Heather's Mystical Haven

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The Magnolia Beanie; My newest skill

The Magnolia Beanie; My newest skill, learning to knit.

So this year I learned how to knit. What you should know is that every year for the last 16 years, I get tired of crocheting and pull out a set of knitting needles and try to figure out the magic.

I literally had one set of #8 knitting needles and a pamphlet from Frank’s Nursery and Crafts. It had pictures and everything. For 16 years, I’d try for a week, sweating and swearing only to frog my…

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The Magical Cabinet or How do I know if this is still good?

The Magical Cabinet or How do I know if this is still good?

Oh! Isn’t that a fun rhyme? Doesn’t it just make your little heart beat with Joy? No? okay maybe it’s just me….

Harvest time is just about over. I’ve been drying, chopping, seeding and storing summer’s bounty for a few weeks. My Magical Cabinet is getting pretty full.

When I first started dabbling in spell work and charms, I just loved the idea of dusty little jars filled with herbs and roots…

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Self-Discipline and Personal Power

Self-Discipline and Personal Power

I want to talk about personal power and self discipline….It’s not a popular topic. Everybody wants a magic answer. They want to wave a wand or wiggle their nose and have the job done.

Me too, folks. Me too.

This is at the forefront of my mind for a couple reasons. The first has to do with my oldest daughter, the Princess. The second is hitting home because of my own situation.

The Princess is a…

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Harvesting the Basil

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So far the toughest part about blogging about life stuff is remembering to take the pictures. You’d think it would be fairly easy in this Age of Instagram but I keep finding myself running for my phone half way through my projects.

Anyway…. I’ve harvested…

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Behind the Scenes

This post isn’t really magical if that what you’re looking for. This post is just behind the scenes info and a peak into human side of my life.

I’ve been feeling a ‘change’ vibe for awhile. Battling some Wanderlust.  I’ve told The Renaissance Man. He didn’t like that. He still believes that he doesn’t like change. Silly Muggle.

About a month ago my suspicions were confirmed or rather clarified.…

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Back to Basics : Grounding

Back to Basics : Grounding

Getting back to basics here. Grounding yourself. I’m starting to realize that not everyone understands the concept or knows how to do it.

I’m not talking about the those times your folks grounded you and you couldn’t hang out with your friends…. more like grounding the way electricity does. Only your electricity is made from your emotions

Think of emotion as Energy in Motion. Your emotions are…

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Hexing, Healing and Harming None.

Hexing, Healing and Harming None.

I’ve been asked if I put spells on people, good or bad.

I don’t. Well, not specific spells, anyway- general well-being, protective and healing spells if asked or if I’m feeling compelled at the time.

Its because I believe in free will, life lessons and karma.

My ex, the Idiot, was convinced I cursed him when his second marriage failed. I didn’t. I suppose at one time or another, I had wished he…

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Dame Habonde - a Lesson in Abundance

Dame Habonde - a Lesson in Abundance, Enough, and Sharing.

I recently received a request for a custom Spirit Doll from a client I’ve worked with before.

He asked if I’d ever heard of Dame Habonde.

I hadn’t but a quick google search netted me plenty of information of this little known goddess and peaked my interest.

In Celtic areas she was a Goddess of abundance, joy, fertility and luck. Her symbols are ale and fire and as such she was honored by…

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Daffodil (2019 update)

Okay, so a little back ground on my adventures with daffodils.

I love these little rays of sunshine!

They are the first flowers to show up in my yard every spring. For me, its the first sign that the long, cold, miserable, Midwest winter is almost over.

I’ve always grown these – I’ve been adulting since ’92 and bought our first house in ’96. I’ve grown them at almost every house I’ve lived in…

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For the Love of Daffodils

For the Love of Daffodils

A few weeks ago I joined a group that is all about learning and making Flower Essence. I love flowers. I keep a garden. I collect plant material for Art and Spells. I knew nothing about Flower Essence but I jumped in feet first!

