The Witch of Bees and BonesToday's video is a bit of a story time and a reveal that I FINALLY opened by Etsy shop. Each day since my last video, the Universe has reminded me that I need to take a look at the limits I placed on myself. I wanted to share because I know this is something we all do. I took the hint and made a huge leap by opening my Etsy shop!
A Further Discussion About Our Self Imposed Trappings...and A Fun Reveal!The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-28 | Today's video is a bit of a story time and a reveal that I FINALLY opened by Etsy shop. Each day since my last video, the Universe has reminded me that I need to take a look at the limits I placed on myself. I wanted to share because I know this is something we all do. I took the hint and made a huge leap by opening my Etsy shop!
The Spider-Bite Body Piercing/Jen Minuti instagram.com/piercings_by_jen.minutiLiminal Space and Getting Comfortable With Being UncomfortableThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-06-24 | In today's video I chat about how I have been spending more time in the liminal spaces and becoming more comfortable with being uncomfortable.
#witch #queerwitch #pridemonth #crone #naturewitch #bonewitchCatching Up!The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-05-20 | Thank you all for your patience! I'm back! I had the pleasure of participating in a Live Stream on @AbitheWitch channel last night (linked below). I was also gifted the beautiful Old Ways Magick Oraclke by Naomi Cornock. I gush about how special the deck is and share some of the images.
To Book a Reading From My Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/WitchofBeesandBonesMay 9, 2023The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-05-09 | ...Chatting About Current Plans for the Channel and How My Practice Continues to EvolveThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-04-29 | A chatty and rambling sit-down about where things are at, plans for the channel, and how my practice continues to evolve after all these years.
To schedule a reading from my Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/WitchofBeesandBonesThree New Decks That Were Gifted to Me!The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-04-24 | In todays video, I sat down and chatted about 3 decks that were gifted to me by a dear friend. The Wooden Tarot and The Earthbound Oracle, both by A.L. Schwartz (appear to be out of stock everywhere I looked on line). The Ophidia Rosa Tarot by Nicole Rallis is available at: leilaolive.com/products/ophidia-rosa-botanical-tarot-deck:
I will be on Wine and Witchcraft Live on May 7th at 9pm! youtube.com/@wineandwitchcraftliveThe Invitation to Read Tarot (or Oracle) VR to @MixtressRae and @Calluna.VThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-04-19 | In todays video I share my VR to the #tarotinvitation originally done by @MixtressRae. I originally watched the VR to this video done by @Calluna.V and really enjoyed it, so was called to share my VR as well!
Video prompts: Prompts: 1. What are your favorite deck housings (box, bag, other type of box, etc)? and how do you store your decks (drawer, box, shelf, etc)? 2. How important are card backings to you? What type of card backings do you prefer? 3. Do you like edging your decks? What kind of edgings do you like? 4. What kind of tactile experience do you want to have with a tarot deck (cardstock, what method of shuffling you prefer, finish on the cards, etc)? 5. What other factors make a deck feel inviting for you to use (internal consistency, colors, the type of conversation you have with the deck, its energy, etc)? 6. What does your tarot reading practice look like (daily rituals, how you use your decks, etc)?Catching up and Chatting About My NYC Trip... Elijah joins us too!The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-04-17 | In todays video, I chat about my trip to NYC, some of my experiences, and some take-aways I got from releasing a bit of control.
Weyward by Emilia Hart: goodreads.com/book/show/60654349-weywardDeck Fatigue..and Welcoming a New Gifted Deck (Maiden Oracle by Nicole Rallis of Leila + Olive)The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-04-05 | In today's video I discuss what I refer to as "deck fatigue" and what I'm doing to help with it. I'm also welcoming a new gifted deck that I just received last night!
Maiden Oracle by Nicole Rallis of Leila + Olive leilaolive.com/products/the-maiden-botanical-oracleA Chat About Grace and Being MindfulThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-04-01 | A quick sit-down where I chat about what Grace means to me and the importance of it in my life and practice. I also discuss the importance of being mindful and taking care of ones self. #witch #crone #oraclecardreader #solitarywitch #lefthandpathCatching up on Whats New...and some shiny pretty things.The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-29 | In today's video I chat about some evolutions in thought and practice I've been working on lately. I also share some lovely crystals that have recently found their way into my life.
Woodland Wardens Deck: woodlandwardens.comChatting About The Faceted Garden OracleThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-27 | Today I share and chat about The Faceted Garden Oracle. I've been using this deck quite a bit for both person and client readings and have really been enjoying it.
Julie Van Meter, Master Life Coach and Reiki Master: instagram.com/julie.van.meterVR to @CrescentDreamsTarot #TarotCommunityBuildThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-20 | After watching and enjoying Calluna V's ( @Calluna.V ) VR to the original tag, I went to the source at(@CrescentDreamsTarot) and so loved it, that I had to do it myself! As many of you know I read oracle, not tarot...though as I disclose in the video I'm dipping my toe into a tarot deck. I thought I would modify the questions a bit, but you get the idea!
