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Spring Equinox Spells & Rituals March 20, 2017

The first day of spring is known as Ostara and is one of eight festivals on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year. Also known as the Spring Equinox,  this is the time when the hours of  light and dark are … Continue reading

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Yule Winter Solstice Spells & Rituals December 21st 2016

In 2016, Yule or the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere falls on Dec 21 at 5:44 EST.  It’s the first day of winter and at this time, the hours of daylight and darkness are equal. Even in the midst … Continue reading

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Lammas Wiccan Spells & Rituals August 1 2016

August 1st is the Wiccan festival of Lammas or Lughnasadh. On the Wheel of the Year, it’s a traditional time to show appreciation for our current prosperity and for spells and rituals to create more abundance. It’s also an opportunity … Continue reading

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Ostara Spring Equinox Spells & Rituals March 20, 2016

Ostara Spring Equinox Spells & Rituals March 20, 2016 Ostara is one of eight festivals on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year. Also known as the Spring Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, the hours of  light and dark are equal … Continue reading

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Imbolc Candlemas February 1, 2016 Wiccan Spells & Rituals

February 1st is the Wiccan festival of Imbolc, or Candlemas.   In traditional Witchcraft, Imbolc is a time for initiation rituals. But it’s also a good opportunity for spells to tap into hidden vibrations and use them for your own benefit. Imbolc … Continue reading

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Yule Winter Solstice December 22, 2015 Spells & Rituals

In 2015, the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere falls on Dec 22 and is the first day of winter in the Northern hemisphere.  Known as Yule on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year, at this time, the hours of … Continue reading

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Samhain Spells Witches’ New Year October 31, 2015

October 31st is the Wiccan feast of Samhain, the Witches’ New Year. Samhain is a traditional time for remembrance and release. We also plan for a more prosperous future by releasing any negative energy that prevents us from reaching our … Continue reading

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Wiccan Rituals Midsummer Summer Solstice June 2015

On June 21, 2015 Midsummer or the Summer Solstice marks the longest day of the year. In Wiccan traditions, the Holly King vanquishes the Oak King and we begin our slow and steady descent toward the darkness of winter. Midsummer … Continue reading

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Wiccan Spells & Rituals for Beltane May 1, 2015

On May 1st, Wiccans celebrate Beltane, one of eight festivals on the Wheel of the Year.  Beltane is a traditional time for spells to bring both love and creativity into your life. You can set up your altar and perform your ritual on … Continue reading

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Spring Equinox Dark Moon Rituals March 20, 2015

A supermoon solar eclipse will occur in the northern hemisphere on March 20, 2015, during the Wiccan festival of Ostara or  Spring Equinox. Ostara is one of eight festivals on the Wheel of the Year. At this time, the hours … Continue reading

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Spell for Samhain Oct 31, 2014 Halloween

Samhain, on October 31st,  is a traditional time for remembrance and release. It’s Halloween but it’s also considered by many to be the Witches’ New Year, so we also plan for the future by releasing any negative energy that stops us … Continue reading

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Wicca Spells & Rituals for Lammas August 1, 2014

Lammas is the Wiccan festival of appreciation for prosperity and also a time for spells and rituals to generate more good fortune in our lives. To me, this is one of the less well-known festivals on the Wheel of the … Continue reading

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Midsummer Wiccan Rituals & Spells June 21, 2014

  The Pagan sabbat of Midsummer or summer solstice takes place on June 21, 2014 and marks the longest day of the year. In Wiccan traditions, the Holly King vanquishes the Oak King and we begin our slow and steady descent toward … Continue reading

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Wiccan Spells & Rituals for Beltane May 1, 2014

May 1st is Beltane, the traditional Wiccan celebration of fertility and creative energy. Beltane is an ideal time for spells and rituals designed to bring love and creativity into your life. My Wheel of the Year guide has a simple … Continue reading

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Rituals & Spells for Ostara/Spring Equinox March 20, 2014

Ostara or Spring Equinox, is one of the eight festivals on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year. In 2014, it takes place on March 20.  Ostara was the Goddess of Spring, representing all that was new and fresh. Many of … Continue reading

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What is the Wiccan Wheel of the Year?

One of the most popular questions from beginner or novice Witches concerns the Wheel of the Year. Since ancient times, our ancestors celebrated the annual solar cycle of the four seasons and their midpoints. These eight festivals are rich with … Continue reading

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Wiccan Imbolc Spells & Rituals Feb 1, 2014

On February 1, 2014, Wiccans will celebrate the Wheel of the Year festival of Imbolc or Candlemas. It’s a traditional time for initiation rituals and for spells that celebrate the return of longer days. Another theme for Imbolc is “energy … Continue reading

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Rituals for Witches New Year October 31st, 2013

October 31st is Samhain, the Witches’ New Year.  Some consider it to be the most important festival, or sabbat, on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year. It’s also Halloween. Samhain is a time for remembering our past, including departed friends … Continue reading

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Autumn Equinox Spells & Rituals September 22, 2013

Wiccans will celebrate the Wheel of the Year festival of Autumn Equinox or Mabon in the Northern hemisphere on September 22, 2013. At this time, the days and nights are again of equal length (as in the Spring Equinox) so spells and … Continue reading

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Lammas Spells & Rituals August 1st 2013

August 1st is the Witches’ celebration of Lammas, one of the sabbats or festivals on the Wheel of the Year. Lammas is opposite to Imbolc on the wheel, so we now take heed of the sun going down and the … Continue reading

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Summer Solstice June 21, 2013 Spells & Rituals

Midsummer/Summer Solstice-June 21 Midsummer or the summer solstice marks the longest day of the year. Now, the Holly King vanquishes the Oak King and we begin our long descent toward the darkness of winter. We need to make a decision … Continue reading

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Beltane Spells & Rituals May 1 2013

Beltane/May Eve –April 30 or May 1 The feast of Beltane is the traditional Witches’ celebration of fertility and creative energy and honours the goddess in her maiden aspect. Some celebrate it on May Eve (April 30th) while others do so … Continue reading

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Spells for Spring Equinox March 20, 2013

The first day of spring in the northern hemisphere will be on March 20. On this day when dark and light are equal or balanced, we ask the Goddess Ostara or Eostre to help us find balance in our lives. We … Continue reading

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Imbolc or Candlemas Spells & Rituals February 1, 2013

Imbolc or Candlemas is the feast of the waxing light and a traditional time for Wiccan initiation.  To honour the Celtic Fire Goddess Brigit (also known as Bride and Brid), in her maiden aspect, we wear white robes and light … Continue reading

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Winter Solstice Ritual December 21, 2012

December 21st is the winter solstice, or Yule, one of eight festival days or sabbats on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year. At this time, the Oak King vanquishes the Holly King and we celebrate the return of longer days. … Continue reading

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