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Maltese Engulfers

Uncover the chilling tales of the Maltese Engulfers, from the Marine Engulfer to the Well Ghoul, lurking in the depths of Maltese folklore.

Animal Ritual Concealments

Animal Ritual Concealments, rooted in superstition and the desire for control, reveal a fascinating intersection of folklore and tradition.

La Bella 'Mbriana - Folklore Friday

Uncover the enchanting tale of La Bella 'Mbriana in Neapolitan folklore and discover the customs and beliefs that surround this captivating

Bluebells and Fairies Folklore

Uncover the mystique and folklore of bluebell flowers. Discover their enchanting tales, toxic beauty, and the cautionary lore.

Why are the Fae Averse to Iron?

Uncover the age-old mystery of iron and its mythical connection with the Fae.

Good Friday Folklore

Happy Folklore Friday, and Happy Good Friday. As a witch, I love hearing all the superstitions and apotropaic magic in every religion....

Book Review: The Cimaruta and Other Magical Charms from Old Italy

Discover the truth about the cimaruta and its magical charm in 'The Cimaruta and Other Magical Charms from Old Italy' - a controversial book

Book Review: Mythology for a Magical Life

Book Review for Mythology for a Magical Life by Ember Grant

Book Review - Blodeuwedd: Welsh Goddess of Seasonal Sovereignty

A book review about Blodeuwedd: Welsh Goddess of Seasonal Sovereignty by Jhenah Telyndru

Hosting a Dumb Supper

While offering food to one's ancestors is a common practice around the world, actually setting a place setting down at your table for...

The Art of Tasseomancy

The art of reading tea leaves (aka tasseomancy) is one of the oldest and most widely practiced forms of divination. From one corner of...

Let's talk about blood... I mean coral.

In Italy, it is impossible to pass a jewelry store and not see red coral. I laughingly refer to it as Italy's birthstone. Everywhere you...

Ancestral Bone Worship - Honoring or Demeaning?

Similarly to many witches in the community, I embrace ancestral veneration. It is simple to create a connection with a person that you...

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