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A Witch's Guide to Wildcraft

Using Common Plants to Create Uncommon Magick

JD Walker author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Llewellyn Publications,U.S.

Published:1st Jun '21

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This guide introduces over thirty common North American herbs, offering identification tips, gathering advice, and magical uses. It includes projects for home and hearth, fostering a deeper connection with nature and spirituality.

"A Witch's Guide to Wildcraft" invites readers to explore the enchanting world of wildcrafting, emphasizing that you don’t need an elaborate garden to begin your journey. The book reveals that many magical herbs can be found right outside your door, making wildcrafting accessible to everyone. It delves into over thirty common plants, offering detailed insights on how to identify, gather, and cultivate them. Each plant is presented with its unique rituals and magical applications, making it a practical resource for those interested in herbal magic.

In addition to plant identification, the guide provides step-by-step instructions for a variety of hearth-and-home herb projects. Readers can learn to create cleansers, powders, incense, talismans, sprays, and even jams, which not only enhance their living spaces but also infuse them with sacred energy. The focus on North American native plants ensures that practitioners can connect with their local environment while engaging in meaningful magical practices.

Rich in history and lore, "A Witch's Guide to Wildcraft" also includes astrological correspondences, common and Latin names, and hands-on projects. This comprehensive approach encourages readers to deepen their relationship with the natural world and their spiritual selves. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a curious newcomer, this book serves as a valuable companion on your journey into herbal magic and wildcrafting.

"Walker provides a balance between best practices, scientific knowledge, and decades of herbalist and magical experience. Her knowledge and expertise on herbalism shines in this text. The descriptions of each plant and its use are great for both beginner and advanced practitioners. An incredible resource for anyone, magical or not. A must have for everyone's bookshelf!"—Deidre Rogers, an adjunct faculty at California Polytechnic State University, a consultant at the Dissertation Coach and a faculty member at Cherry Hill Seminary in the Dept. of Ministry, Advocacy & Leadership

"A lovely walk through the most magickal of settings, the world of gardens, both domestic and wild. The author is a Master Gardener who brings together her life practice of wildcrafting and the use of herbs in spells and ritual intentions. Her graceful prose about the practical and the spiritual make this a fine addition to any library."—Holli Emore, executive director of Cherry Hill Seminary

ISBN: 9780738765433

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288 pages