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The Practitioner’s
Handbook

Welcome to the Practitioner’s Handbook

A free resource for all levels of practitioners of the Craft.

Whether you’re a beginner or an expert in the field of witchcraft, we have everything you need to deepen your knowledge and enhance your practice. Our handbook is divided into several sections to help find what you need: Sabbats, Divination, Spellwork, and the Practitioner’s Blog. You’ll find tips, information, rituals, recipes, guides, and more in each section. As an authority on witchcraft and pagan traditions, we strive to provide you with the most comprehensive and accurate information available and we add new articles weekly.

Newest Posts

Seasonal Interest

Samhain

Samhain

Samhain is one of the Greater Sabbats, it is the witch’s biggest holiday and usually referred to as Halloween. It is New Year’s Day as it marks the death of the Lord. Samhain, is the death festival, and is the time when the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead at its finest.

The Sabbats

The Sabbats
In this section we have posts detailing the eight Sabbats, including ways to celebrate each one, along with a selection of posts related to each Sabbat.

Sabbats Posts

Imbolc

Imbolc is the time to sort out any pressing matters, such as making peace with those you’re in conflict with, returning borrowed items, and reconnecting with family and friends.

Ostara

Ostara is a Lesser Sabbat and marks the Spring Equinox when day and night balance. Called Ostara after the Saxon Goddess Eostre, this is a time of renewal, regeneration, and resurrection.

Spellwork & Rituals

Spellwork
In this section, we will explore the how’s and the why’s of Wiccan spellwork to help you achieve your goals in a safe and productive manner. We hope you find guidance for your journey within our posts.

Spellwork & Rituals Posts

Autumn Home Remedies – Steam Treatments

Autumn Steam Treatments
Learn how to use steam treatments with autumn herbs and botanicals to rejuvenate and heal your body and mind. A perfect self-care practice for and witch.

Ritual: Moon Water Part 4 – The Crystal Method

The Crystal Method
In this guide, you will learn how to make moonwater using the crystal method. This is a way of blessing water with the energy of the full moon by using a charged crystal or a piece of jewelry

Divination

Divination
Here we’ll travel down the long road of fortune telling, soothsaying, prophesying. We’ll discuss the many methods people have used to divine the future, seek answers, and gather insight.

Divination Posts

Smoke Scrying: Exploring the Mystical Art of Capnomancy

Smoke Scrying: Exploring the Mystical Art of Capnomancy
Learn about smoke scrying, an ancient divination method that uses smoke to reveal spiritual messages. Find out the history, meanings, techniques, and interpretations of this practice.

Osteomancy: The Ancient Art of Bone Divination

Osteomancy
Learn about osteomancy, the ancient art of bone divination, and how to use animal bones to seek spiritual insight and guidance.

Blog

Blog
A place to find miscellaneous ramblings on all manner of witchy subjects that do not fit neatly into any category.

Blog Posts

Foraging: Stinging Nettle

Stinging Nettle
Learn how to forage and use stinging nettle, a versatile wild plant with culinary, medicinal, and magical benefits. A comprehensive guide.

Recipe: Harvest Hearth Stew

Harvest Hearth Stew
Discover how to make a Harvest Hearth Stew, a comforting and nourishing dish that honors Mabon and the equinox. Learn about the magical properties of autumnal vegetables and herbs.

All Posts

Mea'n Fo'mhair

Mea’n Fo’mhair: The Celtic Celebration of Autumn Equinox

Mea’n Fo’mhair is a Celtic festival that marks the Autumn Equinox and the balance of light and dark. Learn about its history, symbolism, and rituals in this blog post.
Mabon Observations

Autumn Equinox: How Modern Practitioners Honor Nature, Balance, and Abundance with Mabon

Mabon: A Guide to Modern Pagan and Wiccan Celebrations of the Autumn Equinox. Learn how to honor nature, balance light and dark, and express gratitude for abundance.
Alban Elfed

Embracing the Druidic Traditions of the Autumn Equinox: Alban Elfed

Alban Elfed is a sacred Druid festival that celebrates the autumn equinox and the balance of light and dark. Learn about its history, symbolism, and rituals in this blog post.
Stinging Nettle

Foraging: Stinging Nettle

Learn how to forage and use stinging nettle, a versatile wild plant with culinary, medicinal, and magical benefits. A comprehensive guide.
Harvest Hearth Stew

Recipe: Harvest Hearth Stew

Discover how to make a Harvest Hearth Stew, a comforting and nourishing dish that honors Mabon and the equinox. Learn about the magical properties of autumnal vegetables and herbs.
Mabon Explained

Mabon: A Celebration of Balance and Harvest

Learn about Mabon, the Pagan festival of balance, gratitude, and the second harvest. Discover its origins, traditions, modern practices, and significance.
Mabon Lore

Mabon and the Quest for Unity

Discover the story of Culhwch and Mabon ap Modron, a Welsh myth of heroism, balance, and transformation. Learn how it relates to witchcraft and the occult.
Mabon Apple Loaf

Recipe: Apple Harvest Loaf

Discover how to make a Magical Apple Harvest Loaf, a delicious and festive recipe that honors Mabon and the equinox. Learn about the magical properties of this delicious combination.