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✨8/20/2026✨

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Public Grimoire Chapter 6:
✨The Magick of July✨

I am terribly sorry for the delay in this publishing of or Public Grimoire! We are slowly catching back up from the chaos that June had left us in! Please enjoy!
-💕StellaLuna

Hello all Magickal Beings, Haunting creatures, and Witches of Wonder!✨💕✨

Welcome to the Public Grimoire: 2nd Edition: Chapter 6!

In our 6th installation of our Monthly Public Grimoire we delve into the magick surrounding the month of July, and all the passion, magick, and wonder that it holds!

Remember, take what resonates, leave what doesn’t. Your practice should remain unique to you and you alone! Feel free to skip sections that you do not care to read for at this time, and take the time to read the sections that jump out at you!

💕The Magick of July ✨

The 7th Month in the Calendar brings with it new and renewed energy focusing on Summer Vitality, Solar Power, and Deep Emotional Nourishment. July is historically a month celebrating our freedoms, or community, and our growth throughout the year so far. It is a good time to assess your goals for the rest of the year, how can you really embrace your horns?

Personal transformation is a prime element of July with the Buck Moon, historically named after deer begin to regrow their horns for the months ahead.

Ask yourself, what intentions or goals are you focusing on right now? What has worked so far and what has not? Do not be afraid to change the things that are not working and be open to trying new approaches to difficult situations.

How do you like to celebrate your practice in July? Let us know next time you are in the shop or email us at [email protected]! We would love to hear from you!


☸️Sabbats to Recognize:

There are NO Sabbats to recognize in July, but here is some information that can help you still feel connected to the warm month ahead!

☀️Some themes of this time to keep in mind🌻:

☀️Solar Power
☀️Strength
☀️Courage
☀️Fierce Freedom
☀️Fire Energy
☀️Movement
☀️Recouperation
☀️Power
☀️Success
☀️Warmth
☀️Vitality

Correspondences:
🎨 Colors:
Amber, Gold, Marigold, Coral, Tangerine, Aqua, Cyan, Lavender, and Violet
🪴Plants and Essential Oils:
Berries, Calendula, Basil, Chamomile, Chickweed, Citrus, Grapes, Lavender, Musk, Peach, Pineapple,Pomegranate, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Spinach, Squash, St. John’s Wort, Sunflower, Tomato, Violet, Yarrow
🦁Animals:
Lion, Crab, Eagle, Moon Jellyfish, Fireflies, Cicadas
✨Deities:
Apollo, Aphrodite, Artemis, Aine, Poseidon, Demeter, Lugh, Persephone
🔮Crystals:
Amber, Citrine,. Tigers Eye, Sunstone, Moonstone, Ruby, Garnet, Carnelian, Topaz, Clear Quartz, Pyrite, Labradorite, Amethyst

☀️Celebrating in July:
There is no one way to celebrate July! But here are a few ideas you should consider implementing into your daily life and practice for the month ahead!

✨Dancing(in the rain or out of it!)
✨Swimming(in a pool, spring, ocean, lake take a moment to cool off!)
✨Cooking or Grilling food outside(great way to keep your house cool!)
✨Connecting with others(Share stories, success, trials, you name it!)
✨Basking in the Moonlight(enjoy the calm and quiet of the night and recuperate with the rest of the world.)
✨Make sun tea(with your favorite tea blend, or create a custom blend using herbs and fruits of your choosing!)
✨Explore something new!(New place, new idea, new adventure!)

However you choose to celebrate July, remember to keep yourself hydrated and cool during the hot month, and honor yourself with rest when needed!

✨Cosmic Events Far & Wide:
This Section was Written By Jessica, aka: The Cosmic Swamp Witch, 2026

⭐️ About the July Astrology 🌟
July’s astrology is where the fire takes root. All of the outer planets have taken their new positions in the sky, and some are preparing to look backwards at their journey so far. Astrologers have been anticipating these transits for decades, which gives a lot of anticipation for the month to come.

The month will undoubtedly have a massive collective impact on us, but what can we expect individually? I would anticipate opportunities to revisit the themes in our Aries, Aquarius and Cancer houses during this time. Any lessons, actions we’ve taken or decisions we’ve made since the outer planets changed signs could be up for review.

