Types of Witch Cats Witch cats, often associated with magic and witchcraft, come in different forms and types. These feline companions are often believed to possess supernatural powers and have been worshiped and feared throughout history. Here are some types of witch cats commonly found in folklore and mythology. 1. Familiar Cats: Familiar cats are the most well-known type of witch cat. They are believed to be spirits or demons in feline form that assist witches in their magical practices.
Here my 2 brim pieces have been cut and one only of the top, plus one rim and one top of the fancy printed pellon. I had picked this up at a printer's show many years ago. They were giving out samples to show they could print on other things besides paper. Pellon is a common material, it's a bonded synthetic non woven material and it has no right and wrong side and no nap.
Pellon Peltex One-sided fusible stabilizer DENIYA Synthetic I Tip Keratin Fusion Hair Extensions Various Color 5G Strand 50 Strands Pack Keratin Tip Stick Hair Extensions I-Tip 45cm. To the marks showing the circumference of my head, I have added an inch to allow for the thickness of the material plus one half inch at both ends for seam allowances.
They are believed to be spirits or demons in feline form that assist witches in their magical practices. Familiar cats are said to share a deep bond with their supernatural owners, sometimes even communicating through telepathy. They are believed to provide protection, guidance, and enhanced magical abilities to witches.
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Polly Singer Couture Hats Polly Singer Couture HatsWhen we think of Halloween, images of pumpkins and black hats abound. The most iconic millinery item associated with Halloween is of course, the witches hat. Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West is obviously the most famous witch of all time. What are the origins of this hat?
The sterotypical images of a witch is that of an ugly, old hag wearing a tall, black, pointed hat with a broad rim. There are different theories as to the origin of this stereotype, none of them certain. Most likely, the hat is a fairly modern artist’s creation. In medieval woodcuts, witches are shown wearing various costumes of the times, including headscarves and hats of different fashions. Many are shown bareheaded, with locks flying in the wind.
It is possible that the witch’s hat is an exaggeration of the tall, conical “dunce’s hat” that was popular in the royal courts of the 15th century or the tall but blunt-topped hats worn by Puritans and the Welsh. No matter what the fashion, pointed hats were frowned upon by the Church, which associated points with the horns of the devil.
Brimless, conical hats have long been associated with male wizards and magicians. Goya painted witches with such hats. It is possible that an artist, somewhere along the way, added a brim to make the hats more appropriate for women. One theory holds that the steotypical witch’s hat came into being in Victorian times or around the turn of the century, in illustrations of children’s fairy tales. The tall, black, conical hat and the ugly crone became readily identifiable symbols of wickedness, to be feared by children.
Witches in the Air is a famous painting that shows the conical witches hats. It is eerie! These witches wear pointed hats but are unusual in most other ways. They fly but need no broomsticks, they are young and, most importantly, they are male. I don’t know where the idea of witching being a purely female pursuit came from, it is by now the common idea, but it was not accepted in Goya’s time that only girls could grow to be witches.
In the painting a few witches have flown down and have scooped a man away from his friends. One survivor is making a run for it with a sheet over his head. He has his thumbs stuck out between the index and second fingers of each hand. This gesture is called the figa and it is to ward away evil.
This painting is not only scary because it features different kinds of witches from those we are used to. It seems the victim has been picked-on at random. The picture feels like a snapshot of a crime-in-progress. The witnesses and the inclusion of a commonplace donkey make it seem like a rural scene that has gone suddenly wrong. The witches are not frail wispy things cackling in the shadows. They are painted brightly. They are healthy and in great shape. The have lifted their victim into the air, as he kicks and screams.
O.K., let’s change the tone here. We don’t want to get too scared. I’ll end with this sweet image.
2. Black Cats: Black cats are often associated with witchcraft and superstition. They have long been considered good luck or bad luck symbols depending on the culture. In many ancient civilizations, black cats were revered due to their association with the moon and the night. However, during the Middle Ages, they became seen as a sign of malevolence and were believed to be witches in disguise. 3. Selkies: Selkies are magical shapeshifting creatures from Celtic folklore. They are said to be able to transform from seals into humans and occasionally into cats. These cat form selkies are believed to be witches in disguise, using their feline form to navigate the spirit world and perform magical tasks. 4. Manx Cats: Manx cats are a unique breed known for their lack of a tail. In Celtic mythology, these cats were believed to be connected to witchcraft. It was thought that witches used their tails as a magical tool, and when they transformed into cats, their tails disappeared. Thus, Manx cats became associated with enchantment and witchcraft. 5. Wampus Cats: Wampus cats are mythical creatures from Appalachian folklore. They are described as large feline-like creatures with glowing eyes and the ability to walk upright. Wampus cats possess various magical abilities and are often associated with witches. In some legends, witches are said to shapeshift into Wampus cats. 6. Bakeneko: Bakeneko is a mythical creature from Japanese folklore. It is a cat that has acquired supernatural powers after living for a long time or growing very old. Bakeneko possesses shape-shifting abilities, speaking in human language, and even cursing or possessing humans. They are often depicted as vengeful companions of witches or manifestations of witches themselves. In conclusion, witch cats come in various forms and have different roles in folklore and mythology. From familiar spirits to legendary creatures, these feline companions have captured our imaginations and continue to be an intriguing part of our magical traditions..
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