A bony rune set refers to a collection of runes that are made out of bones. These runes are typically engraved or inscribed on bone material, such as animal bones or even human bones in some cases. The use of bones as a medium for runes can add a unique and intriguing element to the practice of using runes for divination or magical purposes. The bony rune set can be comprised of various types of bones, each with their own symbolism and energy. For example, using bones from different animals can represent different qualities or attributes associated with those animals. Additionally, some people may choose to incorporate human bones into their bony rune set, believing that this can enhance the power and accuracy of their divination practices.
Additionally, some people may choose to incorporate human bones into their bony rune set, believing that this can enhance the power and accuracy of their divination practices. The process of creating a bony rune set typically involves engraving or inscribing the runic symbols onto the bones. This can be done using various techniques, such as carving, burning, or even painting the symbols onto the bone surface.
7 Witchy Shops In Denver
When it comes to witches and witchcraft, many of us think of the Salem witch trials, the movie Hocus Pocus and the evil queen in Snow White. Witches are associated with Halloween and the dark side, but in reality, most witches use their practices and spirituality for good, not bad.
In our modern culture, practicing witchcraft can mean many things: tarot, palmistry, meditation, art, astrology, holistic medicine, making potions, crystal healing, and more. The ultimate meaning is about employing plants, herbs, rocks, and other elements to shift energy to manifest change.
I’ve rounded up seven beautiful shops in the Denver area that celebrate witchcraft, whether wholly or partially. There are a few other shops in the city that I’m not listing; this list speaks to me authentically. If you’re interested in the occult or just pretty things, you should check out these shops:
Arcana Herbal (CLOSED)
Photo by Arcana Herbal2836 W. 44th Ave., Denver
A cute little space in the Sunnyside neighborhood houses an occult apothecary run by three women. Open four days a week, making it an even more sought out place to check it out, it is full of handmade goods produced by the shop owners. Here you can find beautiful candles made with essential oils, herbs, and flowers — and bath salts like the Black Moon Lilith made with charcoal, rose, and cypress. In addition, it has soaps, smelling salts, herbal teas, and more. Often the shop holds events like its ‘Tarot and Tinsel,‘ which is a day of tarot readings and getting tinsel put in your hair. Check out their Instagram to stay updated on events and new products.
Alchemy Ritual Goods
Photo by Alchemy Ritual Goods2536 Champa St., Denver
In an unassuming residential spot on Champa, a few blocks from the RiNo district, Alchemy Ritual Goods is the cozy little magic shop of dreams. Alchemy means transforming essential metals like lead into gold, so essentially it’s magic. The goods and services offered here are meant to make you a more enchanted, whole being. Here, you can find tarot decks, crystals, incense, candles, books, homemade herbal kits, and more. On top of that, it has a weekly schedule of readings (walk-in or call) ranging from tarot to ancestral medicine to spiritual readings — and even hand poke tattoos on Fridays.
The Terrorium Shop
Photo by Bridget Douglas4416 Yates St. (formerly 3611 W. 49th Ave.), Denver
Denver is home to many plant shops, some more unique than others. A few blocks the Regis University and around the bin from the popular Noshery bakery and cafe — is The Terrorium Shop. The owners are a husband and wife duo who have blended their gardening and taxidermy hobbies into a business. Terroriums are glass bowls filled with sand or soil, succulents, plants, and other objects. Here, the majority of them have a tiny skull inside them from animals like foxes, raccoons, and more. You can also find floral arrangements, individual plants — and ‘preserved mini worlds’ with things like bones and preserved beetles and butterflies. If you’re into this stuff, it also offers several terrorium and taxidermy classes.
Ritualcravt
Photo by Ritualcravt7700 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge
Ritualcravt is THE witch shop in Denver. All the shops I’m listing have some elements relating to the occult — but this place is ALL about witchcraft. Once in a small space in Denver, it has now moved to a bigger space full of all the metaphysical goods you could ever need. It has books, tarot cards, incense, crystals, candles, oils, soaps, and all kinds of oddities. Everything is very well curated, meaning it is majority handmade and ethically sourced. In addition, it hosts events several times a week relating to different aspects of witchcraft, such as moon rituals, ancestral healing, working with herbs, and more.
