How to start practicing Witchcraft
Many new practitioners are unsure how to begin walking the path of Craft. Yoda covered this in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, when he said, “Do or do not. There is no try”. This is a reminder that our full and magical potential is not accessed through half-measures—it responds to conviction. In that sense, “do or […]
What is a Book of Shadows? What do I put in it?
A BoS (Book of Shadows) is a personal record of your magical journey. It’s a place where you store your musings, observations and ideas on your craft. It’s a place to write down things you find meaningful and, also, things you find confusing. If you want to keep a record, it’s helpful to add dates, […]
Interview with a Witch: TaMara Sorensen
As with all spirituality, it’s a matter of continuing movement, learning and changing to become your best self…all while knowing that you will never “arrive”.
Beginner’s Guide to Witchcraft: Everything New Witches Need to Know
What is Witchcraft and Who Can Practice It? Witchcraft is a practice involving magic and spellcasting, often associated with Wicca and various pagan belief systems. It is important to note that witchcraft is accessible to individuals of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. The core principle of witchcraft revolves around harnessing natural energies to manifest desired […]
Ask A Witch
These questions were sent into our friends at the Pagan Chronicle for their Oestara Edition and answered by employees here at Crone’s Hollow. What are the top things you do as a practitioner that enhance your life? I love this question. After all, isn’t witchcraft all about enhancing our lives? The first thing I do […]
What is a spell candle? How does it work?
Spell candles are a form of candle magic which is one of the simplest forms of spell work. The spellcaster visualizes the end result of the desired spell and focuses on the candle as a way to turn the idea into reality. Spell candles can be written on, painted, carved and dressed in oils, herbs […]
Is doing a love spell a bad thing?
One of the most commonly requested spells, the love spell, can be done without it being “bad”. Love magic has been used for centuries to attain happiness, societal stature and family by royalty and folk pracitioners alike. Love spells have traditionally been cast by female witches who used the power of femininity, fertility and sexuality […]
Do I need to be in a coven to be a witch?
There is no straight answer to this question. The answer depends on what type of path you’re seeking and whether you are Wiccan or a Witch. Witches are those who practice witchcraft. That is, the craft of being a witch. An herbalist. A spell candle maker. A broom maker. A potion maker. An artist in […]
What Ye set forth comes back to thee, so ever mind the Rule of Three.
The Rule of Three, or Threefold Law, is a Wiccan concept stating that whatever energy or intention you put forth comes back to you “time three”. First attributed to Gerald Gardner, the Father of Wicca, this is a form of karmic retribution intended to help a practitioner create ethical magical spells. While it’s a good […]
Is a Witch born or made?
An interesting question. Most people we encounter believe that in order to become a witch they must be “born” with magical abilities. They also believe that if you don’t have innate powers you will never become a witch, no matter how hard you try. Neither of these is true. While some people have an ability […]