Grandmother Ponderosa Extract
Many plants seem to represent an archetype or personality to me, which is often a reflection of their usage in folk medicine or even...
Olga Valeska: An Authentically Folkloric Life
All photos © Olga Valeska
Authenticity is such an important quality in a truly cozy, hygge life. And in this digital age of constant communication...
Tips on Creating A Painting Using Acrylic or Watercolor Paints
Set up a comfortable and peaceful area to begin your art. This may include lighting a candle or incense and playing your favorite music...
Gold Fairy Glow
“What difference is there between a glass of absinthe and a sunset?”
—Oscar Wilde
I call this DIY green-gold herbal libation the Gold Fairy in homage...
Homemade Trap
Enchanted Living: Can you tell us when and why you began making embroidered insects and fungi?
Emily Yeadon: My work is heavily influenced by a...
Black Light Soirée
An idea for a fun celestial party you can throw for your more moony, starry friends is a black light soiree—where guests adorn themselves with...
How To Make Your Own Tomte
Charles Vess’s story introduces us to the character of the Tomten, or Tomte. In Scandinavian folklore, the Tomte was a gnome-like character with a...
Paper Moon Tutorial
For our celestial cover shoot, we tapped Baltimore artist Nichole Leavy to create a full-scale paper moon for the shoot in photo editor Steve...
Mermaid Bra Tutorial
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE PARKE
SUPPLIES
Plain blue bra
Gem-Tac or another nontoxic glue that dries clear Skewer for spreading glue
Glue gun
Glue sticks
Needle and thread
Fine blue glitter
(matching...
Winter Faerie Beauty
Cloak your heavenly body in rich moisture and deep hydration, while infusing your entire being with vital nutrients. Ancient beauty secrets are unlocked inside...