If you are in the Toronto area this weekend, come and check out the talks being given by Melange's own staff!
Hand Maiden & Robin in Traditional Wicca (Scarlet)
Apprentice, assistant, student, maiden or youth: they served an important role in medieval times and throughout the evolution of Traditional Wicca. Usually only a female role but more and more we see a young man in the role, which is the Robin (or Fetch) of the Craft. We will explore history, mystery, knowledge and modern perspectives.
Saturday, March 1st, 1:15pm - Scandia room 2
On the path of the Healer: what it means to be responsible AND alternative (Robyn)
'Alternative healing' seems to be a catchall phrase for any type of treatment that is not considered to be a traditional part of Western Medicine. More and more we find advertisements for alternative healers who promise results, or methods that are less well known, and that are sometimes difficult to explain. How can one tell a healer from a fraud? What is it that makes one a healer, and how can one wishing to follow that path do so with honesty, grace and integrity? What is it like to be an "alternative" healer? Join us to discuss these topics, as well as to participate in an open question and answer period.
Sunday, March 2nd, 10am - Scandia room 1
For more information, check out http://www.torontopaganconference.com/
*** ALSO! If you can't make it this weekend, but would like an MP3 of the talks given at this conference, the link above should guide you toward how to get a hold of this upcoming CD! ***
News, events, and other interesting tidbits of the goings-on here at our store.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Battling the Winter Blues
February is a peak time for people who suffer winter blues.
By this time of year, we are completely fed up with the cold and the dark and the damp of winter. It is time to do things to break the frustration. Here are some ideas!
Bring some light into your life!
Lighting your space up with extra light, opening the curtains or adding a couple extra candles to your altar will do just that. You can also start by changing the color of your clothing. Shift the shades to something lighter and brighter!
Cleanse out the negative!
Purge the clutter and banish he unused/unusables from your home and life. Start that spring cleaning EARLY! That way, by the time March comes, you will be ready for SPRING! Take a cleansing bath (we suggest our Men's or Women's Spiritual Cleansing bath salts). Do a sage smudging around your home and open all the windows for an hour. This will cleanse the negative as well as the old winter air from your home.
Bring in joy!
This time of year we see florists and garden centres bringing out their spring flowers. Daffodiles, crocuses, hyacinths are bright and playful flowers to bring into your home. They are just blooming. Hyacinth will also bring a light fresh and floral scent to make you smile! Buy and eat oranges or burn orange or citrus or sweet scented incense in your home. Listen to music that inspires you to write, draw, sing or dance. Get your body moving! Joining a gym to ready your self for summer fun is another great idea. Better yet, get your friends involved and go together! Do something completely random and fun!!
(one of our co-worked just bought gorgeous retro custome made roller skates!)
Mood Uplifters!
Rooibos teas
Mint and stevia flavoring
Vitamin B (complexes, especially B6 and B12)
Marshmallow root and ginko
Colours: yellow, orange, pink, peach, turquoise, sea-foam green, light blue
Laughing
Orris and orange and clove oil (navel chakra)
Transform your month. Today is a great day to do this.
Today is a Full Moon AND a Lunar Eclipse!
By this time of year, we are completely fed up with the cold and the dark and the damp of winter. It is time to do things to break the frustration. Here are some ideas!
Bring some light into your life!
Lighting your space up with extra light, opening the curtains or adding a couple extra candles to your altar will do just that. You can also start by changing the color of your clothing. Shift the shades to something lighter and brighter!
Cleanse out the negative!
Purge the clutter and banish he unused/unusables from your home and life. Start that spring cleaning EARLY! That way, by the time March comes, you will be ready for SPRING! Take a cleansing bath (we suggest our Men's or Women's Spiritual Cleansing bath salts). Do a sage smudging around your home and open all the windows for an hour. This will cleanse the negative as well as the old winter air from your home.
Bring in joy!
This time of year we see florists and garden centres bringing out their spring flowers. Daffodiles, crocuses, hyacinths are bright and playful flowers to bring into your home. They are just blooming. Hyacinth will also bring a light fresh and floral scent to make you smile! Buy and eat oranges or burn orange or citrus or sweet scented incense in your home. Listen to music that inspires you to write, draw, sing or dance. Get your body moving! Joining a gym to ready your self for summer fun is another great idea. Better yet, get your friends involved and go together! Do something completely random and fun!!
(one of our co-worked just bought gorgeous retro custome made roller skates!)
