Coventry Creations Articles

There are times when we need to lace our boots up, walk away from toxic people, and end destructive relationships.  You know who they are: narcissists, bullies, manipulators; those that keep you around just to keep you down.  The psychic vampires that latch onto the most giving and then drain until there is nothing left. There are times when we need to lace our boots up, walk away from toxic people, and end destructive relationships.   This spell was crafted to help you do just that.  The following combination of Coventry products adds a little magic to put some pep in your step and banish the unworthy from your life.   1 - Energy and Will Blessed Herbal Candle 1 - Makin’ Tracks Wicked Witch Mojo Candle 1 - Bitch Be Gone Wicked Witch Mojo Oil Personal items of the person you are shaking loose A Mason Jar 1 - Limited...

Unlike others, Hekate, the Queen of the Witches, stands at three way crossroads (as opposed to four) and protects those at the threshold of change.  Beautiful and powerful, Hecate was the only Titan allowed to keep her power and Zeus himself shared the ability to give mortals anything they wished.  She retained the right to refuse outright, which is probably one of the reasons she was referred to as a bitch.  Sure, she was also represented as a three headed hound, but really?   Over the years her reputation was tarnished and she went from a creature of unimaginable power, glowing, and having desirable features to an old hag stirring a cauldron.  The maiden and the mother stripped from her and her triple nature was washed away.  Robbed of her rightful place, she slipped in obscurity, overshadowed by the Olympian gods that had become the trendy alternatives.  In an attempt to...

It’s time to put your shoulder to the wheel.  Knuckle down. Bust it out.  Achieve your dreams.  You know you’ve got this, but sometimes some extra magic moves things along a little faster.  The Motor City Grit combination packs a wallop when it’s time to get down and dirty.  Use the Wicked Good Road Opener Room Spray to destroy obstacles and clear your path.  Dig deep and discover a renewed sense of strength with the earthy Stability Blessed Herbal Candle.  Grease the wheels with Motor City Hoodoo High John Oil by adding a touch of the trickster’s luck and wily tenacity.  Keep your goal in sight with the Crown of Glory Motor City Hoo Doo candle to insure victory.   1 - Wicked Good Road Opener Room Spray 1 - Stability Blessed Herbal Candle 1 - Motor City Hoodoo High John Oil 1 - Motor City Hoo Doo Crown of Glory...

House lagging on the market with hardly a reasonable offer in sight?  Want to get the most from your investment?  The Real Estate SOLD! Spell Box was designed to solve all your real estate worries with speed.  With a fickle market everyone could use a little boost to their listing and there is nothing wrong with sending a little energy your agent’s way.   Also included is a spell crafted by our resident enchantress, Jacki Smith.  Get your limited edition spell box today.   Join the Witches Union and Share Your Magic Create your own spell pairings and add a little magic of your own!  Post pictures on our Facebook page of your combination of Coventry Creations products that you use to bring in quick cash, ditch old patterns, and change your financial luck.   We’ll select the best of the best and award that lucky witch with a $50 Coventry Creations gift...

Got your attention, didn’t I?  Truly though, when standing at the threshold between a previous way of thinking, state of being or making big changes the crossroads is the place to be.  Jacki, our founder and favorite witch, feels that the most powerful personal magic is when you are at the crossroads.  That is why she created this limited edition candle to tap into your own deeper magic.  In addition, in celebration of the Month of Jacki receive 15% off autographed copies of Jacki’s book, Coventry Magic.   This $25.00 Limited Edition Blessed Herbal Crossroads candle comes with a ritually charged skeleton key.  Also included are instructions to create your own ritual to unlock your crossroads magic.      Remember the Crossroads candle is only available in August!   Use coupon code AUG16 for 15% off autographed copies of Coventry Magic, by Jacki Smith in August   The places in between.  Neither...

The search for the meaning of life - it’s ingrained in most of us.  And wouldn’t we love a handbook to guide us through the murky waters?  DIY Akashic Wisdom by Jacki Smith and Patty Shaw, offers just that; a guide to understanding your life and it’s lessons.  The Akashic Records, or “The Book of Life,” is a dimension of consciousness that contains a vibrational record of every soul and its journey, and Akashic anarchist sisters Patty Shaw and Jacki Smith are going to show you how to tap into that dimension!   The Akashic Records are the collective cosmic mind, which can sound a bit daunting but Jacki and Patty’s methods are approachable, practical, and healing.  Their philosophy is that everyone can easily step into their Akashic Records.     Journey into your own Akashic records where you can access all information about who you are today, your past lives,...

No one wants to live paycheck to paycheck, fret about putting the kids through college, or what a fixed income in retirement will do to their standard of living.  The following combination of Coventry products adds a little magic to financial planning success.     Draw on the energy of the universe and pull in abundance from every source with the Blessed Herbal Attraction Oil.  This mesmerizing blend of patchouli and lavender can be used to anoint money, a wallet, or yourself to manifest your desire for financial security.   The Blessed Herbal Stability (Earth) Candle is the perfect compliment to reinforce long term results.  Burn it to level out the ups and downs of everything from stock portfolios to commission rates.  Also an excellent choice to add consistency to employment or a steadily increasing income.  Make a commitment to your future and build a steady foundation for your dreams.  ...

