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Those who have been following us here at the Spellcaster's Source blog for a long time might find some of their favorite old posts about general magic, free spells, witchcraft articles and so forth have disappeared from the web.

For a few years I've been trying to tidy up the blog, which has been online since 2009. It's been through different iterations of my main website, from Talia's Tarot to Lucky Temple to Hoodoo Online. As requirements to make the witchcraft blog "mobile friendly" also had the unfortunate effect of making it more difficult to search through the posts, there was good reason to simplify the content. It had built up over 600 separate posts at its peak, with no good way to search through them except by keyword. Originally I intended to delete nothing, but only to merge posts about similar subjects so they'd become easier to find.

However, as I've been going through everything, I've been finding more and more old posts that were primarily about sharing some news article to which the link is long dead, or talking up some now-defunct spellcraft company. At some point, the only sensible course was to hit the delete button.

As of this writing we're down to about 390 posts. Most of the material has been saved, but outdated links and posts that were talking up long-gone iterations of my site or my books had to go.

In the process of streamlining the Spellcaster's Source blog, I've also taken the opportunity to refresh and update some of the content. Over the years, my understanding of magic, witchcraft, and the spiritual realm has evolved, and I wanted the blog to reflect these changes. As I revisited the old posts, I found instances where my perspectives had shifted or where new insights had emerged. This presented a chance to add depth and clarity to certain topics, offering a more comprehensive resource for both newcomers to the craft and seasoned practitioners seeking fresh perspectives. The posts about the Intranquil Spirit especially show these updates.

Of course, maintaining the blog's integrity and credibility remains a top priority. While I've removed outdated posts and broken links, I've made sure to preserve the essence of the original content that has stood the test of time. The foundational knowledge about folklore, herbs, tarot, and other magical practices that many readers have come to rely on is still present and even enhanced.

Looking ahead, I'm excited to continue expanding the blog's horizons. Occult sciences and metaphysical practices are in a constant state of evolution, and I intend to keep pace with these changes. From exploring the intersection of modern psychology and ancient mysticism to delving into the practices of lesser-known magical traditions, the Spellcaster's Source and Hoodoo Online will remain a dynamic resource for those seeking to harness the power of the unseen.

In conclusion, the journey of revamping the Spellcaster's Source blog has been one of reflection, growth, and adaptation. By reorganizing and updating the content, pruning away the obsolete, and infusing new life into timeless wisdom, the blog stands as a testament to the enduring nature of magic in an ever-changing world. As we move forward together, I invite you to explore the revamped Spellcaster's Source, embrace the knowledge it offers, and contribute to the ongoing discourse that enriches the global magical community. Your journey of discovery and transformation awaits.

Hoodoo Magic Herb List - Hoodoo Online's Handy Guide for DIY Spells

Acacia - keep away evil Adam and Eve root - good luck, especially in love Adam root (from an Adam and Eve) - to hold a man’s love Alfalfa leaves or seeds - to make money last Allspice – for success, money drawing and for good luck Aloeswood - good fortune, spirit contact Angelica root - protection from harm Anise seed - against evil eye Asafoetida - prevents disease and keeps away police Ash leaves - for luck in love affairs Balm of Gilead buds - reconciliation, protection from jinxes Basil - against evil; for purification, for luck-bringing, and for money drawing Bay Leaves – protection from evil; victory and success Bayberry - money drawing, luck drawing Betel nut - protection and luck Bistort - for good luck Bloodroot - protection, job-getting, luck Blue flag root - money drawing Buckeye root - success in any undertaking Buckeye/Chestnut/Horse chestnut - for good luck and protection Burdock - protection Calendula - make dreams come true, prevent nightmares Cara...

Paper-in-Shoe Spells

A popular and very traditional hoodoo spell, often used for any situation where you need to control someone with magic , is the namepaper-in-shoe spell. It's very easy: you write the target's name 3, 7, or 9 times on a paper (depending on intent and who's giving instruction) then fold it up, sometimes after dressing it with oils or powders, then put it in your shoe. This "keeps the person underfoot" or "stomps out the trouble" or "puts pressure on them" or any other number of metaphors. I have had this work several times over the years. In one instance, I was working for a very unpleasant boss, on a short-term job. It was the last day, and I only had about 3 hours of work left on the project; and I wanted him to up my pay for the day since it almost wasn't worth the trip across town for the amount he was paying me, for only 3 hours. He was very reluctant. So I wrote his name 3 times on a 5-dollar bill he'd given me, and dusted it...

Perfume, Cologne, and Its Use In Hoodoo

The original recipe for cologne was reputedly given to St. Elizabeth of Hungary by an angel -- the concoction was known as "Hungary Water" and was used primarily as a medicine, rather than just a mere fragrance. Charles Godfrey Leland remarked that it therefore was appropriate hoodoo practitioners would use such a substance for feeding their conjure bags and other talismans. The term cologne actually comes from a later preparation, Cologne Water (named for the German city.) The original Cologne Water is a spirit-citrus perfume launched in 1709 by Giovanni Maria Farina (1685–1766), an Italian perfume maker from Santa Maria Maggiore Valle Vigezzo, Italy. In 1708, Farina wrote to his brother Jean Baptiste: "I have found a fragrance that reminds me of an Italian spring morning, of mountain daffodils and orange blossoms after the rain". He named his fragrance Cologne Water, in honour of his new hometown. The Original Cologne Water composed by Farina was used on...

The Intranquil Spirit

(EDIT: Up to date information about the Intranquil Sprit can be found in my book The Intranquil Spirit , available on Amazon. This post has some incomplete information which is clarified in the book.) The Intranquility spell is, unfortunately, the first resort of many a rejected lover. In some ways it makes sense -- the more unhappy and forlorn one is about a breakup, the better this idea of making the other partner feel just as much so starts to sound. Unfortunately, this spell is often not well suited to a case. The purpose of the standard Intranquility spell is to have the person be tormented by the spirit until they make contact with you, or whomever the spell is being cast for. This means that if a person is already in good contact with their ex OR if they're one of those people who cannot restrain themselves from initiating contact, then this already is probably not the right spell for that case. If you've had an Intranquility spell cast and you make contac...

Spiritual Use of Turpentine in Hoodoo and Witchcraft

I have posted in the past about the use of giving one's bedding a spiritual cleansing from time to time. I recently was laundering my pillows in the same load of laundry as some turpentine-soaked rags, with the result that the pillows emerged from the wash reeking of turpentine. From a magical perspective, this may not be a bad thing. Turpentine is used in old-time hoodoo rituals for purposes such as uncrossing, protection and sometimes as a feed for mojo bags. Its solvent powers and strong odor do indeed suggest a powerful spiritual cleansing agent, and it is still used in some modern day cleaning products on a purely practical level for these same reasons. Old time medicines sometimes included turpentine as a thing to drink, in small doses. A book from the 1850s, The Domestic Medicine Chest , recommends giving it to children in a dose of one teaspoon for killing tapeworm. Relatedly, in old time hoodoo cures for "live things" turpentine might be made into a tea...

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