Mood Uplifters!
Rooibos teas
Mint and stevia flavoring
Vitamin B (complexes, especially B6 and B12)
Marshmallow root and ginko
Colours: yellow, orange, pink, peach, turquoise, sea-foam green, light blue
Laughing
Orris and orange and clove oil (navel chakra)
Transform your month. Today is a great day to do this.
Today is a Full Moon AND a Lunar Eclipse!
Monday, February 18, 2008
A spell to know the truth
A simple spell that is used to see the truth about a situation, or else to make others speak truly, is to use a lemon peel.
To begin, peel a lemon in a long single strip. Next, write your question, or the name of the person you wish to influence with this spell, on the inside of the peel (you may use any pen or ink to do so). You must now be patient and let the peel dry completely (sometimes this part can take around a week - but it's well worth the wait!). Once the peel has dried, burn the entire peel to activate the energies of the spell, and wait for the truth to be revealed!
To begin, peel a lemon in a long single strip. Next, write your question, or the name of the person you wish to influence with this spell, on the inside of the peel (you may use any pen or ink to do so). You must now be patient and let the peel dry completely (sometimes this part can take around a week - but it's well worth the wait!). Once the peel has dried, burn the entire peel to activate the energies of the spell, and wait for the truth to be revealed!
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Where Paganism & Christianity Collide Beautifully!
Saint Francis of Asssisi
His writings: Canticle of Brother Sun / The Praises of the Creatures
http://www.franciscan-archive.org/patriarcha/opera/canticle.html#CantSol
The Canticle of Brother Sun is the very first work of literature in the Italian language. St. Francis composed it most likely during the winter of 1224-5 A.D.—possibly while at the Church of San Damiano, in Assisi—as grace, born of suffering, urged him to praise and glorify the Most Holy Trinity even unto death. The Canticle of Brother Sun first appears in the historical record in a reference made by Bl. Thomas of Celano in his Vita Prima, written 1228 A.D.
Most High, Omnipotent, Good Lord,
Thine be the praises, the glory, and the honor and every blessing (cf. Apoc. 4:9.11).
To Thee alone, Most High, do they belong
and no man is worthy to mention Thee.
May Thou be praised, my Lord, with all Thy creatures (cf. Tob. 8:7),
especially mister brother sun,
of whom is the day, and Thou enlightens us through him.
And he is beautiful and radiant with a great splendor,
of Thee, Most High, does he convey the meaning
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for sister moon and the stars (cf. Ps. 148:3),
in heaven Thou has made them clear and precious and beautiful
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for brother wind,
and for the air and the cloudy and the clear weather and every weather (cf. Dan 3:64-65), through which to all Thy creatures Thou gives sustenance (cf. Ps. 103:13-14)
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for sister water,
who is very useful and humble and precious and chaste
May Thou be praised, my lord, for brother fire (cf. Dan 3:66),
through whom Thou illumines the night,
and he is handsome and jocund and robust and strong
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for our sister, mother earth, (cf. Dan 3:74)
who sustains us and governs,
and produces various fruits with colored flowers and green plants (cf. Ps 103:13-14)
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for those who forgive for the sake of Thy love 5 (cf. Mt 6:12),
and endure infirmity and tribulation
Blessed those who endure them in peace (cf. Mt 5:10),
because by Thee, Most High, will they be crowned
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for our sister, bodily death,
whom no man living can escape
Woe to those, who die in mortal sin:
blessed those whom she will find in Thy most holy desires,
because the second death will do them no evil (cf. Apoc 2:11; 20:6)
Praise and bless my Lord (cf. Dan 3:85),
and give Him thanks and serve Him with great humility!
His writings: Canticle of Brother Sun / The Praises of the Creatures
http://www.franciscan-archive.org/patriarcha/opera/canticle.html#CantSol
The Canticle of Brother Sun is the very first work of literature in the Italian language. St. Francis composed it most likely during the winter of 1224-5 A.D.—possibly while at the Church of San Damiano, in Assisi—as grace, born of suffering, urged him to praise and glorify the Most Holy Trinity even unto death. The Canticle of Brother Sun first appears in the historical record in a reference made by Bl. Thomas of Celano in his Vita Prima, written 1228 A.D.
Most High, Omnipotent, Good Lord,
Thine be the praises, the glory, and the honor and every blessing (cf. Apoc. 4:9.11).
To Thee alone, Most High, do they belong
and no man is worthy to mention Thee.
