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Unleash your inner enchantress and discover a world of magic and possibilities.Immerse yourself in a spellbinding journey, exploring themes of ancient rituals, mystical techniques, and empowering discoveries, and uncover the secrets of spellcasting, potion-making, divination, and enchantments.You will learn:- The art of crafting powerful spells that manifest your desires.- How to harness the energy of the moon phases for spellwork.- Secrets of herbal magic and creating potent potions.- Techniques for enhancing your intuitive abilities and divination skills.By delving into The Witch's Yearbook, you'll unlock your magical potential, gain profound wisdom, and embark on a transformative journey that will empower you beyond your imagination.Join acclaimed author Clare Gogerty, a seasoned practitioner of the craft, as she shares her extensive knowledge and expertise in the magical arts. With her deep understanding of the mystical realm, Clare guides you on a captivating adventure, helping you tap into the ancient wisdom and embrace your inner witch.
List of contents
A YEAR OF MODERN MAGIC 04
The Wheel of the Year 05
The Eight Sabbats 06
Working with the Four Elements 07
What a Witch Needs 08
A Witch's Herbal 10
Crystal Magic 11
Casting a Spell 12
SAMHAIN 14
Seeing the Future 17
Samhain Plants for Remedies and Spells 20
Crystals for Samhain 22
Samhain Traditions and Customs 23
Samhain Rituals and Spells 24
Witchy Craft: Make a new year spell jar 26
THE WINTER SOLSTICE 28
The Moon 31
Winter Plants for Remedies and Spells 34
Crystals for the Winter Solstice 36
Winter Solstice Traditions and Customs 37
Winter Solstice Rituals and Spells 38
Witchy Craft: Make your own incense 40
IMBOLC 42
The Goddess 45
Imbolc Plants for Remedies and Spells 48
Crystals for Imbolc 50
Imbolc Traditions and Customs 51
Imbolc Rituals and Spells 52
Witchy Craft: Make a Brigid cross 54
OSTARA, THE SPRING EQUINOX 56
Magical Creatures 59
Spring Plants for Remedies and Spells 62
Crystals for Ostara 64
Ostara Traditions and Customs 65
Ostara Rituals and Spells 66
Witchy Craft: Make your own
besom (broomstick) 68
BELTANE 70
Runes and the Tarot 73
The Tarot 74
Beltane Plants for Remedies and Spells 76
Crystals for Beltane 78
Beltane Traditions and Customs 79
Beltane Rituals and Spells 80
Witchy Craft: Make a smudge stick 82
THE SUMMER SOLSTICE 84
The Magic Circle 87
Casting a Circle 89
Summer Plants for Remedies and Spells 90
Crystals for the Summer Solstice 92
Summer Solstice Traditions and Customs 93
Summer Solstice Rituals and Spells 94
Witchy Craft: Make a _oral crown 96
LUGHNASADH 98
Pendulum Power 101
Know your Talismans,
Amulets and Charms 103
Lughnasadh Plants for
Remedies and Spells 104
Crystals for Lughnasadh 106
Lughnasadh Traditions and Customs 107
Lughnasadh Rituals and Spells 108
Witchy Craft: Make a corn dolly 110
MABON, THE AUTUMN EQUINOX 112
The Magic of Trees 115
Autumn Plants for Remedies and Spells 118
Crystals for Mabon 120
Mabon Traditions and Customs 121
Mabon Rituals and Spells 122
Witchy Craft: Make an apple wand 124
About the Author 126
Index 127
About the author
Clare Gogerty is a member of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids, and has been interested in magick, druidry and folklore since a child, encouraged by her father, an enthusiastic dowser and leyline hunter. A former magazine editor, she is now a journalist and author, writing about spirituality, travel, homes and gardens. She is the author of Beyond the Footpath: mindful adventures for modern pilgrims (Piatkus) and Sacred Places: where to found wonder in the world (Aster).
Summary
A year-long magical adventure with everything you need to develop your modern witchy practice, through the seasons and sabats of the pagan calendar. Whether you're a solitary hedge witch, part of a coven, a practising witch or an aspiring one, this guide will furnish you with the knowledge to enrich your journey and sprinkle magic over every day.
Foreword
Focuses on earth-based magic, the healing power of nature, the cycle of the seasons, the moon, and the magic all around us.
