Thanks to the ladies who came out to our Tarot Meet and Greet - it was a joy for us, and I think fun was had by all.
Your faithful webmistress will be spending more time physically in the shop over the course of the next six weeks, something I'm very happy about. I've noticed our customers really are an amazing blend of people: some are spiritual searchers, some have been walking their own path for years, and others just really want to buy some cool lanterns.
I've been on my own path for quite some time now (don't you dare ask how long, it will make me feel old) and consequently I've accumulated some pretty good resources on the web. I'd like to share some of these with you today.
The Cauldron Web Forum - this is an interfaith discussion board with an emphasis on research and debate. It is home to British Traditional Wiccans, eclectic Wiccans, Buddhists, Asatru, Reconstructionists, Druids, Chaos Magicians, witches, Christians, and pagans of all stripes. It is all inclusive, and a wonderful resource for anyone who enjoys intellectual debate. There's a good selection of articles too. For the seeker, I recommend the Pagan Primer, which tells you all about all those different groups I just mentioned!
Witches' Voice - The NeoPagan essay site. A variety of ever-changing personal essays from different viewpoints, from all over the globe. A good place to start networking as well.
Aeclectic - Probably the most comprehensive guide to Tarot on the web.
Pagan Book Reviews - written by pagan author Lupa (author of the amazing Talking About the Elephant among others) this site is one of my personal favourites when it comes to finding new reading material.
Cantrap - A site about magic. Magic not associated with any particular dogma - this is not to be confused with Wicca or any other pagan religion. Highly sarcastic.
I hope these prove as helpful to some of you out there as they have been to me.
Showing posts with label tarot. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tarot. Show all posts
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Pick a card.
The Shadowscapes Tarot is out! This is a deck that several people we know have been lusting after since long before it was even completed - if you're a on DeviantArt you may have seen Stephanie Pui-Mun Law's beautiful artwork before and wondered, "when will this deck finally be finished?"
Well, like I said, it is! And we've got it in the shop! The artwork is truly stunning and this is sure to be a hit with longtime readers and novices alike.
I'm sometimes asked what the best deck for beginners is. Now, a million years ago when I first started reading, I had a truly hideous discount deck that I got from the bargain bin at Cole's. That's not what I would recommend, heh. Honestly probably the most universal deck, and the one on which most other modern decks are based, is the Rider-Waite. Learning the Rider-Waite gives one a foundation in tarot that allows for a deeper understanding of the archetypes commonly used, and an appreciation of symbolism. Now, that's not to say you can't just pick a deck based on how you respond to the artwork - you certainly can! That's how my sister did it, and that worked just fine for her. Really, picking your first deck (or any other after) is an intensely personal affair. The best thing to do is look at the cards and see if the images capture your imagination easily.
There are many books on tarot that can benefit both the beginner and the longtime reader. One of my personal favourites remains Rachel Pollack's 78 Degrees of Wisdom. Pollack references the Qabala, the ideas of Jung, and the concept of the major arcana as the Journey of the Fool all without ever coming off as dry or snobby. The book is accessible to all levels of expertise, and one that deserves a lifelong place on any tarot enthusiast's bookshelf.
(Incidentally, plans for our upcoming tarot class are in the works, and it looks like we'll be beginning those in September.)
Well, like I said, it is! And we've got it in the shop! The artwork is truly stunning and this is sure to be a hit with longtime readers and novices alike.
I'm sometimes asked what the best deck for beginners is. Now, a million years ago when I first started reading, I had a truly hideous discount deck that I got from the bargain bin at Cole's. That's not what I would recommend, heh. Honestly probably the most universal deck, and the one on which most other modern decks are based, is the Rider-Waite. Learning the Rider-Waite gives one a foundation in tarot that allows for a deeper understanding of the archetypes commonly used, and an appreciation of symbolism. Now, that's not to say you can't just pick a deck based on how you respond to the artwork - you certainly can! That's how my sister did it, and that worked just fine for her. Really, picking your first deck (or any other after) is an intensely personal affair. The best thing to do is look at the cards and see if the images capture your imagination easily.