May Thou be praised, my Lord, with all Thy creatures (cf. Tob. 8:7),
especially mister brother sun,
of whom is the day, and Thou enlightens us through him.
And he is beautiful and radiant with a great splendor,
of Thee, Most High, does he convey the meaning
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for sister moon and the stars (cf. Ps. 148:3),
in heaven Thou has made them clear and precious and beautiful
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for brother wind,
and for the air and the cloudy and the clear weather and every weather (cf. Dan 3:64-65), through which to all Thy creatures Thou gives sustenance (cf. Ps. 103:13-14)
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for sister water,
who is very useful and humble and precious and chaste
May Thou be praised, my lord, for brother fire (cf. Dan 3:66),
through whom Thou illumines the night,
and he is handsome and jocund and robust and strong
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for our sister, mother earth, (cf. Dan 3:74)
who sustains us and governs,
and produces various fruits with colored flowers and green plants (cf. Ps 103:13-14)
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for those who forgive for the sake of Thy love 5 (cf. Mt 6:12),
and endure infirmity and tribulation
Blessed those who endure them in peace (cf. Mt 5:10),
because by Thee, Most High, will they be crowned
May Thou be praised, my Lord, for our sister, bodily death,
whom no man living can escape
Woe to those, who die in mortal sin:
blessed those whom she will find in Thy most holy desires,
because the second death will do them no evil (cf. Apoc 2:11; 20:6)
Praise and bless my Lord (cf. Dan 3:85),
and give Him thanks and serve Him with great humility!
Thursday, February 07, 2008
A Pinch of Love, A Touch of Magick
A simple love spell for February. Use it it bring a new love into your life this valentine's day!
What you will need:
-Amethyst Stone
-Licorice Root
- 1 red or pink candle
- Orris Root
- Dried flower of your choice (Roses are the most common)
- A red pouch
Sit down with all the ingredients in front of you, and take the time to think of all the qualities you would like in a mate. Pick up the candle and carve those words into the candle (they don't have to be legible, but visualize clearly while writing). When done, take the candle between your hands and empower it with your desires.
Set the candle on your alter with the stone at the base. Circle it with Orris and say "A love true and pure". Circle again with Licorice and say "Faithful and fulfilling." Circle again with the roses and say "With love and peace". Finally, light the candle and say "In perfect love and perfect trust. So mote it be."
When the candle finishes burning, place everything into the pouch and carry it around with you for 1 month. The results may surprise even you...
What you will need:
-Amethyst Stone
-Licorice Root
- 1 red or pink candle
- Orris Root
- Dried flower of your choice (Roses are the most common)
- A red pouch
Sit down with all the ingredients in front of you, and take the time to think of all the qualities you would like in a mate. Pick up the candle and carve those words into the candle (they don't have to be legible, but visualize clearly while writing). When done, take the candle between your hands and empower it with your desires.
Set the candle on your alter with the stone at the base. Circle it with Orris and say "A love true and pure". Circle again with Licorice and say "Faithful and fulfilling." Circle again with the roses and say "With love and peace". Finally, light the candle and say "In perfect love and perfect trust. So mote it be."
When the candle finishes burning, place everything into the pouch and carry it around with you for 1 month. The results may surprise even you...
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
New Goodies From Coventry Creations!
Since 1992 Coventry Creations has been hand making their candles in the tradition of herbal magic. Each candle is blessed and energized during their creation to make a powerful magical tool. The letters and stories telling of magical success and personal transformation that we get daily remind us that they are not just candle makers, but healers and leaders. Le Melange Magique is proud to have a new line of Conventry Creations candles: Witches' Brew Votives, only a $1.95 each!
Amber Moon: A Visionary Scent to enhance dreams and psychic visions. Amber helps protect the psychic centers and keeps one grounded and open while pursuing visions and dreams.
Evil Eye: A Penetrating Blend for Spiritual Protection. Juniper, Rose & Vetivert penetrate the senses to create a ward of protection for you and yours.
Love Spell: A Warmly Stimulating Love Potion. Musk, Jasmine & Cedar craft a love potion to warm your heart and stir your sensuality.
Spell Caster: A powerful manifestation from a powerful spell caster. Cinnamon, Vanilla and Ginger create a powerful blend to open the path to manifesting your thoughts and dreams.
Eye of Newt: De-Spelling Negativity. Sandalwood, Sage and Peppermint clear your space of residual negativity and raise vibrations to break negative spells.
