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News, events, and other interesting tidbits of the goings-on here at our store.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Saturday, October 20, 2007
New Books of Note
Cultural Books:
We are endeavoring to provide more substantial books for the intermediate and edvanced practitioners seeking in depth material for their studies.
Living Santeria: Ritual and Experiences in an Afro-Cuban Religion
By: Michael Atwood Mason
$25.00 ISBN: 1588340775
This is an anthropology book for Latin American Studies. It focuses on practices, divination, ritual and religious identity. This is a concise and well-written ethnography and an excellent addition to anyone interested in this culture or religion.
HEKA: The Ancient Practices of Ancient Egyptian Ritual & Magic
By: David Rankine
$29.50 ISBN: 1905297076
A book that impressed the staff at the store greatly. It is misleading with its small size, however, once you begin to read through it you realize the enormous amount of information compiled for the reader. Heka is Egyptian magical practice and energy. This book reveals the lore and correspondances used in this mysterious practice. You will discover deities and spirits, symbols, colours, numbers, tools, gestures, ancient incense recipes, ceremonies and rites, amulets and dream interpretations all tied neatly with translated references from Egyptian texts.
Tea & Coffee Books:
As we are slowly opening up our new section on teas in the store, we are bringing in some interesting books to support this fun and fascinating new line.
Telling Fortunes by Tea Leaves
By: Cicely Kent
$15.95 ISBN: 9781406519013
This is an old classic text this is both rare and had been out of print for some time. Dodo Press has revived it for us! It explains all you need to know about tea leaf reading, where it came from and how it is done. In contains an extensive list of the symbols and how to interpret them. The best part of this book is the pictures of the symbols. They are not stylized perfect drawings, but more closely resemble what you would actually see in a cup. If you do divination by tea leaves, this is a must have!
Your Fortune in a Coffee Cup
By: Sahar Huneidi
$25.95 ISBN: 9781859062227
Divination with coffee is common in Romania, Greece and Turkey. This is a box set that includes the small Turkish coffee cup and saucer, as well as an instruction book. We recommend you buy a rakwa (also called tanaka in Arabic or cezve in Turkish) for making the coffee in, though you can use any small stove top pot. Depends on how authentic you wish to be. This book is very clear and detailed on how to properly prepare the coffee for this divination and how to interpret the images found in the cup from the coffee grounds. Like the book mentioned above, it contains pictures of what will actually appear in the cup with lots of advice on how to interpret what you see.
NOTE: You may want to take Nathalie Menard's Tasseomancy (Tasseography) workshop (October 27th, 3-5 pm, $35.00) here at the store for your own real experience!
Halloween Books:
It is the time of Samhain and we are laoding our tables with related books and supplies. The following are some books on Halloween traditions, ghosts, vampires, and Pagan practices.
Ghost Stories of Canada
By John Robert Colombo
$18.99 ISBN: 0888822227
At last some Candian works!! Canada has a wealth of spooky tales and places. Colombo has seen most and been to or heard about them all across Canada. This book recounts the tales from the Maratimes, to the West Coast, and even into the North of Canada.
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By Ed Morrow
$18.95 ISBN: 0806522275
This is a phenomenal do-it-yourself handbook on all things Halloween from decor, to cooking, to parties, to costumes and lore! It is chalk full of tidbits and info as well as details for creating a fun Halloween event!
Halloween: Pagan Festivals to Trick or Treat
By: Mark Oxbrow
$23.50 ISBN: 1903254124
Halloween is one of most popular secular festivals around the world. The fascinating parts are always a mystery. Where did Halloween and hits customs come from? How is it celebrated in other places around the world? This book focuses on all the questions and more. While many of the photos and information is British Isles based, it still touches on other locals and cultures. Worth getting for the stories and poetry alone!
The Nocturnal Witch Collection: Book of Shadows from the Shadows
By: Konstantinos
$28.95 ISBN:9780738711560
For those into the darker arts of the Craft and the spirituality of the Shadow Self, this two-volume box set is ideal. Konstantinos captivated us and opens our minds to other ways of seeing and encourages us to look deeper into ourselves. If you are familiar with his works, this box set includes Nocturnal Witchcraft and Gothic Grimoire.
A Witch's Halloween: A Complete Guide to Magick, Incantations, Recipes, Spells, & Lore
By: Gerina Dunwich
$13.95 ISBN: 1598693409
Another excellent book in Gerina Dunwich's collection. She takes you into the heart of Pagan practices that revolve around this time of year. She looks at the evolution of the Halloween traditions and how Pagans today express them. She reveals the lore and legends and superstitions. She provides us with correspondances for herbs, gives us incantations we can use in our own rituals ans Sabbat recipes!
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If you are looking for a public event for this holiday:
When: Friday, November 2, 2007 at 6:30 pm
Where: 2090 MacKay Street (Guy-Concordia Metro)
What to Bring:
1. Items to place upon our Altar of Remembrance
2. Feast food (with a list of ingredients) and feast gear for our Silent Supper Feast taking place after the Ritual. Feel free to bring extra gear for your departed friends and relatives.
3. Divination tools for use after the Silent Supper feast
We respectfully request that any food brought to the Ritual be free of nuts and nut oils (including peanut and almond oils) to accommodate ritual participants with very severe nut allergies. We also (unfortunately) cannot permit the consumption of alcohol during the feast due to university policy. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in these matters.
We are endeavoring to provide more substantial books for the intermediate and edvanced practitioners seeking in depth material for their studies.
Living Santeria: Ritual and Experiences in an Afro-Cuban Religion
By: Michael Atwood Mason
$25.00 ISBN: 1588340775
This is an anthropology book for Latin American Studies. It focuses on practices, divination, ritual and religious identity. This is a concise and well-written ethnography and an excellent addition to anyone interested in this culture or religion.
HEKA: The Ancient Practices of Ancient Egyptian Ritual & Magic
By: David Rankine
$29.50 ISBN: 1905297076
A book that impressed the staff at the store greatly. It is misleading with its small size, however, once you begin to read through it you realize the enormous amount of information compiled for the reader. Heka is Egyptian magical practice and energy. This book reveals the lore and correspondances used in this mysterious practice. You will discover deities and spirits, symbols, colours, numbers, tools, gestures, ancient incense recipes, ceremonies and rites, amulets and dream interpretations all tied neatly with translated references from Egyptian texts.
Tea & Coffee Books:
As we are slowly opening up our new section on teas in the store, we are bringing in some interesting books to support this fun and fascinating new line.
Telling Fortunes by Tea Leaves
By: Cicely Kent
$15.95 ISBN: 9781406519013
This is an old classic text this is both rare and had been out of print for some time. Dodo Press has revived it for us! It explains all you need to know about tea leaf reading, where it came from and how it is done. In contains an extensive list of the symbols and how to interpret them. The best part of this book is the pictures of the symbols. They are not stylized perfect drawings, but more closely resemble what you would actually see in a cup. If you do divination by tea leaves, this is a must have!
Your Fortune in a Coffee Cup
By: Sahar Huneidi
$25.95 ISBN: 9781859062227
Divination with coffee is common in Romania, Greece and Turkey. This is a box set that includes the small Turkish coffee cup and saucer, as well as an instruction book. We recommend you buy a rakwa (also called tanaka in Arabic or cezve in Turkish) for making the coffee in, though you can use any small stove top pot. Depends on how authentic you wish to be. This book is very clear and detailed on how to properly prepare the coffee for this divination and how to interpret the images found in the cup from the coffee grounds. Like the book mentioned above, it contains pictures of what will actually appear in the cup with lots of advice on how to interpret what you see.