Compare this time to where you were last year. What’s changed? What’s still the same? And most importantly — how do you feel about it? The change from water and earth energy over to fire and air energy of this year is igniting a new fire in our hearts. We can no longer dismiss our passions, the things that bring us joy and the ways that we need to assert our power for ourselves.

Expect July to shuffle out what isn’t working, to bring new joys and passion to your awareness and to highlight all the ways that choosing authenticity is the right answer.

🔄 Retrograde Outlook for July ♌�
Pluto has already stationed retrograde and Mercury joined in on the fun on June 29 during the full moon in Capricorn. A retrograde is when a planet or luminary body appears to transit backwards in the sky from our perspective here on earth. In astrology, a retrograde offers an opportunity for us to revisit, review and rework our efforts from the time that the transit first began.

There are multiple planets stationing retrograde in July, so it’s worth checking your chart to see which of your natal placements are activated and which houses are impacted during the retrograde

Upcoming Retrograde Dates
• Mercury - June 29 - July 23, 2026
• Neptune - July 7 - December 12, 2026
• Saturn - July 26 - December 10, 2026

Want to keep up with retrogrades? Here’s the calendar:

✨Important Transits✨
1 - Moon ➡️ Aquarius
3 - Moon ➡️ Pisces
6 - Moon ➡️ Aries
7 - 🔄 Neptune Retrograde in Aries begins ♈
8 - Moon ➡️ Ta**us
9 - Venus ➡️ Virgo
10 - Moon ➡️ Gemini
12 - Moon ➡️ Cancer
14 - 🌑 New Moon in Cancer ♋
New moon themes: New Beginnings + Fresh Starts
15 - Moon ➡️ Leo
16 - Moon ➡️ Virgo
18 - Moon ➡️ Libra
21 - Moon ➡️ Scorpio
22 - Moon ➡️ Leo
Sun ➡️ Leo - Leo Season Begins ♌
23 - Moon ➡️ Sagittarius
🔄 Mercury Retrograde in Cancer Ends ♋
26 - Moon ➡️ Capricorn
🔄Saturn Retrograde in Aries ♈
28 - Moon ➡️ Aquarius
29 - 🌕 Full Moon in Aquarius ♒
Full Moon themes: Fulfillment, Celebrations + Accomplishments
31 - Moon ➡️ Pisces

I’ve written blogs to cover each of these major transits. Check back in the archives to see how each transit will be will be impacting you personally so you can best apply the lessons of the retrograde during this time:

📝Note from the Section Writer:
Hi, I’m the Cosmic Swamp Witch! I’ve been studying divination and astrology since 2020. I offer tarot, astrology and osteomancy divination readings at Moon Craft Works. I also combine astrology with my background in business and marketing to support creative entrepreneurs.

Crystal Highlights:
Some Crystals you may want to try to include into your practice this month are:
🤍Moonstone:
Heavily tied to feminine energy, intuition, removing obstacles from you path, and calming the mind. Its reflective shimmer reminds us to look past the surface level and dive deeper. Connected to the Crown Chakra and Third Eye Chakra points facilitating deep spiritual insight, and connection to your higher self.
❤️Ruby:
A precious Gemstone known for boosting vitality, motivation, and courage. Believed to enhance overall stamina, instill a fearless mindset by clearing away self doubt, anxiety and fear. Ruby’s protective elements stem from its association with the Heart & Root Chakra points by promoting connections within physical life-force energy, passion in love and self, as well as ground the mind in physical and emotional balance, allowing you to make clear and quick decisions.
🧡Sunstone:
A stone of warmth, joy, comfort, and happiness, Sunstone is the embodiment of summer. Sunstone reminds you to keep a positive head on your shoulders, and embrace those around you with warmth and joy. Connected to the Heart, and Sacral Chakra points, Sunstone helps you facilitate and nurture healthier and warmer connections to those around you, as well as ignites passion and excitement not only in new romances, but also new ventures by creating a more optimistic mindset.
❤️Sardonyx:
Sardonyx is known as a stone of great strength, courage, endurance and protection. Enforcing willpower and discipline into ones daily life, creating an energetic shield, absorbing negativity, and fostering a stong sense of personal security. It also helps facilitate healthy communication with those around you by encouraging integrity, clear and concise communication, and stability in all relationships. Connected to the Root & Earth Star Chakra points, Sardonyx anchors your energy to the earth, providing you with stable footing in the present, and allowing yourself to relax and truly enjoy the moment.
🖤Onyx:
Onyx is known to absorb negative energy, promote emotional stability, and facilitate inner strength. Helping you conquer your fears and maintain a sharp focus on your goals. Enhancing one's overall strength and willpower when it comes to self mastery, self advocacy, and mindfulness towards oneself. Connected to the Root Chakra, Onyx is all about helping you embrace the moment as it is, by keeping you from living in the past, or ruminating anxiously over your future.
💛Tigers Eye:
Tigers Eye is known best for promoting Courage, Strength, and Resilience especially in the face of Adversity. Finding courage within the self, and standing up for what you believe in. Tigers Eye is also known to be a fierce protector, shielding you from negativity and encouraging you to stand your ground on matters that are important to you.

