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Friday, November 12, 2021

DIY Mary Sanderson Costume

DIY Mary Sanderson costume from the thrift store.

                                  
It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! 


DIY video:

Find my Instagram here for more videos!

Inspiration:

Pleated skirt, orange shirt, red corset, apron 

Kathy Najimy looks amazing 



The outfit:
  • Orange puffy sleeve outer shirt ($3 thrift store)
  • Red "corset" top ($3 thrift store)
  • Black and white checkered base skirt ($4 thrift store)
  • Black and purple pleated skirt made into apron ($4 thrift store)
  • Four plastic shower curtain rings painted gold (12 pk at Dollar Tree)
  • Black and orange stripped tights ($3 thrift store - bought new last year for Halloween sale)
  • Black boots ($10 Walmart - bought on clearance a long time ago)
  • BOOOOK (DIY project from an old Bone Broth Diet book) (DIY video in another post)
  • Hair: old black wig, styrofoam cup, wire, hot glue, black and purple hair spray paint ($2 each)



Quick preview video:









Mary and Sarah Sanderson.
Sarah played by Liz, find her Instagram here

Tuesday, November 24, 2020

DIY Broomstick from the backyard



Very easy,

I mean SUPER easy, 

so easy that I created this within minutes

BUT it took much longer since I composed a video...

Anyways, go out and forage your backyard for:

Materials:

  • Long stick (about 44-46" long)
    • Mine was a little crooked but was the perfect height for me to hold it above my waist and the bottom would be touching the ground (this is best for a photoshoot!)
  • A bunch of smaller sticks for the brush (about 20-22" long)
    • Grab even the sticks with dried leaves, they easily come off or you can keep those leaves on
  • 1-2 thick or strong rubber bands 
  • Blade (knife) to smooth down notches
  • String/twine
  • Glue (craft glue, no-sew glue, hot glue, etc.)
  • Scissors

Accents:
  • Charms, I chose a pentagram
  • Dried flowers
  • Decorative ribbon
  • Feathers
  • Crystals 
  • Herbs
  • You know what you want to make it your own!
This DIY craft was basically free, I had all the supplies already but I would guesstimate it would cost someone about $2-3 for the glue and twine and then however much you would like to invest in your accents. 




The video is pretty self-explanatory but here's a run down:
  1. Safely shave off any imperfections or if the stick is too perfect shave off layers to give it a rugged look. I shaved off a couple of notches that would stick out by the handle.
  2. Double twist one rubber band around the stick end you want to use for the brush.
  3. Insert layers of sticks, a couple at a time. The rubber band will expand and tighten around the sticks, they really won't fall out (as I expected).
  4. Add another rubber band to ensure the first one won't snap, add more sticks for a fuller look.
  5. Tie twine or rope around the rubber band to hide it which also secures the sticks further. I wrapped the twine more than 20 times. 
  6. Glue to knot the twine/rope. I used no-sew glue and it's still holding up!
  7. Add you accents. For charms you can added this to the end of your twine before tying/glueing it down. Further, added accents to the shaft and handle of the broom. If I had more time I would have added so much more but I had a photoshoot the next day! 
  8. Optional: cut the ends of the brush if any sticks are too long, this helps with stability. 

Remember to appreciate and thank nature for the supplies they give us. 
All sticks were found on the ground, no cutting down trees! 
Plus we had Hurricane Zeta hit New Orleans earlier this month which brought down enough sticks. 

My PEOPLE: 
The photographer: @crescent_aperture & my boyfriend
The pretty blond: @craftsandcosplay & my best friend




@craftsandcosplay





thats my boyfriend, Josh, and that's me checking his photo : )
@crescent_aperture

Monday, July 13, 2020

Updated photos of spell book pages from my Stregheria

This is a very long process, thank you for being patient! 
My blog was marked as spam by Pinterest so I have to start over again : )

A collection of my hand-drawn/written spell book pages.
Most of these spells/tips/information on all-things-witchy came from Pinterest.
I altered some ideas and added ingredients to the spells/sachets.
And there are [MANY] errors that give it "character".
I've been working on the spell book for over two years (summer 2018) and will keep updating the spell pages as they are completed.

*Might sell this book and start over...because who doesn't have 2+ years of free time?! Kidding, but I still might sell this book and other mini versions of it (another project) in the future.

Currently on page 116 of 146

All of the pages are named so if you're having a hard time finding that Pin on Pinterest just search for it by the Pin name (ctrl+F). 

I also made the photos extra large so it would be easier for you to read. 


 
Title page
Behind the title page is my (empty) table of contents. 
I plan on filling this in when I complete the book. 
Also you can see how the marker bled through on the title page, 
I switched up the marker (half way through) but this caused me to want to fill out the pages before I bind the book the next round!
**I had planned on writing on both of the front and back pages but after starting to write with various markers and pens I noticed they bled through the other side.
If you wish to write on both sides try sticking with a school marker (my sheet above in brown marker didn't bleed through). 
The Pagan Calendar; I messed up the orginal page when I was drawing the icons, so I cut out a circle in scrap paper and glued it on top. 