NOTE: You may want to take Nathalie Menard's Tasseomancy (Tasseography) workshop (October 27th, 3-5 pm, $35.00) here at the store for your own real experience!
Halloween Books:
It is the time of Samhain and we are laoding our tables with related books and supplies. The following are some books on Halloween traditions, ghosts, vampires, and Pagan practices.
Ghost Stories of Canada
By John Robert Colombo
$18.99 ISBN: 0888822227
At last some Candian works!! Canada has a wealth of spooky tales and places. Colombo has seen most and been to or heard about them all across Canada. This book recounts the tales from the Maratimes, to the West Coast, and even into the North of Canada.
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AN INTRODUCTION TO GHOST HUNTING (workshop with Hobbes)
Ever heard something go bump in the night? Have you ever seen a ghost? Have you ever spent a night in a haunted house? This workshop is a practical introduction to conducting your own Ghost Hunting Investigation. No experience necessary. Open mind required.
Thursday, October 25th, 6pm-9pm $25
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The Halloween HandbookBy Ed Morrow
$18.95 ISBN: 0806522275
This is a phenomenal do-it-yourself handbook on all things Halloween from decor, to cooking, to parties, to costumes and lore! It is chalk full of tidbits and info as well as details for creating a fun Halloween event!
Halloween: Pagan Festivals to Trick or Treat
By: Mark Oxbrow
$23.50 ISBN: 1903254124
Halloween is one of most popular secular festivals around the world. The fascinating parts are always a mystery. Where did Halloween and hits customs come from? How is it celebrated in other places around the world? This book focuses on all the questions and more. While many of the photos and information is British Isles based, it still touches on other locals and cultures. Worth getting for the stories and poetry alone!
The Nocturnal Witch Collection: Book of Shadows from the Shadows
By: Konstantinos
$28.95 ISBN:9780738711560
For those into the darker arts of the Craft and the spirituality of the Shadow Self, this two-volume box set is ideal. Konstantinos captivated us and opens our minds to other ways of seeing and encourages us to look deeper into ourselves. If you are familiar with his works, this box set includes Nocturnal Witchcraft and Gothic Grimoire.
A Witch's Halloween: A Complete Guide to Magick, Incantations, Recipes, Spells, & Lore
By: Gerina Dunwich
$13.95 ISBN: 1598693409
Another excellent book in Gerina Dunwich's collection. She takes you into the heart of Pagan practices that revolve around this time of year. She looks at the evolution of the Halloween traditions and how Pagans today express them. She reveals the lore and legends and superstitions. She provides us with correspondances for herbs, gives us incantations we can use in our own rituals ans Sabbat recipes!
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If you are looking for a public event for this holiday:
CUPS: Samhain Ritual 2007
CUPS presents their annual Samhain Ritual! Come join us for a night of reflection and remembrance.When: Friday, November 2, 2007 at 6:30 pm
Where: 2090 MacKay Street (Guy-Concordia Metro)
What to Bring:
1. Items to place upon our Altar of Remembrance
2. Feast food (with a list of ingredients) and feast gear for our Silent Supper Feast taking place after the Ritual. Feel free to bring extra gear for your departed friends and relatives.
3. Divination tools for use after the Silent Supper feast
We respectfully request that any food brought to the Ritual be free of nuts and nut oils (including peanut and almond oils) to accommodate ritual participants with very severe nut allergies. We also (unfortunately) cannot permit the consumption of alcohol during the feast due to university policy. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in these matters.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
November Workshops
Here are some of the wonderful courses that will becoming up between now and the end of November:
SPIRIT MESSAGE CIRCLE (Catharine)
This is a weekly group that is open to everyone. You may come as often as you wish. Each week, Catharine will talk about a theme, give a mini lesson on issues relevant to our lives, on the seasons, on symbols and on life cycles. A guided meditation is given to provide protection and relief from stress. At the end, everyone will receive a short psychic message!
Thursday November 1st, 6 - 8 p.m. $15.00
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level I (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine. Saturday November 3rd 1 - 3 pm $30.00
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level II (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine. Saturday, November 3rd, 3:30-6 pm, $40
PROBLEM SOLVING WHILE YOU SLEEP (Layne Dalfen)
What does a solution look like when it comes in the form of a picture? Layne Dalfen, author of 'Dreams Do Come True: Decoding Your Dreams To Discover Your Full Potential', will teach you easy approached to uncovering why you had that dream last night, and how to decode solutions to your current issues that appear in your dreams. Learn how to propel your problem solving skills!
Sunday, November 4th, 1—3 pm $30
TEA MEDITATION WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Come learn the tradition of Chinese Tea Meditations as Scarlet guides you through the symbols and actions of etiquette and being in the NOW with unique selected teas.
Monday, November 5th, 7-9 pm, $20
EXPLORING THE HEART CHAKRA WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Heart Chakra dealing with love, devotion, compassion, healing, comfort, harmony, grief and emotional pain. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation.
Thursday Nov. 8th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $30.00
KITCHEN WITCHERY (Maery)
Are you what you eat? Food is something very present in our everyday lives, but is often overlooked. Kitchen withcery teaches and raises awareness of this powerful and sacred act. Learn how to cook and create concoctions for health, beauty, protection, love and prosperity.
Friday, November 9th, 6-8 pm, $30
INTRODUCTION TO THE TAROT (Robyn)
Sometimes it takes more then a tiny little pamphlet to know how to read your cards. In this basic level course we will be discussing the archetypal meanings of the trump cards as well as the general functions of the minor arcana. Please bring your own tarot deck to study with.
Saturday, November 10th, 1-3 pm, $30.00
METHODS OF MEDITATION (Robyn)
Have you ever wanted to meditate, but are not certain which technique will work best for you? Meditation is a means by which people work toward a sense of balance, stress relief and inner harmony. Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and together we will explore several different meditation styles and theories to help you find the way that feels most right for you. * There will be some practical exercises, so please wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a floor mat or cushion .*
Sunday, November 11th, 1-3 pm, $30
INTRODUCTION TO THE KABBALAH (Michael Straw)
Details forthcoming
Sunday, November 11th, 1—3 pm FREE
TAROT II WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Tarot is a complex system of divination. This workshop assumes that you have a deck and are familiar with the basic meanings of your cards. We will take the next step in understanding the tarot. You will learn the meanings of card combinations, explore various types of tarot spreads, and how to create your own spreads!
Thursday, November 15th, 7-9 pm, $20
METHODS OF DIVINATION (Maery)
Have you ever wanted a glimpse into your future? Ever wonder what it would be like to be able to make predictions and decipher omens? What tools do you need? How does it work? And will it work for you? In this Workshop we will cover various methods of divination, their pros and cons, and help you find out what will work best for you. Come experiment and learn over 10 different ways of divining the future. Topics include Ogham, Runes, Tarot, Pendulums, Scrying and Much more!
Friday November 16th, 6—8 pm $30
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level I (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine.
Saturday November 17th 1 - 3 pm $30.00
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level II (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine.
