All Statues 50% off
Alchemy tiles are 25% off
Crystal Earth Studios jewelry is 25% off
Home Harvest Soup 50% off
We still have Elderberry Tonic and pumpkin pies spice.
We have poultry seasoning, sage and many spices for your holiday meals.
Seasonal incense is in and 2 new teas of the month made by our minions.
October 2024
Truely Unique News and Events.
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Autumn is finally here. New Beginnings for many of us even though fall is usually dying down with Mother Nature. I can’t even tell you how many people I know that love this season above the rest. We have added so much to the store and as I write this we are decorating for the season. We say goodbye to Sheena; she is off to bigger and better adventures. Jess and Vickie is still with us and I am coming into the shop 2 to 3 times a week.
We have asked our volunteers to step in for now and help us out during the upcoming events. We are so grateful for all the help, support and patronized you all are giving us.
Blessings.
NEW and SALES
This month everything is on sale. How much you ask? Well come in and pick a coupon and see how much off your total order you will receive. 10% to 75% off of your order including all local artist items; One person will get their order completely FREE. Start your holiday shopping early. (Does not include layaway)
You will get your coupon when you are ready to check out.
Seasonal incense is in: Spiced Plum, Apple Spice, and Spirit of the harvest, vampire, zombie, pumpkin, Mabon, and Samhain.
Teas: Willow Tea, (made by Darlene and Jess) Orange Black Tea and Pumpkin Spice Tea is in.
Also Kay’s pumpkin pie spice. (We only make this one time a year.)
Have you picked up your Elderberry Tonic?
Over 58 different types of oils have been made and should be on the shelf by the end of the week. New candles, including soy and tin spiritual candles; have you seen the Mystic Candle display? New herbs and teas are stocked and ready for you.
New soap display made by Highland Lather LLC, they are so good and are flying off the shelf.
For the season we have Hazey Starr Design dolls. You have to come in and see them. Gem Bracelets; a new addition with handmade stone and bead bracelets. We now have 19 local artists selling their wares in our store and hopefully you will get to meet them during one of our holiday artist bazaars on the second Saturday of October, November and December.
Saturday October 19th 7 PM
Truely Unique’s Annual Halloween Bash
We are now selling tickets.
Singles $25 Couples $40 get your tickets at the store!
Local artist, readers, and venders.
Thursdays:
Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday in October. Oddities, bone jewelry, specimens, and curiosities. If you love creepy things or just have a close relationship with the dead; there are plenty of things here for you! From bone jewelry, to ornate frames filled with specimens, you never know what you will find here!
Fridays:
Tarot Reader
Looking for a Tarot reader? Never had a reading before but are curious to “dip your toe in?” Have questions or feeling stuck and just wanting some confirmation or guidance on a situation? Come talk to our reader, Senah! With over 10 years’ experience in reading tarot, she will give you an honest assessment of your situation as shown to her by the cards and your guides. This is a bit of how she works in her own words.
“Each Tarot reader has different gifts, and mine is insight into what’s going on with you at the moment. Fears and attitudes that maybe keeping you from moving forward. I use the Celtic Dragon deck with all my clients and my cards are gentle but very honest and straightforward. I understand that to get a good reading the recipient has to be open and I take that seriously and consider it an honor if you choose to get a reading from me. I want you to walk away feeling confident that the messages you get from the reading are uniquely yours and what you needed to hear in the moment.”
So if you have questions, are feeling stuck, or have never had a reading before and are feeling curious as to what it’s all about, come see her at Truely Unique on Fridays or every other Saturday. Or if you’re closer to Johnson County she is at our “sister” store Misty’s Mystical in Selma every other Saturday. Follow her @TarotbySenah on Facebook and Instagram for the Saturday dates. We look forward to seeing you!
Fridays:
Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing every Friday afternoons with Darlene. By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.
Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.
Classes and Events
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We are open Friday evenings during classes, and we open the store by appointments.
Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.
Friday October4th: 6 PM How to Make and Use a Manifestation Box: Join Jess in learning how to make your own personal manifestation box. Learn what it means to manifest, and the difference between a New Moon and a Full Moon. All materials supplied, leave with your own manifestation box, $20.00 or pre-pay $15.00.
Saturday October 12 Local Artist Bazaar: Shop local and Small Business.
We are having events 3 times this fall. Second Saturday in October 12, November 9, and December 14. Events start at 11AM and closes around 4 PM
Saturday October 5th: Noon. Crystals and stones class. Learn all about the differences and the qualities, how to use, clean and wear. $20.00
Saturday October 19th 7PM – Midnight: Truely Unique’s Annual Halloween Bash!!!!!!
Games, music, food, readers, contest, so many different treats this year!!!!!!
There will be a witches cackling contest, bingo game, Witches toss, and who knows what else will fall into play that night….(BYOB) Singles $25 Couples $40 get your tickets at the store! Please we will need volunteers for this event. Call the store.
Friday October 25th: 6PM. Open Discussion for Bone Class Members: Come join Danielle on an open discussion about Osteomancy, if you are a previous student and have questions, come and ask them! Are you a new student and are wondering what the old art of Osteomancy is all about; this is the event for you! Free event, tips appreciated.
