Self Love Tea

Self Love Tea

A sweet brew to warm your spirit when you’re not feeling your best!

3 parts hibiscus

2 parts rose hips

2 parts orange peel

2 parts lemon peel

1 part dried mango

1 part chamomile

1 part jasmine

a bit of culinary lavender

honey or sugar to taste

this beautiful magenta colored tea is jam packed with ingredients to encourage feelings of love and positivity! i let mine steep for 5 minutes, and stir in half a teaspoon of lavender honey clockwise until it’s dissolved in. i haven’t tried it iced yet, but i bet it would taste great!

Elemental and Cosmic Correspondences

Elements -- Water - | - |

Planets -- Mars - | -- Saturn - | -- Naptune - | -- Pluto - |

Lunar Phases -- Waning - | -- New - |

Offerings for the Dead

Most people are reblogging an ask I answered long ago about offerings to give to the dead. It’s long overdue, but I’ve finally typed it up into an actual cohesive post.

~ Herbs ~ 

Lavender, for peace in passing on

Thyme, to give peace to those who have died from violence

Apple, a common Irish symbol for the dead, which I often give to my ancestors 

Pomegranates, myth of Persephone and all that

Rosemary, for remembrance

Myrrh, commonly used in necromancy, also used to give off good vibes

Chervil, often used in rituals for the dead

Mugwort, usually used to aid divination and communication with the dead. I also give it as an offering

Bay, same as mugwort (my mentality is that these herbs will help “send” the offerings to the dead)

Lemonbalm, for peace and healing

Wormwood, to strengthen the communication with the dead, as well as healing and revenge

Frankincense, a traditional herb (usually incense) to honor the dead

~ Flowers ~ 

Calendula, for blessings and eternal love

Rose petals (or the flower) for love and healing

Marigolds, perfect for ancestor worship (as well as spirit work salves and tea)

Lilies, for a sense of security and togetherness; ideal for children

Orchids, for balanced emotions and adoration; ideal for former lovers

Daisies, also ideal for former lovers and lost family members

Tulips, to spread happiness

Dandelions, ideal for connecting with certain spirits (especially when drunk as a tea)

~ Liquids ~

Water, a traditional offering for the dead, often left out for passing spirits

Wine or other alcohol

Juice, namely pomegranate or beet

Oils, such as olive oil, pomegranate oil, coconut, almond, vinegar

~ Other ~

Stones or crystals

Coins

Tobacco (I also know some people who use cigarette smoke or ashes)

Grains, traditionally brown bread

Meat

Candles, namely dark colored or earth-toned

Cleaning up graveyards, placing offerings on graves and speaking to them also makes a great offering

Song and music

Anything personal to the person you’re sending the offering to

~ What to do with the Offerings ~

Burn herbs or flowers (safely) with a written message to “send” the offering to the soul

Leave coins, flowers or herbs on the grave

Pour liquid into the earth, or leave them out in a bowl

Leave offerings out as a “standing offering” for the dead who pass through (idea from @arachnospooky)

This is SO overdue I’m so sorry but I hope it helps!! 

Protection from Witches and Spirits

To protect houses from witches and spirits, this [picture] is written:

The deformed pentacle to the right of the magic square was called a trolltecken (troll sign). It can be found in all the Germainic lands, where it is called “foot of the Drud” meaning of the “witch” or “nightmare”. In 1872, in Norway, it takes the form of a double star of David and protects from nightmares. Oddly enough, this form of protection can also be found in Brittany (Morbihan), carved on a chimney (see illustration)

As we getting further into summer and scrapes, bruises, and bug bites appear seemingly out of thin air, there are lots of plants that can help out with natural first aid! There are many ways these plants can be used- teas, salves, oils, compresses, make sure to do your research for what works best each plants! —————- On another note, my shop was closed all month since I was out of town and for general maintenance so ✨✨everything in my shop is 20% off for the next week! ✨✨. More Crow Stickers and a few other items are in the mail and will be restocked soon.

History

Trolltekken / Protectin from Witches and Spirits