Everyone knows I love a good fairy mermaid witchy story!!! I also love creating magic spells, one in particular which I call Ledabelle's Fairy Dust. I always sprinkle some on my friends when they are going thru rough times or need a parking spot, and I especially use them on my clients so they can manifest their desires! 
Spells of course when used in white light are always fun!!! It's truly a form of using law of attraction and useful for healings as well ;) 
My sister Tammie and I are working on creating tons of different magic spells for everyone to use during New Moons and Full Moons! Stay tuned!!! 

But for now I would love to share one of my favorite spells that my first Reiki teacher Gail Thackray shared! 
Gail traveled to England this past summer and met a modern day white witch from Glastonbury. 
Her name is Witch Willow and she is a practicing witch in England. You can find Witch Willow on a BBC television series called "Witch School"! Love it!!! 
The spell she shared with Gail is called Knot Magic. So let's begin!!! 

                                                                                Knot Magic

The use of cords or strings in magic is very ancient, beginning with the cord magic practiced by Egyptian magicians, to the knot charms used by medieval witches to loose storms. Cords still play a large part in modern day Witchcraft and are used in a variety of form from Handfastings (marriage rituals) and Initiations. A common use is in spell casting.

Cord (or knot) magic is a simple, yet effective way to work magic. The only thing you need to do this kind of magic is a cord of at lease 1 metre (3 feet).  Some Practitioners use a cord or cords that are 9 feet long and are worn about their waists during rituals, and others make a girdle from blessed and consecrated cords worn around their waist to hang their ritual tools from. This cord also becomes another circle of protection.

The principal behind cord magic is simple. You tie nine knots into the cord in a certain pattern, as you tie the knots you are binding your intent, and therefore the spell, into the cord. The cord is usually kept either until the spell has worked or more usually the knots are released one by one over a certain moon time. For example if you want to bring something into your life the knots will be made at a New Moon, the cord would be kept safe and then nine days before the Full Moon one knot per evening would be released culminating with the last knot being freed on the Full Moon itself. If the spell is to banish something from your life then the knots would be tied just after the Full Moon, when the Moon is Waning, diminishing in size, and the releasing of the knots would start nine days before the Dark Moon, culminating on the Dark itself.

Method
First choose the color cord you need for your magical purpose and the Moon Phase best suited to your Magic.

Cast your circle in the usual way and when ready light some Purification Incense if you have some.  Relax your body and focus your intent, ground and centre yourself as you would before any magical working.  Hold the cord in the smoke of the Incense to purify and cleanse it from any past influences. Think about what it is you want to accomplish and infuse it with good energy. Then tie a knot in the order that the diagram shows below. At the tying of the last knot, the ninth, all the energy is directed into the cord and its knots, with a final visualization of the object of the magical work. The power has been raised and is now stored.

With each knot concentrate on the reason you are performing the spell.  It is also advisable to tie a piece of red thread to the second knot you tie to help you remember which order you tied them when it comes to releasing the knots later.


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While you are tying the knots remember to keep foremost in your mind you intent and visualise the power starting to rise.

A traditional rhyme is often chanted whilst performing Cord Magic. Each line is spoken when tying the appropriate knot:

"By knot one, this spells begun"
"By knot two, it cometh true"
"By knot three, so mote it be"
"By knot four, this power I store"
"By knot five, this spells alive"
"By knot six, this spell I fix"
"By knot seven, events I'll leaven"
"By knot eight, it will be fate"
"By knot nine, what’s done is mine"

Keep this cord close to you, kept safe within a black pouch or wrapped in black material, until the time is right to release the power contained within. Speak to no one of your spell to keep its power but above all believe in what you have done and it will work.

Although you tied them all at the same time during the same ritual, they must be untied one at a time approaching the correct Moon and over nine evenings, so that the power is released steadily. They must be released in the same order in which they were tied; this is why it was important to mark your second knot.

So, on the first night light some incense and a candle, hold the cord in your hands, again rocking to raise energy and visualizing your intent.  When you deem the time ready, untie the FIRST knot. Place the cord back in its bag and keep close to you.  One the second night, release the SECOND knot in the same way as before, and so on until the night of the correct Moon phase and the NINTH and final knot.  When you are ready to untie this last knot release it with a SHOUT.

Red:
Strength, health, vigour, sexual love, desire, passion, courage, victory, and the colour red also stimulates energy and vitality.
Pink:
Honor, morality, friendship, romantic love and emotional healing.
Black:
Discord, loss, confusion, banishing, hexing, removing hexes and magic to absorb or remove anything.
Gold:
Rituals to enhance energy and power, vitality, success, luck, encouragement, adaptability, stimulation, attraction, self empowerment.
Green:
Money, prosperity, renewal, fertility, luck, Earth rituals and can also be used in healing.
Dark Blue:
Creativity, peace, communication, deep meditation, impulsiveness, depression, changeability, justice, organization.


