Witchcraft Practices I am Most Looking Forward to This Summer

[@TheGreenWitch]

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[@badindiegamer]

It's winter for me and I'm really focusing on my indoor plants and my connections with them along with spirit and Deity work! Also looking forward to getting a fire pit so I can do some bigger spells with fire but in the meantime candle magic has been really rewarding.

[@rzch6092]

Wishing all that read this all the best in life. Love to all

[@helmoonkitty8583]

Thank you and same to you. Blessings Love 🌼🌻🏵️

[@wandering.therian]

blessed be! thank you for your kindness 🩵

[@Albyplayz]

Blessed be and right back at you ❤️

[@tammystegall5130]

Thank you ! Same too you ✨

[@VoidStars-_-]

Thanks, same to you 🥰 hope you’re day is well

[@juliannearlene7244]

Rosemary shortbread cookies. Rice pudding with rosewater.

[@thesentienttoadstool9369]

Maybe you can dye some of the bags you use to make spell bags with the calendula.

[@rhigan7622]

I love giant lap dogs! I have one, too!

[@greyhousehaunts3646]

The pups are being so helpful 🥰

[@cassieroo17]

What sweet puppies!! 🥺

[@PatriciaKanavy]

Aww, I LOVE the B-roll of you and your dogs! 🥰

[@BrelynnHeart]

You're garden spell bag reminds me of the pennsylvania dutch urglaawe tradition of the butzmann. It's basically an enchanted scarecrow stuffed with the garden or crop materiel of your land. He is created around imbolc (groundhogs day in this tradition) and empowered with a spirit before the end of may. He watches over your land, crops and gardens throughout the growing seasons to ensure healthy abundant crops, keep pests away and keep troublesome spirits away. He is ritually burned before Samhain so that he can join the wild hunt with Frau Holle and his body can't be possessed by nefarious spirits.

[@reuvyiashadow3636]

Love seeing the extra clips of you with your pups. :) Recently my oldest daughter wanted a Persian Love cake for her birthday which includes rose petals and spices. I put roses with cinnamon and nutmeg from our garden. After hoping she has an amazing birthday while making it, she truly had a great birthday. This is something I try to do every Summer for her since its a tricky time for her birthday. Both my children love watching your pups and your crafting with me. :)

[@purrsephone2904]

I love the dogs!

[@PinkieJoJo]

I have a German shepherd and a Malinois and so I really connected with this video maybe a little bit more because of how your dogs kept interrupting you because I know the feeling. ❤

[@mouseakins]

Calendula is a great flower for making a natural dye. You can dye natural fibers, make paints or inks, etc.

[@elderemo87]

Also your voice is sooooo soothing

[@valsptsd814]

I just watched two of your videos from a couple of years ago, and just spent 2 hours cleaning out a huge sunroom that’s been “the bane of my existence” and you inspired me to look around and realize how much I was already subconsciously doing and have been for a long time. So much so, my sister brought me a brown bottle with a pump top she found by the sink and HAD to ask if it actually was soap. I propagate in test tube cuttings in my bedroom window, and somehow no where else. My rock “collection” which is so big its just well placed in the yard. I have been angry for years. I have long since given up so much of this. And with some work, I might find all of me again. And she wont all be angry. You have my deepest thanks.

[@nisischmidt9137]

Garden spell back!! Never thought of that, thank you 😍

[@AnnWright-t9v]

Working g on tinctures! It's so fun learning what works for our bodies

[@hergardendiary]

This will be my first year trying calendula salve and making my own chamomile and mint tea.

[@mansfield821]

I want to work perfecting my craft. More meditation practices. And expand my mind more & aligning myself with the moon even more.

[@bionicbookworm3928]

As a fellow Ehlers Danlos sufferer, I am DESPERATE for a good salve for muscle tension and inflammation. I’m tired of the medications they suggest that never work lol Calendula is used for anti inflammatory purposes, so maybe something with that?

[@CedarMoonWitch]

I don’t know if you’ve ever tried making soap or shampoo before, but calendula is wonderful in both! In soaps it helps repair and protect the skin, much like in a salve, and in shampoos it encourages hair growth and repair, and helps ease frizz.

