Feather Earrings

 

Sea and Sky Feather Earrings

Feathers can be great for magical workings. They can be used to send energy out to do your bidding for spells, they are wonderful for connecting with the air element, and are useful for spirit animal communication with winged beings.

The Parrot is a magical totem that teaches us that the world is full of possibility. The role of the parrot is that of a linguist opening communication centers as well as a healer. Because of the often bright beautiful colors they are also often a good totem animal for color therapists.
Here are some of the correspondences/uses that are associated with the different colors of the feathers in these earrings.

Blue
Psychic awareness, peace, health, connection with spirits, protection, believe, faith, knowledge, communication

Gray
Peace, neutrality, being invisible, doubting, neutrality, static

Stone correspondences

Leopard Skin Jasper- healing
it is often worn by shaman to provide protection. It balances the yin yang energy and balances the physical, emotional, and intellectual bodies with the etheric energies. It stabilizes the aura, providing for a cleansing effect to smooth dysfunctional energies and eliminate negativity".

Sodalite: Clarity, Calming, Thought

Sea Shell – Is a symbol of water and represents female sexuality, passions, fertility, birth, love, and the female genitals. The sea shell is also a symbol of Venus – Aphrodite.

These are real feather earrings made from feathers that came from a small parrot. The feathers fell off naturally during the molting process birds go through; so no parrots were harmed to make these earrings.

These earrings hang approx 4 1/2 inches long.
This set of earrings is $20.00 + $3.00 shipping

Earth and Sky Feather Earrings

Feathers can be great for magical workings. They can be used to send energy out to do your bidding for spells, they are wonderful for connecting with the air element, and are useful for spirit animal communication with winged beings.
The Parrot is a magical totem that teaches us that the world is full of possibility. The role of the parrot is that of a linguist opening communication centers as well as a healer. Because of the often bright beautiful colors they are also often a good totem animal for color therapists.
Here are some of the correspondences/uses that are associated with the different colors of the feathers in these earrings.
Blue
Psychic awareness, peace, health, connection with spirits, protection, believe, faith, knowledge, communication
Gray
Peace, neutrality, being invisible, doubting, neutrality, static
Green
Harmony, unity, fertility, growth, finances, nature, nature spirits, animal and plant spirits, forgiveness, selfishness

Stone correspondences
Green Jasper -Green Jasper is the talisman for healing and health. Wear green jasper to halt hallucinations and to promote a restful sleep. It is also worn to become more sympathetic to others and their emotional as well as mental states.
Green fluorite- clarity of mind

Turquemite- joy

These are real feather earrings made from feathers that came from a small parrot. The feathers fell off naturally during the molting process birds go through; so no parrots were harmed to make these earrings.

These earrings hang approx 3 1/4 inches long.
This set of earrings is $20.00 + $3.00 shipping

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On a quick side note- The special on the herb vials and spell dusts is almost over! Take advantage of this special deal now while you can! Special ends June 23rd.

Midsummer

Lore

Midsummer, usually around June 21 or 22, the sun reaches its zenith in the sky. It is the longest day of the year, and the point at which the sun seems to just hang there without moving – in fact, the word “solstice” is from the Latin word solstitium, which literally translates to “sun stands still.” The travels of the sun were marked and recorded.

This holiday is most commonly known as “Litha” (the ancient Germanic name for Summer) This day is also known as the Summer Solstice and Midsummer. It is  the time in which the Sun God is at his strongest.  It is a time for the Sun God and The Green Man, which to some is one and the same due to old depictions of the Sun God being depicted as The Green man back when Paganism and Christianity were merging.

In some traditions, Litha or Midsummer is a time at which there is a battle between light and dark. The Oak King is seen as the ruler of the year between winter solstice and summer solstice, and the Holly King from summer to winter. At each solstice they battle for power, and while the Oak King may be in charge of things at the beginning of June, by the end of Midsummer he is defeated by the Holly King.

The celebration of Midsummer has dated back to ancient times.
This day has great meaning to most everyone for various reasons. For those who practice Faerie Magik, this is an especially meaningful day, because it is said that the faeries and the forest creatures come out to celebrate this wonderful day.
A large feast is usually held. There would be lots of music and dancing, lots of drinking, and of course love making. Midsummer is celebrated with bonfires and is a time to honor the space between earth and the heavens.

During this time is the best time to gather and dry your wild crafted or garden herbs.

Write down your wishes and toss them into a well, spring, or cauldron. This can be done by writing it on a piece of paper or meditating on your wish while holding a stone, flower, or feather and then throwing it into the water.
Offerings are also placed in water and thrown into the fire.

