The Inked Grimoire
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The History of Halloween
Like many mainstream holidays, Halloween is the product of a pagan celebration that the Catholic Church overtook. It has since evolved into one of the largest celebrations in the US, where a quarter of all the candy sold throughout the year is purchased for Halloween. That’s a lot of sugar! Let’s dive into Halloween, its origins in Samhain, and how we came to celebrate this holiday. -
Exploring Seidr and Norse Magick
Seidr is a form of Norse magick that involves divining someone’s future, interpreting what was divined, and then attempting to manipulate it. Pronounced “SAY-der,” the method was practiced by women and gods, and Freya is credited with bringing seidr to the gods. -
Full Moon in Aries- October 20, 2021
On October 20th, we have a Full Moon in fire sign Aries. Aries has a natural leadership ability which gives them strength and courage to take charge of their lives. -
Lesser-Known Norse Myths
Everyone knows that Thor carries a hammer, Odin is the king of the gods, and Loki is ever the trickster, but what about some of the lesser-known myths and deities of Norse legend? It turns out, there are some fun legends that get much less airtime in pop culture. Let’s explore some! -
New Moon in Libra -October 6, 2021
On October 6th, the month starts off strong with the New Moon in Libra. New Moons are a powerful time for new beginnings, setting intentions, and personal breakthroughs. -
Making Magick with Mundane Household Items
Despite what social media may portray, your magickal practice does not have to be elaborate to be effective. Remember, YOU are the magick, and your intention is the strongest part of your practice. You don’t need any fancy tools either. Here are some Cottage Witch-inspired ideas to help you transform mundane household items into magickal ones! -
Full Moon in Pisces- September 20, 2021
Full Moon in water sign Pisces arrives on September 20th, two days before the Autumn Equinox and the beginning of Libra season. -
Are You a Cottage Witch?
A cottage witch centers their magickal practice on their home, with a holistic approach to magick, including hearth craft, kitchen witchery, and green witchcraft. -
New Moon in Virgo- September 6, 2021
The New Moon in earth sign Virgo on September 6th is a time of clearing out what is no longer useful to you to make room for positive opportunities! -
Water Magick for Purification, Wisdom, & Intuition
Water Magick carries transformational and purification power with it. From ritual baths to rage-charged hurricane water, you can use water in a variety of ways. Here are a few ideas and a list of correspondences to get you started. -
Full Moon in Aquarius- August 22, 2021
On August 22nd, we have the second Aquarius Full Moon of the year. Both Full Moons are working with the same energy. -
Friday the 13th: Myths and Meaning
The fear associated with Friday the 13th comes from many Christian constructs hundreds of years ago as they were trying to abolish paganism. For witches, Friday the 13th can be a day of power, facing your fears, and embracing your sexuality, especially for women!
