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Blackthorn's Botanical Magic

The Green Witch's Guide to Essential Oils for Spellcraft, Ritual & Healing
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Blackthorn's Botanical Magic by Amy Blackthorn is a unique guide that blends the ancient art of herbalism with modern-day magical practices. It's brimming with information on how to use plants and herbs for their energetic properties in everyday life. Readers can expect a thoughtful exploration of the spiritual, emotional, and physical applications of botanicals to enhance personal well-being and intention setting.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in the magical uses of plants and herbs and wish to integrate botanical elements into your personal life for self-improvement and spiritual growth. It's a guide filled with practical advice on harnessing nature's powers to enrich your everyday existence, making it ideal for those exploring the intersection of herbalism and magic.

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"Brilliantly written and jam-packed with practical advice and easy-to-follow recipes, Blackthorn's Botanical Magic is the one book that no magical practitioner can do without." - Dorothy Morrison, author of Utterly Wicked: Hexes, Curses, and Other Unsavory Notions

Enter the magical world of scent and aromas. Blackthorn's Botanical Magic is a fresh, groundbreaking guide to the transformative powers of essential oils for use in spellcraft, divination, and the cultivation of ritual power. Amy Blackthornβ€”the force behind Blackthorn's Botanicalsβ€”guides readers on a journey into the hidden realms of plants and their magic powers, from rose-scented rosaries to the lingering aroma of frankincense and the cleansing energy of white sage. This book is suitable for beginners but also has lots of new information for the experienced practitioner.

Within these pages, you will discover:

  • The rich history and lore of scent-related magic and its use in prayer, meditation, and shamanic journeying
  • Over 135 recipes and craft projects for a wide variety of purposes, goals, and desires
  • Clear instructions for creating your own botanical magic starter kit
  • How to create your own personal botanical oracles, as well as how magical aromatherapy can enhance divination from tarot and pendulums to tea leaves and runes
  • Practical information regarding the purchasing, blending, storing, and safe use of essential oils

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Amy Blackthorn's book provides an authoritative resource filled with both scientific and magical insights into the use of essential oils and plant-based magic. Reviewers praise its comprehensive nature, easy-to-follow recipes, and practical advice, making it a valuable tool for both novices and seasoned practitioners in the fields of magic, herbalism, and personal development. The book's blend of historical knowledge and accessible style is particularly appreciated, as it empowers readers to connect with the natural and magical properties of botanicals.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781578636303

Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Weiser Books

Illustration: spot art

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 581g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Amy Blackthorn has been described as an "arcane horticulturalist" for her lifelong work with magical plants and teaching of Hoodoo. She incorporates her experiences in British Traditional Witchcraft with her horticulture studies. She has a certification in aromatherapy and is ordained through the Gryphon's Grove School of Shamanism. Amy's company, Blackthorn Hoodoo Blends, creates tea based on old Hoodoo herbal formulas. She lives in Delaware. Visit her at www.amyblackthorn.com.

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