As the Autumn Equinox approaches and the seasons change once again, it is time for The Village Witch to also change and evolve into a brand new chapter. It is time to rebrand!
The Village Witch has been serving the witchy community for nearly 30 years, and with the wheel of the year coming to the end, it is time to give The Village Witch the extra magic it deserves.… READ THE REST >
Whether you are just beginning your new spiritual path or you are in your 30th year, practicing magic, honouring the seasons, pulling out a daily tarot card all whilst juggling that thing called life can get a little much at times.… READ THE REST >
Happy Monday everyone!
I hope you are all doing amazingly! Today, is going to be a fairly light-hearted post where I, as a practicing witch, work through some misconceptions of Witchcraft that I have encountered in my life! Whilst I have only listed 10 misconceptions here, there are so many more, but I also didn’t want to waffle on for too long 😉
So, grab a brew and let’s get started!… READ THE REST >
Has the mundane life got you down? Perhaps you have fallen off the wagon and in a rut and need a step back up? Or maybe you are a full on experienced witch just in need of a re-jig in the magical department…
I am currently in all three of these categories.… READ THE REST >
Happy Saturday everyone! Are we all having a great week so far? I just wanted to pop on over here and do a little introduction of both myself and The Village Witch for all those who are new to the shop, as well as a little section at the end of a few things to expect until 2022.… READ THE REST >
The word poppet is an older spelling of puppet, from the Middle English ‘popet’, meaning a small child or doll. In British English it was also used as a term of love or endearment to a younger person, it continues to hold this meaning to this day in some English counties.… READ THE REST >
Working with your ancestors on a magical or guidance level is a very powerful form of magic and is one that almost every religion, path or culture in the world takes part in some way. Your ancestors give
you comfort, guidance, strength and an extra sense of power as it is like working with your own circle of people that are tied to you by blood.… READ THE REST >
The sordid topic of coin. One that is constantly brought up by various people with the notion that whatever I do, should be done free of charge as a service to the Universe. For those who remember my physical shop, will remember the below text being on a poster on the wall above the counter 😉
Village witches (village wise women) have always charged for services, traditional witches were not seen in the days of yore as outsiders, they were one of the most valued members of the community and trades of money and/or goods were always exchanged.… READ THE REST >
BEFORE USING ANY HERBS FOR HEALING – PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR!
Poultice
A poultice is made by mashing herbs, plant material or another substance with warm water or natural oils to make a paste. The paste can be applied directly to the skin and covered with a piece of clean cloth.… READ THE REST >
The crisp winter air, the feeling of snow on your cheeks. The smell of pine trees, cinnamon, oranges, cloves and cookies baking in the oven. The long dark nights and the clear skies full of stars that shine brightly like diamonds glinting down on us. … READ THE REST >