Spirit Ways
Photo by SpiritWays Metaphysical Shop3301 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
In the heart of East Colfax, near the Bluebird Theater and several bars and restaurants, is a charming, bright, mystical shop — Spirit Ways. You can’t miss this spot with its colorful decorations in the windows. It’s chock full of stones and crystals, incense, candles, oils, books, and tarot cards. In addition, it has jewelry, clothing, accessories, journals, cards, pottery, archangel, and goddess figurines. It’s a fun place to walk around and gawk at all the pretty stuff. Tarot readings are offered almost daily as well as other services such as reiki and guided shamanic meditation.
Apothecary Tinctura
Photo by Apothecary Tinctura2900 E. 6th Ave., Denver
If you’re an aspiring herbalist, whether for health or witchy potion-making — Apothecary Tinctura is the place. This herbal shop has been around for over 20 years as both a shop and clinic, helping clients heal their ailments through a holistic approach. Here, you can find bulk herbs from A to Z as well as tons of herbal tinctures. In addition, handmade essential oils, herbal extracts — and a section full of healthy chocolate bars and tarot cards. It holds workshops weekly about different topics around health and spirituality. Be a healthy witch, folks.
Rosehouse Botanicals (CLOSED)
Photo by Rosehouse14 S. Broadway, Denver
One of the first shops I ever stepped foot in in Denver is Rosehouse Botanicals, and it’s still one of my favorites. In the heart of South Broadway/Baker, surrounded by thrift stores and bars, is this gorgeous little shop. The colorful exterior and the plants in the window draw you in, and inside, it’s full of beautiful plants and a magical witchy vibe. It is an apothecary and botanical shop with a large selection of home and garden plants ranging from succulents to orchids to medicinal plants. In addition, it offers handmade teas, green beauty products, terrariums, and other goods. It hosts many events, and the owners even have a plant podcast called Up the Plants. It has a resident black cat as well.
Ritualcravt is THE witch shop in Denver. All the shops I’m listing have some elements relating to the occult — but this place is ALL about witchcraft. Once in a small space in Denver, it has now moved to a bigger space full of all the metaphysical goods you could ever need. It has books, tarot cards, incense, crystals, candles, oils, soaps, and all kinds of oddities. Everything is very well curated, meaning it is majority handmade and ethically sourced. In addition, it hosts events several times a week relating to different aspects of witchcraft, such as moon rituals, ancestral healing, working with herbs, and more.
Each rune is carefully crafted, and the final result is a set of unique and individualized bone runes. When using a bony rune set for divination or magical purposes, the practitioner will typically select a certain number of runes from the set and cast them onto a surface. The way in which the runes fall and interact with each other can provide insights and guidance into the question or situation at hand. The practitioner will then interpret the meaning of the runes based on their position and relationships with each other. The use of a bony rune set can add an element of mysticism and ancient wisdom to the practice of rune divination. The bones themselves carry the energy and history of the creatures they came from, adding a connection to the natural world and the cycles of life and death. For those who resonate with the power of bones and the symbolism of death and rebirth, a bony rune set can be a powerful tool for exploration and guidance..
Reviews for "Bony Runes and Emotional Healing: A Path to Inner Wellness"
- Jane Doe - 1 out of 5 stars - I was really excited to try out the Bony rune set, but I was sorely disappointed. The quality of the runes was extremely poor, with some of them even chipping and cracking after just a few uses. Additionally, the designs on the runes were poorly printed and started to fade after a short period of time. Overall, I felt that the Bony rune set was a complete waste of money and would not recommend it to anyone.
- John Smith - 2 out of 5 stars - As a practitioner of divination, I was intrigued by the Bony rune set and decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, I found the quality of the runes to be subpar. The pieces felt flimsy and lacked the weight and durability that I look for in a rune set. Additionally, the symbols on the runes were not as clear and distinct as I had hoped, making it difficult to interpret their messages. While the Bony rune set may be a good option for beginners or those on a budget, I would personally invest in a higher quality set.
- Sarah Thompson - 1 out of 5 stars - The Bony rune set did not meet my expectations at all. Not only were the runes themselves of poor quality, but the storage bag they came in also fell apart after just a couple of weeks. The symbols on the runes were unclear and difficult to make out, making it nearly impossible to use them for divination purposes. I would not recommend the Bony rune set to anyone serious about working with runes, as it is simply not up to par. Save your money and invest in a better quality set.