Saturday, November 17th, 3:30-6 pm, $40
WICCAN THERAPEUTIC THOUCH (Meri Fowler)
Learn this wonderful healing modality and go deeper into an understanding of the healing powers of the Elements. Therapeutic Touch is derived from the ancient practice of laying-on of hands. It is connected to the concept of universal life energy and field theory, which sees all energy as interconnected and in movement. This four hour workshop will teach participants the basics of TT which they can begin using immediately to help others. Following a Wiccan framework we will then incorporate the Elements and God/Goddess energy in the work as well as exploring the ethics of TT in relation to the Rede and the Rule of Three. Self-TT and distance-TT will also be addressed. No prior experience is necessary. An understanding of Wiccan principals would be helpful.
Sunday, November 18th, 1-5 $40
EXPLORING THE THROAT CHAKRA WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Throat Chakra dealing with communication, expression, responsibility, truth & lies, faith, your true nature and the lies we tell ourselves. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation.
Thursday Nov. 22nd, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $30.00
MEDICINAL TEAS (Maery)
Natural remedies are slowly getting more and more publicity, and more anecdotal evidence that they really do work. Come and learn simple homeopathic remedies that really work inside your teacup. Learn how to soothe indigestion, calm headaches, boost your immune system and much, much more.
Thursday, November 22nd, 6 -68 pm $30
FREE REIKI LECTURE (Robyn)
The word 'Reiki' comes from the Japanese Rei meaning 'universal' and Ki meaning 'life energy'. This energy is also known of in other cultures, and can as easily be recognized as Prana, Mana, Chi or Ruach. This universal life energy animates all life, and flows through all of us, all of the time. Come to this free introductory lecture to learn more about this beautiful method of healing and relaxation, and to ask any questions that you may have about Reiki and how it works.
Friday, November 23rd, 7-8 pm FREE
REIKI LEVEL ONE (Robyn)
Join us in this two day long course to learn all you need to know to become a First Degree Reiki Practitioner. Topics covered will include: the history and origins of Reiki, the ethics of being a Reiki practitioner, what the hand positions are in a full Reiki session, how to treat others as well as yourself, and formal initiation to the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki using the American Reiki Mastery Association's style of initiations. Ample time will be given for practice as well.
Saturday November 24th, 10-5 & Sunday November 25th, 12-5 $150
SPIRIT MESSAGE CIRCLE (Catharine)
This is a weekly group that is open to everyone. You may come as often as you wish. Each week, Catharine will talk about a theme, give a mini lesson on issues relevant to our lives, on the seasons, on symbols and on life cycles. A guided meditation is given to provide protection and relief from stress. At the end, everyone will receive a short psychic message!
Thursday November 29th, 6 - 8 p.m. $15.00
MAGICAL TEAS WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Throughout history and across cultures, teas have been used for many different purposes from love potions, to healing, comfort, meditation and ritual. In this workshop discover the meaning and uses of various herbs in teas for magical properties and discover how to blend them yourself! One free cup of the tea blend you created in class!
Thursday Nov. 29th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $30.00
SPIRIT MESSAGE CIRCLE (Catharine)
This is a weekly group that is open to everyone. You may come as often as you wish. Each week, Catharine will talk about a theme, give a mini lesson on issues relevant to our lives, on the seasons, on symbols and on life cycles. A guided meditation is given to provide protection and relief from stress. At the end, everyone will receive a short psychic message!
Thursday November 1st, 6 - 8 p.m. $15.00
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level I (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine. Saturday November 3rd 1 - 3 pm $30.00
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level II (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine. Saturday, November 3rd, 3:30-6 pm, $40
PROBLEM SOLVING WHILE YOU SLEEP (Layne Dalfen)
What does a solution look like when it comes in the form of a picture? Layne Dalfen, author of 'Dreams Do Come True: Decoding Your Dreams To Discover Your Full Potential', will teach you easy approached to uncovering why you had that dream last night, and how to decode solutions to your current issues that appear in your dreams. Learn how to propel your problem solving skills!
Sunday, November 4th, 1—3 pm $30
TEA MEDITATION WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Come learn the tradition of Chinese Tea Meditations as Scarlet guides you through the symbols and actions of etiquette and being in the NOW with unique selected teas.
Monday, November 5th, 7-9 pm, $20
EXPLORING THE HEART CHAKRA WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Heart Chakra dealing with love, devotion, compassion, healing, comfort, harmony, grief and emotional pain. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation.
Thursday Nov. 8th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $30.00
KITCHEN WITCHERY (Maery)
Are you what you eat? Food is something very present in our everyday lives, but is often overlooked. Kitchen withcery teaches and raises awareness of this powerful and sacred act. Learn how to cook and create concoctions for health, beauty, protection, love and prosperity.
Friday, November 9th, 6-8 pm, $30
INTRODUCTION TO THE TAROT (Robyn)
Sometimes it takes more then a tiny little pamphlet to know how to read your cards. In this basic level course we will be discussing the archetypal meanings of the trump cards as well as the general functions of the minor arcana. Please bring your own tarot deck to study with.
Saturday, November 10th, 1-3 pm, $30.00
METHODS OF MEDITATION (Robyn)
Have you ever wanted to meditate, but are not certain which technique will work best for you? Meditation is a means by which people work toward a sense of balance, stress relief and inner harmony. Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and together we will explore several different meditation styles and theories to help you find the way that feels most right for you. * There will be some practical exercises, so please wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a floor mat or cushion .*
Sunday, November 11th, 1-3 pm, $30
INTRODUCTION TO THE KABBALAH (Michael Straw)
Details forthcoming
Sunday, November 11th, 1—3 pm FREE
TAROT II WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Tarot is a complex system of divination. This workshop assumes that you have a deck and are familiar with the basic meanings of your cards. We will take the next step in understanding the tarot. You will learn the meanings of card combinations, explore various types of tarot spreads, and how to create your own spreads!
Thursday, November 15th, 7-9 pm, $20
METHODS OF DIVINATION (Maery)
Have you ever wanted a glimpse into your future? Ever wonder what it would be like to be able to make predictions and decipher omens? What tools do you need? How does it work? And will it work for you? In this Workshop we will cover various methods of divination, their pros and cons, and help you find out what will work best for you. Come experiment and learn over 10 different ways of divining the future. Topics include Ogham, Runes, Tarot, Pendulums, Scrying and Much more!
Friday November 16th, 6—8 pm $30
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level I (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine.
Saturday November 17th 1 - 3 pm $30.00
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Level II (Catharine)
Being able to tell the difference between intuition, prediction, clairvoyance, predictive dreams, deja vu, gut feelings etc. is essential to developing your abilities. We will discuss the various ways psychic abilities manifest and do hands on exercises to test your present level. At the end we will have a message circle where each participant will receive messages from Spirit with Catharine.
Saturday, November 17th, 3:30-6 pm, $40
WICCAN THERAPEUTIC THOUCH (Meri Fowler)
Learn this wonderful healing modality and go deeper into an understanding of the healing powers of the Elements. Therapeutic Touch is derived from the ancient practice of laying-on of hands. It is connected to the concept of universal life energy and field theory, which sees all energy as interconnected and in movement. This four hour workshop will teach participants the basics of TT which they can begin using immediately to help others. Following a Wiccan framework we will then incorporate the Elements and God/Goddess energy in the work as well as exploring the ethics of TT in relation to the Rede and the Rule of Three. Self-TT and distance-TT will also be addressed. No prior experience is necessary. An understanding of Wiccan principals would be helpful.
