Holidays – Amethyst’s Archive

deerhoofandrabbitsfoot: Traditional Halloween Foods Some foods that have been passed down from generation to generation that are associated with All Hallows. Most are snacks. Some could be the basis for a solid meal. – Soul Cakes – Bonfire Toffee – Barmbrack – Colcannon – Cabbage Soup – Popcorn Balls – Pumpkin Seeds – Apple PieContinue reading

Celebrate Samhain

recreationalwitchcraft: Samhain is a sabbat marking the end of the harvest, and for celebrating all the great things about the fall season. Outside: Light a bonfire at night with friends Carve or decorate a pumpkin (maybe with astrology!) Visit a cemetery and leave an offering for the dead Harvest the last of your herbs beforeContinue reading “Celebrate Samhain”

September

the-witch-in-black: Transformation, protection, confidence Celebration: Mabon -September 21st Moon: Nut Moon, Wine Moon*, Harvest Moon, Barley Moon, Corn Moon Colours: Green, orange, gold, yellow, red, brown Decoration: pumpkins, gourds Flowers: Orthosiphon, hyssop, yarrow Trees: Rowan, elder, juniper, walnut Crystals: Carnelian, cat’s eye, peridot,Continue reading “September”

The Autumnal Equinox: Finding balance as the cycle ends

ghost-nettle: With the happy, chaotic vibes of summer coming to a close, we welcome in the more introspective part of the year. It is a time to withdraw, to cleanse, to give thanks for what we have grown in the year and prepare that which we are ready to discard on the Feast of AshesContinue reading “The Autumnal Equinox: Finding balance as the cycle ends”

anankesong: Okay, this book… This book is awesome. I’ve long been a witch and I know the holidays and the colours and all that, but THIS BOOK is so important. It gives a solid breakdown of the holidays and a run down on how you can celebrate the holidays, from quiet, private meditations and celebrationsContinue reading

witchy-woman: It’s almost here! Samhain is next week, can you believe it? Time is flying on my end. I’ve been meaning to post this for over a week now, but am just now finding the time! Samhain is seen by some as the end of the “witch’s year” and bring this year to an end meansContinue reading

Beltane – 1st of May

the-witch-in-black: Love, Life, Fire Element: Fire Colours: Green, pink, blue, yellow, red,brown, white. Flowers, trees and plants: Almond tree, ash tree, genisteae, watercress, clover, dittany of crete, elder, foxglove, honeysuckle, rowan, sorrel, hawthorn, ivy, lilies of valleys, marigold, meadowsweet, mugwort, woodruff, angelica, hyacinth, daisy, lilac, primrose, rose, St John’s wort, yarrow, patchouli. Food, drinks andContinue reading “Beltane – 1st of May”

The Witch Talks: The Spring Equinox

herecomesthewitch: An Equinox is the moment in which the plane of Earth’s equator passes through the center of the sun. This occurs twice a year, in March (Vernal) and in September (Autumnal). On an Equinox, the duration of night and day are equal. This post refers to the Vernal (Spring) Equinox. Most Spring holidays thatContinue reading “The Witch Talks: The Spring Equinox”

How to color eggs with onion shells.

lavender-lunar-witch: wewantwow: This must be the most beautiful DIY tutorial I have ever seen. And it so happens to be in style of this weekend. Found on Ulicam, a very nice blog by Ulrika Kestere, photographer and illustrator. For the whole tutorial and lot’s of inspiration, click here. 😍😍😍

Yule – 21st of December

the-witch-in-black: The shortest day with the longest night, the sun shall slowly rise higher and higher. It’s the celebration of light, rebirth/renewal and transformation. Element: Earth Colours: Red, green, gold, white, silver, yellow and orange. Flowers, plants and trees: Ash, thistle, evergreen,cedar, frankincense, holly, ivy, juniper, mos, mistletoe, oak, pine tree, sandalwood, yew, yellow cypress,Continue reading “Yule – 21st of December”