Yule, also known as Yuletide or Yulefest, is celebrated at the winter solstice, which falls between December 20-23 in the northern hemisphere, depending on the year. It represents the transition back into the light and a celebration of the sun. It’s also the official first day of winter. This year, Yule and the winter solstice […]
Did you know there’s at least one full moon every single month? Each moon has a name thanks to early Native American tribes, who christened the moons based on the seasons. Some moons reflect the active fauna or blooming flora, while others reference tribal activities such as the hunting or harvesting. December’s full moon is […]
It’s that time of year again! The Yuletide season is almost upon us. Many modern-day witches celebrate Yule, which is the winter solstice and the eighth festival in the Wheel of the Year. Yule is the longest night of the year. It marks the end of the dark half and the gradual return to the […]
On November 8th, you’ll want to turn your eyes skyward and watch the last total lunar eclipse for three years. The next one won’t occur until March 14, 2025, although we will have a few partial eclipses between now and then. The lunar spectacle will transform the Beaver Moon into a Blood Moon. Learn all […]
Is carving a pumpkin part of your Samhain/Halloween ritual? If so, you’re not alone. 44% of Americans planned to carve a pumpkin in 2022. But have you ever wondered why we carve cute, scary, or creepy faces into gutted pumpkins and leave them glowing on the porch? It seems like a strange tradition when you […]
As I continue to explore my spirituality and learn more about the craft, I occasionally stumble across words or phrases that need a little extra digging to fully understand. I’d seen the word “magick” used in other articles and presumed it was a quirky modern spelling meant to look archaic. But is that really the […]
This year, stargazers and selenophiles are being treated to a rare, powerful lunar eclipse during May’s Flower Moon, turning it into a Blood Moon. Learn all about the May 2022 lunar eclipse, when to watch it, and how that energy can be used to amplify your full-moon rituals. What Is a Blood Moon? Simply put, […]
Hello, fellow plant lovers and green witches! Looking for a new monthly subscription to try? I scoured Cratejoy for the best plant subscription boxes, including houseplants, succulents, garden boxes, air plants, and more. To make the cut for this list, each box had to score an average of at least 4 stars and have a […]
Why do witches use candles? Humans have a deep, primal connection to fire. Our ancestors relied on it to survive. Humankind has used flames to keep wild animals away, to provide light and heat, to clear land for agriculture, to cook, to send signals, and more. It’s no wonder that fire became an important aspect […]
