Experimental Witchery

22 y/o | she/her | intersectional feminist | tarot | stitchwitch | kitchen witch? | secular | still researching |

[etamina-amata]

The Twisted Yarn

One of the simplest and yet most complex tools in magic is also one of the oldest – and that is the yarn, cord, or string. Whether it is the Gyre-Carling at her wheel, the valkyries at their macabre loom, or the Fates measuring and cutting the strings of men’s lives, the symbolism was all through mythology that later seeped into popular folklore and fairy tales from Rumpelstiltskin to Sleeping Beauty. All of these have elements of magic in them, but a little-known tale from the Brother’s Grimm is an even better example for the witch’s arsenal.

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[dailywitchlings]

Witchy *Free* PDF book list Masterpost

Hey lovely witches! I wanted to share some of my PDF witchy books I have on my computer. I know it’s hard to find these books and not everyone has money to buy them or easy access. I hope I can help someone with this <3

Most of the books are on my google drive library, you can click on the link and then download if you’d like to.

A Manual of Occultism, by Sepharial

Mastering Witchcraft, by Paul Huson

Natural Magic, by Pamela J.Ball

Pagan Spells, Author Unknown

Herbal Magick - Herbal enchantments, folclore and divination by Gerina Dunwich <3

Spell Crafts - Creating magical objects, by, Scott Cunningham and David Harrington <3

The Book of Power, by Idres Shah

The Complete book of Incense, Oils ad Brews, by Scott Cunningham

The Essential Skills of Magick - Benjamim Rowe

The Ultimate Book of Spells - Pamela J. Ball *my favorite spellbook*

50 of The Most Powerful Spells, by unknown author

Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner

The Gardnerian Book of Shadows

The Basics of Magic, by K. Amber

8 Sabbaths of Witchcraft, by Mike Nichols

Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner

Celtic Mythology and Religion, by Alexander Macbain

The Art and meaning of Magic, By Israel Regardie

An Introduction to the Study of Tarot, by Paul Foster Case

The Alchemy of Abundance, by Lisa McSherry

Encyclopedia of Acient Roman and Greek Mythology, by James Belton

Asgard and the Gods, by M. W. MacDowall,

The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Spells by, Michael Johnstone

Witches’ Bible by, Janet and Stewart Farrar

The Witch’s Master Grimoire, by Lady Sabrina

The meaning of Witchcraft, by Gerald Gardner

Aleister Crowley book collection (google drive)

Lid Off the Cauldron, by Patricia Crowther

A Grimoire for Modern Cunningfolk, by Peter Paddon

The A to Z of Dream Interpretation, by Pamela J. Ball

The Dream Oracle, by Pamela J. Ball

The Great Book of Spells, by Pamela J. Ball <3

The Techniques of Astral Projection, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker

The Opening of the Third Eye, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker

Historical Dictionary of Witchcraft, By Bailey Michael

The Goddess is in Details, by Deborah Blake <3

Circle, Coven and Grove, by Deborah Blake

A Witch’s Dozen, by Deborah Blake <3

Witchcraft on a Shoestring by Deborah Blake

Egyptian Magic, By Ernest Budge

Advanced Candle Magick, By Raymond Buckley

Amulets and Magic, By Budge Walli

Pen and Ink Witchcrafr , By Collin Calloway

Basic Sigil Magic, By Philip Cooper

The Occult Properties of Herbs , By W.B Crow

Shadow Work Guidebook, by Jessica Cross

Gemstone Sorcery, By Gerina Dunwich <3

Wicca A to Z By  Gerina Dunwich

Every Witch Way By Ellen Dugan <3

Power Of The Witch By Laurie Cabot <3

The Spiral Dance By Starhawk <3

Spiritual Power - Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee

Book of Shadows By, Phyllis Curott:

Witchcrafting By Phyllis Curott

Spells for the Solitary Witch By Eileen Holland

Wiccan Magick By Raven Grimassi

The Witch’s Familiar By Raven Grimassi

Magical Candle Crafting By Ember Grant

Magical Powder Recipes By Lady Gianne

Wicca For Beginners By Lisa Chamberlain

Scott Cunningham’s Books:

Divination for Beginners

Wicca in the Kitchen <3

Book of Shadows

Living Wicca

Crystal Gem and Metal Magick <3

Wicca

Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs

Magical Household, Rituals and spells for the home <3

D.J Conway’s Books:

Mystical Dragon

Norse Magic

Wicca, The Complete Craft

Falcon, Feather and Valkyrie Sword

Celtic Magic

Christopher Penczak’s Books

Gay Witchcraft - Christopher Penczak

The Living Temple of Witchcraft V. II- Christopher Penczak

The Gates of Witchcraft

The Living Temple of Witchcraft V.II 

Mystic Foundation

The Outer Temple Of Witchcraft

The Inner Temple of Witchcraft

The Witch’s Shield

Cassandra Eason’s Books:

A Practical Guide of Witchcraft and Spells, 

Fabulous Creatures, Mythical Monsters and Animal Power Symbols

Candle Power

The Art of Pendulum

The Complete Guide to Psychic Development

Illes Judika’s Books:

Magic When You Need It - 150 Spells

Pure Magic

The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft

Ellwood Taylor’s Books:

Pop Culture Magic

The Pop Culture Grimoire

Multi-Media Magic

Manifesting Prosperity

For those of you who wish to see my full library on the drive, feel free to send me a message and I will send you the link!

