess (Myrrh, Sandalwood and Jasmine), DARK MOON ESBAT votives are an elegant testimony to the alchemical power of Darkness. Boldly scented with the powerfully deep mystical aroma of Myrrh, Sandalwood and Jasmine, each uniquely Artisan crafted DARK MOON ESBAT votive is dusted with ultra fine genuine real STERLING SILVER Moon Goddess fairy shimmer (made with Sterling Silver) and gemstone charged with Black Moonstone.

DARK MOON ESBAT votives may also be used for acquisition of occult knowledge, skill and wisdom, and for banishings, new beginnings, crone magic, increasing intuitive or psychic power, communion with Otherworldly Beings, and magical meditation.

This listing is for a set of 3 straight pillar soy votives.

Each votive measures 2" tall.

Matching soy pillar candle is also available (see separate listing). Matching ritual oil available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of the shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

BLACK SWAN Artisan Alchemy Ritual Perfume Oil w/ Black Moonstone and Six Greal Herbs of Spellcasting for Radical Transformation, Creativity

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

"The truth is when I look at you all I see is the white swan. Yes you're beautiful, fearful, and fragile. Ideal casting. But the black swan? It's a hard fucking job to dance both." [Thomas Leroy in The Black Swan]

Prior to entering into the world of Illumination, we must first enter into our Darkness, and from within, transmute this Darkness into something beautiful. The alchemy of transmutation is not for the weak willed - for the process of transmutation and transformation is fraught with danger, demons, mind altering encounters and life altering challenges.

For those who dare to enter into their Darkness, the potential for self transformation beckons and calls with the promise of radical amazement. Answer the call using this exquisite BLACK SWAN Artisan Alchemy™ ritual perfume oil. Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, and charged with six Black Grael herbs of spellcasting (Black Mayan Copal. Black Styrax, Blackthorn, Black Mallow Petals, Blackberries, Black Lava Salt), BLACK SWAN is an elegant testimony to the alchemical power of Darkness. Boldly scented with the powerfully sensuous aroma of luxurious Chanel No. 5 perfume, BLACK SWAN is magically charged with Black Moonstone, a garnet red crystal bead, and a black feather. The 0.5 ounce glass bottle is adorned with an antiqued bronze swan charm hung on lovely black/white/metallic silver Damask, handmade Midnight Dancer silk sari, and handmade Dark Mists silk sari ribbons.

Matching soy votive and pillar candles are also available (see separate listing).

Comes beautifully packaged.

BLACK SWAN Artisan Alchemy Soy Votives for Dark Goddess Work, Sexual Emergence, Creativity, Artistic Inspiration, Radical Transformation

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

"The truth is when I look at you all I see is the white swan. Yes you're beautiful, fearful, and fragile. Ideal casting. But the black swan? It's a hard fucking job to dance both." [Thomas Leroy in The Black Swan]

Prior to entering into the world of Illumination, we must first enter into our Darkness, and from within, transmute this Darkness into something beautiful. The alchemy of transmutation is not for the weak willed - for the process of transmutation and transformation is fraught with danger, demons, mind altering encounters and life altering challenges.

For those who dare to enter into their Darkness, the potential for self transformation beckons and calls with the promise of radical amazement. Answer the call using these exquisite BLACK SWAN Artisan Alchemy™ ritual altar spell soy pillar votive candles. Handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick, hand poured and witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, and charged with six Black Grael herbs of spellcasting (Black Mayan Copal. Black Styrax, Blackthorn, Black Mallow Petals, Blackberries, Black Lava Salt), BLACK SWAN is an elegant testimony to the alchemical power of Darkness. Boldly scented with the powerfully sensuous aroma of luxurious Chanel No. 5 perfume, each uniquely Artisan handpainted BLACK SWAN votive is dusted with ultra fine Hematite Pool shimmer, Red Fire faery dust, and Blue Fire pebbles.

This listing is for a set of 3 straight pillar soy votives.

Each votive measures 2" tall.