♊Zodiac Specific Crystals♋:
♋Cancer(June 22nd-July 22nd): Moonstone, Red Jasper, and Rose Quartz can help balance Cancer’s water energy, provide emotional grounding, and amplify their natural empathy.
♌Leo (July 23rd-August 22nd): Carnelian, Tigers Eye, and Pyrite can be used to inspire confidence, promote grounding and protection, as well as enhance personal power and success.

🎁Birth stone(s):
July's Birthstone is Ruby. Known as the “king of precious gems” as its vibrant red hue is symbolic of passion, protection, and prosperity.

✨July’s Spell of the Month✨:

Leo Full Moon Ritual: From Your Magickal Year by Melinda Lee Holm

The Ritual for this full moon is designed to help you transcend any false separations between you and others so you can fully embrace your role in collective evolution.

Gather the following:
✨Incense, Smudge, Spray, or Bell for Cleansing.
✨Candle Holder or Small Plate
✨Lemurian QuartzCrystal, Fluorite, and Blue Kyanite
✨Printouts or drawings of The Star and Ten of Coins Card
✨Small Nail
✨Paper & Pen
✨White or Pale Blue Taper/Chime Candles
✨Ten coins

Steps:
🌕Clear the energy of your space, then close your eyes and take three deep, cleansing breaths to ground yourself.
🌕Set your altar as follows:
Center: place Small Plate or Candle Holder with Lemurian Quartz set in front.
Left: place the Image of The Star with Blue Kyanite on top
Right: place the Image of the Ten of Coins with the Fluorite on top
🌕Using the nail, carve into the candle the following words:
“We are one, we are safe, we are abundant.”
🌕On the Paper, write down ten things that are essential for a healthy, thriving community. Try to list at least one thing each from the physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual realms.
🌕Place the candle in the candle holder or melt the bottom slightly and stick it to the plate, then light the candle.
🌕Read the ten items on your list aloud, and as you do, place one of the coins on the image of the Ten of Coins for each item.
🌕Let the candle burn until it goes out on its own, then discard the wax and bury the ten of coins near your home.

Sources Cited:
Melinda Lee Holm, illustrated by Rohan Daniel Eason, “My Magickal Year: Transform your life through the seasons of the zodiac” 2022, CICO Books, Pages 82-83

✨Coming up in the Shop:
Events:
🦌Buck Moon Canvas Swap Workshop with StellaLuna! (Ticketed Event),
Wednesday July 29th, 6:30-8:45pm at Moon Craft Works, $35 dollars, limited to 12 spots, 10yo +

Come gather under the Buck Full Moon, connect with yourself, your community, and embrace your horns!

The Buck Moon Canvas Swap Workshop means we are all contributing to everyone’s canvas, and going home with a random canvas at the end of the workshop knowing your community is working together to manifest strength, growth, and resilience.

Stella Luna will be guiding the class through structured, thoughtful prompts, instruction and manifestation guidance through this two hour workshop being hosted in our building's courtyard!

Ticket Prices include:
✨One (1) 11"x14” Canvas
✨Paint tray and supplies
✨Late Night Shopping
✨Snacks
✨A unique one of a kind painting & a stronger connection with yourself as well as your local community!

We can’t wait to see you! Please call Moon Craft Works at 352-554-9536 or email us at [email protected] with any questions or concerns you may have!

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🦌Return of Cernunnos Altar Bells-$225
🌟Awakening light up Terrarium-$195

Thank you for joining us on our latest issue of the Moon Craft Works Public Grimoire! We hope you have enjoyed this read and will utilize any information that resonated with you into your mindful practice in this month ahead!