I will be using the Success Spell tonight during the New Moon meditation so therefore if you try it tonight that means you want to bring something in to your life! And you are to untie the first knot on Wednesday, October 29th, 2014. 
The ninth knot is to be untied on the Full Moon which is on Thursday, November 6th, 2014.
Remember things to have in handy for your spell tonight:
1. The color cord of your choice.
2. Incense
3. Red string
4. Black pouch or black material
5. Your positive and opened mind

Looking forward to hearing your testimonial on the witchy Success Spell! 
It's all about the power of intention and visualization!!! YAY! 

And remember: 
GirlieVegans Do It Better!!! 

Love and light,
Leda xxx


Photo Courtesy of Kim Dreyer

Starting today and tomorrow is all about pure magic with major changes!!! The Full Moon in Aries tomorrow is a big one! Comes with a Lunar Eclipse, Blood Moon and a Hunter's Moon (first full moon after the Harvest Moon), all while sitting on the Grand Fire Trine and dealing with Mercury Retrograde! Can I get a woot woot?!?! 

On Wednesday, October 8th, the Full Moon is in the sign of Aries, opposite the Sun in Libra. Moons usually influences emotions, relationships and home. Try to keep your emotions in check this month as this Full Moon in Aries can have your temper flying off the charts! You will probably find a lot of emotional issues in your relationships but do your best to not react. Take it from me, as I already did a boo boo this past weekend! Yikes! It's best to just zip the lip! I know its hard but this month you must really try. This is where compassion in your heart kicks in. Work on truly having compassion for others, especially if you claim to love them. If you allow yourself to indulge in the urge of wanting to argue with a friend or loved one, you will regret it later on this month. 
This is also a good time to end a relationship with someone you have been dragging your feet with or a toxic friend that has been draining you. If you have tried to make it work in all ways possible, then this is the perfect time to exit with tons of healing light. 
This is also a fantastic time to start a new relationship! You will find that you will be able to start a new beginning in all aspects of your life, whether its relationships, jobs or projects! 
Anything regarding your home like painting your room, or handling household repairs will be supported by this Full Moon. 
Physical fitness will be a big one this month! You will feel the urge to get in shape or take some yoga classes. 
Extremely good luck will surround Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Taurus (me!), Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, Scorpio and Virgo.
Aries Moons bring out the desire for a fresh new start or a new opportunity. Be careful with the "get rich quick" desires this month. Some of you may find it very hard to focus this month but hang in there. Keep in mind that Libra, Capricorn and Cancer may be very grumpy this month!
The Full Moon is a feminine energy so tap into your creative side tonight and tomorrow night! Use all that female energy to manifest all your desires! 

Lunar Eclipses are powerful full moons that are meant to change your life! A total course corrector! It forces you to make changes. A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the shadow of the moon is on the earth which happens every six months when the Sun, Earth and Moon are completely perfectly aligned. 
This Eclipse in Aries could cause a bit of drama in your relationships. Try your hardest to be patient! Don't jump ahead and become reactive. You will find yourself wishing you bit your lip instead! 
So remember: no reaction is always the best reaction!  (Thanks Dana!) 
Eclipses also love to reveal hidden agendas. So keep in mind a secret that was kept from you will be shed to light!
The revelation will most likely effect you or someone very close to you. So be ready to stay calm. 
This Eclipse especially is all about "Wait before taking action". So remember that quote all week and month for that matter! 

From October 4th to October 26th we are in the state of Mercury Retrograde. Whenever Mercury Retrograde pays us a visit it's usually a bit chaotic! All your electronics start to act up, whether its your computer not working, texts not coming through or missing emails and its best NOT to purchase any electronics during this time. Most likely you will find yourself returning or replacing the item. 
Some people experience extremely intense miscommunications with their teachers at school, co-workers, and most of all, their loved ones. Never fun for me! Restriction and no reaction is the best tool this month during this phase! 
But if you think positive, you can use Mercury Retrograde to finish old projects and ideas you left behind! Mercury Retrograde supports us in closing up any loose ends and situations that were left behind. So go ahead and contact an old buddy or travel to a place you've already been to before. If you're thinking of traveling to a new place, I would suggest waiting until November or else you may be delayed at the airport or your luggage may go missing! At least that what lovers of astrology believe! 
An ex from the past may come back around during a retrograde period, so if there is some unfinished healing to do, this is the perfect time to do so. 