Sunday, November 18th, 1-5 $40
EXPLORING THE THROAT CHAKRA WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Chakras are energy pools within us. Throughout our lives we draw energy from these pools and accumulate experiences which may block the flow of the energy. We continue with the Throat Chakra dealing with communication, expression, responsibility, truth & lies, faith, your true nature and the lies we tell ourselves. In this workshop, you will discover the various correspondences associated with this chakra that will help you explore it, cleanse it and balance it. We will end the session with an exploratory meditation.
Thursday Nov. 22nd, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $30.00
MEDICINAL TEAS (Maery)
Natural remedies are slowly getting more and more publicity, and more anecdotal evidence that they really do work. Come and learn simple homeopathic remedies that really work inside your teacup. Learn how to soothe indigestion, calm headaches, boost your immune system and much, much more.
Thursday, November 22nd, 6 -68 pm $30
FREE REIKI LECTURE (Robyn)
The word 'Reiki' comes from the Japanese Rei meaning 'universal' and Ki meaning 'life energy'. This energy is also known of in other cultures, and can as easily be recognized as Prana, Mana, Chi or Ruach. This universal life energy animates all life, and flows through all of us, all of the time. Come to this free introductory lecture to learn more about this beautiful method of healing and relaxation, and to ask any questions that you may have about Reiki and how it works.
Friday, November 23rd, 7-8 pm FREE
REIKI LEVEL ONE (Robyn)
Join us in this two day long course to learn all you need to know to become a First Degree Reiki Practitioner. Topics covered will include: the history and origins of Reiki, the ethics of being a Reiki practitioner, what the hand positions are in a full Reiki session, how to treat others as well as yourself, and formal initiation to the Usui Shiki Ryoho style of Reiki using the American Reiki Mastery Association's style of initiations. Ample time will be given for practice as well.
Saturday November 24th, 10-5 & Sunday November 25th, 12-5 $150
SPIRIT MESSAGE CIRCLE (Catharine)
This is a weekly group that is open to everyone. You may come as often as you wish. Each week, Catharine will talk about a theme, give a mini lesson on issues relevant to our lives, on the seasons, on symbols and on life cycles. A guided meditation is given to provide protection and relief from stress. At the end, everyone will receive a short psychic message!
Thursday November 29th, 6 - 8 p.m. $15.00
MAGICAL TEAS WORKSHOP (Scarlet)
Throughout history and across cultures, teas have been used for many different purposes from love potions, to healing, comfort, meditation and ritual. In this workshop discover the meaning and uses of various herbs in teas for magical properties and discover how to blend them yourself! One free cup of the tea blend you created in class!
Thursday Nov. 29th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $30.00
Friday, October 12, 2007
We're at the Romani Yag!
This weekend Melange Magique will be holding a space in the Romani Yag's vendor room (located in the Ukranian Federation building, 5231 Hutchison Ave.) The festival itself has many promising events and concerts planned, and we're very excited to be a part of it.
Come and visit us when you join the Festival!
For more information about the Romani Yag, visit http://www.romaniyag.com/ .
Come and visit us when you join the Festival!
For more information about the Romani Yag, visit http://www.romaniyag.com/ .
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
New & Exciting!
There are new items in the store and due to arrive soon. ALSO! Also, we have a new service coming soon.
What is back in stock?
- Root Chakra Kits
- Chakra Flash Cards
- Elemental Candles
- various herbs (now that some harvests are now in)
- Cauldrons
- Mortars and Pestles
What is new and in store now?
- Egyptian statues
- Handmade Soaps for Samhain
- Driftwood Dragon Incense Burners
- Gemstone Reiki & Massage Wands (quartz, rose quartz, fluorite, agate)
- Gemstone Pendulums
- Mini Lucky cats for Feng Shui
- Glowing Globes
- Naval Chakra Kits
- Calendars & Agendas for 2008
Books from the NEW shelf:
"Wicca's Charm" by Catherine Edwards Sanders
ISBN: 0877881987 $20.99
Understanding the spiritual hunger behind the rise of modern witchcraft and pagan spirituality. This is a great academic study with discussion questions in the back and an excellent list for further reading!
"Tea Bliss" by Theresa Cheung
ISBN: 157324211x $18.95
Infuse your life with health, wisdom, and contentment. This informative book is beautifully presented and teaches you the proper ways to blend and steep teas, methods for serving it, meditations, and healing with tea. A book for the true connaissuer!
"Dreams Do Come True" by Layne Dalfen
ISBN: 158062636x $19.95
Decoding your dreams to discover your full potential. This book is a guide on how to analyze your dreams. Take advantage of this now! The author will be in our store on November 4th leading a workshop from 1-3pm on Dream Interpretation ($30) and will be signing books after the course!
Coming to the store soon:
- Healing Milk Baths (from the people who brought you the Badger Balms)
- Onyx Chalices
- oils
TEA CORNER:
This month we are building a tea corner. We will be offering a selection of fine, hand-picked and custom blended teas for your magical and spiritual needs. Glass tea pots and zodiac blooming teas are ALREADY available. Soon there will be more teas, prepackaged for your convenience and loose in our Apothecary. You will be able to ask for a tea specially blended just for you for that day or in a larger amount for you to take home and enjoy. Comfy chairs are now in place where you may sit and relax. And soon, we will have tea ready to drink for a simple donation of 50 cents!
Watch for this new service!
Related workshops also coming in November!!
What is back in stock?
- Root Chakra Kits
- Chakra Flash Cards
- Elemental Candles
- various herbs (now that some harvests are now in)
- Cauldrons
- Mortars and Pestles
What is new and in store now?
- Egyptian statues
- Handmade Soaps for Samhain
- Driftwood Dragon Incense Burners
- Gemstone Reiki & Massage Wands (quartz, rose quartz, fluorite, agate)
- Gemstone Pendulums
- Mini Lucky cats for Feng Shui
- Glowing Globes
- Naval Chakra Kits
- Calendars & Agendas for 2008
Books from the NEW shelf:
"Wicca's Charm" by Catherine Edwards Sanders
ISBN: 0877881987 $20.99
Understanding the spiritual hunger behind the rise of modern witchcraft and pagan spirituality. This is a great academic study with discussion questions in the back and an excellent list for further reading!
"Tea Bliss" by Theresa Cheung
ISBN: 157324211x $18.95
Infuse your life with health, wisdom, and contentment. This informative book is beautifully presented and teaches you the proper ways to blend and steep teas, methods for serving it, meditations, and healing with tea. A book for the true connaissuer!
"Dreams Do Come True" by Layne Dalfen
ISBN: 158062636x $19.95
Decoding your dreams to discover your full potential. This book is a guide on how to analyze your dreams. Take advantage of this now! The author will be in our store on November 4th leading a workshop from 1-3pm on Dream Interpretation ($30) and will be signing books after the course!
Coming to the store soon:
- Healing Milk Baths (from the people who brought you the Badger Balms)
- Onyx Chalices
- oils
TEA CORNER:
This month we are building a tea corner. We will be offering a selection of fine, hand-picked and custom blended teas for your magical and spiritual needs. Glass tea pots and zodiac blooming teas are ALREADY available. Soon there will be more teas, prepackaged for your convenience and loose in our Apothecary. You will be able to ask for a tea specially blended just for you for that day or in a larger amount for you to take home and enjoy. Comfy chairs are now in place where you may sit and relax. And soon, we will have tea ready to drink for a simple donation of 50 cents!
