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Today is Safety Pin Day, celebrating an invention originally patented on April 10, 1849. Since then, it has provided a safer way of fastening things, but it also represents protection. Ukrainians put them on children’s clothes to repel evil spirits. Some folks wear them for good luck. A more recent use in public spaces indicates that the wearer is a “safe person” who will help if asked. Safety pins appear in many crafts, especially beadwork. This makes it fun and easy to wear ...
Few experiences are harder than losing a pet. Cats, dogs, and all the other animals we cohabitate with are most certainly family! This jar spell serves as a way to reconnect with a pet that has passed away. For this spell you will need a clean wide-mouth jar (like a Mason or jelly jar), a picture of your pet, and things that remind you of your pet. Slip the photo into the jar so you can easily and clearly see the image of your pet. Behind the image place mementos of your pet. This might ...
The spring is an excellent time to start communicating with the Fae. All it takes is a little awareness and consistency on your part. This spell is best done outdoors, but if that isn't possible, place this working near a window. Once you create the altar, the work has just begun. When the altar is in place, you will need to maintain that spot, spend time there, and make sure to give offerings. This is the real work of having a relationship with the Fae: paying attention to them. Spend ...
All Fools’ Day (or April Fools’ Day) has a reputation for being a day of pranks and practical jokes— which means you should probably double-check the publication date of that too-good article you just saw on the internet. But what if on this day we embraced the energy of the Fool from the Major Arcana instead— while also viewing this card in a new light? Rather than seeing the Fool as a figure about to step off a cliff, consider that they’re stepping down from the ...