The Questions 1. Name? Preferred pronouns? Channel name if you have one? 2. What first got you into tarot and if you have a channel, why did you create it? 3. What is your tarot aesthetic? Basically, what kinds of decks are you attracted to? 4. What tarot system is your favorite and which do you want to learn? 5. Top 3 Favorite Major Arcana? 6. Favorite suit of the Minors and why? 7. Which of the courts would you consider as your significator? 8. Is cardstock a big deal for you? 9. Do you read for others? 10. #1 deck you are excited to have come out this year?
Lightning Round Questions!
Coffee or Tea? Colors or monochrome? Cats or Dogs? Flora or Fauna? Favorite time of day? Favorite things besides tarot?
For Oracle Card Readings from my Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/WitchofBeesandBonesDreams & Incarnations and Spirits and Shadows by Shadow Art Finds ChatThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-18 | Today I discuss the pros and cons of this set of decks I purchased last month.
Witch of Bees and Bones Etsy Shop: etsy.com/your/shops/WitchofBeesandBonesWorking with the Archetype/Deity MedusaThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-16 | Today is a bit of a heavy one folks. I discuss a bit about Medusa's mythology, and how I work with her energy. #medusa #crone #witch #solitarywitch #naturewitch #bonewitch #snakewitch#morethanawitch VR to @AbitheWitchThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-11 | While deep diving on the #tradwitchtag, I found @AbitheWitch video that she created with the tag #morethanawitch and just HAD to do it!
October Occult Candles Etsy Shop etsy.com/shop/OctoberOccult#TradWitchTag VR to @polishfolkwitchThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-10 | Today I answer the questions created by @polishfolkwitch that have been answered by loads of other folks. I've enjoyed so many of the videos, I decided to make my own! #witch #solitarywitch #lefthandpath #naturewitch #bonewitch #forestwitch #tradwitchtag
The Questions: 1. What kind of craft do you practice? (i.e. folk magic, traditional witchcraft, wicca, modern witchcraft, ceremonial magic, eclectic, occultism etc) 2. What paradigm, faith or philosophy informs your craft? (i.e. spirit model, animism, neoplatonism, psychological approach, energy model, polytheism etc) 3. What culture(s) is your practice rooted in? 4. How long have you been practicing and how did it all start? 5. What books or resources have you first started with? Would you recommend them to others today? 6. How has your practice and/or paradigm changed over the years, if at all? 7. What does your daily/regular practice look like? What do you do on a regular basis? 8. Are there aspects of your craft that you need to keep secret? In your opinion, is secrecy important in witchcraft? 9. What are some of your favourite tools that you use regularly? 10. What books or resources would you recommend to newbie witches interested in your kind of craft?
To schedule a reading through my Etsy shop: etsy.com/shop/WitchofBeesandBonesTaking a Look at the Deep, Dark, & Dangerous Oracle Deck by Stacey DemarcoThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-07 | Today we take a look at the Deep, Dark, and Dangerous Oracle Deck by Stacey Demarco. It's a beautiful deck that is incredible for shadow-work and no-nonsense answers.
Witch of Bees and Bones Etsy shop for Oracle Readings etsy.com/your/shops/WitchofBeesandBonesFirst Time Reaction to Nocturna Oracle by Megan WyrewedenThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-03-03 | I pulled out this deck that I've had a for a few weeks and decided to give it a spin. By no means is this a comprehensive look at that deck, only my first hand, first day look at working with it.
Nocturna Oracle by Megan Wyreweden etsy.com/market/nocturna_oracleA Shift In PerspectiveThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-23 | Today I chat about a shift in perspective I got from an experience I had this morning while journaling about my morning card draw. Where do you feel restrained and caged in? What can be done about it? #witch #crone #chronicpain #solitarywitch #oraclecards #lefthandpath #naturewitch #spiderfriend
Ologies Podcast, Dolorology (PAIN) episode with Dr. Rachel Zoffness open.spotify.com/episode/25t9Jt4i7mwmQEVrhQQglXSharing Natural Artifacts & Sacred Bones From My CollectionThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-21 | Today I share a few natural artifacts I've collected, as well as some bones from my sacred bone collection. As I state in the video, I NEVER kill any animal or creature for bones, parts, or to add to my collection. I have great respect and reverence for all the bone I have and the creatures they came from.
#crone #witch #bonewitch #sacredbones #naturalartifacts #lefthandpath #solitarywitch #naturewitchWorking with My AncestorsThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-17 | Today I discuss how I have recently begun working with my ancestors in my practice and how the idea of ancestors keeps coming up for me.
Woodland Wardens Oracle Deck by Jessica Roux woodlandwardens.comA Surprise Early Birthday Present and Art UnboxingThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-15 | Today was a jackpot mail day folks! A beautiful friend sent me an early birthday present AND I got 2 prints from Megan Buccere (the incredible creator of the Obsidian Oracle. Super random, but HAD to share these pieces with you. Link to Megan's Etsy page is down below in case you need these prints in your life.