The rituals of Midsummer celebrate the verdant Earth in high summer, abundance, fertility, and all the riches of Nature in full bloom. This is a great time of strong magic and empowerment. It is a wonderful time for communication with the spirits of Nature. At Litha, the veils between the worlds are thin; the portals between worlds and realms beyond are more open than during other times of the year. This is an excellent time for rites of divination.

I am listing some things that correspond with this holiday/season; so that if you need, you can use as reference when celebrating this wonderful time of year.

~Correspondences~

~Customs
Bonfires, singing, feasting, coming together to celebrate and perform rituals, cutting
divining rods, dowsing rods & wands, going into the woods to gather herbs, ferns and flowers. Handfastings, weddings,  and making love (this is a great time for fertility) leaping between two fires,  women walking naked through gardens to ensure continued fertility, enjoying the seasonal fruits & vegetables, honor the Mother’s fullness, richness and abundance, put garlands of St. John’s Wort placed over doors/ windows & a sprig in the car for protection.

~Colors associated with Midsummer
Yellow, white, red, blue, green, tan, orange, and gold

~Gemstones
Any green, gold, red, yellow, and some blue stones.
Such as Emerald, Carnilion, Citron, Amber, Jade, Tigers Eye, Lapis lazuli, etc.

~Animals/Mythical Beings
Robins, horses, cattle, satyrs, faeries, firebirds, dragons, thunderbirds, and canaries.

~Decoration, Symbols, & Tools
Anything reminiscent of the sun (yellows, reds, oranges), Sun wheel, fresh and dried herbs, potpourri, fruits, summer flowers, oak, birch & fir branches, sun flowers, lilies, red, yellow or gold flowers, love/fertility amulets, seashells, feather/flower door wreaths,  fire, circles of stone, sun dials, bird feathers, and Witches’ ladder.

~Rituals/Magicks and ways to celebrate

Nature spirit/fey communion, planet healing, divination, love & protection magicks.
Rededication of faith, rites of inspiration. Animal Protection and Marriage & Vow Renewal.
Go for a hike, go to the beach, a spring, a lake, a well.. Hold a bonfire party, Hold a barbecue, Share your garden's harvest with friends, Herbs can be dried over the ritual fire if you're celebrating outdoors. Use mirrors, reflective crystal balls, or metal ornaments to capture the light of the Sun or the flames of the fire. Make amulets (simple charms) of protection out of herbs such as rue and rowan. If you make new amulets each year you can dispose of the old in the midsummer fire.

 
~Foods
Mead, honey, fresh fruits and veggies, lemonade, lemons, oranges, cookies and cakes decorated to honor the Sun,  summer squash, cantaloupe, carrots and carrot juice, and of course plenty of ale.

Not authentic but quick way to have something similar to mead. Even if the recipe is cheating a bit, its still a delicious drink nonetheless.
First heat 1 part water with 1 part wildflower or your choice of honey  until the mixture is smooth and the honey’s completely incorporated. (wildflower being the best choice but any honey will do that you like best)
Sprinkle some fresh rose petals into the mixture and let it cool. (orange or lemon slices could also be added to the mixture for added flavor)
Strain the mixture (optional).
Mix 2 parts honey water with 1 part grain alcohol and serve chilled over ice. Alternatively, mix 1 part honey water with 1 part vodka.

~Herbs
basil, elder, pine, St. John’s wort, thyme, yarrow, frankincense, lavender, lily, anise, mugwort, chamomile, daisy, rose, calendula, sunflower, wild rose (red or yellow being best), oak blossoms, ginger, and spices, cinquefoil, fennel, mistletoe, hemp, larkspur, nettle, wisteria, vervain, rue, fern, wormwood,heather, oak & holly trees.

Midsummer Fire Oil

I have concocted an oil for this special time of year.
Midsummer oil smells that of pine forests, with bay, and orange to add to the sweet spicy scent. There are many herbs and flowers added to this oil that all correspond to Midsummer and the fire element. A citron stone and a few herbs, flowers, and resins were added to the bottle for added potency. A Tibetan silver energy sun charm adorns the outside of the bottle on a red ribbon. The charm may be removed and charged with the oil, and then worn for added benefit.

This oil comes in a 4oz round corked bottle and is $11.95 + shipping.

A Spell Dust that may also be used as an incense was also made.
Midsummer Fire Spell Dust can be used in the bonfire, heated on charcoal disks, placed on the altar, tossed for wishes and use in rituals. It can be sprinkled around your sacred circle, along with many other uses.

