The turning of the year is the perfect time to refresh your space and invite positive energy into your life. Whether you’re welcoming the Winter Solstice, preparing for the new calendar year, or just looking for a magical reset, cleansing your home is a powerful way to set the tone for the months ahead. Here are some simple steps to cleanse your space and make it shine with fresh energy! Clear the clutter. Before you dive into any magical work, start with a practical cleanup. Donate old clothes, toss out broken items, and organize your space. Physical clutter often holds …
Old Fashioned Homemade Treats For The Holiday
Here’s a classic recipe for old-fashioned recipes like my mother-in-law Ruby used to make every year for the holidays. She would give tins of the candy and confections away to neighbors for gifts. I wasn’t a big sweet treat eater, but there was something about her touch that made them perfectly delicious. I liked the nuts, especially when she would make it with black walnuts. The first recipe is Old Fashioned Fudge, made the traditional way without marshmallow creme or condensed milk. The result is rich, creamy, and mega yummy. Old-Fashioned Fudge Makes: About 36 piecesPrep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: …
A Bigfoot Christmas
Albert is a sensitive soul. He loves piña coladas, reading bad poetry, talking about math, and potato chips. His faves are Lays and Munchos. He’s excited about his first Christmas with our family. His list was… umm… very Albert. I thought I’d share. LOL xoxo Robyn ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Santa, First I’d like to apologize for thinking you don’t really exist. I have the same issue and it hurts my hairy feelings. I think your flying reindeer are bullshit, but if they happen to be real, can you give Blitzen my digits? I hear he’s fast and I’d like to challenge him …
Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas: Creative and personal gift you can make at home.
There’s something incredibly special about a homemade gift—it’s personal, thoughtful, and often more meaningful than anything you could buy in a store. Whether you’re looking to save money, reduce waste, or simply want to add a personal touch to your presents this year, homemade Christmas gifts are the perfect solution. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your supplies, and let’s get crafting! 1. DIY Candle Holders Create beautiful candle holders using old jars. Clean the jars thoroughly, then decorate them with paint, glitter, or decoupage. You can also wrap them with twine or lace for a rustic look. Place a …
Decorating for Yuletide
For various reasons I’m not going into detail with here, I wasn’t able to celebrate holidays from the time I was 13 to the time I was turning 30. In short: first my mother and her shifting religious views, then my abusive ex who hated celebrating anything… They both put a stop to me celebrating birthdays and just about any holiday. I tried a couple times with Thanksgiving, with my ex, but he basically ignored me when I laid out a gorgeous dinner for Thanksgiving and told me he’d eat when he was damned ready, and that ended that attempt. …
The magic of new beginnings
As the wheel of the year turns and 2025 is upon us, the magic of new beginnings stirs in the air, calling to us like an ancient incantation. There’s something undeniably enchanting about a fresh start—a blank page on which to write the next chapter of your life. For witches and magical folk alike, new beginnings are not just an opportunity; they are a sacred promise, an invitation to weave spells of transformation and growth. New beginnings align with the cycles of nature. Just as the moon waxes and wanes, and the seasons shift in their eternal dance, so too …
Getting Into The Holiday Spirit
How many times have we heard people, media, or advertisements talking about getting into the spirit of the holiday and the magic of the season? Have you every wondered what spirit magic might entail?You’ve probably heard of the classical elements like earth, air, fire, and water, but there is a fifth element as well. It’s called Spirit, or “aether,” and is often described as the binding force and the unseen essence that connects all things. The magic can tap into the energy of the departed (yes, I’m talking ghosts) to give us guidance and show us what it means to …
Modern Christmas Table Settings: Inspiration for setting a festive table.
The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by gathering around a beautifully set table with family and friends. Modern Christmas table settings blend tradition with contemporary style, creating a festive atmosphere that’s both elegant and inviting. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner or a grand feast, here are some tips to help you create a stunning modern Christmas table setting. Modern design often emphasizes simplicity and clean lines. Start with a neutral tablecloth or runner in shades like white, cream, or soft gray. This creates a blank canvas that allows your decorative elements …
A Yuletide monster
When most of us think about the holiday season our minds turn to images of cheerful Santa, glowing Christmas trees, and warm gatherings with loved ones. But lurking in the shadow of these festive traditions is Krampus, a dark and devilish figure from Alpine folklore whose origins are as chilling as the winter winds! Said to be a horned, half-goat, half-demon creature said to roam the snow-covered villages of Europe, Krampus isn’t about spreading the festive spirit. Unlike Santa, who rewards well-behaved children with gifts, Krampus has a much darker role—to punish the naughty. He carries chains, birch branches, and …
Umm… dinner is gonna be late. LOL
It simply wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the turkey taking a bath in the tub at our house… Did this happen last year? Yes. And the year before? Umm… yes. Are we idiots? Possibly. What did we do to avoid this frozen debacle this year, you might ask? Well, we put the freaking turkey in the fridge to defrost on Saturday. ONE day earlier than last year. Did it make a difference? No. LOL Next year we will put it in the fridge on Friday. If that does’t work, we’ll switch to ham. Anyhoo, after a nice hour and a half …