Contained in the fabric of your body, mind and emotions are the keys to happiness and they are accessible to us all.  The Healer’s Almanac by Patty Shaw, teaches us how to access our own wisdom and become the principle healer in our lives.  More than just a reference book, the Healer’s Almanac is a guide as you journey through a year of healing. Offering meditations, inspiration and humor it will bring you closer to achieving the physical and emotional well being you have longed for.   This month at Coventry we are celebrating Patty’s birthday with a focus on healing.  In addition, Patty has offered to autograph copies of the Healer’s Almanac at a 15% discount.     Use coupon code BOOKHA1516 for 15% off an autographed copy of the Healer’s Almanac in July   Patty Shaw is the co-owner of the Candle Wick Shoppe and Coventry Creations with her...

We are celebrating the birthday of our co-founder and resident healer, Patty Shaw, this month with a flurry of promotions for you!  Patty chose one of her favorite lines to offer as one of our July specials, the Blessed Herbal Oils.  Modeled after our classic Blessed Herbal candles, these oils pack a wallop for quick and powerful results.   Use coupon code BHO1516 for 15% off all Blessed Herbal Oils in July   We are also formally introducing our newest product line, the Wicked Good Energetic Oils.  Offering 17 different scents that allow you to craft your own magical blends, these 2 dram (7 ml) come with a short excerpt from Jacki Smith’s Coventry Magic to help guide you through their uses.     Use coupon code WGD1516 for 15% off all Wicked Good Energetic Oils in July   Patty is the author of Healer’s Almanac and co-authored DIY Akashic Wisdom...

In June, our focus is evaluating past mistakes and clearing out negative patterns.  The Truth and Justice Blessed Herbal Candle helps discern the difference between good and evil, and more deeply, the difference between illusion and reality.  Turning a keen eye on one’s self allows us to see where we went wrong and allows chaos with peace and harmony.   The Truth and Justice Blessed Herbal Candle isa brilliant blue and invokes the scent of temple quality incense.  A blend of frankincense, myrrh, and sandalwood this little beauty is designed to awaken a higher consciousness, elevate awareness, and raise energetic vibrations to expand wisdom while providing a grounded base from which to work from.   Use coupon code BHC1516 for 15% off Blessed Herbal Candles in June   Coventry Creations has taken the guesswork out of selecting the right candle by putting together the perfect combination of oils, colors, and then...

Sharp tongues, a lack of patience, stress, and strain can tear at the edges of even the most tranquil abode.  The Happy Home Blessed Herbal Candle returns peace and tranquility, leveling out the bumps along the way.  A brick red candle infuses the home with warm rose and myrrh oils while returning sanctuary to your space.  Promote the healing of old wounds and set the stage for future happiness to calm a stormy household with a happy home.   Coventry Creations has taken the guesswork out of selecting the right candle by putting together the perfect combination of oils, colors, and then crafting them with a purpose.  For over twenty years, the Blessed Herbal Candles have been hand poured when the moon is right, in a sacred space and with added blessings.  The 17 unique blends are our top selling products and have brought magic into the lives of many people....

Most people get in their own way on occasion and self sabotage can plague the mind and twist the soul into knots.  Substance abuse, procrastination, overeating, and listening a little too closely to an internal negative soundtrack are all behaviors that get in the way of accomplishing life goals.  Use this spell jar to stop being your own worst enemy and allow yourself to accomplish your vital work in this world.     Heal the deeper wounds to the psyche with the Healing Blessed Herbal Candle.  Love yourself and become in tune with your perfect place in the universe with the Attraction/Love Candle.  Shed negative habits with the Problem Solving Candle.   Moving On - A Witches Union Local no. 13 Spell Jar   Caution: This jar spell requires special care.  Do not leave candles unattended.  Please read the following instructions carefully.   Supplies   Quart size Mason jar 2-3 cups...

Bring a little sunshine into your life this solstice and dance in the daylight on the longest day of the year.  Celebrate everything bright and cheery this Midsummer’s Eve and burn the Happiness Blessed Herbal Candle.  This joyous yellow colored candle carries a vanilla and patchouli musk scent.  This combination holds the vibration of loving thoughts, brings confidence to the spirit and lifts depressed or despondent feelings.  Reinforce a connection to the body, the force of creation, and manifest the resources to generate fertility in all areas. Use coupon code BHC1516 for 15% off all Blessed Herbal Candles in June   Coventry Creations has taken the guesswork out of selecting the right candle by putting together the perfect combination of oils, colors, and then crafting them with a purpose.  For over twenty years, the Blessed Herbal Candles have been hand poured when the moon is right, in a sacred space and...