Matching soy pillar candle is also available (see separate listing). Matching ritual oil available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of the shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

BLACK SWAN Artisan Alchemy Soy Candle for Dark Goddess Work, Sexual Emergence, Creativity, Artistic Inspiration, Radical Transformation

ז׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 9

"The truth is when I look at you all I see is the white swan. Yes you're beautiful, fearful, and fragile. Ideal casting. But the black swan? It's a hard fucking job to dance both." [Thomas Leroy in The Black Swan]

Prior to entering into the world of Illumination, we must first enter into our Darkness, and from within, transmute this Darkness into something beautiful. The alchemy of transmutation is not for the weak willed - for the process of transmutation and transformation is fraught with danger, demons, mind altering encounters and life altering challenges.

For those who dare to enter into their Darkness, the potential for self transformation beckons and calls with the promise of radical amazement. Answer the call using this exquisite BLACK SWAN Artisan Alchemy™ ritual altar spell soy pillar candle. Handcrafted with premium certified kosher soy wax and pure cotton wick, hand poured and witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, BLACK SWAN is an elegant testimony to the alchemical power of Darkness. Boldly scented with the powerfully sensuous aroma of luxurious Chanel No. 5 perfume, BLACK SWAN is dusted with ultra fine Midnight Dancer faery shimmer and adorned with black feathers, black and red crystal beads, blue/silver glitter and lovely black/white/metallic silver damask ribbon. My amateur photos really fail to capture the captivating beauty of this candle.

Measures 2.5 x 6 inches.

Matching soy votives are also available (see separate listing). Matching ritual oil available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of the shoppe.

Comes beautifully packaged.

Balanced Wisdom

ד׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 6

Balanced Wisdom - GOLDEN RULE (practice restraint) - Don't do to others as you would have them not do to you. SILVER RULE (practice lovingkindness) - Do to others as you would have them do to you.

MULLEIN LEAF EXTRACT Artisan Apothecary Brew, Certified Organic for Respiratory and Lung Health

ד׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 6

New to my Artisan Apothecary™ line of herbal remedies - MULLEIN LEAF EXTRACT

Traditionally used to support respiratory and lung health, MULLEIN LEAF EXTRACT under management with a physician may be used to aid in the treatment of chronic bronchitis, asthma, colds, congestion, coughs, emphysema, flu, hay fever, laryngitis and pharyngitis. MULLEIN cleanses the lungs and lymphatics, liquifies phlegm, relaxes bronchioles, resolves swelling, relaxes spasms and deters infection.

Spiritually, MULLEIN aids one to get in touch with one's inner voice and conscience, helping the user to be true to herself or himself.

The Artisan Apothecary™ blend of MULLEIN LEAF EXTRACT offered here at WITCHCRAFTS™ is a handcrafted artisan brew made using premium certified organic ingredients in a base of certified organic USP Grain Alcohol.

Suggested Use: 4 or 5 drops 2-3 times daily in warm liquid.

This listing is for 0.5 ounces of Mullein Leaf Extract in a black capped amber bottle. A dropper for this bottle may be purchased separately in this shoppe's Artisan Apothecary™ section. Larger quantities are available, convo me for custom listing.

SAFETY WARNING: Mullein has been reported to make some anti-diabetic drugs ineffective and may interact with some prescription diuretic drugs to cause a loss of potassium from the body. Consult your healthcare professional if you take any of these prescriptions drugs prior to using this extract. Discontinue use if unusual symptoms occur.

Comes beautifully packaged.

HAWTHORN EXTRACT Artisan Apothecary Brew, Certified Organic Cardiotonic made with Hawthorn Berry, Leaf and Flower for Heart Health

ד׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 6

New to my Artisan Apothecary™ line of herbal remedies - HAWTHORN EXTRACT

One of the most relied-upon botanicals to support the heart and heart health, research has shown that extracts of Hawthorn made with the leaf, flower and berry of Hawthorn are more effective than are those made with only one or two of these plant components. Many extracts you will find on the market are not made with all three Hawthorn components. The Artisan Apothecary™ blend offered here at WITCHCRAFTS™ is a handcrafted artisan brew made using premium certified organic ingredients including Hawthorn leaf, Hawthorn flower and Hawthorn berries in a base of certified organic USP Grain Alcohol.

