Forest Soul Designs

24/06/2026

There’s a reason handmade magical tools carry such powerful energy.

I think handmade ritual tools feel different because they carry presence.

Not just effort. Presence.

When you create something slowly with intention, whether it’s a witches ladder, altar jar, spell candle, or ritual oil, you naturally pour energy into it.

That’s why handcrafted witchcraft has always mattered so much to me.

You can feel when something has been made with care.

And honestly, I think we’re all craving more of that now. More authenticity. More connection. More meaningful objects that actually support our spiritual lives rather than simply filling shelves.

That’s real magic to me.

What is your favourite tool you have made?
I love making Sabbat Altar jars

23/06/2026

22/06/2026

I’ve always loved the history and symbolism behind witch cords and witches ladders.

There’s something beautifully human about weaving intention directly into an object with your own hands.

Knot by knot.
Charm by charm.
Thread by thread.

Long before modern spirituality became trendy online, people across different traditions created cords, ropes, charms, and talismans as protective and empowering ritual tools.

Some called them witches ladders.
Some called them witch cords.
Others knew them as fairy ropes or devotional cords.

But the heart of the practice stayed very similar.

Creating something physical that could hold energy, memory, symbolism, and intention.

I think that’s why these practices still resonate so strongly today. In a world where everything feels fast and digital, there’s something grounding about making something slowly with your own hands.

You can feel the energy building as you work.

The knotting becomes meditative.
The choice of charms becomes personal.
The colours, herbs, beads, ribbons, and symbols begin telling a story.

Your story.

I especially love that witches ladders can evolve over time. They’re not static decorations. They grow alongside your spiritual path. You can add charms for protection, intuition, creativity, abundance, ancestral connection, healing, or guidance depending on what you need most.

That flexibility makes them incredibly personal ritual tools.

And honestly, they’re wonderful for beginners because there’s no “perfect” way to create one.

Your magic doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s.

One person might weave shells, herbs, feathers, and moon charms into theirs. Another might create a beautifully simple cord with meaningful knots and protective symbols. Both are equally valid because the power comes from intention and connection.

I think that’s the part people forget most often.

Witchcraft has never been about perfection.

It’s about relationship. With yourself. With nature. With spirit. With symbolism. With ritual.

That’s why I’m genuinely excited for the Witch’s Ladder workshop at Fox and Bear’s on the 27th. There’s something incredibly special about gathering together and creating magical tools in community.

Not rushed.
Not performative.
Just people making meaningful things with their hands and hearts.

Honestly, that kind of magic stays with people for a very long time.

21/06/2026

There’s something magical about the Summer Solstice.

The longest day. The shortest night. A moment where the sun seems to stand still, inviting us to pause and simply be.

For our ancestors, this time of year was one of gratitude, celebration, and connection with the abundance surrounding them. And perhaps that's something we still need reminding of.

Not everything has to be about striving for the next thing.

Sometimes it's enough to stop and notice.

The herbs growing in the garden.

The warmth of the sun on your skin.

The laughter shared with loved ones.

The quiet moments beside your altar.

The dreams you've already brought to life.

The Summer Solstice reminds me that magic isn't always found in grand rituals.

Sometimes it's found in gratitude.

In slowing down.

In recognising that growth has already been happening, even if we haven't noticed it.

Tonight I'll be lighting a candle and giving thanks for all the blessings, lessons, friendships, and little moments of joy this year has brought so far.

May your Solstice be filled with warmth, laughter, abundance, and a little bit of wonder.

Blessed Litha, kindred spirits ☀️🌿✨

How will you be celebrating the longest day of the year?

19/06/2026

One of the loveliest parts of running Forest Soul Designs is seeing how many different paths lead people toward magic.

Some of you are lifelong practitioners. Some are quietly exploring spirituality for the first time. Some are rebuilding your confidence after years away from your practice.

And every single one of those journeys matters.

Thank you for allowing my handmade creations to become part of your rituals, celebrations, sacred spaces, and moments of personal growth.

18/06/2026

What colour will your magic be?

One of my favourite parts of the upcoming Witches' Ladder Workshop is watching everyone choose the colours that speak to their intention. Every cord carries its own symbolism, helping you weave your wishes, blessings, and hopes into each knot.

🖤 Black – protection, boundaries, wisdom and banishing negativity
🤍 White – peace, purification, healing and spirit connection
❤️ Red – passion, courage, vitality and strength
💚 Green – prosperity, abundance, growth and hearth blessings
💙 Blue – calm, truth, communication and emotional healing
💜 Purple – intuition, psychic awareness and spiritual wisdom
🩶 Silver/Grey – moon magic, dreams and mystery
💛 Gold/Yellow – joy, confidence, success and creativity

There are no wrong choices. Some people are drawn to colours that reflect their intentions, while others simply choose the colour that calls to them. Your witches' ladder will become a deeply personal piece, woven with charms, blessings, and the magic of your own hands.

Every ladder will tell its own story. Some will be protective, some joyful, some focused on healing or abundance, and some simply created as a beautiful companion for the home. However you choose your colours, your ladder will be as unique as the path you walk.

✨ Witches' Ladder Workshop
📅 Saturday 27th June • 10am–4pm
📍 The House of Blackthorn at Fox & Bear Emporium
54d Bampton Street, Tiverton EX16 6AH
💜 £55 – all materials provided

Just bring your lunch and perhaps a small treasure or keepsake to weave into your ladder.

Message me to book your place. I would love to spend a magical day knotting, crafting, and weaving blessings with you. ✨

18/06/2026

If you’ve been wanting to create a more intentional ritual space, this is your gentle sign to begin.

Forest Soul Designs was created for spiritual seekers who want sacred tools that feel authentic, handcrafted, and genuinely supportive of their magical practice.

From spell kits and altar jars to beeswax candles, moon water bottles, pendulum kits, and seasonal Pagan decor, every creation is made with ritual intention and deep care.

These aren’t mass-produced decorations.

They’re sacred tools crafted to bring warmth, empowerment, and connection into your everyday spiritual life.

Whether you’re brand new to witchcraft or returning to a long-loved path, there’s space for you here.

My Litha energy spray is a beautiful energy cleansing aura and room spray. Made with moon water, essential and created in ritual and infused with reiki.

17/06/2026

🌙 Have you ever wanted to make something truly magical with your own hands?
In this immersive Witches' Ladder Workshop, we'll journey into the old traditions of knot magic and protective charms while creating a beautiful hanging measure to bless your home and support your spiritual practice.
You'll discover:
🖤 The history and folklore of witches' ladders.
🖤 Magical correspondences of herbs and crystals.
🖤 How to create charms for protection, prosperity, and divination.
🖤 Ways to personalise your ladder with symbols and intention.
🖤 Simple blessings to awaken your creation.
📅 Saturday 27th June
🕙 10am – 4pm
📍 The House of Blackthorn
54d Bampton Street, Tiverton
💷 £55.00
Everything you need is provided, and you'll leave with your completed Witches' Ladder and the knowledge to continue this beautiful folk tradition at home.
✨ Places are intentionally limited to keep the workshop personal and relaxed.

📩 Message me to book your place.