Magick – The Witch of Howling Creek

Two Year Anniversary + Camp Buidseachd: The Cottage Witch Guide to the Pagan Home

August 1, 2013

Happy Lammas and The Witch of Howling Creek two year blogiversary, readers and friends! To commemorate the occasion, I’d like to welcome you all to Pronounced “boodshocked,” (Gaelic for “witchcraft” or “witchery”), Camp Buidseachd is going to be a month-long, virtual summer camp with cottage witch guides to everything from the home to esbats as … More Two Year Anniversary + Camp Buidseachd: The Cottage Witch Guide to the Pagan Home

Sunflowers for Lammas

July 24, 2013

Lammas is right around the corner! Although some Sabbats zip right by me regretfully, I always manage to find time to celebrate Lammas with corn muffins and an early morning. Corn isn’t the only symbol of the first harvest festival though: sunflowers can also be a part of your celebration. Associated with wealth, prosperity and … More Sunflowers for Lammas

July: Rose Moon Esbat

July 20, 2013

July is home to the Rose Moon. Isn’t that a lovely name? So sweet and romantic! Here’s a little ritual designed to bring a little romance to your life this hot July: Sit outside or near a window in view of the full moon. Light a white or pink candle. Perform one or both of … More July: Rose Moon Esbat

The Witches’ Compendium: Lammas

July 17, 2013

Just a few short weeks until Lammas and here we are with the next installment of The Witches’ Compendium! It’s been a real pleasure compiling these little e-books and I hope they’ve been useful to you all over the past year. (I do realize the Beltane book never made it online and hopefully I’ll get … More The Witches’ Compendium: Lammas

Inspired by the Elements: Air

July 14, 2013

I’m apparently in the mood to expand on previous ideas, starting with the “Decorating Inspired by the Halliwell Manor” post a few days ago and now a continuation of my consistently most popular post ever: “Air, Earth, Water & Fire: Decorating with the Elements.” The elements are the most basic materials of ourselves and our … More Inspired by the Elements: Air

Summer Travel Witchcraft Kits

July 3, 2013

We all know what it’s like to try and bring everything with you on a trip, from the kitchen sink to your new altar trivet. You don’t really need every little piece of your witchy apparatus to travel, but what do you need? Just in time for the summer travel season, I’m bringing you everything … More Summer Travel Witchcraft Kits

Esbats: Strawberry Moonwater

June 23, 2013

We’ve arrived at my favorite esbat: June’s Strawberry Moon! In its honor, I’m sharing a sweet little strawberry moonwater recipe for luck, love and creativity: Items Needed: Glass jar with closing lid Sage or other cleansing herb Natural water Organic strawberries Recipe: Rub jar with sage to bless and cleanse. Rinse the strawberries and place … More Esbats: Strawberry Moonwater

A Day at the Beach: Ocean Magick

June 17, 2013

Summer automatically brings to mind lazy days lounging on the beach, the sand in your toes and the waves crashing on the shore. The ocean is one of my favorite places in the world and I was lucky enough to spend the weekend on our beautiful Pacific coast! As one of the four elements, and … More A Day at the Beach: Ocean Magick

The Witches’ Compendium: Midsummer

June 14, 2013

Newest installment of the Witches Compendium! Just click the cover to go directly to the free e-book.

What Would Gillian Owens Do? 2 Spells Inspired by Practical Magic

June 5, 2013

Continuing the “What Would the Witches Do?” series! Next up, Gillian Owens, everybody’s favorite wild child of Practical Magic. In her honor, I present you with two simple spells, for when you just want a little magick to brighten your day: Floral Citrus-ade for Sisterly Love and Friendship 1 cup lemon juice ½ cup orange … More What Would Gillian Owens Do? 2 Spells Inspired by Practical Magic