Types of Witches 

The 13 Witches Runes 

The 13 Witches Runes 

The 13 Witches Runes 

Witches Tools 

Kitchen Witchery

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Magical Uses for Household Herbs 

Poisonous Herbs

The Pentagram

Also a nice example of the wear & tear my book as endured, see the watermark on "Air".

Here's an example of how I used scrap paper to cover up my mistakes:

From my old blog "And I messed up (not just once)
When I was drawing out the Pentagram I messed up one the bottom left leg and tried to fix it by adding a criss-cross design to all the legs...ugh
After a couple of days I decided I just couldn't live with it anymore!
So I cut out a circle from my extra dyed paper stash and used a glue stick to cover it up." 


   

Pentagram


Finding Feathers
Moon phases
Moon Magic Throughout the Year 
Moon Magic: During a Cycle
Crystal Uses
The Healing Power of Crystals
Pendulum Magic
Pendulum Tips & Map 
Pendulum Tips & Map 
Pendulum Tips & Map 
Recharge Yourself with Crystals 
Incense Correspondences 
The Meaning of Incense Smoke
Candle Colors: What they mean 

Candle Magic Omens

Palm Reading

Palm Reading

Healing Hand

Chakra
Chakra
Blocked Chakra

Tarot table of card meanings

Tarot Birth Card

Five Tarot Tricks

Here's the start to my different tarot spreads:

Good Morning Spread - when you need to wake up with clarity 

Life Advice Spread  
Are They the ONE? Spread
Full Moon Spread Present Life Explained by Past Life Spread 
Present Life Explained by Past Life Spread 
Present Life Explained by Past Life Spread 
Bad Feeling Spread
Should They be Trusted? Spread
Whispers of Your Ancestors Spread
Deathly Hallows Spread 
The start of my Witchy Tips
Mint oil for LUCK
Walnut Magic
Egg Magic
Bay Leaves
Basil Magic
Lemongrass Magic
Rosemary Magic
Protection Sachet
I have to retake this photo, I didn't realize the bay leaf was covering the word, excuse me!
Chili Pepper Magic
Almond Magic
Pine Branch Magic
Rice Magic
Potatoe Magic
Seaweed Magic
Lemon Juice Magic
Anointing Candles 
Dressing Candles
Thyme Magic
Toilet Paper Magic
Sugar Magic
Mint Sprig Magic
Prosperity Magic BEST DONE ON THURSDAYS! 
The start on my section of: Making Sachets & Jars
Protection Jar
Anti-Anxiety Jar
No More Nightmares Jar
Making Sachets & Jars:
Prosperity Jar
Creativity Jar
Motivation Jar
Making Sachets & Jars:
Vehicle Protection Sachet
Door Protection Sachet
Smudging & Plant Pairings 
Magical Properties of Trees & Greenery 
Magical Properties of Trees & Greenery 
Cedar
Oak
Birch 
Ash
Magical Properties of Trees & Greenery 
Pine 
Willow
Ivy 
Elder
How to enchant your pen
Use this to when writing in your spellbook for an extra umph of magic!
The start of my Spells section
Good Times in the Day to Perform Spells
Best Days of the Week for Spells & Rituals 
Spells: To Calm & Center Your Emotions 
I pasted over a scrap piece of paper to re-do the title of this spel, I unfortunately used the wrong shade of paper and it is noticeable. BUT I made many mistakes in this book and pasted over it with similar scrap paper and it was barley noticeable, so improvements! 
Spells: To Improve Psychic Vision 
Spells: To Find a New House
Spells: Home Protection
Spells: Chant for Peace of Mind
Spells: Cleansing Chant
Spells: Sleep Spell
Spells: To Dream of your Soulmate
Spells: Dream Chant 
Spells: Moon Cycle 
Spells: Full Moon Wish
Full Moon Enchantment
Spells: Full Moon Wish & Blessing
Spells: New Moon Wishing 
Moon Spell Cookies
Healing Moon Chant
Spells: Jewelry Enchantment 
Spells: Protective Cat Charm
Spells: Lost Objects
Spells: Return a Lost Cat 
Spells: Four Corners Home Blessing
Spells: Broom
House Blessing
Spells: Release 
Spells: Break-up Cleansing
To End Unwanted Romantic Feelings
Spells: To Heal Heartbreak 
Spells: To Bind a Bully
Spells: To Bind and Heal a Painful Memory
Spells: To Release Negative Energy 
Spells: Banishing Someone
Spells: Depression Banishing 
Spells: To Gain Forgiveness 
Spells: White Magick Revenge 
Spells: Instant Karma 
Spells: To Reveal an Unseen Enemy  

This is the last page I have created, hopefully I can create more in a short amount of time!

I also started an index for the last few pages to help me find what I am searching for. 
Once the book is done I'll transfer the list onto the spellbook page. 
Last Page
A quote from Terry Pratchett
This passage resonates a deep power in me, it teaches me to be strong and do not fear others as they should fear me!

DIY Mary Sanderson Costume

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