Lammas/Lughnasadh

Lughnasadh: (pronounced Loo-gnah-sahd) Also known as Lammas, Cornucopia[Strega], July 30 - August 1. This sabbat marks the sacred marriage of the Sun and the Land. The sun is at it's hottest, but his light is fading. This also marks the beginning of the harvest. First Harvest or Grain Harvest are other names for this time … Continue reading Lammas/Lughnasadh

Bee-utiful DIY Lavender-Rosemary Soap Bars — Home is Where the Boat Is

Learn how to create bee-utiful lavender-rosemary soap bars with this easy tutorial. Perfect for pretty hostess gifts, party favors, fundraisers, or guest bathroom soaps. Happy Monday! I hope you had a good weekend. It was a scorcher here, way too hot to do anything outdoors, especially gardening other than watering in the early morning hours. […] … Continue reading Bee-utiful DIY Lavender-Rosemary Soap Bars — Home is Where the Boat Is

Moody Moons Handmade Gets Ready for Lammas — Moody Moons

As the fields of wheat reflect the last of the summer light, the first harvest festival nears. In honor of the sacred season of Lammas, Moody Moons Handmade is debuting 5 new items this month. Take a look and be inspired. From brand new essential oil blends to hand-picked vintage chalices, now is the season… via … Continue reading Moody Moons Handmade Gets Ready for Lammas — Moody Moons

Celtic Knot Bread Lammas Recipe with Herbs & Cheese — Moody Moons

Looking for a from-scratch bread recipe to bake for Lammas? This version of Celtic knot bread combines the richness of Irish cheddar with the fresh delight of your herb garden harvest for a lovely, decadent Lammas treat! Perfect for pagan potlucks, your Sabbat circle, or to make with your kids to celebrate the first harvest… via … Continue reading Celtic Knot Bread Lammas Recipe with Herbs & Cheese — Moody Moons

A Solstice Spell… — Wylde and Green

I was watching a gardening programme, a while ago now, and there was a man who had made a whole swathe of his land into a wildflower meadow. His meadow was decades old, and it had many rare and endangered flowers. He let people visit, especially children, and he said whenever they asked him if […] … Continue reading A Solstice Spell… — Wylde and Green