A Beginner's Guide to Making Coiled Crochet Witch Hats

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A coiled crochet witch hat is a fun and unique accessory that can elevate your Halloween costume or add an extra touch of whimsy to your everyday style. Unlike traditional witch hats, which are typically made from stiff materials like felt, a coiled crochet witch hat is made using a crochet hook and yarn. The main idea here is the uniqueness and fun element of a coiled crochet witch hat..

Witchcraft rites on Halloween

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Real Witches On How They’re Celebrating Halloween

When I was younger, I thought all witches were like the Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz. Green, scary, and evil. Of course, I know now that I was wrong. Witches are all around us, and they look just like you and me. (Don't believe me? Check out these photos.) But while you might imagine that Halloween is the time of year they shine, many witches actually celebrate a different holiday on October 31.

A significant amount of witches celebrate Samhain, a pagan holiday that honors ancestors and spirits, from which modern-day Halloween is thought to have evolved. On this day, it's believed that the veil between the world of the living and the dead thins. "What I believe the media and film tends to confuse about the Samhain holiday is that it's less about being spooked by the dead and more about honoring and venerating those we've lost," explains Blue June, a tarot reader.

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There's no one way to honor Samhain. "Traditions vary with witches, as that is part of the allure of being a witch," explains Mysticalcraft Arriana, Keen.com advisor. "Anything goes as long as it has the correct intent, of course."

We asked some practicing witches to tell us what their celebrations usually look like — and it's not as stereotypically spooky as you think.

They connect with ancestors

"I light a candle to honor [ancestors] and leave out candy or libations that they enjoyed," says astrologer Lisa Stardust. She says that unlike Halloween, she's not trying to scare away their spirits, but to honor them.

Some witches speak with these spirits. "An Ouija board is a standard tool to speak with those crossed over," notes Mysticalcraft Arriana. "Mediation and connecting to those in our hearts is another way to connect. Or you can cast a circle and ask for your Deity's help," she says, explaining that each witch has deity they feel close to, that they can reach out to for help and guidance in life.

They give thanks

In addition to connecting with those who have passed, Live The Light, psychic advisor at Keen.com, uses the day to set intentions that help her welcome changes and transformations into her life. "Remember to give thanks for what the summer months brought as you look to the fall ahead. Finally, give a hug and kiss to your loved ones in spirit," she recommends. Live The Light says it's also a good day to eat a favorite food, playing your favorite songs, or share memories with the people you love.

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Narayana Montúfar, senior astrologer for Astrology.com, does something similar. "I always perform a ceremony in which I express gratitude for all the things that I have learned in the current year, then I write down all the things I want to let go of, and afterwards, I burn the paper with a lit candle as I imagine them going away from my life," she says.

They meet up with their coven & cast election magick

Usually Sarah Potter, a tarot reader, professional witch, and color magic practitioner based in New York City, meets with her coven in person on Samhain. But this year, they're using Zoom to perform their secretive rituals. ""Our coven does different rituals," she says. "We do magickal work together for the greater good of humanity."

That work feels especially important right now, ahead of the election, Potter says. "I'm very focused on using my magick to ensure that votes are being counted, voting is easier, and the voices that need to be heard are uplifted." She'll also be working on "clearing any obstacles preventing votes from being counted, or anything that would stand in the way of getting Trump out of office." Sounds like a good way to spend the holiday to me.

They donate to black cat funds

. Pretty fitting, right? These are resources that aim to protect black cats, which are less likely to get adopted than other breeds, due to their associations with bad luck. Potter says she's going to look into funds she can donate to this October 31. "I have a black cat and I love her so much," Potter says. "Since I can't do what I would usually do, that was something I thought would feel really nice to do this time of year."

In addition to connecting with those who have passed, Live The Light, psychic advisor at Keen.com, uses the day to set intentions that help her welcome changes and transformations into her life. "Remember to give thanks for what the summer months brought as you look to the fall ahead. Finally, give a hug and kiss to your loved ones in spirit," she recommends. Live The Light says it's also a good day to eat a favorite food, playing your favorite songs, or share memories with the people you love.
Coiled crochet witch hat

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Reviews for "How to Pair Coiled Crochet Witch Hats with Different Outfits"

1. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the Coiled crochet witch hat. The material felt cheap and flimsy, and it didn't hold its shape well. The hat also ran very small, making it uncomfortable to wear. I was hoping for a high-quality, sturdy hat, but this just didn't deliver.
2. Mike - 1/5 stars - The Coiled crochet witch hat was a complete waste of money. It arrived damaged, with threads unraveling and loose ends all over the place. The hat looked nothing like the picture, and the colors were not as vibrant. I couldn't even wear it for more than a few minutes before it started falling apart. I would not recommend this product to anyone.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I found the Coiled crochet witch hat to be extremely itchy and uncomfortable. The material irritated my skin and left red marks after wearing it for a short period of time. The hat also didn't fit securely on my head and kept sliding off. Overall, it was not a pleasant experience and I regretted purchasing this hat.

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