HAVE FUN!  :)

[witchy-kitchen-craft-deactivate]

always reblog, this is sooo useful!

[flyingthehedge]

Amazing list of free resources!

[occultduality]

quick and easy tarot trick:

1. find the fool in your deck 2. the card under it is how you fucked up 3. the card over it is how you fix your fuck-up 4. you’re welcome

[leodrune]

a spell to make a home cozier

here is a little ritual you can do to bring warmth, joy and harmony to a home to make it feel cozier and more welcoming. best done during a full moon, but you can do it any time. you will need:

☾ a small bowl of ceramic, wood or glass

☾ a clove of garlic (bringing warmth + togetherness to a home)

☾ a sprinkle of lavender flowers (tranquility and calm)

☾ a sprig of pine (home blessing, cleansing, grounding)

☾ a brown candle (home and hearth magick)

sit in the main area of your home. light your brown candle; sit comfortably on the floor or couch and meditate on the candle for a while. warm your hands with its flame.

set the offering bowl in front of the candle. take the garlic clove in your hands and visualize the way you want your home to feel: warm, lived-in and welcoming. warm the clove over the candle-flame briefly and set it in the bowl.

take your lavender flowers in your hands. close your eyes, take a deep breath and inhale the scent of them. let it calm you, as it will calm the energy of your home. place the flowers atop the garlic.

lastly, take the sprig of pine. use it like a wand; point it toward all four corners of the room you’re in. place it against your heart, and set it in the bowl.

whisper to the bowl: “may your magick bless this home with kindness and warmth.” blow out the candle; place the bowl on a windowsill, mantle, or coffee table for three nights. on the third night, sprinkle its contents outside your front door.

[witchypixel]

An illustration from my page on pendulums

[witch-craft-ing]

i need a witchcraft-themed Wreck This Journal.

[catsbrew-blogs]

Page 1: Make plant presses and leave them in the journal :D

Page 50: Punt kick the journal into the middle of a field and do your ritual wherever it lands then write about how it went

Page 108: Just fuckin drag this through the forest on a string and pick up anything is lands on

[witch-craft-ing]

you know what, valid

[witch-craft-ing]

hey if there was a Wreck This Grimoire what would you put in it. i’m trying to make one up for myself but am having trouble thinkin.

-drip wax on this page, write down correspondences.

-press healing herbs here. press luck herbs there.

-dip this page in full moon-charged water. put it in your wallet.

-wrap a rose quartz in this page and put it under your pillow tonight.

-write a wish on this page, fill it with your intent, and burn it.

-use this page to brainstorm sigils

-write down a blessing here. write down a curse there.

-rub different kinds of dirt here and write down where they’re all from.

-meditate on this page, write down what comes to you.

-make a circle for pendulum or needle, ask it questions. write them down.

[weavethewild-deactivated2022060]

Stain this page with tea or coffee, what do the stains show

Write down your favourite guises for the fair folk here

Put this page in a jar and cover with salt

Write down shufflemancy lyrics here

Make a collage themed on your favourite celebration

Use this page to write down new moon intentions

Trace your favourite crystals and rocks on this page

Write down weird old names for herbs on this page

Write down fake astrological traits on this page

[ducissatenebrarum]

Apotropaic, ritual or ‘witches’ marks were carved where air, and therefore witches, could enter a building to protect them from such evil spirits. Although common on doorways, they are most likely to be found around fireplaces. The most common markings are interlocking circles (some carved to create a six-petalled daisy flower effect), concentric circles and intersecting lines creating crosses and M’s representing the Virgin Mary or double V’s for ‘Virgin of Virgins’ #witchcraft #magic

[tarot-dreams]

Save The Date : 2019.

Full Moon Dates.

🌕 Full moon : Jan 21

🌕 Full moon : Feb 19

🌕 Full moon : Mar 20

🌕 Full moon : Apr 19

🌕 Full moon : May 18

🌕 Full moon : Jun 17

🌕 Full moon : Jul 16

🌕 Full moon : Aug 15

🌕 Full moon : Sep 14

🌕 Full moon : Oct 13

🌕 Full moon : Nov 12

🌕 Full moon : Dec 12

Sabbat Festivals.