Watch for this new service!
Related workshops also coming in November!!
Monday, October 08, 2007
Root Chakra
There is a great series of workshops in progress for the chakras. Every 2 weeks, will be in information session on a chakra. Those who are following the entire series will spend the days in between working on that chakra. A couple weeks ago the class for the Root Chakra was given with an excellent group of 6 participants. Here is some information about the Root Chakra:
ROOT CHAKRA
The root chakra is located at the very base f the spine, specifically where the perineum is on your body. It ties in the secondary and tertiary chakra points of your legs, knees and especially your feet.
This is the chakra of EARTH and of GROUNDING. Its colors are reds, browns, and black. The gemstones for this chakra are onyx, obsidian, jet, red jasper, garnet, hematite, bloodstone, smokey or black quartz, and black tourmaline. The herbs and oils for this chakra are oakmoss, Irish moss, patchouli, vetivert, cedar, myrrh, red sandalwood, styrax (also called storax).
If you wish to ingest substances to help connect with this chakra, eat foods that are high in protein or slow and heavy in the body... grounding foods. These include red meats, dairy products, legumes, grains and breads, hearty oatmeal. For those who like teas, we recommend a gentle green powdered macha, a roasted genmacha, or solomon's seal tea.
This chakra is associated with male sexual energy, grounding, carnal and material needs, basic needs (food, shelter, safety), stability, survival, perseverance, your foundations. You know you have problems or blocks with your root if you have many problems with bowel movements, aches and pains in the legs and feet, anxiety. FEAR blocks this chakra. Work through the things you are afraid of to clear out and open this chakra. Face your fears, understand them, and then let them go. It does not mean you will not be afraid, but that you will not be paralyzed by these fears. You feel balanced and grounded, more stable.
Some things you can do to meditate and connect with this chakra are to do exercises to work out the legs and develop balance (like standing in the Horse Stance), sitting still and relaxing, pamper your feet (foot and/or leg massages, pedicures).
This chakra is also about the RIGHT TO HAVE AND RIGHT TO BE. You have the right to BE who you are. You have the right to BE where you are. You have the right to basic needs, the right to feel safe and secure. You have the right to have material things in your life, the right to have success and stability. It does not mean to excess or for luxury, but to have what you need in life whatever those needs are.
ROOT CHAKRA
The root chakra is located at the very base f the spine, specifically where the perineum is on your body. It ties in the secondary and tertiary chakra points of your legs, knees and especially your feet.
This is the chakra of EARTH and of GROUNDING. Its colors are reds, browns, and black. The gemstones for this chakra are onyx, obsidian, jet, red jasper, garnet, hematite, bloodstone, smokey or black quartz, and black tourmaline. The herbs and oils for this chakra are oakmoss, Irish moss, patchouli, vetivert, cedar, myrrh, red sandalwood, styrax (also called storax).
If you wish to ingest substances to help connect with this chakra, eat foods that are high in protein or slow and heavy in the body... grounding foods. These include red meats, dairy products, legumes, grains and breads, hearty oatmeal. For those who like teas, we recommend a gentle green powdered macha, a roasted genmacha, or solomon's seal tea.
This chakra is associated with male sexual energy, grounding, carnal and material needs, basic needs (food, shelter, safety), stability, survival, perseverance, your foundations. You know you have problems or blocks with your root if you have many problems with bowel movements, aches and pains in the legs and feet, anxiety. FEAR blocks this chakra. Work through the things you are afraid of to clear out and open this chakra. Face your fears, understand them, and then let them go. It does not mean you will not be afraid, but that you will not be paralyzed by these fears. You feel balanced and grounded, more stable.
Some things you can do to meditate and connect with this chakra are to do exercises to work out the legs and develop balance (like standing in the Horse Stance), sitting still and relaxing, pamper your feet (foot and/or leg massages, pedicures).
This chakra is also about the RIGHT TO HAVE AND RIGHT TO BE. You have the right to BE who you are. You have the right to BE where you are. You have the right to basic needs, the right to feel safe and secure. You have the right to have material things in your life, the right to have success and stability. It does not mean to excess or for luxury, but to have what you need in life whatever those needs are.
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Herbs VS Teas
Every now and then, the store receives a complaint about an herb making a client ill. On the packaging of all our magical herbs, we do not recommend them for drinking, not without serious research into herbalism. Our packaged herbs are for magical use only.
If you seek herbs for ingesting for their magical properties, we ask that you please be patient as we are in the process of setting up a tea corner with magical and medicinal tea for sale as well as private blends from our Apothecary. The area is under construction and staff are under training.
For the time being, please consult the following:
"The Herb Book" by John Lust
or
A certified Herbalist
If you seek herbs for ingesting for their magical properties, we ask that you please be patient as we are in the process of setting up a tea corner with magical and medicinal tea for sale as well as private blends from our Apothecary. The area is under construction and staff are under training.
For the time being, please consult the following:
"The Herb Book" by John Lust
or
A certified Herbalist
Monday, October 01, 2007
And So the Wheel Turns
We have passed a great Fall Equinox. The weaher was incredible for ritual outdoors. Now we are moving into October and Samhain. This is a time to bring things to a close and evaluate the year. It is also a time to think about your ancestors. As the veil grows thinner between this worl and the Otherworld, It is easier to communicate with the other side, and so divination becomes important around this time of year.
Here at Melange Magique, we are also getting ready for this time of year. Whe are decorating for the Sabbat with cats, mice, pumpkin and more. We have received cauldrons and books about strange and scary creatures. We have even received some specialty items: Pentagram soaps and Pumpkin soaps, wands, Bast and Thoth statues.
We are also preparing for a new event: Romani Yag
We will be in attendance with a booth in their vending area. We hope to see you there, October 12-14th.
Here at Melange Magique, we are also getting ready for this time of year. Whe are decorating for the Sabbat with cats, mice, pumpkin and more. We have received cauldrons and books about strange and scary creatures. We have even received some specialty items: Pentagram soaps and Pumpkin soaps, wands, Bast and Thoth statues.
We are also preparing for a new event: Romani Yag
We will be in attendance with a booth in their vending area. We hope to see you there, October 12-14th.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Ateliers d'Halloween
Avec Samhain qui approche, plusieurs séminaires et ateliers voient le jour au Mélange Magique! En voici quelques uns
Spirit Message Circle (Catharine)
Cet atelier est un atelier hebdomadaire ouvert à tous. Vous pouvez faire partie de l'atelier aussi souvent que vous le voullez. Chaque semaine, Catharine abordera un thème et nous apportera en réflexion sur ce thème. Une méditation guidé est offert pour nous aider à se protéger et à perdre beaucoup de stress. Une fois le tout terminé, tout le monde reçois un message psychic personnel!
4 et 18 Octobre, 19:00 - 21:00, 15.00$
Energy Work for Beginners (Robyn & Maery)
Vous vous déjà demandé comment utiliser votre énergie à son plein potentiel. Ce séminaire couvre les bases pour augmenter son énergie, se protéger, se centrer et beaucoup plus. Venez apprendre comment ressentir et utiliser les énergies autour de vous, ce sera un outil puissant et versatile pour vous aider à guérir (autant vous-même que les autres), faire grandir votre confiance en soi et bien d'autres concept.