Past traumas, old beliefs, negative patterns, and self sabotage add up to spiritual limitations that shackle the soul.  With stunted growth, stagnation sets in and it can stop even the most stalwart. Shed unwanted weight and set your spirit free with this cleansing ritual from the Witches Union Local No. 13 using Aunt Jacki’s quick fix herbal bath and the Spiritual Cleansing Blessed Herbal Candle.   Ingredients: Peppermint tea Black tea Milk Salt Healing Blessed Herbal Oil Spiritual Cleansing Blessed Herbal Candle Towel (preferably white)   First, set aside some time for self care.  Twenty minutes will do it, but it’s best not to have to rush. Gather your ingredients and fill the bathtub with warm water.  If you don’t have a lovely clawfoot, don’t lament, a bucket full of water and a shower will do just fine.  Add the peppermint, black tea, milk and salt.     Vigorously move your...

Pull in quick cash.  Attract the love of your life.  Heal body, mind, and spirit.  Move into the flow of universal abundance.  All these desires are more attainable than you may believe and we have the magic to make it happen.   For over twenty years, the Blessed Herbal Candles have been hand poured when the moon is right, in a sacred space, and with added blessings.  Coventry Creations has taken the guesswork out of selecting the right candle by putting together the perfect combination of oils, colors, and then crafting them with a purpose. The 17 unique blends are our top selling products and have brought magic into the lives of many people.     Use coupon code BHC1516 for 15% off Blessed Herbal Candles in June Shake Trouble Loose - Witches Union Hot Foot Spell Box   The Hot Foot Spell Box is a last, not a first resort....

Losing money can leave a sickening pit your stomach.  Whether you are the victim of a crime, lent money to the wrong person, or made some unwise investments our Motor City Hoo Doo Recovering Lost Money Candle can help you bring home the bacon.  Putting trust into the world and having it thrown back at you can be painful, but it’s time to strengthen your will and call the cash back to you.   The Motor City Hoo Doo Recovering Lost Money Candle has a sweet citrus scent and a spicy pumpkin color. The recipe was crafted by our resident enchantress, Jacki Smith, to return what belongs to you.      When you need what was taken, remember, we have a candle for that and a simple spell to help you through.  Write your name, the amount of money, and how you lost it on a piece of paper. While chanting...

Use coupon code HDC1516 for 15% off all Motor City Hoo Doo Candles and Oils in May   Get in touch with your “roots” with our Motor City Hoo DooCandles and Oils.   This is the perfect time to expand your spheres of influence with this powerful line of Coventry Creations’Candles and Oils.   Protect Your Investments - The Witches Union Mojo Bag   Some things require an investment of money, time, or resources but all of them require energy.  Keeping what you already have is always good practice.  Protect what you have with this Witches Union Local Protecting Investments Mojo Bag.   Ingredients   Motor City Hoo Doo Fiery Wall of Protection Candle Red, preferably flannel cloth, black thread, and a needle OR A bag large enough to hold the following items Three pennies Clear quartz crystal Jet (black amber) Wicked Good Easy St. -  Money Draw Room Spray    ...

In our Casting the Dice article this month we crafted the Witches Union Local Gamblers’ Luck Mojo Bag.  Rootworkers feed their mojo bags to reinforce the magic and refresh it with new energy.  To keep your mojo moving, periodically anoint your bag with Motor City Hoo Doo High John Oil and whisper your desires for continued luck in wealth.  Connect your spirit to the work by breathing life into it again.     Hoodoo is a very practical and root based magic that digs deep into your core. The results are fast, profound, and healing.  Conjure is folk magic for the folks; adaptable and wild.  Deeply empowered by the forces of nature and the support of ancestors, hoodoo can be used to clear obstacles, and draw in wealth.  Candles, oils, herbs, stones, charms, and talismans play a large part and this month’s blogs will explore some of the options in this...

Sometimes life requires risk.  You may be playing the slots, the stock market, or looking for a new job but in any case a little luck doesn’t hurt the gambler in all of us.  Call it hoodoo, rootwork, or conjure this practice often involves mojo bags and our Witches Union Local whipped up this bag to make the cards run in your favor.  Remember, if there is no risk there is no reward but no one said you couldn’t stack the deck in your favor.      Ingredients   Motor City Hoo Doo Money Draw Candle Motor City Hoo Doo Black Cat Candle Well worn clothes of the person in need of cash, green thread, and a needle OR A green bag large enough to hold the following items $2 bill or an Indian head penny Pair of dice St. Joseph medal for steady work and prosperity or St. Joseph’s beans,...

Most people don’t realize it but they are using aspects of hoodoo in their everyday magic.  When you get down to it most magical systems share some common elements.  We are not claiming every path shares all of these but it’s not hard to connect the dots.   Top Ten Common Elements Shared By Magical Systems   Interaction with ancestors Candle magic Oils Herbs Written spell work Stones and their energy Universal symbols and talismans Use of altars Elementals or nature spirits Altering the world through the magic manifestation of will Use coupon code HDC1516 for 15% off all Motor City Hoo Doo Candles and Oils in May.   Get in touch with your “roots” with our Motor City Hoo DooCandles and Oils.   This is the perfect time to expand your spheres of influence with this powerful line of Coventry Creations’Candles and Oils.   Join the Witches Union and Share Your...