Author Archives: Pixi

Imbolc

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Date: February 2 Other Names: Candlemas, Oimelc, Brigid’s Day Goddesses: Arachne, Arianrhod, Athena, Attar, Brigid, Februa, Gaia, Selene, Vesta Gods: Braggi, Cupid, Diancecht, Dainichi, Essus, Februus, Pax, Colours: White, Pale Green, Yellow Foods: Cheese, Milk, Seeds, Bread, Eggnog, Pork, Dried … Continue reading →

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Yule

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Date: December 21 Other Names: Winter Solstice Goddesses: Brigid, Isis, Demeter, Gaia, Diana Gods: Apollo, Ra, Odin, Lugh, The Oak King, The Green Man Colours: Red, White, Green Foods: Lemons, Oranges, Nuts, Eggnog

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Samhain

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Date: October 31 Other Names: Halloween, New Years, Feast of the Dead, Shadowfest, Martinmas Goddesses: Hecate, Alcyone, Ereshkigal, Hel, Nepthys, White Lady Gods: Carneios, Cel, Dagda, Hades, Odin, Osiris, Tuoni Colours: Black, Brown, Orange, White, Silver, Gold Foods: Apple, Turnip, … Continue reading →

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Esbats

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

The Esbats are the celebrations of the thirteen full moons in a year, traditionally a time for Wiccans to gather and work magic – compared to the Sabbats which are usually more celebration than magical working. While the Sabbats are … Continue reading →

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Storing Herbs

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Why dry and store herbs? You may have collected more herbs than you’ve been able to use, or you might have plants in your own garden which you wish to harvest before Autumn. Whatever your reason, it is better to … Continue reading →

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Collecting Herbs

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Identifying your herbs Warning! Some herbs and other plants can be poisonous! Do not harvest any plants that you are not familiar with. At the very least take a field guide with you when you go to harvest wild plants, … Continue reading →

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Growing Herbs

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Why grow your own herbs Herbs are wonderfully easy to grow, and cultivating them in your own garden is a far cheaper option that buying them. As well as saving money, they can make a very attractive addition to your … Continue reading →

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Herbal Encyclopedia

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Welcome to the encyclopedia of herbs. You can view detailed information for each herb, including associations with elements, deities, Sabbats and more, different names for the plant, a description of its physical characteristics, a general overview of it and lengthy … Continue reading →

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Roman Gods & Goddesses

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Welcome to the encyclopedia of Roman Gods and Goddesses. You can view detailed information for each deity, including associations with elements, Sabbats, other gods and more, different names they may have been known by, a description of their origins, stories … Continue reading →

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Norse Gods & Goddesses

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Pixi

Welcome to the encyclopedia of Norse Gods and Goddesses. You can view detailed information for each deity, including associations with elements, Sabbats, other gods and more, different names they may have been known by, a description of their origins, stories … Continue reading →

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