Thursday, October 31st: 6 PM. A Special Samhain Osteomancy Class (Bone Throwing) for beginners with Wild Curiosities 6PM. Come and learn all about bone throwing and what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!
We will have a booth on Saturday, October 26, 10 AM to 4 PM Elm City Fest and car Show. Music, games, crafts, inflatables, food and car show. Swing by and say hi at Osvaldo and Kay’s home. We will be decorated for Halloween and handing out candy.
Other and Upcoming Events
Local Artist Bazaar: Shop local and Small Business. We are having events 3 times this fall. Second Saturday in October 12, November 9, and December 14. Events start at 11AM and closes around 4 PM
This will give everyone to show and sell their wares and for the rest of us to buy locally and with venders we know. Music, tea, mulled cider, soups and other goodies.
Call and look on Facebook to see what is happening each month.
Toad Song Farm
2024 has been a great year at Toad Song Farm so far, and we’re looking forward to lots more good things to happen this year. This time of year we are getting the greenhouse ready for winter and starting our propagation for next spring. Volunteer interns are always welcome to help with whatever projects we have in our queue. Weekends, Mondays, and Wednesdays are the days to come out if you want to lend a hand and learn a little more about herbs and plants.
Wise Women Retreat 2024 was a huge success! Our groups made fancy brooms and learned the witch’s dance. Lots of great food was shared, and we all had a chance to recharge our systems. Next year’s Wise Women Retreat is scheduled for September 19-21, 2025, and will be all about medicine making.
We’re hosting 2 more big events for this year:
First up is our Annual Dumb Supper and Samhain celebration that will be held on Saturday, October 26. Bring a pumpkin to carve, a dessert or snack food to share, and come dressed in your best ritual attire as we dine with our ancestors and share a special Samhain ritual.
The second big event is our annual Stone Soup Party and Yule feast on Saturday, December 21. Everyone is asked to bring something for the pot or for the table and a clean take away container. I’ll get 2 pots of soup started – 1 vegetarian, and 1 for omnivores. The stones and the items the community brings always makes the best pot of soup. We’ll spend the evening making merry with friends and neighbors. After the fellowship and feast, be sure to take some soup with you to share with those who can’t join us.
Look for us as we visit Truely Unique on the 2nd Saturday of October, November, and December. We plan to bring our non-plant products and Mary’s massage chair so you can see what all we have going on here at Toad Song Farm.
Stay in touch to learn about all the great things we plan to have going on in 2025. We’re introducing new products and plants for the spring and teaming up with other wonderful small businesses like Truely Unique to bring you a magical herbal experience.
Happy Fall and Blessed Be!
Mary Bevier, owner-operator @Toad Song Farm
www.toadsongfarm.com
Toadsongfarm@earthlink.net
(919) 815-6090
Introduction to Reiki: With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Learn the basics of Reiki and what it can do for you. This hour long course will answer all of your questions. $30.00, when you choose to take Reiki 1, you will receive $15.00 credit on Reiki 1. Limit 4 per class. Must RSVP. Class held in Elm City: 104 North Pender St. Elm City 27822. Call and set up appointments for Reiki 2, 3 or Master/teacher course. 252- 373-2035
October Moon:
Hunters Moon
Full Moon = 17, New Moon = 2nd, Last quarter = 25, First quarter = 10th
Super Moon October 17th at 7:26th AM
Zucchini Parmesan Crisps
1 lb. zucchini or squash (about 2 medium-sized)
1/4 cup shredded parmesan 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line two baking sheets with foil and spray lightly with olive oil.
• Slice zucchini or squash into 1/4 inch-thick rounds. Toss rounds with oil, coating well.
• In a wide bowl or plate, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan, salt and pepper.
• Place rounds in parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides of each round, pressing to adhere. The mixture will not completely cover each round, but provides a light coating on each side.
• Place rounds in a single layer on baking sheets. Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumb mixture over the rounds.
• Bake for about 22 to 27 minutes, until golden brown. (There is no need to flip them during baking — they crisp up on both sides as is.)
Please vote this November.
https://www.kettlespot.com/
Kettlespot .com is now selling our creative tea and incense online.
Go to the site and see all of the new items they have.
With every order this month we will be giving out a free gift from the store.
Samhain Cider:
2 quarts apple cider 1/2-cup sugar
1/2-teaspoon nutmeg 1/2-teaspoon cinnamon
1/4-teaspoon ginger 1/2 Cup apricot brandy
…In large pot combine the apple cider, the sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger. Simmer slowly on low heat for about 15 min. Add the brandy and serve cider while warm. Refrigerate the left over. Serves 8.
Stone of the Month by Path Seeker
Stone and Birthstone: October
Stone: Opal: Opals are in a class by themselves. As a species, opal is so unique its patterns have their own descriptive vocabulary. More than any other gem, each opal is distinctly individual. Opals are also the most delicate gemstones commonly worn and require special care.
Chakra: All Chakras, depending on color
Zodiac: Cancer, Libra, Scorpio, Pisces
Planet: Venus Element: Fire Vibration: 6
Typical colors: Some opals can display the phenomenon known as play-of-color; dazzling flashes of color that move as the stone is turned. Opals are the only gems that can show this effect, but not all opals do.