[@thefox08]

Thanks Annie! My favorite parts are where your beautiful puppers interrupt...and the end with them. I am a huge animal lover and dogs are my favorite.

[@EmmeChatterton]

Lol at the puppies stealing the show! Loved seeing how fun and sweet they are, hope we see them a lot this summer :D

[@ent1121]

Oh you have a giant lap dog too 😂

[@MeaningSeekerPod]

Great.

[@sineadnicant-sealgar3758]

I would love to a video on how to make salves again. Thanks so much! i have some wonderful herbs ready for use.

[@jessicapalmer7714]

Absolutely love seeing the dogs too! The outtakes were a great little shot of endorphins thank you! ❤

[@aprilmoses2898]

I'm excited about the recipes and videos.

[@cheryl-lylbaldr4560]

I have returned to doing salves and teas would to learn more on tinctures, also know how to make the elderberry syrup. Thank you Namaste and love to you blessings.

[@practicallybalanced7749]

do you already have a protection salve vid? I would also love remedies for chronic fatigue. Thank you!!1 Love your videos!!

[@elderemo87]

So glad I found you! I'm working towards moving out in nature and being able to handcraft most of the things I use in my magic practice. Rn I make a REALLY powerful sleep oil with three roots and herbs really good for sleep but you gave me an idea that I could make it into salve so ty! Also calendula is good for inflammation so good for body products but im sure you know that and oh bath bombs!

[@thealaidlaw6696]

Hi Anni, I loved the video, I hope to see more of your salves , I need a healing one for burns in the kitchen, ( I always burn myself) also my golden retrieves are just like Hazel and Grimm, jumping up to get in on the action but who cares when you love them LOL 😂 take care , and sending warm blessings from the woods in England 😊

[@DestinyGodden]

I just made a cherry pie and I have been in love with blackberries lately. I love baking and cooking so I’m trying to incorporate some kitchen witchery. Also, I love how your dogs just want to be near you. ❤

[@sarahallegra6239]

I love seeing your dogs join you and help! So sweet! I’m personally working on a lot of abundance/attraction spells, including an ammonia jar. I need a chunk of cash for some medical stuff, so that’s my focus right now. I’m looking forward to having that problem done! Oh! Anything you have for sleep/anxiety, I’d be super interested in seeing that! Struggling with both of those things right now. Thank you! 💚

[@mansfield821]

Yes would love to see your crafting.

[@forestgyrl]

Lovely video, great seeing the fur babies. I'm actually doing custards with fruit, strawberries etc. You can eat as is or put into a tiny tart shell. Great for single serving. Blessings everyone!

[@nooralmalaka.k.amonasarrai5995]

Thank you dear friend ❤

[@MalenaLuna444]

Your dog! 😍😍😍 So sweet and beautiful. ❤.Your white one def wanted your attention lol

[@deborahreed5905]

Hello I just made strawberry jam with 2 of my daughters trying to pass down some of my knowledge. It was a wonderful time and a very good memory. P.S.are you still working on your book.

[@xJadeWolfxx]

My plan is to make blackberry muffins with lemon topped with lavender sugar. All of which are summer seasonals that I can add to my morning breakfast. I can't really afford to spend the extra money on seasonal cut flowers for the house, so I'm going to try shifting my breakfast additions to have a little something seasonal. I'm not sure if I want to use them as spells at the moment, the three don't really blend magically for a daily thing.

[@galelascala105]

I like to use calendula for an after bath oil. I pair it with lavender and rose. After bathing while skin is still wet, apply and then pat, don't rub, yourself dry. Your skin will be nourished, moisturized and smooth all day long.

[@toddy7140]

I would be very interested in seeing a baking magic recipe!

[@wandering.therian]

love the doggie interruptions! also your videos are always helpful for me and an aesthetic inspiration for my own! 🩵

[@graceannec2239]

❤❤❤❤ love the storyline and topic, but I have to be honest and say I absolutely adore seeing the engagement with the pups😂❤❤❤❤❤….. so cute!!! ….. After all, “ we are just lap hounds say Hazel and Grimm”😂❤❤😂❤😂❤❤❤. Absolutely adorable Annabel Margaret!!!

