Crabapple

Crabapple (Malus Sylvestris) Crabapples are similar to dessert apples and cooking apples, they belong to the same genus – “Malus” - the main difference being the size of the fruit with crabapple being less than 2”. Crabapples are also much tarter than apples and they contain less sugar so cannot be fermented into alcohol. … Continue reading Crabapple

Hollyhock

Hollyhock Magick in your garden The Latin name for Hollyhock is Alcea Rosea and it belongs to the Mallow family. Hollyhocks are perennial flowers that bloom from July to September and grow to around 2.5 meters tall. They like a sheltered, sunny spot – but not direct sunlight or too hot – and rich soil. … Continue reading Hollyhock

Lughnasadh Recipes 2015

I chose these recipes because they are easy and they use some of the foods that are a typical part of the First Harvest/Lugnasadh celebrations. Grain, Summer squash, berries,jellies and jams.The majority of the fresh ingredients may be found at your local farmer markets. If you need information on how to make jams look … Continue reading Lughnasadh Recipes 2015

Cake Stand

Cake Stand for all seasons During our cake and wine ritual would it not be nice to be able to craft and consecrate a cake stand that reflect the colors that you are using on your altar or even to reflect the season that you are celebrating. This craft idea allows you to create in … Continue reading Cake Stand

Cake and Wine Lughnasadh 2015

Blackberry Cake and Wine for Lughnasadh 2015 As part of the magical ritual to honor Lughnasadh I would like to share a few recipes for cake and the names of a couple of my favorite blackberry wines. Of course if you are interested you could also make your own blackberry wine. However it require a … Continue reading Cake and Wine Lughnasadh 2015