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creativity is magic

09.27.2026

Creativity is magic, don't you think?

Aside from the obvious link to colors of paint and color choices in spell candles, how a canvas can be magically transformed with the swish of a wand and how good art makes you have an emotional reaction.

I think the act of choosing creativity is a rebellious act in a world that only seems to care about how productive you can be.

So, let's talk about the connection and how to infuse more creativity like intentional spell work in our lives, shall we?

New on Substack: ​
Curiouser and Curiouser...
the small, stubborn magic of doing something
because it makes you happy.

I fell down a creative rabbit hole today before I had even realized it. Which is the most delicious kinda day, don’t you think?

I woke up with a to-do list that could have kept me busy from morning until bedtime. I even took my ADHD medication because I wanted to focus and get some work done, and somewhere near the top of the list was writing a few magazine articles. Then I noticed some jewelry supplies I needed to put away.

October Illumine is here...

The October issue of Illumine arrives with candles in the windows and something strange on the porch, autumn leaves underfoot and a little mischief in the air. It’s the season of the witch, and this issue invites you to embrace the mystery, face your fears, and celebrate Halloween in your own wonderfully peculiar way.

Put on the old movies. Pour something bewitching. The witches have taken over.

Playlist: Alice in Wonderland

You know I love a good theme... and after a couple of Alice references, there was no way I was missing the opportunity to listen to some Alice inspired songs. I found this fun playlist on Apple Music and it felt just right.

Hope you have a magical week, my friend!
​
Love you.
Mean it.
Big time.
xoxo,
gina

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