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  • Mystic South in Atlanta: We will be there!

      Join us in Atlanta in July, as we attend and vend at Mystic South. It is a chance to experience the mystical South in all its many amazing forms!  Members of the staff will be at our booth, providing items with the theme of Southern magic and rootwork.  Store manager Lisa Wagoner will be…

  • We love workshops and classes!

          We enjoy hosting workshops here at Asheville Raven & Crone, and we hope you enjoy attending them! In the coming months, we have several exciting ones scheduled, including some on crystals, herbs, manifesting, and more. We’ve hosted two on art journaling, which has been very well attended. In addition to workshops and…

  • What is an “old age” metaphysical store, exactly?

    Blessed Be! I joined Asheville Raven & Crone back in December, and have so enjoyed getting to know you, our customers!  Whether one visit or regulars, people come into the store for many reasons. I know for myself, it was out of curiosity.  As soon as I stepped over the threshold,  I knew this was…

  • Witch Bottle 101

    Most of us wish we could be as Badass as Byron Ballard, who can deflect bad juju with the flick of her little finger without breaking a sweat. That kind of super power comes from years of practice and dedication to her craft. Us newbies however, need a little extra help warding off the mucky…

  • Smudging or Cleansing by Smoke.

    The act of smudging, cleansing by smoke,  is done with a cleansing bundle  (herbs tied in bundles) or a ceramic bowl or abalone shell with herbs directly lit or burned on a charcoal tablet. When using charcoal tablets fill the bowl or shell with sand or stones to prevent overheating the container. The smoke is…

  • Using Magick Oils

    Often magic oils are used to anoint tools for a magical working or ritual–for instance, candles, amulets, or even your own hands. But you can use magical oils in other ways. They are always a good substitute when you can’t or don’t want to use incense. You can consider them to be petitionary, as incense…

  • Oct. 30th – Ancestor Vigil

    In the Season of Our Beloved Dead, Asheville Raven & Crone opens its store Altar to the public for our Annual Samhain Ancestor Altar. Everyone in the community is invited to add your Beloved Dead to our altar. Name Holders and Lights are available for your use. At high noon on October 30th we will…

  • Oct. 15th – Tarot Student’s Psychic Faire

    Susan Hansen’s Tarot students will be reading cards for 4 hours today. If you buy more than $50 at the shoppe you will receive a free reading. If you would just like a reading, you can buy a reading ticket for $10. each. Come join the fun! Full moon in Aries always promises powerful positive…

  • Oct. 16th – Creating Prayer Cards

    Create Your Own Prayer Cards – prayer cards are a wonderful tool to use year round when things get tough. Creating them is also a great way to connect deeper into your spirituality. Supplies will be provided and cost of class is $10. Date: Sunday, October 16th 3pm – 4pm Location: Asheville Raven & Crone…

  • Oct. 16th – The Welcoming Circle

    Have you found yourself drawn to Asheville Raven & Crone without quite knowing why? Exploring your spirituality as a lone practitioner, wondering where your path will lead you? Would you like to meet others who are on their own path, or on one similar to yours? Do you have questions but not quite sure where…