Steeped in ancient wisdom, magic and folktales, this illustrated
scrapbook of Slavic lore offers natural remedies, beauty and cleaning
products, healing recipes and wellbeing rituals that will appeal to
modern witches and natural healing fans.
This book is infused with the Slavic wisdom and folk healing passed on
to Zuza Zak by her two Polish grandmothers. It's a beautifully
illustrated treasure trove of the old ways of Eastern Europe, full of
little rituals and remedies to make your life gentler, sweeter and more
joyful, and it's a precious object in its own right - your own notebook
of practical wisdom. Season by season, the book gently guides you to a
more natural Earth-focused rhythm, creating the right atmosphere for
your body and mimd to thrive. Discover:
- Natural remedies for physical and mental wellbeing, such as
Broad-leaved Plantain for Cuts and Grazes, and a Chamomile Bath for
Relaxation and Optimism;
- Beauty products, such as an Oat Bundle Skin Cleanser for Gentle
Exfoliation or a Lilac Body Oil for Improving Your Skin and Your
Intuition;
- Rituals to honour the passing year, such as creating a Sage
Cleaning Spray for Ritual Spring Cleaning or weaving Wildflower
Wreaths for a Midsummer Celebration of Freedom;
- Nutritious recipes such as Elderflower Cake for Immunity and the
Sheer Joy of it, or Wild Summer Pierogi for a Joyful Afternoon of
Dumpling Making and Great All-round Health;
- Craft activities, such as painting eggs and dying clothes, to
boost creativity, mindfulness and access to the flow state
- Folktales and mythology to connect to nature and ancient
symbolism.