[@graceannec2239]

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[@TheJeSsMyStaH]

What about...body butters? Have you ever made a body butter? a MAGICKAL body butter!?

[@ChunLi3292]

Can you use fresh cut sage leaves for a sachet for protection?

[@SageMez]

not sure if this will be useful to you, but i make my own soap and i'll use calendula oil in it if that's helpful

[@BjornBear21]

Great video. You help me so much in my own practice. Your a great instructor. You should give classes, you and (Witch of Wonderlust). I’m sure lots would come. I know I would.

[@christianavance9124]

Love seeing the fur babies. Realizing that since I work with dogs I should consider a salve for healing bites and scratches. Currently have a bite on each hand from different dogs at work and my 83 lbs dog has a habit of scratching me too.

[@beck13xs]

I'm looking forward to getting back into simple practices this summer. I haven't done much in terms of my witchcraft practice lately. But going for nature walks, meditation, and affirmations are where I want to start again. I want to do a summer simmer pot too. Then perhaps I'll have time to make a few salves as well.

[@M3lody3402._]

FIRST AND BTW IM REALLY GONNA ENJOY THIS VID

[@Rose-do1yx]

If you have way too much calendula, maybe try juicing them and making a succus? I am sure it would be brilliant used as the water part in a cream. or preserve it with alcohol (maybe with calendula tincture!) for later use.

[@Kira_Martel]

Ooh, yes! I almost never see people using that form of medicine these days, it's awesome to see a succus being suggested!

[@chakralove]

Enjoy this Summer Season bright shining light ✨ 😎

[@Antosza]

I found that summer is ideal time for night rituals - it's warm and you could stay outside as long as you need. Also some of my favorite constellations and stars are now in the sky.. I always make sure that my potted protectors have everything they needed to rest and gain strength for the next winter: light, wind, maybe some thunderstorm water... The Waxing Moon rituals are the best at this time of the year, when everything is growing. Also I believe that summer is a good time to know better the local spirits, make some contact or acquaintances, when they are in the mood and not struggle through the cold monthes, some big trees or stones a good place for looking. And, of course, gardening and foraging, using all that abundant solar energy. I especially love making fermented teas with cherry and raspberry leaves.

[@clairdeluna70]

Annie, I see you putting fresh flowers in the jar. Are you using fresh flowers now instead of drying first for your infused oils? It looks beautiful.

[@matilachiesa]

hey Annie! i've been using calendula a lot lately in concentration/study purposes, specially for it's solar energy

[@wandering.therian]

twinsies! do you grow your own?

[@matilachiesa]

my father has her in his garden, so whenever he prunes her I gather some! he lets me grab some when I need it though if I don't have any

[@lindasmithers9994]

Yes. Agreed. I love crafting these "spells" too.

[@bobbieboothroyd8531]

I've been watching Dog videos today and I've just seen another one with a bit of Herbs mixed in it's always nice to find things that puts a smile on your face have a great week

[@jodidaunfowler1394]

Beautiful!

[@True2u71]

I love cooking, baking, and making bath and body products. Thank you for sharing your love of herbalism!!❤

[@AuspiciousHermetics]

I love this video so much! I love your dog they're adorable and it's beautiful seeing how close you all are. Animals are just so darn magical and sweet! Thank you for posting! 😊🧡🪄🌙🔮

[@smurray7433]

I was so happy when my calendula seeds sprouted and then gave me flowers. However, I was soooo sad when the plant got infested with bugs. I tried so hard to “organically” rid them if the bugs. Sadly I was not successful 😢. I had to pull up the plants. Do I have any advice on how I can prevent them.

[@Kira_Martel]

It was probably not happy where it was. Calendula is generally very easy to grow, so it was probably not loving the soil, watering schedule, etc. A healthy plant has an easier time resisting bugs, even growing next to other infested plants, so beefing up the soil, choosing a different location, or changing how often you water it will probably help.

[@lindasmithers9994]

Hello Annie, I have a lot of Pine trees in my yard. I'm interested in making a Pine spray for cleaning my home. What other ingredients would you recommend??

[@rzch6092]

Hi Annabel do you sell these salves/ balms?