Healing: Perhaps due to their dynamic appearance, opals are associated with light and magic. As such, some credited opals with healing properties, especially for the eyes. So, pleasing to the sight, it inspires love and hope, innocence, purity, luck, happiness, protection, prosperity, creativity, inspiration, relationship and harmony
Oil Pairings: frankincense, sandalwood, juniper, lavender, orange
Cleanse: Opal is a relatively delicate gemstone that requires special cleaning care to avoid damage or discoloration. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach, ammonia, and sulfuric acid as they can potentially damage or discolor the stone. It is best only to use gentle soaps and warm water to clean opal for a safe and successful result. Avoid hot water, if you choose to clean your opal yourself, use lukewarm water, a mild soap, and a soft cloth or brush; rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a soft cloth afterwards. Keep in mind that these pieces are delicate and should be handled with care when cleaning. Opal is a relatively delicate gemstone
that requires special cleaning care to avoid damage or discoloration. Here are some tips on how to properly clean opal stones.
Goddess / Gods: Zeus the God of lightning, Aphrodite Greek goddess of love, Eros Greek god of love and desire
Charging: Placing an opal stone in the full moon’s light is another way to cleanse it. This process helps remove any negative energy and restore its natural balance, so be sure to do this on a clear night when the moon is in its fullest. Leave the stone in the moonlight for a few hours before retrieving it and wiping it down with a soft cloth.
A four Corners (Crossroads) Blessing
(Facing each of the 4 winds or 4 roads)
I call upon……Our ancestors……Our guardians…….Our spirit guides…….Our angels…..
To show me what to do To aid me in my choices
To warn me and to protect me. On this All Souls week.
The hear and now The news to come
The warning concerns The path to follow
Ask your Question. Receive your answer.
Samhain, Celtic New Year, Halloween, All Hallows Eve
Summers end, Time to honor and communicate with those no longer with us. Honoring the bountiful Harvest and preparing for winter. A New Year.
Colors: Orange and black.
Herbs: Mugwort, sage, cinnamon, nutmeg, catnip, angelica root, valerian, frankincense, basil, yarrow and clove.
Foods: Corn, pumpkin, squash, apples, oak, gourds, pork, and nuts.
Rocks & Stones: Jasper to protect you from uninvited spirits, obsidian, opal, and onyx.
Incense and oils: Dragons Blood, Frankincense, Fire, Diana of the forest, Patchouli, Spiced Plum, Apple Spice, and Spirit of the harvest, vampire, zombie, pumpkin, Mabon, and Samhain. Sandalwood juniper, lavender or orange.
Shopping List: Candles, Alter Items, Herbs, Stones, Incense, Wands, Magical Spoons, Goblets, Cauldrons, Pendulums, Scrying mirrors, Crystal balls, Besoms.
Blessed Be
Take your favorite stuffing mix and stuff a pumpkin and bake in the oven. Make a wonderful autumn dinner.
Please vote this November.
Supporting Businesses, we work with and support.
Many carry our products: Supporting and visiting them supports us. Want to be added to our collective list? Contact Sheena at the store. We are looking for other stores to carry our handmade incense and teas.
VEE HERB TEA at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount.
veeherbtea@gmail.com they are now selling some of our teas and incense.
Ancient Audio sells albums, jewelry, second hand goodies, and so much more.
3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com
Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/
Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.
Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm
Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/
Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. https://www.facebook.com/RavensFur.farm
Kettle Spot providing home goods, kitchenware and goodies with less plastic!
https://www.kettlespot.com/
Mystical Mystic Candles in Selma NC https://mysticalmysticandles.com/
Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/
Wanted Authors: We are looking for people who would like to write small articles for our newsletter. If you are interested please email me at support@truelyunique.com
Attention!
Now accepting nominees for backpacks and school supplies.
Donations accepted. It only takes $12.00 to give a backpack to a student. Nomination cards on the counter Put them in the backpack. Ask for more information.
May 2024
Sales
Remember us for Mother’s Day!
Journals 25% Off
Spiritual Bath Bags Buy Two Get One Free
Books 20% Off
Tea Sets 25% Off
Crystal Earth Silver Jewelry and Alchemy Jewelry 25% off
Many In Store Sales constantly happening.
Classes and Events
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class.
Materials included.
We are now open Friday nights.
May 3rd 6pm: Beltane/May Day Come join us in ushering in Spring. Bring a dish or such, we will set up in the back around the fire weather permitting. Informal, open circle to pay our respects, to honor our roots. Free event!
May 4th 12pm: Awaken the North Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group will be on sight at the store on May 4th for a building blocks session and then back on May 18th for a hangout. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/
May 10th 6pm: How To Make A Manifestation Box: Join Dragon’s Cauldron in learning how to make your own personal manifestation box. Learn what it means to manifest, and the difference between a New Moon and a Full Moon. Class lasts about an hour, $20.00 and leave with your own manifestation box, pre-pay $15.00.