Please stay tuned for our next chapter, Coming at the end of July!
Safe practicing, and Blessed July!!✨💕🌙

Blessed be,
StellaLuna ✨🌙
Mooncraftworks.com

Public Grimoire: The Magick of July!✨ Click here for an update from Moon Craft Works!

✨Welcome to the Magick of June!✨

Hello all Magickal Beings, Haunting creatures, and Witches of Wonder!✨💕✨

Welcome to the Public Grimoire: 2nd Edition: Chapter 5!

In our 5th installation of our Monthly Public Grimoire we delve into the magick surrounding the month of June, and all the passion, Magick, and wonder that it holds!

Remember, take what resonates, leave what doesn’t. Your practice should remain unique to you and you alone! Feel free to skip sections that you do not care to read for at this time, and take the time to read the sections that jump out at you!

💕The Magick of June✨

The 6th month in the year brings with it love, passion, magick, and wonder! It is a time of celebration for all walks of life, love, and vibrancy. June is fitting as PRIDE Awareness month, as it is also a time of frolicking fae. The sabbat of Litha celebrates the Summer Solstice and the longest day of the year, continuing the march of time forward.

This is a time of abundance, connection, fae activity and reflection on personal growth through the year so far. Freedom to be one’s self is a prominent trait of June, consider finding ways to incorporate your truth into your practice and learn to advocate more for yourself. It is not selfish, it is self care!

How do you like to celebrate your practice in June? Let us know next time you are in the shop or email us at [email protected] , We would love to hear from you!

☸️Sabbats to Recognize:

Midsummer: The Summer Solstice:
Northern Hemisphere: June 20th-22nd
Southern Hemisphere: December 20th-22nd
Around the globe, Summer Solstice has long been a day to celebrate the sun in its full glory. The Earth is tilted in a way that half of the globe receives energy from the life giving star, The Sun. It is the longest day of the year, with the most hours of sunlight stretching between sunrise and sunset. Whereas the other half is experiencing the shortest day of the year. The wheel is in balance.

Trees fully develop, plants have grown tall, and ample cover and shade can be found for all matters of life! The solstice is often a time of abundance, vitality, and fruitful harvest. Earth dances in the full rhythm and swing of life, embrace this newfound energy into your own!

Some may recognize Litha, or Midsummer, as a celebration of the Sun King; others as the time when the Oak king, who represents light, is defeated by his older brother, the Holly King, representing darkness, where he’ll rule until Winter Solstice when the Oak King Rules once again. The Catholic Church adopted Litha as the feast day honoring St. John the Baptist. It is also the first official day of summer, which brings a psychological freedom and ease and a sunny optimism- a time when all things are possible.

The Element of Fire is important to midsummer rituals and spell works, whether a bonfire, campfire, electric lantern, or other alternative. Following tradition, toss some lavender onto the fire to drive away evil spirits.

In regards to kitchen witchery, it is time to get cooking in the great outdoors! Enjoy the weather, and harness the element of an open flame to cook and bless your meals. If you cant cook outside due to burn bans or intolerant weather, cook your meal inside then set up a table outside, or consider opening a window by the table while you eat to appreciate all that nature has to offer during this time of year.

You can find all this information and more in “The Wheel of the Year” by Fiona Cook & Jessica Roux, as well as “The Kitchen Witch Handbook” by Aurora Kane!

Sources Cited:
- Fiona Cook, Jessica Roux “The Wheel of the Year: An Illustrated Guide to Natures Rhythms” 2023, Andrews McMeel Publishing, pg 48-49
- Aurora Kane, “The Kitchen Witch Handbook: Wisdom, Recipes, and Potions for everyday of the year” Quarto Publishing Group, 2023, pg169-170

🌻Some themes of this time to keep in mind🌻:

🌻Abundance
🌻Creativity
🌻Cleansing
🌻Growth
🌻Fire Energy
🌻Inspiration
🌻Motherhood
🌻Power
🌻Success
🌻Warmth
🌻Vitality