Dragon's Blood: Sweet Smokey Resin to Power Up your Magic. Dragon’s Blood, a resin from China, the East Indies and South America comes from some of the earth’s oldest trees. This resin helps one define and empower spells.
We've also done a big restocking of other Coventry Creations products; such as the Blessed Herbal Candles, Triple Blessing Candles, and the Spellkits. Come in and see for yourself!
Amber Moon: A Visionary Scent to enhance dreams and psychic visions. Amber helps protect the psychic centers and keeps one grounded and open while pursuing visions and dreams.
Evil Eye: A Penetrating Blend for Spiritual Protection. Juniper, Rose & Vetivert penetrate the senses to create a ward of protection for you and yours.
Love Spell: A Warmly Stimulating Love Potion. Musk, Jasmine & Cedar craft a love potion to warm your heart and stir your sensuality.
Spell Caster: A powerful manifestation from a powerful spell caster. Cinnamon, Vanilla and Ginger create a powerful blend to open the path to manifesting your thoughts and dreams.
Eye of Newt: De-Spelling Negativity. Sandalwood, Sage and Peppermint clear your space of residual negativity and raise vibrations to break negative spells.
Dragon's Blood: Sweet Smokey Resin to Power Up your Magic. Dragon’s Blood, a resin from China, the East Indies and South America comes from some of the earth’s oldest trees. This resin helps one define and empower spells.
We've also done a big restocking of other Coventry Creations products; such as the Blessed Herbal Candles, Triple Blessing Candles, and the Spellkits. Come in and see for yourself!
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Coming Soon!
Coming Soon!
Scarlet and other members of the staff will be blogging about recommended readings based on themes.
- spellcrafting
- wicca 101
- herb lore
- egyptian study
- psychic abilities
- alternative healing
- rites and rituals
- ceremonial magic
And more! Keep watching here for more news on this new set of articles to come!
Scarlet and other members of the staff will be blogging about recommended readings based on themes.
- spellcrafting
- wicca 101
- herb lore
- egyptian study
- psychic abilities
- alternative healing
- rites and rituals
- ceremonial magic
And more! Keep watching here for more news on this new set of articles to come!
Book in the February PART 2
Rootwork by Tayannah Lee McQuillar
$16.00 ISBN: 0743235347
Rootwork is spellbook that looks at component and magical work based on Black American folk beliefs. Rootwork is a form of American Hoodoo. It is not a religion but a tool for creating change in the real world. The first part of this book is an introduction to rootwork. The second part of the book is a compliation of spells that are easy to use.
Nine Worlds of Seid-Magic by Jenny Blain
$49.95 ISBN: 0415256518
Jenny Blain is among the few Pagan academic writers of out times. This book is a thorough look at Northern European Shamanism and magical practice. J Blain enlightens us aboutthe Seidr rites and rituals, the cosmology of the Northern Europeans, Seeresses and shamanistic practices, as well as cultural activites and ancester worship. This is a Routeledge Publication and highly recommended for anyone wanting to delve deeply into authentic culture and worship. Count of Routeledge to provide us with incredible academic studies, and count of Jenny Blain to bring Paganism to the academic forefront! A must have for any serious practitioner of Norse traditions.
The Wiccan Mystic by Ben Gruagach
$29.95 ISBN: 978-0615143118
What is a Mystery Religion? Is Wicca a Mystery Religion? B Gruagach explores these issues in this byeond Wicca 101 book. He explores the path of the mystic and the mysteries of initiation, Ethics and philosophy, theory and practice, ritual, and living a mystical life as a Wiccan. This is NOT a beginners book. For our growing religion, it is refreshing to see mre intermediate and advanced looks into the path we practice.
A Handbook for Wiccan Clergy by Kevin M Gardner
$33.95 ISBN: 978-1434339232
As Wicca grows, like any religion, it develops a clergy that serves the people. Yet, there has not been very much written for those on a clergy path. This book is divided five parts. The first part is a collection of ritual for rites of passage. Personally, I find that there are better books for this, but this is still a decent base outline of generic rituals. The second part explores myths and fables from a few different cultural backgrounds, including some meditations and rituals to connect with the themes in these stories. The third part examines methods of meditation. Both of these are very shallow looks, but good introductions. It is at part four where the book really gets interesting with "things to ponder". Here is challenges you to consider issues and beliefs and discuss and realize things for yourself. The last part addresses Pastoral Counselling. As a whole, I find it an excellent starting point for people wanting to consider the path of clergy. However, it is just that, a starting point.
