Mabon is the pagan holiday which is the autumnal equinox, or the first day of fall. It takes place on September 21st. Also known as the "pagan thanksgiving", this holiday celebrates the second harvest of the season. Nearing the end of the growing season, it is a time to clean up the garden and preserve… Continue reading Mabon: The Autumnal Equinox
International Fairy Day is coming, June 24th! Icons of Fairy Legend and FolkloreBring the Fairy Magic HomeFairies in MusicFairies in the GardenFairies in Art Fairies in Literature In 1902, J.M. Barrie’s book, Peter Pan claimed that when the first baby laughed for the first time, its laugh broke into a million pieces, and they all went… Continue reading Happy Fairy Day!
International Fairy Day is coming, June 24! Fairies have been drawn, painted and sculpted in every size, shape and medium. A favorite of the Victorian era, fairy art was inspired by literature of William Shakespeare, Edward Robert Hughes and Edmund Spenser. Even photographers have convinced people of their existence. Photographs of the Cottingley fairies, taken in… Continue reading Fairies in Art
International Fairy Day is coming, June 24th! Fairies are decorating gardens everywhere. Sculptures and figurines are available to suit any size garden and price range. Whether displayed singly or in a grouping, fairies add a sense of wonder and magic to your garden. Plantings in a fairy garden should include trees that provide food and… Continue reading Fairies in the Garden
Certainly! Music has often drawn inspiration from fairytales, creating enchanting and magical compositions. A vast array of styles and compositions exist. The choice is limited only by your personal preference. You can find contemporary songs for all ages as well as classical songs from opera and theater. To create an ethereal mood for your celebration,… Continue reading Fairies in Music?
International Fairy Day is coming, June 24! There are so many fun ways to prepare your home for the fun on Fairy Day. You can create a fairy setting for your family to celebrate. Drape a length of sheer fabric (gauze, mosquito netting, organdy, tulle) over windows, tables, tree branches, patio umbrella – wherever there… Continue reading Bring the Fairy Magic Home!
When is Litha? The summer solstice or "midsummer", lands on June 20th in the northern hemisphere. It is the longest day of the year. After Litha, the days begin to become shorter until Yule in December, when the wheel turns once again and the days become longer. Litha is a celebration of abundance. Symbols of… Continue reading Happy Litha Summer Solstice, 2024
International Fairy Day is coming, June 24th! Modern fairies are generally portrayed as miniature humans with wings and magical powers. Although much of ancient folklore has portrayed them as large and malicious, modern fairies appear to be much more beneficent. In Europe, the fairy lore dates to the Middle Ages, but goes further back in… Continue reading Icons of Fairy Legend and Folklore
CELEBRATE FAIRIES! So many reasons to celebrate in June - weddings, graduations, flag day, the first day of summer. But, did you know that June 24th is International Fairy Day! I didn't, until I searched for June Holidays and found quite a few obscure ones. Days to celebrate foods (doughnuts, cheese, bomb pops, fudge and… Continue reading International Fairy Day is coming, June 24
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