Correspondences:
🌈Colors:
Amber, Gold, Green, Orange, Pink, Red, White, Yellow
🪴Plants and Essential Oils:
Berries, Calendula, Chamomile, Chickweed, Citrus, Fruity, Grapes, Heliotrope, Honeysuckle, Lavender, Musk, Peach, Pineapple, Pine Nut, Pomegranate, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Spinach, Squash, St. John’s Wort, Sunflower, Tomato, Violet, Yarrow
🐎Animals:
Bee, Butterfly, Cow/Bull, Eagle, Hawk, Horse, Swallow
✨Deities:
Aestas, Aphrodite, Apollo, Baldur, Bast, Brigid, Freya, Gaia, Helios, Huitzilopochtli, Ra, Sol, Yemaya
🔮Crystals:
Amber, Calcite, Carnelian, Citrine, Clear Quartz, Copper, Diamond, Gold, Jade, Peridot, Sunstone, Tigers Eye, Yellow Topaz

The above information can be found in “The Witches Apothecary: How to make magical potions for the Wheel of the Year” Written by Lorriane Anderson, and is a book we carry frequently at our shop in person or online!

Sources cited:
- Lorriane Anderson, 2023, The Witches Apothecary: How to make magical potions for the Wheel of the Year, Rockpool Publishing, page 176-177
- Aurora Kane, “The Kitchen Witch Handbook: Wisdom, Recipes, and Potions for everyday of the year” Quarto Publishing Group, 2023, pg169-170

🌻Celebrating Midsummer:

Celebrating Litha is all about the Sun, growth, and ease of energy! Channel it in any way that brings you light, joy, and happiness.

Here are some simple ways of implementing Beltane into your practice:
🌻Smile, and light up someone's day
🌻Get outside! (Don’t forget sun protection!)
🌻Make a batch of Sun Tea, with herbs from your kitchen garden for extra charm
🌻Hang a suncatcher in a window
🌻Attract fairies to your garden by incorporating shiny objects, wind chimes, or fresh water
🌻Admire the sunset and make a wish- its sure to come true
🌻Evaluate and shine a bit more light on those intentions that may not be growing so well
🌻Gather fresh herbs to keep the plants producing and honor their efforts by placing them in a vase on your altar, drying them for later use or incorporating them into your everyday meals
🌻Garnish your food and drink with edible flowers in honor of the Fairies
🌻Walk barefoot… in the sun-warmed grass, on the beach, in your garden… and let the protective grounding energies fill you. (Please check the areas you would like to walk first for any sharp or pointy objects!)
🌻 Watch the busy bees pollinating the trees and plants, then stir a bit of honey into your tea
🌻Host a Barbecue
🌻Have a Picnic with friends and loved ones

Many more ideas can be found in The Kitchen Witches Handbook: Wisdom, Recipes, and Potions for Everyday Magic by Aurora Kane available at our shop!

Sources Cited:
- Aurora Kane, 2023, “The Kitchen Witches Handbook: Wisdom, Recipes, and Potions for Everyday Magic at Home”. Quatro Publishing Group, Pages 169-170

✨Cosmic Events Far & Wide:

This Section was Written By Jessica, aka: The Cosmic Swamp Witch, 2026

⭐️ About the June Astrology 🌟
June is the cosmic coffee break before July pops off with a shower of fireworks, so plan your upcoming moves accordingly. We start the month brimming with energy from May’s blue full moon in Sagittarius, which gives us insight into the future, allowing us to spot and remove blockages that lie ahead of us. It’s best to take advantage of this energetic boost, because at the end of the month we have some transits that could make forward motion much more logistically difficult.

This month invites us to take action, remain flexible to changes in our plans and continue pressing forward on our quests. Be sure to nurture your connections during this time, as light conversations could spark bigger insights amongst you and your community.

🌑New Moon in Gemini Themes + Ritual ♊
The new moon in Gemini is our annual invitation to achieve depth through lightness, conversing with the Divine as it manifests in all creatures on Earth.

Idle chat is not often held in high regard, but it should be. There is no better way to find your people than by making new connections-lots of them. Small talk is only small until you get to know someone, then the conversation deepens. It is impossible to reach the depths without first wading through the shallows. Give yourself a new outlook on light conversation, framing it as the gateway to true bonding that it is. Open your mind to the experiences and attitudes of others and they will do the same for you.

The ritual for this new moon is designed to open you to new connections and encourage their organic growth, free from expectation or anticipated outcomes.