$16.00 ISBN: 0743235347
Rootwork is spellbook that looks at component and magical work based on Black American folk beliefs. Rootwork is a form of American Hoodoo. It is not a religion but a tool for creating change in the real world. The first part of this book is an introduction to rootwork. The second part of the book is a compliation of spells that are easy to use.
Nine Worlds of Seid-Magic by Jenny Blain
$49.95 ISBN: 0415256518
Jenny Blain is among the few Pagan academic writers of out times. This book is a thorough look at Northern European Shamanism and magical practice. J Blain enlightens us aboutthe Seidr rites and rituals, the cosmology of the Northern Europeans, Seeresses and shamanistic practices, as well as cultural activites and ancester worship. This is a Routeledge Publication and highly recommended for anyone wanting to delve deeply into authentic culture and worship. Count of Routeledge to provide us with incredible academic studies, and count of Jenny Blain to bring Paganism to the academic forefront! A must have for any serious practitioner of Norse traditions.
The Wiccan Mystic by Ben Gruagach
$29.95 ISBN: 978-0615143118
What is a Mystery Religion? Is Wicca a Mystery Religion? B Gruagach explores these issues in this byeond Wicca 101 book. He explores the path of the mystic and the mysteries of initiation, Ethics and philosophy, theory and practice, ritual, and living a mystical life as a Wiccan. This is NOT a beginners book. For our growing religion, it is refreshing to see mre intermediate and advanced looks into the path we practice.
A Handbook for Wiccan Clergy by Kevin M Gardner
$33.95 ISBN: 978-1434339232
As Wicca grows, like any religion, it develops a clergy that serves the people. Yet, there has not been very much written for those on a clergy path. This book is divided five parts. The first part is a collection of ritual for rites of passage. Personally, I find that there are better books for this, but this is still a decent base outline of generic rituals. The second part explores myths and fables from a few different cultural backgrounds, including some meditations and rituals to connect with the themes in these stories. The third part examines methods of meditation. Both of these are very shallow looks, but good introductions. It is at part four where the book really gets interesting with "things to ponder". Here is challenges you to consider issues and beliefs and discuss and realize things for yourself. The last part addresses Pastoral Counselling. As a whole, I find it an excellent starting point for people wanting to consider the path of clergy. However, it is just that, a starting point.
Monday, February 04, 2008
Books in this February PART 1
The Wiccan Year by Judy Ann Nock
$15.95 ISBN: 159869125
Another great book by JA Nock! If you liked A Witch's Grimoire or other Provenance Press books, this will be a great addition to your library. This is a delightful look at traditions and rituals, activities and spells for each of the eight sabbats in the Wiccan Year.
Seven Stars by Michaela Sefler
$28.00 ISBN: 1882918045
This is a collection of mystical poetry inspired by the Qabbala. M Sefler is local to Montreal. Her poetry will be a beautiful addition to any ritual.
The Everything Spells & Charms Book by Skye Alexander
$17.95 ISBN: 1598693867
Another amazing book in the Everything collection. This is a second edition! Explore magic and styles, elements and tools, and everything you need to know how to cast spells and make charms.
Giant Book of Magic by Cassandra Eason
$8.95 ISBN: 1845294068
This is an incredible price for a hardcover book. C Eason is a thorough author and this is again shown in this book. She takes you through cultural forms of magic and many other types. I have not seen a more comprehensive look at methods of magic.
$15.95 ISBN: 159869125
Another great book by JA Nock! If you liked A Witch's Grimoire or other Provenance Press books, this will be a great addition to your library. This is a delightful look at traditions and rituals, activities and spells for each of the eight sabbats in the Wiccan Year.
Seven Stars by Michaela Sefler
$28.00 ISBN: 1882918045
This is a collection of mystical poetry inspired by the Qabbala. M Sefler is local to Montreal. Her poetry will be a beautiful addition to any ritual.
The Everything Spells & Charms Book by Skye Alexander
$17.95 ISBN: 1598693867
Another amazing book in the Everything collection. This is a second edition! Explore magic and styles, elements and tools, and everything you need to know how to cast spells and make charms.
Giant Book of Magic by Cassandra Eason
$8.95 ISBN: 1845294068
This is an incredible price for a hardcover book. C Eason is a thorough author and this is again shown in this book. She takes you through cultural forms of magic and many other types. I have not seen a more comprehensive look at methods of magic.
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