#faerycraft

Let’s start with a little disclaimer. This is all my personal ramblings and views. In my paradigm, time is something happening all at once, past, present, future, all influencing each other. This means that no idea, myth, folklore, etc, is too “new” to be something powerful. I also believe that belief shapes magic (or Creation), which helps shape the world(s).

the Realms

It’s not really easy, or 100% possible, to divide the Faerie Realms into clear and coherent parts. There is overlap, and energy bleeding over, and boundaries that are thinner, or keep moving. Still, my human brain finds it easier to divide them into five “Main Realms”; four seasons, and all those wild things that defy containment.

I feel there is more to it. More themed (if that is the right word) Realms that are smaller. Perhaps the best way to see it is that Main four are all their own big bubble, with smaller realms attached as tiny bubbles on the side. For example the Main Realm is Spring, but Dawn has it’s own small Realm that is close to, but not completely part of, Spring.

On Monarchs

I do not believe there to be One Queen of Spring, or One King of Winter. To put it in human terms: each Realm is it’s own continent, that can hold different Kingdoms, with vastly different customs, biomes, ecosystems, and, for lack of a better word, vibes. So the Realms can have several Kings, Queens, or Monarchs, who in no way have to have a relationship with each other. They all have their own part to play, and their own lands to rule.

Spring

So let’s start with Spring. A Realm of beauty, of softness, and flowers. Very green, with lots of colours. A great place for healing, for new beginnings, for frolicking! To me, Spring has a soft and joyous vibe, that can both embolden you, and bring you some much needed rest and healing. Spring Monarchs: Venaris (Lady of Flowers)

Hugh Mynne, The Faerie Way

Borrowing my wife's jewellery and returning it a few days later in a place it is impossible to miss (hilarious and fine)

Adding extra cutlery to our cutlery drawer?? (just hilarious)

(Disclaimer, this is my personal view on these spirits and therefore upg heavy)

To me, unicorns are creatures that bring hope, joy, and wonder when we most need it. They remind us there is beauty and magic to be found everywhere, even in the smallest things.

They are part of the Fair Folk, of the holden or helpful/blessing folk. Unicorns are healers, and their horn can purify water and other substances, clearing them of poisons. They invite us to frolic with them, to embrace our own authentic self and our inner child. But, that horn is not for show. They are courageous and can be fierce when defending their homes or the ones they call theirs. They are also symbols of freedom, unable to be caught or brought down.

Unicorns are often tied to “purity” bringing to mind the tapestry of the virgin and the unicorn. However, fuck purity culture, we don’t need to be virgins to call upon the unicorn. Purity in their case means pure of heart, in the sense that you are honest, above all, with yourself. That you see and live your own truth, even in the tiniest ways. It takes courage to be authentic, and the unicorns see and support us in exploring and expressing our own selves.

(Incomplete) Faerie Witchcraft Book List

Fairycraft and Fairy Witchcraft by Morgan Daimler

Betwixt and Between by Storm Faerywolf