May 17th 6pm: How to Make a Poppet: Let’s go down a rabbit hole shall we? There are many ways to use a poppet, a doll, and let’s just say its not your everyday use. Come learn the history of poppets, and how to make one. $20.00
May 18th 12pm: Awaken the North Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group will be on sight at the store on May 4th for a building blocks session and then back on May 18th for a hangout. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/
May 24th 6pm: Intro to Draconic Magick with Dragon’s Cauldron: Come join the Dragon Witch for a night of dragons…! She will take you to another level, if you’re ready. This class is to introduce you to working with the dragons and finding your inner Dragon. Come talk dragons with Dragon’s Cauldron. Class is $20 and a 2 hour class, pay in advance and its only $15. (A new feature has been added….You can’t make it, but want to be a part of it? Dragon’s Cauldron is going to do a Zoom Meet that night. You must be registered 3 hours before hand to receive the link to log in with. If you are interested in this option please get in touch with the store or Dragon’s Cauldron for ways to pay.)
May 30th 6pm: Osteomancy Class (Bone Throwing) for beginners with Wild Curiosities and the Dragon Witch. Come and learn what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!
May 31st 6pm: Open Discussion for Bone Class Members Come join us on an open discussion about Osteomancy, if you are a previous student and have questions, come and ask them! Are you a new student and are wondering what the old art of Osteomancy is all about; this is the event for you! Free event, tips appreciated.
Future Events:
June 14th – 15th 7am-5pm: 301 Endless Yard Sale: Here we go again this year. We are a ping on the map for the Endless 301 Yard Sale, we have space for 30 vendors, $10.00 a spot for a 10×10. Are you interested? Now is the time to start signing up. Contact the store and register.
Truely Unique News and Events
Beltane/May Day
May Day has been celebrated form ancient times as a spring festival all over the world.
May Basket
(Sing to the tune” A Tisket, A Tasket”)
A-tisket, A-tasket I made a May Day Basket.
I filled it up with flowers bright and hung it on the door just right.
Beltane Herbs: All flowers, angelica, apple, ash, bluebell, calendula, cinquefoil, red clover, daisy, frankincense, hawthorn, honeysuckle, lilac, primrose, rose, rowan, St. John’s Wort, strawberry, woodruff
Beltane Incense: Frankincense, Lilac, Rose, Passion flower, Vanilla,.
Beltane Colors: Green, Soft pink, Blue, Yellow, White. All of the colors of the rainbow.
Beltane Decorations: Maypole, Strings of beads or flowers, Ribbons, Spring flowers (roses, bluebells, daisies, primrose, lilac), Daisy chain necklaces and bells on heels. Strawberries, Faeries.
Beltane Foods: Dairy, Oatmeal cakes, May Day bread, Cherries, Strawberries, Wine punches, Green salads, Ice cream, Red fruit, Shortbread, Sweet cakes, Wine, Cherry juice.
Beltane Sacred Gemstones: Emerald, Orange carnelian, Sapphire, Rose quartz.
Spell work: Spells for fertility, Love, Spiritual communion with deity, Safety, Prosperity, Conservation.
Activities to do on May Day:
Make a May Basket and fill it with flowers and give it to someone.
Make a pressed flower card. Sit in a pile of flowers.
Go into the woods and get in tuned with Mother Nature.
Make a garland of flowers to wear in your hair.
Dress up in bright flowery clothes or wear green.
Make a Jack-in-the-bush. (A pyramid shape of greenery, crowned in flowers representing the Jack–in-the-Green, or the Greenman.)
Dance around the maypole.
Wash your face with the morning dew.
Plant a tree in the yard of your love one.
Tie bells to your shoes to protect yourself from mischief fairy folk.
Bake sweet cakes and place them in your thyme garden to invite fairy folk.
Make candied violets.
Sales
Spiritual oils and Sun’s eye oils Buy 2 get one free.
Oil Burners and Candle Holders are 25% off
Egyptian statues are 25% off
African Art jewelry, hats and clothes are 50% off
Goddess cards are 50% off
Windchimes 25% off
More instore sales throughout the month.
Classes and Events
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We are now open Friday nights.
April 5th 6pm: New Moon Circle. We will be holding an open Circle that night, along with a fire (weather permitting) Come join us for a night of mystery and manifesting! Free Event/Tips Appreciated.
April 8 Total Solar Eclipse. We will see it as a partial eclipse. Starting around 1:54 PM, the peak will be after 3:11 PM and will end around 4:26 PM. W and W is selling Eclipse Glasses in the store. Get yours before they run out.
April 12th 6pm: Intro to Draconic Magick with Dragon’s Cauldron. Come join the Dragon Witch for a night of dragons…! She will take you to another level, if you’re ready. This class is to introduce you to working with the dragons and finding your inner Dragon. Come talk dragons with Dragon’s Cauldron.
Class is $20 and a 2 hour class, pay in advance and its only $15.
(A new feature has been added….going to test it this coming up class….. You can’t make it, but want to be apart of it? Dragon’s Cauldron is going to do a ‘test run’ on using Zoom Meet that night. Want to be part of the beta testing? $10, and has to be prepaid before getting the link)
April 19th 6pm: Crystal Class with “The Bone Lady”. Come join Danielle Chavez on the wonders and beauties of crystals! Leave with a free bag of crystals! $20.00
April 19 &20: Toad Song Farm Herbs will be on sale at Truely Unique in Wilson for 2 days only. Mary will be there both days from noon until 5:00.
