Wiccan & Pagan

Familiars have a long history, particularly in relation to British witchcraft. Animal companions or spirits are frequently mentioned in accounts of witch trials in Britain. Cats are the most...

There are many reasons that you may want to write a journal of your dreams. They say dreaming is your subconscious trying to tell you something. I don't know about you but I'm always curious to...

The Book of Shadows is the name used for a collection of spells, rituals and religious texts. In traditional British Wicca, a Book of Shadows could only be copied by hand and given to you upon...

Do you have your pre-approved mortgage, a real estate agent, a realistic mortgage budget, your new home's neighborhood researched, and picked out the house of your dreams? Well, even Silver...

Are you having a difficult time coming out of the “broom closet” when it comes to telling your parents that your religious views are different than theirs? Since becoming a Wiccan you may feel...

It is a common misconception that Voodoo Dolls are used primarily to place a hex on someone or to exact revenge on enemies. In truth, Voodoo dolls are used to represent the spirit of a particular...

In wiccian and paganism, it's tradition to keep a BOS (book of shadows). A notebook that contains information regarding your tradition, gods, goddess, corresponding tables, sabbotand esbat rites,...

Pendulum divining, also known as scrying or dowsing is an age old art that was typically handed down from mother to daughter. As time has gone by many of the meanings associated with the pendulum...

Dressed (rubbed with oil) candles can be used for a wide variety of personal, religious, and spiritual ceremonies and rituals. It's easy to create your own oils for those rituals. All you need are...

Sometimes we stand in our own way when it comes to finding love. This simple spell will allow you to let go of past hurts and clear the path to finding that special someone.

To reach the rank of High Priestess is an honor in any coven. The role of the High Priestess is a multifaceted one. It involves more than just leading her coven in rituals, although that is part...

One of the first things a new pagan wants to do is set up an altar. Most of the books try to tell you what to do, but they're exacting and overly specific. This leads the newbie to worry and fear...

Since ancient times, the winter solstice has been regarded as a time associated with divine birth. Modern pagans still celebrate the symbolic rebirth of the Sun god at this time of year. A...

This Tarot spread is interesting in that it is based on the seven Chakras of the body. It can give an all-encompassing look at what is going on in the querent's life.

Samhain is a special holiday on the Wiccan wheel of the year. It is a harvest festival, and a time to give thanks for the Earth’s bounty. It is a time to honor ancestors and those who have...

In recent decades, there has been a growing interest in nature-based religions and spiritual traditions. These religions promote a principle of individual responsibility and growth while...

cleanse your home from negative energy.

Dressing your ritual candles with essential oils adds a powerful new dimension to your magic work. When oils are combined with the element of fire and the color of the candle, the power of the...

The history and use of Runes is long and spans various cultures. Runes were originally fashioned from the sun-bleached bones of animals, small stones or pieces of carved wood. Today, Runes can be...

The fall equinox is the point in time when the sun crosses the equator, making daylight and darkness approximately twelve hours each. As symbol of balance and harvest, the fall equinox has been...

As our greater global consciousness expands, more and more people, of all religions and circumstance, are honouring the equinox and solstice days, as our ancestors did celebrate. It is common to...

Do you need a spell for an important matter in your life? You can find a myriad of spells in books and online, but the real power in a spell comes from using your own words and your own intent....

If you want to attune to the Wiccan Triple Goddess, known as Artemis, Diana, Gaia or Hecate, perform this simple ritual daily. Observe the changes in the seasons as the earth grows from it's...

Cleansing and charging the tools you use in divination and practice are very important. Over time, the tools you use can pick up some nasty vibes. This is especially true if someone, to whom you...

Scrying has been used for centuries as a form of divination. Various mediums have been used such as a dark/black mirror, bodies of water, crystals and the flames of a fire (ie: such as a candle)....

The use of tarot is one of the more popular forms of divination. There are numerous spreads that can be used from the most simplistic (using one card) to the most intricate (the Celtic cross)....

Attune to the Wiccan Horned God, sometimes known as Cernunnos or Herne, but most generally referred to as the God of the Sun, the wild places and animals, the hunt, sexuality, fertility, abundance...

When people become interested in wicca or paganism, there is often the question of how to convert to wicca. Here are some basic steps you should consider before deciding wicca is for you.

Cleansing baths help to relax tension and stress both mentally and physically. Combining the cleansing nature of bathing with the protective nature of herbs gives you the added boost of protection...

A housewarming ritual is one of the most fun and satisfying rituals you'll ever perform. You don't even have to be pagan to enjoy one. You can go extra-formal and cast a circle, call on a patron...

Making stars out of sticks and twigs is a quick project that many people do to decorate their home for holidays or fun. The stars can be any size and they can be made from sticks, toothpicks (tree...

Planning a handfasting is a very exciting time. However, one thing to keep in mind is that most pagan clergy will not marry a couple unless the couple has been together for a year and a day. Most...

In many modern pagan traditions, Mabon is the name given to the autumnal equinox, which is celebrated as one of the eight major sabbaths, or holidays. This holiday occurs in late September in the...

Having trouble sleeping? No need for over-the-counter sleep aids or a glass of wine to put you in a slumber. Try this recipe for a homemade sleeping potion and combine it with lavender...

What is the Wicca?Wicca is a nature-based religious tradition that has been around for centuries. The theology is thought to have originated from prehistoric matriarchal societies somewhere in...

Pagan altars come in all forms, from the most simplistic to the most extravagant. Most pagans construct an altar that is meant to be permanent. However, some prefer to have an altar that can be...

Wishing for more things in your life? Maybe you have your eye on a new car, desire a wonderful relationship, or want a higher paying job. If you think that you need to be a initiated pagan or have...

The Winter Solstice, also known as Yule, occurs on the shortest and darkest day of the year. As waning light waxes toward Summer Solstice, Wiccans celebrate renewal and rebirth. As the seasons...

Worry beads are made on the same principle as that of prayer beads. However, worry beads are used as a more general tool. The color of the cord and beads is determined by the intent or purpose....

Prayer beads, or a derivative thereof, are a universal in almost every faith. The use of prayer beads is centuries old. The combination of praying and having something tangible to hold is very...

The use of protection sachets is centuries old. In the past, protection sachets were carried on the person to ward off disease, poverty and other misfortunes. The sachets were also buried outside...

Anointing yourself or someone else with oil is a common ancient religious practice that is still practiced today. The anointing symbolically marks you as sacred and within the protection of the...

Eclectic wicca is the least ridged form of wicca, taking influence not only from other forms of wicca, but also other natural religions such as paganism, herbal medicine, energy healing, crystal...

There are a few ways to charge your Tarot deck, and it seems as if the best way is different for each psychic.

Charging crystals and stones is an intricate part of working with them as tools. Just as it is important to cleanse crystals and stones, it is just as essential to instruct the stones with our...

While Yule is sometimes used as another word for Christmas, historically it referred to the Winter Solstice holiday that has been celebrated by pagans for millennia. It is still one of the eight...

Have you ever sat by the phone wondering why a certain someone hasn't returned your phone calls or simply called to talk. While at one time or another, we may have all felt this way, there is...

Cleansing is an important part of working with crystals and other precious stones. To cleanse the stones takes away past influences and other energies the stones may have picked up along the way....

The use of herbs to remedy sleeplessness and aid with pleasant dreams is centuries old. One of the simplest ways to use herbs in this fashion is to make a herbal dream pillow. The scent of the...

Working with pendulums is one of the most popular forms of divination. The pendulum is one of the easiest tools you can use. For thousands of years this tool has been used for dowsing purposes,...