[@dpcaw]

Looking forward to you sharing the recipe of the lilac scent you are make :)

[@Rose-do1yx]

Exactly! Me too!

[@texascajun4023]

Great video! Please do bakery ideas!! I love mixing the two together as gifts for my loved ones and neighbors.❤

[@irenebourontzi9049]

Thank you for sharing your summer practices with us ❤️ I would love to see the garden protection spell in detail in a future video 💚💛🧡

[@heavensapocalypse]

Thanks for including more of you chatting to your dogs at the end. You look like such a happy family ❤️

[@IhearTsteVveLacy]

You are such a natural beauty with a kind soul. 🤭🧡

[@OregonKnitter]

One summer craft I just discovered is making lavender wands. I grow 3 varieties of it, so I have plenty to make these as gifts.

[@cindy.charbonneau]

I really like your videos and I love your personalities, you are so calm😊 I can't wait to hear more

[@witchNwand]

Great vids, always a joy to watch.

[@StardustLilianna]

You guys are so adorable ☺ I know what you're going through with your babies (pets) this summers energy is really warm and inviting. The workings you suggested fit perfectly ❤

[@leslie.dixon.]

I so appreciate your videos. They are so down to earth, inspiring, and soothing. I’m learning so much about how to put what I read into practice.

[@kencreppin2146]

I am an elderly person who has recently suffered from shingles. I am left with itchy/extremely sensitive skin. Due to very raw nerve endings, I dare not scratch otherwise I suffer extreme pain in the back of my head that even affects my eyesight. Doctors only recommend cold compresses and medication. Compresses don't work and the pain lasts only 20-30 minutes making meds pointless. Is there a salve that would numb the skin thus "road blocking" the pain cycle?

[@Rose-do1yx]

St John's wort is specific for nerve pain. Now is the perfect time to gather it, as it flowers in late june. St John's wort and lemon balm are also both antiviral, specifically for the herpes virus (shingles is a herpes virus infection). You could make infused oils with both and combine them in a salve, or infuse some St John's wort oil and add lemon balm essential oil (I have heard more of the essential oil being used and not so much infused oil of lemon balm; essential oil will be stronger antiviral) If it is too painful to apply a salve you can use a topical spray. There is a formula by Jill Stansbury using aleo gel, calendula succus (juice of the flowers), liquorice tincture, st John's wort tincture, and lemon balm essential oil. It's in her book Herbal formularies for health professionals vol 4, in case you want to look it up. There are many interactions of St John's wort with drugs. If you're taking it internally it is crucial to check those and discuss with a herbalist and/or your doctor. I am not entirely sure if this is also when you use it topically in a salve. I would assume it's not the case, but it is better to check, in case you're taking anything. I hope this is helpful and you find some relief!

[@GothTinsAltars-os1kz]

I've heard that sage oil can relieve the itching from shingles. You can make it with grapeseed oil and dried sage from the store. Put the oil and the dried herb in a Mason jar either in a pan on the stove or a Crock-Pot with an inch or 2 of water on low for 3-5 hours. This helps the oil get infused by the herb. Strain it after it has infused and cooled completely and rub the oil on the affected area. 2 tablespoons dried sage to 1 cup grapeseed oil. It will moisturize the area and after a few days the pain should start to decrease.

[@Kira_Martel]

My first thought is St. John's Wort, since it's specific to nerve issues. It can work slowly but it's very effective. My teacher has a client who used it to repair nerve damage after a car accident. It took her 2½ years of consistent use, but she was eventually able to regain completely normal sensation.

[@rewilding_rose]

Hazel and Grimm were such good helpers in this video! 😂 I always love to see them in your videos. Since I live near the ocean, summer always means water magic to me.

[@MsOkayAwesome]

I've been using calendula oil to heal some bad scrapes from a bike accident. Its amazing! I couldn't believe the speed and thoroughness of the healing!

[@mjgeorge8684]

You're amazing girl! Love your videos! 💜

[@anafaria7470]

Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your ideas for Summer. I would love to try making salves. I struggle with sensitive and very dry skin, and nothing seems to work and I would love to find something natural that would help with that. Do you have any ideas on what kind of oils and plants could help me with that?