19 Octobre, 19:00-21:00, 30$
Ancestral Shrines (Scarlet)
Á ce temps de l'année, nous marquons la fin d'une saison, la fin d'une année et venons à terme avec plusieurs situations de notre vie. C'est aussi le temps d'honorer ceux qui nous ont quittés. Une des meilleures moyens est avec un "ancestral shrine". Dans cet atelier, nous vous apprenons comment monter ce genre d'altar, ce qui devrais et ne devrais pas y retrouver, ect. Vous apprendrez l'importance de cette coutume parmis plusieurs cultures.
22 Octobre, 19:00-21:00, 30$
Pour plus de cours, vous pouvez aller voir à cette adresse.
Spirit Message Circle (Catharine)
Cet atelier est un atelier hebdomadaire ouvert à tous. Vous pouvez faire partie de l'atelier aussi souvent que vous le voullez. Chaque semaine, Catharine abordera un thème et nous apportera en réflexion sur ce thème. Une méditation guidé est offert pour nous aider à se protéger et à perdre beaucoup de stress. Une fois le tout terminé, tout le monde reçois un message psychic personnel!
4 et 18 Octobre, 19:00 - 21:00, 15.00$
Energy Work for Beginners (Robyn & Maery)
Vous vous déjà demandé comment utiliser votre énergie à son plein potentiel. Ce séminaire couvre les bases pour augmenter son énergie, se protéger, se centrer et beaucoup plus. Venez apprendre comment ressentir et utiliser les énergies autour de vous, ce sera un outil puissant et versatile pour vous aider à guérir (autant vous-même que les autres), faire grandir votre confiance en soi et bien d'autres concept.
19 Octobre, 19:00-21:00, 30$
Ancestral Shrines (Scarlet)
Á ce temps de l'année, nous marquons la fin d'une saison, la fin d'une année et venons à terme avec plusieurs situations de notre vie. C'est aussi le temps d'honorer ceux qui nous ont quittés. Une des meilleures moyens est avec un "ancestral shrine". Dans cet atelier, nous vous apprenons comment monter ce genre d'altar, ce qui devrais et ne devrais pas y retrouver, ect. Vous apprendrez l'importance de cette coutume parmis plusieurs cultures.
22 Octobre, 19:00-21:00, 30$
Pour plus de cours, vous pouvez aller voir à cette adresse.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Harvesting the Year
September is the month of great harvests and the moving forward into a new school year. If you are looking for a meditation at this time, try this one!
12-Month Harvest Meditation
Settle into a comfortable position for meditation.
Center and ground your energy.
Focus on yourself and this month of harvest.
Think about the Life Path you are on at this moment.
What is that path?
Now think back 12 months to this time last year.
Where were you and what were you doing last September?
What things did you say goodbye to in last October?
What family support and love surrounded you last December?
What new steps in a time of January's quiet did you take?
What love filled you on your path last February?
What changes shifted in your Life Path last March? What seeds did you plant?
What was washed clean from your path in the April Showers?
What blossomed along your path in May?
How did you warm the path last June?
What storms and uphevals challenged you last July?
Things start to culminate in last month's early harvest, what were they?
How are things moving in your path now?
And finally... Today... what would you like to celebrate? You have harvested a year of experiences.
12-Month Harvest Meditation
Settle into a comfortable position for meditation.
Center and ground your energy.
Focus on yourself and this month of harvest.
Think about the Life Path you are on at this moment.
What is that path?
Now think back 12 months to this time last year.
Where were you and what were you doing last September?
What things did you say goodbye to in last October?
What family support and love surrounded you last December?
What new steps in a time of January's quiet did you take?
What love filled you on your path last February?
What changes shifted in your Life Path last March? What seeds did you plant?
What was washed clean from your path in the April Showers?
What blossomed along your path in May?
How did you warm the path last June?
What storms and uphevals challenged you last July?
Things start to culminate in last month's early harvest, what were they?
How are things moving in your path now?
And finally... Today... what would you like to celebrate? You have harvested a year of experiences.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
New Products & What to do with Them!
We have received an incredible shipment of inks, quills, parchment and journals.
Lovely glass quills are a was to focus on careful writing and directing energy into the pages of your book of chadows. Enhance this with specialized inks of various colors or even a metallic pigment ink!
We have various types of parchments: natural paper parchment, sheep skin vellum, calf skin velum, and papyrus. These are excellent for your spellwork. Parchments are used to write your wish, details for a spell, a magical seal of sigil. Then they are anointed with oil, usually on the four corners. Depending on your spell, there are several ways to charge them with energy and purpose and release them. Some will place them in front of a mirror, under a candle or burn them. Sometimes you are meant to keeps them, put them up in your home, fold them and tuck them into a drawer or in your purse, or even bury them. It all depends on the spell you are doing.
The journals are excellent for a Book of Shadows. We have many different styles. Always select a book that appeals to you. Some questions you ask yourself are:
- Lined or unlined?
- White pages or natural yellowed pages?
- How many pages?
- What dimensions? Large 8.5 x 11 inch? 5 x 7 inch? Smaller?
- Do you prefer a binder?
- Spiral bound or perfect (regular book) binding?
Deciding the contents of your book of shadows is often more difficult. Do you want a multipurpose Book of Shadows (BOS) or several different books for specific subjects? Most Book of Shadows contain reference information and correspondances for gerbs and oils and stones and more. They also contain spells and instructions for rituals, as well as the results of these magical works. A Book of Shadows is your magical journal, a journal of your journey on this path and all that you learn and experience on it.
VooDoo Baby charms are again back in stock with many new designs, including a kitty one and miniture versions of several of the styles. Hang them from your cell phone or purse, from your car mirror, from your office desk, or around your home (I have one hanging from each kitchen cupboard knob).
Sage smudges have arrived!! We have our usual stock of smudges. However, we also received lovely hand picked, hand dried and hand crafted smudges for all occasions of cleancing and blessing your home and yourself.
Our 2007 calendars have started coming in. We have yet to receive the Seasons of the Witch series and the Meynard's Celestial Influences and ask that you please be patient till they do arrive.
As we have just recently come back from the Gift Shows, you can expect lots of new products to arrive over the next couple months. Here is a sneak peak!
- milk baths
- Egyptian, Chinese and Buddhist statues
- teas and tea pots
- onyx chalices
- driftwood dragons
- and more!
Lovely glass quills are a was to focus on careful writing and directing energy into the pages of your book of chadows. Enhance this with specialized inks of various colors or even a metallic pigment ink!
We have various types of parchments: natural paper parchment, sheep skin vellum, calf skin velum, and papyrus. These are excellent for your spellwork. Parchments are used to write your wish, details for a spell, a magical seal of sigil. Then they are anointed with oil, usually on the four corners. Depending on your spell, there are several ways to charge them with energy and purpose and release them. Some will place them in front of a mirror, under a candle or burn them. Sometimes you are meant to keeps them, put them up in your home, fold them and tuck them into a drawer or in your purse, or even bury them. It all depends on the spell you are doing.
The journals are excellent for a Book of Shadows. We have many different styles. Always select a book that appeals to you. Some questions you ask yourself are:
- Lined or unlined?