There is a long list of herbs that went into the making of this blend. It smells strongly of pine and orange. The blend produces a very pungent smoke that is both sweet, woody, and herby.
Even without lighting it, the dust has quite a wonderful and complex smell to it.

Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball)
The glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials.
This Spell Dust Vial is $2.00 each + shipping.

I have a special going on right now on my herb vials and spell dusts where if you buy 5 you get 1 herb vial free. If you buy 10 you get either 2 herb vials or 1 spell dust free with your order. There are plenty of herbs available that have to do with Midsummer, love, and other magicks done during this time of year.
This deal only lasts till June 23rd so don’t miss out on this great special before it ends!

Special on herb vials and spell dust vials

Mullein, Cleavers, Catnip, Fern leaves, Desert sand, and Red/Orange Desert sand have been added to the list of herbs and items available to be put into vials or made into spell dust vials for ordering. Right now when you by 5 herb vials or spell dust vials you get one herb vial free, if you buy 10 herb and or spell dust vials you get 1 spell dust vial OR 2 herb vials free with your order. This special ends the 23rd of June so be sure to place your order before then!

Herb Vials and Spell Dust Vials

~Lavender Herb Vial~
Lavender Also known as "Elf Leaf"
Is associated with Mercury and is an air herb.
Lavender...brings peace, joy, healing and love to the home (often sprinkled on the church floors in medieval times. When stepped on, releases its marvelous centering, calming, and balancing aroma.
Lavender is strewn into bonfires at Midsummer as an offering to the Gods and Goddesses. An ingredient of love spells, its scent is said to attract men. Lavender in the home brings peace, joy, and healing. Lavender is worn, carried, and placed in the ritual cup. Lavender, if worn, protects against abuse from a spouse. The joyful scent of lavender is welcome at baby blessing rituals.
It is an herb used in; Handfasting, healing, purification, peace, happiness, harmony, love, sleep, Devotion and luck.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
Vials filled with lavender are $1.00 each + shipping

~Yellow Rose Petal Vial~
The rose is a Goddess herb belong to Venus and the Water element.
Roses, of course are often associated with - Love, romance, passion
Rose - Rose buds are added to bath water to conjure a lover. Place some in a red cloth bag and pin it under your clothes. Roses are used in; Handfasting, peace, protection, and is a an aphrodisiac.
Rose petals can be used in fairy magic, especially for love spells. The scent of roses is a powerful attracting force to the Faery.
Roses are associated with Aphrodite, Eros, Isis, and Freya
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
Vials filled with yellow rose vials are $1.00 each + shipping

~Red Clover Herb Vial~
Is associated with Mercury and is an air and earth herb.
Red Clover - Carry some flowers in your purse or pocket as a protective charm and to attract a new love.
It is used in; Protection, money, love, fidelity, exorcism, success, and luck.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
Vials filled with Red clover vials are $1.00 each + shipping

~Calendula aka "Marigold" herb vial~
Associated with The Sun and fire.
Marigold : Protection, Prophetic Dreams, used for favorable predictions. Under the mattress encourages prophetic dreams and helps dreams to come true!
Calendula is carried into court for a favorable verdict. Added to bath water, it helps attract respect and admiration. Known as "summer's bride," the yellow calendula embodies the Sun's fire and life-sustaining virtue.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
This vial is $1.00 + shipping

~Mugwort "Felon herb" herb vial~
Is associated with Venus & Earth
Mugwort - Mugwort is said to protect travelers from fatigue, sunstroke, wild animals, and evil spirits. A tea or a pillow of it brings vivid prophetic dreams and helps one to contact the astral realm. Use the tea and incense to help in scrying. Use it to wash magick mirrors and crystal balls.
Magick mirrors are best cleansed both physically and psychically by a mixture of mugwort and cidar-vinegar. You can also smudge any magick mirrors.
Mugwort is used in: Protection, healing, clairvoyance, summoning spirits, manifestations, dreams and for consecrating any items used in this manner.
This herb is associated with Artemis (god of the moon, hunting, and wild beasts)
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
This vial is $1.00 + shipping

St. John’s Wort Herb Vial
~ St. John's Wort is a Druid sacred herb. The Celts passed it through the smoke of the summer solstice fire, then wore it into battle for invincibility. The people of Scotland wore it as a charm against faery influence.