There are many books on tarot that can benefit both the beginner and the longtime reader. One of my personal favourites remains Rachel Pollack's 78 Degrees of Wisdom. Pollack references the Qabala, the ideas of Jung, and the concept of the major arcana as the Journey of the Fool all without ever coming off as dry or snobby. The book is accessible to all levels of expertise, and one that deserves a lifelong place on any tarot enthusiast's bookshelf.
(Incidentally, plans for our upcoming tarot class are in the works, and it looks like we'll be beginning those in September.)
Friday, June 25, 2010
Local Happenings
First of all, we'd like to give a great big shout-out and thank you to Star FM! If you were listening the other day you might have heard shop proprietor Sandie on air, talking about the Sacred Well. Again, we'd like to thank Star FM for taking the time to support Chilliwack businesses and business owners. You might also have heard on-air that if you mentioned the interview when you came into the shop, you could walk out with a free votive candle. Come on down and visit us this weekend and mention this blog, and you can do the same!
We'd also like to thank all of the folk in town who have stopped by to say hello and check us out. Word of mouth is really the best form of advertisement, and we are delighted by how much positive feedback the store has been getting. That's thanks to YOU, and we appreciate it.
This Sunday of course is the Village Classic Car Show here in downtown Chilliwack. Rather than miss such a cool event, the Sacred Well will be open on Sunday, so drop on in and say hello or check out some of our new stock.
Speaking of new stock... we are very excited to now be carrying a selection of Coventry Creations candles and spell kits. This includes the Motor City Hoodoo candles, which are high on the list of our own Mama Fortuna's all-time favourites. Simply a must for anyone interested in conjure! We are also delighted to be carrying the 'Witches Brew' candles which simply cannot be beat in terms of long burning time and amazing scent. (Mama always has at least one burning at home.)
We've received more pendulums in, and also a selection of gorgeous paper lanterns. We have new oil burners and some wish pots, and new books and tarot decks as well. Remember that if there is a particular deck or book you're after but can't find, tell us! Chances are we can get a hold of it.
We have had several people express interest in taking a tarot workshop, and so we are planning to organise a beginners course in August/September. Details will be posted as soon as we gt that together, but if you are interested in such a course be sure to drop us a line via e-mail, this blog, or physically at the shop!
Hope you all had a great Summer Solstice, and enjoy that lunar eclipse tomorrow night!
We'd also like to thank all of the folk in town who have stopped by to say hello and check us out. Word of mouth is really the best form of advertisement, and we are delighted by how much positive feedback the store has been getting. That's thanks to YOU, and we appreciate it.
This Sunday of course is the Village Classic Car Show here in downtown Chilliwack. Rather than miss such a cool event, the Sacred Well will be open on Sunday, so drop on in and say hello or check out some of our new stock.
Speaking of new stock... we are very excited to now be carrying a selection of Coventry Creations candles and spell kits. This includes the Motor City Hoodoo candles, which are high on the list of our own Mama Fortuna's all-time favourites. Simply a must for anyone interested in conjure! We are also delighted to be carrying the 'Witches Brew' candles which simply cannot be beat in terms of long burning time and amazing scent. (Mama always has at least one burning at home.)
We've received more pendulums in, and also a selection of gorgeous paper lanterns. We have new oil burners and some wish pots, and new books and tarot decks as well. Remember that if there is a particular deck or book you're after but can't find, tell us! Chances are we can get a hold of it.
We have had several people express interest in taking a tarot workshop, and so we are planning to organise a beginners course in August/September. Details will be posted as soon as we gt that together, but if you are interested in such a course be sure to drop us a line via e-mail, this blog, or physically at the shop!
Hope you all had a great Summer Solstice, and enjoy that lunar eclipse tomorrow night!
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