[@Kira_Martel]

Olive oil is a classic oil for infusing, but sweet almond oil can also be lovely. You might want to do some reading on oleic vs. linoleic acids in oils and which would be best for your skin type. As for herbs, calendula is wonderfully soothing, healing, and moisturizing. Rose is great (just think of the texture of a rose petal), and one of my favorites is Self-heal. Comfrey and plantain are both high in allantoin which is a great skin healer. Lavender is good for healing redness and calming reactionary skin. Hope that helps get you started! 🌱💚

[@melindasweeney8333]

Do you add oils to fresh herbs?

[@nonamenojane]

Lovely video as always. Just a thought on the abundant calendula - I like to press and dry flowers to make subtle window charms, a witchy decoration for someone's birthday card, or even to just to attach to a magical wreath. I know I've seen you work with herbs and flowers in similar ways, but with the properties and beauty of the calendula I think it could make for some especially pretty and powerful charms. Also, this can be a pretty discreet practice, pressing and decorating with flowers is a common thing to do, so good for anyone who isn't out with their practice.

[@stunningstacie6299]

Wow!! Can you make a video on how to create some salves? Especially abundance salves and how to wear them? Thank you! I love your videos. You have a very comforting energy.

[@scoodler]

Lovely video as always. Your voice is so calming. Regarding your question: I am curating a group art show in October this year. The theme is "Waking the Witch". I've been working on a series of paintings of magical medicinal plants and a short film featuring a life size puppet of Baba Yaga as part of the exhibit. I'm looking forward to it, but feeling the pressure since I also have a ft day job. Those quiet evenings with chamomile and lavender tea are a must!

[@owend.1485]

Personally I would love to see the garden ritual and some of the baked good recipes. I use calendula in teas as it adds a nice brightness and is a protective herb

[@LearningToLiveWithM.S.]

Where's the video on salve making?

[@brandiemuse9769]

Your fur babies are so sweet.

[@weaverofplants]

Hi, first time commenting under one of your videos ':) As an Italian herbalist I like to use calendula in the most "simple" way: I love making tinctures and infused oil with it so that I can use it later on in the year. I also keep a good amount of dried flowers for tea 🌼. One of the plant that are most abundant in my garden now is lemon balm, I'm working with it almost every day, finding ways to preserve it in the form of teas, syrup and tincture Love your channel and your videos, kisses from Northern Italy🌿

[@Myriako]

Thank you for this video! 😄🌸

[@swarm6697]

Your videos are awesome I love you creativity I enjoy watching them and I don't get bored watching them that is a great thing

[@cystalmoonlight]

Any recommendations for mulberries?

[@M3lody3402._]

🔮🧺🧺💕💕🎀⭐️⭐️🍓🍰

[@nannetteskelly787]

Blessed be 💜

[@trishs.4326]

I would be interested in learning about the Garden spell bags please

[@gisala5243]

Could you make a video on making a medicinal herbal syrup (for sore throats and coughs)? I been looking for a good recipe, and thought, you probably have some. Also, interested in where you source you ingredients, such as, elderberries too? Thanks!

[@pambiehler5780]

Nice vid ur fur babies were defently wonting to be involved.

[@SS-in1ts]

Your dog. ❤❤❤

[@ArtemisNYC]

Do you have a recipe for an anti-inflammatory salve by any chance? I love your videos, they are so soothing and inspiring.

[@Evans1934]

This is off topic, but do you know anything about the diety oshun? I'm a beginner and have gotten involved with her, called the queen of witches 🧙‍♀️ bad things have been going down, even tho she's a goddess of love. I'm super confused 😕 please don't think I'll of me and my foolishness...

[@GothTinsAltars-os1kz]

Annabelle does not work with Orishas. You should contact a Santero (Santeria practitioner) or someone else in your local area who works with Orishas and get a reading to make sure Oshun is in your spirit court.

[@enchantedxhaven]

I absolutely love your videos. You’ve taught me so much. I have to ask, *where* do you get your clothes? I’ve noticed you seem to go for the cottagecore look quite a bit, which I absolutely love. You seem to wear a lot of linen, which unfortunately I find very hard to locate.