Samhain is coming on the eve of October 31st. This night marks the “end of Summer” in the Celtic calendar, as well as the Witches’ New Year. Traditionally, our ancestors have the ability to visit and dine with us at a silent meal called the Dumb Supper. Learn the importance of and how to host a ...
Samhain is around the corner…kitchen witches rejoice! ‘Tis the season of the pumpkin. Of aromatic spices. Of hot cider and apple pie. We connect with our ancestors and celebrate the end of the harvest on All Hallows Eve. And what’s one of the best ways to celebrate? Food, of ...
There’s a chill in the air. Autumn and Halloween decorations set the spooky vibes in the neighborhood. The veil is thin. Samhain is coming. How do you like to celebrate this sabbat? My family loves to eat…so eating a Samhain supper is inevitable. Are you planning a Samhain meal for ...
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Or so they say. Apples are one of those fruits, that if fruits were people, they would be the ruler of the fruit kingdom. One of its names is the “fruit of the gods”, for crying out loud. Why are apples just so freaking magical? And why are they ...
I would venture to say that pumpkins have grown in popularity, particularly within the past few years. Each year, when September rolls around, it seems nearly every witch goes crazy for pumpkins. Pumpkin spice coffees, pumpkin decorations, pumpkin everything. With the pumpkin being such a ...
Don’t forget the simplicity and beauty of an herbal offering. If you’re an herbalist or enjoy leaving offerings to your ancestors on Samhain, you’re a friend of mine! With Samhain quickly approaching, I ended up cleaning off and re-decorating my altar. Ancestors are a huge ...
Just admit it. Fall is your favorite. You almost can’t be a Pagan without loving the Autumn season! (It’s not a requirement, but I’m just sayin’.) The summer’s heat is fading, the trees are becoming works of art, and the feelings of comfort and family are all ...
Samhain is the ancient Celtic pagan festival of the dead celebrated in modern times on October 31st-November 1st in the Northern Hemisphere. And April 30th-May 1st in the Southern Hemisphere. Yes, Halloween is based on this sacred pagan holy-day when people believe the ancestors and spirits ...
Every year, when Samhain rolls around, my urge to create, craft, and communicate with the spirits becomes almost too much to bear. So what do I do? I give in to the urge, of course! I cast Samhain spells for purification and prosperity. Also offering Samhain blessings to my witchy family ...
The black cat scratches. The bat flies overhead. Witches twist and turn, excited in their beds. Samhain, Halloween, All Hallows Eve is nearly here. It’s time to plan our celebrations, feasts, and rituals. If you’re looking for ingredients for your Samhain sabbat spells, rituals, and ...