The first flowers to come up in my garden  were Daffodils. Big ones and Little ones. These were the beauties that agreed to lend me their essence. Daffodils are toxic so…

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Mother Mary's Grotto - Traveling Altar

For just $43.50 Everything you need to set up an altar to Mother Mary where ever you may go. This hand made altar box include an artistic rendition of the Bles…

For just $43.50 Everything you need to set up an altar to Mother Mary where ever you may go. This hand made altar box include an artistic rendition of the Blessed Mother, settled saftly in a niche, a tea light, anointing oil, rose petals and a small set of rosary beads mad of rose quartz nuggets and carved heart. Everything fits neatly in a lightweight box that measures 6.5" x 3.5" x 2". The set of prayer beads measures 7" and consists of 9 rose quarts nuggets and a carved heart.They come in a pink organza bag The rose petals are organically grown and packaged in a 3" x2" zip top bag. The .5 dram bottle of anointing oil is a custom blend scented with rose essential oil. It is placed in a small zip top baggie for travel.

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The Hag of Winter

The Hag of Winter - Bringing Arctic temperatures and Insight to your own Sovereignty

I’m the only practicing witch here at the Haven.

I have hopes for the younger minions; Peter Pan, Dark&Twisty and maybe even Dennis the Menace. The rest are doing their own thing.

Just because I’m the only witch doesn’t mean I’m the only one affected by the energy.

Both The Renaissance Man and The Princess are complaining about being tired and not wanting to do the Things. My reply is always,…

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It's 2019 B!tches!

It’s 2019 B!tches!

Yeah for the new year! Are you feeling feisty and ready to conquer? I am.

It’s been awhile since I’ve made a Spirit Doll. It’s been awhile since I’ve connected with any specific Goddess.

The last two years have been rough. I feel like I’ve been in constant contact with my personal guides and ancestors, begging them to help me process the anger and the outrage. Frustrated by my inability to make…

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In the Spirit of Cailleach Bhuer

In the Spirit of Cailleach Bhuer

I’m happy to say that I’ve finished the Cailleach Bhuer Spirit Doll. Every spirit doll is a journey but the Goddess dolls are very interesting journeys.

*edit* I’m even happier to report that Cailleach Bhuer found  a home shortly after being listed.

Cailleach Bhuer – the Blue-Faced Hag –  is an ancient Celtic Crone Goddess, said to have power over the winter. She was believed to blow in the…

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Pisces Spirit Doll

For just $50.00 Pisces Spirit Doll has been created in honor of the Astrology sign for the Fish. Her face is hand sculpted to include scales and hand painted in…

For just $50.00 Pisces Spirit Doll has been created in honor of the Astrology sign for the Fish. Her face is hand sculpted to include scales and hand painted in blues and greens. It is bezel set with bead embroidery. Wrapped in water-y blues, lavender and purple, she's been embellished with larimar, aquamarine, pearls and rose quartz. She measures 8 inches tall plus her tail and about 7 inches wide at her arms

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Red and Black Waves Bead Embroidered Cuff Bracelet

For just $30.00 This edgy and tough 6 inch cuff bracelet is embroidered with rows of red, black, and crystal clear seed beads, sequins and a few 6 mm stardust b…

For just $30.00 This edgy and tough 6 inch cuff bracelet is embroidered with rows of red, black, and crystal clear seed beads, sequins and a few 6 mm stardust beads in a wave pattern. Great for those Gothic looks. This actually would look amazing coupled with My Lilith's Love set : https://www.etsy.com/listing/186441946/liliths-love-gothic-red-and-black-rose The aluminum base is slightly adjustable to fit most wrists and is backed in a soft black ultrasuede. It measures 6 inches long by 2 inches wide (15cm x 5cm)

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Love your Money Charm

For just $5.00 These little hearts are great to keep in your wallet, purse, banking papers or carry in you pocket to remind you to send love to the money that f…

For just $5.00 These little hearts are great to keep in your wallet, purse, banking papers or carry in you pocket to remind you to send love to the money that finds its way to you. Designed to help you change your feelings about money in general and your money in particular. Every time you see it, hold it or touch it, Say a mantra or just send loving thought to your bank balance and your income source. The little pink felt hearts measure roughly 1.5 inches. They are embroidered in green floss with the symbols of money; Dollar, Pound and Euro. In addition they've been stuffed with mint, basil, allspice and citrine chips.