Pre-dawn on the way to feed the animals, the August air was cooler than normal with some humidity. The black cat followed behind, and an owl called three times in the distant forest. The pumpkin plant seemed to grow over … Continue reading Witch Life in Autumn: Growing Pumpkins
It’s no secret that RenFaire fans tend to be lovers of literature. Stories, whether told onscreen, in graphic novel or comic, through written word, or whispered around a campfire have captivated humans since we first learned to communicate. Tales of … Continue reading Meet Chelsea McGuire: Elf, Teacher, and Author
Welcome to the Pick’s Pocket, where the spirits are high, but the stakes are higher. In the depths of the Sedrian swamp, Pickett, the accidental swamp witch, spins tales to keep her ramshackle bar afloat. Only her loyal sidekick, Edie, … Continue reading Novel Excerpt: Beer for My Corpses by C.M. McGuire
“October, baptize me with leaves! Swaddle me in corduroy and nurse me with split pea soup. October, tuck tiny candy bars in my pockets and carve my smile into a thousand pumpkins. O autumn! O teakettle! O grace!”― Rainbow Rowell , Attachments … Continue reading A Note From the Editor: Delicious Autumn!
In 2003, wandering the shelves of my local library, my fingers brushed the spine of a novel, Outlander. Its title and cover art intrigued; I was new to the world of the Renaissance faire and only beginning to discover what … Continue reading “Blood of My Blood”: Characters, Kilts, and Legacies
“Under the microscope, the little becomes larger.To enlarge your life, treasure the little things of life.” -Martin Uzochukwu Ugwu As we began to put this issue together, the team floated ideas: Meditation. Dancing with friends. Good food. Gorgeous textiles. Tiny … Continue reading A Note from the Editor: What do you Cherish?
Friends. Books. Memories. Photographs. Time. Sunlight. Freedom. Each other. What do they have in common? They’re treasures, and the themes of a lot of really great music. As summer winds down, we begin to look ahead to autumn. The days … Continue reading Playlists: Musical Treasures
“Music is a treasure and a love and a delight. It clears people’s souls and lifts them high.” ― David Rodigan From the walkway in front of her patron’s shop, Lady Victoria entertains passersby with bright and energetic music from an … Continue reading Lady Victoria Shines With Every Note
In the 50+ year history of Renaissance festivals, trinket trading is a relatively new phenomenon. As the concept is embraced by new people without an understanding of its origins the practice is at risk; many shows have, with valid reasons, … Continue reading Trinket Trading: Trash or Treasure?
So often, when we think of woven textiles, we imagine chunky autumnal knits, cozy and warm sweaters in shades of olive green and ember. But Alexandra Jean Auger creates differently. Her festive summery tapestries, with their creative shapes and bright … Continue reading Dream Weaver: Threads of Inspiration from Textile Artist Alexandra Jean Auger
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