Plants will be $4 each, or 4 for $12. If you would like to pre-order, call, text, or email Mary before April 12. Mary’s cell: 919-815-6090. Email: toadsongfarm@earthlink.net
April 20th 11 AM to 4 PM EARTH DAY FESTIVAL. Read below.
April 25th 6pm: Osteomancy Class (Bone Throwing) for beginners with Wild Curiosities and the Dragon Witch. Come and learn what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!
April 26th 6pm: Open Discussion for Bone Class Members any and all welcome. Free event/ Tips Appreciated.
April 20th 11 AM to 4 PM EARTH DAY FESTIVAL.
Are you ready for an action packed day here at Truely Unique?
We hope so, because we may have just pulled out all the stops for this year’s Earth Day bash!!!
Come celebrate our 20th year being here and part of this wonderful community!!
Vendors, arts and crafts, informational tables, music, classes, readers, etc.!!! Bring a chair, blankets, and
come have a good time with us!!!
~!~SURPRISE~!~ TAROT BY SENAH Is back!!!!!! She will be set up outside this year for the event!!
~!~SURPRISE~!~ The Gilded Dragon, Wilson’s game store will be setting up with us this year!! Hobbies, Coffee, Games, and More!
~Wild Curiosities will be set up with her amazing oddities, bone jewelry.
~Mary from Toad Song farm will have all her beautiful plants set up for sale that day as well as the Friday (April 19th) beforehand!
~Rev. Su Windsong, a very intuitive tarot reader will also be returning back to brighten your day!!
~Colt with Calhoun’s Mowing Service coming in with something totally different, need a garden tilled this spring to get ready for planting? He is loaded and ready. All the trinkets to get in tight spaces.. ranging from plow, tiller, rake, drag, etc. Who said you need a big tractor to make a home garden in your backyard work?
~ Renée with By Her Fires will be there with all of her spectacular goodies!!!!!!!!!!
~Luanda with Sharper Boutique will be there with her wild paintings!!!
~Madam Butterfly fluttering her way in with all of her gorgeous bling from Kalypso’s Bling!!!!
~Bruce from Highland Lathers coming in with their awesome soaps!!!!!!
~Hat with Ancient Audio will be set up with all of his vinyl’s and his random knick knacks!
~Jennifer and Gabrielle with Odds & Oods coming in with their crazy mysterious wares!!!!!!!!!!!
~Katie with K-Tea Botanicals with her bath salts that will leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed!
~Cody Lee with Awaken The North will have an informational table set up about the Heathen Community.
~Ty with EJ’s Candles, coming back for another year with her lovely candles and lotions!!
~Sam with Witches and Woodcarvers with her her eco-friendly pagan home good store!!!!
~Crystal owner of Punky Muffins Boutique will be set up with all of her glorious handcrafted sewn items!
~Erin from Mermaid Trinket’s with her gorgeous handmade trinkets!!!
~Sarah with Sarah’s Kitchen coming in with her homemade goodies they are divine by the way!!
~Todds Wood with be some awesome woodworking items i.e. dough bowls and chopping blocks!
~April coming in with her delicious freezed dried candy!!!!
~Laurie and Brian coming with their amazing creations!!!
~Empyrean Cards and readings as well as our crafting/vintage collectibles.
And soooo many more!!!
The Vendor list continues to grow daily!!
There will be two main events happening this day as well!!! We have locked down, not just one but TWO WitchCon Online presenters to do a Zoom class held specifically at the store!!!! Each class will be $20.00 a person, but you will have interaction with both presenters, as well as be able to ask questions straight to them! More details coming soon as far as what the classes entail!! (Will update as I get them!)
~Come join Byron Ballard a WitchCon Online presenter at 2pm for a fun filled Zoom class “Warts, Waters and What Mountain Folk Know”! Dive deep into the specific uses of water in Appalachian folk magic. From stump water and willowwater for cures to ditchwater for creativity and dish water for warts, the many uses of this powerful element have been passed down since the early days of immigration. Learn how they can broaden your own magical practice. This will be one of the two paid events for Earth Day $20.00 a person, but this also includes personal interaction with Byron via Zoom and you will be able to ask any questions that you may have!!
~Once again we have Sean Wilde (another WitchCon Presenter) closing us out at 5pm with his class on drumroll Vampires!!!!!!!! Vampires Among Us
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Learn about vampires living among us. Author Sean Wilde will go over recent vampire history, mythologies of various vampire groups, types of vampires and the different magic they employ. Learn to recognize a vampire, and defend against them. In this class you will learn: • The 21st-century history of vampires • Origin stories • Current groups • Types of living vampires and how they feed • Different ways of feeding • How to recognize a vampire • How to defend against one • About spiritual immortals • The magic they employ • About vampiric beings and people; from Kemet to the biblical Cain and Abel, the history, origins, and actions of vampires throughout the Western world will be explored and discussed.
