🎃 It's October, Witches!


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the witching season is HERE

10.01.2025

Today is THE DAY!

It's October 1st - and while I've been Halloween-ing it up for quite a while at my house - I know that some folks need the "official" first day of the witching season before you're ready to get your spooky season in session.

To celebrate this fun day, over on the blog I'm sharing a craft project.

YES. A craft project. So grab your scissors and hot glue gun, we're gonna make something you'll wanna leave up all year long.

ON THE BLOG:
String Up Some Magic

There’s a quiet kind of alchemy in sitting down with scissors, string, and a table scattered with beautiful scraps of paper. The clink of a teacup, the scent of candle wax melting nearby, the faint hum of a favorite playlist — before you even begin, you’ve created a little ritual space for yourself. That’s where the magic starts.

inside illumine:
Vintage Ephemera Printable Kit

I don't always show what's inside of the issues of Illumine each month - but this one is too cute to resist. I created an entire set of these elements and you get all 31 pieces with your issue - either digital or print.

Speaking of print - the first run sold out in five days(!?!?!) - so upon request I did order more. They're on the way and will ship later this week if you want to order a print edition (which comes with the free digital copy.)

Playlist: Season of the Witch

Of course, we can't celebrate the first day of the witching season without a great playlist. This one has all the songs your witchy soul loves - and it's over 3 hours of magical tunes to get you in the mood.

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When I started this, I had no clue so many people would jump on board. But I'm so honored you're doing it with me. We're on day 45 - but it's never too late for you to jump in and join us!

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Go out and make some magic this week, k?

Love you.
Mean it.
Big time.
xoxo,
gina

113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205
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