The Hunter's Moon starts tonight, Tuesday, October 7th, 2014.
Our Wiccan friends call the Hunter's Moon the Shedding Moon or the Falling Leaf moon. Many believe that the veils between worlds are the thinnest on this night. So pay close attention to all visions and messages received at this time. Those wishing to connect with their loved ones may wish to do so tonight as the bridge between both worlds is easiest to cross! 
Regardless if you are a believer or not, it's a magical and powerful time to connect with the Hunter's Moon. Just by connecting to its energy and giving thanks for all your blessings will create great opportunities for you and your loved ones. Go ahead and give it a try! 

We are currently sitting in The Grand Fire Trine which began on October 1st and will last until October 10th, 2014. 
Uranus is transiting Aries and from October 1st - 10th will be forming a triangle with Mars in Sagittarius and Jupiter in Leo. This is an extremely LUCKY time!!!
Mars as the planet of power and initiative, Jupiter as the planet of success, and Uranus as the planet of change. 
This is the perfect time to start a new job, a new project or play the lotto! Hey, you never know! 
The Grand Fire Trine bring you visions and the energy to bring your visions to life!!! So this would be a great time to write down your intentions with emotions! Good luck!!! 

As you can see, this month is a very intense one. There is a massive opportunity for a brand NEW YOU! 
You can reset your button and start over! Begin a new life, new job, new projects, new relationships, all while working very hard to keep your emotions in check. Some of you will feel extremely anxious, overwhelmed, upset, emotional, angry but remember you are not alone. Its a universal thing and with a bit of grounding or a healing session, you will be fine! Always surround yourself with a lot of white light for protection.
Some of us just finished celebrating a brand new year and judgment day, so there is an amazing energy of renewal for everyone! Do your best to stay positive and connect to the power inside of you to create miracles in your life! 
All things are possible!!! 

You can see the Lunar Eclipse/Blood Moon:
Eastern Daylight Time (October 8, 2014)
Partial umbral eclipse begins: 5:15 a.m. EDT on October 8
Total eclipse begins: 6:25 a.m. EDT
Greatest eclipse: 6:55 a.m. EDT
Total eclipse ends: 7:24 a.m. EDT
Partial eclipse ends: 8:34 a.m. EDT

A big thank you to my sister Tammie for her expertise in Astrology! I was truly inspired by her knowledge!

And remember: 
GirlieVegans Do It Better!!! 

Love and light,
Leda xxx

If you haven't seen Maleficent yet, I highly recommend you do! I am ready to see it again! 
I went with my friend Johnny last week and we both LOVED it! (Thanks Johnny!) 
The movie showcases a famous villain, Maleficent, from Disney's Sleeping Beauty, who may not be so much of a villain after all. It all depends on how you view her and her motives. I rather take it as she was misunderstood! 
I found it rather amazing how the film begins by showing the viewers how Maleficent as a child was a fairy and a healer. You can see her applying energy healing on trees, protecting mother nature and animals. 
I was rather shocked to learn I am pretty much like Maleficent! We both love healing, we recognize the power within our souls, we are strong but yet sensitive and we love spreading the joy of love to others. Like Maleficent I love to believe in true love. However, Maleficent does a great job at showing you what happens when women fall in love and are betrayed. Nothing like a woman scorned! Yikes! Run the other way! 
I am sure we can all relate being hurt by a loved one in the past or even now. And I think at some point we all have felt a bit of revenge mode in us. However, revenge is never a good thing unless its about you working on yourself, changing and evolving to become a better person. No better way to show your haters how happy you are by creating positive changes in your life ;)
My starseed family, if you feel the need to see a movie about fairies, healing, finding true love, evolving, believing in yourself, Maleficent is your gal and movie to see!!! 
I heart Maleficent!!! 

X-Men Days Of Future Past was fabulous! The title alone lets you know there is a bit of Reiki healing work being done! The movie starts by showing you how you can go back in time and correct your past. Shows you how cause and effect work. One action has several consequences. Sound familiar?! 
I love how the mutants are very much like hybrids, starseeds, healers and lightworkers. We all have a purpose on this earth and carry a different special gift! 
In the movie you can go back and correct a reactive action and change the outcome of your future. 
Sounds like what we Kabbalists do right before Rosh Hashanah. You have a window to visualize something from your past you would like to correct. You envision what you would have liked to have done instead and this way you are releasing the pain and hurt from the past. 
The movie also shows a lot of energy healing being applied on Wolverine. Pretty much looks like all of my healing sessions! Was pretty amazing to see! 
I highly recommend this movie if you are in the mood to laugh, cry, learn from your mistakes and feel hope towards your future. 
Two thumbs up from me! YAY! 

Remember this week keep yourself positive, full of hope and know that there are magical and powerful angels out there that have your back always! They are there to assist you at all times! Just ask them to help you.
Be proud of yourself for being open to change! 

And remember: 
GirlieVegans Do It Better!!!

Love and light,
Leda xxx

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