Gather what you have of the following:
• Smoke, spray, or bell
• Printout or drawing of The Lovers card
• Candle holder or small plate
• Two pieces each of aquamarine and angelite
• Lemon
• Sharp knife and cutting board
• White taper candle
• Glass of water

1. Clear the energy of your space, then close your eyes and take three deep, cleansing breaths to ground yourself.
2. Place the image of The Lovers in the center of your altar area with the candle holder or small plate on top of it.
3. Make a square around the candle holder/ plate using the crystals to mark the corners as follows: aquamarine back left, angelite back right, angelite front left, and aquamarine front right.
4. Cut the lemon in half and coat the candle lightly in lemon juice. Put the candle in the candle holder or melt the bottom slightly to stick it to the plate.
5. Light the candle, then close your eyes and spend a few minutes feeling the joy of friendship in your heart. Begin by thinking about existing relationships that are easy and fulfilling. Then imagine the space in your heart that holds them is growing, opening, and waiting to offer and accept more wonderful relationships in your life.
6. Squeeze the rest of the lemon into a glass of water and drink it slowly while sitting with your candle.
7. Let the candle burn until it goes out on its own.

Sources Cited:
- Melinda Lee Holm, illustrated by Rohan Daniel Eason, 2022, Your Magickal Year: Transform your life through the seasons of the zodiac, CICO Books, page 60-61

🌕 Full Moon in Capricorn Themes + Ritual ♑
The full moon of Cancer season is in the opposite sign of Capricorn. The full moon in Capricorn is our annual opportunity to clear out any outdated beliefs or wounds that are keeping us from pursuing our goals.

The Cancer/Capricorn axis teaches us to observe and adjust how we invest our energy and what we gain from that investment. To feel deeply secure requires both emotional and material wellness, yet too often we hyper-focus on one to the detriment of the other. Your heart and your head are not enemies. They are on the same team, working to keep you safe and sound. Pay attention to any fears of lack that come up and take steps to soothe or solve them. Any energy used to shore up your sanctuary is well spent.

The ritual for this full moon is designed to gently illuminate and release limiting beliefs, and fill your heart with divine love and support.

Gather what you have of the following:
• Smoke, spray, or bell
• Small dish of water
• Printouts or drawings of The Devil and The Chariot cards
• Pen
• Black obsidian, small enough to fit in the dish of water, and rose quartz
• Two strawberries

1. Clear the energy of your space, then close your eyes and take three deep, cleansing breaths to ground yourself.
2. Place the small dish of water in the center of your altar.
3. On the back of the image of The Devil, write any belief or recurring thought that keeps you from working toward your goals. (If you have trouble thinking of something, ask yourself what your worst critic would say if you told them what you plan to accomplish.)
4. Rip the image of The Devil into small pieces and submerge them in the water, then place the black obsidian on top of them.
5. Cover the dish of water with the image of The Chariot.
6. Hold the rose quartz to your heart and spend a few moments breathing pink light in through the rose quartz and exhaling gray smoke.
7. Place a strawberry in front of the dish as a thanks to the universe and eat one to thank yourself.
8. When you are through performing the ritual, remove the obsidian from the dish and dispose of the water and paper.

Sources Cited:
- Melinda Lee Holm, illustrated by Rohan Daniel Eason, 2022, Your Magickal Year: Transform your life through the seasons of the zodiac, CICO Books, page 72-73

🔄 Mercury Retrograde + Jupiter in Leo ♌�
On June 29 we will see the first sparks of the fireworks show when Jupiter, the planet of expansion, spirituality and opportunity follows Venus into Leo, the sign of leadership and creativity, on the same day that Mercury officially stations retrograde in Cancer, also during the micro full Moon in Capricorn. That’s already a lot of movement in a short amount of time, but wait — there’s more.

This Jupiter transit fans the flames that the Neptune + Saturn conjunction in Aries sparked earlier this year. This transit also creates powerful tension from the Pluto in Aquarius opposition. This push-pull dynamic will highlight themes of the collective vs the self, forcing us to reckon with a final answer in a very visible way. Pluto being retrograde until October will have us looking backward from the earlier stages of the transit and demanding justice where the balance has fallen short.

Mercury stationing retrograde in Cancer highlights where we might be experiencing dysfunctional communication about our needs while all of this tension ramps up. Uranus in Gemini adds multiple layers of chaos to the entire mix, with could look like seemingly random additions and unexpected conversations that change the entire dynamic. This is gossipy, chatty and prone to miscommunication.

I’ve broken down the themes where you will be experiencing expansion in the Leo areas of your charts, based off your rising sign.