Considered a cardiotonic by Western herbalists, in Europe, Hawthorn is often prescribed in place of digitalis. Hawthorn normalizes blood pressure, strengthens the heart muscles, dilates the blood vessels, improves circulation, lowers cholesterol, reduces blood vessel inflammations, protects the heart from pathogens, and improves contractions of the muscles of the heart. During times of oxygen deprivation, Hawthorn protects heart muscle.

Hawthorn also calms the spirit, strengthens connective tissues, and under management with a physician, may be used as an herbal remedy in the treatment of amenorrhea, anemia, angina, anxiety, arteriosclerosis, arthiritis, blood clots, cardiac dysrhythmia, claudication (intermittent), congestive heart failure, coronary insufficiency, diabetes, dyspepsia, gout, high cholesterol, hypertension, indigestion, insomnia, macular degeneration, threatened miscarriage, urinary stones, and varicose veins.

Spiritually, Hawthorn supports the healing power of hope, love, trust, and forgiveness.

Suggested Use: 4 or 5 drops to 1/2 teaspoon 2 to 3 times daily in liquid.

This listing is for 0.5 ounces of Hawthorn Extract in a black capped amber bottle. A dropper for this bottle may be purchased separately in this shoppe's Artisan Apothecary™ section. Larger quantities are available, convo me for custom listing.

SAFETY WARNING: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product. Discontinue use if unusual symptoms occur.

Comes beautifully packaged.

MABON HARVEST HOME Traditional Blend Sacred Sabbat Autumn Equinox Smudge Incense with Cypress, Cedar, Pine, Juniper and More

ד׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 6

As the cycle of the year turns deeply into Autumn and many of the Earth's creatures begin to migrate, with the season's harvest underway, time for the descent of Goddess into the Underworld comes. The Second Harvest Festival and Sabbat of Mabon (Gŵyl Ganol yr Hydref in Welsh witchcraft, Alban Elfed in Druidic tradition) celebrates this sacred time and provides us with a focused opportunity to give thanks for our blessed abundance, to share our Wisdom, and to secure Divine blessings to sustain us through the winter months.

Celebrate Mabon, find pleasure in the wonderful smells of the season, and experience the warm aromatic magical delight of this time-proven traditional Craft Mabon sacred smudge incense sure to fill up descent into the dark half of the year with mystical wonder.

From the Dark Crone's cauldron, handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, MABON HARVEST HOME contains Frankincense, White Sandalwood, Cedar tips and wood, Juniper berries, Cypress wood, Pine needles, Oakmoss and White Oak bark. The 0.5 ounce black capped jar is adorned with a beautiful Autumn Leaf charm kissed with many colors hung on handmade Harvest Red silk sari ribbon.

Comes beautifully packaged.

Naturally Preserved, Only the Finest Oils at WITCHCRAFTS™

ג׳ באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 5

A bit about my stock oils - My premium quality stock oils (from which individual item oils are crafted) are made in very small batches. Set with all relevant recipe required botanicals, gemstones and other curios, importantly and unlike many other crafters, each stock oil made at WITCHCRAFTS™ is naturally preserved with certified organic Rosemary extract, the number one choice of traditional herbalists for the natural preservation of hand made perfume oils, cosmetics, creams, lotions, and other herbal compounds. Rosemary's concentration of the key antioxidant rosmarinic acid allows me to use it very sparingly with effective results - both of these advantages are essential for stabilizing oil shelf life without influencing the exquisite aromatic nature of the premium quality oils I offer to you at WITCHCRAFTS™. Naturally preserved, premium quality oils, and only the finest ingredients is what you will receive when you purchase an oil from WITCHCRAFTS™.