Introduction to Reiki: With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Learn the basics of Reiki and what it can do for you. This hour long course will answer all of your questions. $30.00, when you choose to take Reiki 1, you will receive $15.00 credit on Reiki 1. Limit 4 per class. Must RSVP. Class held in Elm City: 104 North Pender St. Elm City 27822. Call and set up appointments for Reiki 2, 3 or Master/teacher course. 252- 373-2035
Full Pink Moon or Sap Moon:
Full moon= April 23 3rd quarter= April 2 New moon= April 8 1st quarter April 15
April 8 Total Solar eclipse.
We will see it as a partial eclipse. Starting around 1:54 PM, the peak will be after 3:11 PM and will end around 4:26 PM. W and W is selling Eclipse Glasses in the store. Get yours before they run out.
Did you know that there are no blue moons this year? Sept 17, 18 partial Lunar Eclipse
Local Artist Services and POP-UP Vending
Every Thursday, Friday and Saturdays we have venders in the store selling their items for you.
Watch Facebook to see who will be in the store each week. We have spaces available for venders.
Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday. Oddities, bone jewelry, specimens, and curiosities. If you love creepy things or just have a close relationship with the dead; there are plenty of things here for you! From bone jewelry, to ornate frames filled with specimens, you never know what you will find here!
Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens. By appointment only. You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings. She will be back this spring.
Tarot Card Reading with Sam: Hi I’m Sam, and a newly available Tarot reader at the shop, Available for walk-ins my readings consist of a 13 card spread for 30 dollars and a short questions session after to clarify the overall message. I’ve been a reader for over 18 years and use some non-traditional methods to gain a precise understanding of your situation. I will not be available during class times.
Dragon’s Cauldron
Welcome to Truely Unique / Dragon’s Cauldron where you never know what you hear or see when you come in, promise that’s a guarantee!! Surprises are so coming in the next few weeks….keep watch!! Dragon’s Cauldron https://www.facebook.com/groups/dragonscauldron
We are open evenings during classes and we open the store by appointments.
Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.
Stone of the Month by Pathseeker
Stone and Birthstone: April Diamond
Stone: The April birthstone, diamond, in addition to being a symbol of everlasting love, was once thought to bring courage. In Sanskrit, the diamond is called Vajra, which also means lightning; in Hindu mythology, Vajra was the weapon of Indra, the king of gods.
Chakra: Crown Zodiac: Aries, Taurus, Leo Planet: Venus Element: Carbon Vibration: 33
Typical colors: While the vast majority of diamonds are colorless, they may express a full rainbow of fancy colors. From rare reds to deep blues to warm yellows, there is a fancy colored diamond for all preferences and occasions.
Healing: Purity, Harmony, Love, Abundance, Prosperity
Oil Pairings: Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Sandalwood
Goddess / Gods: Angerona Roman Goddess of the Winter Solstice
Both the modern and official birthstone for the month of April is the Diamond. The April birthstone color is clear or white and the alternative April gemstone is any clear stone such as sparkling Quartz.
Besides being a meaningful gift for a special April birthday, Diamond jewelry is the also given to celebrate 10th, 60th and 75th wedding anniversaries.
Road Trip Shopping Trip
Looking for something to do with your friends, group, and coworkers? Plan a Road Trip. Give us 24 hours’ notice and invite 3 or more people to socialize and shop at our store making a $350.00 purchase (all guest combined). We will have goodies, a free gift for each person, and the organizer will get a $10.00 gift certificate. Every member shopping will also get 10% off their totals.
Dill
Medicinally: Dill is an antispasmodic, antibacterial, expectorant, & stimulant. Good for colic and stomach ailments, relieves nausea. Strengthen fingernail by soaking them in a strong infusion of dill seed ten minutes a day.
Historically: In Anglo Saxon Times, this herb was a cure all from charms and to ward off diseases. (Elf Disease and Water Elf Disease.) Egyptian medical documents listed dill more than 5000 years ago. They used it to treat headaches. Roman and Greeks grew dill in their gardens for food, medicinal, and perfumed incense.
Pliny and Dioscorides wrote of its calming powers and called this herb Anethon. Dill was cultivated in the Palestine and many believed that it is the anise mentioned in the bible. Anglo Saxon’s called it Dylle and the old Norse, Dilla both meaning “to lull”. The Arch Bishop of Canterbury (Alfric) in the 10 century wrote about it. He thought it was to ward off charms and curses of witches. It was also used by witches and sorcerers.
Spiritual: Protection, (protects children) money, love, & lust. Dispels jealously, bad dreams, attracts money balances emotional issues. Place over your door to prevent evil from entering home. Make sachets for protecting your children. Adding dill to your bath water will make you irresistible. If eaten or smelled, will stimulate lust thoughts. Smell dill to cure hiccups. Traditionally Dill was believed to have protective powers and to counteract any spells and curses.
Planet: Mercury Element: fire Gender: masculine Deity: Hermes, Janus, Mercury, Anubis, Parts Used: leaves, seeds.
Try Dill on any summer salad, especially in potato salad and deviled eggs.
Grind dill seeds and use as an alternative to salt.
Dill Sauce for Fish
½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill or dried dill leaves
White pepper
Directions: Whisk together sour cream, mustard, lemon juice, and dill until well blended. Chill before serving.
