Magick Matters

23.05.2020

“Wandlore: The Art of Crafting the Ultimate Magical Tool” by Alferian Gwydion MacLir

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"Learn the secrets of wandmaking and gain a powerful new tool for magical workings of all sorts. This enchanting, one-of-a-kind guidebook is for anyone who's ever wanted to know how magic wands work or longed to have a real magic wand of his or her own. Written by the foremost authority on the making of wands, this book is the first devoted solely to the art of wandmaking and its mysteries. Discover how a tree branch is transformed into a wand of magic, from selecting the wood and working in harmony with the tree spirits (or dryads) to understanding the magical correspondences of different stones, colors, and metals. Wandlore reveals aspects of wand theory that...>>

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23.05.2020

“The Power of Poppets” by Alexis Morrigan

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"Enhance your inner peace, overcome phobias, increase your wealth, or ignite passion in your romantic life using the power of poppets. One of the oldest forms of magic, a poppet or voodoo doll can be used for almost any purpose including emotional and physical healing, breaking bad habits, manifesting success, inspiring creativity and more. Poppets can be as simple or as complex as you like."...>>

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23.05.2020

“Poppets and Magical Dolls: Dolls for Spellwork, Witchcraft and Seasonal Celebrations” by Lucya Starza (Pagan Portals)

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"Poppets are dolls used for sympathetic magic, and are designed in the likeness of individuals in order to represent them in spells to help, heal or harm. The word poppet comes from the Middle Ages in England, originally meaning a small doll or child, and it is still in use today as a name of endearment. The term is older than the phrase ‘Voodoo doll’. Pagan Portals – Poppets and Magical Dolls explores the history of poppets and offers a practical guide to making and using them in modern witchcraft. It also covers seasonal dolls, from Brigid dolls, used in celebrations for the first stirrings of spring, to fairy dolls enjoyed in tree-dressing at...>>

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23.05.2020

“Candle Magic: A Witch’s Guide to Spells and Rituals” by Lucya Starza (Pagan Portals)

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"Candle magic is something almost everyone has tried, even as a child - who hasn’t made a wish over a birthday cake? Candle spells are among the easiest yet also the most effective to perform. They are perfect for anyone who wants to have a go at casting a spell for the first time and for the solitary witch with a busy life. Yet candles are also an important part of modern pagan witchcraft rituals. They are used to mark the quarters of the circle, placed on the altar and can represent the changing seasons of the year. This book is aimed at all who want to use candle magic, from beginners to those...>>

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22.05.2020

“Morbid Magic: Death Spirituality and Culture from Around the World” by Tomas Prower

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"Written with a mix of reverence, approachability, and deadpan wit by a funeral industry insider, Morbid Magic is the first multi-cultural guide to death spirituality and traditions from all over the world and from different historical eras. Tomás Prower presents an impressive array of topics, including each culture's views on the hereafter, mourning periods, the deceased's legacy, handling of remains, and more. Discover the lore and magic of death, both on the physical and spiritual planes. Explore hands-on activities, spells, and prayers that will open your eyes to new practices. Experience personal stories and anecdotes by modern people from various regions and religions. This fascinating book makes death a more approachable topic and helps you...>>

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