SAMHAIN SPIRIT NIGHT Traditional Blend Sacred Sabbat Smudge Incense with Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon and Much More

ב' באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 4

Samhain ... the magical night when the veil between the worlds is thinnest. At this sacred time of the year, spirits wander about the land of the living, gathering at the crossroads in the moonlit night as psychic currents peak near midnight. Meet the magic this year with a time-proven traditional Craft Samhain sacred smudge incense, guide ancestral spirits safely home, and fill up the way through the darkness with mystical wonder.

From the Dark Crone's cauldron, handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, SAMHAIN SPIRIT NIGHT contains Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Cloves, Gold Seal Dragon's Blood, Patchouli, Rosemary, White Sage and Celtic Sea Salt. The 0.5 ounce black capped jar is adorned with a silver pewter Pentacle hung on handmade Harvest Spice silk sari ribbon.

Good for several uses. Comes beautifully packaged.

OAK APPLE SPICE Artisan Alchemy Soy Pillar Candle w/ Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon and More for Mabon, Autumn Sabbats, Thanksgiving

ב' באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 4

As the cycle of the year turns deeply into Autumn and many of the Earth's creatures begin to migrate, with the season's harvest underway, time for the descent of Goddess into the Underworld comes. The Second Harvest Festival and Sabbat of Mabon (Gŵyl Ganol yr Hydref in Welsh witchcraft, Alban Elfed in Druidic tradition) celebrates this sacred time and provides us with a focused opportunity to give thanks for our blessed abundance, to share our Wisdom, and to secure Divine blessings to sustain us through the winter months.

Celebrate Mabon, find pleasure in the wonderful smells of the season, and experience the warm magical delight of bountiful Harvest Blessings with a wonderfully colorful autumn OAK APPLE SPICE sabbat illuminator.

Exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™, the exotic original aromatic blend gracing this lovely pillar of Oak, Apple, Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon, Allspice and a veritable secret symphony of harvest spices and oils calls up happy days of overflowing abundance, Divine blessing and the warm companionship of special friends.

Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, Artisan Alchemy™ OAK APPLE SPICE is herbally charged with an array of Autumn botanicals including White Oak, culinary grade dried Apple, Allspice, Clove and Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum). Dusted with a rainbow of colors and Amber pebbles, Artisan crafted and handpainted, this amazing unique and one of a kind candle is adorned with handmade Harvest Spice silk sari and Olde Gold organdy ribbons.

This listing is for one 2x3" pillar.

OAK APPLE SPICE is also available as a set of pillar votives (see separate listing) and as a 2x4", 2.5x6", 3x4", 3x6" and 3x9" pillar (convo me for custom listing). Matching ritual oil is available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of this shoppe

Comes beautifully packaged.

OAK APPLE SPICE Artisan Alchemy Soy Pillar Votives w/ Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon and More for Mabon, Autumn Sabbats, Thanksgiving

ב' באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 4

As the cycle of the year turns deeply into Autumn and many of the Earth's creatures begin to migrate, with the season's harvest underway, time for the descent of Goddess into the Underworld comes. The Second Harvest Festival and Sabbat of Mabon (Gŵyl Ganol yr Hydref in Welsh witchcraft, Alban Elfed in Druidic tradition) celebrates this sacred time and provides us with a focused opportunity to give thanks for our blessed abundance, to share our Wisdom, and to secure Divine blessings to sustain us through the winter months.

Celebrate Mabon, find pleasure in the wonderful smells of the season, and experience the warm magical delight of bountiful Harvest Blessings with wonderfully colorful autumn OAK APPLE SPICE sabbat illuminators.

Exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™, the exotic original aromatic blend gracing these lovely votives of Oak, Apple, Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon, Allspice and a veritable secret symphony of harvest spices and oils calls up happy days of overflowing abundance, Divine blessing and the warm companionship of special friends.

Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, Artisan Alchemy™ OAK APPLE SPICE is herbally charged with an array of Autumn botanicals including White Oak, culinary grade dried Apple, Allspice, Clove and Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum). Dusted with a rainbow of colors and Amber pebbles, Artisan crafted and handpainted, each amazing candle is unique and one of a kind.

This listing is for a set of 3 straight pillar soy votives.

Each votive measures 2" tall.

OAK APPLE SPICE is also available as a 2x3" pillar (see separate listing) and as a 2x4", 2.5x6", 3x4", 3x6" and 3x9" pillar (convo me for custom listing). Matching ritual oil is available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of the shoppe

Comes beautifully packaged.

OAK APPLE SPICE Artisan Alchemy Ritual Perfume Potion w/ Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon and More for Mabon, Autumn Sabbats, Thanksgiving

א' באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 3

As the cycle of the year turns deeply into Autumn and many of the Earth's creatures begin to migrate, with the season's harvest underway, time for the descent of Goddess into the Underworld comes. The Second Harvest Festival and Sabbat of Mabon (Gŵyl Ganol yr Hydref in Welsh witchcraft, Alban Elfed in Druidic tradition) celebrates this sacred time and provides us with a focused opportunity to give thanks for our blessed abundance, to share our Wisdom, and to secure Divine blessings to sustain us through the winter months.

Celebrate Mabon, find pleasure in the wonderful smells of the season, and experience the warm magical delight of bountiful Harvest Blessings with wonderfully aromatic OAK APPLE SPICE sabbat perfume potion.

Exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™, this exotic original blend of Oak, Apple, Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon, Allspice and a veritable secret symphony of harvest spices and oils calls up happy days of overflowing abundance, Divine blessing and the warm companionship of special friends.

Handcrafted with premium certified organic ingredients, Artisan Alchemy™ OAK APPLE SPICE is herbally charged with an array of Autumn botanicals including White Oak, culinary grade dried Apple, whole Allspice, whole Clove and Sweet Madagascar Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum). The 3ml burnt cork glass spell bottle is sealed with black wax and adorned with handmade Harvest Spice silk sari and Olde Gold organdy ribbons.

Comes beautifully packaged.

Matching pillar and votive candles are available in the Candle Magic section of this shoppe.

ALMANDINE Artisan Alchemy Garnet Gemstone Soy Pillar Candle for Protection, Healing, Business Success, Focus, Past Life Work, Power

א' באב תשע"א
Lughnasadh 3

Deep. Potent. Powerful.

The birthstone of this witch, the Garnets can be divided into 2 subgroups based upon their composition. Group 1 garnets contain aluminum as their second element. Group 1 garnets include Pyrope, Almandine, and Spessartine. Group 2 garnets contain calcium as their first element. Group 2 garnets include Uvarovite, Grossular, and Andradite. Dark and earthy, deep blood red Almandine Garnets incline toward blackish brownish purple and are popularly used to make fine jewelry.

Magically, Almandine Garnet may be used for protection, healing and to increase productivity, focus mental activity, attract business success, open up the higher mind, access information from past lives, increase strength and stamina, empower the life force, augment physical vitality, and anchor the subtle body into physical incarnation.

This beautiful ALMANDINE Artisan Alchemy™ Garnet Gemstone pillar candle is richly scented with an original Amber blend of cunning craft oils exclusive to WITCHCRAFTS™. Charged with a genuine premium quality natural ALMANDINE Garnet gemstone nugget from Thailand, uniquely lovely ALMANDINE is herbally charged with certified organic Red Roses, Red Poppy and Hibiscus Flowers. Artisan crafted, adorned with luxury Blackberry Midori and handmade Garnet silk sari ribbons, each ALMANDINE pillar is one of a kind.

This listing is for one 2x3" pillar candle.

ALMANDINE is also available as a set of pillar votives (see separate listing) and as a 2x4", 2.5x6", 3x4", 3x6" and 3x9" pillar (convo me for custom listing). Matching ritual oil is available in the Potions / Oils / Brews section of this shoppe

Comes beautifully packaged.