I'm not dead! (And other news)
It has been a LONG time since I've been able to sit down and type / code a post here, I'm sure my newest followers and customers I've referred to my blog have been wondering what the hell I've been doing with my life. The answer is A LOT. Now that I've been freed of the curse that was 2021 (I hope) I've been planning many new things for 2022, some of which have been already enacted and others still in progress. I'll be making several posts over the next few weeks as we approach the Spring Equinox and Ostara celebrations. I'm going to try and cover the basics here and elaborate in the future.
I have been busy making a lot of 'Blessed Boxes' and rune sets but I've had some time in between to experiment (and the results usually end up in a Blessed Box anyway so it's a win-win for all involved.) Some of these creations have been photographed and catalogued for listing in the shop. (Links directly to the listings of those I wasn't lazy on)
I have been experimenting a bit with the stability and functions of different waxes in candle making because I wanted to make some stand alone candles along with my standard container candles, which are usually spell or ritual candles. So far, I've found a ratio that works well enough for these skull candles.
Each one is created with different colored soy wax and beeswax, given an enchanting yet subtle herbal aroma of Frankincense and Sandalwood. Once cured, they are detailed using alcohol ink which lends to the amazing effect of the melting wax being a different color than the candle itself. Bleeding skulls? Sure, why not?
And for those of you who aren't into the Gothic decorum, these color changing lotus resin candle holders can bring some visual magic to your home or altar. They're multipurpose, handmade, and each one of a kind. As your candle burns, the thermogenic pigments in their petals will react and shift between three different colors, an effect I've used in other creations of mine just because it is SO cool to watch.
This bracelet is a variation of my 'Guardian Goddess- Freyja' bracelet using African Emerald crystal spheres, Czech glass beads, and my own handmade clear cast dried flowers and moss beads that I originally created for Elemental themed spell beads and have since found many uses for them. The original design is available in the shop, each one of a kind and Personalization is always welcome (of course.) I have been making a lot of variations for this design for Spring as I feel it complements seasonal fashion throughout Spring and Summer and literally feels like you're wearing a little bubble of your garden wherever you go.
•International Customers- some of you may still be waiting on shipments. Rest assured you have not been forgotten. I have been keeping an eye on customs restrictions and international shipping issues for some time since October when I first began experiencing issues with delivery in the EU. If you do not receive your package within the next two weeks, please let me know so that I can investigate.
•Ever since November's connection issues on top of supply chain prior, things are taking a little longer than estimated across the board. Larger orders in particular. I haven't forgotten with you and you should receive your orders shortly. For your personal ETA, shoot me an email or contact me on Etsy. I'm always working my hardest to get everything to you ASAP (but, again, it is just me.)
•OSTARA SALE kicked off last month and will be ongoing until March 30th- a large selection of listings are included with different discounts! Take a look or request a custom order - I'm looking forward to working for and with you all here in 202 2! I'm also considering doing another give away / contest for the Sabbat but more on that as it approaches.
•Prices- Selling on Etsy is about to get more expensive. Then again, everything is anyways so we should have anticipated that one. Prices for some listings will be going up over the next few weeks (take advantage of the lower price now.) Transaction fees have increased as well as shipping and listing fees .
•PODCAST- Within the next month I plan on launching a weekly podcast sharing my tips, tricks, and knowledge involving anything and everything to do with the occult, new Age Spirit spirituality, the paranormal, and self empowerment. Get your questions answered and maybe learn something new. More on this soon!
You may listen / view the page for updates here.
•MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION BLESSED BOX is another work in progress I'm hoping to launch this upcoming summer, but I'm still putting my feelers out for interest. These fully personalized subscription boxes will basically be a slightly more standardized version of what my customers receive when ordering a Blessed Box from the shop with handmade and hand selected items. Each Tier will have more customization and intuitively chosen gifts for the recipient plus extras like digital downloads, discounts, and more.
If a big box of handmade, one of a kind, personalized and intuitively chosen selections to help you on your spiritual journey and beyond at a reasonable price sounds right up your alley, I encourage you to give the standard version in the Etsy shop a shot and if you decide to support this project a $5 pledge on Patreon would be a huge help! The page is currently WIP but you may still sub and unlock a permanent discount in my shop as thanks :)
•Oracle Cards- I have been working on my own Oracle deck and have finished rough drafts of four of the main or trump cards I will share on another post. Keep an eye out - once complete, you may download and print from the shop at home or opt for a physical deck with booklet.
That's all my fingers and brain can allow for now. New Years resolution was to use social media more to stay connected with y'all. Still not hip yet.
Thank you to all my supporters, followers, customers, and friends- I'm looking forward to working with all of you here in 2022. To new beginnings <3
(owner / creator blursedbaubles.etsy.com)