Be sure to check out the previous transit outlooks to see how the big picture comes together for you personally.
• Pluto in Aquarius
• Uranus in Gemini
• Neptune + Saturn in Aries

✨Important Transits✨

June 1 Mercury ➡️ Cancer
June 4 Moon ➡️ Aquarius
June 6 Moon ➡️ Pisces
🌗 Last Quarter Moon: Re-Evaluation + Sharing Findings
June 9 Moon ➡️ Aries
June 11 Moon ➡️ Ta**us
June 13 Venus ➡️ Leo
June 15 Moon ➡️ Gemini
🌑 Super New Moon: New Beginnings + Fresh Starts
June 17 Moon ➡️ Leo
🌒 Waxing Crescent Moon: Progress + Development
June 19 Moon ➡️ Virgo
Chiron ➡️ Ta**us
June 21 Summer Solstice
Sun ➡️ Cancer
Cancer Season Begins
Moon ➡️ Libra
🌓 First Quarter Moon: Growth + Decisions
June 24 Moon ➡️ Scorpio
June 26 Moon ➡️ Sagittarius
🌖 Waning Gibbous Moon: Reflecting + Winding Down
June 28 Mars ➡️ Gemini
June 29 🌕 Micro Full Moon in Capricorn
Full Moon Themes: Fulfillment, Celebrations + Accomplishments
Jupiter ➡️ Leo
Mercury Retrograde Begins

📝Note from the Section Writer:
Hi, I’m the Cosmic Swamp Witch! I’ve been studying divination and astrology since 2020. I offer tarot, astrology and osteomancy divination readings at Moon Craft Works. I also combine astrology with my background in business and marketing to support creative entrepreneurs.

Crystal Highlights:

Some Crystals you may want to try to include into your practice this month are:

🤍Moonstone:
Heavily tied to feminine energy, intuition, removing obstacles from you path, and calming the mind. Its reflective shimmer reminds us to look past the surface level and dive deeper. Connected to the Crown Chakra and Third Eye Chakra points facilitating deep spiritual insight, and connection to your higher self.

🩶Labradorite:
A highly protective and transformational stone for the mystical and spiritual, shielding you from negative energy, psychic attacks, and protecting your thoughts from negativity. Its reflective hues are enchanting as they remind us beauty is in what we are willing to pour our time and energy into, and to remember better days are ahead. Connected to the Crown, Third Eye, and Throat Chakra points, Labradorite is great for connecting to the higher realms, shielding you during spiritual workings, trusting your intuition, and ensuring you can speak your truth.

🧡Sunstone:
A stone of warmth, joy, comfort, and happiness, Sunstone is the embodiment of summer. Sunstone reminds you to keep a positive head on your shoulders, and embrace those around you with warmth and joy. Connected to the Heart, and Sacral Chakra points, Sunstone helps you facilitate and nurture healthier and warmer connections to those around you, as well as ignites passion and excitement not only in new romances, but also new ventures by creating a more optimistic mindset.

💜Alexandrite:
A rare color changing stone known to be emerald by day and ruby by night, Alexanderite is a stone of Transformation, Balancing the light with the dark, and good fortune. Alexanderite is here to remind you to remain fluid with the rapid and sometimes sudden changes in life, go with the flow, and watch what new opportunities await you. Connecting to the Crown, and Heart Chakra Points, Alexanderite can aid in helping you deepen spiritual connection, find balance within your light and dark aspects, as well as forming healthier and more stable connections with those around you.

💚Green Aventurine
A stone of growth, heart, health, and good fortune. Green Aventurine is said to emulate luck in any new endeavors, relationships, ventures, or health. Emitting vitality, connection to the self and others, and fostering a good sense of oneself. Connecting to the Heart Chakra, Green Aventurine is said to aid in facilitating better health for oneself as well as fostering more meaningful connections to those around you.

🤍Pearl:
A mineral formed over years of a clams life, the pearl represents wisdom, purity, and emotional balance. Due to their formation process, Pearls are said to represent transforming adversity into beauty, taking something working against you and letting it work for you instead. Linked to the element water, and feminine energy, Pearl is here to aid you in promoting tranquility in your life, embracing inner wisdom, and fostering spiritual growth. Connected to the Crown Chakra, and Heart Chakra points, Pearl is said to help one facilitate a deeper understanding of themselves and promote spiritual growth while also aiding in removing blockages and wounds from the heart allowing new growth and healing to begin.