- White pages or natural yellowed pages?
- How many pages?
- What dimensions? Large 8.5 x 11 inch? 5 x 7 inch? Smaller?
- Do you prefer a binder?
- Spiral bound or perfect (regular book) binding?
Deciding the contents of your book of shadows is often more difficult. Do you want a multipurpose Book of Shadows (BOS) or several different books for specific subjects? Most Book of Shadows contain reference information and correspondances for gerbs and oils and stones and more. They also contain spells and instructions for rituals, as well as the results of these magical works. A Book of Shadows is your magical journal, a journal of your journey on this path and all that you learn and experience on it.
VooDoo Baby charms are again back in stock with many new designs, including a kitty one and miniture versions of several of the styles. Hang them from your cell phone or purse, from your car mirror, from your office desk, or around your home (I have one hanging from each kitchen cupboard knob).
Sage smudges have arrived!! We have our usual stock of smudges. However, we also received lovely hand picked, hand dried and hand crafted smudges for all occasions of cleancing and blessing your home and yourself.
Our 2007 calendars have started coming in. We have yet to receive the Seasons of the Witch series and the Meynard's Celestial Influences and ask that you please be patient till they do arrive.
As we have just recently come back from the Gift Shows, you can expect lots of new products to arrive over the next couple months. Here is a sneak peak!
- milk baths
- Egyptian, Chinese and Buddhist statues
- teas and tea pots
- onyx chalices
- driftwood dragons
- and more!
Sunday, September 09, 2007
Une nouvelle saison qui commence
Avec l'approche de l'automne, le Mélange Magique a décidé de se préparer et nous venons de recevoir plusieurs produits que nous commandons qu'une fois par année, habituellement.
- Nos calendriers sont arrivés. Nous avons des calendriers de toutes sortes, du calendrier astrologique jusqu'au calendrier hindu en passant par des calendriers wicca et bouddhiste.
- Nous avons recus nos chandelles! Finalement, tout nos modèles de chandelles possibles sont en magasin. Chandelles droites, chandelles dans un contenant de verres, chandelles avec des huiles déjà préparées à l'avance, tout est là.
- Des bagettes de bois, fait à la main, viennent de faire leur apparition. Elles ont fait leurs preuves et même qu'elles nous ont été conseillés lors du Kaleidoscope Gathering.
- Coté ingrédient, une autre commande vient d'arriver. Nous avons recu des "Job's Tears", des encres de Anna Riva, du papier parchement, des ensembles de plumes avec parchemins végétals et encres, des petits sac amérindiens fait à la main avec de la peau de chevreuil, des éguilles de porcépique, des batons de sauges et bien d'autres choses.
- Comme pièces artisanales, nous avons deux athamés en bois d'ébène. Ils ont été gravés à la main. Un possède un quartz clair au centre, l'autre en n'as pas. Très beau travail, ce seraient des athamés plus qu'efficace.
- Nos calendriers sont arrivés. Nous avons des calendriers de toutes sortes, du calendrier astrologique jusqu'au calendrier hindu en passant par des calendriers wicca et bouddhiste.
- Nous avons recus nos chandelles! Finalement, tout nos modèles de chandelles possibles sont en magasin. Chandelles droites, chandelles dans un contenant de verres, chandelles avec des huiles déjà préparées à l'avance, tout est là.
- Des bagettes de bois, fait à la main, viennent de faire leur apparition. Elles ont fait leurs preuves et même qu'elles nous ont été conseillés lors du Kaleidoscope Gathering.
- Coté ingrédient, une autre commande vient d'arriver. Nous avons recu des "Job's Tears", des encres de Anna Riva, du papier parchement, des ensembles de plumes avec parchemins végétals et encres, des petits sac amérindiens fait à la main avec de la peau de chevreuil, des éguilles de porcépique, des batons de sauges et bien d'autres choses.
- Comme pièces artisanales, nous avons deux athamés en bois d'ébène. Ils ont été gravés à la main. Un possède un quartz clair au centre, l'autre en n'as pas. Très beau travail, ce seraient des athamés plus qu'efficace.
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
New arrivals!
In addition to the Novena, 7-day and 50 hour candles we received last week, much has come in since! We have job's tears, Anna Riva inks, sheep-skin parchments, little hand-made deer-skin medicine bags, porcupine quills, sage smudges, and so much more you just have to come in to see it!
In addition, as far as artisan's pieces, we have two beautiful hand crafted ebony athames, (one with a clear quartz in the pommel, and one without), elk-skin medicine bags embroidered with real red coral, turquoise and pearl (each one containing a necklace of coral, turquoise and pearl), and a large hand-embroidered medicine bag made of deer-skin.
...and lastly, voodoo-baby charms are back in stock too!
In addition, as far as artisan's pieces, we have two beautiful hand crafted ebony athames, (one with a clear quartz in the pommel, and one without), elk-skin medicine bags embroidered with real red coral, turquoise and pearl (each one containing a necklace of coral, turquoise and pearl), and a large hand-embroidered medicine bag made of deer-skin.
...and lastly, voodoo-baby charms are back in stock too!
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Deity of the Week - MA'AT
DEITY OF THE WEEK - MA'AT
By Eri 
The goddess Ma’at is one of the more important gods of the Egyptian pantheon. As the Goddess who represents truth, justice, and the laws of nature, no important decision of a Pharaoh could be carried out without offerings to Ma’at. It is said that even her father, the sun god Ra, was subject to her laws, and that it was Ma’at that created order out of chaos at the beginning of the world. This is intensified by the fact that her husband, Thoth, is the god of wisdom, scribes (or, more modernly, the written word) and magic. Ma’at is the laws of the universe, the natural ebb and flow of the cosmos and the order of things, and Thoth can be said to write these laws down and brings them to a more human perspective and practice.
In the Egyptian Book of the Dead the trials of Ma’at are one of the most important parts of the journey of the soul. Just before the soul of the dead person can finally be united with Osiris and enjoy eternal life, his heart must be weighed against the feather of Truth (Ma’at’s feather) on the scales of Justice (Ma’at herself). If the heart of the person weighs less or the same as the feather and is judged by Thoth to be found (relatively) free of sin and falsehood, then the soul is allowed to pass to the final stage of his journey. If the heart weighs more then the feather however, the soul is eaten and destroyed by the beast Ammet. This passage shows that the Egyptians believed that only by living justly in this world, would they be accepted among the gods in the next. Ma’at is the symbol of all that is just, right and balanced and the Egyptians believed by living up to her laws they would be maintaining the universe against chaos.
The goddess Ma’at is one of the more important gods of the Egyptian pantheon. As the Goddess who represents truth, justice, and the laws of nature, no important decision of a Pharaoh could be carried out without offerings to Ma’at. It is said that even her father, the sun god Ra, was subject to her laws, and that it was Ma’at that created order out of chaos at the beginning of the world. This is intensified by the fact that her husband, Thoth, is the god of wisdom, scribes (or, more modernly, the written word) and magic. Ma’at is the laws of the universe, the natural ebb and flow of the cosmos and the order of things, and Thoth can be said to write these laws down and brings them to a more human perspective and practice.In the Egyptian Book of the Dead the trials of Ma’at are one of the most important parts of the journey of the soul. Just before the soul of the dead person can finally be united with Osiris and enjoy eternal life, his heart must be weighed against the feather of Truth (Ma’at’s feather) on the scales of Justice (Ma’at herself). If the heart of the person weighs less or the same as the feather and is judged by Thoth to be found (relatively) free of sin and falsehood, then the soul is allowed to pass to the final stage of his journey. If the heart weighs more then the feather however, the soul is eaten and destroyed by the beast Ammet. This passage shows that the Egyptians believed that only by living justly in this world, would they be accepted among the gods in the next. Ma’at is the symbol of all that is just, right and balanced and the Egyptians believed by living up to her laws they would be maintaining the universe against chaos.