Supporting Businesses we work with and support.
Many carry our products: Supporting and visiting them supports us.
3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com
Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our teas and incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/
Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.
Your Herbal Health at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount. https://www.alignable.com/rocky-mount-nc/your-herb-health-the-tar-river-flea-market
Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm
Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/
Mystical Mysti Candles Mystical Mysti Candles – MYSTICAL MYSTI CANDLES
The Novel Nest Bookstore. 120 Goldsboro St Wilson. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089859639534
Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. https://www.facebook.com/RavensFur.farm
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Book Club night…
Are you interested in a book club? Are you interested in exploring self-love and shadow work? We are now checking interest for a book club. Starting the month of March for a book called unicorn tails, a guided journey for magical life. This journal has guided prompts in order to help us better understand ourselves.
Email contact@witchesandwoodcarvers.com with two days of the week that would work for you, with the intent to start in March. Books are already in store for perusal.
Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group will be on sight at the store on the 20th of April for Earth Day. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/
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Holiday Savings and Information.
Please shop with us for relaxing, fun and games during your holiday shopping. We worked really hard to get something for everyone. We have the best stocking stuffer around. We have some very interesting ornaments. Our staff will help you cross off your list the gifts for everyone in your family. Don’t forget co-workers and teachers.
Every week a new surprise or game will be played with extra savings. Weekly Sales will be posted. (If you do not have Facebook, call us and we will tell you the weekly sales.)
Goodies are always on the table to eat while you are shopping. Hot apple cider and tea every Friday and Saturday and homemade soup on Saturdays.
We are so happy that you choose to support our store and local businesses this year before going to the big box stores and online. A small business supports more in our own local community than larger stores and online shopping. Make a trip to come and see us this season. You will be surprised to see all that we carry for everyone in the family. We all thank you in advance for shopping with us and keeping our doors open for 19 years.
We will be open on Fridays noon to 8PM and Saturdays from noon to 6 PM starting Nov 10th
For last minute shoppers:
In December we will open Sunday the 24th from noon to 4 for Christmas Eve.
Closed the 25th and 26th of December.
Closed December 31 and January 1.
We will open the store by appointments if you cannot get here during regular hours.
Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.
Sales
We are ready for the Holiday Season with gifts for you to complete your holiday list.
Remember we have the BEST selection of stocking stuffers and small gifts.
Each week new sales and games.
Classes
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.
Friday December 1st 6PM: Candle Magick: After this class you will know many ways to make your candles do more, how to dress a candle and how to make it work better for you. $15.00.
Saturday December 2, 2 PM: The Magick of Herbs with Kay. Join us in folklore, uses, potions, and more when working with herbs every day. $15.00
Friday, December 8 at 6pm: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: The meaning of Yule and Sabbaths. Free Event.
Saturday, December 9, 2 PM: Candle Magick. Learn how to use candles in decoration as well as magic. $15.00
Friday, December 15th, 6 PM: Gathering around the fire. Glimmers the small moments in life we often miss: Find time to find joy and happiness in life. Count your blessings. Topic: The meaning of Yule and other December holidays. Free Event.
Saturday December 16, 2 PM: Ask the Crone questions. Write down a question and come to this discussion with others and ask your question. Kay will answer your questions with what she has learned and her opinions for each one. The more questions and people in the class, the more you will learn. $15.00 Class will be from one hour to 3 hours.
***Thursday, December 21 at 6pm: This is our newest class for Truely Unique, Wild Curiosities and the Dragon Witch will be offering an Osteomancy class for beginners! Come and learn what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!
Services and POP-UP Vending
Every Thursday, Friday and Saturdays we have venders in the store selling their items for you.
Watch Facebook to see who will be in the store each week.
Taylor Jewelry will be in (some days to be announced) and wrapping his stones and making jewelry for you.
Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday. Oddities, bone jewelry, specimens, and curiosities. If you love creepy things or just have a close relationship with the dead; there’s plenty of things here for you! From bone jewelry, to ornate frames filled with specimens, you never know what you will find here!
Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens. Every Friday and Saturday. You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.
Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing every Friday afternoons with Darlene. By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com
or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.
Elm City Christmas Parade December 10th 3 PM
You are welcome to come in and sit on our porch to watch the parade.
Toad Song Farm December 21st. Stone Soup Evening.
Moon
Full moon= Dec 27 3rd quarter= Dec 5 new moon= Dec 12 1st quarter Dec 19
Cold moon: This is a great time to plan, and set goals for the New Year.
Open up your homes, your lives with your friends during Yule on December 21.
Sunrise 7:22 AM sunset 5:05 PM Longest night of the year.
“Yule is the true spirit of Mother Earth. Yule is the rebirth of the seasons. Without Yuletide, Mother Earth cannot heal herself. . . will wither and die. That is why it is so important that I reawaken the spirit within mankind. Help them to believe again. Because it is their power of belief; their love and devotion that heals the land.”
Brom, Krampus: The Yule Lord
Turquoise
By Pathseeker
Chakra: Heart Chakra, Throat Chakra, Third Eye Chakra Zodiac: Scorpio, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces Vibration: 1 Element: Earth/Air/Fire Colors: turquoise, blue, green, yellow-green. Element: Venus & Neptune. Oil Pairings: clove, cypress, Palo Santo, fennel, frankincense, and rosemary.