♊Zodiac Specific Crystals♋:
♊Gemini(May 21st-June 21st): Chrysocolla and Chrysoprase are excellent for enhancing communication and bringing joy to Gemini's lives.
♋Cancer(June 22nd-July 22nd): Moonstone, Red Jasper, and Rose Quartz can help balance Cancer’s water energy, provide emotional grounding, and amplify their natural empathy.

🎁Birth stone(s):
🤍Moonstone, Pearl, and Alexandrite are the official birthstones for the month of June symbolizing transformation, beauty, emotional balance, and intuitive energies for the birthdays in June.

✨June’s Spell of the Month✨:

🌻Midsummer Talisman Bag🌻:
A talisman bag is a small cloth bag that you can wear or carry with you in your day to day life, filled with special things that have meaning to you. Think of it as a mini altar you can take with you wherever you go! It should be small enough to fit in your pocket but some people prefer to bind it with string or leather cord and wear it as a necklace under their shirts, closest to their hearts. Your talisman bag is something you can grasp and hold in your hand when things get stressful or when you want to ground yourself. It is there to serve as a reminder of your own personal power, and the support you have from the world and spirits around you.

You will need:
-About 1 square foot of fabric. (It can come from an old piece of clothing, or you can go to a fabric store or second hand store and find cloth in a pattern, material, or color that resonates with you!)
-A permanent marker or fabric paint.
-A dinner plate or Round lid (in other words, a large circular template to trace)
-Scissors
-Yarn or Leather Cord(about twice as long as the plate is wide)

Steps:
1. Trace the plate onto the fabric, then cut it out. If you want to decorate the fabric with a marker or fabric paint beforehand! Consider drawing a sigil, symbol, or writing a short phrase or sentence that is significant to you.

2. Draw twelve dots around the circle, as if you were marking a clock face, about an inch away from the edge. Use Scissors to cut little holes at each mark.

3. Weave the yarn or cord through the holes, under-over-under. When you reach the end, pull tight, and the bag will cinch shut.

What to put inside your talisman bag?
Consider including items that have a personal or special meaning to you- the same kinds of things you'd put on an altar but on a smaller scale. You can add things you find on your nature walks into your pouch to serve as reminders of your nonhuman friends, such as:
✨An Acorn
✨A dried Flower
✨Dried Berries
✨A small feather
✨A seedpod
✨A special pebble
✨A pretty shell
✨A pinecone
✨A coin from another country
✨A crystal
✨A small figurine
✨A photo of a loved one

You can fill your talisman bag with herbs like lavender. Marjoram, or rosemary to make it smell good. You can also talk to your talisman bag or even sing to it to foster a deeper connection. Consider sleeping with it under your pillow, hold it when you are sad, and squeeze it gently when you are laughing or feeling especially joyful.

Your talisman bag will grow to contain some of your personal power the more you carry it around, and when you're feeling like you need a confidence boost, it can lend some of your own magick back to you!

✨Coming up in the Shop:

Events:
✍️Creative Writing Workshop with Artuitive by Sam, (Ticketed Event),
Sunday June 28th, 4:30pm-6:30pm at Moon Craft Works, $25-$35 dollars, limited to 8 spots, 10yo +

Feeling like you need a creative outlet but not sure what to do? Let’s get out of the rut together! Join us at Moon Craft Works on Sunday May 3rd for a creative writing workshop hosted by Artuitive by Sam! Take pen to paper and find creative outlets to relieve your mental blockages in this prompt guided workshop.

✨New Items: Coming soon!

✨Bone Throwing Sets (Mini & Full), NOW AVAILABLE! $25-$55
✨Nyx’s Veil of Night Witch Bells, Now Available, $45
✨Apollo’s Hymn Witch Bells, RESTOCK
✨Poseidon's Depths & Amphritie’s Coasts Witch Bells, COMING SOON!
✨Return of Cernunnos Altar Bells. COMING SOON

Thank you for joining us on our latest issue of the Moon Craft Works Public Grimoire! We hope you have enjoyed this read and will utilize any information that resonated with you into your mindful practice in this month ahead!

Please stay tuned for our next chapter, Coming at the end of June!

Safe practicing, and Blessed June!!✨💕🌙

Blessed be,
StellaLuna ✨🌙
Mooncraftworks.com

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