Megan Bucerre Etsy page: etsy.com/market/megan_buccereA Change in RoutineThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-15 | After a few hectic days of floral design, I sat down to share what missing my morning practice has felt like, how my practice has evolved a bit, and the decks I'm using right now.
In the video I mentioned thinking that there was a white version of the Obisidian Oracle, and it seems that I was mistaken as I can't find it anywhere. Sorry about that!
Woodland Wardens by Jessica Roux: woodlandwardens.comDelving into Floriography by Jessica RouxThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-11 | An impromptu video chatting about Floriography by Jessica Roux. I got home after a long day and it was waiting for me, so I sat down and made a video about my first thoughts while looking through the book for the first time.
The Witch of Bees and Bones Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewitchofbeesandbonesWorking With ALL the Faces of HekateThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-10 | Today I chat about how stepping back from shadow-work is going (hard). I also discussing working with the other faces of Hekate and not just the darker sides. Fear not my lovlies, this won't become a white light and rainbow channel but sometimes it's important to look at things from all sides and not just the one we're used to.
Witch of Bees and Bones Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewitchofbeesandbonesThe Woodland Wardens Deck in My PracticeThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-06 | Though I had no intention of making this video, I was called to so by my morning draw. This is not a review video, but instead a chat about how I use this deck and what it means to me. #crone #woodlandwardens #obsidianoracle #witch #lefthandpath #solitarywitch #dailydraw #frog #woodlandcreatures #naturewitch #animalwitch #plantwitch
Obsidian Oracle by Megan Buccere etsy.com/listing/760304990/obsidian-oracle-deck-the-black-editionPutting the Bee in The Witch of Bees and BonesThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-04 | Today I discuss why I chose the channel name, "The Witch of Bees and Bones." I chat about my love for me bees, what they mean to me, and some decks I've been using that contain bees in their imagery.
Wild Mystic Oracle Cards by Anastasia Catris: amazon.com/Wild-Mystic-Oracle-Card-DeckDiscussing The Bontanical Oracle by For Strange WomenThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-02-02 | In today's video I discuss The Botanical Oracle. It's an independent deck that I've been getting to know lately. At the beginning of the video, I discuss the importance of taking the time to honor the healing that happens when we do shadow work, and that resting from the intensity of this work is necessary.
Abi the Witch Instagram: instagram.com/abithewitchChatting About the Curation of What Works for Us in Our Own PracticeThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-30 | Today I sat down (Elijah also makes a special appearance) and chatted about how different folks practice in different ways and how we must find our own path. Through our lives and our practice, we try on a lot of different things, and we find that they don't all work for us. Not only is that okay, it's actually amazing because we get to curate our individual practice.
The Witch of Bees and Bones Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewitchofbeesandbonesChatting About the GORGEOUS (and Very Special) Obsidian Oracle by Megan Buccere.The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-28 | Today I discuss (read gush) about my love of the Obsidian Oracle deck. I received it a couple of days ago and already am in love with it.
My Personal Instagram: www.instagram/victoriadavislyon
Witch of Bees and Bones Instagram: www.instagram/thewitchofbeesandbonesLets Talk About Crows and Finding Beauty in the Day to DayThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-25 | Crows can teach us to be industrious and observant of what's going on around us. I chat about my love of these beautiful corvids, an incredible book about them that I just read, and the ever useful Urban Crow Oracle deck!
Witch of Bees and Bones Instagram: instagram.com/thewitchofbeesandbonesDiscussing The Magicians DeckThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-23 | Today I sat down to discuss a deck that I have had for years, but recently started working with again. The Magicians Deck is a deeply powerful deck that works incredibly well when one is digging deep in their shadow work.
Personal Instagram: instagram.com/victoriadavislyonA Look At the Books Ive Been Reading This Month (and some honorable mentions.)The Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-21 | I made a commitment to myself that I want to read at least 52 books this year and I'm well on my way! Today I discuss the books I've been reading and loving most recently.
Rooted by Lyanda Lynn Haupt: goodreads.com/book/show/55277028-rootedA Chat About Death and DyingThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-13 | This is a heavy one today folks, but it's also deeply important. Today we chat about starting an open dialogue about the cycle of death and dying as well as approaching grief holistically.
Weavers' Oracle: seventhwavemusic.co.uk/weavers-oracleDiscussing Otherness and Being PeculiarThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-10 | In today's video, I talk about my Dad (whose birthday is tomorrow) and some of the important lessons he taught me regarding the importance of being peculiar and authentic.
#crone #solitarywitch #witchChatting About My Sacred Bone CollectionThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-08 | Today I talk about my sacred bone collection, where my love of and affinity for bones stems from, and how I connect with them.
#solitarywitch #bonewitch #sacredbones #lefthandpath #witch #croneSpending Time With the Weavers OracleThe Witch of Bees and Bones2023-01-06 | We're having a chat about the beauty that is the Weavers' Oracle. It's energy, it's purpose, and how I utilize it in my personal practice.