The Weighing of the Heart against the Feather of Ma’at
Ma’at can still be used in ritual today. The ideals she represents are universal and ageless ones. In fact in a society that seems so unbalanced, with all its emphasis on the material world, Ma’at is perhaps the more needed. Ma’at teaches us to live in harmony with universal truths and the laws of nature and to maintain balance in our lives. Call upon Ma’at to help show you the right path between extreme choices or to help obtain justice. Try to keep the ideals of Ma’at in mind before taking any major steps and you will find yourself living a better life.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Potos are in from our Kaleidoscope Gathering Camping Festival
The following photos are of out little Kitchen Tent with the tables and stock all set up. We were placed in the secondary vending area on the other side of the Valahalla Cafe. would sometimes joke that we were on the other side of Valhalla where the dead don't even go. That was because not many people realized there was a secondary vending area. It was quiet. We still did well at KG, but we know for next year to show up earlier and be in the primary vending area. It was still fun!!
This is the bright dragonfly that came to visit us and eat the mosquitoes and other bugs that invaded out tent. He looked very pretty on the pouches!
Below is the Viking Longship in the small lake onsite. The theme this year at the festival was Norse Vikings. The film "13th Warrior" was projected on a giant white sail on the longship one evening. The ship was hand-built by the staff of the festival and each shield hand-painted.
Sam, the Elf, ready for tarot/oracle readings and myself, Scarlet, waiting to make the first sales of the day.
And lastly, here are some scenic shots from the area: the forest and the lake.
This is the bright dragonfly that came to visit us and eat the mosquitoes and other bugs that invaded out tent. He looked very pretty on the pouches!
Below is the Viking Longship in the small lake onsite. The theme this year at the festival was Norse Vikings. The film "13th Warrior" was projected on a giant white sail on the longship one evening. The ship was hand-built by the staff of the festival and each shield hand-painted.
Sam, the Elf, ready for tarot/oracle readings and myself, Scarlet, waiting to make the first sales of the day.
And lastly, here are some scenic shots from the area: the forest and the lake.
Saturday, August 25, 2007
NOVENAS, 50-HOUR, & FIGURE CANDLES
We have finally received our shipment of Novena (7-day in glass jar) candles and 50-hour glass jar candles. We place this order once or twice a year and they have now arrived.
Come get your candles while the selection is fresh!
Come get your candles while the selection is fresh!
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Spiritual Cleansing
We we get back from vacations and ready ourselves for school and work, we often find the need to cleans and purify ourselves. We seek a connection in spirituality and a sense of rejuvenation, energy to face the new Fall endeavors ahead. Here are some things you can do.
Spiritual Cleansing Bath:
The Women's or Men's spiritual cleansing bath salt is perfect for this. You simply add 2 tbsp. to your regular bath and allow its energy to sooth and cleanse your spirit. You can light white candles aound your bathtub to lend to the atmosphere and strengths.
For Business:
Place a jade stone with some sea salt and your business card into a green pouch and place it into your business for one month.
For School:
Invest in a comforting tea that increases open-mindedness and awareness, like a mint-based tea. When you study, use our specially blended Study oil to help you absorb and remember the information and then again to recall it for your exams.
Spiritual Cleansing Bath:
The Women's or Men's spiritual cleansing bath salt is perfect for this. You simply add 2 tbsp. to your regular bath and allow its energy to sooth and cleanse your spirit. You can light white candles aound your bathtub to lend to the atmosphere and strengths.
For Business:
Place a jade stone with some sea salt and your business card into a green pouch and place it into your business for one month.
For School:
Invest in a comforting tea that increases open-mindedness and awareness, like a mint-based tea. When you study, use our specially blended Study oil to help you absorb and remember the information and then again to recall it for your exams.
Thursday, August 16, 2007
INCOMING !!
We have several orders from companies on their way to us this month and some have already arrived!!
We received obsidian scrying mirrors in various sizes and obsidian scrying balls, too. There are new tarot decks that have also just arrived, along with some new books. I will give you the highlights of the tarots and books in a moment. Special in from the Pagan Festival we attended are beautiful hand crafted wands of silver birch and ironwood with soft protective hand sewn bags for each. One of the staff at the store hand engraved several rune sets of beautiful gemstones (sodalite, apaches tears, fluorite, tiger's eye, etc).
You must come in to see these new items.
New Store Products
BOOK / TAROTS HIGHLIGHTS
Starhawk Earth Magic
Sacred Ritual fr connecting to Nature's Power
4 audio CD's with exercises, rituals, chants and more.
$35.00
Sacred Land
Intuitive Gardening for Personal, Political and Environmental Change
book by: Clea Danaan
$17.50
Ghost Hunters
On the trail of mediums, dowsers, spirit seekers, and other investigators of America's paranormal world
book by: John Kachuba
$19.95
Psychic Energy Codex
Awaking your Subtle Senses
book by author of Psychic Vampires: Michelle Belanger
$23.95
INCOMING!!
What is on its way to us by the end of the month?
- candles
- novenas
- figure candles
- stones
We received obsidian scrying mirrors in various sizes and obsidian scrying balls, too. There are new tarot decks that have also just arrived, along with some new books. I will give you the highlights of the tarots and books in a moment. Special in from the Pagan Festival we attended are beautiful hand crafted wands of silver birch and ironwood with soft protective hand sewn bags for each. One of the staff at the store hand engraved several rune sets of beautiful gemstones (sodalite, apaches tears, fluorite, tiger's eye, etc).
You must come in to see these new items.
New Store Products
BOOK / TAROTS HIGHLIGHTS
Starhawk Earth Magic
Sacred Ritual fr connecting to Nature's Power
4 audio CD's with exercises, rituals, chants and more.
$35.00
Sacred Land
Intuitive Gardening for Personal, Political and Environmental Change
book by: Clea Danaan
$17.50
Ghost Hunters
On the trail of mediums, dowsers, spirit seekers, and other investigators of America's paranormal world
book by: John Kachuba
$19.95
Psychic Energy Codex
Awaking your Subtle Senses
book by author of Psychic Vampires: Michelle Belanger
$23.95
INCOMING!!
What is on its way to us by the end of the month?
- candles
- novenas
- figure candles
- stones
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Monday, August 06, 2007
New Reader!
We would like to welcome Erica as our new reader in the store. Erica uses the Faerie Oracle cards to consult the energies of the faeries and asks them their advice on situations, much like as with other tarot reading methods. She believes that as faeries see the world in a very open and broad way, and believe in neither right or wrong, they tend to give very open and non-judgemental advice, getting to the heart of the matter, rather then dwelling on social mores.
Erica will here to receive clients in the morning, Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-1.
Erica will here to receive clients in the morning, Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-1.
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