Healing: Purification, Serenity, Protection, Wisdom, Balance, Strength, Friendship, Love, Positive thinking., Sensitivity
How to use Turquoise spiritually: Turquoise is a calming and refreshing stone that can heal and comfort the spirit and the physical body. It can also help you connect to the spiritual world and balance the male and female energies
Turquoise is a protective stone that was used to make amulets and is especially powerful at the throat chakra 2.
To use Turquoise for spiritual purposes, you can wear it as jewelry or carry it with you in your pocket or purse. You can also meditate with it by holding it in your hand or placing it on your body. Meditating with Turquoise can help you enter a peaceful state of relaxation and aid in stress-relief and the elimination of negative energies It is also believed that Turquoise can help stimulate the initiation of romantic love as well as friendship. Please note that the information provided is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice or treatment.
Spearmint
By Wynter Kechara
Scientific Name: Mentha spicata Folk Names: Brown Mint, Garden Mint, Green Mint, Green Spine, Lamb Mint, Mackerel Mint, Mismin, Our Lady’s Mint, Spire Mint, Yerba Buena
Medicinal Uses: digestive aid, anesthetic, decongestant, infection prevention, soothes menstrual cramps. Good for flues, colds, ingestion, gas, & cramps. A stimulant, antispasmodic, diuretic, digestive, muscles, intestines, & circulation. Good for nervous system. Good for flues, colds, ingestion, gas, & cramps. Safe for children. The oil is not for use during pregnancy.
Spiritual Powers: healing, love, mental powers, protection, prophetic dreams, anger management Magical Applications: Spearmint is used in all forms of healing. Smelling Spearmint sharpens mental powers. Placed in an herb pillow and placed under pillow can protect the sleeper.
Magical Substitution: Peppermint Gender: Feminine
Planet: Venus Element: Water
Sacred herb of the Druids and East Deity: Juno
Astrological sign: Libra Parts Used: leaves and flower tops
Butter Rum and Butter Beer
(Popular with the Harry Potter crowd)
Rosemary Grace
Buttered rum was a popular recipe in colonial America, and it’s easy to see why — it’s GOOD. You can brew this up in your crockpot, ladle out a nice big mug and sit by the fire on a chilly winter evening. It’s the perfect warm drink for Yule. If you leave out the rum, your kids can enjoy it too (here’s a tip — when your little one wants to have a Harry Potter party, make a rum-free pot of this recipe and call it butter beer). Ingredients:
2 Quarts apple juice 2 C firmly packed brown sugar
1 stick butter (use the real stuff, not margarine) 3 Tbs. cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp. nutmeg
2 C. your favorite rum Refrigerated whipped dessert topping
Cinnamon sticks and nutmeg for garnish
Preparation: Warm up the apple juice and brown sugar in a pot. Add the butter (dice up the stick before you put it in there, so it’ll melt faster). Stir until the butter is melted. Add the spices and the rum. Cover the pot, and simmer on low for 2 – 4 hours. Ladle into mugs for serving. Top each with a dollop of whipped topping and a cinnamon stick. Sprinkle with a dash of nutmeg.
Crockpot Wassail
1/2 gallon apple cider 1 cup cranberry juice 1/2 cup honey 2 orange cut into sections 2 or 3 cinnamon sticks 1 tablespoon allspice 1 teaspoon ginger 1. Plug in crockpot and put on low. Add the apple cider and cranberry juice. 2. Mix well with spoon. Add honey. 3. Cut oranges and add to the mixture. Drop in cinnamon stick 4. Add allspice and ginger stir well. Add more apple cider if needed. 5. Cook on low heat for two hours or more. Stir occasionally. Serve hot.
Supporting Businesses We work with and support. Many carries our products: Supporting and visiting them supports us also.
3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com
Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our teas and incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/
The Dandelion at 307 N Berkeley Blvd Suite J, Goldsboro, NC https://gotothedandelion.com/
Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.
Your Herbal Health at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount. https://www.alignable.com/rocky-mount-nc/your-herb-health-the-tar-river-flea-market
Dharma’s Love (https://www.dharmaslove.com/) (Fuquay Varina)
Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm
Blended Family Farm https://www.facebook.com/people/Blended-Family-Farm-NC/100080928990297/
Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/
Mystical Mysti Candles 1024S. Pollock St, Selma NC. Mystical Mysti Candles – MYSTICAL MYSTI CANDLES
The Novel Nest Bookstore. 120 Goldsboro St Wilson. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089859639534
Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. https://www.facebook.com/RavensFur.farm
Road Trip
Looking for something to do with your friends, group, and coworkers? Plan a Road Trip. Give us 24 hours’ notice and invite 3 or more people to socialize and shop at our store making a $350.00 purchase (all guest combined). We will have goodies, a free gift for each person, and the organizer will get a $10.00 gift certificate. Every member shopping will also get 10% off their totals.
We are looking for people who would like to write small articles for our newsletter. If you are interested please email me at support@truelyunique.com