St. John's Wort ...blooms around the time of St. John the Baptist's death...yellow, five petaled flowers...each with a tiny red spot at its edge. It is also used for mild depression as well as helps calm the nerves other nerve pain.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
This vial is $1.00 + shipping

~Thyme herb vial~
Associated with Venus and water
Thyme : Health, Healing, Sleep, Psychic Powers, Love, Purification, Courage, protection, and is one of the herbs used at funerals.
Thyme was used to purify temples by the Greeks. It is burned to purify a ritual space and used in the ritual bath to wash away the sorrows of the past. It is worn or added to the ritual cup to aid in communing with the deceased. (It also helps one to see Otherworldly entities such as fairies.)
Wearing a sprig of thyme is said to help one to see fairies. Dried, powdered thyme, sprinkled on doorsteps and windowsills, is an invitation to the fae into your home. Wild thyme, gathered from the side of a fairy mound, is especially potent for use in fairy magic. Thyme helps maintain health, and the conscious mind.
Thyme is Druid sacred herb. It repels negativity and depression.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
This vial is $1.00 + shipping

Exorcism and Banishing Spell Dust Vial
Made with seven different herbs during the new moon that are used in exorcism, banishing negative energies, and also have hex breaking properties.
Spell dusts are useful to have around being that they can be used for a variety of magical purposes.
It can be sprinkled around windowsills and doorways, around candles (black candles work best for this spell dust) as well as sprinkled over the candles when performing a banishing spell. They can be blown into the wind, buried under your porch, tree, or in your garden. Spell dusts can be used as offerings to the deities, as well as other otherworldly beings such as faeries. Sprinkled or placed on your altar. You can carry the vial with you for added power or protection. The spell dust can be added to mojo bags, poppets, and sachets. They are often used in spell castings and rituals as well. This spell dust can also be used anywhere you feel you need cleansing and purification. This is a great vial to have if you have unwanted spirits in your home, influencing you, unwanted visitors, or even stagnant negative energy.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials.
This Spell Dust Vial is $2.00 + shipping

Psychic Protection Spell Dust Vial
Made with eight different herbs during the full moon that are known to aid in psychic protection.
Spell dusts are useful to have around being that they can be used for a variety of magical purposes.
It can be sprinkled around windowsills and doorways, around candles (purple or light blue candles work best with this spell dust, white can also be a substitute if need be) as well as sprinkled over the candles when performing a banishing spell. They can be blown into the wind, burried under your porch, tree, or in your garden. Spell dusts can be used as offerings to the deities, as well as other otherworldly beings such as faeries. Sprinkled or placed on your altar. You can carry the vial with you for added power or protection. The spell dust can be added to mojo bags, poppets, and sachets. They are often used in spell castings and rituals as well.
Sprinkle wherever you need protection. Sprinkle before exercising your psychic gifts. Hold the vial or lightly dust your hands; which hold and distribute a lot of your energy, before meditation or astral projection. Sprinkle in room prior to meditation or religious rituals to protect yourself from psychic attack during the times you will be using more energy.
This is a great spell dust to have on hand if you are psychic, a medium, sensitive to people and things, are being attacked psychically and need protection, if you are feeling overly paranoid, or feel like you have too many voices going through your mind that you feel should not be there.
Vials are 1/2 an inch wide and 3 inches long (not including the length of the glass ball) Glass ball is sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials.
This Spell Dust Vial is $2.00 + shipping

~Custom herb vials and spell dusts~
Herb vials are $1.00 each
Spell dust vials can be made for a specific purpose or you can choose the herbs you wish turned into a dust.
Spell dust vials are $2.00 each and you can pick up to 4 herbs to be powdered and mixed into the vial. Each additional herb added is $0.25 in addition to the two dollars.
Vials are 3 inches long by 1/2 an inch wide (this does not include the length of the glass ball) The glass ball will be sealed to the vial with candle wax. Wax can be removed to get to the herbs inside the vials. Vials can be carried with you or placed on the altar alternatively if you do not wish to open the vials.
~Herbs and other items to choose from for in the vials~
Lavender buds and flower blooms
Red clover
Marigold "Calendula"
Rose petals (Red, Pink, Yellow)
Lemon Balm
Jasmine flower petals
Rosemary
Sage *Powdered*
Clove
Orange peel
Birch bark
Maple bark
Oak bark
Bay Laurel
Thyme
St. Johns wort
Mugwort
Sea salt
Pine sap
Graveyard dirt
More herbs to be added later!

I wanted to remind everyone that I do offer combined shipping on orders. You can save money on things that are priced lower,like the herb vials and salve samples, when you buy multiple items and combine the shipping.

Please E-mail me if you wish to purchase any of these vials or have any questions. Don’t forget to check out other posts from this blog or look up the Lotus Moon Apothecary Facebook page to see other items currently available for purchase.