🕯 Imbolc - Candlemas : Feb 1

🌸 Ostara - Vernal Equinox : Mar 20

🔥 Beltane - Mid Spring : May 1

☀️ Litha - Summer Solstice : Jun 24

🌾 Lammas - Harvest Festival : Aug 1

🍁 Mabon - Autumnal Equinox : Sep 21

🎃 Samhain - All Hallows’ Eve : Oct 31

❄️ Yule - Winter Solstice : Dec 21

Celestial Signs.

♑️ Capricorn : Dec 22 - Jan 19

♒️ Aquarius : Jan 20 - Feb 18

♓️ Pisces : Feb 19 - Mar 20

♈️ Aries : Mar 21 - Apr 19

♉️ Taurus : Apr 20 - May 20

♊️ Gemini : May 21 - Jun 20

♋️ Cancer : Jun 21 - Jul 22

♌️ Leo : Jul 23 - Aug 22

♍️ Virgo : Aug 23 - Sep 22

♎️ Libra : Sep 23 - Oct 22

♏️ Scorpio : Oct 23 - Nov 21

♐️ Sagittarius: Nov 22 - Dec 21

[modernwitchesdaily]

🌱 Protection 🌱

[officialaudreykitching-deactiva]

‪Friday’s full moon is called the pink moon. A time of remembering and a time of release. A balancing act. The end of an old life and the start of something new. Trust what is resurfacing to be honored and let go. ‬

[eyum-ss]

골초같이 생겼는데 담배는 안 피우는 캌센

[will-o-the-witch]

Turns out I’m actually doing the Punk Rock Oracle after all!

[will-o-the-witch]

Pretty much done! I just want to sharpie up a few of them.

I’m tempted to give readings but I work today and doing readings online zaps my spoons, so I’ll think of a way to find that balance and show these off~

[therestlesswitch]

Love it ✨

[grimoire-of-autumn-rayne]

Im such a moon girl 🌒🌕🌘 Theres just something so mystical and calming about it ✴💜

[ghostsjoggingv2]

The animals of my tarot deck~

[willowofthehearth]

I was reading a book about herbal healing and, while reading a section on making tinctures it mentioned trying to extract essential oils and resins... Is what is being extracted actually an EO? I would think that would make for a pretty crappy medicine if there were EOs in it?

Disclaimer, it is stupidly early in the morning and I have not slept. Lol

look, i can call 9:30am stupidly early if i want to, i’m a vampire

Ok, so. Without knowing the specifics of the book you were reading I shall take my best guess.

There are two kinds of essential oils. First there are the essential oils found in plants. When we use plants as medicine, this is often what we’re after. I can’t brain all the science of it because my brain is currently on vacation. But here’s a blog post that deals with all that. 

Then, there is the distilled kind that come in the little bottles. This is the kind I yell about a lot because those fucking cultists are gonna kill someone.

Now, where those bottles of EOs come from is by extracting those volatile (essential) oils from the plants. Where a plant might (for example and not actually accurate numbers) might have say… a 0.1% concentration of the volatile oil in a huge handful. The EOs in the bottles is just pure extracted oil.

I don’t think, without some pretty serious equipment, that you can extract the EOs the same as those little bottles at home. And you need… a LOT of the plant to get any significant amount of the oil. However when you’re making medicine at home you are extracting some of the oils. This is why we don’t tend to use a lot of heat in the process. Too hot and you ruin the oil.

So, yes… the process of making a tincture is trying to take the volatile (essential) oil out of the plant and concentrate it a little to make it a more potent medicine than the plant itself. We aren’t talking the hugely concentrated extraction of what is commonly known as essential oils.

Fuck, I really hope that makes sense, and helps, lolZ

[genderferalwitch]

That actually does help a lot, thanks! This is the book, if anyone is intersted…

[The Herbal Home Remedy Book, simple recipes, for tinctures, teas, salves, tonics, and syrups. By Joyce A. Wardwell]

That makes a lot of sense. I just wanted to be sure I understand the terminology and at least some of the science. If I’m going to be putting the things I make into my body, and the bodies of the people I love.

Thanks again!!

[genderferalwitch]

Update:

[willowofthehearth]

Ahh, well there ya go :) Might have to snag that book.

[mistresspendragon]

[qedavathegrey]

The Serpent’s Lock

The seal of protection, privacy and invisibility – can be stamped or marked on documents to protect them from prying eyes, lest the witches’ venom befall them. Can also be used to hide oneself from that which walks on the astral plane. 

The Serpent’s Key

Used to see that which is hidden – aiding in the perception of the Unseen: be it spirits, deities, omens, etc. It might also be employed to find lost or hidden objects, and expose secret truths people are hiding. In addition, it can also be used to reverse the Serpent’s Lock if the key is added.